Archive for the ‘Co-op Talk’ Category
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Beating the Back to School Blues
Back to School doesn’t have to be “Back to Chaos.” Which is, at least, what it feels like in my home as school begins. Back to shuttling kids to school and extra-curriculars, PTA meetings, play-dates – and let’s not forget, we still have to work, … Read more -
Co-op Deals
Doubtless by now you’ve read this month’s newsletter (right here; we won’t tell), with a few words on the inspiring numbers associated with co-ops functioning today. While the figures can be big at first, we find them exciting. They’re a reminder that a … Read more
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Santa Fe Bandstand Opening Night Recap!
Some folks who didn’t make it out to the Bandstand’s opening night Monday have been asking for a little recap. Here’s my take: I was there from 4:00-8:00, and loved every minute. If you were around later, please share in the comments!
It was … Read more
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Getting Figgy With It
What is up produce enthusiasts?!
First off, Summer’s here and that’s official. Second let me just say that if you haven’t stopped by the Co-op lately, what are you waiting for? It’s all here: peaches, nectarines, watermelon, cantaloupe, grapes, cherries, plums, green beans, blueberries, strawberries, … Read more
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A Few Words on Men’s Health
As a wife and mother, I care about the quality of life for the men I love. I also feel a certain responsibility to my male customers, to help them navigate and enjoy their best possible health. I’ve looked into men’s health for a while, … Read more
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Honoring the Fathers in our Lives
In light of Father’s Day, I am grateful that my own father knew how much I loved and respected him before he died. I want my own son to have that relationship his father. It seems such a small thing to pick a Father’s Day … Read more
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Fresh from the Field: Avocados and You, pt. 2
Howdy, fellow Produce-faithful. Phil’s back with the latter half of his avocado treatise. Read on for surprising, delicious insights, to get your pallet ready for some weekend guac. Without ado… –Ed.
Even without knowledge of all their extra benefits, our demand for Avocados has grown … Read more
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Fresh From the Field: Avocados and You, pt. 1
Hello produce people. Over the next few days I got a 2-part piece on that most delicious of fruits, our friend the avocado.
The avocado tree is a most unusual flowering plant. Get this: avocado flowers open the first day as females, close and re-open … Read more
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In Response: A Meat Sales Manifesto
Dave Payne, Meat & Cheese Manager at the Valley Store, penned this last night in response to the recent flurry of discussion on facebook. We’d posted information about a beef sale ($3.99/lb. for local, grass-fed ground beef!) to a strong reaction from vegans and vegetarians. … Read more