On Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2009, tens of thousands of people in communities across the nation will sit down and share a meal with their neighbors. This will be our defining moment to help send a clear message to our nation’s leaders that our children deserve better school lunches. This National Eat-In is our opportunity to take a stand about the food our children eat in school.  

We think it will be little bit warm for an outdoor event, so Phoenix is sponsoring an indoor Eat-In for our local supporters and families.

What to bring:  

• a picnic lunch for your family (food, drink, plates, napkins, utensils, a tablecloth if you'd like)*
• a dessert to share with everyone at our pot luck dessert buffet.

What to do at the event:

• See a school garden demonstration
• Take a kids cooking class with a famous local chef**
• Get more information on food in schools
• and most importantly, send a message  to our legislators that we want REAL FOOD in SCHOOLS!

Tickets are free, but please sign up so we know how many families are coming to show their support (sign up for one ticket per person including children).

Directions to the Arizona State Fairgrounds

From I-10 Westbound, exit 19th Ave., turn right.
From I-10 Eastbound, exit 27th Ave. left, turn right on Thomas, turn right on 19th Ave.
From I-17 Southbound, exit Thomas left, turn right on 19th Ave.
From I-17 Northbound, exit Thomas right, turn right on 19th Ave.
From Grand Ave., turn east on Encanto.

Also, please sign our petition at www.slowfoodusa.org/timeforlunch. 

If you would like to get involved and help organize the  “Eat-In’ or if you'd like to hear more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at info@slowfoodphoenix.org.

*Please note, alcoholic beverages are not allowed at the fairgrounds.

**Chefs Cooking Demonstrations for Kids

 Classes will last one half hour and be held at 11:15 and 12 noon. Note: each class can accommodate 10 to 15 children only.  Participation is first come, first served.

 Chef                                                    Class                                         

Elizabeth Meinz                                 Noodles for Niños

We’ll make pasta with various doughs and shapes.  Ages 5+.

Payton Curry, Digestif             You are What You E.A. T. (Edible Artistic Treats)

We’ll use local produce to encourage children to eat locally and healthfully while gaining an understanding of where food comes from.  Ages 7-10. 

Michael Stebner, True Food              Local Kids Enjoying Local Vegetables

We’ll make a Kids Chopped Salad using local vegetables. Ages 8-15. 

Terri Nacke, La Bella Terre                More Melons, Mom!

Botany for the Body

We will show how to make three tasty treats featuring finger fun, frozen pops, and juicy-juice made from melons.  Ages 8-15.