Rough Project idea

This is still unrefined. Currently, I am thinking of researching and writing a proposal for a local Slow Food Convivium. David Huntley and his wife Edelma are in the process of establishing a local Slow Food chapter (called a convivium) for the Boone area, and they have already established several members that are willing to join. Most of the members are consumers and restaurant owners, rather than producers, but all are like minded and open to new things. I hope to contact several of the willing members and members from possibly the Asheville convivium to understand what exactly do permanent residents of the surrounding Boone area want to see Slow Food get involved with. What types of events would be welcomed in relation to food and culture? I will investigate various food-related events and educational activites to strengthen the Slow Food concern in and around Boone. One of the requirements for starting a convivium states that the convivium must have at least 20 members by the end of their first year. If I could write a reasonable proposal suggesting for the convivium what kind of events the community might enjoy, I may possibly ensure the strength of the Slow Food movement in Boone. This in turn will help educate and spread the word of sustainability issues and alternatives.