Weavers Way Holiday Hours Closed: December 25 & January 1 Monday, December 24 Monday, December 31 Chestnut Hill: Chestnut Hill: 7 am - 6 pm 7 am - 7 pm Mt Airy: Mt Airy: JANUARY 13 - 19 9 am - 6 pm 9 am - 7 pm Members get an additional 5% off their purchases! The Shuttle December 2012 Vol. 41 No. 12 A Cooperative Grocer Serving the Northwest Community Since 1973 Fall Meeting Rebates Mean Real Money Weavers Way Cancelled Due Mt. Airy Now to Hurricane Open 8 to 8 by Jon McGoran, Shuttle Editor by Jon McGoran, Shuttle Editor

Weavers Way’s Fall General Member- In response to many requests over the ship Meeting, which had been scheduled years from members and other shoppers, to take place at Morris Arboretum on business hours at Weavers Way Mt. Airy Sunday, Oct. 28, was cancelled due to have been expanded to 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Hurricane Sandy. The board of directors opening an hour earlier. voted at the November board meeting not The expanded hours took effect early to reschedule the meeting, but instead to in November and have already been popu- include in this issue of the Shuttle writ- lar with shoppers. Shoppers have been ar- ten versions of the main reports that would riving early to pick up groceries on their have been delivered at the meeting (see way to work, and also to buy lunches for pages 6 to 8). themselves or their kids. It remains to be decided whether Some people just like to shop earlier. other items from the agenda for the Fall photo by Jon McGoran “Saturdays in particular have been General Membership Meeting will be in- Penka Slavova, pictured here surrounded by her children, Lily, Graham, and Isabella, was one cooking, but we’ve seen a lot of traffic cluded in the Spring General Membership of the Co-op’s highest rebate recipients, with a cash rebate of $55.96 and a total rebate of the other mornings as well,” said Mt. Airy Meeting, which is scheduled to take place $279.80. “I think it’s important to shop at Weavers Way, and I try to do all my shopping there, because of the commitment to the environment and social justice, the investment in my Store Manager Rick Spalek. “The shop- in May (barring any untimely catastrophic community, and also my family’s health,” says Penka. “The Co-op isn’t always the cheapest, so it pers are telling us they love it.” superstorms). is great to get some of that money back in member rebates.” CreekSide Co-op Now Open! Weavers Way Members Support by Jon McGoran, Shuttle Editor WWCP in a Big Way

CreekSide Co-op officially opened for by Mira Rabin, WWCP Board President business on Friday, November 9, after two trial days of slightly limited opera- Patronage rebate Annual Appeal tions, November 7 and 8. Offering sus- In a strong show of support for the farm This is also the season when WWCP tainably raised produce, kosher meats, education and school marketplace pro- writes to Weavers Way members and asks organic bulk foods, a café and community grams of Weaver Way Community Pro- them to make a year-end gift to support meeting place, the new co-op has enjoyed grams (WWCP), members like you have our work. When you receive your letter, brisk sales and plenty of excitement, from donated over $8,000 of patronage rebates please give generously so that we can sup- members and nonmember shoppers alike. in the first nine days that the rebate was port and expand our programs to improve Housed in the former home of Ashbourne available. Our “rebate carrot” is almost healthy food access and choices for chil- Market, CreekSide has already brought a all filled in, but we still need your help to dren in Northwest Philadelphia. We are in- noticeable and much welcomed increase reach our goal of $10,000 in rebate dona- creasingly dependent on individual donor in foot traffic and activity to the Elkins tions. If you have not already done so, support as the foundation landscape shifts, photo by Jon McGoran Park commercial district. please donate your rebate to WWCP when and your support of WWCP allows you to CreekSide Co-op shoppers are thankful you check out. It might be a small amount, promote your values about food and com- for their new store as they shop for their Thanksgiving feasts. but it makes a big difference. Thank you. munity right where you live. Look for ex- citing news about our staff and programs (continued on page 16) in the weeks ahead, and thank you.

Weavers Way Cooperative Association Presorted Standard Inside... 559 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119 U.S. www.weaversway.coop POSTAGE PAID Co-op News Community News CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED Philadelphia, PA Farm News ...... 2 Philly Needs a Land Bank ...... 10. . Permit No. 2658 Product News ...... 3 . . Morris Arboretum News ...... 16 . Holiday Book Drive ...... 4 . . FOW Sustainable Trails Initiative . . . . .17 . Education Committee Music Workshop . . .4 . Weird Waste Day, Nov . 10 ...... 19. . Membership Meeting Reports . . . . . 6 . -8 Grants for MA, CH Teachers ...... 21 . Manager’s Corner ...... 10 Music at Woodmere ...... 23 . . Suggestions ...... 24 . . RUST Comes to MAAG ...... 277 . 2 The Shuttle December 2012 Editor’s Harvest on Henry a Huge Success! Note by Nina Berryman, Henry Got Crops Farm Manager by Jon McGoran, The weather was perfect and Henry Ave Shuttle Editor was lined with cars! Our second annual Harvest on Henry festival was a huge suc- So the first battle in the war for the Right cess. CSA members, Saul families and to Know goes to the forces of darkness. I neighbors all came together to enjoy the call them that because they want to keep farm. The hay ride was perhaps the most people in the dark about what they eat. popular event, and the sheep and baby And also because of the obvious ties be- goat stole everyone’s hearts. There was tween Monsanto and Satan. (Turns out always a line at the food trucks, The Spot, there was a merger in the eighties. It was and Birds of Paradise. Pumpkin painting originally planned as an acquisition, but was perhaps the busiest table of all the with such operational synergies and com- children’s activities. It was great to see plementary management cultures, they the farm full of so many people, listen- settled on a one-for-one stock swap.) ing to the live music, and enjoying good On November 6, California’s Propo- food and good company. Our goal was to sition 37, which would have mandated raise $2,000 for discounted shares and do- labeling of foods containing genetically nating food to the Saul cafeteria in 2013. modified organisms (GMOs), was de- We exceeded our goal, thanks to, literally, feated. This was despite polls just two the hundreds of people who showed up to photo by Larry Goldfarb months earlier showing that 65 percent of support the farm. The event was possible Saul students Rachel Lear (left) and Marissa Broady (center) share their Weavers Way pride Californians supported the measure, and only through the cooperation of many gen- with a member of the community at the Harvest on Henry Fair. surveys showing consistently that 90 per- (continued on page 8) cent of Americans believe GMOs should be labeled. (To put that in context, only 47 percent of Americans believe in evolu- tion—and that’s including the 32 percent who believe in evolution “guided” by God; survival of the fit-theist?) WWCP Urban So, what happened? Well, $48.7 mil- lion happened. That’s how much oppo- Farm Bike Tour nents—led by Monsanto—spent to get their message out. That much money buys by Clare Hyre, WWCP Henry Got a lot of message, but what message was it? Crops! CSA Farm Educator Partly it was, “You are getting sleepy,” but the rest focused on cataclys- On Saturday, October 13, I was joined mic estimates of the cost to consumers if by three farm apprentices and an educa- manufacturers had to tell people what was tion intern for a bike tour of West Phila- in their food. (And to be fair, if Prop 37 delphia farm education programs. Our had passed, its opponents would have im- first stop was Mill Creek Farm at 49th and mediately started spending millions more Brown Streets, where we were greeted by to have it repealed.) A rigorous analysis a lively farm stand with samples of pasta of the initiative shows that the actual cost and squash, as well as delicious-looking, would have be somewhere between noth- just-harvested vegetables. Jo Rosen (the ing and about a buck and a quarter per farm manager) took us on a tour of the household. photo by Heather Zimmerman farm and told us the amazing history of But what if that analysis was wrong? Pictured here at the farewell tea party for departing WWCP Farm Ed Staffers Leor Winston and an unusual start—how the owners got a What if the cost of labeling all those Kestrel Plump, are (l to r) Rick Rigutto, Kateyln Melvin, Kestrel Plump (with Willow), Mira Rabin, storm water management grant and were GMOs turned out to be two or even three Shelley Hedlund (with Tucker), Leor Winston, Janet Boys, Jon McGoran, Nina Berryman, Carly able to start a farm with that funding. At Chelder (with Alexander), and Beth Miner. The event as held at Awbury Arboretum’s Cope times higher? With 13 million households House. the farm, we noticed their green roof, ac- in California, that could conceivably cost tive bee hives, cob house, and pizza oven. as much as, well, let’s see: three times I couldn’t help picking up a sweet Mill $1.25 multiplied by 13,000,000 house- Creek Farm t-shirt, then we were off to holds, that’s… $48.7 million. Preston’s Paradise, on Preston Street in Wow, that is a lot of money. West Philadelphia. The Shuttle is published by We were very lucky to find Ryan Weavers Way Co-op Kluck at Preston’s Paradise, an urban Deadlines for each issue are homestead, outside in his yard harvesting the first of the preceding month, e.g., December 1 for the January issue. sweet potatoes. “I forgot all about ya’ll coming,” he said, but was happy to show For information about advertising, us his urban farm. In his tiny yard there contact [email protected], or call 215-843-2350, ext. 135 was a small plot of vegetables, chickens, and an amazing cob greenhouse. Down Statement of Policy Articles should be under 500 words and the street, he had planted an orchard for can be submitted on disk at Weavers Way some neighbors and he said there were Mt. Airy or by e-mail to editor@weaversway. coop. Be sure to include your name, phone other small plots they were working with number, and membership number within all around the neighborhood. the document. The purpose of The Shuttle is to provide members with information “Folks who are passionate about food tend to feel “I really love farming,” said Kluck, about co-ops, health food practices, and other matters of interest to the members as strongly that everyone should have “but now we are focusing on getting the consumers and citizens of the community. food distribution going.” Look out for Articles express only the views of the writers access to fabulous food.” and not those of the Co-op or the board of Kluck and his partners in their food truck directors, unless identified as such. Articles, on Lancaster Avenue. The food truck is a letters, comments, criticisms, and sugges- tions are welcome and should be directed partnership between Greensgrow Farms to the editor. Space limitations require that and Preston’s Paradise. the editor have the right to edit all articles. Ad rates are available upon request, at our Our next stop was the Urban Nutri- stores, online at www.weaversway.coop, or tion Initiative University City High School via e-mail at [email protected]. All ads must be submitted electronically, or Garden where we stopped to eat lunch. camera-ready with prior arrangement, and Their farm educator, was not around but should be submitted with payment. Products or services advertised in this paper should we were able to walk around the garden not in any way be construed to be endorsed and discuss farm education models and by Weavers Way Co-op. the differences between the for-profit model and non-profit establishments. Af- The Shuttle ter lunch we snuck over to the Green Line is printed on 100% recycled paper (continued on page 7) December 2012 the shuttle 3

