http://www.clearcreekcoop.org food for life, not for profit Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:44:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en June 20, 2011 Dear owner-members, Owners of the Clear Creek Food Co-op affirmed their gratitude for the unique and wholesome products, generous educational culture, and niche of specialized services provided by their Co-op at an owner-member meeting on June 16. Twenty-three members and one guest speaker gathered for two hours at the ... http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/06/june-16th-member-meeting-report/ Hello co-op supporters, Welcome to what feels like summer! We are now open from 11 am – 6 pm, Monday through Saturday. Summer is a slower season for us, and these hours will help us best balance convenient access and fiscal prudence. We’ll look forward to seeing you then! If the thought ... http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/05/summer-hours/ Check out the May newsletter for some updates, complete with upcoming events, a cooking class review, a book suggestion and an absolutely to die for date cookie recipe! http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/05/may-updates-from-the-co-op/ Happy Spring! This month's rains have turned everything a lush green - including our fridges, which are full of the freshest local produce.  David Reed just delivered delicious bok choy, mixed greens, carrots, radishes, and stir fry mix.  We have kale from Christopher Farms as well as red and green "living ... http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/04/even-more-local-organic-produce-now-at-the-co-op/ Check out our April update newsletter [PDF].  This edition includes: Upcoming Coop and community events A list of common and harmful additives to avoid Recipe of the month: Easy Black Bean Soup A review of the Gluten Free Cooking class and a related book review If you have any questions, just let us know! http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/04/april-updates-from-the-coop/ Happy Spring everyone! The following includes events and opportunities happening in the next few weeks.  Pull out your calendars and save some dates! This coming Saturday, March 26, is an exciting day for friends of the Co-op: In the morning from 9am to noon, the Winter Farmer's Market will be taking place at ... http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/03/coop-spring-news/ We have a plethora of new gluten free products in store, including pie crust, brownies, cinnamon buns, cheesecake, pita bread and Heaven Mill's chocolate, vanilla or cinnamon Rugelach.  You will be amazed by how absolutely mouthwatering these new, gluten free products are! For more gluten free, come by the co-op Tuesday, ... http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/03/gluten-free-week-at-the-co-op/ Wipe out unsafe chemicals in your household by making your own cleaning products! The Clear Creek Food Co-op is hosting a Green Cleaning Workshop on Saturday, March 26th from 3-5pm. You will learn how to make household cleaners from simple, non-toxic ingredients and essential oils. To register, stop by the Clear Creek Cooperative ... http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/03/green-cleaning-workshop-on-march-26th/ Thanks to all our members, guests and new members, for coming to our very successful member event last week! We'd like to update you on March events and happenings.  Please check out our attached March newsletter (thanks to volunteer initiative!) that will tell you about the Richmond Winter Farmers Market, upcoming ... http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/03/march-updates-from-the-coop/ The Clear Creek Co-op cordially invites you to participate in our bulk-bin sponsorship program. Sponsoring one of our bulk bins is a way for you to reach new customers and support a growing local business! Family, individual and even pet sponsorships are available, too! The Clear Creek Co-op offers local, organic ... http://www.clearcreekcoop.org/2011/03/bulk-bin-sponsorship-program/