Read this month’s cover story, and you’ll discover why “It’s Good to Belong” to Linden Hills Co-op and learn more about our first ever month-long, members-only pallet sale! Also, find out when our annual Member Appreciation Day will be—and how you could win a $100 co-op gift card.

Also in this issue, board member and community leader Rhea Sullivan takes the “Member Spotlight” and we announce our annual LoveFest celebration. Don’t forget to check out our February and March classes, too!

Prepare to smile when you read Ginger Pearson’s cover story “Best I Ever Tasted” about neighborhood kids’ enthusiasm for the Midwest Food Connection. Plus, you’ll learn more about the many ways the co-op gives back to our community,including the Green Patch program, recent donation to the Tornado Recovery Fund and our upcoming Diabetes Prevention Program.

Also in this issue, you’ll find an excerpt of our Annual Report, including reports from the Board President and Board Tresurer.

Read all about our plans for the Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 26th. And, don’t forget to RSVP to allie(at)lindenhills.coop or 612-279-2450. Please note, the print version of this issue contained a special election ballot insert. Click to learn more and download the ballot. Cast your vote by mail or in person by Tuesday, October 25th. (You’ll have one final chance to vote at the annual meeting the following day).

Also in this issue, our board of directors announces the “Listening Project,” a new year long program. And, we say good-bye to two long-term, dedicated board members: Brian Shields and President Kimberly Proffitt.

Check out our holiday pre-order offerings, classes and events, too!

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Our annual Eat Local, America issue is chock full of mouthwatering recipes featuring our favorite local fare. Check out our calendar of events to learn how you can Eat Seasonally , discover Fresh Ideas for Your CSA and/or meet local cookbook author (and Salad Girl!) Pam Powell on August 14th from 3 – 6 p.m.

Our member spotlight features co-op member and local vendor, Christine Wheeler. Also in this issue, learn how you can invest in Featherstone Farm’s solar project or support the Food for Change film project.

And, if you haven’t already gotten to know your co-op’s board of directors, check out this month’s board report. It’ll help you “put a name to a face” and learn more about your board members’ skills and interests.

SAVE THE DATE: Our Annual Meeting will be on Wednesday, October 26th, featuring filmmaker Steve Alves as our keynote speaker. Please RSVP to allie(at)lindenhills.coop.

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Experience the story behind your meal! This issue’s cover story introduces the Twin Cities food co-ops’ first ever Eat Local Farm Tour on Saturday, July 30th. Save the date and stay tuned to the website for more information. Also in this issue, we call for Board Candidate Applications (due July 15th) and Green Patch Nominations (due August 15th). If you’re a Linden Hills resident, learn how you could get assistance with creating a backyard raingarden. Finally, our member spotlight features naturalist and author, Karen Shragg.

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In this issue, “Growing Concern: A Primer on GMOs” discusses the USDA’s recent decision to deregulate GM alfalfa and offers some great resources for consumer action on the issue. Our board of directors reflects on Earth Day and our Member Spotlight focuses on Paul Thompson, a local climate champion. In other news, we celebrate our adoption of an Anderson Maple Tree and announce our annual used book drive, a benefit for Linden Hills Library.

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In this issue, Certified Health Coach (and Linden Hills Co-op member!) Claudine Arndt talks winter wellness. And, our member spotlight focuses on homeopathy—as practiced by another longtime co-op member, Jackie Krammer. Don’t miss our first ever “Smooch!Shoot” on February 12th & 13th. And, don’t forget to enter our “Be Our Valentine” prize giveaway. Plus, learn how and where you can donate your gently worn shoes, contribute to Minnesota Foodshare and sign up for your CSA.

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This issue marks our very first Rollin’ Oats Journal publication now that we’ve settled into our new location at 3815 Sunnyside Ave.

• Our cover story enumerates our new building’s many green features—and laudes “solar tubes” as a nifty, efficient upgrade to the skylight.

• The co-op’s annual report is also reprinted in this issue, with reports from the board president and treasurer.

• Also in this issue, find out if you qualify for this year’s patronage rebate and when you can expect your check.

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• Learn more about two important co-op events: our Grand Opening Celebration and the Annual Meeting.

• Bid a fond farewell to Tree Li, loyal Linden Hills member and employee for most of the the co-op’s history.

• Plus, check out our holiday offerings and learn how to preorder your local bird.

• Our board of directors also discusses the fate of our solar panels.

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This issue is the annual Eat Local, America! edition of the Rollin’ Oats Journal.

•Discover how two local women, Lori Karis of Sweet Cheeks and Alison Levitt of Dr. in the Kitchen, began their food businesses.
•Find out about important changes to our sales flyers and member coupons, as well as an update on the solar panels from the Board of Directors.

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