To many, Food Gatherers is an organization that collects and provides sustenance for those in need. But feeding the hungry is only part of the equation. Teaching at-risk young adults to find careers in the food industry is another. And with an 87 percent graduation rate, the program is inching our community toward long-term solutions for hunger.

Change is inevitable. Slowly but surely Ann Arbor's downtown is reflecting that fact as old businesses fade away and new businesses move in. Concentrate's January speaker event looks at downtown's next generation of entrepreneur - who they are, the challenges they face, the experiences they've had, and the things they'd like to see in our community. Join us for a spirited conversation at The Bar At Braun Ct. TOMORROW for happy hour. Sign up now, space is limited!

What's next for Southeast Michigan's eateries? Where can you find the best local dining scene? If you can't ask the guy who was just voted Michigan's "Chef Of The Year", who can you ask?

Food, glorious, food... as long as it's local. Jeff McCabe is all about the stuff you put in your belly - where it comes from, how it's grown, and what you know about it. It's why he started the Selma breakfast salon and why he's involved with the Local Foods Summit and the Homegrown Festival. If you can't guess what Jeff will be blogging about you haven't read a thing we've just written.