Heirloom Apples Vs. Hybrids Watermelon Radish, by Stephanie Kane, Local Produce Buyer Red Walnuts and Feta Salad Heirloom varieties of tomatoes—those desired variety is basically tied in to a slit beautifully ugly ones you see in the store in a sapling. The branches of the origi- from the Weavers Way farm, and in farm- nal sapling are cut back, and it grows the ers markets across the city—have gained fruit of the tree that has been grafted on a lot of popularity in the past five years to it. It is a remarkable process, and you or so. I was thinking can actually graft dif- about this in terms ferent fruits on to one of apples this season, sapling to have a tree where it seems like grow multiple variet- everyone is clamor- ies of apples! ing for the exciting The Golden De- new varieties. I’ve licious is a great ex- come to find many of ample of an old heir- the varieties of apples loom variety that is with the most flavor— used for this purpose. like Gold Rush, Pink Many of the newer Lady, and Jonagold— varieties like the Gold are all relatively new, Rush and Jonagold, generally from around have this apple as one the 1980s. The heir- of its parents. I’ve re- looms, like McIntosh, ceived a few questions Golden Delicious, and about newer apple va- Jonathan, are very old rieties, like Jazz® and varieties that don’t This easy showstopper salad makes a great addition to your holiday photo courtesy of the University of Minnesota SweeTango®, which get much respect in are both newly devel- table. Serves four. today’s market. Many Zestar! Apples. Don’t forget the exclamation point! oped hybrids. Thanks of these were “discov- to the foodies at the • 4 cups baby arugula • 1/4 cup golden balsamic vinegar ered” centuries ago. They are typically New Yorker, people across the country are • 4 watermelon radishes • 1 tsp sugar used for baking, and are often less desir- already getting excited about these apples, • 1/2 cup red walnuts, halved • 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil able. If you’ve read the Botany of Desire which have barely come into existence. (my favorite book by Michael Pollan), • 1 shallot • salt and pepper to taste Jazz® and SweeTango® are both you know that apples are not grown from • 1 cup crumbled feta seed. Apples, like almost all fruit trees, “club” varieties, meaning they are trade- are grafted. A cutting from the tree of the (continued on page 21) Cut off ends of radishes and slice in 1/4” half moons. Dice shallot. In a large bowl, combine arugula, radishes and shallot. Pour golden balsamic in a bowl with sugar, salt and pepper until sugar New Beef, Oven-Ready Chicken and salt dissolves. Then whisk in the oil slowly until combined. Add to salad and toss together gently. Entrees from the Meat Dept. Portion out salad onto four plates. Sprinkle feta on top. Sprinkle walnuts on top of feta. by Jon McGoran, Shuttle Editor Rebecca Torpie

Red Walnuts New, Dramatic, and Exclusive to Weavers Way by Richard Josiassen

Red walnuts? I’d never seen such a thing before a month ago. They are a gorgeous plum colored nut with a mild unique fla- Photo by Jon McGoran vor and no acidic aftertaste. They make Meat and Prepared Foods Staffers Shalia Lincoln, Dale Kinley, Gabbreell James, Rick Neth, a delicious snack and they are a beautiful Apollo Heidelmark, Jenna Balaban, and Siara Wilbanks. looking nut as well. They brighten up any dish—salads, baked goods, deserts, and so Aspen Ridge Beef DeBragga Dry Aged Beef many others. Weavers Way is proud to introduce As- In December we will also start carry- Red walnuts are new! They were pen Ridge, our new line of naturally grown ing dry aged beef from DeBragga. “This originally created at the University of beef products. Aspen Ridge products are beef is aged in a temperature-controlled California at Davis by grafting Persian grown by small farmers, without the use environment, and the meat is like butter,” red-skinned walnuts onto larger and of growth hormones or antibiotics, and are says Rick. “You don’t even need a knife creamier English walnuts. This means never fed animal by-products. It replaces for it.” We will be introducing the bone- that they were created using the centuries Meyers Beef, which had become more ex- in rib steak, cowboy steaks, and bone in old natural methods of grafting and cross- pensive, and was sometimes inconsistent Delmonicos, as well as New York strips, pollination—no genetic engineering. The regarding supply and delivery. We will with and without the bone. red walnuts are only red on the inside, the be carrying the entire Aspen Ridge line, tree and the shells look just like the typical photo by Richard Josiassen including filet mignon, rib eyes, Delmo- New Oven Ready Organic English walnut. To retain their red color, nicos, New York strips, T-bones, porter- Chicken Dishes the individual walnuts are shelled and house, and ground beef. Custom cuts can handled very carefully. And the growers Also new to Weavers Way are our be prepared to order. “This beef is natural- take great care to maintain the beautiful own store-made oven ready chicken dish- op has developed an exclusive marketing ly sweet, and naturally tender,” says Rick red layer. es, including Chicken Kiev, Chicken Cor- relationship with G & N Creekside Farms, Neth, who works in the meat department don Bleu, Stuffed Boneless Breasts, and These walnuts are late-producing, so one of the original walnut farms in North- in both Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill. “I’ve Stuffed Whole Fryers. These products are they are available at the end of fall and ern California. There are dozens of ways grilled it without any seasoning and the made with Bell and Evans chickens and in the winter. The red walnut trees grow the unique flavor and pleasing aroma taste is phenomenal.” Keep your eye out all-organic ingredients. We plan on hav- slower. The walnuts themselves are larger from these walnuts can adorn your holi- for occasional specials. In December, we ing these products available seven days a and the shells are a little harder than other day meals. Weavers Way is now carrying will have specials on bottom round roasts, week, so if you don’t see them, just ask! walnut varieties. As a result, they are rare, Northern California Red Walnuts direct rump roasts, extra lean stewing beef, few are grown, and supplies are limited. from the G & N Creekside Farms in beau- 85/15 ground beef (15 percent fat), and The good news is that Weavers Way Co- tiful Butte County, California. 93/7 extra lean ground (seven percent fat). 4 The Shuttle December 2012 Education Committee Presents Weavers Way Joins Valley Green Music Workshop Bank, Big Blue Marble for Fifth by Larry Schofer, Education Committee Chair Annual Holiday Book Drive Two big musical events are coming to the and attendees of that concert have been re- Weavers Way community this winter, both questing a return engagement ever since. by Lesley Seitchik, Valley Green Bank sponsored by the education committee. This time the entire Philadelphia commu- nity is invited to hear a concert of music Workshop In the holiday spirit, Valley Green Bank the global economy when they grow up. from the American folk tradition, from is holding its fifth annual local book Every new book donated will be in the On Sunday, December 2, from 1 to 4 South Africa, Corsica, the Balkans, and drive from November 23 thru December hands of an amazing child who is hungry p.m., Vermont singer, composer, perform- Caucasian Georgia. Northern Harmony, 31, 2012. Mastery Charter’s six elemen- to learn. It’s really awesome and we are er, and teacher Brendan Taaffe will lead based in New England, always comes up tary schools will be the recipients of this just thrilled Valley Green Bank chose us an afternoon workshop of a wide variety with surprising twists in its concerts. year’s collection. The book drive encour- for this honor.” of folk music – blue grass, shape-note The group is led by Larry Gordon, ages families to donate new or gently used Shayna Wolfson, Apprentice School tunes from 19th century New England, who has been making community mu- children’s books, preschool through eight Leader for Instruction at the Harrity Cam- songs from Ireland, the Balkans, France, sic in Vermont since the early 1970s. He grade. pus echoed the positive reactions of all the and Caucasian Georgia, and songs that founded Village Harmony in 1989, and his Bins to collect the books will be in participating teachers, “Last year’s book Brendan has brought back from his recent patient and relaxed, yet demanding, teach- Valley Green Bank’s locations at 7226 drive enabled all 850 Harrity students to go collecting trip to Zimbabwe. ing style and his collaborative approach Germantown Avenue in Mt. Airy and 23 home with a free book. It was wonderful to Brendan is an accomplished teacher have shaped the welcoming atmosphere W. Highland Avenue in Chestnut Hill see all of our students happy and excited to and performer. He will hold the workshop of the Village Harmony community since and at both Weavers Way Co-op stores – read their new book! Reading is our num- in a private home in Mt. Airy, limited to 20 the beginning. He is a vital figure in New at 559 Carpenter Lane in Mt Airy and at ber one goal and the book drive enabled people. Pre-registration is required—$35 England shape-note singing, and he is the 8424 Germantown Avenue in Chestnut us to get a book in every child’s hands.” general, $30 for Weavers Way members. music editor of the popular Northern Har- Hill. Big Blue Marble Bookstore at 551 Mastery Charter Schools is a nationally Contact Larry Schofer at 215-248-3762 or mony shape-note songbook. Larry is an Carpenter Lane is also participating as a recognized leader in school turnarounds. [email protected]. inspired organizer with an unerring eye collection site, and is offering a ten-per- Mastery currently operates twelve schools for good repertoire and a unique knack of Concert cent discount on all books purchased and in Philadelphia serving 8,000 students in pulling together interesting combinations contributed to this book drive. grades K through 12. Mastery believes of singers and letting them shine. He is By popular demand, Northern that educational inequity is the most well known nationally and internationally “There is no better way to support Harmony will return to Mt. Airy for a pressing social problem facing the coun- for leading stunning periodic ad hoc in- our children than to encourage them to be concert of world music on Friday eve- try—the civil rights issue of the day. Mas- carnations of Northern Harmony, a semi- avid, accomplished readers,” says Valley ning, March 1, at the Unitarian Church tery exists to solve the problem and be- professional tour group made up largely Green Bank President and CEO Jay Gold- on Lincoln Drive. Admission is $15 for lieves in its mission that all students learn of veteran Village Harmony singers. stein. “As we all know, reading is a key adults, $12 for Weavers Way members to success in pursuing a lifetime of learn- the academic and personal skills they need and people under 16, and free for children Northern Harmony has toured the ing.” to succeed in higher education to compete under 10. Eastern U.S. and Europe each spring for in the global economy and pursue their a number of years. More information is Mastery Charter Schools’ CEO Scott dreams. 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Please contact Chuck Staples at Winder Real Estate 7208 Germantown Ave. Phila. PA 19119 phone: 215-247-1000 fax 215-247-4140 [email protected] December 2012 the shuttle 5 Growth of Dining for Women Allows More Follow Up Gifts of All Sorts by Margaret Guthrie Across the Way by Martha Fuller, Wellness and The news from Dining for Women con- end they have encouraged eco-tourism as to have a safe birth. As a direct result of Personal Care Manager tinues to be good. The organization is a way to combat the encroachment of 21st our work, gender issues, family planning growing as quickly as new chapters can be century oil and gas exploitation of fragile education, and the recognition of wom- en’s health as key to community health added and assimilated. The growth of the ecosystems. Much damage has already It’s time for holiday sharing, and whether were met with a new openness and great organization now enables us to not only been done to the fragile ecosystems of it’s for a beloved family member, a col- enthusiasm. We expanded into new areas make a substantial investment each month the Ecuadorean and Peruvian rain forests league, a friend or anyone else, we have of the territory and laid the groundwork in an organization dedicated to improving from the unbridled oil and gas extraction, many new companies and products for for the best year ever in 2012!” the lives of women and children in devel- to say nothing of the despoilation of land your perusal, as well as some of our shop- oping countries, but additional smaller and water sacred to the indigenous popu- Those of us who take for granted per faves. grants to previous recipients to sustain the lations. The Pachamama Alliance is work- modern hospitals with every medical “ne- We have local jewelers whose items work already undertaken. ing to protect the lands and the people in cessity” in case of need have a difficult sparkle—Spoil Yourself, Saffron Cre- this area in a variety of ways. time visualizing going off alone into the In September, the Southeastern Penn- ations, Roadside Linen Arts, and J Jew- jungle to have that baby! To help end this sylvania regional chapters co-sponsored Now, through their Jungle Mamas el. We have hair barrettes, earrings, and practice with a small check this month a screening of the first episode of the project, they are focusing on empowering necklaces. Shopping local never looked seems like a real no-brainer. Anyone who mini-series “Half the Sky,” based on the the indigenous women and communities so beautiful. book by Nicolas Kristof and Sheryl Wu- of the Ecuadorian rainforest to ensure safe has not yet been to a Dining for Women When it comes to body care prod- dun. This was a big success, both from birthing and the health and well-being of dinner and would like to see what it’s like ucts, we have two exquisite soap com- the standpoint of the food we provided the Achuar people. “We used to think we to come, eat very well, learn more about panies—Beekman’s COPA Soaps and and the turnout that filled the WHYY au- had to go into the jungle alone to birth our the current recipient, and meet some real- Scents By Eilena—that will clean, soothe ditorium almost to overflowing. The first babies. Now, thanks to Jungle Mamas we ly interesting women in your community, and moisturize. Bubble baths and lotions episode deals with the rescue of girls from know there’s a better, safer way.” please contact Betsy Teutsch at betsy@ are always welcome in the winter. The EO the sex trafficking that goes on in Cam- betsyteutsch.com. She will be happy to The Jungle Mamas project has ex- company’s Everyone items, especially the bodia, with girls as young as three years plug you into whichever November meet- panded both its geographic reach and its men’s line, have been quite popular. We old being rescued from brothels where ing fits your schedule. activities, evolving into a comprehensive have lotion tubes that are airline approved they’ve been sold to the owners for use as First anniversary news—the triplet community health and sanitation initia- if you find yourself traveling by plane this sex slaves. (One of Dining for Women’s chapters formed through Weavers Way tive. One example was the installation of season. recent grant recipients is an organization composting toilets in two Achuar commu- are now a year old. As a way of celebrat- Handmade Expressions is new to in Cambodia that works with the rescued nities to prevent soil and water contamina- ing, we are having a communal gathering Weavers Way. The company is a member girls to educate them and give them new tion. This project improves access to clean of all three chapters together and have de- of the Fair Trade Federation and its prod- and productive lives.) Check listings for drinking water, reducing infant and child cided to assist the Stenton Manor Family ucts proudly say that they are “building the local PBS stations for a full showing mortality rates, and improving general Homeless Shelter as a beneficiary. We are partnerships for responsible trade.” We of this very important miniseries. community health. helping them with their holiday prepara- tions so that residents of the shelter will have many of their bags including, yoga November’s recipient of the Dining The Jungle Mamas Program is de- not be forgotten. Our Mother’s Day Tea mat bags and carrying bags, beautiful jew- for Women grant will be Pachamama’s signed to eliminate all preventable deaths raised enough money that a substantial elry pieces, and assorted pieces of cloth- Jungle Mamas project. The Pachamama in childbirth of mothers and babies, and to donation was made to Weavers Way Com- ing. Andes Gifts has been an important Alliance was formed in 1997 to empower improve community health by focusing on munity Programs. It is WWCP that works company for Weavers Way Mt. Airy for indigenous peoples of the Amazon rain- the education of women, family planning with Stenton Manor at the Hope Gar- many, many years—come see their ex- forest in Peru and Ecuador to preserve education, and improving environmental den so we are tying two entities formed cellent Fair Trade scarves, hats, glittens, their lands and culture and, using insights health. Some accomplishments: “Over 60 through Weavers Way together. We feel mittens and fingerless gloves. We carry gained from that work, to educate and Safe Birthing Kits have been given out in that while our emphasis is on women and apparel for adults and babies. inspire individuals everywhere to create 2011, and trained Birth Attendants have children in developing countries, we need DZI and Triloka offer us ornaments, a thriving and sustainable world. To that supported every recipient receiving a Kit to remember our near neighbors in need felted woolen birds, bird houses, jewelry, as well. Watch for news about this impor- and candle accessories. Training N.W. Phila. for 4 years! tant celebration in the next issue. ~ [email protected] Premier Pilates Experience using Balanced Body Equipment Weavers Way Discount Participant • Scheduled group classes. You decide when and how often to attend. It’s your choice. ------• We also offer Privates, Duets and Trios Therapy for Individuals and Couples by appointment. • Ten classes $250, 20 Classes $440. Stress Management All credit cards accepted. Coping with Life Changes, 5904 Greene St. (at Rittenhouse) Fear, Anxiety, Depression, Grief Philadelphia, PA 19144 Increase Serenity in Your Life 215.848.3275 Gloria D. Rohlfs, L.S.W. Weavers Way Discount Participant Sliding Fee Scale, Insurance For class schedules, please visit: www.PilatesInGermatown.com 215.248.6287 [email protected] WEAVERS WAY MEMBER WORKSHOPS SINGING WORKSHOP WITH BRENDAN TAAFFE Vermont singer, composer, and teacher Sunday, December 2, 1:00 – 4:30 pm Join us for a session of heart-felt singing while we explore the richness of the “American vernacular”: early gospel, Appalachian ballads, shape note hymns, and Brendan’s own compositions and arrangements. Traditional American harmony— from the tight swing of gospel quartets to the “high lonesome” sound of bluegrass—has beautiful poetry, striking harmonies, great rhythm and is a lot of fun to sing. We will also explore some makwa- yera singing from Zimbabwe.

