JULY EDITION 2015
SEPTEMBER 2015 EDITION
Maintaining a Strong Foundation Discount Structure Change October 1, 2015 Upholding your co-op’s financial health and sustainability is the first responsibility of the Basics staff and Board, as we ensure the store is well positioned to continue serving our Owners and community for many years to come. After months of consideration, we have determined that changes to our discount structure are necessary to support those objectives.
Creamy Cashew Carrot Soup
From Wellness Wednesdays class, “Pureed Vegetable Soups” with Stephanie Aegerter, April 2015 Ingredients:
1 1/2cups raw cashews Sea salt Filtered water 1 pound carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped The current discount structure played a key role in 1 large onion, coarsely chopped growing Basics for the last 20 years, but it now puts us at 2 Tablespoons olive oil a disadvantage, because we must often keep prices 1 quart stock or veggie broth artificially high to provide a cushion for our deep Salt and pepper to taste discounts. As part of the change, we look forward to Optional stir-ins: thyme, sage, ginger, quinoa or rice (for a implementing more competitive every-day pricing to heartier soup), chicken
complement the strong specials programs we already have in place. Basics has a long history of providing exceptional service at a good value, and these changes do not affect that commitment. Our hope is to continue to focus our energy on our mission- to provide the best natural, organic and local foods to our community, with exceptional service, including reliable education, training and health information to shoppers. We also look forward to a renewed focus on Co-op Ownership and values. Supporting a food system that is truly equitable and just for everyone, from the farmer to you, is our ultimate goal. Know that your continued support is what enables us to create positive change! We will be here as long as you believe in what we do. Thank you for your continued support. See the new “More Ways to Save” on page 2.
September Staff Anniversaries Jerold - 2 years September 4 Anna - 1 year September 23 Courtney - 7 years September 23 Lorraine - 7 years September 25
Instructions: Put the cashews in a glass bowl or measuring cup and cover with filtered water. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt and soak for a half hour or up to six hours. Drain the cashews and put in a blender with fresh water to cover. Puree the cashews until they are the texture of a thick cream, adding more water as needed. While the cashews are soaking, preheat the oven to 400 degrees and toss the carrot and onion pieces with olive oil in a large roasting pan. Roast the veggies for 35-40 minutes. Place the roasted veggies and stock or broth in a soup pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and allow the veggies to soften completely. Use an immersion blender or fill your regular blender half full to puree the soup. Return it to the pan and stir in the cashew cream. Heat through and season to taste.
Welcome, New Deborah Adams Tammy Briggs Paul Casler Christine Coleman Cecelia Conway Jean Domine Dawn Downing Rosaleen Durham Elizabeth Hafferty Darlene Harris Gregory Higginbotham Kelly Justus Connie KIeman Claudia Klund Hildegard Kopp
More Ways to Save!
Owners! Rachel Llanas Mary Murray K Michele Nauer Pam Pacheco Danielle Rayner Billie Jo Rehberg Jennifer Revels Eve Riley Jeffery Rohrer Heidi Rye Sarah Semmens Christine Snyder Cari Speer Kiki Ward Peter Webster
For a full list of benefits, see our Co-op Ownership Brochure
Discount
General Public
Daily
Basics Co-op Owner 5% OFF
Sundays Basics Brand
10% OFF
Vitamin Sale Mondays 10% OFF
Fresh Produce Sale Tuesdays Senior Day
5% OFF
5+5% OFF
5% OFF
5+5% OFF
5% OFF
5+10% OFF
65 & Wiser Wednesdays
Did You Know? Your purchase of Basics Brand vitamins helps our manufacturer participate in donating 11 million children’s multivitamins annually to Vitamin Angels, providing vital nutrition to women and children in need internationally and domestically. vitaminangels.org
Basics Co-op Board of Directors Jim Hutchinson Sverre 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
JAC Member Day Super Tuesday 1st Tuesdays Owner Appreciation Sale
5+10% OFF
Case Discount
5+5% OFF
Owner Rewards
Sale Price
* Discounts apply to regular-priced items only. Excludes Lucy’s Loon Lake Coffee & Deli, Shizen Sushi, Party Platters, Consignment, Alcohol. Effective October 1, 2015.
