JULY EDITION 2015
Co-ops Grow Communities:
OCTOBER IS CO-OP MONTH!
Celebrating Co-op Month 2016 Co-ops around the world share a set of guiding principles with Basics, including “cooperation among cooperatives” and “concern for community.” When you purchase food and other goods at the co-op, you’re supporting a business that cares about people and contributes to a livable, sustainable community.
OCTOBER 2016 EDITION Your co-op ownership investment does not end up in the hands of a CEO, or wealthy shareholders, or the co-op board (they’re volunteers). That investment goes straight into the co-op itself, which YOU now own along with over 6,000 of your Janesville-area neighbors. What you do with it is then up to you, through your votes for Board (or choosing to run for Board), voting for Wooden Nickel non-profits, your shopping habits and your communication with co-op staff. This month, Basics is also proud to join with nearly 150 other food co-ops around the country to celebrate the many stories of how cooperative companies, suppliers, manufacturers and farmers are growing strong, healthy communities around the world. When you not only shop at the co-op but also look for cooperatively produced products, your impact grows exponentially! (continued, p.2)
Becoming an Owner at the co-op takes you a step further. When you make your Owner investment, you become part of a growing movement of people who believe the power should be kept in the hands of the people and that together, we accomplish more.
Morning Apple Crumble
Ingredients
2 1/2 pounds tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Cortland) 2 tablespoons raisins 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons honey, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger, divided Salt 2 cups rolled oats 1/2 cup roughly-chopped pecans 1/4 cup gluten-free flour mix 1/4 cup shredded coconut 6 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or butter a 9 x 9-inch glass baking dish.
Prep:
Core, peel and cut the apples into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, gently toss the apples with raisins, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons honey, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ginger and a pinch of salt. Spread mixture evenly in the bottom of the baking dish. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, pecans, flour, coconut, 1/2 teaspoon ginger and a pinch of salt. Cut in the butter and 1/4 cup of honey with the rest of the ingredients to make a crumbly mixture. Spread mixture evenly over the top of the apples, then place in oven and bake for 45 minutes or until bubbling and the topping is golden brown and crisp. Serve warm or cold topped with a spoonful of yogurt.
Adapted from Co+op, stronger together www.strongertogether.coop
Welcome, New Maria Baheua Suzanne Blair Verna Blood Nancy Brunner Larry Cartee Maureen Cummings Karin DeLong-Eichman James Gajdosik Lean Goudy Angela Hansen Betsy Johnson Sandy Jones
Owners! Marvin Meister Jorge Montilla Marsha Mood Tonee Mosher Julie Munoz Cristine Murphy Heather Pertzborn Cheryl Schelm Jodi Surber Dena Thiele Sharon Wolter Debee Zenke
October Staff Anniversaries
Danielle 1 year
Debbie 4 years
(Co-ops Grow Communities, contd.) Each of the participating companies in this year’s cause promotion work with cooperative suppliers and manufacturers or are cooperatives themselves, and as such, work to build strong bonds between the people who purchase their products and the people who supply them. Co-ops offer a way to transform how business is typically done; they give you the opportunity to get the products and services you need on a daily basis while strengthening the community around you. Participating companies include Alaffia, Alter Eco, Divine Chocolate, Dr. Bronner’s, Equal Exchange, Guayaki, Organic Valley, and Theo Chocolate. These companies along with National Co+op Grocers are aiming to raise $80,000 for the La Riojana Co-op, an Argentinian producer of wine and olive oil. Through their cooperative business model, La Riojana has been able to significantly improve the well-being of their member communities. With the funds raised, La Riojana Co-op can obtain organic certification for almost two villages, which equates to 80-95 growers.
To sweeten the deal this month, all new Basics Co-op
WIN over $100
Owners will be entered to worth of cooperatively produced groceries from participating brands!
Current Owners can also refer your friends this month
DOUBLE the referral bonus
Ryan 1 year
Georgie 5 years
for . Make sure your friend lists you on the referral line, and get a $20 Basics gift card in the mail!
