May 12th is World Fair Trade Day!
On May 12th, people around the world will celebrate World Fair Trade Day!
To learn about events happening worldwide visit:http://www.wftday.org/english/index.htm
For events across the U.S: http://www.wftday.org/english/index.htm
And here in Olympia At Traditions Fair Trade Cafe in downtown Olympia, 300 5th Ave
Wednesday, May 9
In support of World Fair Trade Day, this is a free showing of a powerful documentary about the lives of Ethiopian coffee farmers. Discussion available about fair trade available after the screening.
7:00 PM
Thursday, May 10
With music to start the evening and then a fashion show starting at 7 interspersed with samplings of fair trade chocolate concoctions, the fashion show will allow you to see fair trade clothes modeled with commentary on the sources of the clothing and the story of the workers.
6:30 PM
Saturday, May 12
At the Lincoln School Playground we will have fun and games using fair trade soccer balls and volleyballs, having the Crow Drummers to entertain, with treats and fair trade coffee, and information on fair trade activities in our community. From 10 in the morning until 1 PM
10:00 AM
For more information please contact: Dick Meyer at Traditions: 360-705-2819 or visit www.traditionsfairtrade.com.
Empowerment Alliance:
Fair Trade Federation