Garden Workshop: Learn to Compost
Sep
13
10:00 AM10:00

Garden Workshop: Learn to Compost

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This class series will focus on mindful breath and movement for the entire family, while connecting with community and nature in a thriving community garden. Subsequent classes will be held on Saturday, October 4 and Saturday, October 25 from 9-10am at the Community Farm at Mill Ridge.

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First Taste: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project
Oct
7
8:30 AM08:30

First Taste: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project

Join The Nashville Food Project to learn more about the work we do in our community. Whether you're new to our organization, a more seasoned volunteer, or a program participant, there's something for you to learn about the big picture of our vision and how we work towards it each day. We’ll offer a short presentation and plenty of time for Q&A. Light refreshments will be provided.

Our Headquarters hosts a ramp on the west side of the building as well as accessible, All-Gender restrooms available for visitor use. Currently, First Taste sessions are facilitated in English. If you require accommodations to participate, please let us know in the comment section below as part of your RSVP so arrangements can be made!

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Annual Volunteer Celebration Brunch
Oct
17
11:30 AM11:30

Annual Volunteer Celebration Brunch

Join us as we gather to share a meal and celebrate the many hands and hearts that sustain this collective work of community food security!

A delicious brunch will be provided by TNFP’s kitchens with a short program to follow.

This event will take place at our HQ in the Nations. There is street parking along the front and side of the building with limited parking in the small parking lot behind our space. Our Headquarters hosts a ramp on the west side of the building as well as accessible, All-Gender restrooms available for visitor use. A lactation room is available upon request. The program will be in English. If you require accommodations to participate, please let us know in the comment section below as part of your RSVP so arrangements can be made!

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Artists Reception Celebrating 'Enough To Go Around' at The Nashville Food Project
Nov
14
5:30 PM17:30

Artists Reception Celebrating 'Enough To Go Around' at The Nashville Food Project

Join us for a reception celebrating Enough to go Around: Food and Community in Nashville - an exhibition of work by local artists that was originally on display at the Frist Art Museum’s Conte Community Arts Gallery.

Local artists were invited to submit original works of art that explored topics of food justice, access, production, waste, and how food brings people together. You can read more about the exhibition here. A selection of works from the original exhibition will be on display in The Nashville Food Project’s Community Dining Room starting in late October until mid-December.

Drinks and light hors d’oeuvres from the kitchens of The Nashville Food Project will be available for guests to enjoy while exploring the featured artwork and chatting with the artists. Several artists will also share the stories behind their work (remarks starting at 6pm).

Please RSVP below so we can plan for an appropriate number of refreshments. This event is free and open to the public.

Our Headquarters hosts a ramp on the west side of the building as well as accessible, All-Gender restrooms available for visitor use.

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Food Trivia!
Aug
12
6:00 PM18:00

Food Trivia!

  • M.L. Rose Craft Beer & Burgers - Sylvan Park (map)
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Join The Nashville Food Project for a fun night of food trivia! Questions will test your knowledge about Nashville’s foodways, gardening, farming, food waste, celebrity chefs, and more. We’re lining up an energetic evening - hosted by Mark Blankenship of The Food Section Nashville, with prizes for the winning team! M.L. Rose’s full food and drink menu will be available for purchase and The Nashville Food Project will receive a portion of food and beverage sales.

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Native Plant and Pollinator Workshop
Aug
9
10:00 AM10:00

Native Plant and Pollinator Workshop

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Join us to learn why and how planting native plants and attracting pollinators is beneficial to your vegetable garden. You will learn how to support insect life during the three blooming seasons and why that is important for a healthy ecosystem. We will explore one of Mill Ridge’s pollinator beds to observe and identify pollinators in action. You will leave this workshop knowing the benefits of native plants and blooms by season, and be able to identify some native pollinator species! 

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First Taste [Virtual]: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project
Jul
29
12:00 PM12:00

First Taste [Virtual]: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project

Join The Nashville Food Project - virtually! - to learn more about the work we do in our community. Whether you're new to our organization, a more seasoned volunteer, or a program participant, there's something for you to learn about the big picture of our vision and how we work towards it each day. We’ll offer a live presentation via Zoom, and plenty of time for Q&A.

If you require accommodations to participate, please let us know in the comment section below as part of your RSVP so arrangements can be made!

Zoom link will be provided after you submit the form below.

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Nourish
Jul
17
5:30 PM17:30

Nourish

Nourish, presented by Kroger, is the annual fundraising dinner of The Nashville Food Project, bringing together Nashville's most innovative chefs for an evening of delicious food and fine wine. The event includes a welcome cocktail hour with passed hors d’oeuvres, a multi-course meal with wine pairings, and an exciting live auction. Complimentary valet parking. 21+ Learn More

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Planting Your Summer Vegetable Garden
May
17
12:00 PM12:00

Planting Your Summer Vegetable Garden

Grow your own fresh produce this season with expert strategies for planting, tending, and harvesting your favorite summer vegetables. Perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners. Workshop led by Tera Ashley, Director of Food Access here at The Nashville Food Project.

Part of Cheekwood Estate and Gardens’ summer gardening class series. $40 Register Here

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Tomatoes 101
May
17
9:30 AM09:30

Tomatoes 101

Prepare for a successful tomato growing season. Learn about common tomato plant mishaps and disorders, and discover related remedies. Workshop led by Tera Ashley, Director of Food Access here at The Nashville Food Project.

Part of Cheekwood Estate and Gardens’ summer gardening class series. $40 Register Here

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First Taste: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project
May
13
12:00 PM12:00

First Taste: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project

Join The Nashville Food Project to learn more about the work we do in our community. Whether you're new to our organization, a more seasoned volunteer, or a program participant, there's something for you to learn about the big picture of our vision and how we work towards it each day. We’ll offer a short presentation and plenty of time for Q&A. Light refreshments will be provided, and you are welcome to bring a lunch.

Our Headquarters hosts a ramp on the west side of the building as well as accessible, All-Gender restrooms available for visitor use. Currently, First Taste sessions are facilitated in English. If you require accommodations to participate, please let us know in the comment section below as part of your RSVP so arrangements can be made!

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Simmer
Apr
11
6:00 PM18:00

Simmer

Join The Nashville Food Project for the next installment of Simmer! This chef pop-up dinner series brings chefs, writers, and educators together for interactive experiences that take us a bit deeper — to tell the stories behind the food and the people who grow, cook, and share it. Part of Food Waste Prevention Week.

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First Taste: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project
Feb
12
12:00 PM12:00

First Taste: An Introduction to The Nashville Food Project

  • The Nashville Food Project (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join The Nashville Food Project to learn more about the work we do in our community. Whether you're new to our organization, a more seasoned volunteer, or a program participant, there's something for you to learn about the big picture of our vision and how we work towards it each day. We’ll offer a short presentation and plenty of time for Q&A. Light refreshments will be provided, and you are welcome to bring a lunch.

Our Headquarters hosts a ramp on the west side of the building as well as accessible, All-Gender restrooms available for visitor use. Currently, First Taste sessions are facilitated in English. If you require accommodations to participate, please let us know in the comment section below as part of your RSVP so arrangements can be made!

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