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August 2010 Vol. 39 No. 7 The Shuttle A Community Owned Grocer Serving the Northwest Community Since 1973 Equity Program Farm To City Makes A Move Adds to Success by Gabrielle Mahler Alas, the Thursday weekly farmers mar- ket on Carpenter and Greene streets is no in Chestnut Hill more, but have no fear—it has not disap- by Jonathan McGoran, Shuttle Editor peared. It has just moved to a better loca- tion on Germantown Avenue. Our Chestnut Hill store has been a big Valley Green Bank and the Lutheran success so far: brisk sales, rave reviews, Theological Seminary, among other local and a whopping 800 new members since organizations, have teamed up with Farm May 1. Another big success has been our to City to establish this new, and we hope, We Love You More Equity Campaign. As more prosperous location on the 7200 of July 18, 50 members have participated, block of Germantown Avenue. It will still each investing $400 in equity this year, run weekly, but on Tuesdays, from 3-7 and each receiving a $100 discount card p.m. Located across from the Wawa in a that they can redeem at the cash register to plaza on the Seminary grounds, there is pay for groceries. That’s over $20,000 in ample room to wander around and park. equity that Weavers Way can use to reduce There are also more vendors at this loca- debt and the costs of our expansion. tion. photo by Gabrielle Mahler If you haven’t participated in this pro- Besides the two vendors already Weavers Way Farm Manager David Zelov and Farm Educator Adam Forbes (background) at gram and would like more information, participating at its original location, Weavers Way’s farmstand at the new Mt. Airy Farmers Market, as hungry shoppers approach to visit www.weaversway.coop or e-mail stock up on neighborhood-grown produce. [email protected]. (continued on page 7) Bumper Crop of Interns Education Committee Revamping Film Series by Larry Schofer Does your community group want to es showed up. When we showed “Thirst,” sponsor a film or event that would appeal in partnership with the Women’s Interna- to Weavers Way members? Do you need tional League for Peace and Freedom, a help organizing the event? core of members and friends gave us a ba- Are you a filmmaker? Do you know sic audience for the showing. a local filmmaker? Should Weavers Way A film on the “Camden 28” drew a sponsor a showing? big crowd because some local people ap- After three successful years, the peared in the film, but on the other hand, Weavers Way film series has come to a we showed some outstanding films on crossroads. The education committee has civil liberties with a local civil rights at- sponsored some very successful produc- torney as commentator, but hardly anyone tions, drawing as many as 125 people, as appeared. at last summer’s films on the lawn at the All of these programs stem from the Allen’s Lane Art Center. We also have ex- general idea that our cooperative is more perienced wide fluctuations in attendance. than a food store. Lots of activities add value, and the education committee has photo by Ebony Debrest It is hard to invite speakers to com- ment on a film when we cannot predict worked to bring some of these. We have Among the interns helping out at Weavers Way this summer are four from Martin Luther attendance. It may be that we need more helped to coordinate the very successful King High School’s Work Ready Program. Pictured outside Weavers Way Ogontz are (l to r) workshop series, and we have done these Eric Fortune, Kylil Randolph, Stacie White, and Lexus Medley. advice on which films to present. Some of our most successful programs have oc- films for three years. We sponsored a great curred when there was a special connec- concert last winter, and we are looking tion between the audience and the film forward to more music activities. Weavers Way Cooperative Association Presorted Standard being shown. When we showed “New 559 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119 U.S. Cops,” by a local filmmaker, acquaintanc- (continued on page 5) www.weaversway.coop POSTAGE PAID CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED Philadelphia, PA INs ide... Permit No. 2658 Co-op News Community News Chestnut Hill Product News ...... 2 Tips on Stormwater Runoff...... 21 Mt. Airy Product News ...... 3 5K Race At RittenhouseTown ...... 22 Markeplace News ...... 4 Chestnut Hill Meals On Wheels...... 22 Managers Corner ...... 8 Philly Folk Fest ...... 23 What the Board is Thinking ...... 9 MAUSA Exec Director Jiminez Moving On....24 Mt. Airy Village Fair...... 9 Wissahickon Photo Contest...... 25 2 The Shuttle August 2010 Editor’s Butcher Now on Staff at WW Chestnut Hill Note by Ken Weiss Weavers Way is proud to introduce Mike Humane.” What does by Jonathan McGoran Sullivan, who recently joined the staff at this mean for Weavers Weavers Way as our first on-site butcher, Way? It’s a real game- The United Nations has declared that Chestnut Hill. Meat and seafood manager changer. With the abil- 2012 will be the Year of the Co-op, and Marykate Brown is thrilled to have Mike ity to butcher cuts of while we are all very excited about it, I am aboard. He has added vibrancy, creativity, meat, we can custom- frankly a little nervous. knowledge and experience. ize selections for our In many ways it is the perfect time Marykate has been with Weavers Way patrons. We also have a for such recognition: Co-ops are uniquely since the Chestnut Hill store opened. Her meat grinder. Marykate suited to tackle the big problems facing the seafood strategy so far has been to follow showed me some ex- world – things like climate change, food the lead of the Mt. Airy store and, most amples of beef patties, security, wealth inequity – problems with important, to speak with customers. For including some with externalized costs that for-profit corpora- example, she’d like to know about how to an herbal rub. Eager tions must ignore in order to maximize please customers who keep kosher homes. to have me hear from profits for their shareholders. No doubt, What do Hillers tend to choose among Mike, she pushed us the world would benefit from a little more seafoods? She led me to the fish case, say- outside for a tête-à-tête in the way of cooperation. But while the ing that salmon is flying off the shelves at the backyard picnic timing might be perfect in some ways, in and that people love the scallops and the table. other ways, it might be a little too perfect. Cajun catfish fillets. The whole Pocono Mike started butch- Forgive me if I seem a little negative trout looked fantastic. ering at 15, learning about this, but think about it: the entire photo by Ken Weiss But what has Marykate most excited from his father and un- world is dedicating a whole year to appre- is Mike. Previously, Weavers Way would cles. He is much more Weavers Way Chestnut Hill butcher, Mike Sullivan ciating co-ops. That is exactly the type of get packaged meat products from sourc- skilled and knowledge- thing one would expect to happen when es such as Natural Acres and Esposito. able than his boyish ap- hell froze over. The way the climate has Now, with a butcher, we have a wonder- pearance may indicate. been behaving the past few years, I think pork “pinwheels” (rolled with spinach and ful new provider, Meyer Natural Angus, This young man aims to please. He was we have to consider that a distinct possi- cheese) and stuffed pork chops. His meat which raises beef cattle on a 40,000-acre very happy about the Meyer products as bility; as hot as it has been up here, who rubs are no secret—they’re from Penzeys ranch in the Blackfoot River Valley of well as the ability of Weavers Way to take knows how cold it could be getting down just up the street. Western Montana, and also sources from direction from customers. Mike had too there? (“Hell – You’ll go for your sins, but a network of over 400 family ranches. many ideas for us to cover in one shot. Mike wants to know what you want you’ll stay for the skiing!”). Meyers never uses hormones or antibiot- I recommend that you stop by the meat and how you want it, whether it is strip And to those climate change skeptics ics all-vegetarian feed, choice or prime counter often and see what Mike has cre- steaks, lamb, and other cuts, or oven- who were so buoyed by this past winter’s grading, and sustainability. According ated. In addition to the traditional beef ready dishes that are breaded, rubbed or record snowfall, I have to ask: Is it hot to their product literature, Meyer is the cuts, Mike recommended beef and chick- marinated. He loves his work and you will enough for you? only major beef company to be “Certified en kebobs and specialty items such as too. There is also the date. We finally get an international Year of the Co-op and they give us 2012? Really? The more I think about it, the more I think maybe Spotlight on Plenty of New Local Product the Mayans were right about 2012, or at least that the cheesy movie producers who misinterpreted the Mayan calendars Prep Food in CH at Chestnut Hill were right. That would be just typical: the world ends in a fiery cataclysm and who by Ken Weiss by Ken Weiss gets the blame? Co-ops. I’ve always been astound- Weavers Way now has three stores, and Maybe I am being overly pessimistic, ed by the things you can find each has distinctive benefits. While our but it has often been said that the road to in the nooks and crannies of Ogontz store offers a full selection of gro- hell is paved with good intentions. Well, Weavers Way. But with ex- ceries, it also offers a superfast checkout to that I say, “Hello, ‘Year of the Co-op.’” panded real estate in Chest- for quick trips. Our Mt. Airy store has a nut Hill comes a delightful second floor department with housewares, spectacle of choices. Every- clothing, greeting cards, supplements, and thing is out in the open and more, and an extensive pet supply store ready for you. I’m tempted across the street. Our newest store, in to say don’t go in there hun- The Shuttle is published by Chestnut Hill, has an extensive bulk sec- gry, but that would spoil Weavers Way Co-op tion, a butcher, and an extensive prepared Deadlines for each issue are your fun. I had a chance to food section, with grab ‘n’ go, and a hot the first of the preceding month, go behind the scenes to see and cold salad bar. Many of you know e.g. December 1 for the January issue. how grocery decisions are Bonnie Shuman, who has been in charge made. Brittany Baird, our For information about advertising, of prepared foods in Mt. Airy, but was contact [email protected], bubbly and knowledgeable relegated to the basement. Now, in plain or call 215-843-2350, ext. 135 grocery manager, showed view, her mysteries are revealed in Chest- me around. She came on- Statement of Policy nut Hill, Bonnie manages a vast domain, Articles should be under 500 words and can board in advance of the including all prepared selections, the hot be submitted neatly typed, on disk, or by e-mail store opening. Brittany was to [email protected]. and cold bar, and the deli and cheese cases. Be sure to include your name, phone number, eager to spotlight a few and membership number. Drop them off by the Bonnie is modest, but anyone who types of food items that are deadline to the Shuttle mailbox on the second has tasted her cooking is an instant fan. new to Weavers Way or ex- floor of the Co-op. The purpose of the Shuttle is look for in a natural product. When you to provide members with information as well as She comes by her talent, in part, coming panded from the Mt. Airy store. education about co-ops, health food practices, from a “food family.” see Fruitwood Orchards honeys on the and other matters of interest to the members as Fruitwood Orchards Honey shelf, note that the darker the color, the consumers and citizens of the community. “It’s kind of in my blood,” she ex- stronger the flavor. Articles express only the views of the writers plains. When asked about her inspiration, from New Jersey and not those of the Co-op or the board of Raw Milk directors, unless identified as such. Articles, let- without hesitation she answered, “My Check out these honey varieties from ters, comments, criticisms, and suggestions are Mom.” welcome and should be directed to the editor. Fruitwood Orchards: wild raspberry, tu- We have had raw (unpasteurized) Space limitations require that the editor has Lingering in front of the hot and cold pelo, cranberry, pine barren, wildflower, milk by special order in the Mt. Airy the right to edit all articles. Ad rates are avail- bar, Bonnie said that the items change able upon request, in the advertising mailbox and orange. These honeys have been local store. But now we have it in the dairy on the second floor, or at www.weaversway. daily, so we should check frequently best sellers but are new to Weavers Way, case in Chestnut Hill in half-gallon jugs. coop. All ads must be submitted electronically, (Most days, specials are also posted on Brittany said. Product selection is aided Did you know that raw milk can be sold or camera-ready with prior arrangement, and should be submitted with payment. Products or Weavers Way’s Facebook page). Recent by advice from the National Cooperative to consumers in Pennsylvania by permit services advertised in this paper should not in standouts include moussaka, enchiladas, Grocers Association (NCGA). So, what’s only? The Dept. of Agriculture has thresh- any way be construed to be endorsed by wood-smoked-chicken salad, and mari- all the buzz about? According to the Fruit- Weavers Way Co-op. olds for bacteria counts and other health nated mozzarella. Often items will be wood Orchards website, it’s honey is pure, measures. Raw-milk advocates point out listed as “vegetarian” or “vegan.” Another raw, and unfiltered. It contains all the vita- that many beneficial components of milk The Shuttle prepared foods specialty is made-to-order mins, minerals, enzymes, and pollens you are destroyed by the high temperatures is printed on 100% sandwiches. involved in pasteurization. These compo- recycled paper (continued on page 6) August 2010 the shuttle 3 Hooked Summer Produce Limestone Springs Rainbow Trout by A.J. D’Angelo-Masko, Mt. Airy Produce Department by Noel Bielaczyc, Mt. Airy Meat, Fish and Poultry Department

As if to compensate for the frigid, snow- the produce department throughout the When people in Philadelphia talk about and processes 500,000 pounds of rainbow filled days of this past winter, we find our- month of August. (For more information local foods, they’re usually referring to trout annually. Moving from raceway to selves in the midst of a scorching summer on IPM, please visit: http://www.epa.gov/ fruits, vegetables, dairy, and meat. It’s raceway, it takes about 20 months from that seems determined to even the score. opp00001/factsheets/ipm.htm) true; we are fortunate to live in a region egg to a market-size 14-inch trout. Good Some of us may find relief from the heat Despite the departure of Bob Maier, with rich and intact foodways that pro- aquaculture practices and high quality by the side of a pool, at the edge of the our much admired former Local Produce vide an amazing array of local agricultural feed yield a healthy, nutritious product ocean, or in the confines of a walk-in pro- Buyer, the fruits (and vegetables) of his products. But many people forget to con- while minimizing waste and pollution. duce refrigera- labor remain. sider that fish and seafood can be just as It’s worth noting that the overwhelming tor, as the case One of his “local” as the heirloom tomato or sweet majority of farm-raised rainbow trout is may be. In any most impor- corn in your shopping basket. from Idaho, Washington, and California. event, the es- tant discover- New Jersey’s coastline provides us From a locavores perspective, having sus- sential ques- ies was the with sea scallops, clams, bluefish, floun- tainably raised fish right in your backyard tion remains: Sunny Har- ders, striped bass, and occasionally sword- is a boon. Not only does shipping require “What should vest consor- fish and tuna. Maryland and Delaware har- minimal fossil fuels, but you get the fresh- we eat?” Well, tium, which vest blue crabs and cultivate oysters in the est, most delicious trout this side of the I’m glad you operates out Chesapeake Bay. Both sources are about Mississippi, days after it’s harvested! Un- asked. With a of Chester 100 miles away, and give us access to ex- less you’re catching it yourself, this is as host of sum- and Lancaster ceptional, fresh seafood. So it may come good as it gets. mer fruits and counties. Sun- as a surprise that the most “local” fish we Don’t be intimidated by the eyes look- v e g e t a b l e s ny Harvest get at Weavers Way travels less than 75 ing at you through the package… This is making their operates both miles from just outside Myerstown, Pa. a great way to confirm the fishes’ fresh- way to our farm markets shelves from and Commu- Limestone Springs trout hatchery ness if nothing else. But fear not, because a variety of local sources, I have some nity Supported Agriculture programs and and fishing preserve is situated in Leba- these fish have been skillfully deboned delicious answers. you may have already seen their beautiful non County, along what was once the from the inside out, making them perfect zucchini, yellow squash, and string beans Union Canal, a historic man-made con- for many cooking applications. Try them First, we are pleased to offer an on sale at Weavers Way. We look forward nection between the Susquehanna and quickly pan fried in olive oil with capers array of stone fruit from Beechwood to stocking more of their produce as the Schuylkill rivers. Supplied with a stag- and lemon, or stuffed with wild rice and Orchards and Three Springs Farm, both summer progresses. gering 12,000-gallons/ minute of artesian baked. For those who prefer cooking out- in nearby Adams County, Pa. By utilizing spring water from a 19th century lime- side in hot weather, the following recipe is Integrated Pest Management (IPM), these As the warm weather continues, stone quarry, Aqua-life Inc. hatches, raises directed to you. Happy cooking! growers deliver fresh peaches, plums, and our very own Weavers Way Farms are nectarines with little or no chemical resi- reaching new heights in productivity and due. You can expect to find these items in (continued on page 4) Planked PA Trout Mt. Airy Grocery News Obtain an untreated cedar plank, shingle at least ¼ inch thick. Submerge and soak for 1-2 by Chris Switky, Mt. Airy Grocery Manager hours in pan of water.If it is not properly soaked, it may Howdy, shoppers. I’d like to begin burn too quickly. this column with some information Soak it well! about the fresh eggs that are car- Remove plank, pat dry, ried at Weavers Way Mt Airy. In and place on grill over a the dairy case, we have two types medium-sized fire—not a of eggs from Westfield Farms: huge fire. large white eggs, and extra large While preheating, take trout, rinse, pat dry, and flatten on cutting board. Season organically produced brown eggs. with kosher salt and pepper inside and out. Both of these eggs are from “cage- In a bowl mix olive oil, maple syrup or honey, and citrus juice. Add herbs and sea- free” operations, but the chickens sonings of your choice. This will serve as a basting liquid or glaze for your fish. at these facilities are kept indoors, When plank is hot, place fish on it skin side down and baste. Cover and ventilate. in conditions that are sufficiently Check occasionally to baste and make sure plank isn’t burning. Spritz or brush the crowded that their beaks must be plank with water to stop flash ups. trimmed, so that they don’t peck Fish should roast, partially covered for approximately ten minutes per inch thick of at one another and cause injury flesh, depending on heat of the fire.T he fish will appear evenly white and opaque or death. This propensity towards when done and should flake easily. Serve directly from plank (careful not to burn pecking is brought on by the stress down the deck… planks can be burning underneath!)This method can be used for many other fish like wild salmon, butterflied fresh sardines, catfish fillets, mackerel, of the crowded living conditions. and even scallops. Planks can also be used for vegetables, tempeh, or mushrooms. Even eggs that are certified or- ganically produced can come from chickens that are kept under these conditions. We do carry two types of pas- August Hidden Treasure tured eggs, at both Mt. Airy and in the Deli Chestnut Hill. At Mt. Airy, they’re displayed in the meat and fish dis- play case, on the upper right shelf. After taking a break during the transition of opening You’ll find two brands of eggs the new store, I am back to writing deli news and there: Natural Meadows (in vari- finding hidden treasures. ous styles of reused cartons), and Meadow Run. This month’s hidden treasure was pointed out to me It wasn’t until recently that I by a Co-op member. We were working together in learned about actual living condi- the basement and she shared one of her cooking tions of the chickens’at Westfield. I am looking for other sources of pas- secrets. She adds a few spoonfuls of Tallarico’s hoagie I had been happily purchasing the organic tured eggs, ideally an operation that can spread to her ground turkey when making meatloaf supply us with sufficient quantities for us or meatballs. She adds her other favorite ingredients; brown eggs, both as the dairy manager for Mt. Airy, and as a shopper for my own to stock the eggs in the dairy case, where onions, etc. …but says the hoagie spread adds just most of the egg-buying traffic occurs. the right touch of flavor and spice. kitchen. After a concerned Co-op member informed me of the situation at Westfield, (The pastured eggs in the meat/fish case At the Co-op we sell the spread on the shelf above I decided to buy pastured eggs for my come from small farms that can only send the hot soups. In the prepared foods department we household. They are more expensive, but us a few cases a week.) I should say that add it to our hoagies for extra zing. If you like a little they come from birds that are not confined “we are looking”, as there are three other heat, give it a try. and trimmed at the beak. And I must say, co-op shoppers who are interested in this the pastured eggs are far better tasting. ~ Margie Felton , Deli Manager I’m sold and wont’s switch back. (continued on page 5) 4 The Shuttle August 2010 Marketplace End of Schoolyear Spotlight on Colette Coyne of Summary and Acknowledgments Anna B. Day Elementary School by Carly Chelder, Marketplace Coordinator and Sarah Brown, Marketplace Intern All Marketplace teams are led by teacher advisers, who help the Marketplace Coordinator, Carly Chelder, organize sales and lessons and encourage students to participate in all aspects of the program. Marketplace would be impossible with- out these wonderful teachers and staff who donate their time, energy, and skills to the program. This month, we’d like to acknowledge Colette Coyne, a science teacher and the primary Market- place teacher advisor at Anna Blakiston Day Elementary photo by Carly Chelder School, for going above and Colette Coyne beyond the normal duties of a teacher adviser. An example of her tremendous energy and dedication to the Market- place program is her willingness to pick-up Marketplace products from the Weavers photo by Rachel Milenbach Way warehouse and deliver them to A.B. Day School. Typically, this is a responsibility Among those celebrating the end of another great year of the Marketplace Program at the taken on by one of our great Weavers Way cooperators. annual Ice Cream Social are (clockwise from left) Marketplace Coordinator Carly Chelder and the Carroll Family: Denise, Molly, Kelly and Gracie. Colette’s energy and excitement is not limited to one project. In addition to her roles as Marketplace adviser and teacher, Colette is very active bringing sustainability In response to a recent article in The also to the folks at the Trolley Car Diner, and recycling to her school. Thanks to Colette, A.B. Day Elementary School has begun Shuttle asking for your spring cleaning who hosted and helped support our year- to participate in the Frito Lay Brigade, a partnership between Frito Lay and TerraCycle. items to become Marketplace donations, end Ice Cream Social. Students at A.B. Day collect Frito Lay bags to send to the Brigade, where the bags are a neighborhood realtor, Susan Gilfil- “upcycled” and made into consumer products such as bags and purses. For each Frito lan, teamed up with Mal Benjamin, and Integration of Farm Lay bag the students send in, the Brigade makes a small donation to the charity of their donated a refrigerator to the Lingelbach Education & Marketplace choice.(Frito Lay sells the very popular Marketplace item—SmartFood Popcorn). Our Elementary School Marketplace program, at Eastern hats are off to Colette Coyne. Enjoy your summer vacation! a table to Eastern University Academy Charter School Marketplace program, Summer is upon us, and just as most as well as other items for Weavers Way Marketplace schools are saying goodbye Community Programs. To them we say, to graduates and closing their doors for the summer, WWCP is beginning a new and thank you! expect to see both eggplants and peppers exciting project with Eastern University Summer Produce in many varieties. Marketplace Donation Academy Charter School, a new school in Summary the area. Students at EUACS, a Big Pic- (continued from page 3) Alas, while the summer weather ture School attend school year-round, so giveth, the summer weather also taketh At the end of every school year, the now Marketplace can go year-round as away. Local lettuce and spinach, which Marketplace teams gather to make a dem- well! This, however, is not the most ex- were abundant in the spring, will not reap- product diversity. Farmer Dave reports ocratic decision about where to donate citing aspect of this new partnership. Sev- pear until later in the year, when slightly that, with the help of dedicated staff and their profits. Two-thirds of their Market- enth- and ninth-grade students at Eastern cooler temperatures prevail. In the mean- volunteers, new items will continue to place profits are donated to charities of the are participating in both WWCP’s Farm time, we encourage you to enjoy our se- emerge and make their way to the farm team’s choice and one-third is retained for Education and Marketplace programs. lection of organic baby salads, which will display. After much anticipation, heirloom WWCP operating expenses. Marketplace Some classes, or advisories as they are remain available throughout the summer. tomatoes are making their triumphant re- teams in 2009-2010 had sales just under called, are visiting the Weavers Way farm turn. Ranging in color from bright yellow That’s all for now. May your August $12,000, earning over $3,200 in total at Awbury Arboretum and learning about to dark purple, these tomatoes will en- be fun, safe, and filled with great food! profit!Well done, teams! urban farming from Adam, our Farm Edu- hance many summer dishes, from salads Some of this year’s recipients include cator, while others participate in Market- to sauces and beyond. In addition, we can Fellowship Farms, the Parkway North- place, learning about how to run a small, west for Peace and Social Justice High cooperative business within their school. School’s International Club’s 2011 trip This partnership is in the early stages, but to Ecuador, Project H.O.M.E., The Phila- looks promising, and with the addition of delphia Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen more students to EUACS this coming fall, Race for the Cure, The Hero Thrill Show, WWCP is looking forward to a growing St. Christopher’s Foundation for Children, partnership with this school. and the Louisiana Disaster Fund. 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Cleaning out a cat’s litter-box is work. that you are looking for, I am happy to Do you like to sing? Do you like West- Ain’t Chicken” (www.thesweetbacksis- And when it comes to work, what’s better special order it for you. Just fill out a pre- ern and country music? Would you like to ters.com), was released in 2009 on Signa- than having the right tool for the job? Now order slip and if it’s available to us, your have more fun singing with others? ture Sounds. Val has played with a number (thanks to Martha, second floor manager order will arrive at the Mt Airy Pet Store The Weavers Way Education Com- of bands, including the West Coast’s Any at our Mt. Airy location, who first recom- within a week of ordering (I will call you mittee is sponsoring a two-day workshop, Old Time String Band, and is frequently mended this stainless steel litter scoop to when it arrives). Submit order slips by “Harmony Singing – Learn to Make Har- on staff at music camps across the coun- me), we have a wonderful tool for you and Sunday to receive it during the week. You monies Through Country Music” on Sat- try, including the Augusta Heritage Center your cats. can also e-mail the pet department at pet- urday and Sunday, September 25 and 26, and Puget Sound Guitar Workshop. Made by RSVP, manufacturers of [email protected] to place special 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The workshop will be held on Satur- quality stainless steel kitchen accessories, orders; remember to include your phone day and Sunday, September 25 and 26, 10 number and member number with your Led by the highly experienced moth- the Endurance Litter Scoop offers a broad, er-daughter team of Val Mindel and Em- a.m. to 4 p.m. People may register for Sat- comfortable handle, and the five-inch- order. Product must be picked up at the urday only or for both days. The tuition is Mt. Airy Pet Store. ily Miller and accompanied by guitarist- wide open edge makes it easy to pick up fiddler Jesse Milnes, the workshop will be $125 for two days, $75 for Saturday only. a lot of litter with each scoop. The high Coming soon to the Pet Store; Organ- focused on teaching people how to sing Lunch is included. Weavers Way mem- sides will keep it all contained while the ic Chicken Feed. A full line of different in harmony and specifically how to make bers are entitled to a $10 discount ($115 clean litter falls back into the box through types of chicken feed will be available to up their own harmonies.Here is how the or $65). The group will meet at a large pri- the generous sifting slots. This will be the help keep your chickens healthy and your group describes what they do: vate home in Germantown (258 W. Tulpe- last litter scoop you’ll ever need to buy— eggs tasty. hocken St.), which has ample facilities for “Our repertoire consists of traditional leaving extra money for treats and toys! Feel free to e-mail me with any ques- the group. This product is located in the pet store be- music and early country music and we tions or call me either at the pet store 215- use songs in those genres as vehicles for Registration should include your low the pet toys, opposite the leashes and 843-6704 or leave a message at 215-843- name, telephone number, and e-mail ad- collars. It is priced at $8.09. teaching harmony. In a one-day workshop, 2350 ext. 301. we cover the basic structures of harmony dress. Weavers Way members should in- Reminder to Weavers Way members: singing and teach about six songs. We of- clude their Co-op number. Checks should if we don’t carry a specific pet product ten split people up into smaller groups to be made payable to Valerie Mindel and practice singing in a smaller setting if time sent to Weavers Way Education Commit- allows. In a two-day workshop, we delve tee, 559 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia PA Mt. Airy Grocery News from home. Contact me, Chris, at 215- into more-complicated harmony ideas the 19119. 843-2350 ext. 113, or via email at chris- second day (harmony problem-solving, More information is available from [email protected]. Or you can fill (continued from page 3) etc.) and spend more time working on Larry at [email protected] out a preorder slip and tape it to a con- singing in small groups. We can usually or 215-248-3762 or from Claudia Raab, tainer, leave the container on the preorder issue and helping with the search. Stay teach another five or six songs the second who has also attended workshops with shelves in the basement. tuned. day.” these teachers, at 215-842-0896 Finally, a summer beverage sugges- Other news: light corn syrup is back, I once spent a week learning about tion: this is my mother’s “recipe”. She’s a Wholesome brand, $5.09 for an 11 oz. country music from Val Mindel. It was Co-op shopper and serves this refreshing bottle, found near the molasses and hon- one of the best experiences I have ever Film Series drink when we enjoy dinner together on ey selection. We also have Epler’s maple had in my many visits to music camps and a warm evening. Two ingredients: cold (continued from page 1) syrup, grade A, in glass pints and quarts. music seminars. Santa Cruz apricot nectar, and cold This is a delicious syrup from northern How do we proceed with the films? Vintage plain seltzer in cans (not plastic Val Mindel, Emily Miller, and Jesse Pennsylvania and it’s significantly less We would like to suggest that the ideas bottles). Pour in a glass. Mix to taste. Milnes combine almost 100 years of expensive than other brands: $12.69 per American traditional music between them. for films come from groups of people pint, $21.64 per quart. Give it a try. As always, thanks for reading. Now Val and her daughter Emily have been with some common interest. You may be that WW-CH is open, WW-MA is less a club, a neighborhood group, an environ- If you’re looking to cut down on singing together for all of Emily’s life, crowded, but I still look forward to bump- mental organization, or just a few friends. packaging, please be aware that you can and they have been teaching together for ing into you...in the grocery aisles. If you supply a nucleus of people—say preorder any quantity of the bulk items the last 12 years, giving harmony work- five or so—the committee can help put sold at WW-MA and arrange to have the [email protected] shops across the U.S. and abroad. Their together a film evening. Until now we items packed in your reusable containers specialty is the tight harmony prevalent in early country music. Jesse, an extraordi- have been renting the very fine movie fa- nary fiddler, guitarist, and singer and son cilities at Video Library, but if you have of West Virginia musician and folklorist some other venue in mind, we are open to Ruth Feldman Gerry Milnes, has also been making mu- suggestions. ® Realtor , e-Pro sic all his life. He and Emily perform as Write to us. Tell us what film or film Your Neighborhood Residential and Invest- a duo and are part of the Sweetback Sis- topic you have in mind, and what little ters, a popular country band heard on such group you can help with. We get lots of ment Specialist national venues as Mountain Stage and A requests from individuals who want to see 6901 Germantown Avenue Prairie Home Companion. Jesse joined a particular film, but we need more group Philadelphia, PA 19119 Val and Emily on their 2007 album, “In support than that. So, write to films@ Office: 215-843-1414 ext. 231 the Valley” (www.valandemmy.com). The weaversway.coop. We are waiting for Cell: 215-720-5710 E-mail: [email protected] Sweetback Sisters’ new album, “Chicken your input.

