What: Black Nature at Bartram’s Garden
Join us as we explore the meaning of “black nature” and the connections between black identity and the environment. Panelists include Chris Bolden-Newsome, Third-generation Farmer, Food Justice Educator, Syd Carpenter, Gardener, Sculptor and Professor of Studio Art at Swarthmore College, Valerie Erwin, Chef and Proprietor at Geechee Girl Rice Cafe, Evie Shockley, Poet and Associate Professor of English at Rutgers University and Jeanne Thompson, Safety & Environmental Manager, BJ’s Wholesale Club.
When: Saturday, March 24th, 2012, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Bartram’s Garden, 54th and Lindbergh Avenue http://www.bartramsgarden.org
Cost: Admission is a sliding scale of $5 – $10, or free for members.
RSVP: to kmassare@bartramsgarden.org or (215)729-5281.
Hope to see you there!