The Open Spoon

everyone brings something to the table

The Open Spoon is a potluck of local stories, food, and nature every full moon. Think of it like a DIY Farm To Table event where everybody who comes is a part of creating the event. I like to call it earth church, because we are creating neighborhood rituals that follow the cadence of nature, rather than man-made calendars. In that way, it’s a fun way to connect back to the cycles of nature and start to train your attention to notice what is happening in each season and cycle. It also gives attendees a chance to be a participant, not just a recipient. You’re going to feel a lot more connected to the event and your community if you had to go find some local food yourself for the event! Each moon has a seasonal theme, inspired by the full moon’s names, seasonal happenings, and is pulled from the shared human needs of Non-Violent Communication. Attendance is free but in the spirit of cultivating a mindset of reciprocity, we encourage everyone to bring something to the table, whether it is a story, food, helping set up or clean up, or your kind supportive energy to show interest in others and help make everyone feel welcomed and appreciated.

May: Flower Moon

In May, roots deepen and the first abundance blooms. May is known as the flower moon, this is a time when what’s been growing beneath the surface starts to fully blossom.

May 1: Community

May’s first full moon focuses on Community as we celebrate the relationships and networks that allow us to flourish. Bring a dish or story inspired by your own interpretation of the theme, or visit a local farm store to see what’s in season around you. Our feature dish will highlight mushrooms, nature's reminder that everything is connected and we all rely on each other.

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May 31: Support

May’s second full moon focuses on Support as we celebrate the things that blossom when life is nourished. Bring a dish or story inspired by your own interpretation of the theme, or visit a local farm store to see what’s in season around you. Our feature dish will highlight asparagus and rhubarb, some of the supportive stalks in season this time of year.