March 2025 MI Newsletter
March 28, 2025
Marion Institute's March 2025 Newsletter featuring upcoming events, happenings, and program announcements.
Volunteers Needed: Frogfoot Farm – Neighbors Feeding Neighbors
March 19, 2025
Join Frogfoot Farm Volunteers – Help Grow Food & Strengthen Community | Volunteer at Frogfoot Farm, a Marion Institute program, and support critical food system gaps in the region through access to fresh produce in our food relief program and food waste through our gleaning program. Get outdoors, reduce stress, and make a meaningful impact by growing fresh produce for families in need. Sign up today!
Join Us at Frogfoot Farm: Volunteer to Make a Difference!
March 17, 2025
We’re excited to kick off the 2025 season of volunteer efforts at Frogfoot Farm, and we need your help! Our farm plays a critical role in supporting local food systems by growing fresh, nutrient-rich produce for food relief programs. With potential funding cutbacks on the horizon, our work—especially gleaning—is more important than ever.
The FarmCoast Documentary: A Cinematic Call to Action
March 12, 2025
A Cinematic Call to Action: Through stunning visuals, intimate interviews, and real-life stories, this film will spotlight the complex, interconnected web of food production throughout our region. We will go beyond nostalgia-driven imagery of farm stands and fisheries to expose the real challenges and triumphs of those who sustain us.
February 2025 MI Newsletter
February 26, 2025
Marion Institute's February 2025 Newsletter featuring upcoming events, happenings, and program announcements.
January 2025 MI Newsletter
February 26, 2025
Marion Institute's January 2025 Newsletter featuring upcoming events, happenings, and program announcements.
UPCOMING PRESENTATION: “The Loneliness Epidemic: How it Evolved and How to Avoid It”
February 19, 2025
Join us on Wednesday, May 21st at 5:30 p.m., for a thought-provoking event with acclaimed attorney and author, J. Walter Freiberg, on the evolution of loneliness and its impact on modern society. Called “the Oliver Sacks of law,” Mr. Freiberg is the author of three books on the topic of loneliness in the modern era—dubbed The Loneliness Trilogy—and is a frequent speaker on the subject of human biology and the evolution of loneliness.
When Choosing Love, Start with Yourself – Tips on Mindful Self-Compassion This Valentine’s Day
February 12, 2025
Valentine's Day is often seen as a celebration of romantic love, but it can also be a reminder of the importance of self-love and compassion. This year, let’s take a moment to practice mindfulness and self-compassion—two essential practices that help us foster deeper connection, not just with others, but with ourselves.