The campus community will have the opportunity to celebrate sustainable foods and healthy eating at a variety of Michigan Harvest events throughout October.

Michigan Harvest is the university’s monthlong celebration of National Food Day, a nationwide campaign for healthy, affordable and sustainable food.

MFarmers Market, produce carts, film screenings and Michigan-themed meals are some of the events offered on campus this month.

Contributing units include Michigan Dining, the Central Student Government, University Unions, MHealthy, the School of Dentistry, the U-M Health System and the U-M Sustainable Food Program.

“Michigan Harvest events demonstrate the commitment U-M has made to making available local, sustainable food on campus. We are proud of the strong student support and amazing academic programs surrounding sustainable food systems that continue to grow at U-M,” said Barbara Hagan, sustainability representative of the Office of Campus Sustainability.

Events this month include:

• “Fast Food for Thought,” which brings together 10 interdisciplinary faculty members from across campus to give a series of fast-paced talks related to food and agriculture; 5 p.m. Oct. 21 in Room 1040 of the Dana Building, School of Natural Resources and Environment.

• Screening of the film “King Corn,” 5 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Rackham Amphitheater; and a presentation as part of the Penny W. Stamps Speaker Series by the filmmakers of the documentaries “King Corn” and “Truck Farm,” 5:10 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Michigan Theater.

• The “Help Yourself Garden,” where fresh and sustainable foods can be handpicked; Dental School.

• Michigan-themed menu in the dining halls, featuring fresh, local and seasonal foods; Oct. 16 and 24.

Earlier this month, the Campus Farm hosted the third annual Harvest Festival, which was highlighted by local dishes prepared by Michigan Dining chefs, harvest ambience provided by local musicians, seasonal games and activities.