Bowties & Overalls

Phil Jones

Detroit's event on Oct. 5 celebrates advocacy, urban farming, and local chefs. Features feast, demos, awards & family fun!

Rescue MI NATURE NOW Inc

Bowties and Overalls Event in Detroit Celebrates Urban Farming and Local Culinary Talent

Location: Rescue MI Nature Now, 19984 Derby St., Detroit
Date: Oct. 5
Partners: Crossroads Community Association, Detroit City Councilmembers Scott Benson and Angela Whitfield-Calloway

Event Highlights:

Community celebration and communal feast.
Activities include:
Best Bowtie and Overalls contest
Cooking demonstrations
Interactive farming stations
Storytelling corner for local farmers and food activists
Honeybee hive tours
Kids' activities
Three special awards:
Urban Farming Excellence Award
Culinary Innovator Award
Food Activism Award
Introduction of the GREEN restaurant placard pilot project by the Detroit Health Department. Participating restaurants will showcase their commitment to health and sustainability.
Phil Jones, Detroit City Council, District Three: "This event celebrates community, sustainability, and our role in shaping Detroit's future. It's a must-attend for those passionate about local food and sustainability."

Venue:
Rescue MI Nature Now focuses on converting unused land into green spaces. The event will feature fresh produce displays, educational honeybee hives, and interactive stations emphasizing pollination and urban farming.

Special Feature:
A plant-forward communal meal will be prepared by chefs and volunteers from the Breithaupt Vocational Center, using fresh Detroit produce.

Dress Code:
Attendees are urged to wear their best bowties and overalls and join the Best Bowtie and Overalls contest. Get creative!

Bowties & Overalls

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