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Get the Most Out of Citrus Season

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Fresh, organic citrus is sweeter than sunshine — which helps on these gray winter days. You’ll find a variety of grapefruits, oranges, mandarins, tangerines, kumquats, lemons and limes at the co-op, all packed with vitamin C, folate, potassium and fiber to give your body a boost. Here are some tips…

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Plant-Based Detox Recipes

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Try these delicious juices and smoothies that blend detoxifying fruits and vegetables to help you feel great for the start of the New Year. The Detox Smoothie A light, refreshing, cleansing smoothie full of fresh greens and ginger, which contains many beneficial antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds. Ingredients (serves 1)…

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DIY Cleaning Supplies

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Homemade cleaning supplies are easy to make, affordable, and safer for both your home and the environment. Most likely, you have many of these common household ingredients already on hand. Transform your cleaning routine by making these DIY recipes from Aura Cacia. All-Purpose Cleaning Spray A multipurpose home cleaning spray…

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Annual LIME Membership Discount Renewal 2024

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A friendly reminder to all LIME member-owners: Please renew your eligibility in the program between Jan. 10 and Feb. 7, 2024, to ensure uninterrupted discounts. To renew your LIME eligibility, please bring a photo ID along with your income-based financial assistance program card or letter to the co-op during this…

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January Positive Change: BrightSide Produce Distribution

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Create Positive Change Each time you shop at the co-op, you have a chance to directly support local nonprofits by donating your 10-cent reusable bag credits and rounding up your purchases to the nearest dollar. It may only be a few cents or spare change, but your generosity makes a…

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Meet Artist Margaret Vergara

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The rotating BIPOC artist gallery at our West 7th store continues this winter with a new local artist, Margaret Vergara. You can purchase their prints and original artwork through the end of March, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to the artist. “Margaret Vergara is a queer,…

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NYE Mocktails

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Check out these non-alcoholic alternatives to the New Year’s Eve cocktail—perfect for everyone, whether you’re limiting alcohol consumption or not. Simple enough for even the most novice home bartender to make, these tasty mocktails prove that just because a beverage doesn’t have alcohol doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be interesting, look…

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Holiday Gifts: Staff Picks

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This holiday season, give gifts that tell a story. Choose items that reflect your values and contribute to a stronger and more sustainable community. Check out our staff picks for the perfect holiday gift ideas that are not only unique and thoughtful but are also budget and eco-friendly and align…

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Blakesville Farm & Creamery

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Blakesville Farm & Creamery  Blakesville Creamery is a Woman-Owned award-winning goat cheese creamery in Port Washington, Wisconsin. In 2023, taking home four American Cheese Society Awards, including three gold medals and one silver.  Blakesville Dairy Farm and Creamery prioritize humane and sustainable practices in raising goats and producing handmade artisan…

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