The Fibershed Learning Center is hosting a half-day retreat on April 18th from 12pm - 4:30pm. Here is a link to RSVP.
Set just one day before SF Climate Week 2025 , this specially curated Rethink the Runway event invites you to explore the interconnected systems that sustain both our bodies and our wardrobes.
In collaboration with Fibershed and From Soil to Soul, discover the beauty and potential of California's climate beneficial agriculture, food sovereignty through regenerative and indigenous practices, and native plant restoration. Learn the interconnection between food and fiber systems through joint film screening and Q&A by bftn and From Soil To Soul. Get acquainted with natural dyeing, and experience sustainable fashion in a breathtaking ranch setting that has stood since 1896.
Your Afternoon Retreat Includes:
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Welcome Reception and Lunch with locally-sourced refreshments by Westbound & Found
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Joint Film Screening featuring From Soil to Soul and Black Fiber Textiles Network
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Native Plant & Dye Garden Walk exploring California's botanical dye sources
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Natural Dyeing Demonstration with hands-on learning opportunities
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Sustainable Fashion Show showcasing garments made with Fibershed’s regenerative fabrics by local designers in a pastoral meadow setting
Featured Presenters & Designers:
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Rebecca Burgess (Fibershed) on California native plant restoration, natural dye cultivation, and developing climate beneficial fiber systems in the region
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Jahnavi Mange (From Soil to Soul) presenting the 15-minute pilot episode and interconnectedness of food and fashion systems.
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Jasmine Nyende (Black Fiber Textiles Network) doing natural dyeing live demonstration using California native plants
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Showcases of fashion collections made with Fibershed textiles, featuring: