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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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Picks from Dr. Artika: Multicultural Winter Holidays

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MULTICULTURAL WINTER HOLIDAYS  Dr. Artika R. Tyner is a passionate educator, award-winning author, sought-after speaker, and advocate for justice. She is the founder of Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute, working to “plant people” while offering them key educational and learning opportunities. This organic process aims to cultivate a multicultural…

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December Positive Change: Open Arms of Minnesota

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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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Give to the Max

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  As the holiday season approaches, we extend an invitation to our valued member-owners for a celebration of community and giving through Give to the Max Day in Minnesota. Beyond the co-op’s aisles, this presents an opportunity to translate our shared values into action by supporting organizations that make a…

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Holiday Wine Pairings from the Wine Thief & Ale Jail

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Welcome to Holiday Wine Parings with Wine Thief and Ale Jail. Check back to this post throughout the months of November and December. We’ll update this post with wine, beer, and food pairings that will make your tastebuds soar! These delights come from our Community Partner, The Wine Thief…

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