Interested in Sustainable Development? Free Movie at Bristol Public Library

Are you interested in learning more about the local food food movement that is sweeping the country? Bristol Public Library is showing a free movie entitled, "King Corn," which is a documentary about two friends who raise an acre of corn and follow its progress from their cornfield to the table. What they discovered may surprise you.

The movie will be shown on February 5, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room. There will be a discussion following the film, led by Katherine Wilson-Thompson. The discussion will examine where we get our food (availability) and where we will get it in the future (sustainability.)

One of the top food trends we are seeing in 2011 is a continuation of the "farm to fork" movement, with sustainable development becoming more understandable to the average person. In the January issue of Sunbelt Food Service Magazine, there are multiple references to the fresh food movement and its growing importance in schools, restaurants, grocery stores, and communities around the country.

Farmer's Markets became a fixture in most areas long ago, even in larger cities, as people became more health conscious in their food choices. However, many people are now realizing the importance of supporting local food production because of its long term value to the community. Larger national chains are also beginning to place an emphasis on locally grown food items, when possible.

To find out more about the "King Corn" documentary, call 276-466-4860.