Sponsored by the Weavers Way Education Committee To be held in a private home in Mt. Airy - Enrollment limited to 20 persons Fee: $35. Weavers Way members: $30 Information: Larry Schofer at [email protected] or 215-248-3762 6 The Shuttle December 2012 President’s Report To Weavers Way Members - Fall 2012 by Margaret Lenzi, Weavers Way Board President

2012: What a Year for Weavers Way! tion to the amount of shopping they did. the total cost of renovation—$732,000— liance (MAFCA) started a few years ago One thing about Weavers Way—change is With the new store and additional debt in through its cash reserves and did not have when a few members from Weavers Way constant and this year was no exception. recent years, it was not possible to issue to do any further borrowing. Now that we invited people from other food co-ops to As we come to the end of the Internation- a patronage rebate. But now that we have are back in our Mt Airy store, it is taking a summer barbecue at Allens Lane Art al Year of Cooperatives, it looks like we stabilized and sales are strong, the mem- a little time to figure out where everything Center. Now it comprises 21 food co-ops, are moving into a decade of cooperative bers deserve a patronage rebate. Member is, but we’ll get it down by the end of next buying clubs, and start ups in six states development. I am pleased to report that households will all receive personal notice year. The Board is pleased that our mem- with aggregate annual sales of over $100 Weavers Way is doing well and the coop- of their individual rebate in the next few bers now have a better shopping experi- million dollars. And in the last year, the erative movement is moving forward. months. ence and more selection. Philadelphia Area Cooperative Alliance The highlight of the year was the (PACA) has been providing a structure to renovation of our Mt. Airy store—long help cooperatives in a variety of sectors to Weavers Way Did Well on overdue, but well worth the wait. And Strategic Plan is Coming work together to strengthen and grow the cooperative economy in the Philadelphia Many Fronts what a makeover it was! We are delighted Good businesses and organizations area. to have even floors, more space for shop- have a plan for the future. And that is why Weavers Way had another banner ping and groceries, and the largest bulk Weavers Way continues to help start- year for sales. In fact, we broke a record Weavers Way is embarking on a Strate- selection in Philadelphia. Buying in bulk gic Planning Process in the next several up co-ops in the area. We were instrumen- with more than $16 million in revenue is one way that our members can reduce tal in helping CreekSide become opera- for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012. months. We have a dynamite team of staff their costs for food while also helping the and management gathering information tional by sharing our expertise and staff So we are paying all of our bills on time. environment by eliminating unnecessary in several key areas to help open this new The first quarter of this fiscal year, July from members and partners of Weavers packaging. And I hope that everyone has Way. If you are approached, please tell co-op in Elkins Park. Over the last year, through September, was a bit challenging found their way to the “Across the Way.” work has gone on with several food start- due to the renovation of the Mount Airy us your opinions of what you would like With its expanded selection of health and to see Weavers Way do in the future. You ups in the area, including Ambler, Beth- Store. But we had a pop-up store and out- beauty products, it is now becoming a des- lehem, South Philly, and Kensington, as door market that helped to serve our mem- will be hearing more about the Strategic tination in the Mt. Airy Village. Plan as the year rolls along. they move closer to fulfilling their dreams bers, and we expect to catch up as the year opening food co-ops in their neighbor- goes along. The staff, management, and members all worked together to make the renova- hoods. Weavers Way did so well last year, tion of the Mt. Airy store a success. The Cooperation among we will be issuing a patronage rebate in staff was tremendous in running the pop- Cooperatives the amount of $200,000 to its members. up stores in all kinds of weather and con- Thank You and Here’s to A patronage rebate is possible when a co- ditions and handling the overflow in the Co-ops have seven basic principles Forty More Years op’s income exceeds its expenses. Co-ops Chestnut Hill store. The management did that guide us to put our values into prac- don’t make profits, so any surplus must a super job in getting the work done on tice and distinguish us from other busi- Weavers Way will be celebrating its be returned to its members or invested in time and with the least possible disrup- nesses and corporations. Principle #6 says 40th anniversary in 2013. There will be the co-op for expansion, renovation, or tion. And the members were flexible and “Cooperatives serve their members most a big celebration honoring the many who other necessities. Members get a percent- stuck with their co-op. Due to this sup- effectively and strengthen the cooperative have made Weavers Way the wonderful age of the excess income back in propor- port, Weavers Way was able to pay for movement by working together through community institution that it is. The suc- local, national, regional, and international cess of Weavers Way is due to the support structures.” of so many of our 5,000 household own- ers. Thank you for your support and I and Two Guys Weaver Way members have been others on the Board of Directors will be leading the charge on this principle. We’ve working hard to serve the members’ inter- been instrumental in the formation and Light Moving ests as we move forward into the future. operation of two area cooperative associa- Hauling & Deliveries tions. Mid Atlantic Food Cooperative Al- ~ [email protected] • Available 7 Days a week • Reasonable Rates in unreasonable times 215-850-4559 215-668-8660

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Weavers Way Fiscal Year 2012 ended June 30, 2012. We had sales of $16.249M 6/30/11 Actual 6/30/12 Actual Current to compared to $14.849M for Fiscal Year (Full Year) (Full Year) Prior Year 2011. This is a 9.4% increase. Our Gross $ % $ % Change Profit Margin was 37.4%. This is a 120 basis point (1.2%) improvement over Fis- Income Statement cal Year 2011. The increase was due to Sales 14,848,870 100.0% 16,248,681 100.0% 9.4% improved buying decisions in both our Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill Locations. Cost of Goods Sold 9,468,624 63.8% 10,166,782 62.6% 7.4% Gross Profit Margin 5,380,246 36.2% 6,081,899 37.4% 13.0% The Co-op was able to provide a bonus for staff, and absorb the medical Expenses and dental increase so as not to increase Personnel 3,677,561 24.8% 4,005,154 24.6% 8.9% the employee portion of the premiums. Other Operating Expense 1,786,837 12.0% 1,810,874 11.1% 1.3% After this, the Co-op’s Net Income was $260,550. This is an increase of $108,628 Operating Profit 143,403 1.0% 443,292 2.7% 209.1% from Fiscal Year 2011. Because of the Other Income/(Expense) 104,622 0.7% (139,487) -0.9% -233.3% surplus, the Board of Directors approved a patronage rebate of $200,000 to our Income Before Taxes 248,025 * 1.7% 303,805 1.9% 22.5% members. Our cash increased to $1.198M. In- Income Taxes 96,103 0.6% 43,255 0.3% -55.0% ventory decreased to $447k as we pre- Net Income 151,922 1.0% 260,550 1.6% 71.5% pared for the renovation of the Mt. Airy Store. Long Term Liabilities decreased as we continue to pay down our debt. Mem- ber Equity increased as the number of members grew. ~ [email protected] Current to Balance Sheet 6/30/11 Actual 6/30/12 Actual Prior Year WWCP Bike Tour $ % $ % Change (continued from page 2) Assets Cash 497,783 6.3% 1,198,286 14.2% 140.7% for a quick cup of coffee. Inventory 589,999 7.4% 447,287 5.3% -24.2% Last stop (a little more southwest) Other Current Assets 161,122 2.0% 102,909 1.2% -36.1% was at Bartram’s Garden and Bartram’s Fixed Assets 6,416,636 80.9% 6,251,465 74.0% -2.6% Farm and Community Center. Located on Other Assets 265,017 3.3% 447,701 5.3% 68.9% 54th and Lindbergh Avenue, Bartram’s Garden is an oasis in an industrialized Total Assets 7,930,557 100.0% 8,447,648 100.0% 6.5% area. Judson, Katilyn, Erin, and Matt seemed awed by the age of the garden and Liabilities & Equity the history. They were excited to learn Accounts Payable 335,912 4.2% 333,813 4.0% -0.6% about Osage Oranges and other trees. At Other Current Liabilities 761,418 9.6% 1,105,617 13.1% 45.2% Bartram’s Garden Community Farm, we Long Term Liabilities 4,445,357 56.1% 4,325,360 51.2% -2.7% met with farm educator Chris Bowden- Total Liabilities 5,542,687 69.9% 5,764,790 68.2% 4.0% Newsom and learned about the work the newest Urban Nutrition Initiative farm is Member Equity 1,198,890 15.1% 1,433,328 17.0% 19.6% doing. Retained Earnings 1,188,980 15.0% 1,249,530 14.8% 5.1% It was a beautiful fall day and we all Total Equity 2,387,870 30.1% 2,682,858 31.8% 12.4% had a great time! We saw four different Total Liabilities & Equity 7,930,557 100.0% 8,447,648 100.0% 6.5% farm education programs and met with a lot of the movers and shakers in the Phila- delphia urban farming movement. The * Includes Grant Income of $342,853 tradition of Weavers Way bike tours con- tinues!

