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The Farmers Market season is rapidly approaching, and new food products are always welcome. The Marquette Downtown Development Authority is encouraging those thinking about applying for a table to attend this FREE informational meeting. MSU Extension’s Beth Waitrovich will cover the basics of Cottage Food Law, from acceptable products to labeling, and everything in between.
Meeting is free, and will be held at 6pm on Tuesday, February 21, in the Marquette Commons (112 S. Thirds St). Contact Sarah at 906-225-0671 ext.23 for more information.
Sign up now for a day of workshops for anyone interested in farming! Useful for both the backyard gardener and the seasoned professional. Knowledgeable speakers, educational displays, and great opportunities for networking.
Our Co-op will be presenting the findings of the U.P. Agriculture Assessment during one of these sessions.
Conference is held at Bay College in Escanaba. Registration is $35 at the door – call Mary Ellen at 906-387-2530 for more info. Registration forms are available at our customer service desk, or click here.
Using essential oils for physiological and psychological benefits is an ancient art. Join Co-op owner Cindy Engle of Feet First Reflexology to discover the fragrances and uses of essential oils for yourself at this aromatic event.
Class is held at 6pm in the Co-op’s Conference Room, and is free to owners, $3 suggested donation for others. Contact Sarah at 906-225-0671 ext.23 to register!
This Saturday, Jan. 28, stop by the Co-op from 11am-5pm for the Indira Shea Sampling Event!
Swing by the Co-op’s wellness section, try some free samples, and enter the Gift Basket Drawing (Buy any Indira Shea product to enter – winner will be announced at 9am on Valentine’s Day)!
Indira & Shea Products: are hand-crafted in Michigan, with locally harvested herbs, unrefined oils, and fair-trade ingredients; feature high impact nutrients with proven anti-aging benefits; are priced lower than national brands of similar or lower quality.
The number of microbreweries and home brewers has increased as people seek out flavorful, dynamic, and unique beer. Learn more about this craft from an experienced local home brewer! This class is intended for those new to brewing beer.
Class is free Wednesday, January 11, 6pm at the Marquette Arts & Culture Center (below the Peter White Library). It’s free to owners, $3 donation for others. There are still a few spots left in this class – contact Sarah at 906-225-0671 ext.23 to register now!
Check out the upcoming classes in our updated classes and workshops brochure. It is available here or in the store.
Last year, United Way agencies helped 9,189 people right here in Marquette County. It might have been an addiction recovery, a night spent in emergency shelter, help paying a heating bill, or a meal served to a home-bound senior. United Way is the largest non-government funder of human services in the U.S.
How can you help? It’s easy. On Saturday, December 17, our Co-op will be donating 1% of store sales to our local United Way. In addition, shoppers will have the opportunity to make a donation in exchange for coffee and live music. 100% of the coffee and music donations will be added to the amount taken from store sales.
10am – Noon Dead River Coffee offering delicious, local brew.
Noon – 2pm Seth Krause & Friends playing live music.
Join us in the spirit of giving. Eat local, give local, help local!
Throughout these holiday months we’re featuring the perfect gift for growing Michiganders: a children’s book set in our very own U.P. Haylee’s Treasure is a story based on a historical artifact, and is truly a collaborative project. Locals have given their time, talent, and soul to share Michigan’s history, nature, and art in its pages.
Local artist Stephanie Bajema illustrated the book, and will be at our store 9-11am this Saturday for a book signing. And featured reads are 20% off cover price during month(s) they’re featured – stop by this Saturday to pick up a signed and discount copy of Haylee’s Treasure!
It’s time for the Marquette Food Co-op’s Annual Harvest Coloring Contest! Show Co-op shoppers your creativity by drawing and coloring whatever you feel belongs in a cornucopia’s harvest bounty. It can be more than food- get creative with it! All ages welcome to compete in this free contest, winners receive prizes from the Co-op. Deadline for entries is Monday, November 21. All entries will be displayed in the Co-op. Pick up your form at the customer service desk. For more information contact Sarah at 906-225-0671, ext. 23.
Green Gene the Singing Farmer will be playing music in the courtyard this Friday, August 26 from 4p-6p.
