JULY EDITION 2015
MAY 2016 EDITION
May 1-7
Hidden-Spinach Berry Smoothie Co-op Owners Vote for Basics Board of Directors, Wooden Nickel Non-Profits May 1- May 7 Governance by a democratically elected Board is a founding principle of your Co-op. This year, just 2 candidates are running for 2 open seats on the Board - but as an election is always required, we hope you will still take a moment to get to know them and participate! Candidate profiles are included below, as well as on the ballots. The list of non-profits who have applied or been nominated for the Wooden Nickel Program is now up to 34 awesome local organizations! With only 12 spots in the program each year, we ask for your help to narrow the list, also located on page 3.
Vote in-store or online: go to www.basicshealth.com and click on the picture (above) to access the links. Basics Board Candidates We asked the candidates to answer 3 questions on their application for Basics Board. Here are their replies...
Clarice Green Why do you want to be elected to the Basics Cooperative Board? I am a past Basics Board member, and Basics has been our family’s primary grocery store for many years. The success of the store is extremely important to my family and me. I am always eager to help people learn more about Basics and the many different products and services offered. I want to be a part of the team again, helping to ensure that Basics will continue to grow, meet the needs of the members and remain financially sound. (continued)
“Start your day with a big spinach salad? You will enjoy a salad's worth of healthy spinach in this luscious smoothie, and hardly notice it's there. Try freezing your own local berries when they are in season to use in smoothies all year long. When bananas start getting soft, just peel them, pop them in a freezer bag, and freeze to use in smoothies. Using frozen berries and bananas will give you a thick, almost ice-cream texture, and you may need to add a little milk to help it blend.”
Ingredients
2 cups (8 ounces) frozen or fresh red berries, raspberries, strawberries, or a mix 3 cups (3 ounces) spinach (packed) 1 cup yogurt, kefir, or a non-dairy alternative like almond milk 1 large banana, fresh or frozen
Prep Put the berries and spinach in the blender first, and add the yogurt and banana. Process, scraping down as needed. Blend until smooth and serve. Makes 2 servings.
Tips If the smoothie is too thick to blend, add milk or a nondairy alternative as needed to blend. Adapted from recipe by Robin Asbell for strongertogether.coop: http:// strongertogether.coop/ recipes/hidden-spinach-berrysmoothie
VOTE! continued...
Welcome, New James Abts Polly Barry Stephanie Blaser Julee Bromley Vicky Brown Alex Cantwell Jaleh Dabiri Mia Delong Simon Dorfman Michele Filip Cody Finn Jammie Fisher Marelvi Gaxhaj Terra Gold Sara Higgins
Owners! What special skills or experience will you bring to the Board? Hans Kleisch Tammy Kruckenberg Holly Lebeck Lauren Matulle Linda Maybee Bonnie Miller Kristine Nichols Ruth OConnor Christina Orleans Mike Price Brenda Rohloff Heather Sullivan Deanna Trenge Jennifer Valley
Nominated for Wooden Nickel Program: Acts of Kindness Agape House of Janesville Agrace Hospice & Palliative Care American Red Cross of Western Wisconsin Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rock, Walworth & Jefferson Counties Court Appointed Special Advocates of Rock County Craig Spotlighters Show Choir
HeatWave Rock County 4H Show Choir Independent Disability Services Hoo's Woods Raptor Education Center House of Mercy Janesville Daughters of the American Revolution Janesville Farmer's Market EBT Program KANDU La Leche League The Literacy Connection ECHO Project 16:49 Rotary Botanical Gardens Family Respite Care Services Salvation Army Fellow Mortals Wildlife Spirit Horse Equine Rescue Hospital Touched By A Paw, Inc Fine Feathered Friends United Way Blackhawk Sanctuary Region Friends of Noah-WI VEST-A-DOG Janesville GIFTS Men's Shelter Veterans Transitional Girl Talk Janesville Habitat for Humanity of Rock Housing Program YWCA Rock County & Jefferson Counties HealthNet
Vote in-store or find the link online at www.basicshealth.com
May Staff Anniversaries Pattie - 1 year May 14 Darrol - 17 years May 28
I previously served on the Basics Board for 8 years as secretary. I have also served as 4-H dairy leader in Center Township, as a member of the Town Zoning Board, and as a board member of DAR, Janesville Chapter. Having had four out of 8 in my immediate family diagnosed with cancer, I have done a great deal of research. I have a good deal of knowledge concerning supplements, herbs, and healthful foods, whether it is growing them or preparing them.
