Judy Wicks: The Me to We Story Screening and Q&A
Event Information
Description
Most well-known for founding White Dog Café in Philadelphia, Judy Wicks is also the founder of Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia and co-founder of the Business Alliance for Local Living Economies. Her work on farm to table and environmentally friendly partnerships has led to multiple local and national awards such as the James Beard Foundation Humanitarian of the Year and the Women Chefs and Restaurateurs Lifetime Achievement Award. Join WHYY for a screening of Judy Wicks: The Me to We Story, and a conversation with Judy on the importance of building fair trade relationships and sustainable economies.
Proceeds from this event support WHYY programs and services.
Timeline
5:30 p.m. – Doors open
6:00 p.m. – Light refreshments
6:30 p.m. – Opening remarks
6:35 p.m. – Screening of Judy Wicks: The Me to We Story
7:05 p.m. – Q&A with Judy Wicks
Judy Wicks
Author, activist and entrepreneur, Judy founded Philadelphia’s iconic White Dog Cafe in 1983, which became a pioneer in the farm to table movement and a model in sustainable business practices. She is the founder of Fair Food Philly, the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia and the nationwide Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE). Her work has earned numerous local and national awards, including the James Beard Foundation Humanitarian of the Year Award, the International Association of Culinary Professionals Humanitarian Award and the Women Chefs and Restaurateurs Lifetime Achievement Award. Judy was inducted into the University Science Center’s Innovators Walk of Fame in 2016.
FAQ
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https://www.whyy.org/about/directions.php
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Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, your name will be on the registration list at the door.
Is there a dress code?
No.
Will this event be broadcast?
No.
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