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Martin Elfant Inc. Real Estate call Jeff or Janet: 215-844-1200 6 The Shuttle August 2010 Nesting House Nestling in at Vandalism Hits Henry Playground Carpenter and Greene by Kelly Tannen by Ted Barbato On Sunday evening, July 4, at approxi- ted this crime is asked to contact the 14th mately 10 p.m., the Philadelphia Fire De- Police District at 215-.686-3140. The C.W. The newest retail venture to Henry School community is also asking for find its way to the intersection partment was called to a fire on the C.W. help from West Mt. Airy neighbors to help of Carpenter and Greene has a Henry kindergarten playground. The fire prevent future vandalism on the school most unlikely guiding vision: a completely destroyed the train play struc- ground by alerting the police of any suspi- better diaper. ture and damaged both the rubber play- ground surface and several nearby trees. cious activity near the school. The store is “The Nest- Designed for younger children, the play- The president of the PTA, Robin Rob- ing House” at 606 Carpenter ground is dedicated for use by the kinder- erts, would like to see the playground re- Lane, a for-profit successor of garten classes during the school day and is paired and the play equipment replaced sorts to the non-profit Mater- used by many neighborhood families dur- prior to the start of the new school year in nal Wellness Center that previ- ing non-school hours. In response to the September.To ensure that this can happen, ously occupied the space. It is fire, C.W. Henry principal, Caren Trantas, the PTA will be accepting donations in sup- the brainchild of the Wellness said “Henry School is dedicated to ensur- port of this effort. Donations can be mailed Center’s former director, Mer- ing that our students grow academically, to C.W. Henry School, 601 Carpenter Lane, edith Jacoby, and an employee emotionally, and socially. It is devastating Philadelphia, PA 19119, Attn: Amy Martin, at the center, Jennifer Kinka. to know that this space, which is used by PTA Treasurer. If you have questions about Both are mothers of two chil- photo by Jonathan McGoran both our kindergarten children and neigh- how you can support the PTA in this effort dren, including one-year olds. Nesting Place staffer Shannon Reilly with her daughter borhood children, has been destroyed by a or about other issues affecting the school Maggie Reilly Hogan Kinka had been running a thoughtless act.” community, please contact Robin Roberts cloth diaper business out of her so bad,’” says Kinka. Anyone with information that will at 215.692.3277. home, while Jacoby was searching for a help to identify the vandals who commit- new sustainable retail concept in the wake The store also offers a broader ar- of the Wellness Center’s closure. Jacoby ray of sustainable products for new par- and Kinka met over dinner late last year ents. These include recyclable baby items harmful bacteria while preserving benefi- and a vision combining those concepts as well as products that cannot, by their Chestnut Hill Products cial proteins and enzymes. was, shall we say, hatched. “Together we nature, be recycled, such as organic crib sheets and bubble bath. “As parents of made a larger vision of a baby-through- (continued from page 2) Gluten Free toddler sustainable retail store that includ- young children, we’re looking for the ed cloth diapers,” says Kinka. most sustainable way to approach par- At the Chestnut Hill store, you will enting and the things you need to have to find a wide selection of gluten-free prod- A focal point of the store is promot- nents include iron-binding and antibacte- have for those early ages. ucts, including breads, cereals, flour mix- ing a return to cloth diapers. Kinka says rial enzymes. es, frozen entrées, and bakery items, plus mothers whose views of cloth diapers are The Nesting House has also provided Trickling Springs Creamery items like Glutino breakfast bars. Weavers somewhat, shall we say, soiled, should a continued home to some of the classes Way Chestnut Hill is one of the few places look again. “There are a lot of people out that were offered at the Maternal Wellness Located in nearby Chambersburg, to offer a gluten-free doughnut. Grocery there who are making really unique (cloth Center. PA, Trickling Springs Creamery offers manager Brittany says she is working on a diaper) products and are making it a much The response, so far, has been en- cheese, cream, milk (organic and unho- complete list of gluten-free products. better experience than it used to be than couraging, and the owners say they were mogenized), butter and ice cream (vanil- for, say, my mom, who cloth-diapered in actually “slammed” with customers in the la, chocolate and rocky road). I’ve been Bulk Up! the seventies.” This includes velcro fas- Nesting House’s first two weeks. Kinka drinking their chocolate milk (along with teners and rice paper liners to remove sol- says the location is vital. “Carpenter and a balanced diet) for months now. It’s like Among the many impressive sights ids. Greene is a perfect area for something that revisiting a part of my childhood. The milk in the Chestnut Hill store is the array of promotes sustainability, and there are a lot comes in returnable glass bottles, which bulk bins—not just the kind with scoops, The Nesting House offers a once-a- but the ones that are like silos. You can fill month workshop on how to use cloth dia- of babies and young children.” adds to the old-timey esthetic. Trickling Springs Creamery employs “High Temp your bags with all sorts of grains and have pers. “People who walk in unsure, walk More information at www.thenest- fun doing it. So, what are you waiting for? out thinking, ‘Hmmm, that doesn’t seem inghouse.net. Short Time” pasteurization—161° F. pasteurization followed by a below -40° Put together your granola, beans & rice, cooling, which they say kills potentially split-pea soup…

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August 2010 the shuttle 7 Farm to City Mt. Airy Farmers’ Market Now (continued from page 1) Accepts Vouchers and Checks Weavers Way Farms and the Amish-owned Frosty Hollow by Leslie Seitchik Greenhouse & Produce, this lo- arm to City, the market manager, and cation has space enough for a F the Mt. Airy Farmers’ Market are pleased ers’ Market all qualify and can accept few more wonderful additions. to announce that the farmers at this mar- these vouchers/checks. Fruitwood Farms sells a variety ket who sell produce are eligible to accept People in the WIC program are eli- of organic fruit and vegetables, food vouchers and checks from customers gible to receive this benefit. as well as specialty goods, such who qualify for either the Farmers Market as apple butter and pure honey Seniors must be 60 or older by De- Nutrition Program or the Senior Farmers spread. Love’n Fresh Flowers cember 31 of the program year and meet Market Nutrition Program. In previous has an array of locally grown the income eligibility guidelines. Income years, recipients were given $20 in vouch- fresh flowers available. M&B eligibility is based on 185 percent of the ers/checks. This year recipients can spend Fairview Farm is probably the federal poverty income guidelines. The up to $80. most prominent addition to this guidelines are published each year by the new location, stationed as it is The WIC Farmers Market Nutrition U.S. Department of Agriculture. on the street in a nifty silver and Program and Senior Farmers Market Nu- Eligible WIC recipients receive the black refrigerated truck. Bart trition Program provide WIC recipients FMNP vouchers during their quarterly Hill keeps a variety of grass-fed and eligible seniors with resources in the WIC visit during the months of May - beef products, homemade sau- form of fresh, nutritious, unprepared, lo- September. Eligible senior recipients re- sages, cage-free chicken prod- cally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs ceive the SFMNP vouchers by going to ucts, and raw milk, cold and from approved farmers at farmers’ mar- a distribution site in their county. Distri- fresh in there. The milk comes kets in Pennsylvania. The purpose of the bution site information is available from straight from the morning’s FMNP and SFMNP is to help low-income the county aging office where the senior milking on the farm, and it is, seniors and WIC recipients increase their resides. After receiving vouchers worth quite simply, delicious. Bart is consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables $80, recipients can redeem them for fresh also more than happy to speak and expand the awareness and patronage fruits and vegetables grown or growable of farmers’ markets. to anyone curious enough about photo by Gabrielle Mahler in Pennsylvania or New Jersey. the benefits of drinking raw milk Mt Airy Farmers Market, along Germantown Avenue at Only farmers authorized by the PA For more information call Farm to and any of his other products. Mt. Airy Avenue. Department of Agriculture may accept City at 215-733-9599 or the PA Corpora- The Mt. Airy Farmers and redeem FMNP and SFMNP vouchers/ tion on Aging Helpline at 215-765-9040 Market is one of 18 farmers markets in more vendors to participate, and the in- checks. The farmers at the Mt. Airy Farm- or visit www.pcacares.org. Philadelphia created by Farm to City. creased amount of passing pedestrian and The director, Bob Pierson, hopes this new vehicle traffic—both the customers and location for the Mt. Airy market will in- the vendors should gain a lot from this crease the number and type of customers. Germantown Avenue venture. The location at Greene and Carpenter did Love’n Fresh Flowers – Philadelphia, not get much traffic, and therefore catered Pa to a smaller group of customers who typi- • Complete Roofing cally already know the benefits of buy- Frosty Hollow Greenhouse & Pro- Service ing local. The new location will make the duce—Lancaster, PA: A traditional Amish market more accessible to a demographic farm that harvests some of the freshest • Free Estimates of people that might not already buy local- organic fruits and vegetables in Lancaster • Fully Insured ly or be aware of the benefits of doing so. county. Customer favorites: Homemade mini apple pies, all-natural blueberry The partnership between various lo- yogurt, and perfectly ripe blackberries. cal businesses in Mt. Airy has also made this new market location possible. Another A small floral boutique that Visit us on our website: function of this market will be to promote features designs made with only locally various local organizations by making ta- grown flowers. All-natural honey and bles available to local non-profit organiza- fruit spreads, and fresh organic fruit and www.AppleRoofingCo.com tions. Those interested can contact Lesley veggies. Seitchik, Director of Marketing, at Valley Green Bank at 215-242-3550. [email protected] Prompt, Reliable, Quality Work! All in all it seems this new location is a win-win situation. With the increased space in the Seminary’s plaza to allow for Mt. Airy • 215-843-1970

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Since we opened the Chestnut Hill store by Jules Timmerman and others and an or- in May, something happened that we did der was put together. Jules would go to the not quite expect: membership grew by produce center with “volunteers,”,return Changes at Weavers Way more than 850 households. Prior to May, to the Summit Church and then split things we had around 3,300 active households a up and dispense to the buying club mem- n Charging 25¢ and 50¢ for credit and debit cards. Eliminated in number that had been around for years. bers. This was the beginning of a mutual January 2010 (What, you did not notice?). Management felt we were As of mid-July our membership stands at benefit group or co-op and it was a way nickel and diming shoppers. 4,100 active households and about 3,000 for neighbors to save money. It wasn’t inactive (members who have not paid eq- until about 20 years ago (15+ years into n Recycling cardboard boxes. Great way to recycle cardboard and uity in over a year). Each summer there operations) that organic vegetables started reduce the use of paper bags. It’s still done at Mt. Airy, and has been are many people who either become inac- to appear in quantity. started in Chestnut Hill, but has not being done yet in Ogontz. tive (moved away) or request their equity Let’s see how much you can save as n Composting. Vegetable waste from the kitchens and produce. Done back since they will no longer live near a buying club with volunteers: if a case at Chestnut Hill, not being done completely in Mt. Airy and not at all the Co-op. of romaine has 24 heads selling for $18/ We expected this growth, but over the case at the terminal market, the cost is in Ogontz. course of a full year, not in such a short $.75 per head. Let’s add $.10 per head to n Accepting checks for payment from members. Continues with time frame. While this is a wonderful un- pay for gas and for the truck so make it cash back up to $100. All locations now accept checks from non- expected influx of members and equity, $.85 a head. Today we sell romaine for members (but no cash back) and they must show a photo ID or there is also a concern about how well between $1.75 to $1.90/head at the gro- drivers license. the new members understand the history cery, last time I checked it was over $2.25 of the Co-op, its mission, and the “sacred a head (scaled). The difference is that we n Charging for plastic bags. Reduces and discourages waste. This cows” of our culture. At the same time, it now have overhead: labor, trucks, rent, continues in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy. Not being done in Ogontz. is important for our long term cooperative insurance, packaging, professional fees, growth that we change and perhaps “har- etc. Our margin plan is between 36 and n Charge for paper grocery bags. Reduces and discourages waste vest” some of the sacred cows, or send 37 percent. That means that for every dol- Continues in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy.Not being done in Ogontz. them to feed on the grasslands. lar of product sold we need to make about For those of you who have joined the 37 cents. This does not seem like a lot of cent, have holiday and vacation pay, and Co-op in last few years, there are a few money and it is not. Airy Day, Chestnut Hill Fall Festival, many other benefits. The corner grocery important cultural items about the Co-op What has changed since 1973 is Morris Arboretum Fall Festival, Village stores in the area do not have these over- I would like to review. Those of you who that we have expanded our product line Fair, Carpenter Woods, etc.), and help- head costs. Most retail grocery stores we have been around for 10 or more years to include meats, prepared foods, gifts, ing to get the Shuttle written, edited, and know about pay between $7.50-9.50 per will understand these cultural items. Since coffees, deli, bakery, and more. We have distributed. Members have also helped on hour, have no benefits or make it very hard we have recently expanded to Ogontz and hired staff and purchased buildings. Now special projects: financial work, member- for their staff to receive benefits. In fact, I Chestnut Hill, there are changes that will we have to cover these costs. What about ship, operations, and IT. All of this allows believe we are the only grocery in the re- take place at the Co-op. However, it is the volunteer work program, doesn’t that the Co-op to do more than a regular small gion that provides benefits for part-time worth discussing the “sacred cows” that reduce costs? corner store. staff. Also, we have very little turnover of have been around for many years. Our labor costs are high at the Co- The member work program (6 hours staff. I believe one of the lowest rates seen New members, visiting shoppers, and per adult per year) is a vitally important op, and this is intentional. Our members wanted the staff to be paid a living wage, even among co-ops. That is another rea- new staff I speak to think that the Co-op cultural part of the Co-op and one that we son we have higher labor costs. started as a place to sell local, organic, will continue to stress to our members. provided with health benefits, and other We follow a philosophy that is writ- gluten-free, and other “Birkenstock” The volunteer work program helps our support. We do that more than any other ten in our Ends (long term goals) and the products. Not true. The Co-op was started store and community. As you know, we al- grocery store (or retail operation of our “triple bottom line”—concern for our in 1972 as a buying club by neighbors in low members to earn their hours in many size). A single full-time staff member can community, for the bottom line (profit), West Mt. Airy to purchase conventional ways: in the store, farm, CSA at Saul, purchase health coverage for as low as $16.78 per pay period (26 pays per year). produceAd_051109.qxp at the Philadelphia 05/11/09Produce Ter- committee9:34 PM work, Pagerepair and 2 maintenance, minal.Orders were taken during the week community programs, special events (Mt. Dental insurance is only $1.17 per pay period. We also match a 401K at 25 per- (continued on page 10)

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Mention this ad and receive 10% off your first spa service! August 2010 the shuttle 9 What Are Board Members Thinking? Mt. Airy Village Fair Returns, Sept. 26 I Believe in Co-ops by Mo Speller by David Woo, President Weavers Way Co-op Board of Directors After taking a year In this column, David Woo, a member of the Weavers Way Board of Directors, is sharing his own individual off, this will be the thoughts and ideas and is not speaking on behalf of the Board. fourth Mt Airy Vil- lage Fair. First held in I believe in cooperation. I grew up in a companies and sometimes, as may hap- 2006, the fair started place where the grocery store marquee pen to any business, they don’t survive. as a way for the busi- was emblazoned with the hyphenated Co- As an enterprise owned by the shoppers, nesses on our corner to op in large green letters with two iconic producers, farmers, distributors and others thank our vibrant com- pine trees. My parents, being Chinese im- that use the goods and services offered by munity for its support. migrants, really had no experience with the cooperative, co-op operations are for The idea for the fair, what that sign meant but must have seen the economic benefits of their members. sparked by Big Blue cooperation in action during their child- The values of democratic control, member Marble Bookstore hoods living in occupied China during the economic participation, concern for com- owner Sheila Avelin, war. munity, voluntary and open membership focuses on interac- tion and participation As a child I could never understand still echo in my ears long after the Clinton rather than on buying why we had to keep grocery receipts for Street cooperative grocery closed. file photo and selling. Commu- the annual rebate. Why couldn’t this store I believe there is room for this eco- The Mt. Airy Village Fair is a way for the businesses at Greene St. and nity businesses and on Clinton Street in New York’s lower nomic model to fill some of the voids in Carpenter Laneto thank our vibrant community for its support. organizations set up east side just lower their prices? our society, to build sectors of commerce booths under the rule long in need of a positive outcome, to be Philly Electric Wheels, a new addition to When I grew up, I moved away and that they have some kind of activity like celebrated as something we accomplished the corner since our last Village Fair, and learned more of the world. I soaked up a game, craft project, or a demonstration. together. The United Nations is giving the bike valet wouldn’t be possible with- experiences and ideas on how things get There aren’t Ferris wheels or big sound this model due attention, having desig- out another new neighbor, the Mt. Airy done in our society, but I always came systems but there are lots of live action, nated 2012 as the international year of the Bike Collective. back to community and cooperation, no games, and music. As Meg Hagele, owner cooperative. matter where I lived. of the High Point Cafe puts it, we’ve kept The general flavor of this year’s fair, I made conscious decisions to al- Human, small scale cooperation, things low-tech because, “we wanted to in addition to being slightly greener, will ways try to work and live cooperatively: upon which our species has relied for eons keep the emphasis on the people, not on also be more like a carnival—based on finding a position with a mutual insur- to survive and thrive in an uncertain envi- glitz and glam.” a suggestion from Springboard Studio’s ronment, has always worked to propel us Caroline Peterson. Curtis Coyote and oth- ance company, carving out a niche in The last Village Fair occurred not as a people to achieve wonderful things in ers will work their whimsical magic on the non-profit charity industry, managing long after I first moved to Mt. Airy. our many diverse cultures and societies. constructing some old-school carnival my finances at a credit union, joining an Reflecting back it occurs to me how much games. The fair will also feature the in- outdoor gear retailer organized as a con- ~ [email protected] has changed in the past two years in the triguing combination of lemon and pep- sumer cooperative. As a business model, 500 and 600 blocks of Carpenter Lane. permint because we’ve managed to track cooperatives are subject to the same mar- Part of the beauty of this West Mt. Airy down a somewhat-local candy manufac- ket forces that thrash about Fortune 500 neighborhood is how small businesses are turer that makes peppermint straws for mixed in with a largely residential area. I lemon sticks—an old Philadelphia favor- look forward to this year’s Village Fair as Design, Installation & Design, Installation & ite which unfortunately is rare these days. Design, Installation & an opportunity to interact with neighbors Management for over 20 years Management for over 20 years Then there’s all the deliciousness you Management for Over 20 Years new and old. expect from the High Point Café and the Terraces , Walls, Walks, Terraces , Walls, Walks, Terraces, Walls, Walks, Water Gardens Past organizers of the fair tell me how Weavers Way Co-op. Water Gardens much the flavor of Water the fair Gardens is enhanced by Garden and Lawn Maintenance The fair is still cooking though. 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and our people. When management makes lar white sugar; organic and non-organic a decision, there is often a lot of discus- nuts; soda with cane sugar and spritzers, sion about how the program, product, or etc). action will be in line with the Ends, tri- At the same time we as staff and own- ple bottom line, and our Mission.While ers need to figure out what we will be in this may take time and cost more, and it the future and how to blend the old with is important that these things are thought the new; what sacred cows to “harvest” through.Often I will be called on the car- and which to keep around. Recently, we pet by staff for taking an action that does have begun to meet with a member (for not protect the Co-op or has nothing to her work hours) who is a well regarded do with our mission. For an outsider this expert in organizational cultural dynamics might sound like an argument, and it is, in order to figure out what actions we need but it is important that people can make to take to bring us all together and keep these statements. the co-op pointed in the right direction. I So, as a new member, it is important look forward to these meetings and path. that you know why we do certain things Lastly, starting soon, I plan to work around the Co-op: recycle boxes, have with staff, members, the board, and com- prices that are at retail levels in most munity stake holders on a new strategic cases, publish a monthly newspaper (The planning process. We did a very dynamic Shuttle), post events on a bulletin board, plan six years ago that brought us the farm and work to build community through our expansion, a non-profit (WWCP), an ex- actions. We will not always be the lowest photo by Cliff Hence panded Marketplace program, two new price, though recently I think our prices stores, improved benefits for the staff, Following the first meeting of its the newest lineup, Weavers Way’s Board of Directors have gotten too high and we need to ad- gathered in front of the Mt. Airy store. From left to right (rear): Brian Maher, Stu Katz, more local products, and increased public Chris Hill, Dave Tuykey, Sylvia Carter, Cynthia Potter, (front) David Woo (president), dress this at once on some product lines. partnerships and exposure in the Philadel- Margaret Lenzi, Cat Niallon, Sue Wasserkrug, Nancy Weinman, and Bob Noble. We also need to make sure that we keep phia community. What is next (besides true to our support for organic, local, and making sure that our financial house is in sustainable products, but also realize that order) is a question that needs to be an- not everyone can always afford to pur- swered by the community of owners and chase these products and that we need to staff. I look forward to the new cultural mix the product line up (organic and regu- changes. ~ [email protected]

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In honor of the hundreds of new mem- grams. Rather than simply teaching about bers who have recently joined Weavers healthy food in the classroom, WWCP pro- Way, I decided it was time to start over in vides hands-on learning experiences and a sense – with a description of what Weav- healthy food alternatives, choices that are ers Way Community Programs does and lacking in many communities. In 2009-10, how we connect with the Co-op and other Marketplace operated in nine Northwest organizations. Plus, I recently learned that Philadelphia schools. The Marketplace some of my friends and neighbors don’t 101 curriculum teaches business skills and know exactly what I do. A typical conver- economic literacy by starting with the ba- sation goes something like, “Well I know sics such as inventory, cash reconciliation, that you work for the Co-op and you have customer service, and problem solving. a lot of deadlines and writing…but what At the end of each school year, each is your job?” Marketplace team meets to decide where A Little Bit of History to donate a portion of their profits. Re- cipients of 2008-09 donations included Weavers Way Community Programs Project H.O.M.E, Mt. Airy Stenton Fam- was created in 2007 to develop and ex- ily Manor, Heifer International, Awbury pand the community work of Weavers Recreation Center, Homes for Our Troops, Way Co-op. At that time, the Co-op was Action AIDS, Shriners Hospital for Chil- already running the school Marketplace dren, and the Society for the Prevention of program and farm education was going Cruelty to Animals, as well as programs strong at Weavers Way’s Mort Brooks within their own schools. You can read photo by Rachel Milenbach Memorial Farm, a two-acre plot on the about this year’s donations in Carly’s ar- Northwest tract of Awbury Arboretum. Pictured here during a visit to the Mort Brooks Farm are (l to r) A. D. Day School third graders ticle on page four. Dylan Stewart, Shamar Hughes, Faith Jenks, and Micheal Collins. As a new non-profit, the WWCP to get after-school snacks to the kids who Marketplace Coordinator for the 2007-08 Farm Education board decided to join Mt. Airy Commu- wanted them. Henry is directly across the school year. Carly Chelder joined WWCP nity Services Corporation (MACSC). As WWCP’s farm education program street from Weavers Way Mt. Airy, and as the Marketplace Coordinator in Sep- a service group of MACSC, we have non- grew out of a cooperative volunteer effort the store was simply too small to handle tember 2009 after Terri left to pursue other profit status, and share resources with the that also started in 2000. The Mort Brooks a run of hungry kids when school let out. interests. other service groups. In addition to being Memorial Farm (aka, Weavers Way Farm From their brainstorming, the Market- part of a community of non-profit organi- The Marketplace program is modeled at Awbury Arboretum) was established in place program was born. Initially run by zations, the sharing of costs allows all of on project-based learning techniques, with 2000 by Mort’s wife Norma Brooks and Co-op staffers including Stephanie John- us to use more of our funds for direct ser- each school running a mini-co-op/small other Co-op members. After Mort’s death son, Margie Felton, and Julia Bradley, vice and less on overhead. business, requiring small-group collabo- in 1999, Co-op members established a me- the program was a big success. By the ration, democratic decision-making, and morial fund honoring his contributions to time WWCP was formed, the Market- The Marketplace Program a variety of academic skills. In 2009-10, the Co-op, and from that fund grew Weav- place Program had expanded to Houston, Marketplace started in 2000 when over 200 children and teens participated in Jenks, A.B. Day, and Wissahickon Char- Northwest Philadelphia Marketplace pro- Co-op staff got together with C. W. Henry ter schools. By then, Terri Rivera had (continued on page 18) teachers and students to figure out a way been hired as the Co-op’s first part-time

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Wednesday, Sept. 1 Weavers Way is sponsoring a Red Cross blood 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. drive on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, Hair is from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Free Library of The Free Library Spend some time at Salon 90 Philadelphia Chestnut Hill branch. of Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill branch Welcoming During the summer, blood donations drop dramatically (vacations, plus the RC gets 25% Michael Hawkins of its donations from visiting colleges during the school term) so we can formerly of Chestnut Hair CUTS-COLORS-HIGHLIGHTS make a big impact by getting a large turnout. has joined our team MAKEUP-UPDOS-MASSAGE-MANICURES Weavers Way members will receive a $10 gift card to the co-op as a WE NOW OFFER NATURCOLORTM 90 Bethlehem Pike, Chestnut Hill Between Borders & the R7 Train thank you for giving blood during this critical time of year. JANE IREDALE-MINERAL COSMETICS Wed, Fri & Sat 9-4 •Tues & Thurs 9-7 215-242-2888 Easy Parking • Tuscan-Inspired Interior If you are interested in signing up for a spot, contact Jon Roesser at the www.salon90.net Co-op, 215-843-2350, ext 132, or email [email protected].

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12 The Shuttle August 2010 Dinner and a Movie “My Co-op Rocks” I Am Love and Victoria’s Kitchen Video Contest by Margie Felton and Joanna Poses from National Co-op Grocers Association If you read last month’s column, stretch for us to pair Italian haute then you know that this month’s cuisine with American comfort was supposed to be about fried food, but only if you’re unfamil- The National Cooperative Grocers As- chicken and Nashville. But, on iar with this month’s restaurant sociation (NCGA) kicks off its second an- a last minute whim, Joanna sug- pick. Like the film, Victoria’s nual “My Co-op Rocks” video contest this gested we head out to a new re- Kitchen is all about love. September, asking co-op members, shop- lease in an actual movie theater. Margie first met Victoria at pers and staff across the country to share (You may have noticed how hot a West Oak Lane food festival their favorite co-op moments, memories it’s been this summer…) She where she was sampling fried and stories online. settled on I am Love, an impres- chicken with greens and explain- Individuals over the age of 18 are in- sionistic wonder co-conceived ing how delicious and flavorful vited to submit short, up-to-two-minute by Italian director Luca Gua- collard greens could be without videos sharing all the reasons their co- dagnino and Scottish star Tilda meat. Margie was bowled over op rocks. Submissions will be accepted Swinton. by the vegan results! So for online Sept. 1 through Sept. 30 at www. The film proceeds in the Joanna’s birthday meal we MyCoopRocks.coop with $3,000 in priz- manner of any classic melo- picked up overflowing box- es—including two new Apple iPads—to photo by Janyne K. Hicks drama; a porcelain wife wakes es from Victoria’s Kitchen. be awarded to the best videos in “People’s up to life as she falls into an af- Chef Victoria (r) and her cheerful staff cook up a storm at Victoria’s Joanna chose the fried chicken Choice” and “Judges’ Choice” catego- Kitchen in West Oak Lane fair with her son’s best friend. (of course), with macaroni and ries. Voting will be extended from Oct. 1 Though the story may sound cheese and candied yams as her through Oct. 15. tired, the film, most certainly, is sides. Margie picked the turkey the culinary scenes.It is remarkable that The public will determine three win- not. We won’t say much more about the chops and insisted she needed her own even though food is central to our expe- ners in the “People’s Choice” category plot because melodrama yields the most side of macaroni to keep company with riences of memory, culture, family and based on voting. Then, a panel of judges pleasure when the viewer is along for the the amazing greens. Our friend Jeanyne identity, films rarely explore these conno- will score entries based on creativity, ride 100%. But we will say that this film indulged her obsession with the fried fish tations to their full potential. In I am Love, theme, and overall appeal to determine goes far further than any 50s melodrama and sweet potato fries. Unfortunately, we these ideas are pushed to their limits as the three winners in the “Judges’ Choice” would have dared.This is not just a film had to savor our dinner at a quicker pace one particular dish comes to signify both category. Winners will be announced on that describes sensuality—it is sensual- than usual because we were running late filial love and sexual betrayal. It is food Nov. 1. ity itself. In fact, it is so physical that you for our 7:15 screening. But we still found that drives the narrative and, ultimately, watch it not just with your eyes, but with time to express our satisfaction by over- In each category, first place winners invites the final tragedy. your entire body. eating to our hearts’ content. The entrees receive an Apple iPad, second place win- The only tragedy you’ll find in this ners receive a $500 co-op gift card, and It is fortuitous for this column that were very good but the side dishes were article is the sin of gluttony. You prob- third place winners receive a co-op cus- one of the major ways the film’s sensual- incredible! Margie is very picky about ably thought we forgot about fried chick- tomized HD flip cam.The first 50 individ- ity manifests itself is through the use of macaroni and cheese and she would sin- en, but you are too naïve! We are always uals who submit a video will also receive food. Indeed, the filmmakers have boasted gle out Victoria’s for special praise. Both dreaming and scheming about our next a free t-shirt. Each video is only eligible that a Michelin chef was retained to pre- sweet potato dishes were amazing and fried chicken meal. It might seem like a for one prize but individuals may submit pare and advise on the food in several of oozing with butter, cinnamon and brown sugar goodness. The greens were perfectly as many videos as they like. seasoned and the asparagus fresh and gar- For the official rules or to enter the licky. Love, love, love indeed! contest, visit www.MyCoopRocks.coop. Victoria’s Kitchen is located at the NCGA is owned by 112 food co- corner of Ogontz Ave. and Tulpehocken ops operating more than 140 stores in 32 Street, just one block away from the Weav- states with combined annual sales of over ers Way Ogontz store. When you’re shop- $1 billion The contest is also sponsored ping at the store it would be a shame to go by Equal Exchange and Frontier Natural home without dinner from Victoria’s. Products Co-op. 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We have fond memories of our school days. When it came time to send our own kids to school, Henry was At the Center of Learning the only choice that met our high expectations for education and our community values. Henry is a part of us, and we are Henry. To learn more Get to know Henry! about our school, please call us at Friends Select C.W. Henry School on Carpenter 215.951.4006 A Quaker, pre-k – 12, diverse, coed, college preparatory school Lane and Greene Street or visit us online: located at the center of Center City Philadelphia http://webgui.phila.k12. Photo by Henry School Mom: pa.us/schools/h/henry 17th & Benjamin Franklin Parkway • Philadelphia Laurie Beck Peterson 215.561.5900 x 104 • friends-select.org August 2010 the shuttle 13 Jewish New Years Cards by Mindy Shapiro

As a child, I remember holiday, as with all Jewish New Year’s Cards going shopping for new holidays, begins at sunset Mindy Shapiro was The tradition of send- clothes to wear to syna- and ends at sunset. Cus- first introduced to the ing Jewish New Year cards gogue for Rosh Hosha- toms include: folk art of papercutting at dates back to the 1880’s. nah, the Jewish New Year, • Attending services KlezKamp, a Yiddish folk Also known as Shana To- and for Yom Kippur, the in synagogue—liturgy camp, during the winter of vah (literally translated Day of Atonement. While includes themes of judge- 1995. She credits her im- as good year) cards, these shopping for something ment and repentance mediate passion for this greetings are mailed to special to wear initiated art form to her only art • Hearing the shofar friends, relatives, and even the High Holy Day sea- training, which was as a blown—represents a call business associates to wish son, it was the sound of the leather craftsperson at to God to hear our prayers them a happy and sweet shofar (rams horn), heard Camp Louise. Mindy’s cre- year. In Europe sending in the synagogue, the eat- • Eating apples and ativity, intricate designs image courtesy of Mindy Shapiro Shana Tova postcards was image courtesy of Mindy Shapiro ing of round challah (egg honey—an expression of and use of color, combined the craze from the 1890’s bread), and the dipping In this card a woman is sitting the desire for a sweet and The outline of this card is an with her wide-ranging until WWII as this was an of apples in honey at the in the apple tree blowing the healthy year apple. This is to represent the Jewish knowledge, dis- shofar. Around the perimeter inexpensive way to keep tradition of dipping apples in family table that I really • Eating round challah tinguish her as an artist. of the oval are shofars. The in contact with relatives honey ad before eating reciting looked forward to …and to represent the fullness Her original designs are traditional greeting L’Shanah in America. Reproduced the phrase “May it be your will still do. tova tikatevu “ May you be of life and the cycle of the to renew us for a year that is sketched by hand and cut postcards from Poland What are these holi- inscribed for a good year” is year good and sweet”. Inside the with a knife. Prior to be- dating 1912-1918 de- days and what do these carved into the tree top. apple are the Hebrew words coming an artist, Mindy • Participating in spe- pict the actual sending of “Shana Tova” (good year). The symbols mean? In Hebrew worked full time in Jewish cial meals which include postcards, emigration to buildings represent the walls of these Holy Days are called education. eating sweet foods, continuing the theme America and Israel, love the Old City in Jerusalem which yamin noraim—Day of Awe. There are ten surround the Dome of the Rock. of bringing sweetness into the year between couples and holi- On Sept. 14, Mindy days between Rosh Hoshanah and Yom Yom Kippur brings to a close the ten day themes. will be offering a Co-op Kippur during which time Jews reflect on workshop on Papercut- days of repentance begun on Rosh Ha- The Jewish New Year card industry is the past year and our relationship to our- ting, an ancient art dating back to the shanah. it is a one-day festival and is the big and profitable. Most card shops will selves, others and G-d. This is a time of creation of paper during the 1st century holiest day of the year. Since there is to have a variety from which to choose. They year for introspection and soul-searching. in China.. See the September Shuttle for be no physical pleasure on Yom Kippur, are sold in pack and individually. Internet We ask for forgiveness and pray for for- details, or contact Mindy Shapiro at 215- there are five restrictions found in the To- cards are also available through many giveness. The New year is an opportunity 242-4403 or via e-mail at mindysue39@ rah: 1. No eating or drinking; 2. No bath- sites saving on postage. Today, themes on to wipe the slate clean and begin anew. gmail.com. ing; 3. No anointing the body with oil; 4. the cards are not dramatic like the ones Rosh Hoshanah literally means “head No wearing leather shoes; 5. No sexual from pre WWII Poland. of the year.” It marks the anniversary of relations. Most of the day is spent in the Look for these and other cards on the the creation of the world. This two day synagogue and after the 25 hour fast, it is second floor at Weavers Way. afs_MayOH weaversad_4.9x4:Layout 1 5/5/10customary 2:37 to attendPM Page a break-the-fast. 1