What role do you think Basics Co-op offers in our community? Basics plays an important role in Janesville and the surrounding communities because it is a one-of-a-kind store. Basics helps the local economy by looking to local farmers first to meet their needs. They partner with local businesses for special events, work with local schools teaching nutrition and providing nutritious snacks, and fill the community’s need for natural foods, vitamins and a wealth of information on how to live a healthy lifestyle. They also donate to many local charities.
Dr. Carrie Kaiser Why do you want to be elected to the Basics Cooperative Board? I often hear people say they’re surprised that a place like Basics can survive in this community. I’m not. I want to be reelected to the Board because I continue to be passionate about and inspired by the mission and goals of Basics Co-op, its staff and its ever growing number of members. I want to be re-elected to the Board because it is another way of being part of this invaluable local asset.
What special skills or experience will you bring to the Board? I bring my experiences as a… -Local small business owner -Licensed Naturopathic Doctor serving Janesville and the surrounding community -Current Basics Board member (for the past 4 years) -Longtime member and supporter of local Co-ops
What role do you think Basics Co-op offers in our community? Two very important roles I think Basics plays in this community are ACCESS and EDUCATION. Seven days of the week there is an abundant supply of organic produce, as well as many other goods and services that are not otherwise easily accessible in or around Janesville. In addition to the friendly staff who are ready to share their knowledge, the array of topics presented in the community room and services offered to the public is extensive and unmatched anywhere in this area. Basics is a hub for things good and healthy, whether it’s food for your belly or food for your brain.
Kick off your picnic season with Basics at the Annual Meeting!
Perfect additions to your grad party, reunion or picnic!
May Events May Super Tuesday Sale
Owner Appreciation Sale
Basics Co-op Owners enjoy 5+10% off regular-priced items storewide, the first Tuesday of the month! Not yet a Co-op Owner? Come in and get to know us – enjoy free samples and live demos from vendors and community partners throughout the store. Save 5% on regular-priced items.* 6am-8pm Tuesday, May 3
Basics Co-op Owners enjoy 5+10% off regular-priced items storewide!* 8am-8pm Sun. May 15
Shopping the Co-op on a Budget
Are you a penny-pincher, a bargain hunter, or just looking to serve up healthy food on a tight budget? Co-op shopping can meet your need to eat Co-op Explorer Story for cheap! Join us for a store tour with a focus on saving money at your Hour Join us in the Basics kids play area for Co-op. Pick up recipes, coupons and pointers to help you start saving right a free story and snack time the first away! Free, please register by Sunday, Saturday of each month! Books and April 24. Meets in front Lounge. activities focus on health, nutrition and environmental stewardship. *Excludes Shizen Sushi, Loon Lake Deli, Appropriate for kids ages 3-10. consignment, party platters, gift boxes/baskets, 10-11am Saturday, May 7 alcohol, Owner investments.
6-7pm Tuesday, May 31
RSVP today for the Annual Owner Meeting & Potluck! All Co-op Owners invited... see page 3 for details. 12-4pm Saturday, June 4
JALEH’S KITCHEN
NEW Cooking Classes in the Basics Community Room Tuesdays & Wednesdays
http://basicshealth.com/bc/ jalehs-kitchen-cooking-classes/
To register for classes: call (608) 754-3925 or sign up at Customer Service.
Basics Co-op Board of Directors Jim Hutchinson
S. David Roang
Jose Cabrera
Dr. Carrie Kaiser
S.A. Welch
Please mail all Board correspondence to: Basics Board c/o Basics Cooperative, 1711 Lodge Drive Janesville, WI 53545 Letters to the Board will be opened at the next scheduled meeting.
Basics General Manager Lynnette Wirth gm@basicshealth.com
Connect With Us! Basics Cooperative 1711 Lodge Drive Janesville, WI 53545 (608) 754-3925 www.basicshealth.com Scoop newsletter questions or comments? Amber Glass, basics4amber@gmail.com