[MES Forum] FW: Middle Eastern Foodways Working Session: From Soil to Souq

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Subject: [MES Forum] FW: Middle Eastern Foodways Working Session: From Soil to Souq

MES Forum, It would be great to see you at this event on Friday Sept 19 from 9 to 2! We will be engaging with the community off-campus so it’s a potential opportunity to fulfill your service requirements, as well.    Thanks! Melinda                   

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Seed Stories: From Soil to Souq
A Middle Eastern Foodways Working Session

Hosted by the Middle East Studies Center

Join us for the inaugural “Seed Stories” event, From Soil to Souq.We're building a community of people around the idea that culture is a key part of strengthening local food systems.

This interactive working session brings together Columbus scholars, students, and community members to explore and strengthen Middle Eastern foodways.

Date/Time: Friday, September 19 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Location: CoHatch on Lane Ave
Space is limited—register now<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/osu.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8aad9a415882af05c91822d20&id=f1ecf4068a&e=6b437f4be7__;!!KGKeukY!1x03g_6pzyE-SeaXn5SWuMKdXygE5JXAiEcV3klmwr9rmjJVnzLapVLCv_9b5blHM3Po3emlfhHr2f8VG6UjoiiG$>!

Why Attend?

  *   Conversations with local experts and people with a passion for Middle Eastern foodways
  *   Connections to experts and professionals in fields related to your work.
  *   An opportunity to strengthen connections or form new relationships with like-minded people.

What to Expect?

  *   You will walk away knowing you have an action you can take for your group
  *   We will build a Miro board so that each group has a shared online space they can access from any device.
  *   Because we work with what you have, you don't have to bring anything.

Who Should Attend?

  *   Professors, researchers, and students studying food, culture, agriculture, or business
  *   Community leaders, educators, restauranteurs, and food entrepreneurs
  *   Anyone passionate about Middle Eastern foodways or looking to connect across generations

Goals of the Working Session

  *   Build new pathways for Middle Eastern foodways in Columbus and nearby communities
  *   Strengthen academic–community ties linking cultural heritage and current food systems
  *   Foster intergenerational conversations that bridge traditional knowledge with contemporary practice

About the Project

Seeds of Middle Eastern Culture is an educational initiative connecting workforce development, culinary tradition, and youth empowerment. Through “Seed Stories” events, participants share knowledge and experiences with Middle Eastern food—from how it’s grown and sourced to how it’s prepared and celebrated.

The project especially encourages student and youth participation, nurturing the next generation of chefs, researchers, and cultural ambassadors. It is guided by Columbus and Franklin County’s Local Food Action Plan, in partnership with urban farmers, educators, and local experts.

By centering storytelling and hands-on learning, we hope to help participants imagine vibrant futures connected to food, agriculture, and heritage. Learn more about the Seeds of Middle Eastern Culture project<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/osu.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8aad9a415882af05c91822d20&id=590da82612&e=6b437f4be7__;!!KGKeukY!1x03g_6pzyE-SeaXn5SWuMKdXygE5JXAiEcV3klmwr9rmjJVnzLapVLCv_9b5blHM3Po3emlfhHr2f8VG_UK25gi$>.

Partnership and Collaboration

The partnership between the Middle East Studies Center and All THAT<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/osu.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8aad9a415882af05c91822d20&id=d037902c4d&e=6b437f4be7__;!!KGKeukY!1x03g_6pzyE-SeaXn5SWuMKdXygE5JXAiEcV3klmwr9rmjJVnzLapVLCv_9b5blHM3Po3emlfhHr2f8VG2UgLbTD$> – Teens Hopeful About Tomorrow is a cornerstone of the Seeds of Middle Eastern Culture project, empowering Columbus youth to connect with Middle Eastern culinary heritage and local food systems through hands-on experiences and intercultural learning. The Middle East Studies Center collaborates with the Vincent Walters Urban Farm in the Bronzeville Neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio and Owner/Operator Jodi Spencer on the planting and growing aspects of the educational activities.  Third Floor Design <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/osu.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8aad9a415882af05c91822d20&id=d342930919&e=6b437f4be7__;!!KGKeukY!1x03g_6pzyE-SeaXn5SWuMKdXygE5JXAiEcV3klmwr9rmjJVnzLapVLCv_9b5blHM3Po3emlfhHr2f8VG_vHSe9x$> guides our community building efforts through their ground-breaking methods for action-oriented collaboration and learning.

Registration

Reserve your spot soon!
Space is limited and advance registration is required. Visit our event page for registration and details<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/osu.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8aad9a415882af05c91822d20&id=a60ad5bc11&e=6b437f4be7__;!!KGKeukY!1x03g_6pzyE-SeaXn5SWuMKdXygE5JXAiEcV3klmwr9rmjJVnzLapVLCv_9b5blHM3Po3emlfhHr2f8VG8NJkdW7$>.

Questions? Please contact the Middle East Studies Center team at mesc.osu.edu/contact<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/osu.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8aad9a415882af05c91822d20&id=fa0b6be4d2&e=6b437f4be7__;!!KGKeukY!1x03g_6pzyE-SeaXn5SWuMKdXygE5JXAiEcV3klmwr9rmjJVnzLapVLCv_9b5blHM3Po3emlfhHr2f8VG0vVZi10$>
We look forward to welcoming you!

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