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Blueprint for Financial Success Wednesday, August 18th at 7:00 p.m. Because if you think about it —building a strong financial future is very similar to build- ing a house. You start from the ground up. First you have your plans or blueprint, then learn more, live more you lay a solid foundation.. And you go from there. Abington Friends School is a vibrant educational community, rich with Raising Financially Responsible Children opportunities to excel academically, athletically and artistically. Thursday, August 19th at 7:00 p.m. Call us at 215-886-4350 for more information. During this educational, family-oriented event, we will discuss the importance of raising www.abingtonfriends.net financially responsible children and share with you some helpful tips on ways to teach your children about money. At this seminar, you will discover age-appropriate ways to help children: • Earn And Appreciate Their Allowance A coeducational Quaker school for students 18 months through grade 12 • Develop Good Savings And Investing Habits • Know The Difference Between Wants and Needs • Become Disciplined Shoppers • View Advertising Critically…and So Much More Plus, all attendees will receive a complimentary workbook to take home after the event, EmbossEd and professional, on-site childcare will be provided. lEathEr cEiling. Zakaria Elabid is a full time Financial Services Professional, with New York Life Insur- nEw rEcEssEd ance Company. Enjoys educating people on the importance of organizing their financial lighting. lives, having a plan in place and how to deal with the new trends of the economy, the good thing about the seminars that I do is that they’re strictly educational and not prod- no room for uct specific, so I won’t go into products with anyone unless it’s a private consultation. Error. To secure your seat and program materials, please R.S.V.P. to (267) 496-1110 or We find solutions where [email protected]. others see problems.

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The month of August is known as “the dog days,” which I never un- derstood, since there’s nothing particularly hot about dogs except their breath. Whatever you want to call it, August heat can be oppressive to plants. Of course, you’re watering each morning on the hot days, and if the plants look stressed, you’re giving them a dinner-time shower, too. One way to allevi- ate the harsh effects of hot August on your ditions. Used as a ground cover and rock perennials is to select drought-resistant garden plant, this succulent’s yellow flow- plants. If you also favor native varieties, ers add sparkle to a garden. here are some that will withstand heat. For your shady dry spots, consider Keep them in mind as you plan next year’s the Christmas fern and wood fern. These garden or if you’re looking for replace- natives are unique because they are both ments now. evergreen, unusual among ferns. The Old favorite black-eyed Susan will Christmas ferns stays lower to the ground take the heat, even as it fills empty spaces (one to two feet) and have glossy leaves. in your perennial bed. Remember that The wood fern grows more upright (two “native” does not always translate into to three feet) and has a more delicate leaf “non-invasive,” so be prepared for a lot pattern. of black-eyed Susans. Evening primrose Vegetables. The hot month of August is a is another native, drought-resistant peren- good month to plant fall vegetable crops. nial that can be a pesky spreader. At the end of the month, you can sow photo by Kim Bravo Purple coneflower, or echinacea, has seeds for beets, Chinese cabbages, collard Maria Johnson snuggles with her new kitten, Charley (a femal kitten nevertheless named gained a following, not only for its beau- greens, kale, leaf lettuce, mustard greens, in honor of Charlie Manuel)which she adopted at Animal Rescue Network’s most recent tiful flowers and shape, but also for its turnips, and spinach. In the coming weeks, Adoption Event at Weavers Way; Ten of the 14 felines available were adopted, a record so far, and one that we are very pleased about. Look for details on our next event, to be held tolerance for dry spaces and its medicinal there will still be ample daylight to stimu- sometime in September. properties. In addition, the post-flower late growth, and the longer, cooler nights seed heads are popular with hungry birds. will keep the plants from wilting. Butterfly weed, or asclepias, is a Just because these are the dog days, showy native perennial for dry areas. don’t let you garden go to the dogs. Enjoy Don’t let the word “weed” discourage your flowers and vegetables even in the you. The orange flower is very attractive heat of August. Indulge your taste buds in the bold Latin to people as well as butterflies. ~ [email protected] Stonecrop sedum, like all members of American flavors and tantalizing cocktails at the sedum family, tolerates drought con- Philadelphia’s hottest new restaurant, Avenida