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GREEN BANK’S HOLIDAY BOO VALLEY K DRIVE the Harvest on Henry Traditional Fruit GIVE GIFT 1st - Joanna Sinclair (Apple Raspberry Pie) (continued from page 2) of 2nd - Jen May (Caramel Apple Pie) READING erous people volunteering their time for 3rd - Kate Pelusi (Apple Crumb Pie) many months. I want to especially thank “Other” Pies Nov 23 – Dec 31 the CSA Fundraising committee, without whom this event would have never gotten Equal 1st - Nicole Cournoyer (Meat off the ground! “cheeseburger” Pie) And congratulations to the following Equal 1st - Beige Berryman (Maple DONATE KIDS’ BOOKS TO winners in our delicious pie bake-off: Pumpkin Pie) THE MASTERY CHARTER 2nd - Liam Spady - Saul Student - ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS! (Sweet Potato with Apple Pie)

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Every time I see the I’ve continued to learn about the pro- tagline for The Home Grown Institute— cess of compost, and even though I have Muscle memory, which allows us to per- the product, weigh your container, fill it, Evolving Skills for a Sustainable Future— only a tiny space to grow food, I’ve started form routine acts on automatic pilot, is go back to write the SKU number (not I think, “No, that isn’t quite right.” The al- learning about other soil-enriching prac- very challenged by our new shopping lay- easy to remember five digit numbers!), literation of the Ss does roll so nicely off tices such as no-till, cover crop, compan- out in Mt. Airy. Many of us shopped for and then remember where you left your the tongue, and it is most definitely about ion planting, crop rotation, integrated pest decades, nearly daily, at the old store. We basket. I generally leave my basket on the evolving our individual and communal management, and integrating livestock in knew where the oatmeal was, on the rack first floor and just bring up a few contain- skills... but is sustainability really what the garden. All these practices have some- next to the drinks—now a cheese array. ers. Awkward all around. And how about we want? thing in common: They actually regener- The bulk oatmeal has moved upstairs, and the markers, which smear all over your The root of the word sustainability ate the soil, leaving it in better shape than packaged oatmeal is now located where hands and your containers? Can we go is Latin and the most common definition it was before. pickled ginger and baby food previously thinner on these? is the capacity to maintain, support, and There was the “aha!” moment. I real- lived. We knew to find the bananas across Here are some suggestions that have endure. None of those words sound like ized I was not as interested in sustainabil- from the dried fruit. Dairy products were smoothed my shopping forays into the much fun, do they? Especially when you ity—in maintaining, supporting or endur- stashed in our baskets while we waited to bulk section: ing life as we have come to know it—as I turn the corner and pay for our groceries. consider the mess we humans have made 1. Collect clear reusable containers. was in regenerativity. Before we focus on of our food systems and watersheds. Do That is all now history; it is quite While it is tempting to reuse yogurt sustaining our systems, we need to take it we really want to maintain or support our common to watch dazed shoppers walk- containers or the like, it is really hard to all up a notch so that we can have systems limping systems, endure the fast-paced ing around our new digs, suffering from recall that the yogurt container is actu- worthy of sustaining. Like using a rudder marathon into which we have jumped? phantom-product syndrome, reaching for ally NOT yogurt, but whatever you put to make a course adjustment, we need to Our concept of sustainability is too spaghetti sauce that is no longer there. in instead. A few years ago I shifted my set our sights on a different point of the often focused on the experience of hu- We wander upstairs and are quickly staple supplies from canisters into clear horizon. Where sustainable skills support mans. Take for example the most widely overwhelmed by the enormous number plastic containers with flip-top pour- our viability—at times just barely—re- quoted definition of sustainability from of products. Included among the endless ing spouts. I tried quite a few different generative skills enhance our vitality. the Brundtland Commission of the United bulk options are products we previously styles and settled on ones from Dollar Nations, 1987: Sustainable development So, I’ve stopped thinking about The bought packaged, now undressed. With- Tree, since their size and design worked is development that meets the needs of Home Grown Institute as a place to learn out the labels we unconsciously knew, best. There are Dollar Tree stores at Ivy the present without compromising the “sustainable skills.” The Home Grown and in new locations, we do not recognize Ridge in Roxborough and out on Beth- ability of future generations to meet their Institute, in fact, is dedicated to “regen- our old standbys. Clearly our upgrade will lehem Pike in Flourtown. At $1 a piece, own needs. Whose needs are we talking erative” skills—practices that help us re- take some getting used to. Take comfort, these are a worthwhile investment and about? Humans only? And with the pace generate our soil, renew our thinking and fellow elders, in celebrating all our new their quality is fine. They are small of change, how can we predict what future rejuvenate our souls. neural pathways being created. I bet learn- enough to just stash in your shopping ing the new floor plan is just as good as generations will need? And furthermore, I haven’t yet asked the graphic de- totes to refill. If you label the SKU with the recommended tooth brushing with isn’t the focus on human needs with the signer to change the tagline on the logo the item, and keep the tare weight tag one’s non-dominant hand. neglect of the needs of the systems and or the business card because I still haven’t on, then the task is simplified and you species beyond us what has gotten us into got it quite right. “Evolving Skills for a While more than a few shoppers are can just keep refilling the same con- trouble in the first place? Regenerative Future” doesn’t roll off the nostalgic about the good old days, with tainer. A few years ago I made the pilgrimage tongue the same way sustainable skills, fewer options, it is quite an accomplish- 2. A simple alternative to containers is a to Growing Power in Milwaukee. There, does. In fact, I’ve decided not to make the ment to have so expanded our ability to zip-lock bag. If you put dry foods in MacArthur Fellow Will Allen starts the change myself because I believe this shift buy products using less-wasteful pack- them, zip-locks can be reused many, work-centered weekend experience with will be better accomplished in commu- aging. If we plan ahead, we can literally many times. They certainly consume an explanation of how most of the soil in nity… in conversation and shared experi- transport our food with zero waste, a gold fewer resources than the plastic deli this country is either full of toxic residues ence where shifting the rudder will take us standard of sustainability. However, doing containers they are replacing. Use a or depleted of nutrients, and that one of the all in a new direction together. If you have so is a new skill that we need to acquire. stick-on label, now provided, to write most important fixes we can do for broken an idea for a new tagline, I’d love to hear I have been experimenting since the the SKU #, and then just slap it on the food system is to “grow” rich healthy soil. from you. bulk section opened, trying to overcome bag. If you refill it with the same item, I spent the weekend constructing innova- Sarah Gabriel is the managing Direc- my klutziness. It is quite a dance to locate (continued on page 10) tive compost systems, feeding compost- tor of The Home Grown Institute. She can in-process to 5,000 lbs of red wiggler be reached at sarah@thehomegrowninsti- worms (livestock), and tossing the worm tute.org. Family Owned & Operated castings (don’t ask) onto the abundantly call green growing foodstuff. Ken Glantz

