Categories: Events

Announcing: Seeds of Discent Book Club Q&A with Nic Esposito

Want to get out of your apartment and discuss sustainability with local friends?

We’re happy to announce our first “green” book club, partnering the Head and the Hand Press! In a city of people passionate about green living, we think it’s high time we begin bringing creative literature into the sustainability discussion. Let’s see what literature can teach us about natural living, and how entering into a character’s experiences can spark questions and ideas about urban farming, green living, and social change.

Seeds of Discent Book Club: Thurs, April 10th at 7 PM

Come out for a Q & A with Seeds of Discent author Nic Esposito. I’ll be moderating a discussion about the locavore food movement, urban farms, and local impacts inspired by Seeds of Discent.

Want to read this book and participate in the discussion about sustainability on Philly? Buy directly from The Head & The Hand Press and get free shipping. Or, stop by their workshop at 2012 Sepviva Street (Fishtown) Philadelphia, PA 19125. You can also purchase the book online from Amazon.

No time to read the book? No worries!

There will be wine, refreshments, and books for sale for those haven’t already purchased.

  • What: Book club & Seeds of Discent inspired discussion
  • When: Thursday, April 10th at 7 PM.
  • Where: Head and the Hand Press, 2011 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19125.
  • Register: on Meet Up or RSVP at info@theheadandthehand.com.
About Seeds of Discent

Seeds of Discent is a novel about four young people building an urban farm in Philadelphia while navigating their relationships, jobs, and life. The story is centered around Dan Varano, a young man in his mid twenties who has returned to his native Philadelphia after a few years on the road trying to escape the convention he was raised in. After learning about the value of a more natural life style, he finds that Philadelphia offers everything he has been looking for, although with a price.

Check out this novel about urban farmers in Philadelphia, trying to make sense of where their desire to grow food fits into the city landscape and into society.

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia.

Recent Posts

Midterm election results, climate preparedness toolkit, & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Environmental changemakers celebrated at SustainPHL 2026 Awards. Green…

2 days ago

More than just rain: Understanding South Jersey’s flooding problem

Communities need to prepare to avoid future disasters. This story was originally published by South…

3 days ago

Here are the SustainPHL 2026 Award Recipients

Meet the latest changemakers to take home the awards At a time when sustainability is…

5 days ago

Vigil for Academy, Indigenous garden restoration & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Activists hold march and vigil for Academy of…

1 week ago

Energy and restoration grants, bird migration & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news: Temporary bike lane closer to permanent status. Councilmember…

2 weeks ago

Op-ed: Dinosaurs may be extinct. But the Academy of Natural Sciences doesn’t have to be.

The Academy of Natural Sciences survived for more than two centuries. Now, its future depends…

2 weeks ago