#food

Crazy, cruel times we're living in when the basic right to not be hungry is being held back by the federal government. Even still, I've been encouraged to see so many people organize to make sure our neighbors don't go hungry, many of whom have been doing the work far before this dark chapter. I've heard of a couple different food distributions and grocery share programs happening, so I'm compiling them here in case it's helpful to anyone.

A few highlights nearby:

• Self-Help Hunger Program Distribution: Driver Plaza (Adeline x 61st) on Tuesday afternoons
• Friday Night Meal: College Ave Presbyterian Church, 6-7PM
• Mandela Food Coop CSA Box: $1.50 / box if on SNAP. Pickup Wednesdays at Re-up on College

"Feral Ecology" is a project by Daniel Goldberg (East Bay resident, not sure where) that's all about using urban foraging as a way to connect to each other and nature. They were recently in Dover Park, collecting pluots off their neighbors' trees and making wine with it. Very cool!

If you want to stay in the loop, they've got a WhatsApp group. There's also an event on "Feral Winemaking" coming up on September 7 – you can learn more on their website, www.feralecology.com.