Food Link at Curio Spice
Sep
9
4:00 PM16:00

Food Link at Curio Spice

Food Link Pop-Up at Curio Spice Co.

Food Link will be tabling at Curio Spice in Cambridge, MA, to share our mission. Stop by to say hi and to check out Curio’s lab space!

Date/Time: September 9th, 12-4pm

Cost: Free!

Location: The Lab @ Curio, 2267 Mass Ave in Cambridge

Age: Open to all ages!

Location & Parking: Metered parking available along Mass Ave or outside of Davis Square.

NOTE: This is an open house - tickets are available but not required to attend!

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“Who’s Hungry?” Family Storytime and Sharing Event
Jul
22
1:00 PM13:00

“Who’s Hungry?” Family Storytime and Sharing Event

Families are invited to join a unique and engaging storytelling session focused on the universal theme of food, with beloved Arlington author, Toni Buzzeo. The event aims to highlight the importance of food security while also celebrating the magic of storytime.

Toni will read and share activities for her two new picture books, EAT YOUR SUPERPOWERS and PA, ME, AND OUR SIDEWALK PANTRY. Folks from Food Link, Arlington EATS, and Project Bread will explain their work to make sure no one is hungry. Maxima Book Center will have books available for sale and signing! Contribute a non-perishable food item to Arlington EATS if you wish!

Event Information

Date: Saturday, July 22

Time: 1 - 2:00 PM

Location: Robbins Library, 700 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington MA



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Ride For Food 2023
Jun
13
to Oct 1

Ride For Food 2023

  • Noble and Greenough School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Want to fight hunger?  Join the Food Link team!

It’s time again for the Ride For Food, and you can join the fun as part of our Food Link team. There are three great options available for 2023:

Off the Beaten Path:

Bike, run, kayak, hike, swim – have a fun adventure with family or friends. Choose your own adventure and support Food Link in whatever creative way you choose!

  • $50 registration fee

  • All ages welcome

  • Suggested fundraising minimum of $350

Ride in the in-person Ride For Food:

Sunday, October 1, 2023 - Nobles and Greenough School, Dedham, MA. Gorgeous early autumn scenery on 25 or 50-mile routes

  • $85 ride registration

  • Riders must be 14 years and older (riders 14 through 18 must have signed waiver and be accompanied by an adult)

  • Required fundraising minimum of $350

Walk in the in-person 5K:

Want to be in person but don’t want to ride? Join us for a 5K walk to end hunger on Sunday, October 1, 2023 - Nobles and Greenough School, Dedham, MA.

  • $85 walk registration

  • Required fundraising minimum of $350

Can’t decide? You can register for BOTH in-person and virtual options for $85!

However you choose to join us, you’ll be supporting Food Link in alleviating hunger throughout Greater Boston.

In 2022 we raised over $24,000 for Food Link’s food rescue operations – will you help us have another successful year? Here’s how you can help:

  • Make a donation to our team

  • Register to ride with us

  • Encourage friends to donate or register

Check it all out here.

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Exploring Food Justice: Achieving Equity in the Food System
Apr
4
9:00 AM09:00

Exploring Food Justice: Achieving Equity in the Food System

Exploring Food Justice: Achieving Equity in the Food System

Click here to watch a short video of highlights from our panelists.

Food Link and Harvard Law School Food Law and Policy Clinic invite you to

Exploring Food Justice: Achieving Equity in the Food System

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 from 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Harvard Law School, Cambridge, MA

Engage with our panelists as they discuss the local and national food security landscape, its effects on our society and environment, and how you can help create a more inclusive food system.

Our panelists will draw from their knowledge and experience to discuss how state and federal policies impact food production and distribution; where the biggest opportunities are right now to effect change; and how policy, innovation, and community programs can intersect to bring about lasting improvements to our food system.

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Harvest Your Energy Festival
Oct
15
12:00 PM12:00

Harvest Your Energy Festival

Learn about local sustainability initiatives.

The Harvest Your Energy Festival is a family-friendly event that supports local businesses and organizations and educates our community about the environment, sustainability, and energy savings in Medford and the Commonwealth.

Food Link will have a table to educate the community about the sustainability of food rescue and the impact food waste has on the environment.

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HONK! Parade
Oct
9
12:00 PM12:00

HONK! Parade

Celebrate Somerville and Food Link at HONK!

Food Link is walking in the HONK! parade on Sunday, October 9. We will be joining local brass bands, percussion ensembles, giant puppets, flag twirlers, street dancers, other nonprofit organizations, and many more for the full parade route. Join us in Somerville to take part in the excitement and fun!

The parade goes from Davis Square to Harvard Square.

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Lexington Discovery Day
Oct
8
10:00 AM10:00

Lexington Discovery Day

Join us in Lexington, MA!

Discovery Day is a way to learn about more than 100 of Lexington’s businesses and organizations. A street fair, held on Massachusetts Avenue in the town center, it’s a family-friendly day of music, entertainment, food, and fun.

Visit Food Link at the LexFarm booth! We’ll be sharing information about our operations and how you can get involved in our local food system.

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LexFarm Harvest Festival
Oct
2
10:00 AM10:00

LexFarm Harvest Festival

Celebrate our local food system!

Lexington Community Farm (LexFarm) is hosting their Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 2. Join us for music, vendors, animals, and more. Food Link will have a table — come say hi and learn about food rescue, food waste, and the food system across Greater Boston.

