Grand Junction Branch News

We enjoyed the 'salad days of summer' at our June potluck, accompanied by Gardenburger 'Riblets' (vegan & tasty) samosas, tomato pesto, current coconut muffins and freshly picked organically grown strawberries. What a feast! A tour of Tom and Marian's garden completed the evening.

Purselane, purselane, purselane--in salad, steamed, in a casserole and sauteed with onion, garlic, tomato and green chili, this 'weed' is a great source of Omega 3's, and was the star of our "Weeds, if You Can't Beat 'Em, Eat 'Em" potluck. Our delightful host Mackenzie Shannon led us on an informative 'tour de weeds' where our 'sustainable living toolkit' got a great addition--free, nutritious food in the often overlooked 'weed.'

,Vegetarian Stew a monthly presentation on community radio station KAFM 88.1, in June offered an interview with VSC member Mary Romano covering the 'Reinventing the Meal' event held in Denver for Earth Day, also discussing 'Earth Literacy.' July's topic was 'easy tips for eating more healthfully.' Veg Stew airs monthly on the second Thurs. at 12:30 p.m., tune in for a chance at our trivia question prizes!
Where else can you find such food, folks, and fun? Mark your calendars to join us for upcoming events!

Calendar

Weds., Sept. 4, Lunch, Noon at Sundrop Grocery, 321 Rood Ave. Their Garden Deli serves mostly organic, all vegetarian dishes, some made with recipes known around the world, and others tastefully crafted by their creative cooks! Always a dining delight!

Sun., Sept 15, Potluck, Noon, Devil's Kitchen picnic area, Colorado National Monument, followed by an afternoon hike up the Serpent's Trail. Call for carpooling or other info: 243-8184

Wed., Oct. 2, Lunch, Noon at Sundrop Grocery, 321 Rood Ave.

Sun., Oct. 20, Potluck, Gather 5:30, Eat 6:00, at Guru Ram Das Ashram, 494 N. Sherwood Dr. Perhaps an evening stroll around the park after dining?