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the SKU is already there. Or even easi- er, just write on the bag with a marker. 8:00 to 8:00 in Mt Airy chandised so product is closer togeth- of producing your own dairy product, they 3. Be creative with containers. I realized er and placement makes more sense. own the supply chain and you are at their I could bring my empty spice bottle to After many years of requests from Many of the items we have do not sell mercy. Not a great place for the farmer or the Co-op and refill them, after weigh- parents dropping off their kids or people enough and are taking up too much the consumer to be in the marketplace. I ing the tare. Empty prescription bottle on their way to work, we have finally space. Other products that sell well in would even go so far as to say they have make excellent spice jars. A used agave changed our hours from 9 a.m. to 8 a.m. our Chestnut Hill store are not in the Mt monopolized the dairy production. bottle is ideal for dish detergent. Some- opening 7 days a week. The new hours for Airy store. At Weavers Way, we have stayed one at my house recycled one before I Mt Airy are now 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven 6. The bulk department is working out away from as much Dean product as pos- put it in my shopping bag, and I was days a week. I hope this will make early well, but the set up will be reworked sible. Merrymead and Natural by Nature devastated. Suddenly containers are not morning school runs more efficient for in December or January to make more are independent farmers who process their waste, but rather potentially reusable. many of you. How great is that? sense. For example the nuts should all own products. We will continue to find be together and in alphabetical order. ways to provide our suppliers with a living 4. Restock your shopping bags with zip- price for their product. We know we can locks and empty containers. I am al- Mt Airy Store: Changes 7. More lighting is going in on the 557 side. We all agree, it is too dark. (This purchase dairy product through Lehigh at ways in a hurry when I leave the house Again a much lower price, but we also know that and would never remember to put the was done in November). As you know, we finished the renova- we will be supporting a company that has containers in, so do the thinking in ad- There are a few other items, but I decimated the lives of many farmers. This vance. tion in record time and now we are going want to thank you all for registering your to come back and make some changes. we will not do. 5. Some of the upper level bulk dispensers thoughts and input. Keep them coming to After receiving feedback members, shop- me at [email protected] Please take the time to read the New do not have clearance for tall contain- pers, and staff, we are planning to change York Times piece and let us know what we ers. Guess what? They slide forward. a few things around in the near future. can and should do to continue our quest to Ask an employee to show you how to Here are some of the areas that we need support local producers and to move away do this. Dairy Industry Controlled to improve: by Dean Foods from large corporate food operators. 6. Many of the rices and mixed grains re- 1. The shelves along the basket run will quire cooking directions which, when be extended a little and lowered. The The New York Times ran a great piece bought prepackaged, are printed on the shelves with the cereals and chips are by Andrew Martin entitled, “In Dairy In- What is a Co-op? Why Are box or bag. Just photograph the direc- too high. dustry Consolidation, Lush Paydays,” Oc- the Prices Sometimes tions posted on the dispenser on your tober 12, 2012. If you have not read this 2. The line is too tight at the check-out Higher than at a Local smart phone, or write them with marker piece please do so. This article makes it near the produce area. We are not sure on your zip lock. The pancake mix pro- clear why Weavers Way and most of the Grocery Store? what to do, but we are working on that. vider cleverly has provided directions food co-ops in the United States will not The first step will be to move the dis- I recently had an opportunity to con- on little business cards on the packing purchase Dean Food dairy products. This shelf. We may need more of these; it is play four inches and see if that helps. duct a new member orientation. It has is a company that has ruined the lives of been some time since I did this. How ex- a smart feature. 3. The four registers are working fine, thousands of dairy farmers while at the citing! I had about ten people in the room but one is over too far and makes the Let me know what clever solutions same time making deals with the Dairy and we had a great discussion about the line look long and the cashiers can not you’ve adopted and I will be happy to col- Farmers of America co-op, the larg- Co-op and values. One of the important see the customers in line. This is being lect them and update in a future Shuttle. est dairy co-op in the country, that only items that comes up is how we conduct changed. In the meantime, enjoy working your way helped to make some ex-Nixon staff filthy our business model with a triple bottom through the dozen granola flavors. 4. We are planning to put in an express rich. line philosophy. These principles are: register. Betsy Teutsch teaches blogging at Mt Dean Food brands include: Horizon 1. Watch the bottom line and make a prof- Airy Learning Tree. Email her at betsy@ 5. 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As a newcomer to The Shuttle and Weav- twigs or branches can be removed, as well Ron Kushner was trained formally as any debris missed in the fall. Look for as an architect at Drexel University ers Way, I am honored to be starting this prior to attending the three-year column on a regular basis. safe places for wildlife to find food, water, Horticulture Program of The Born and raised in Philadelphia, shelter, and a place to raise their young. Barnes Foundation in Merion, I’ve spent most of Tangled brush, tall Pennsylvania. He is a Master Gardener and Pennsylvania- my gardening life in plants and dead stalks with seed heads in Certified Horticulturist, currently this area, including employed by Primex Garden both college and hor- place, a woodpile, or Center in Glenside, Pennsylvania. ticultural school. As a dead tree are all ap- His organic internship was served Master Gardener, PA preciated. Actually, at Worden Farm in Punta Gorda, Florida. Aside from the continual Certified Horticultur- your plants will be more prone to sur- evolution of his own half-acre ist and former estate garden, he has been involved gardener, I’ve had the viving a harsh winter for many years in the design, opportunity to design, if the growth is kept construction, and maintenance install, and maintain intact. Leave the dead of many gardens throughout the Philadelphia area. He is the author many area gardens of stems and stalks until almost spring. of “A Year in a Rock Garden - An all types and sizes. My Organic Gardening Guide.” full time employment If you have a is with Primex Garden Christmas tree, con- Center in Glenside as sider throwing it in a horticulturist. the back yard for the Remember to rotate your plant fami- Also while planning, think “vertical.” lies as much as you can each year. Related Tall, trellised crops should be planted I am a passionate winter. The birds will vegetables (such as tomatoes, peppers and on the north side of your garden, if pos- gardener! appreciate the shel- ter, especially white- eggplant) should not be planted in exactly sible, so they won’t shade the shorter veg- In the coming throated sparrows and the same location more often than once in etables. Many vegetables tend to give a months, I hope to pro- juncos. three years. Make sure to include a diver- higher yield in less space if grown on a vide gardening relevance, insight, and sity of plants to attract beneficial insects vertical support. Squash, small melon va- Take some time this month to plan items that will be thought-provoking to and pollinators, planted amongst your rieties and cucumbers are some examples. for your vegetables and herbs next sea- area gardeners, veterans and novices alike. veggies and herbs. son. Make a list of what you would like to Finally, check your soil pH at least I welcome your questions and com- grow. Next, create a basic plan or layout Tansy, dill, parsley, borage, and every three years. For most garden crops, ments. of where the plants will be located. This thyme are good examples. 6.2 to 6.8 is ideal. This is a quiet time for gardens as exercise will confirm that you have room Branch out into some less popu- For questions or comments, e-mail they approach their complete winter rest for what you want and prevent over order- lar herbs that normally are not found in me at [email protected] or visit in dormancy. It’s nice to spend some time ing, buying, or starting too many seed- grocery stores; Thai basil, summer sa- www.ronsorganicgarden.com. in your garden without a huge “to-do” list lings later before spring. vory, French tarragon, curry, salad burnet as during the growing season. Any fallen (smells like cucumber), pineapple sage, lemon basil, chocolate mint, and stevia. PLYMOUTH MEETING FRIENDS SCHOOL Building on your child’s curiosity Fall Open Houses: Dec. 6, 9:30-11:30am Jan. 10, 9:30-11:30am Please call to register SMART Plymouth Meeting Mondays: GREEN REALTY Join us for a campus tour from 5-6pm on non-holiday Get control of your energy bills Your neighborhood resource with Energy Works: for green remodeling Mondays beginning 9/24 questions and contacts. very low interest loans—less than 1% for energy RSVP required efficient appliances, HVAC, windows, insulation & more. 215-669-3660 3 years old - 6th grade www.energyworksnow.com 7630 Germantown Ave Make your home more healthy + comfortable. at Mermaid Lane    2150 Butler Pike Plymouth Meeting PA 19462 www.pmfs1780.org 610-828-2288 Sell for 3% to 14% more! Zeta Cross A Big World in a Small Quaker School Real Estate for Tomorrow and Today.

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December 2012 the shuttle 13 Co-op Members Deliver Supplies Bill Lowa Invites You to for Hurricane Sandy Relief Get On Board!

photo by Glenn Bergman Weavers Way members held a donation drive to help New Jersey residents devastated by Hurricane Sandy, collecting baby products, outerwear, personal items, bed and bath linens, pet supplies, food, and kitchen items, as well as large and small tools and clean- up supplies. The drive was organized by Co-op member Anne-Marie D’Onofrio, with support from Membership Coordinator Beau Bibeau and Outreach Coordinator Anne Workman. Dozens of members dropped off supplies, filling the community room from photo by Jon McGoran top to bottom. On Saturday, November 17, volunteers and cooperators loaded up the Bill Lowa of Erie Insurance, who handles Weavers Way’s business insurance, sits atop truck, driven by Karl Ermentrout, who delivered the items to Manasquan, NJ to the Jersey the tractor that his generous contribution of $1,500 has helped pay for. Bill is excited Shore Dream Center, a distribution hub of the New Jersey Community Recovery Network. to support Weavers Way Farms, and his contribution was a big chunk of the $4,600 Pictured here are (l to r) Beau Bibeau and Nick Peterson (in the truck), and (standing) our farmers have so far raised toward their goal of $11,500, but there is still plenty Gayle Davidson, Laury Mayer, Dawn Elaine, Anne Marie Donofrio, and Norman Weiss. left to do. Over the last twelve years, Weavers Way’s Farming programs have grown to Thanks to Anne-Marie and all those who worked on the delivery and donated items! encompass four and half acres at three different locations, and between the farmers and the farm educators, there are now four year-round employees. The one part of our farming operation that hasn’t mirrored this growth, is our equipment! Please consider contributing! The farms were started by Co-op members and continue to be supported Toys for Tots by Co-op members. We appreciate your help in upscaling our equipment to match the at Weavers Way through December 13 scale of our current projects. Watch a video about our tractor fundraiser and make a donation by visiting our page on Weavers Way’s website, (http://s.coop/12r1q)You can COLLECTION SITES: also donate by check: drop off a check at the registers at either store, or mail to Weavers Weavers Way Chestnut Hill 8424 Germantown Ave. Way Farms, 559 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119. Weavers Way Mt. Airy’s Community Room 555 Carpenter Lane Toys for Tots is collecting NEW, UNWRAPPED toys for distribution to needy children in the Philadelphia Community. Toys for kids ages 10 and older are especially needed. Thank you for your donation!

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photo by Nancy Malmed Young dancers audition to perform The Nutcracker with Donetsk Ballet of the Ukraine

photo courtesy of Earth Quaker Action Team The holiday season will be here any their parts as soldiers, angels, mice, Chi- The Earth Quaker Action Team recently held a weekend training event to prepare second, with our family and community nese dancers, snowflakes, Polichinelles new leaders for their December 1 Day of Action across the region. Attendees learned traditions. Something that combines just and other Nutcracker roles. As Nancy techniques for non-violent direct action, which included this protest of PNC Bank’s about all traditions is local children re- Malmed, executive director of the IBE investment in mountaintop removal. Weavers Way donated food for the training event. hearsing and performing The Nutcracker says, “It’s a fantastic opportunity for our For more information, or to find the action nearest you and to sign up for update, visit with the visiting Donetsk Ballet of the local community of ballet students to per- eqat.org. Ukraine. There’s the group of young per- form with outstanding professional danc- formers learning their parts and dance dis- ers, and it will be a great performance.” cipline, the classic (and classical) music, If you are a Co-op member, perhaps you and a yearly visit from dancing Snow- know some of these students, or maybe flakes. Add the decorations and intermis- know a family who will be housing some Interior and Exterior Painting sion snacks, and it’s a holiday party at of the Ukrainian dancers (part of the holi- Specializing in Environmentally Friendly Paints each show. day tradition mentioned above). This annual performance tradition is The performances will be Decem- 25 Years of Professional Experience courtesy of the International Ballet Ex- ber 15 (6:30 p.m.) and 16 (2 p.m.) at the change, a non-profit affiliate of the Wissa- Plymouth Whitemarsh High School. Tick- Locally owned and operated hickon Dance Academy in Germantown. ets can be purchased at the door, at the Schedule your Free estimate One of the IBE’s goals is to bring afford- Wissahickon Dance Academy, or through able ballet performances by a world-class one of the many members whose kids are Visit us online! Russian ballet company to the area, and performing! the annual Nutcracker performances ~ [email protected] 215.948.3747 achieve that goal. Local students have been rehearsing once a week since September, learning

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ment and private entities work together to CreekSide Co-op create something that has multiple bene- fits for the community,” said Josh Shapiro, (continued from page 1) chair of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners. “In this case, an aban- The effort to open the store began doned shopping center has been revital- over five years ago. In December 2007, ized and will be a vibrant part of the com- photo courtesy of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy Weavers Way helped organize a meeting munity providing a valuable resource. In As Springside Chestnut Hill Academy nears the completion of Phase I of its campus at Elkins Park Library to discuss the idea addition, the Co-op creates more jobs for master plan, the first round of trees have been planted along the perimeter of the new the idea of starting a full service food co- the community and the county has played playing fields and pathways. op and roughly 250 neighbors showed. an active role in helping to train some of Students in the school’s Eco Clubs and a second grade science class recently participated Since that time, over 1,450 households those employees. This is a winning proj- in a tree planting ceremony to acknowledge the re-greening of the campus, a two-week have joined, investing $214,000 in mem- ect from every aspect.” project this fall that will be completed in the spring. Morris Arboretum Executive Director Paul Meyer (back row, far right), Friends of the Wissahickon Outreach Coordinator Sarah ber equity and another $300,000 in mem- For the past three years, CreekSide Marley (back row, left of tree) were on hand for the honors along with Head of School ber loans, while the board of directors Co-op has also run the popular CreekSide Frank Steel (back row, 3rd from right) and SCH Academy President Dr. Priscilla Sands worked tirelessly to assemble a financ- Co-op Farmers Market, Sundays from (back row, 2nd from right). The school is planting 18 different kinds of trees and more ing package that includes $3.5 million in May through Mid-November, at High than 100 overall; seedless Sweet Gum, Red Sunset Maple and Red Oak are among the funding from Vantage Point Bank and The first to be planted. Paul Meyer brought a Chinese Hemlock as a surprise gift to the school School Park, across the street from the and explained passionately how the species had been hybridized to be resistant to an Reinvestment Fund, with guarantees from store. invasive insect pest from Asia. He encouraged the students to revisit it 50 years from now the USDA. For more information about Creek- when they come back for their reunion and emphasized the importance of trees in the world’s precious ecosystem. “Creekside Co-op represents an ex- Side Co-op, visit www.creekside.coop ample of what can happen when govern-