Did You Know? What is the difference between “pure”, “organic” and “therapeutic grade” essential oils? Many essential oils on the marketplace are traded through distributors or brokers and pass through many hands before reaching a retail store. These oils are often adulterated with substances that “boost” or “extend” one or more of the fragrant properties in the oil. One liter of pure, organic lavender is sold for around $300. On the other hand, a liter of synthetic or adulterated oil is sold from $10 to $60. One can see why boosting and extending a true oil to increase profit margins might be a seductive choice. Adulterated oils can cause short term side effects such as rashes, burning or other irritations. It is unknown what long term effects synthetically treated oils have on human physiology. When an essential oil is labeled “organic,” this certification ensures that the plants were farmed, harvested, distilled and distributed according to organic methods. Following organic farming methods ensures that oils are free of pesticides, synthetics and adulterants. Therapeutic grade refers to essential oils that are safe to consume for medicinal purposes. There is no certifying agency in the U.S. for therapeutic grade essential oils, so it is “buyer beware” if you see this claim. As oils considered therapeutic in Europe are held to a much higher standard, Basics chooses to carry ECOCERT certified Veriditas Botanicals essential oils for an organic therapeutic option. Basics is also proud to offer NOW and Aura Cacia pure, unadulterated essential oils with no synthetic ingredients for your aromatherapy purposes.
New & Returning Grocery Hilary’s apple fennel dressing & marinade Green Garden organic salad dressings Manischewitz thin salted matzos Dynamic health organic 100% juices Miss Jones organic baking mixes
Wellness
Go Raw GROW sprouted plant protein bars
L-Theanine Mag Glycinate powder
NuNaturals NuGrains oat fiber
Herbalogic Easy Breather nose & sinus health
Madhava organic fructose-free cassava Urban Moonshine Hit the Hay sleep sweetener support Coco Community grower-owned Vibrant Health Super Natural initiative coconut water Tuscon Tamales
Immaculate chocolate chunk cookie dough Bulk organic lemongrass Bulk organic kale powder Field Day 3-ply recycled plastic trash bags
splant-based calcium Yunnan Baiyao Tong-Shu circulation, immune, muscle health support Solstice herbal pain relief patches Natural Factors 100% Wild Alaskan salmon oil Health Direct Amino Sculpt anti-aging collagen peptides
October Events Annual Local Apple Sale A Basics Co-op tradition for many years, the annual apple sale features all Wisconsin-grown apples in increasing variety through the month of October. Enjoy fresh-picked McIntosh, Cortland, Empire apples and more, for only 99¢/lb. or $4.49/5lb. Bag! Sat. Oct. 1 - Mon. Oct. 31 October Super Tuesday 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, October 4 Recycled Art Workshop A family art workshop focused on using everyday household items, food, and
natural materials to create sustainable, budget-friendly arts and crafts. Free, RSVP appreciated. 10am-12pm Saturday, October 15 Bulk Foods Week Celebration Buying from bulk helps you save money, reduce the food you waste and decrease your carbon footprint by reducing packaging. Thank you for choosing bulk! Save 20% on any regular-priced bulk foods purchased in your reusable container this week! Sun. Oct. 16 - Sat. Oct. 22 Individual Nutrition Consultations Maximize your health and well-being by making the best nutrition choices for
your individual health goals and lifestyle. A one-on-one consultation with Deb Cyrel, certified holistic nutritional consultant and owner of Return to Health. Appointments will be booked on a first-paid basis at Customer Service and are non-refundable with less than 72 hours notice. Cost: Co-op Owners $30 / Gen. Public $50. 5-8pm Wednesday, October 19 Pumpkin Carving Contest Your annual chance to earn fame and fortune when you show off your carved or decorated pumpkin at Basics! Every entrant wins a prize, 1st place wins a $20 Basics gift card! Thurs. Oct. 27-Fri. Oct. 28 Drop-off Sat. Oct. 29 & Sun. Oct. 30 Voting Mon. Oct. 31 Winner announced & pumpkin pickup *Excludes Shizen Sushi, Loon Lake Deli, consignment, party platters, gift boxes/baskets, alcohol, Owner investments.
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
Clarice Green
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 Newsletter questions or comments? Amber Glass, basics4amber@gmail.com