Events
Book Talk: Halifax, Nova Scotia
This event is hosted in partnership with JustFOOD Halifax Network. Join to hear what the book is all about, stay for a short reading and Q&A.
Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Where: Halifax Central Library, BMO Community Room.
Book Talk: Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems
In Michigan? Join Nessa and discover how Food Policy Councils drive public health, economic vitality, and community well-being. This in-person talk will share practical strategies and actionable, research-based tools for building a more equitable, resilient local food system. It will also feature stories from local food policy councils and engage the audience in what truly works for building resilient, sustainable food systems.
Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm, with a light reception to follow from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Where: Erickson Hall Kiva, Michigan State University, 620 Farm Lane, East Lansing, MI
Book Talk: DePaul University Loop Campus
Join Nessa, Rodger Cooley of the Chicago Food Policy Action Council, and Howard Rosing of the DePaul University’s Steans Center for a book talk at the University’s Loop Campus in downtown Chicago. This event will include an interactive panel discussion.
Date: Monday, September 28, 2026
Time: Afternoon (exact time TBD)
Where: DePaul University Loop Campus, 1 E. Jackson Blvd, Chicago
Book Talk: Olmstead Center, Drake University, Iowa
Join Nessa and members of the Iowa Food System Coalition, Iowa Environmental Council, Cultivate Local Food Connections, and the City of Des Moines for a book talk at following the IEC Annual Conference!
Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Time: 5:30PM-6:30PM
Where: Olmstead Center, Drake University
Book Talk: Colorado State University
Join Nessa at Colorado State University for a talk including a short reading, a discussion of the challenges of maintaining FPC support, and plenty of time for Q&A.
Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Time: Afternoon (exact time TBD)
Where: Location TBD
Book Talk: New York University
In the Big Apple? Join Nessa for a book talk at the New York University. This event will include a short reading, behind the scenes stories, and plenty of time for Q&A.
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2029
Time: afternoon TBD
Where: Click below to RSVP and secure your digital seat.
Book Talk: University of Vermont
Join Nessa for a book talk at the University of Vermont Institute for Agroecology in Burlington. This event will include a short reading, behind the scenes stories, and plenty of time for Q&A.
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: TBD
Where: TBD
Virtual Talk: Statewide & Regional Food Systems Plans National Community of Practice (NCoP) Session — Co-Creating the Future of Food: How Food Policy Councils Can Drive Inclusive Planning
This virtual ‘Connection Session’ is co-hosted by the Michigan State University Food Systems Planning National Community of Practice and Food Policy Networks. It focuses on strategies for Food Policy Councils to develop, support, implement, and evaluate the implementation of local food plans.
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm EST - 4:30 pm EST
Where: Click below to register.
Book Talk and Community Conversation: South County Rising, Rhode Island
This book talk and community conversation will explore the connections between Food Policy Councils and avenues for resisting autocracy and reforming democracy. If you’re local to Southern Rhode Island come by!
Date: Friday, January 8, 2027
Time: 6:30-8:00 pm
Where: Richmond Senior Center, 1168 Main Street (on the second floor, above the police station).