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If the Martin Luther King Day of Service posters and decorate lunch bags. Older is, as the motto goes, “a day on, not a day kids can read stories about Dr. King to off,” then no place is as “on” as Philadel- the younger ones. Families can make bag phia. Year in and year out, the metro area lunches for homeless shelters. Fire fight- plays host to the greatest number of volun- ers will stop by to give a tour of their truck teers in the country. and to instruct youngsters on fire safety. The Unitarian Society of German- The off-site projects are mostly at town has played its part in this outpour- nearby sites and include: visiting and ing of service, justice, and compassion for playing music for senior citizens at a lo- decades. Last year, more than 400 volun- cal nursing home; making meals for those teers gathered at the church for a worship who need them; painting and improving service, then headed out to participate in local schools; and even removing trash more than two dozen service projects, from local streets. both in the immediate Germantown/East The day starts with coffee and bagels Falls neighborhoods, and as far away as at 8:30 a.m. and ends with a lunch and South Philly and Norristown. wrap-up activity around 12:30 p.m. The 2013 event, which will take place “We want our volunteers to have a Monday, Jan. 21, promises to be more of good experience,” said Kevin Donahue, a the same, with a twist—the national presi- co-leader of the event. “Each project has dent of the Unitarian Universalist Associ- a team leader who assures that the vol- ation, Rev. Peter Morales, will be in town unteers have the opportunity to do some and part of the activities. meaningful work.” “Service is an exercise in compas- Volunteers can get more information photo by Gary Reed sion,” says Rev. Kent Matthies, the min- and register to help at the event’s web site: Saint Mad band and friends play the May performance of Mt. Airy Home Companion. From left ister of the Unitarian Society of German- www.mlkphillyuus.org. The Unitarian So- to right: Richard Redding, Lynda Chen, Martha Michael, Jim Harris, and Molly Mahoney town and co-leader of the event. “Acts ciety of Germantown is at 6511 Lincoln of compassion make our neighborhood a Drive. Parking is in the rear, off Johnson Mt. Airy Home Companion, the radio- sics, and will also do a set of their origi- warmer place where all of us want to live.” Street. style variety show, returns to the Allens nals during the show. Activities take part in the building ~ [email protected] Lane Art Center for MAHC: The Holiday Mount Airy bookseller Greg Wil- and at local facilities. In the building, lo- Show, which will have two performances liams makes his acting debut as a not-so- cated on Lincoln Drive, children can make only, December 8 at 7 p.m. and December jolly old Saint Nicholas, and R&B veter- 9 at 4 p.m. ans John Fitch and Joe Collins will play Inspired by Garrison Keillor’s Prairie some original tunes. Home Companion, the show is produced The show is hosted by Chestnut Hill by the Mt. Airy musical parody group Local humor columnist Jim Harris, who Saint Mad, and directed by Loretta Lucy describes the event as “homespun humor WoodmereArtMuseum Miller, who recently directed “Lost in from a Mount Airy point of view.” Yonkers” at StageCrafters. Last May’s show played to a sold-out The Saint Mad band (Jim Harris, house and rave reviews. MurrAy Dessner Martha Michael, Molly Mahoney and Tickets are $15 online at www.saint- A retrospeCtive Lynda Chen, with special guest Audrey Bookspan) adds more brass and percus- mad.com or $20 at the door. Call 215-848- Through January 6 sion to the pit band to lead holiday clas- 4225 for more information. ~ [email protected]

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If you don’t have one, you’re desperate. 300 local municipalities in Pennsylvania. million cars off the road, according to the ing reductions in sustainable energy, from If you have one, you don’t think about it. While 18 percent said they benefited from Sierra Club. Connecticut to Colorado and Oklahoma, I’m talking about jobs, the most recent po- gas drilling, 25 percent said their towns So why is Governor Corbett elimi- according to the Pew Research Center. litical football. lost money mostly due to road repairs. nating programs focusing on renewable Christina Simeone of Penn Future I shudder when I hear the gas and oil How can there be jobs from gas drill- energy? Could it be the million dollars he said, “Around the world countries are industry, as well as politicians, talk about ing when there may not be as much gas received from the gas industry? He is sys- realizing there needs to be a mix of fos- how wonderful it is that gas drilling will as the industry says? The New York Times tematically shutting down the state’s De- sil and sustainable energy and unless we create so many jobs. It’s an outright lie, reports that secret memos from within the partment of Environmental Protection’s continue to diversity we will be left in the but few people know that. As I mentioned gas industry say the grandiose claims of Office of Energy and Technology Deploy- dust....We should be doing everything we in an earlier article, “The Marcellus Shale huge gas deposits in the Marcellus Shale ment. This office administered clean en- can to create jobs in those areas and em- Coalition,” a lobby organization, claims are bogus. “Money is pouring in” from ergy grant programs, provided technical brace those opportunities. But what we’re that 88,000 new jobs were created in investors, even though shale gas is “in- assistance to renewable energy companies doing just doesn’t make sense.” Pennsylvania in 2010. However, accord- herently unprofitable,” writes one ana- and housed the climate change office. This Essentially, gas drilling in Pennsyl- ing to Pennsylvania’s public records, only lyst from PNC Wealth Management, an office is now without a director. Corbett vania is a job program for workers in 60,000 new jobs were created, and most investment company, in an e-mail to a has removed directors and reassigned Oklahoma and Texas, while the residents of these were in education and health.” contractor. “Reminds you of dot-coms.” staff. He is forbidding state agencies from of Pennsylvania bear the cost of damaged The Coalition needs to learn arithmetic. Some have even equated the natural gas signing contracts supporting clean energy. roads and bridges. More important, resi- Estimates on jobs created by gas drilling boom to a Ponzi scheme. As a result 100,000 “green jobs” are at dents are left with polluted air and water vary widely. Studies funded by the gas Most gas comes in one or two years, risk, according to Penn Future. As one which destroys our health. Job opportuni- industry tend to inflate job numbers astro- and then it declines. The average Barnett DEP employee described the situation, ties disappear as the natural gas industry nomically. well was finished in seven years, not 40 “it’s being taken apart piece-by-piece and moves on to new fertile land to frack. the pieces are being thrown away.” One reason the industry inflates job years as stated. In November, 2010 En- *According to the American Wind numbers is that they count each “new Cana Gas Company decided to abandon The Corbett administration’s prohibi- Energy Association, the wind industry hire” as a job created, but new hires re- their wells in Lucerne County, PA, which tion against sustainable energy reverses a employed 85,000 Americans in 2010. The place workers who have quit, been fired, they decided were not producing enough policy that had the state buying half of its Solar Foundation estimated there were or retired. They are not “new” jobs. To gas. The cement well pads and waste electricity from renewable sources, mak- 93,000 solar workers in 2010. The Geo- put things in perspective, from the end of pools remain. ing it a leader in clean energy. The new thermal Energy Association estimated 2009 to the beginning of 2011, there were The gas and oil industry is capital DEP spokeswoman, Katy Gresh, said 5,200 jobs, with many more indirect jobs 2.8 million “new hires” in Pennsylvania intensive; this means they are invested eliminating the sustainable energy pro- in 2010. The Brookings Institute reports industries, but only 85,467 jobs created. in equipment and need a large amount of gram will save the state $1 million, cit- in “Sizing the Clean Economy,” that there The gas industry doesn’t address job investment. Renewable energy jobs are ing a $1 million grant program for small are approximately 130,000 jobs in the re- losses because of drilling. For example, labor intensive, meaning they invest in business energy efficiency. Corbett wants newable energy sector, including manu- recreational areas are being destroyed as jobs. The gas industry moves their work- to rely on natural gas alone for the state’s facturing, maintenance, regulation and concrete well pads dot our state forests, so ers from well to well so that any hiring energy needs. research. hunting and fishing tourists decline, as do is temporary and part time. A study from Sadly, Pennsylvania is not alone. ~ [email protected] campers. Also, land values drop dramati- the University of Massachusetts made a Many states are reassessing and consider- cally. Also, people trying to buy homes comparison of jobs in the different energy near gas wells can’t get mortgages, so sectors. For every 3.1 jobs created in the people can’t sell their property. gas and oil industry, there were 9.5 and A 2006-2008 study compared 23 dif- 9.8 jobs in the wind and solar industries ferent counties in the Western U.S. ac- respectively.* cording to gas drilling intensity. Those Presently, 90 percent of our electric- who had the most gas drilling had more ity comes from dirty coal. If we had a poverty, lower median incomes, and high- renewable energy standard requiring us er unemployment. to get 20 percent of our energy from re- The gas industry claims that mu- newable sources by 2020, we would cre- nicipalities benefit. However, Professor ate 820,000 new jobs. Electric bills would Timothy Kelsey at Penn State surveyed be lower and there would be a reduction of global warming pollution equal to 36.4

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One of the most important votes of the 65 percent. But that was before the mil- stepping up, saying that, “Meaningful par- Just Label It has also just released a 2013 elections didn’t play out on the na- lions of dollars in opposition came in. At ticipation from Whole Foods could have video about the campaign, featuring the tional stage, and wasn’t even an election last count, over $45 million was spent by been a game changer.” music of Ziggy Marley, and dozens of ce- at all, technically speaking. Proposition the deep pocketed opponents of the mea- Many thought Cornucopia’s cam- lebrities (see the video at http://justlabelit. 37, the California ballot initiative that sure. Norman Weiss has included a de- paign of public embarrassment was inap- org/watch-new-just-label-it-video/). Since would have required labeling of foods that tailed list of the organic foods companies propriate, even though it did spur some kicking off in October of last year, the Just contained genetically modified organisms and the amounts they contributed to kill to contribute. Others argued that Prop 37 Label It campaign has so far inspired more (GMOs), was defeated. the measure. The largest donor was Mon- was a statewide initiative, and they were than 1.2 million Americans to contact the While the defeat was a setback in the santo, which donated $8 million to fight concentrating their resources on the na- FDA to demand labeling of GMO foods. battle to require such labeling, it is re- the measure. The measure’s backers spent tional fight (although it is commonly ac- “This battle is moving to Washington, garded by many as just the first blow in $9 million, a considerable sum, but only knowledged that Prop 37 would have had D.C.,” Gary Hirshberg, founder and chair- what may turn out to be a protracted war. one fifth of their opponents war chest. far ranging national impact, both as the man of Stonyfield Farm and chairman of Prop 37 was defeated with 53 percent of In the closing days of the election, first battle in the GMO labeling war, and the Just Label It campaign, is quoted as the voters opposed to it, and 47 percent as the tidal wave of anti-Prop 37 money because, due to the size of the California telling Sustainable Food News. “And, al- in favor of it. There are some who argued began to seriously erode support for the market, any new labels would have been though I’m not pleased with where we are that the proposition was not clearly word- measure. Some groups who supported seen far beyond the state’s borders. in the battle, I am pleased where we are in ed enough, but the consensus is that the the measure pointed fingers at other sup- In the wake of the defeat of Prop 37, the war.” effort was a victim of the torrent of money porters for not putting up more money. proponents of GMO labeling are moving that poured in from biotech, agribusiness, The Cornucopia Institute published a con- forward on a number of fronts. and even the parent corporations of some troversial list calling out those who they once-trusted natural brands. deemed to be undercontributing, including The Organic Consumers Association Whole Foods, who, according to Cornu- is moving forward with a boycott cam- Eco TipS In public opinion polls, 90 percent copia contributed $25,000 while enjoying paign, targeting those “natural” or organic of Americans say they support labeling brands whose corporate parents helped from The Environment Committee of GMO foods. 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Center on the Hill, the place for active keynote of the Center’s holiday party. Chestnut Hill is trimming its trees and cheese or cocoa and cookies. Live music, adults in Chestnut Hill, is welcoming the The Glee Club’s performance, “Broadway making the season bright as it welcomes roasting chestnuts, carolers, and merri- holiday season with three special holiday Lights, Cabaret Nights,” will feature mu- its guests in true holiday tradition with ment make the nights sparkle with holi- events in partnership with other Chestnut sic by such greats as Gershwin, Rodgers, brightly decorated shops brimming with day spirit. And everyone looks forward to Hill organizations. For the past two years, Kern, Cole Porter and the melodies and one-of-a-kind gifts, fresh pine boughs and greeting Santa, who also enjoys the fun of Center on the Hill has teamed up with the harmonies of Bernstein, Sondheim and red velvet ribbons, and trees sparkling Stag & Doe. Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill Pre- Bacharach. The concert will be followed with lights in the winter night. Its cobble- For a special treat, Santa will also be Kindergarten to create gingerbread hous- by an appetizer buffet of delicious appetiz- stoned streets come alive with the music in Chestnut Hill every Sunday from noon es. This year, adults and pre-k students ers catered by Applebees, and homemade of carolers, acappella groups, brass quar- to 3 p.m. Children are invited to visit him will create their delectable sweet houses desserts baked by Chestnut Hill Meals on tets, and the laughter of children. Stroll at his gingerbread house and tell him their on Monday, December 3, at 10 a.m. The Wheels volunteers. Pre-registration is re- the avenue, savor the aroma of chestnuts wishes for Christmas. Named “Best Main houses will be on display at the annual quired. The cost of admission is $10, pay- roasting on an open fire and sip a steamy Street Shopping for 2012” by Philadelphia holiday party. Registration is required, but able at the door. cup of hot cocoa. Last but not least, meet Magazine, Chestnut Hill is truly Philadel- this intergenerational decorating event is To register, call Jackie Yorko at 215- and greet the jolliest of visitors… Santa phia’s most magical neighborhood during free and open to the public. 247-4654 or e-mail jyorko@chestnut- Claus! the holidays. Visit and experience a won- On Thursday, December 13, starting hillpres.org. The Presbyterian Church of The most cherished holiday tradition derful, old-fashioned Christmas full of at 12 noon, the Orpheus Club will perform Chestnut Hill and Center on the Hill are in Chestnut Hill is its Stag & Doe Nights holiday spirit and fun. at the Presbyterian Church, as part of the located at 8855 Germantown Avenue. For which will be held on Wednesdays, De- Chestnut Hill is easily accessible by church’s monthly Speaker Series on the more information about Christmas activi- cember 5, 12, and 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. train or car and offers plentiful parking in Hill. Founded in 1872, the Orpheus Club ties at PCCH—including Breakfast with Shops offer evening hours with wine and its seven parking lots. is the oldest men’s singing group in the Santa and Christmas Eve services—call country. The group will perform part of 215-247-8855 or visit the church’s web their holiday show. site, www.chestnuthillpres.org. At 2 p.m. on December 13, the New Horizons Senior Glee Club will be the Dental Arts of Chestnut Hill, LLC

