September 2023 Newsletter | |
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In this month's newsletter:
- A Word from the General Manager
- A Word from the Board of Directors
- Labor Day Hours
- 2023 Owner Elections
- Meeting of Owners
- September Owner Appreciation Days
- Summer Harvest Virtual Class & Meal Kit
- Kitchen Herb Skills Class: Salts, Rubs & Butters
- Brandy & The Sidecar In-person Cocktail Class
- Back to School Field Day BOGO Sale
- Link Match at the Co-op
- Round Up For Good
- Recipes Features
- New Products
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Hello Cooperators!
September is going to be an extremely busy month for us, and for you, here at the co-op! We have an amazing amount of sales and activities going on just for all of you!
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Common Ground Wins "Best Vegan Cake" in Vegan Chef Challenge | This month the Board of Directors is proud to congratulate the Common Ground team for winning ‘Best Vegan Cake” in the Champaign Vegan Chef Challenge! | |
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It's almost time to vote in the 2023 Owner Elections!
Every year, Common Ground owners can vote for new Board of Directors and 10 organizations to be featured in our Round Up For Good Program.
Voting begins on Thursday, September 7th and concludes on Thursday, September 14th. Owners will receive a separate email with an eballot to vote. If you do not receive an eballot on September 7th, please contact board@commonground.coop
Click below to learn more about our 2 Board of Directors Candidates and 67 Round Up For Good Nominees and their project proposals!
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September Owner Appreciation Days | |
Upcoming Classes & Events | |
Summer Harvest Virtual Class & Meal Kit | |
Kitchen Herb Skills: Salts, Rubs & Butters Virtual Class | |
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Saturday, September 16th 2 - 3 pm
Elevate your culinary endeavors with a few simple recipes that bring out the natural flavors of any dish using the herbs from your own garden. This class will teach how to infuse the flavors of fresh and dried herbs into your culinary endeavors. Create high-end herbal-infused salts, compound butters that will make your meals sing, and secret ingredient rubs that pack a punch of flavor. Amy will even share her award-winning BBQ rub or secret herb infused mustard recipe!
Class registration is free with an option to purchase a class kit to use during the live virtual class. This class will feature Thai basil, sweet basil, parsley, oregano, lemon thyme, garlic, and more. There is an option to select a $30 kit that includes unsalted butter, Pacific Blue Flake Sea Salt, six fresh herbs, spices for Rib Rubs to use to make each recipe during the class.
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Brandy & The Sidecar
In-person Cocktail Class
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Friday, September 29th 6:30 - 8 pm
Join us for our next cocktail class with Katie Carrillo and learn all about Brandy and The Sidecar! The Sidecar is a classic cocktail made with brandy, orange liquor, and lemon juice that was invented around World War I and was named after the motorcycle attachment that was very popular at the time.
This class will include a fruit plate, a tasting of 3 brandys, lessons on the history and making of brandy and The Sidecar, and a demonstration on making the classic cocktail. Students will then make their own Sidecar using a unique combination of ingredients from the Co-op including a variety of fresh fruits and liquors. $40/person.
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Back to School Field Day BOGO Sale | |
We are hosting a huge Back to School BOGO Sale from August 30 - September 12! Enjoy Buy One, Get One Free deals on select Field Day products including mac & cheese, peanut butter, jelly, cereal, granola, apple sauce, crackers, fruit cups, sparkling water, and more! | |
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Last month we raised $4,356.67 for Salt and Light!
Mission: To share the love of God by fighting poverty with opportunities that empower people for lasting change.
Project Proposal: "The Round Up For Good Grant will be used to fund the store credit our participants earn and use to purchase food, clothing, and other basic resources. As of the date of this application, approximately 70% of all credit spend is on food."
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September's Round Up For Good organization is Immigrant Services of CU.
Mission: To help immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers to become autonomous, secure and productive members of our community. We do this through a holistic approach supporting our client families with medical, educational, legal, housing, job-related and transportation issues as well as with free furniture and household items that are home-delivered from their warehouse.
Project Proposal: "ISCU will use Round Up For Good funds to provide emergency food, utilities, and rent for clients to help meet basic needs. Federal and state programs to fill these needs have dried up, but many poor immigrant families continue to be food-insecure and at risk of eviction. We are the only organization in our county that helps immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers through comprehensive assistance. Other organizations call on ISCU to help their own clients who need help beyond their own focused programs."
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Local Pepper Veggie Fajitas | |
This is the best time of year at the Co-op when it comes to local produce. We have over 60 different fruits and vegetables right now all from local farms! When walking through the produce department, it was impossible to not notice the bright, beautiful array of local peppers. The first thing that came to mind was veggie fajitas! We used 3 different kinds of bell peppers, added onions and black beans, and topped it with mashed avocado and a new Botana sauce from Siete. This recipe is super quick and easy and is a perfect summer dinner. | |
Co+op Basics: Corn Chowder with Bacon | |
It's time for some summer soup to get you looking forward to the cooler weather! We've put together this delicious and creamy corn chowder recipe with bacon and potatoes. This is our latest recipe using Co+op Basics products, and comes out to only $2.87 per serving! Serve with croutons or a nice crusty bread for dipping. | | |
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Da Rosario Truffle Butter | |
You can now have the fresh taste of real White Truffles and Black Winter Truffles from Italy without the dairy! Made exclusively with plant-based Miyokos cultured butter, this is a perfect addition to a mushroom risotto.
$8.99
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This is a mildly-spiced, tangy, and versatile sauce made with garlic, pequin peppers, & guajillo peppers. Serve drizzled atop dishes like enchiladas & tostadas, or mixed into pots of chili! Available in traditional and chamoy.
$6.99
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Spindrift is a sparkling water made with real squeezed fruit, resulting in a refreshing beverage that is light, bright, and slightly pulpy.
$6.99
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Cello takes mild, creamy fontal cheese and adds unique ingredients to make it their own. The Creamy Dill takes a fresh, vibrant blend of dill and fragrant summer herbs and hand-rubs them onto the fontal wheel, while the Mayan Cheese is an earthy and exotic blend of sweet, spicy Mayan spices combined with real cocoa and coffee in a rub that adds rich flavors.
$6.25
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Trillum is a triple cream, bloomy-rind cheese inspired by classic Fench Camembert and Brie. It has a soft, butter texture with rich smooth flavors and gentle lactic tones.
$15.39
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This Stir Fried Shrimp is inspired by legendary Chongqing Chinese cuisine, known for its mouth-watering spicy touch. Using certified sustainable shrimp and a blend of multi-grain macaroni, quinoa, edamame, kale, and other whole grains, this pre-packaged meal is a must have.
$10.49
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Powered by plants and probiotics to keep your skin healthy, happy, & smelling like sunshine. Made with antioxidants & vitamin-rich ingredients to keep your pits feeling smooth & soft.
$13.99
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Mill Creek makes botanical hair products, sourcing only the most naturally effective and organic ingredients for their shampoos and conditioners.
$12.49
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Created by one of America's most innovative craft beer pioneers, Oskar Blues Brewery, WIld Basin was the world's first craft seltzer.
- Watermelon
- Grapefruit
- Strawberry
$19.99 12-pack
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Stefanini Il Selese Soave | |
This Italian white wine is delicate and flowery, with notes of elderberry and hawthorn, together with juicy sensations of ripe peach, apricot and tropical fruits. It is best served with lighter first courses, white meat and vegetable recipes, and fish and shellfish dishes.
$13.99
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