MEDIA ADVISORY: HOWARD COUNTY'S FIRST FILM “FEASTIVAL” KICKS OFF HOWARD COUNTY FARM2TABLE RESTAURANT WEEKS
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Howard County Film Feastival and Restaurant Weeks Kickoff |
| WHO: |
Joshua Feldmark, Director, Howard County Office of Environmental Sustainability
Richard W. Story, CEO, Howard County Economic Development Authority
Earl F. (Buddy) Hance, Maryland Secretary of Agriculture
Rachelina Bonacci, Exec. Dir., Howard County Tourism
Nick Place, University of Maryland Extension
Martha A. Clark, Clark's Elioak Farm
Members, Maryland State Senate
Members, Maryland House of Delegates
Members, Howard County Council
Restauranteurs, Farmers, Local Citizens
Others: Members of the Media
Staff, Howard County Tourism
Staff, University of Maryland Extension
Staff, Howard County Economic Development Authority
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| WHEN: |
Tuesday, July 20, 2010, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Program to begin at 7:00 p.m. (Members of the media are advised to arrive by 5:00 p.m.)
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| WHERE: |
Clark's Elioak Farm, 10500 Clarksville Pike (State Route 108), Ellicott City, Maryland 21042 |
| WHY: |
The Howard County Film "Feastival" will serve as the kick off to Howard County’s Farm2Table Restaurant Weeks (July 26 thru August 8), the annual food extravaganza when Howard County’s finest restaurants incorporate locally grown products to serve scrumptious farm fresh meals at discounted prices. It also takes place during Maryland Department of Agriculture’s “Buy Local Challenge Week,” July 17-25, when Marylanders are asked to eat at least one locally grown product each day. This event will educate residents of the community about the importance of eating locally grown food products, not only for health benefits but also for environmental and economical reasons as well. |
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PROGRAM:
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6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Local Food Tasting Reception
7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Brief Program
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Screening - "Ingredients"
8:30 p.m.
Wrap Up
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| HOW: |
Media representatives are strongly encouraged to arrive by 5:00 p.m. Please register as a media representative by calling Alice Settle-Raskin at 410-313-6513 or Amanda Hof, Howard County Tourism at 410-313-1900.
See related news release: HOWARD COUNTY'S FIRST FILM “FEASTIVAL” KICKS OFF HOWARD COUNTY FARM2TABLE RESTAURANT WEEKS
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On-site Contacts: Alice Settle-Raskin, Amanda Hof
About Clark’s Elioak Farm: Martha Clark and her daughter, Nora Crist, are currently raising the grass-fed beef for purchase at the Clark's Elioak Farm castle entrance store 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Tuesday through Sunday. They use natural sustainable farming practices where their animals have access to over 110 acres of pasture. Grazing on open pasture helps with the general health of the animal. Clark's farm also offers a roadside vegetable stand on Route 108 (across from Iron Bridge Wine Company) starting daily from July 1st through September 6th, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm for farm-fresh sweet corn, tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, berries and much more. Clark’s Elioak Farm is located at 10500 Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City, Maryland 21042. For more information about Clark's Elioak farm, please visit: www.clarklandfarm.com
About Howard County Tourism & Promotion: Howard County Tourism & Promotion is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting all that is wonderful and unique about visiting and living in Howard County, Maryland. As the official destination marketing organization for Howard County, we are IT–the first and foremost source of information for people who want to know more about where to go and what to see and do in Howard County. For more information about Howard County Tourism and Promotion, please visit: www.howardcountymd.gov/hct/hct_homepage.htm.
About the University of Maryland Extension: The University of Maryland Extension brings University learning from campus and educates youth and adults through the development of life skills, environmental stewardship, and healthy lifestyles. Our programs in Howard County include Family and Consumer Sciences, Master Gardeners, 4-H Youth Development, and Agriculture and Natural Resources. They offer practical resources and information for healthy eating, gardening, and responsible living. For more information abut the University of Maryland Extension, please visit: www.extension.umd.edu.
About Howard County’s Agricultural Marketing Program: The Howard County Economic Development Authority’s Agricultural Marketing Program supports the development of a variety of agricultural businesses in the county. Working in partnership with state and local agencies, such as Farmland Preservation, the Authority provides assistance in promoting products, diversifying activities, and expanding markets for agri-business. Seminars in agricultural sales & marketing and farm financial management help producers enhance the economic viability of their farming operations. For more information about Howard County’s Agricultural Marketing Program, please visit www.howardcountyag.org.
The Howard County Economic Development Authority is a public-private partnership whose primary goal is to promote economic growth and stability by supporting existing businesses, targeting new businesses, and attracting corporate/regional headquarters. The Authority also maintains several programs aimed at the special needs of small, minority-owned, and agricultural business communities. Additionally, the Authority strives to preserve the distinctive quality of life in Howard County. The Authority can be reached on the Web at http://www.hceda.org.
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