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SUMMARY:Sustainable Communities Network: Seed Saving and the Power of Growing Your Own with North Circle Seeds
DESCRIPTION:Seed Saving and the Power of Growing Your Own\nGet excited about starting your garden and growing your own food with Zachary Paige of North Circle Seeds and other local food enthusiasts! We will share pictures and a recap from the March field trip to North Circle Seeds as well as other information and inspiration to get you ready for gardening season.    \nHow this connects to the Region 4 Climate Action Plan:  \n\nSupport efforts to identify and increase utilization of shared food system assets such as shared food storage space\, community commercial kitchens\, group purchasing of growing equipment such as backyard greenhouses or hoop houses\, and public-private partnerships. Support adoption of regenerative management by farmers and increased equality among farmers. \n\nHow this connects to the Sustainable Development Goals:  \n\nGoal 2: End hunger\, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture \n\nClick here to register to attend.\nSustainable Communities Network \nWe invite you to join the Sustainable Communities Network and get connected to actionable climate and sustainability solutions! In the Sustainable Communities Network\, you’ll connect with climate and sustainability experts and people like you working on solutions that support a resilient and sustainable future for our region. \nGoals:\n\nConnect people to actionable solutions to create more sustainable communities\, now and in the future.\n\n\nBuild relationships across the region with each other and with the people and organizations creating positive change in their own communities.\n\n\nChampion success stories and innovative projects that can be supported or replicated in other communities.\n\nThe topics and goals of the group are grounded in both the Minnesota Region 4 Climate Action Plan and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals that are part of our strategic framework.
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SUMMARY:Wheaton Screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink
DESCRIPTION:Wheaton Screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink\nJoin us for an eye-opening conversation about the future of local news. We’ll kick things off with a screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink\, a compelling documentary that explores the challenges facing community newspapers. \nAfter the film\, stay for a thought-provoking discussion on the role of local journalism in keeping our communities informed\, engaged\, and connected. With newspapers disappearing at an alarming rate\, what does that mean for civic life? How can we support reliable local news? \nWhether you’re a news junkie\, a community advocate\, or just curious about the changing media landscape\, this event is for you. Let’s talk about what’s at stake—and what we can do about it. \nThis event is free & open to all. No registration is required. \nThe film will start at 5:30 p.m.\, with conversation to follow.
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SUMMARY:Morris Screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink
DESCRIPTION:Morris Screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink\nJoin us for an eye-opening conversation about the future of local news. We’ll kick things off with a screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink\, a compelling documentary that explores the challenges facing community newspapers. \nAfter the film\, stay for a thought-provoking discussion on the role of local journalism in keeping our communities informed\, engaged\, and connected. With newspapers disappearing at an alarming rate\, what does that mean for civic life? How can we support reliable local news? \nWhether you’re a news junkie\, a community advocate\, or just curious about the changing media landscape\, this event is for you. Let’s talk about what’s at stake—and what we can do about it. \nThis event is free & open to all. No registration is required. \nThe film will start at 5:30 p.m.\, with conversation to follow.
URL:https://wcif.org/event/morris-local-news-2/
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SUMMARY:Alexandria Screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink
DESCRIPTION:Alexandria Screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink\nJoin us for an eye-opening conversation about the future of local news. We’ll kick things off with a screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink\, a compelling documentary that explores the challenges facing community newspapers. \nAfter the film\, stay for a thought-provoking discussion on the role of local journalism in keeping our communities informed\, engaged\, and connected. With newspapers disappearing at an alarming rate\, what does that mean for civic life? How can we support reliable local news? \nWhether you’re a news junkie\, a community advocate\, or just curious about the changing media landscape\, this event is for you. Let’s talk about what’s at stake—and what we can do about it. \nThis event is free & open to all. No registration is required. \nThe film will start at 5:30 p.m.\, with conversation to follow.
URL:https://wcif.org/event/alexandria-local-news-2/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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SUMMARY:Fergus Falls Screening of Storm Lake
DESCRIPTION:Fergus Falls Screening of Storm Lake\nJoin us for an eye-opening conversation about the future of local news. We’ll kick things off with a screening of Storm Lake\, a compelling documentary that explores the challenges facing community newspapers. \nAfter the film\, stay for a thought-provoking discussion on the role of local journalism in keeping our communities informed\, engaged\, and connected. With newspapers disappearing at an alarming rate\, what does that mean for civic life? How can we support reliable local news? \nWhether you’re a news junkie\, a community advocate\, or just curious about the changing media landscape\, this event is for you. Let’s talk about what’s at stake—and what we can do about it. \nThis event is free & open to all. No registration is required. \nThe film will start at 5:30 p.m.\, with conversation to follow.
URL:https://wcif.org/event/fergus-falls-storm-lake-2/
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SUMMARY:Pelican Rapids Screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink
DESCRIPTION:Pelican Rapids Screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink\nJoin us for an eye-opening conversation about the future of local news. We’ll kick things off with a screening of Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink\, a compelling documentary that explores the challenges facing community newspapers. \nAfter the film\, stay for a thought-provoking discussion on the role of local journalism in keeping our communities informed\, engaged\, and connected. With newspapers disappearing at an alarming rate\, what does that mean for civic life? How can we support reliable local news? \nWhether you’re a news junkie\, a community advocate\, or just curious about the changing media landscape\, this event is for you. Let’s talk about what’s at stake—and what we can do about it. \nThis event is free & open to all. No registration is required. \nThe film will start at 5:30 p.m.\, with conversation to follow.
URL:https://wcif.org/event/pelican-rapids-local-news-2/
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SUMMARY:Legislative Kaffeeklatsch
DESCRIPTION:Lakes Country Service Cooperative & West Central Initiative invite you to join us for a virtual Legislative Kaffeeklatsch to hear from our region’s legislators. Lobbyist Darielle Dannen will moderate the event. \nRegister Today
URL:https://wcif.org/event/legislative-kaffeeklatsch-4-2/
LOCATION:MN
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