This tiny raspberry plant is part of something much bigger—community food security and sustainability.
This tiny raspberry plant is part of something much bigger—community food security and sustainability.

Starting out with Raspberries

By Jamie Bell
This tiny raspberry plant is part of something much bigger—community food security and sustainability.

A Harvest of Hope

This is more than just food production; it’s an artistic journey toward food security, deeply rooted in the landscape and the rhythm of the seasons. Our resilient raspberry bushes, true masterpieces of nature, shake off winter’s slumber, their new shoots reaching skyward like aspiring dancers. Each unfurling leaf, each emerging cane, is a testament to the vitality of the earth and our shared commitment to community-led agriculture.

We envision a future where the art of growing food nourishes both body and soul. The promise of a small harvest—enough for a precious run of raspberry preserves or syrups—is a tangible step toward a local food system that thrives on care and connection. This is the recreation of a sustainable past, an eco-friendly endeavor that celebrates the biodiversity of our region and cultivates a deeper appreciation for the natural world. It’s a continuous dialogue between humanity and the earth, a cultivation of both sustenance and beauty.

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Come Eat With Me 2025 is a vibrant reflection on the foods, stories, and sustainable agriculture initiatives that shaped this year’s program. Rooted in the success of last year’s pilot and informed by years of climate-focused food security work, this exhibit offers a sensory journey through community-grown harvests, wild-foraged knowledge, and land-based innovation. It celebrates the hands that plant, prepare, and preserve, showcasing how food connects us across cultures and generations. More than a meal, it’s a shared act of resilience and creativity.