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It is hard to believe that the tiny Chim- feed, and often mate and sleep on the lows in buildings, under window sills, in I happened to witness a memorable ney Swift that graces our summer sky, is wing. They are among the most aerial the corner rafters of wooden buildings, in swarming ritual one evening as I was leav- one of the fastest fliers of the bird world. of birds, flying almost constantly except chimneys, and in smokestacks. However, ing work and walking down the stair well It powers itself to a speed of 69 miles per when at the nest or roosting at night. The changes in chimney design, with covered from my fourth floor office. I was eye-lev- hour and can fly horizontally and even up- Chimney Swift bathes in flight, gliding caps, narrow flues and metal liners, have el with the Swifts and watched for almost wards. Other birds, such as the peregrine down to water, smacking the surface with decreased their available nest sites. How- twenty minutes as their numbers grew un- falcon, fly faster while diving in a stoop, its breast, then bouncing up and shaking ever, manmade “chimney swift towers” til there was literally a black cloud above but the Chimney Swift is the fastest re- the water from its plumage as it flies away. which are intended to simulate an ideal a huge old chimney. Suddenly the Swifts corded bird flying under its own power. Chimney Swifts tend to fly in groups nesting habitat are being successfully started their quick decent down into the Chimney Swifts, Swallows, and called “screaming parties” during summer constructed and installed throughout the chamber as if someone was pouring liq- Hummingbirds are all related, with each evenings, when about 10-15 gather and fly country. uid through a funnel, and almost instantly, having long wings containing short bones around in circles, all calling out to each Only one pair nests in a single chim- all of the birds disappeared. I stood in awe that allow for some spectacular flying and other. Unless you hear them, you may not ney, however, in non-breeding season, imagining how many birds were roosting hovering. Often referred to as a “flying ci- notice them, since they fly quite high in large numbers of chimney swifts will inside that chimney for the night and also gar” because its body appears so straight, the sky. Their call is a loud scream in two roost together, often confusing people sad to think how vulnerable they were to the Chimney Swift is uniformly black ex- different tone pitches, of which the higher into thinking that one chimney is serving loss and destruction. cept for a small white or pale grey patch one is from the female and the lower one as a maternity colony for numerous birds. Chimney Swifts used to swarm in on the chin which is not visible from a from the male. A Chimney Swift will return to the same great numbers around the chimneys at the distance. They have a short, deeply forked They are often confused with bats be- nesting site year after year, rebuilding its Jenks School in Chestnut Hill and at the tail with very long swept-back tapered cause their flight is so erratic and because nest if necessary. Their nest is a half sau- Shawmont School in Roxborough but in wings resembling a crescent or a boomer- they are active until dusk; the flight of cer of woven small twigs held together recent years, very few Chimney Swifts ang. The Swift’s scientific name (Apus Chimney Swifts overlaps with the emer- by their sticky saliva. Their saliva acts as have been seen at either of these locations. apus), means “without feet” because these gence of bats who take over as vacuum glue to secure the nest to the inside wall of No one is sure of the exact cause. birds have very short legs which are used cleaners of the night sky. Dark and about a chimney or to a vertical surface. If you find an injured or orphaned only for clinging to vertical surfaces with the same size as bats who are silent fliers, Chimney Swifts are migratory bird Chimney Swift, you should contact White their sharp toes. Swifts never settle volun- Chimney Swifts are very vocal as they fly. and winter in South America. In the Fall, Flicker Wild Bird Rehab Clinic in Ambler tarily on the ground. If you aren’t sure if you are seeing a bat they participate in a “swarming” behav- at 215-643-1263. Swifts, like swallows, Populations of Chimney Swifts are or a bird, listen closely: If the dark flying ior whereby many, sometimes hundreds are very hard to rehabilitate and require dramatically declining, as are other North object is making noise, it is not a bat. or even thousands, of Chimney Swifts the care of a skilled bird specialist. American insectivore bird species such as Before settlement of North America, gather at dusk at selected chimneys and The Driftwood Wildlife Association Nighthawks and Whip-poor-wills. There the Chimney Swift likely nested in caves circle above the opening before they all in Austin, Texas promotes conservation are many state and national efforts un- and hollow trees. They have adapted to drop downward to roost almost simultane- of Chimney Swifts through education, derway to develop educational programs human sites and have benefited from the ously for the night. It is a magical site that preservation of their existing habitat, and to stabilize the populations of Chimney construction of house chimneys. They is occurring less and less as large chim- creation of new nesting and roosting sites. 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Dandelion Wine I am the kind of person who tries to waste I am fortunate. I don’t use pesticides nothing. I inherited this trait from my fa- and don’t have a dog so can pick dandeli- Dandelion wine does not require any special equipment to make. Just dande- ther, who was trying to make a living as an ons from anywhere inside my yard. I do lions, some sugar and yeast, oranges and lemons, and pots to boil water in.If artist during the Depression. I’m glad he not recommend picking dandelions where you have dandelions around, give it a try! instilled in me an appreciation for finding dogs may have fertilized them or car value in everything. fumes polluted them. • 1 package dried yeast • 1/4 cup warm water During the summer I don’t have much Some people prefer to make dande- luck with seeds I sow directly into my gar- lion tea from the leaves and/or roots. I • 2 quarts dandelion blossoms den. However, that doesn’t mean I don’t guess they can get the nutrients that way • 4 quarts water eat from my garden. I enjoy what is there, as well. • 1 cup orange juice besides what I plant. When I make a salad One year I made dandelion wine, • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for lunch, my first step is going to the gar- which wasn’t bad. It wasn’t great, but I’m • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice den to find which weeds are available. only a beginner. I missed my chance this • 8 whole cloves year as all the flowers were gone by the • 1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger time I had a thirst for dandelion wine. I • 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped orange peel Dandelions couldn’t find my old recipe so below is an- • 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped lemon peel Luckily, I can usually find a few other you may wish to try. Since it suppos- dandelions in or near my garden through- edly makes four quarts, I suggest making • 6 cups sugar ¼ the recipe the first time. out the summer. Yes, I even eat the large Dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Set aside. tougher leaves. I just pull the leaves off the stem, wash and cut. Wash the dandelion blossoms well. Put them in the water with the orange, Carrot and Radish Tops As the herbalist Gregory Tilford once lemon and lime juices. Add the cloves, ginger, orange and lemon peel, and said, “Dandelion is one of the most com- At a farmers’ market recently I sugar. Bring to a boil and continue to boil for an hour. Strain through filter plete plant foods on earth. All the vital bought a beautiful bouquet of multicol- paper (coffee filters work great). Cool. While still warm (but not hot), stir in the nutrients are conveniently contained in a ored radishes with their green leaves still yeast. single source, in quantities that the body attached. I asked the farmer if he used pes- Let stand overnight and pour into bottles. Allow uncorked bottles to set in a can easily process and fully absorb.” ticides because I eat the leaves. He said he darkened place for three weeks. Then cork and store bottles in a cool place. Dandelions contain over 64 nutrients. didn’t spray but was surprised that I ate Makes about 4 quarts. They have more beta-carotene than car- the greens. I first began eating them when rots, more potassium than bananas, more I couldn’t bear throwing out the larg- lecithin than soybeans, more iron than est part of the plant.I learned that radish Lambs Quarter Wild Mustard spinach and vitamins A, C, E, thiamin and greens have more vitamin C, calcium and riboflavin, calcium, phosphorus and mag- protein than the roots. Radishes are in the I happen to like the silver leaves of Wild mustard loves our garden and nesium. Dandelions supposedly help re- cruciferous family, which are supposed Lamb’s Quarter. The smaller leaves of pops up next to every other plant there. It duce cholesterol and blood pressure while to have anti-cancer properties. They also the young plant or those near the top of is known to be invasive, so eating it may purifying the liver. I understand that it is contain salicyclates, similar to aspirin. an older plant are the most tender.The control the population. Luckily we like its the dandelion’s long root which enables Again, I clean and chop and put them seeds can also be eaten. Lambs Quarter is tangy flavor, and it is rich in vitamins A it to access the nutrients from deep in the in my salad. I do the same with carrot a good source of beta carotene. For a leafy and K. ground. tops. Since I use small quantities, mixed vegetable, Lambs Quarter has one of the I always feel so healthy in the sum- Why then do dandelions have such with “lettuce,” I don’t find the taste of highest amounts of calcium, protein and mer. I like to think it’s in part due to my a bad reputation? Think of all the hours any too strong. Carrot tops are supposed folic acid. It also contains potassium, B scavenging in my own garden. One word wasted trying to eliminate one of the to be a good source of chlorophyll, which vitamin complex, vitamin C, and fiber. of caution. If you’ve never eaten any of healthiest foods on earth. I see dandelion purifies the blood, lymph nodes and adre- If you don’t know what Lambs Quar- the foods I mentioned, begin with small greens being sold at the Reading Terminal nal glands. What a shame to waste them. ter looks like, wait until someone can amounts. Market and other produce stores, so I am Carrot tops are also high in potassium, show you. Years ago, when I was learning how not the only person eating them. which can give them a bitter taste in large to forage, a friend and I made an entire quantities. dinner of unusual plants we found in the field. We ate milkweed, Queen Anne’s Full Time Driver Wanted Lace roots, and other plants. Well, it was Valid Driver’s license required. a little much for my system. 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Thanks to a 2010 grant from the ers Way Farm. Since then the Northwest Weavers Way Environment Committee Tract at Awbury has grown into the Aw- and with the help of volunteers, we are bury Agricultural Village. “In addition to building a cob oven at the Hope Garden. the arboretum’s nature and education pro- Cob is a sustainable building method us- grams, a beautiful greenhouse managed ing clay, straw, and sand. Once complete, by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society the cob oven can be used to bake breads (PHS), and a Penn State hoop house, the and pizza, and cook vegetables right out “village” includes community gardens of the garden. The project will not only and a family farm garden. teach about green building and design, it Long-time coop staff person, Steve will also enable us to provide more cook- Hebden, was the farm’s first manager. ing and nutrition education. Cob is an in- Steve oversaw the cleaning up of the plot credibly hands-on approach to building and planned and supervised the first year’s that encourages communal work and cre- crop. The Weavers Way Farm Committee ative ideas. A “campout under the stars” is was established to make major decisions planned for mid-August. about the direction of the farm. During the first several years, committee members Bike Collective. and several managers provided all of the As noted in an article by Rosanna farm’s labor. Many of the original com- Speller in the July Shuttle (page 5), the mittee members remain involved today. Mt. Airy Bike Collective is now a part of Over the years, the farm grew in size and Weavers Way Community Programs. On amount of food produced, especially when photo by Carly Chelder behalf of the board of directors and staff Glenn Bergman came on board as General Resident Nassir Purdy helps water the crops at Stenton Family Manor Farm of WWCP, a huge welcome to the bike Manager in 2004. Each year, local school collective! Please join me in supporting groups visited the farm to experience ur- or older to participate in volunteer work. participated in farm education each week. this valuable project. ban farming in their own neighborhood. All groups, whether they are coming for In August, we hosted the first Summer From the bike collective website: In January of 2007, Weavers Way farm education lessons or volunteer work, Camp Harvest Celebration to celebrate a http://www.mtairybikecollective.com, hired farmer, David Zelov, an experienced should plan for a 10:1 youth to adult ratio, successful season and partnership. Resi- which I encourage you to visit: horticulturalist, manager, and organic in addition to WWCP staff. Adult chaper- dent participation continued through the farmer. The Co-op also added an adjacent ones are asked to participate in all activi- last harvest in December 2009. The 2009 Our Mission—We are a volunteer plot of land, almost tripling the size of ties. Volunteers may be scheduled to work garden was made possible with generous group sharing knowledge, tools, and re- the farm. As the farm has expanded pro- at the farm or the Hope Garden at Stenton donations from PHS and Weavers Way pair space to foster broad participation duction; it also expanded its educational Family Manor as needed. Speaking of… Farm, as well as funding from several in bike riding, safety, and maintenance. mission. Weavers Way hired David Siller charitable organizations. We promote bike riding within our com- The Hope Garden at munity in collaboration with local bicy- to help David Zelov with the farm and to The 2010 Hope Garden (which was oversee the farm’s educational programs. Stenton Family Manor. cle organizations, clubs, and shops. Our named by the children in 2009) has dual experiences range from life-long bikers After three years of educating thousands goals to increase crop productivity and of youth, David Siller left in 2010, also to In February 2009, WWCP started with expertise in repair to novice riders an organic (not certified) urban garden at educational opportunities. Produce grown eager to expand maintenance and rid- pursue other interests, and Adam Forbes is used in the Stenton kitchen to provide joined the WWCP staff on a cold and Stenton Family Manor, a homeless shel- ing skills. ter for families in Northwest Philadelphia. fresh, healthful food for on-site meals snowy day in February 2010. The Mt. Airy Bike Collective is lo- This collaboration started in 2008 when preparation. Produce that is not needed cated at 542 Carpenter Lane, in the ga- WWCP’s farm education program is we donated farm produce in collabora- by the kitchen manager is sold at area rage across from the Weavers Way Mt. open to students from pre-k to adults. One tion with the Pennsylvania Horticultural markets to supplement grant income and Airy store. For more information, call time visits typically include a farm tour, Society’s City Harvest Program. In 2009, support the on-site summer camp. WWCP 215-70BIKE0 or e-mail MtAiryBikeCol- opportunities to pick and taste crops, and residents and community volunteers as- staff teach farm-based curriculum lessons [email protected]. Open hours are held educational activities. 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Replacing the windows? Using cloth portant consideration. Some projects pay degrees). If your goal requires repeating the ecological ones, in areas such as: bags? Starting to compost? Replacing back sooner than others; some never do. At actions, you must cultivate new habits. health; social & civic; spiritual; educa- showerheads? Installing a geothermal the higher-spending end, many products What is the Likelihood of Success/ tional; and aesthetic pump? Eco to-do lists can be overwhelm- on the market that are good investments Risk of Failure? Replacing light bulbs, Biking is great exercise. Planting ing. In a typical list provided by a utility in terms of eco-impact are not necessar- appliances, and showerheads are projects trees or joining a recycling project with or environmental organization, the cost ily likely to pay back financially, like solar that deliver concrete benefit, all spelled others build social capital and improve of implementation might vary from zero panels or electric composters. Weighing out in consumer research. Planting a gar- the local environment for everyone. Cloth (do your errands on foot), to $35,000 all these factors is personal; there is no den might result in a cornucopia of home- napkins are pretty and feel good to use. (geothermal heating.) Some are simple to correct answer. The easiest upgrades are grown produce, but that produce might Contracting your material possessions, implement (attach a new faucet aerator); buying mass market items. They are easily also be eaten by deer, destroyed by hail, observing a growing garden, or walking in others require a whole crew (insulate your researched, readily available, and not hard infected by bugs, or parched by drought. If the Wissahickon are spiritual disciplines roof). Some are passive so you just do to arrange for installation if you can’t do you don’t like uncertainty, maybe you’re for many. What could be more educational them once, like installing an EnergyStar it yourself. better off joining a CSA and letting the than working with your kids to turn your appliance. Others require ongoing action, What Is the Time Budget? How farmers deal with the vicissitudes of agri- backyard into a certified natural habitat like watering newly planted trees. How much time will it take to implement this culture. Not all technologies are suited to for birds or joining a community garden does one move from green intentions to project? The answer could be a quick a given site. My lust for solar panels met that donates its produce? Choose projects actions? fix, taking ten to 15 minutes of online re- cold reality when a quick Google maps that meet other life goals and needs, lever- This past year a group of us at Ger- search followed by placing your order or a search showed the tree cover around our aging your efforts for greater benefit. mantown Jewish Center launched Green lengthy process of reading books and arti- site. What Floats Your Boat? Do you Mezuzah, a pilot program combining an cles, talking with experts and contractors, Are You Retrofitting or Starting love cooking? Do you hate paying huge eco-sustainability curriculum with per- and scheduling days or weeks of work un- Anew? Winterizing old houses and up- heating bills? Are you planning a kitchen sonal accountability for implementing til completion. Some projects require dai- grading their heating systems are among renovation? Figure out what you enjoy greener lifestyles. 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The soft drink industry receives a $4 bil- position. SNAP participants appear to percent decrease in the price of fruits or tify ways that the programs could foster lion subsidy from taxpayers each year, purchase at least 40 percent more carbon- vegetables, SNAP recipients would in- healthier diets and provide an authorita- according to an editorial in the July 15, ated soft drinks than other consumers do. crease their purchase by 6 or 7 percent. tive basis for Congress to make changes. 2010 issue of American Journal of Pub- At one major supermarket chain, SNAP The federal government’s largest nu- The authors point out that another lic Health by Jonathan D. Shenkin, DDS, participants bought 4.3 percent of carbon- trition education program is also funded powerful means of discouraging soft drink MPH, clinical assistant professor of the ated soft drinks even though they only by SNAP. Called SNAP-Ed, the program consumption is taxation. A federal excise Boston University Henry M. 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Shenkin and Jacobson point out that on that order have been proposed in New According to the editorial, that’s “The Supplemental Nutrition Assis- the USDA actually prohibits the use of York State, Philadelphia, and nationally, about how much carbonated soda is pur- tance Program is intended to help low-in- SNAP-Ed grants for campaigns that steer but have been beaten back by well-funded chased with money from the Supple- come families buy the foods they need to people away from junk foods. USDA industry lobbying and advertising cam- mental Nutritional Assistance Program promote good health. It’s time to question stopped health officials in the city of San paigns. At least 24 states and the city of (SNAP), the program formerly known as whether the program should support the Francisco, and the states of Maine, Cali- Chicago have special sales or excise taxes Food Stamps. And that total doesn’t in- purchase of foods that promote disease,” fornia, and Wyoming from using federal on soda that raise substantial revenues, but clude non-carbonated soft drinks. Consid- said Shenkin. money for programs aimed at reducing aren’t large enough to decrease consump- ering that the overconsumption of sugar- If disallowing the use of SNAP funds soda consumption. 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What we do in our backyards has a and future workshop dates. tree’s massive network direct impact on the Wissahickon Creek. Re-direct downspouts to flow onto of leaves slows rainfall “Stormwater runoff is the number one your lawn or garden. This will direct the during storms, thus re- pollutant to the Wissahickon Creek,” says water where it is needed and keep it off the ducing erosion. For a Joanne Dahme of the Philadelphia Water street. Other infiltration techniques can be list of native plants, vis- Department. “The stormwater, which is found at www.phillyriverinfo.org. it www.fairmountpark. shed from our homes, yards, and streets, org/nativeandinvasive- flows to our street inlets and storm sewers, Build porous patios and walkways. plants.asp. Reducing the amount of impervious sur- and then delivers large quantities directly Keep lawn at four to the creek. This stormwater is tainted by face on your property will reduce runoff and slow down the speed of stormwater. inches. Keeping grass whatever elements it picked up in its at a height of at least path, including oils, gasoline, fertilizers, For driveways, consider using porous as- phalt or special concrete blocks with holes four inches will help it and animal wastes.” The high volume absorb more water as of stormwater also destroys the stream’s that permit rainfall to trickle through. Loose slate with gravel between the rocks well as slow the growth banks and riparian vegetation, depositing of weeds. Also, consider high sediment loads into the Wissahickon can make an environmentally friendly pa- tio. leaving some leaves be- Creek hind when you rake in As a source of Philadelphia’s drink- Don’t use chemicals. Weed killer, the fall; they will form a ing water, the condition of the Wissa- fertilizer, and pesticides can all end up natural mulch that soaks hickon Creek is vitally important. In in the creek. Fertilizers encourage algae up stormwater. growth, which blocks the light needed by 2006, the Friends of the Wissahickon Use sand in the (FOW) launched the Protect Our Water- fish and other creatures, while pesticides kill stream creatures. If you must use winter, not salt. Salt- shed (POW) program to resolve problems ing roads, driveways, caused by excessive stormwater runoff in them, apply chemicals conservatively, and try not to use them right before a storm. and walkways during the Wissahickon. The program identifies snowstorms result in sources of runoff, develops educational Better yet, use organic practices and prod- ucts on your lawn and in your garden. salt flowing down to the programs for property owners, and pro- creek with melted snow. vides conservation easements. In 2007, Dispose of animal waste. Anything Consider purchasing photo courtesy of Friends of the Wissahickon that you leave on the street or sidewalks FOW began offering Backyard Audits non-toxic alternatives, Audubon Advisor Volunteer Coordinator Jeffrey Cook and with Audubon Pennsylvania, to help hom- enters the storm drain on your street, and such as sand. If you Audubon Advisor Toni Ann Flanigan explain the benefits of native eowners in the Wissahickon Watershed re- eventually empties into the Wissahickon must use salt, spread as plants to Mt. Airy homeowners John and Kasia Janick. duce stormwater runoff. Below are some Creek. Always pick up your pet’s waste little as possible. general guidelines for homeowners to re- and dispose of it properly. the creek and encourages stream life. Con- duce tainted stormwater runoff and help Grow a vegetative buffer. 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Prizes are awarded Applications have increased steadily, way about 38 years ago. Three years lat- mill, built by the to the best times and with it our day-to-day costs. The daily er, at about the same time Norman Weiss Rittenhouse family in each age group, charge to clients barely meets the cost of began his tenure as general manager of in 1690.For nearly and every runner the meals themselves. In addition to the Weavers Way, a group of women in Chest- 200 years, the fami- receives a limited food, the organization must cover both nut Hill recognized a need in our area to ly and their workers edition t-shirt. new and ongoing expenses. A committed provide food to the people of Springfield and skilled staff is now in place; direct- lived and worked This fall look Township, Chestnut Hill and Mount Airy ing the volunteers, organizing the routes, along the Paper for our first annual who are unable to shop or cook for them- communicating with the clients about di- Mill Run producing Paws in the Park— selves. The founders, together with the etary needs and billing; creating a website, high quality white a dog walk sched- support of a large group of local volun- and directly helping with fundraising. The paper for printers uled for October teers, began CHMOW. In our efforts to plan is to expand dramatically over the in the region. By 2 at 10 a.m.The th serve the community, CHMOW has re- next five years, with help from neighbor- the end of the 19 photo courtesy of Historic Rittenhousetown entrance fee is $20 cently broadened our charter to include all hood individuals, businesses and organi- century, the mills at per dog. Register at Last year’s 5k Race at Historic Rittenhousetown of Northwest Philadelphia. zations, like Weavers Way. We are in need RittenhouseTown www.rittenhouse- CHMOW has been delivering fresh, of volunteers, board members, immediate had ceased opera- town.org. Each hot meals five days a week with the help financial support to get through this transi- tion and this unique dog will receive a of 50 volunteers. Along with food, our tion period, ongoing financial support for early industrial village became part of limited edition bandana and goodie bag. volunteers also provide a connection to operational expenses, and financial aid to Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park. A century Prizes will be awarded for best costume. the clients: someone to look in on them, cover clients in need of subsidies. later, in 1984, Friends of Historic Ritten- A “Flea Market” will offer food, drink and visit with them, and help them maintain houseTown was founded by 30 volunteers dog-related items for sale.All proceeds We are at an exciting moment, and their independence. We currently charge who joined Hugh Hanson in his dedica- from this Walk benefit Historic Ritten- welcome those who would like to be part $35 a week per client to have our volun- tion to the preservation and interpretation houseTown. of our vision. teers deliver every weekday, including Familyof what Planning would become Council.5-27-10.doc a National Historic If you are interested in helping or par- Landmark District in 1992. 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Airy, USA is a nonprofit commu- The #5 category includes yogurt cups, for storefront and streetscape improve- the works of 15 present-day masters of nity development corporation, founded in sour cream containers, hummus tubs, ments. At the same time, Mt. Airy, USA the Philadelphia Sketch Club represented 1980, for the purpose of revitalizing Ger- some medicine bottles, and more. We launched an affordable housing strat- in Woodmere’s permanent collection, on mantown Avenue in Mt. Airy. For more will ask for a small donation to cover egy supporting nearly 5,000 first-time view through Oct. 17, 2010. “Kindred information, visit www.mtairyusa.org. postage costs of mailing the recycla- homebuyers and struggling homeowners Spirits: Woodmere and the Philadelphia Sketch Club,” a rich selection of works bles to the Gimme 5 processing facility from Woodmere’s permanent collection in New York state. 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Deadline is Oct. 1, www.fow.org or con- can be used as “scrubbers” 2010, at 5 p.m. A winners reception will tact FOW’s office. be held in December at Cedars House Photographers will re- for pots and pans. They in Wissahickon Valley Park, and photos tain the rights to their can also be used in the will be showcased there and at Valley photographs, but FOW Green Bank’s Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy retains the right to use garden. branches. all photo contest sub- Cut them so they form FOW photographers may submit missions on its website work in five categories: people; wildlife, and in its publications. a sheet and use to cover landscape; structures; and FOW activities. Entries should be young basil and other A $100 prize will be awarded for Best in sent to the FOW office Photo by Melvin Chappell, winner of Best in Show in FOW’s 2008 Photo Contest delicate plants so they can Show. First place winners in each catego- at 8708 Germantown ry will receive $50. Second place winners Ave., Philadelphia, PA with Fairmount Park to restore historical get a head start before the in each category will receive a gift cer- 19118. For complete submission guide- structures throughout the park, eliminate rabbits find them. tificate. First place winners in two Junior lines, rules, and an official entry form, invasive plant species, monitor watershed Competitions (under age 12 and ages 13- visit www.fow.org/contest.php or stop by management issues, and restore trails 17) will receive $25 each. FOW’s office at 8708 Germantown Ave. throughout the park system with its Sus- “The Wissahickon has always in- For more information, contact Heather tainable Trails Initiative. For more infor- spired artists and photographers,” says Davis Jones at [email protected] or mation, visit www.fow.org. 215-247-0417. Jay Goldstein, President and CEO of Val- ~ [email protected] ley Green Bank. “The Friends of the Wis- Valley Green Bank, with its head- sahickon captures that spirit of creativity quarters at 7226 Germantown Ave. in Mt. with this photo contest that encourages Airy, a branch at 23 W. Highland Ave. in amateur photographers to participate. Val- Chestnut Hill, and a commercial loan of- ley Green Bank is pleased to support not fice in Radnor, is a locally-owned and op- only the excellent work of FOW, but also erated in Pennsylvania commercial bank. the efforts of friends and neighbors who The bank was formed by community and participate in this contest.” business leaders who make customer ser- vice a priority. Valley Green Bank is a member of FDIC and an Equal Housing C O - O P Lender. I N F O R M A T I O N The Friends of the Wissahickon, founded in 1924, is a non-profit organiza- Mt. Airy tion dedicated to maintaining the Wissa- 559 Carpenter Lane, 215-843-2350 hickon Valley. 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They are out there espousing what The congress would be made up of the many organizations strewn across the kind of America they envision. They are organizing. On July 4th, they were at Inde- northwest. After a founding meeting, each representative would go back to their mem- pendence Plaza talking their talk. The liberals, progressives, the left were nowhere to bers, to come back some weeks later to the congress and discuss their vision along be seen. with the other visions so represented. This is not to say I agree with their “revision” of our country, blindsided as it is to Issues would be hammered out and taken back to each member organization to their own selfish, parochial interests. But they are there. discuss, agree/disagree, revise, whatever. They would again come back to the con- And for those of us who have a different vision, where were we on July 4th? gress, and little by little, a declaration, a vision of an “America to be” would take form. Where are we now? Still grasping for straws from a president who continues to let the Once agreed upon, the congress would announce it via flyers in supermarkets, air out of the high hopes he held up for so many after his nomination in Chicago. Just co-ops, civic groups, community centers, churches, and the media. We are so lucky in look at his dropping the ball on the “public option” and his “Bush- branded surge” in these days of papers disappearing to have healthy, thriving community newspapers in Afghanistan. And his “withdrawal in ‘11” is a joke. the northwest. They would most certainly publicize our formation and provide cover- Well, it’s high time we who live in the most progressive section of the city— age. the northwest—stop grasping at those illusions and deal with reality. As the brilliant This declaration would be a “stimulus document” for the people to read, reflect writer Paul Krugman said recently, “Our government is dysfunctional ominously.” upon, discuss and consolidate… a progressive vision of a more advanced form of de- And Laurence Lessig, Harvard law professor, stated, “There will be no change until mocracy than the one we live in now. Without a vision, without dreams, yes and strug- we change.” gle, there is no progress. People are looking for something other than what we have. There is obviously so much to criticize in this nation from a progressive point of And, finally, for those of you who are infected with the cynicism that permeates view. But we still have the freedom to organize in this country. Let’s use that freedom. our society, take hold with what Margaret Mead said. “Never doubt that a small group So, we in the northwest should be espousing our vision of a cooperative democ- of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that racy, the kind of America we would like to live in, in contrast to “taking back” adys- ever has.” functional one a la the Tea Partyists. She had it right, still has it right, and it will always be right. ~ Lawrence H. Geller

