Just Food Co-op

When we are feeling stressed too much energy can get stuck in the shoulders and then move up into the head causing pain. Could you use a few new relaxation techniques in your bag of self-care tricks to combat headaches? Learn three acupressure points to open up the energy channels in the head and eyes.  You will also discover three points on the shoulders to relax and open the energy channels, which aids relaxation and also digestion. These techniques can be done on yourself or on others.  Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to leave feeling better than when you arrived. Instructor Mary Zelmer is a Certified Spring Forest Qigong Teacher, Master Healer, and advanced student of Chunyi Lin, founder of SFQ.

Tuesday, October 11, 7-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $15/$10 owners  Instructor: Mary Zelmer
Advance registration is required.  Please call the Co-op at 507-650-0106.

If access to vitamins and supplements is important to you, you should know about current issues affecting them. CODEX is an international UN Food Safety body of 182 countries making global guidelines for food safety. The current debates about labeling GMOs and debate about the safety of vitamins and minerals are key topics. Learn how these issues could affect the supplements you use. Presenter Diane Miller is the Legal and Public Policy Director for National Health Freedom Coalition and it’s sister lobbying organization, National Health Freedom Action. Diane will give this FREE presentation on Thursday, October 6, 7-8:30 p.m. Please reserve your seat by calling 507-650-0106.

Looking for a great gift item? Want to treat yourself to something nice? Check out our beautiful fair trade scarves (this one is only $11.99), and super cool Iowa-made tshirts promoting local eating.

Wondering how to keep eating local food after the harvest season ends?  Try preserving now to enjoy eating the local bounty throughout the year.  We thought you might like to know about this class from Transition Northfield to get you started!

A Day of Canning Basics

Sunday Sept.18, 9:30am-5ish at the Cristofaro-Hark’s Farm at 4133 Millersburg Blvd, Lonsdale.

Transition Northfield says:

“Join us for a day of canning tomatoes! Gain the skills to enjoy your garden through the winter and come away with several jars to take home. We will be providing ingredients grown without chemicals from Spring Wind Farm, as well as canning supplies and equipment.

“All levels of experience with food preservation are welcome. There will be hand-outs, books and ideas to share. Everyone is welcome!

“The first 13 paid registrants will have their space held. Suggested donation for the class is $20.00 to cover costs of canning supplies, ingredients and LP  gas for the outdoor cookers. Please bring your own lunch, water bottle and sunscreen.”

Questions? Contact Mary Jo at:
651-208-8301 or mjcristofaro@gmail.com

To attend please send a check and registration form:
Cristofaro-Hark
4133 Millersburg Blvd
Lonsdale Mn 55046

Take the Eat Local Challenge from Saturday, August 20 through Saturday, September 17! Sign up on the poster at the front of the store.

Click here for details.

So you say you’d like to be more involved in Just Food Co-op? We’ve got some great opportunities available right now!

Owners are encouraged to consider running for a seat on the Board of Directors. You can find out more about the Board and download an application here. The deadline to apply is August 22, so don’t delay!

Looking for a rewarding job? Just Food is hiring! If you think you’d make a great addition to our team, click here to see the many positions we are currently hiring for.

Interested in learning about root cellars? How about building your own root cellar? Join the SEEDS (Social Entrepreneurship, Environmental Design and Stewardship) Team in building a root cellar on their farm site! Learn about the benefits of root cellars, such as saving energy and extending the shelf life of local produce, while participating in the step-by-step building process. Work alongside local farmers and community members. The cellar will help to supply Northfield and the Food Shelf with local produce throughout the winter and has the potential to change the way our foodshed operates.

For more information and to register, call 507-581-9453. Lunch and snacks provided by SEEDS Farm. This class is not a Co-op event, but is sponsored solely by the SEEDS Farm.

Directions: Take Hwy 246 (Division St.) south. Just past the intersection of County Rd 1, take a right on Falk Trail (County 22).  Turn left on 115th St. and the Training Farm is on the right. The address is 6903 115th St. E.

Cost: $10.

Thursday, July 28 is OWNER APPRECIATION DAY!

Owners will receive 5% off in-store purchases all day! (Some restrictions apply. Special orders will not receive discount.) Not an owner yet? Join today and receive the benefits of ownership immediately. Talk to your cashier or the customer service desk for details.