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(continued from page 10) Holiday Recipes Make sure that they are provided a liv- these benefits are in the product and rep- ing wage, benefits, and are listened to in resent about two to three percent of the decision making. cost of the product. That might not sound from the 3. Take care of our environment and our like a lot, but it is. community. When you shop at the Co-op, you Staff at Weavers Way When I interview candidates for posi- know we are working to provide you with tions at Weavers Way, or speak to them af- product that is ethically produced, locally ter they have joined, and I hear the stories sourced, as much as we can from small about working for the conventional food independent producers, and that we sup- industry or retail operations, all I hear are port, as best we can, the lives of 150 staff statements like, “I could never get my members in the Northwest. These staff Scones health insurance, even though they prom- spend their money locally and support   ised me insurance after a year,” or “I could other local businesses. from Annette Aloe never get the hours they told me I was go- ing to get, in fact I only got 25-30 hours Even though we’re Italian, we serve these scones on Christmas morning to not the 40 they promised. They did that Patronage Rebate remind us of a wonderful holiday in Ireland we took many years ago as a to keep me off of health insurance. After Supports WWCP family. three years I had enough and left.” As of November 18, Co-op members • 4 cups self-rising flour As a small business that is concerned who had received their patronage rebate • 3 Tbs. caster sugar (superfine) about the people who make up the team had donated back over $8,300 to WWCP. • 1 tsp. baking powder that serves you, we spend over $500,000 a Over $40,000 was available in cash to be • 1 Tbs. salt year in benefits, retirement accounts, and returned to members of the $200,000 re- other support that is directed towards the • 1 stick (4 oz) cold unsalted butter bate (the rest went into your equity and staff. This includes sick time and vacation reserved equity accounts). As I write this • 1 egg time within the first year. Many of you column members have received $35,000 • 3 Tbs. cream are probably saying, “What’s the big deal of their cash rebate. I hope that the rest of • 2/3 cup milk about sick time, everyone gets that?” Ac- you will help us get to the $10,000 level. tually, only about 40 percent of the hourly Pre-heat oven to 375 F. Blend the flour, caster sugar, baking powder, salt For those of you who have given, non-exempt workers in Philadelphia re- in a bowl. Cut up the cold butter into ¼” cubes and blend together until please let me thank you for your support. ceive any sick time or vacation time. I the mixture is sandy. Stir in egg, cream and milk. Knead together until It means a lot to the children we help, the know that seems hard to believe, but ask mixture forms a soft dough. Pat dough into a circle on a floured surface adults who participate, and the commu- people when you go into a food operation 1” thick. Cut dough into “pizza slices” (bannock style) and lay on baking nity as a whole. In February we will be or any retail operation, or a helper at a sheet. Bake for 20 minutes. Enjoy with butter or preserves. rolling out the High Five program again. market, or pizza shop. You will find out Right now over $4,000 has been donated pretty quickly this is not the norm. in 2012 from members donating back These benefits cost money, but they their working discount to WWCP. are the right thing to provide. The cost of  Holiday Brussels Sprouts  ~ [email protected] from Mike Herbst

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Jitney by August Wilson will be per- 2007), Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, The On Friday, December 14, 2012 from 7 from the Zagros, circa 5400 B.C.) and the formed at The Stagecrafters for a 3-week Piano Lesson, Two Trains Running, and to 9 p.m., join Cliveden House for an ar- earliest known booze of any kind, a Neo- run ending December 9. This play by one Seven Guitars, among others. The cur- chaeochemical tour of ancient fermented lithic grog from China’s Yellow River Val- of America’s foremost playwrights chron- rent Stagecrafters production of Jitney is beverages with host Patrick McGovern, ley brewed some 9,000 years ago. icles, with pointed and poetic dialog, the directed by Marilyn Yoblick, with the cast Scientific Director of the University of Ticket Price: $60 per person; includes ebb and flow of daily existence through led by Kash Goins, Damien Wallace, and Pennsylvania Museum’s Bimolecular Ar- lecture, beer & food sampling. Checks interwoven stories brought to life in the Roderick Slocum. chaeology Laboratory. Sample ancient may be made payable to Cliveden and setting of a gypsy taxicab station and Performance dates this month are De- craft brews, paired with delicious compli- mailed to: 6401 Germantown Avenue, its denizens, circa 1977. First produced cember 1, 6, 7 and 8 at 8 p.m., and Decem- mentary dishes from recipes around the Philadelphia, PA 19144. Seating is limit- in Pittsburgh in 1982, this work is part ber 2 and 9 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available world. ed, reserve your tickets today! Uncorking of Wilson’s ten-play “Pittsburgh Cycle,” at $17 online (no service charge), $20 at Archaeologist Patrick McGovern the Past will be held in the Cliveden Car- telling the story, decade-by-decade, of the door. (Thursday evening performance scours fragments of old vessels and cracks riage House, 6401 Germantown Avenue the twentieth century African-American is “Two for $25”). Students with valid ID long-forgotten recipes. He has identi- (entrance on Cliveden Street near Morton experience in that city. A New York Times pay $13 at the door. Groups of 15 or more fied the world’s oldest known barley beer Street intersection). For more informa- critic described Jitney as “...holding its are offered a reduced rate of $15 ticket, (from Iran’s Zagros Mountains, dating to tion or to make a reservation, please email audience in charmed captivity.” Wilson’s paid in advance. The box office opens 45 3400 B.C.), the oldest grape wine (also [email protected]. revised and expanded version of Jitney minutes before each performance. For won in 2000 the New York Drama Critics information call 215-247-8881; for res- Award for Best New Play and the Outer ervations call 215-247-9913. The theater Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Off- is located in the heart of Chestnut Hill at Broadway Play. 8130 Germantown Ave. Visit www.the- August Wilson is also the author of stagecrafters.org for details. Fences (produced at The Stagecrafters in ~ [email protected]

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65231_CHH_ERa_10x8bw.indd 1 10/30/12 1:52 PM 24 The Shuttle December 2012 Glen, Cascadian Farm, Larabar ing the differences between sustainable and most experts agree the best way to ● Con-Agra (Donated $1.2M): Orville and unsustainable uses of technology. buy it is in small batches in dark glass Redenbacher’s Organic, Hunt’s Or- I also can’t resist pointing out the ac- bottles with tight fitting lids. That’s why ganic, Lightlife, Alexia ronym for the food co-op group NCGA is we chose the dark glass containers we feature in the oil section. Admittedly ● Kellogg’s (Donated $791k): Kashi, also the same acronym for the National Corn Growers Association, which of glass is heavier, but I think the benefits Bear Naked, Morningstar Farms, Gar- outweigh the costs. denburger course is very pro GMO. Almost all of the non-organic corn and soybeans grown in ● Smucker’s (Donated $555k ): R.W. the U.S. are from GMO seed. Knudsen, Santa Cruz Organic s: “1) Demi-baguettes? Often we can’t fin- On a positive note about GMOs, since ish a whole one before it goes stale. 2) ● Unilever (Donated $467k): Ben & this technology has genetic engineers Those nice brownies (salt caramel, pea- Jerry’s pretty directly manipulating genetic ma- nut butter) that began to have not long ● Dean Foods (Donated $254k): Horizon, terial (as opposed to the sexual reproduc- before the renovation? Thanks” Silk, White Wave tion method of crossbreeding/hybridizing r: (Molly MA) 1) You could pre-order de- While I don’t know how many orga- type of manipulation in the past), we as a mi-baguettes if you like from Metropol- nizations and/or consumers are supporting culture can be said to be more “in touch” itan. I stopped carrying them because Suggestions a boycott, I do think it’s interesting that and “hands on” with parts of nature we they were a slow seller. 2) BT? We still our food system has this odd existence couldn’t before. Maybe next we’ll figure carry those but the salted caramel flavor by Norman Weiss, where some companies that proclaim to out a way to directly manipulate the sun to is seasonal. Current seasonal flavor is Purchasing Manager be committed to producing organic and our advantage, think of the great savings pumpkin. “natural” food and have supported GMO in heating and lighting we could accom- Greetings and thanks for writing. As labeling are owned by larger companies plish if we could turn small parts of the usual, suggestions and responses may that that do not share that same commit- sun off and on as needed and could bring s: “Can you carry the large Rice Dream have been edited for brevity, clarity, and ment and have contributed a lot of money it close or far away. Roundup Ready Sun- organic, please?” or comedy. to defeat GMO labeling. Weavers Way is light may just be a few Monsanto research r: (Chris MA) We’ll keep this in mind as Big in the news this month in the nat- part of a the National Cooperative Gro- and development dollars away. we refine our rice milk shelf arrange- ural foods industry is the defeat in Califor- cers Association (NCGA), a nationwide ment. Thanks. nia of Proposition 37, which (from voter’s group of food co-ops that work together guide): “Requires labeling of food sold to to benefit the members. The NCGA web Suggestions & Responses: consumers made from plants or animals site has no stated position on the call for s: “Can we order more Metropolitan sliced with genetic material changed in specif a boycott, however I’ve heard informally whole grain bread? I can’t seem to be s: ied ways. Prohibits marketing such food, that NCGA thinks it’s better for co-ops to “Cheap, recyclable containers (deli sure of getting it unless I shop before or other processed food, as “natural.” Pro- work with companies like Muir Glens and ones are ok) for bulk olive oil and vin- 10 a.m., which isn’t usually possible for vides exemptions.” Partially as a result Cascadian Farms to try and influence their egar- I am likely to never bring a bottle me. It doesn’t seem to be a product that of the way large food companies funded parent companies from within. Of course with me. I’m sure I’m not the only one is ever in the discount bin, so I don’t the campaign to defeat Proposition 37, the cynic in me wonders about how much who resists bulk liquids due to lack of think there’s a danger of ordering too Organic Consumers Association is call- of NCGA’s revenue is from these very container. I won’t pay for an expensive much.” ing for a boycott of some of the brands of companies (those ads you see in the Co- bottle I won’t need.” r: (Molly MA) I’ve increased the order. those companies. The funding companies op Deal flyer generate revenue for NCGA r: (Norman) Interesting statement, which Let me know if you still can’t find it. may not surprise you—the usual big food and almost always include a number of the illustrates a great deal of ignorance re- Thanks for the feedback. companies. However, what may surprise brands OCA is recommending for boycot- garding plastic packaging, bulk shop- you is some of the brands they own: ting). ping, sustainability, and the nature of s: “Zsa’s Ice Cream.” ● PepsiCo (Donated $2.5M): Naked I can see strengths and weaknesses oils. Since part of my job is replacing r: Juice, Tostito’s Organic, Tropicana of both sides of boycott issue and could ignorance with knowledge, here goes (Chris MA) Now in. Organic debate either side ad infinitum. However I (FYI, I have an M.C.S.—masters de- gree in common sense, hence my quali- ● Kraft (Donated $2M): Boca Burgers also think the fact that this debate even ex- fication to pontificate on topics like s: “Mary’s Gone Wild crackers. Please and Back to Nature ists means we’ve already failed in asking stock them. They are a staple!” and answering a very important yet over- this): we do have many plastic contain- ● Safeway (Member of Grocery Manu- r: (Chris MA) These crackers are now looked question: “What does a healthy ers available, including the ones we use facturers Association, which donated stocked in our gluten-free section on food system look like?” From my view, in our deli. However, “never” bringing a $2M):“O” Organics our second floor. not only does it not include GMOs, it bottle to shop defeats one of the reasons ● Coca-Cola (Donated $1.7M): Honest doesn’t include the type of thinking that we created a bulk liquid department, which allows people to reuse contain- Tea, Odwalla led to GMOs in the first place—thinking s: ers and thus lower the overall negative “Fresh cut, kiln roasted chocolate cov- ● General Mills (Donated $1.2M): Muir like “more-is-better” and not understand- impact of single-use containers (even ered French fries. This was a staple of recyclable containers are single-use and the indigenous people of Ireland, espe- although recycling is preferable to land- cially red-heads.” filling, recycling still has lots of envi- r: (Norman) Thanks for suggestion, we’ll ronmental costs in the pick up, materials add it to our indigenous ethnic food sec- processing, and re-making of things). tion. We decided to pair it with roasted Re-using a bottle eliminates these steps. buffalo hide, thereby uniquely mixing In addition, I’ve seen lots of info online Native American and Irish cuisine and stating that oils, and especially olive oil, culture right here in Northwest Philly. are very reactive and can take on prop- Look for the teepee in the Chestnut Hill erties of the plastic including leaching store backyard. toxic substances out of the plastic. Ol- ive oil is sensitive to heat, light and air (continued on page 25)