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s: “Thanks for cheese specials—robiola is a favorite cheese, and I was pleased to s: “I bought Lakewood organic Pure Car- see it.” rot Juice last week and discovered, upon drinking it, that it contains one r: (Margie) Thanks for the feedback. Ro- percent lemon juice, giving it a tart taste We are the best biola is also one of my favorites. We’ll and ruining the pure carrot taste I had continue to stock this item in the spe- expected. If you are used to pure carrot of the best. cialty case in our Mt. Airy store. juice, this item is not that, I would sug- When it comes gest getting non adulterated 100 percent s: “Can we stock an assortment of “Man- pure carrot juice. Thank you.” na” breads? And raw nut butters please, r: (Chris) Sorry you were dissapointed to food we especially almond.” by the Lakewood juice. “Biotta” brand r: (Chris) Our Chestnut Hill store, which carrot juice does not contain any lemon rock-it! has more display freezer space than Mt. juice. It lists “99 percent carrot juice, Airy store, has Manna Fruit & Nut bread dairy-free lactic acid” as ingredients. and Manna Carrot Raisin. CH store also See Chris or Norman to preorder a case • Great Food has some raw nut butters. Some raw nut of six 17-oz bottles for $34.95. • Great Prices butters are available as a preorder, mini- mum three jars, see Chris or Norman for c a t e r i n g • Jewish Specialties details.

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As part of our effort to pay down debt, we are We’ve done the math, and it definitely works to our offering our members a$ 100 discount card if they advantage. We think it works to yours, as well. add $400 to their equity account. Every member is Suggestions eligible. Whether you already have $30 in equity For more information, visit: or $400, investing another $400 gets you an $100 www.weaversway.coop or call membership at by Norman Weiss discount card. Now. 215-843-2350 ext.119. Purchasing Manager

Greetings and thanks for writing. As usual, suggestions and responses may have been edited for brevity, clarity, and/ or comedy. Our new store in Chestnut Hill has resulted in a sudden and substantial in- crease in membership—more than 800 new members since the store opened. The over-budget sales (by 50%) sales and membership increases would seem to in- dicate Chestnut Hill was a good location for opening store, and that the store is op- erating in a way that successfully meets the neighborhood’s needs for both healthy food and sense of community. So far so good, and kudos to all the people who made it happen. Yesterday I learned from Kirsten, our Membership Manager, that there is another expansion of membership going on, one that no one expected, is somewhat shocking, and is not local. This past week we’ve gotten more than 20 new member photo by Lawrence Goldfarb households from all over the First-time equity payments made since April 1, 2010, and payments made as part of the “30 in thirty” equity campaign may be applied towards the $400 investment as part of this campaign. To qualify, applicable equity investments must remain in equity account for a minimum of five years. (continued on page 28)

Welcome to Weavers Way What is Weavers Way Co-op? Cooperative Association Weavers Way is a Food Co-op, a grocery store that is owned by its members—the people who shop We encourage all new or prospective members to attend an orientation meeting, here. where they can learn all about our co-op, our stores and our member work program. If you have not already joined, you can do so at the meeting, and you will also learn Because our owners are our shoppers, we don’t try more about Weavers Way and all that your co-op has to offer, including member to make a profit selling unhealthful food at high benefits and our Working Member program. prices. Instead, we sell the food our shoppers want Orientations dates are listed below and are also posted on our website at us to sell—healthful, natural, and local foods, some grown and prepared www.weaversway.coop. Mt. Airy meetings are held at 555 Carpenter Lane. right in our own neighborhoods. We buy local, we support fair trade, Chestnut Hill meetings take place at the Center for Enrichment, 8431 Germantown and we are committed to our community, because we are owned by our Avenue. Ogontz meetings are held in our Ogontz store, at 2129 72nd Ave. Reserva- community. The dollars you spend here stay here, either invested in the tions are suggested and will help us prepare. Please complete the form below and re- co-op and the community, or distributed right back to the members who turn it to any of our stores, so we will know which meeting you will attend. Meetings last approximately forty-five minutes to an hour and will include a brief store tour. support us. We look forward to seeing you there! Although we are owned by our members—and membership is Weavers Way Ogontz Store/West Oak Lane important to what we do—we are very much open to the public: 2129 72nd Ave. (intersection of Ogontz Ave., Walnut Lane & 72nd Ave.) everyone is welcome to shop, and everyone is welcome to join. Tuesday, August 10, 6:45 p.m. • Tuesday, September 14, 6:45 p.m. You can learn more about Weavers Way at www.weaversway.coop, Weavers Way Co-op Offices/Mt. Airy 555 W. Carpenter Lane contact Member Outreach Coordinator Ebony Debrest at outreach@ Tuesday, August 17, 6:45 p.m. • Tuesday, September 7, 6:45 p.m. weaversway.coop, or better yet, stop in for a shop, or just to look around, at our stores in Chestnut Hill Center for Enrichment/Chestnut Hill West Mt. Airy, West Oak Lane, and Chestnut Hill. 8431 Germantown Ave (parking entrance on E. Highland Ave.) Tuesday, August 24, 6:45 p.m. • Tuesday, September 21, 6:45 p.m.

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