November 2009 - Cambridge Food Co-op

In This Month's Newsletter
Letter from the Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2
Member Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3
Moving News & Special
Announcements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4
TCT Credit Union Offer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4
Recipe of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5
Notices and Announcements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7
Wholesome afforadable foods in a spirit of respect for each other and our world
www.cambridgefoodcoop.com
Editors Corner
Dear Members,
This is an exciting time for the Co-op. By the time you read this newsletter, we will have moved into our new
space at 1 West Main Street. The move has been an all consuming factor in many of our members' lives.
We, who did not work on the building, owe a big THANK YOU to all the volunteers for working on the space
renovation, design, and move. It has not been an easy task to accomplish.
In this addition of the Cambridge Food Co-op Newsletter you will find information about our new bulk
system, how and when to put in your Fedco order, member profiles, and the recipe of the month.
Last newsletter we instituted a feature called Members' Classifieds. If you have something you want included
in the newsletter, you can now email me directly at [email protected]. This will free
Nancy and Barb from having to forward email and allow me to get your information into the newsletter in a
timely fashion. Ads can be for items for sale, items you want buy, free stuff, or other announcments you want
to make.
We will not have a December Newsletter, but look for our January addition to have some great information.
We look forward to our new space. Remember that the Food Co-op is open to the public so bring your
friends when they visit you and tell your co-workers.
Have a good holiday season,
FEDCO INFORMATION
There's still time to place your order. Chung-Ah says the due dates
are:
Trees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Moose Tubers . . . . . . . . .
Organic Growers Gupply
Fall Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . .
November 25th
January 15th and February 28th
January 15th and February 10th
February 28th
July 15th
Member Profile
Cambridge residents since 1962, Clem and Mary Dee Crowe's roots in the coop go to the our founding days, when a group
of families placed bulk orders and accepted deliveries from a vendor on Janet Pasco's enclosed porch. As outside interest
grew and members of the community began to call in requesting their own additions to the bulk order, retail space and a
starter loan allowed the co-op five to formalize and take up residence in Hubbard Hall. When moving day, Sunday
November 9th came around, Mary Dee and Clem Crowe were there again to welcome the newest stage in the growth of the
now Cambridge Food Co-op. Mary Dee and Clem are founding members of the co-op. Tell us a little about yourself. Where do you live (country or village) and how long have you lived there?
Clem: We have lived in Cambridge (village) since '62 and I taught High School here and Mary Dee drove school bus. We
are famous because we often visit the co-op quite a few times a days (especially when making soup).
Mary Dee became interested in eating healthy after reading Let's Eat Right by Adelle Davis. People care more about quality
of gas they put in cars that food in stomachs, Davis's book remarked, an idea that has stuck with Mary Dee. She eats her oat
groats daily.
What are your favorite co-op items?
Mary Dee: oat groats (an original bulk item from the founding days), callebaut chocolate chips, our wonderful selection of
cheeses, milk from dairy in glass bottles are a step back into the past and leap into feature
Clem: I purchase spices by the teaspoonful when I make soup. Our spices are a real plus as they are always fresh and very
cheap. When one buys them at a supermarket you always get too much and they go stale. It is fortunate that we live in
walking distance of the co-op!
Do you have a co-op inspired recipe to share?
Mary Dee is a contributor to the co-op recipe book. Her apple raspberry crisp is tried, tested, and truly reliable. She
continues to offer her recipes co-op publications and we are watching for a recipe for rolled oat muffins w/raisins or dried
cranberries.
What was your most memorable shift experience?
Mary Dee: Opening up and seeing the co-op grow over time has been the best experience. The co-op's recent move was
also a fantastic experience. When the co-op began, the shifts were slow -- it was a thrill when people came into shop!
What advice would you give to a new co-op member?
Mary Dee: Jump into it -- don't be intimidated by all the stuff and everything you have to learn. Relax and enjoy it. It's a
great way to meet people especially if you are new to the area. Come in, do a shift, get to know people. The co-op is a great
environment. Everyone has something to offer.
Clem: The co-op helps one meet the nicest people and it is a good place to learn about new, healthy food ideas.
The evolution of the Cambridge Food Co-op space has moved beyond baby scales, enclosed porches, and into the world of
self-service spice dispensers. Thankfully, however, the co-op has not outgrown Mary Dee and Clem Crowe. And I hope
Clem makes good use of those self serve dispensers during soup season.
The outreach committee features profiles of members in the bi-monthly edition of the newsletter. Have a suggestion for a
member you'd love to know more about? Get to know the faces behind the counter. Email Jayme Wood at
[email protected] with comments and most importantly, suggestions of the member you'd like to know more about.
Wow! There is a buzzing excitement around here lately. I can't believe we are there, moved
that is!
Everyone has been getting involved, cleaning, painting, and running around buying those
last minute items to make our move a success. One of the new things you'll find at 1 West
Main street is that customers will scoop their own bulk teas and spices. A few members
have been concerned about cross-contamination if we allow the general public to do their own scooping. You may
have noticed that other coops and natural food stores all do it this way. However, the design of the new spice rack
will also address these concerns. You'll see it all our new location!
