2010 Theme: Food for Thought
10 magical days from November 5-14!


Food isn’t just what’s on the plate. It’s a necessity, a commodity, and sometimes a luxury. It influences our family, health, and faith. It shapes our culture, economy, and landscape.

This year’s 38 festival programs offer plenty of Food for Thought—and 78% are free of charge! Sample local craft beers, try international cuisine, and eat an orphan’s “feast.” Enjoy music created from and inspired by food. Discover how to keep bees and raise chickens. Participate in conversations about cookbook collections, hunger, eating disorders, and more. Hear stories from American Indians, faith communities, elders, and Latino youth.

Spirit & Place is pleased to be partnering with the Indiana Humanities Council on this year's theme Food for Thought.  


Check back in August for a complete events listing!

SIGNATURE SERIES, November 5 and 6
Start your festival experience with presentations by Krista Tippett, host of NPR’s “Speaking of Faith” with Chef Dan Barber, owner of Blue Hill in New York; the Vienna Vegetable Orchestra; and interactive family fun! Learn more...

PERPETUAL PITCH-IN PROJECT, November 12-14
Gather friends and family or colleagues and co-workers and help Indy win a Guinness World Record as we create 48 consecutive hours of community meals.  Learn more…

TAP PROJECT, November 5-14
Dine in participating restaurants during the festival and pay $1 for your glass of water.  Proceeds will support UNICEF’s global clean water initiatives. More info coming soon!

Check out our new blog for more conversation, and be sure to visit the Indiana Humanities Council to learn about other Food for Thought programs through 2011.


2009 Theme: Inspiring Places

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2009 Spirit & Place Magazine
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