Symphony of the Soil; Green Friday

At the March 10th Green Friday the documentary Symphony of the Soil will be shown.  Drawing from ancient knowledge and cutting edge science, symphony of the Soil is an artistic exploration of the miraculous substance soil.  By understanding the elaborate relationships and mutuality between soil, water, the atmosphere, plants and animals, we come to appreciate the complex and dynamic nature of this precious resource.  The film also examines our human relationship with soil, the use and misuse of soil in agriculture, deforestation and development, and the latest scientific research on soil's key role in ameliorating the most challenging environmental issues of our time.  Filmed on four continents, featuring esteemed scientists and working farmers and ranchers, Symphony of the Soil is an intriguing presentation that highlights possibilities of healthy soil creating healthy plants creating healthy humans living on a healthy planet.

Doors open at 7:00 p.m.; the program runs from 7:30 to 9:30 including questions and discussion.  Refreshments are served.  Our programs present speakers and topics discussing the most important environmental issues of our time.  All are welcome, Sierra Club members as well as nonmembers.