Yep, OK done with winter.  Spring is permitted to start now.  C’mon… chopchop….

The Devotay eMail Newsletter – Volume XV, Issue 2

The days are getting longer, so we’ve turned the corner on this winter thing (despite the persistent cold and snow).  Let’s just hope we’re not headed for more flooding!

On Sunday evenings we like to give a portion of our proceeds to another worthy cause.  This week it’s Backyard Abundance.

Their mission:

Backyard Abundance helps people reconnect with nature by
teaching ecological skills that enable the creation of beautiful,
resilient communities and landscapes that model healthy ecosystems. Through
research, education, demonstration, and collaboration, we empower
people with the ability to cultivate regenerative landscapes that grow
food, improve water and soil quality, and provide habitat.

They tell us that funds raised will go toward the Backyard Abundance
March 12-14 presentations and workshop featuring
nationally renowned author and ecological designer, Dave Jacke.

So call and make your reservations now, enjoy a tasty meal for a good cause.  Also, watch for upcoming Benefit Sundays for these great causes

Bicyclists of Iowa City
Chef’s Collaborative Shelter House
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program
The Englert Theatre
Holden Cancer Center
Slow Food USA
Table to Table
Iowa City Hospice
If you have a cause to support and want to schedule a Devotay Benefit Sunday, contact Kim.

Before your meal, why not take in a matinee?

Transition Ecology, in partnership with Environmental Films Iowa City, will screen the film
“Flow”at the Iowa City Public Library Sunday at 2pm.

The film builds a case against the growing privatization of the world’s dwindling fresh water supply with a focus on politics, pollution, human rights, and the emergence of a domineering world water cartel.

See the trailer

In support of the Women,
Food, & Agriculture Network: Des Moines Wine Bar Sbrocco
& Edible Iowa River Valley have teamed up to present a
fundraising event and wine tasting.

Admission is free to this tasting at Sbrocco
March 4th, 5:30-7:30, though donations
will be requested as we raise money for this worthy cause. Please join us to taste some wonderful wines, support a good cause, and toast the launch of the newest edition of Edible Iowa River Valley.  RSVP’s are not required, but we’d appreciate it (if you’re on Facebook) if you’d acknowledge at the FB event announcement page.
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