The Center For Land-Based Learning Hosts Author David “Mas” Masumoto
On Sunday, September 20, 2009, the Center For Land-Based Learning is hosting the 5th in its series of “Author Gatherings” at the Farm on Putah Creek in Winters, CA. Past authors have included John Scharffenberger, Michael Pollan, David “Mas” Masumoto, and Alice Waters. Mas Masumoto is once again visiting the Farm to talk about his latest book, Wisdom of the Last Farmer: Harvesting Legacies from the Land.
David "Mas" Masumoto is an organic peach and grape farmer and author of Epitaph for a Peach (1995), Letters to the Valley, A Harvest of Memories (2004), Four Seasons in Five Senses, Things Worth Savoring (2003) and Harvest Son and Planting Roots in American Soil (1998). His new book, Wisdom of the Last Farmer: Harvesting Legacies from the Land (August 4, 2009) is touted as an “eloquent and moving memoir”.
The day with Mas will begin with a very special Writing Workshop taught by the author for anyone wanting to sharpen their skills writing about nature, food, farming, or just how to write so your reader will become more involved in what you are trying to convey. Masumoto is unique in the way he describes his life on the farm and the “fruits” of his labor. His skill of framing a sentence into a sensory event for the reader is nothing short of poetic genius. The workshop will begin at 11:00 am, last 2 hours (lunch included), will be limited to only 20 people and will cost $50.00 per person. Mas will take you through a series of lessons and exercises in an intense and intimate small group learning experience. This writing workshop will be very popular so get your reservations in early!
If you are not able to get a reservation for the workshop, you can still enjoy visiting with the author by attending a public reading and book signing of his recently published book, Wisdom of the Last Farmer: Harvesting Legacies from the Land. In addition to talking about his book, Mas will lead a general discussion concerning sustainable food and farming. This event will be held from 2:00-5:00 p.m. and will include a light snack. The cost to attend this event is $10 per person and his book will be available for purchase.
For more information about the author visit: masumoto.com
The Farm on Putah Creek Is located at 5265 Putah Creek Road, Winters, CA 95694 near Davis, CA. For more information about the Center and its mission to help educate and guide students to become future farmers and stewards of our land and for directions visit: landbasedlearning.org
Writer’s Workshop Tickets - $50
Speaking Events Tickets - $10
This event is a fundraiser for the Center for Land-Based Learning and is fully tax-deductible. Masumoto is gracefully donating his workshop fees and a portion of his book sales to the Center and to their exciting educational programs.
Event Details:
What: “A Day at the Farm on Putah Creek with David “Mas” Masumoto”
Where: Center for Land-Based Learning – Farm on Putah Creek Road - 5265 Putah Creek Road, Winters, CA 95694
When: Sunday, September 20, 2009.
Writer’s Workshop – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm (Limited enrollment - lunch included).
A Conversation with Mas – 2:00 – 5:00 pm (light snacks included).
Prices: Tax-Deductible - $50.00 for the Writers Workshop - $10.00 for the Public Reading.
Description: Fifth in a series of “Author’s Gatherings.” A fun and educational event and fundraiser to benefit the Center for Land-Based Learning.
David "Mas" Masumoto is an organic peach and grape farmer and author of Epitaph for a Peach (1995), Letters to the Valley, A Harvest of Memories (2004), Four Seasons in Five Senses, Things Worth Savoring (2003) and Harvest Son and Planting Roots in American Soil (1998). His new book, Wisdom of the Last Farmer: Harvesting Legacies from the Land (August 4, 2009) is being touted as an “eloquent and moving memoir”.
Masumoto is the winner of the UC Davis “Award of Distinction” from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in 2003. He was a founding member of the California Association of Family Farmers. He has served on the California Tree Fruit Agreement research board and has been a member of the Raisin Advisory Committee research board. Farmers from across the nation have employed his organic farming techniques.
Masumoto and his wife, Marcy Masumoto, have two children, Nikiko and Korio. They reside in a 90 year old farmhouse surrounded by their vineyards and orchards just outside of Del Rey, California which is 20 miles south of Fresno.
Pre-event interviews: Center for Land-Based Learning, Executive Director, Mary Kimball is available for pre-event interviews. You can reach her at: Email – mary@landbasedlearning.org or her office, (530) 795-1520, or cell, (530) 510-0196.
Event coverage: The media is encouraged to cover the event onsite. David Masumoto and Executive Director, Mary Kimball will be available for brief interviews. Please contact the Center or myself, Ken Pierce if you plan on covering the event.
Writer’s Workshop Tickets - $50
Speaking Events Tickets - $10
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