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Plimoth Plantation Presents A Night of Food and Film

On June 2, discover what the bees are telling us as Queen of the Sun takes a profound look at the inextricable link between bees and our well-being. The film will be featured during a Night of Food and Film, presented by Plimoth Cinema and Plymouth Farmer

Where have all the bees gone!?

On June 2, discover what the bees are telling us as Queen of the Sun takes a profound look at the inextricable link between bees and our well-being. The film will be featured during a Night of Food and Film, presented by Plimoth Cinema and Plymouth Farmers’ Market. This revealing documentary will take audiences on a journey through the catastrophic disappearance of bees and the mysterious world of the beehive.

An engaging and ultimately uplifting film, Queen of the Sun weaves an unusual and dramatic story of the heartfelt struggles of beekeepers, scientists and philosophers from around the world including Michael Pollan, Gunther Hauk and Vandadna Shiva. Together they reveal both the problems and the solutions in renewing a culture in balance with nature.

Praised as “entertaining, gorgeous and relevant,” by the Oregonian newspaper, the Taggart Siegel directed film follows colorful, alternative and inspiring beekeepers from around the globe as they keep bees in natural and holistic ways. Each beekeeper shares a unique philosophical and spiritual insight into their hive while striving to keep their bees safe from pesticides, and other causes behind Colony Collapse Disorder.

Prior to the film, enjoy a tasting of locally-sourced cuisine in open air to the sound of live traditional and blue grass music by Yesterday’s Country in the Museum’s courtyard. Featuring a delicious honey sampling by Queen Bee Honey and inventive seasonal bites provided by farmers and food-makers of the Plymouth Farmers’ Market, the evening will also feature local, seasonal recipes generously presented by food hero, Martha Stone of Plymouth Eats.

Plan to arrive hungry and thirsty for the flavors from southeastern Massachusetts hives, fields and busy bee kitchens. The menu will include recipes made with locally grown and raised rhubarb, garlic scapes, pea tendrils and shoots, asparagus, rabbit, duck, pork, beef, chicken, eggs, cheese, bread, spring greens and organic cranberries. Vegetarian options will be abundant, beer and wine will be available as well as a honey based "Bees Knees" cocktail made special for the evening.

Stay for a post-film discussion with Paul Camello, beekeeper and owner of Queen Bee Honey Products, and celebrated author, Howard Scott. A profuse journalist, Scott’s articles can be found in American Bee Journal and his five books, including Bee Lessons, available on stands. A published New York Times and Boston Globe contributor, his 30 years of beekeeping experience have taught Scott to cherish and understand these complex creatures.

Kathleen Wall, Plimoth’s Colonial foodways culinarian, will complete the panel as she describes the role bees played in New England during the 17th century in relation to medicine, food, and their initial introduction to Plymouth Colony.

“In the 17th century, bees were all about sweetness and light – honey and wax,” explains Wall. “While that idyllic view still persists, only recently have we come to realize with their disappearance the critical role they play in our food systems and maintaining an ecological balance.”

Moderated by Lieza Dagher, a Plymouth resident an active voice in the revitalization of the historic downtown and waterfront district, including her role as Chair of the Plymouth Center Steering Committee, Lieza is committed to creating a more sustainable local food system in southeastern Massachusetts.

“It’s been wonderful seeing the number of people coming out for our Food & Film nights at Plimoth Plantation,” said the Museum’s Director of Development, Courtney Roy-Branigan. “Many of our guests have mentioned to us how happy they are that we are hosting these kinds of events at the Museum. They love the intimacy of the space, the unique feeling of each event, and that the proceeds go towards supporting Plimoth Plantation, a non-profit.”

This event is sure to be an eye-opening evening at the Museum. Learn what can be done before it is too late to save nature’s “angels of agriculture.”

The event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling (508) 746-1622 (ext. 8346) or through www.ppqueenofthesun.eventbrite.com for $30 per person or $50 per couple. Food and film events sell out quickly – we suggest you buy your tickets in advance. The Farmers’ Market will also launch at its new outdoor home at Plimoth Plantation on Thursday June 7, 2:30-6:30 p.m. where the results of vital, busy bees can be tasted every week through October.


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