  • $15/household (non-member)

  • $10/LexFarm member household

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Ride For Food 2022
Jul
20
to Oct 2

Ride For Food 2022

  • Noble and Greenough School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Want to fight hunger?  Be a part of the Food Link team!

It’s time again for the Ride For Food, and you can join the fun as part of our Food Link team. There are three great options available for 2022:

Off the Beaten Path:

Bike, run, kayak, hike, swim – have a fun adventure with family or friends. Choose your own adventure and support Food Link in whatever creative way you choose!

  • $25 registration fee

  • All ages welcome

  • Suggested fundraising minimum of $350

Ride in the in-person Ride For Food:

Sunday, October 2, 2022 - Nobles and Greenough School, Dedham, MA. Gorgeous early autumn scenery on 25 or 50-mile routes

  • $75 ride registration

  • Riders must be 14 years and older (riders 14 through 18 must have signed waiver and be accompanied by an adult)

  • Fundraising minimum of $350

Walk in the in-person 5K:

Want to be in person but don’t want to ride? Join us for a 5K walk to end hunger on Sunday, October 2, 2022 - Nobles and Greenough School, Dedham, MA.

  • $75 walk registration

  • Fundraising minimum of $350

Can’t decide? You can register for BOTH in-person and virtual options for $75!

However you choose to join us, you’ll be supporting Food Link in alleviating hunger throughout Greater Boston.

In 2021 we raised over $28,000 for Food Link’s food rescue operations – will you help us have another successful year? Here’s how you can help:

  • Make a donation to our team

  • Register to ride with us

  • Encourage friends to donate or register

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Earth Month & Volunteer Appreciation Month
Apr
1
to Apr 30

Earth Month & Volunteer Appreciation Month

This April, in light of Earth Day and Volunteer Appreciation, all of us at Food Link want to reflect on the importance of working together toward sustainability. By preventing food from going to landfills, we are saving the environment from harmful greenhouse gasses. Rescuing food provides necessary nutrition to those in need. As we envision a world without waste, in which everyone has enough, we want to thank our volunteers who make our mission possible.

Read more about our volunteers on our blog here.

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Ride For Food 2021
Jun
4
to Oct 3

Ride For Food 2021

Want to fight hunger?  Be a part of the Food Link team!

It’s time again for the Ride For Food, and you can join the fun as part of our Food Link team. There are two great options available for 2021:

Off the Beaten Path:

Bike, run, kayak, hike, swim – have a summer adventure with family or friends. This was how the Ride for Food went virtual last year, and people enjoyed it so much that we are continuing to make this an option.

  • $25 registration fee

  • All ages welcome

  • Suggested fundraising minimum of $350

Choose your own adventure and support Food Link in whatever creative way you choose. Some of last year’s projects were:

  • Biking the length of the Minuteman Trail

  • 50-mile bike ride

  • 5K hike with kids

  • Kayaking 100 miles over the course of the summer

  • Jogging or running every street in Arlington

  • Walking the perimeter of Arlington

Ride in the in-person Ride For Food:

It’s back! Hooray! Sunday, October 3, 2021 - Nobles and Greenough School, Dedham, MA. Gorgeous early autumn scenery on 25 or 50-mile routes

  • $50 ride registration

  • Riders must be 14 years and older (riders 14 through 18 must have signed waiver and be accompanied by an adult)

  • Suggested fundraising minimum of $500

Can’t decide? You can register for BOTH options for $65!

However you choose to join us, you’ll be part of the community fighting hunger in Massachusetts. Our team captain Karin will support your fundraising efforts, and has all sorts of adventure ideas up her sleeve if you take the “Off the Beaten Path” option.  

As a team member, you’ll receive a Food Link t-shirt to wear as you move your body for a great cause. You’ll also get the chance to take a (socially-distanced) tour of The Hub to see for yourself the amazing work Food Link can do thanks to your generosity. Depending on people’s comfort levels, we can meet up for an outdoor team gathering and possibly even an optional training ride. We hope you will join us for this great adventure!

In 2020 we raised over $40,000 to help Food Link meet the increased need for its services – won’t you help us keep the ball rolling? Here’s how you can help:

  • Make a donation to our team!

  • Register to ride with us!

  • Encourage friends to donate or register!

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Food Link Trivia Night!
Jun
3
7:00 PM19:00

Food Link Trivia Night!

Put on your thinking caps. It’s time for trivia!

Join us for a virtual trivia night! Categories include Climate Change and The Food System, Food Insecurity and Food Justice, and Food Link Fun Facts. Prizes will be awarded to the winners!

Event is free to attend. Registration is required.

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Fight Climate Change In Your Kitchen
May
19
6:30 PM18:30

Fight Climate Change In Your Kitchen

Learn how you can reduce food waste and help the environment!

Shoba Reginald, science educator and member of the Food Link Board of Directors, is teaching a class through Arlington Community Education. Register for “Fight Climate Change In Your Kitchen” now!

Americans waste a staggering amount of food—about 40%. Learn about the impact of food waste on the environment and climate change as we discuss ways to reduce the amount we waste both as individuals and as a community. Discover how to determine which foods that are past their prime can still be consumed rather than discarded, and learn how to prepare meals with these items that might otherwise be wasted. Cook along with the instructor or simply watch and learn how to use stale bread and overripe pears or other fruit in your pantry to prepare muffins and bread and butter pudding. Hosted by a member of Food Link who will describe the important work they do and how you might get involved. Co-sponsored by Food Link, a food rescue non-profit in Arlington and the Arlington Chamber of Commerce.

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