The Amelia V. Gallucci-Cirio Library hosted a Fitchburg State Community Read panel discussion, “A Novel Idea: Rethinking Our Food Systems,” in Hammond Hall’s Main Lounge.
The Fitchburg State Community Read Panel discussion addressed the status of our local food systems, what local leaders and organizations are doing to improve it, and what individuals can do, too. This event was part of Community Read's programming around the theme of "The Future of Food."
Panelists to included: Meghan Maceiko, Director of Grants & Impact for Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts; Ayn Yeagle, Executive Director of Growing Places; Judy Tomlinson, Director of Community Impact United Way of North Central Massachusetts; Beth Walsh, Councilor at Large, Fitchburg City Council; Brandon Robbins, Executive Director, Ginny's Helping Hand Food Pantry & Thrift Store; and Paul Gove, Owner and Operator of Gove Farm.
Our Alumni and Giving department, Growing Places, and the Lunenburg Public Library were on hand for the event.