The other area that will be changing is the bulk nut butters. Moving into a new location means we need a new
certificate from the health department. We would need to build an elaborate germ-proof area for doing bulk nut
butters. That being said, I found out that we can get fantastic deals from the Once Again nut butter people by buying
case lots from them, pre-packed in glass jars and at a great low price!! Keep an eye out for a used peanut butter mill
so that someday we can grind our own, /fresh/. Now that would be great!
See you soon, on the other side (of the street),
Nancy
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Special Offer for Food Co-op Members: TCT Federal Credit Union
As a member of the Co-op, you are eligible to join TCT Federal Credit Union
located at 17 Gilbert St, Cambridge. TCT offers a full range of financial
products and services along with friendly personalized service. TCT like the
Cambridge Food Coop is member owned.
Consider joining today and discover the financial alternative of a member
owned cooperative.
Looking forward to meeting you in November.
Irv Hilts, Community Relations
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The Centerpiece and Collectibles Benefits Cambridge Volunteer Fire Dept.
Sunday, December 6 at 6pm.
Preview of Items and Centerpieces
December 4-5-6 at the Rice Mansion Inn.
Your Co-op is donating a wreath to be auctioned off. The wreath has
been donated by a Co-op supporter and will be decorated by a member
of the Co-op Board.
Please support this worthy event by visiting and bidding!!
All wreaths, table top centerpieces and miniature trees will be on view
Recipe of the Month
Crock Pot Onion Soup
INGREDIENTS:
1 Qt. beef stock
3 cups thinly sliced yellow onions
1/4-cup butter
1.5 tsp. salt
1/4-cup sugar
2 Tbls. flour
1/4 cup dry vermouth or cognac
1 cup granted Parmesan cheese (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
Pour stock into crock-pot
Cover and set on HIGH
In large skillet cook unions slowly in butter; cover and cook for 15 min.
Uncover and add salt, sugar, flour, and stir thoroughly
Add to crock-pot, cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours (on HIGH of 3 hours)
Food, Inc. -- at Greenwich Free Library
Thursday, December 10 at 7 PM
This groundbreaking film is an eye-opening exposé and essential viewing for any
health-conscious citizen. A panel and audience discussion follows the film. The
evening program is free and open to all.
Variety calls Food, Inc. "a civilized horror movie." Filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the
veil on our industrialized food system to reveal surprising—and often shocking truths
about how the "cheap food" that fills our supermarkets is produced, and at what cost
Co-op Delivery Schedule
Monday
Rock Hill Bread and Battenkill Creamery Milk
Tuesday
Murray Hollow Bread and Fish email sent to members
Thursday
Murray Hollow Bread, Cornell Farms Eggs,
Battenkill Creamery Milk, and UNFI (Bulk) Grocery
Saturday
Murray Hollow Bread
PLEASE NOTE
FRIDAY FISH DELIVERY IS SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Shift Cancellation Policy!
Unfortunately, we still have had many (too many) last minute shift cancellations and even
a few “no shows”, prompting the Board to initiate two new policies.
1) If you fail to show up when scheduled for a shift and you did not call in advance, a “no
show”, unless it is a verifiable emergency, you will be required to make up the shift you
missed, plus an extra shift.
2) If you cancel your shift/work time less than 72 hours prior to the shift, again unless it is
a verifiable emergency, you will no longer receive the 20% member discount until that
canceled shift has been made up.
With the ever-increasing business at the Co-op, it is very important that everyone stays on
top of their busy schedules and works the shifts you’ve committed to so that we can
provide our growing customer base with the quality, timely service they expect and that
we cooperatively provide!
Members Classifieds and Notices
FOR SALE: SEA KAYAK - Ever dream about paddling down the Hudson River to
New York City? Want to go throug the locks in the Fulton Chain of Lakes? Here is
the boat of your dreams.
Valley Canoe sea kayak in mint condition. Heavey duty Fiberglass lay-up, deck
compas, retractable skeg, spray skirt, and more. This is a serious boat for a serious
kayakers. It can handle open ocean, big lakes, and big rivers.
To see the boat or for more info contact Debra at 677-8471.
ELECTRIC LIFT CHAIRS FOR SALE: Are you or someoneyou know having trouble
getting out of their chair. I have two medical lift chairs for sale. One is virtually
brand new and comes with a back-up generator, in case of power failure. The
second is used, but in good condition. Make me an offer.....I'm open and really
want to sell these chairs. Contact: Debra at 677-8471
Co-Op Board of Advisors:
Officers:
Marrianne Pender, chair
Clem Crowe, vice-chair
Bill Figlozzi, treasurer
Board Members:
Jack Guzi
Kathleen Breault
Kathy Idleman
Ed Dauenheimer
Louisa Mathew
Bethany McCauley
Jim Dilley
Staff:
Nancy Bariluk Smith, manager
Barb Dooley, assistant manager
Jane Wright, Saturday shift supervisor
Winona Hathaway, bookkeeper
Co-Op Business Hours
Mon - Wed , Fri & Sat: 10am - 6pm
Thursdays 10am - 8pm
Sundays 11am - 2pm
Cambridge Food Co-op
1 West Main Street
Cambrige, NY 12816
(518) 677-5731
www.cambridgefoodcoop.com