It’s really easy to take water for granted. Americans have had access to clean drinking water for quite a long time. What if we didn’t have that access anymore because a company came into our town and took our water? That issue, among others, is what is covered in the movie, “Tapped.”
It’s a movie about bottled water – how it’s collected, how it’s distributed, how it may or may not be tested, how the plastic bottle could affect our health. It’s a movie about a really popular product.
“Tapped” was recently shown at SYRCL’s Wild and Scenic film festival. As part of our Film Festival Follow-up, BriarPatch will also be showing this excellent film. “Tapped” is an opportunity for education.
BriarPatch is responsive to the wishes of our membership. After you view the film, tell your friends about what you’ve learned. As demand decreases for bottled water, less will be carried on the shelves.
BriarPatch’s grocery manager, Charles Brock, has been very proactive about the bottled water issue. As opportunities have become available, he’s been replacing as much as he can with glass bottles. While still planning on carrying the larger 1.5 liter bottles and above of Crystal Geyser, these bottles are BPA free and come from a water source at Mt. Shasta, a regional location.
Still want to do more? The large plastic bottles for water carried in our household section are also BPA free. Much research was done in terms of the quality of the filter purchased for our bulk water, so you can trust that the water is clean. If you’re not comfortable, or unable, to drink your tap water, buying bulk water at the Patch is an excellent option.
Curious what all the hub bub is about with bottled water? Come see “Tapped” on Friday, February 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Patch’s Community Room, and make sure to bring a friend.
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