Get a deeper understanding of the connections between food and sustainability at The Root Cafe's "Menu for the Future" course. The deadline to register is Tuesday (Jan. 8).

Love food and want to learn more about sustainability?

It's your last chance to register for The Root Cafe's "Menu for the Future," a course presented by the Arkansas Earth Institute that will examine the connections between food and sustainable practices. The deadline to register for the seven-week course is tomorrow (Jan. 8).

During this course, participants will explore food systems and their impacts on culture, society and ecological systems; gain insight into agricultural and individual practices that promote personal and environmental well-being; and consider a role in creating or supporting sustainable food systems.

The class will meet 6- 8 p.m. every Tuesday from Jan. 15-Feb. 26.

Cost is $27 per person and includes a course book. Space is limited.

For more information or to register, e-mail Seth at ssg3487@hotmail.com or visit The Root Cafe, 1500 Main St., Little Rock. Also click here for more information about the course.