The 7 Co-op Principles
Voluntary & Open Membership Democratic Control Member Economic Participation Autonomy & Independence Education, Training & Information Cooperation Among Cooperatives Concern for Community
New & Returning Grocery & Housewares Wholesome Harvest Organic Heirloom Tomatoes Locally grown near Fort Atkinson. Fish People Seafood Entrees
OH-SO Organic Baby Electrolyte Organic Pediatric Electrolyte with zinc, packaged in a BPA-free bottle. Pachamama Coffee
Chef-inspired, made with wild
Organic bulk or bagged coffee
caught sustainably harvest seafood.
blends from a 100% farmer-owned
Thai Coconut Lemongrass Tuna,
cooperative.
Wild Salmon in Chardonnay Reduc- Full Circle Fresh Air Kitchen tion sauce, Yellow Coconut Curry Compost Collector Albacore.
Easy to empty and clean. Reduces mess and odor.
Seasonal Favorite! Local organic cantaloupe, red watermelon, yellow orchid and orange doll watermelon are back for the season from Tipi Produce, Evansville.
Honey Stinger Energy Foods Organic honey-based waffles and protein bars.
Wellness & Personal Care Natural Factors Ultimate Probiotic Critical Care
Acure Moroccan Argan Oils Rich in Vitamin E, essential oils and
55 billion multi-strain vegetarian
proteins to help fight lines and
formula.
repair imperfections.
Enzymedica Lypo Gold Enzymes to support the gallbladder, fat digestion, healthy cholesterol.
New Aura Cacia Body Care Essential Oil Blends-Comfort, Freshen, Indulge, Renew Perfect for foot soaks, scrubs, underarm creams, bath and shower.
September Events September Super Tuesday Sale 15% OFF Regular-Priced Items Storewide! Enjoy free samples and product demos. Basics Co-op Owners save 5+15%, Senior Owners save 10+10%. Excludes Shizen Sushi, Loon Lake Deli, consignment, party platters & gift boxes/baskets, alcohol. 6am-8pm Tuesday, September 1
veggies into your diet. Wellness Wednesdays is a free monthly class in the Basics Community Room with Stephanie Aegerter, health coach and Janesville Farmers Market manager. Free, please pre-register. 6-7pm Wednesday, September 16
by mistake. Get tips on supporting your immune system through diet and supplements with instructor Deb Cyrel, CNC BHN, certified holistic nutrition consultant. Free, please preregister. 6-7pm Wednesday, September 23
Co-op Owner Appreciation Sale Basics Co-op Owners save 5+15% on Regular-Priced Items Storewide! Senior Basics Owners save 10+10%. Excludes Shizen Sushi, Loon Lake Deli, consignment, party platters & gift boxes/baskets, alcohol. 8am–8pm Sunday, September 20
Shopping the Co-op on a Budget Are you a penny-pincher, a bargain Labor Day Hours hunter, or just looking to serve up Open 6am-6pm Labor Day Monday, healthy food on a tight budget? Co-op September 7. Lucy’s Loon Lake Cofshopping can meet your need to eat fee & Deli closed. for cheap! Join us for a store tour with a focus on saving money at your Wellness Wednesdays: Curb Co-op. Also pick up simple recipes, your Sugar Cravings with Orange coupons and pointers to help you Veggies Autoimmune Disease Nutritional start saving right away! Please preDo you struggle with sugar cravings? Support register for this free class + store Make peace with your body’s need for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis and tour. Meets in front Lounge. sweetness. We will deconstruct the Type 1 Diabetes are examples of au- 6-7pm Tuesday, September 29 cravings and explore ways to curb toimmune disease, when the acquired your appetite in a healthy way with immune system targets healthy tissues naturally sweet vegetables. You will learn simple recipes and ideas to help Please register for classes at least 24 hours in advance. you incorporate local carotene-rich Call (608) 754-3925 or sign up at Customer Service.
Located Inside Basics Co-op Open 6am-2pm Mon-Sat, 8am-2pm Sun Featuring homemade pastries and soup from scratch Ask about Gluten Free made-to-order cakes
Located Inside Basics Co-op Traditional raw, cooked and vegetarian sushi options made fresh daily. Sushi party trays can be made-to-order for pickup.
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