2012-2013 Concert Series Bach, Handel &Shakespeare OUR SERIES CONTINUES *Z\Q5REHUWV 5LFKDUG6WRQH'LUHFWRUV ON THE HILL November 4, 3:00 p.m. Adam Pearl, harpsichord Woodmere Art Museum December 9, 4:00 p.m. Art of the Prophets St Martins-in-the-Fields February 3, 4:00 p.m. Bach Trio Sonatas Presbyterian Church of “…one of America’s Chestnut Hill great period-instrument bands” – Fanfare Magazine May 12, 4:00 p.m. Great Books The Center City Quaker school that inspires fascination. Presbyterian Church of For tickets and information, visit our website. friends-select.org Chestnut Hill www.tempestadimare.org | 215-755-8776 December 2012 the shuttle 25 Suggestions s: “Circumstances apparently out of my L•E•T•T•E•R•S (continued from page 24) control have forced me to eat only foods that begin with the letter “U.” I’m tired of eating udon, uglifruit, and umeboshi s: “What are the crinkly bulk bags made plums. Can we please stock some oth- of? Are the current ones the same as the Regardless of your stand on fossil fuels, the people of Appalachia need our ers? I have a feeling the cause of my crinkly bags that were used to pack bulk help. For over five years, they have been trying to get a two-sentence bill passed. condition is psychological, maybe hav- items (pre-renovation) when the Co-op They always have lots of support in the House of Representatives with lots of spon- ing to do with when I was a child my switched from regular plastic? If not, sors and cosponsors, but still, the bill languishes and dies each year in Washington. first grade teacher would only let us eat what were those?” HR 1375 is two sentences a will hopefully make the lives of so many people in West lunch while watching Sesame Street. Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee so much better. r: (Norman) The crinkly bags are made Maybe there is a natural treatment for of mostly cellulose, with a microscopic this in Wellness departments?” The pictures and videos on their website www.iLovemountains.org speak for amount of plastic (improves properties themselves, but consider these facts from a 2005 brochure: r: (Norman) Although WW staff is not allowing FDA approval for food). The supposed to try and diagnose or treat any • 3,000,000 pounds of explosives are used against West Virginia mountains current bags are the same ones we were disease (leaving that to trained profes- every working day. using for bulk packing pre-renovation. sionals like pharmaceutical salesman) I • The 800+ square miles of mountains already destroyed is equivalent to a one- Cellulose is a renewable resource and will venture a guess that you are suffer- quarter mile swath of destruction from New York to San Francisco. the bags are considered biodegradable ing from Post Traumatic Sesame Street and compostable in some scenarios. • 1000 miles of West Virginia streams have been permitted to be buried in val- Syndrome (PTSSS). If you were my pa- The “regular plastic” bags we switched ley fills. This is longer than the Ohio River. tient, I would ask a few more questions, from were made of polypropylene, nei- like do you have panic attacks when • In 1950, there were 125,000 miners in West Virginia; in 2005 there were about ther recyclable or biodegradable and eating cookies or when playing with 15,000. made from petroleum, a polluting, non- female pigs in dresses. If so that would Today, over 500 mountaintops and over 2,000 miles of streams have been de- renewable resource. confirm the diagnosis. Treatment is to stroyed. Imagine having Wissahickon Creek, Pennypack Creek, Coobs Creek, and gradually take small nibbles of foods thousands of miles of other Pennsylvania creeks filled with exploded rocks, dirt, s: “Please raise the temperature here that start with the next nearest vowel, in and toxic and sometimes radioactive debris from 200, 300 or 400 feet dynamited (MA)! It’s 55 degrees today. Yes, I this case “O.” Maybe something gentle off the top of a mountain. Then imagine the flooding follows after a heavy rain. brought a thermometer with me today. and friendly like oats as opposed to oc- Imagine living on a small street and having six neighbors all dying of cancer at the I know grocery stores have to be cool, topus. If this succeeds, continue pro- same time – including infants and middle age victims. but not cold. Not this cold.” gressing to another vowel or two, then Thirteen community organizations have been trying for years to stop the dev- try a consonant, and always be ready r: (Rick MA) Sorry, we are aware of the astation to their land, their lives, their culture, but they need communities across to go back to a more secure letter and problem, and we are working on it. America from New York to San Francisco, from Mount Airy to Venice Beach, to start again. If this doesn’t work unfor- convince Congress that the People of Appalachia are not expendable. tunately the next treatment is surgical, Learn more on Youtube or just go to www.ilovemountains.org and link with s: “Can we please carry quarts of vegeta- removal of your undabillian gland. This many other online educational groups to help the people of Appalachia. You can ble broth?” is a relatively painless procedure, as it’s learn about the Philadelphia/Appalachia connection and ways we can help them. If r: (Chris MA) They’re in. the only surgical procedure that is per- formed homeopathically, with nothing HR 1375 does not get passed this year then it must get passed next year. American touching the patient’s body except en- Voices must be heard in Washington. s: “Saltines?” ergy. Unfortunately side effects include r: (Chris MA) We carry “Late July” brand hallucinations and denial of reality. As ~ Frank Schaller saltines. a result many sufferers end up living in new-age neighborhoods such as those in northwest Philadelphia. Or support- s: “Skim milk buttermilk not on shelf. ing GMOs. Attend a Weavers Way Welcome Meeting and Get Two Hours Work Credit! Temporary?” ~ [email protected] r: (Chris MA) We had quality problems To Help You Get a Jump on Member Work, You Can Get Your Household’s with the Crowley Low Fat Buttermilk, First Two Hours Just for Attending a Welcome Meeting! we’re looking for another brand to bring in. Whether you are a new member or thinking about becoming one, Weavers Way Welcome Meetings, or Orientation Meetings, are a great way to find out more about what Weavers Chestnut Hill Way is all about, and what membership offers. And now you get two hours work credit s: “Paper lunch bags? We used to carry 8424 Germantown Ave, 215-866-9150 just for attending! Limit two hours per household. See below for times and locations. Monday–Saturday 7–8, Sunday 9–8 them?” r: (Chris MA) We’ll try to bring the pa- Mt. Airy per bags back, they got lost in the fog of 559 Carpenter Lane, 215-843-2350 Weavers Way Co-op post renovation. Monday–Sunday 8–8 Welcome Meetings Across the Way We encourage all new or prospective members to attend an orientation meeting, Pet Store & Wellness where they can learn all about our co-op, our stores and our member work program. If SHUTTLE STAFF 610 Carpenter Lane, 215-843-2350 ext. 276 Monday–Sunday 8–8 you have not already joined, you can do so at the meeting, and you will also learn more about Weavers Way and all that your co-op has to offer, including member benefits and Editor & Advertising Manager our Working Member program. Jonathan McGoran www.weaversway.coop Orientation dates are listed below and are also posted on our web site at www. Advertising Billing [email protected] weaversway.coop. Please complete the form below and return it to any of our stores, so Susan Beetle, Anne Workman we will know which meeting you will attend. Meetings last approximately 45 minutes to Graphic Design Follow us on an hour and will include a brief store tour. We look forward to seeing you there! Annette Aloe Facebook and Twitter Proofreaders/Editors Mt. Airy Chestnut Hill Jill Karkosak, Penelope Myers, Weaver Way Community Room Chestnut Hill Community Centre Barbara Sheehan, Rebecca Torpie Managers/Department Heads 555 W. Carpenter Lane 8419 Germantown Ave (next door to WW Mt. Airy Store) (across the street from Contributors General Manager Wednesday, December 5, 6:45 p.m. WW Chestnut Hill Store) Annette Aloe, Glenn Bergman, Glenn Bergman, 215-843-2350 ext. 131 (cell) 215-913-9437 Wednesday, January 9, 6:45 p.m. Saturday, December 8, 10 a.m. Nina Berryman, Steve Brady, [email protected] Saturday, January 19, 10 a.m. Erica S. 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PA, 19119 or fax to 215-843-6945, Nancy Malmed, Jon McGoran, Outreach Coordinator Attn. Membership Department. You can also call 215-843-2350, ext. 118 or Richard Josiassen, Rebecca Torpie, Anne Workman, 215-843-2350 ext. 118 e-mail [email protected]. Heather Zimmerman [email protected] 26 The Shuttle December 2012

Arboretum Kicks Off Extended Arboretum Lecture Series Concludes Holiday Hours with Hat Parade with Grounds for Art Curator by Susan Crane, Morris Arboretum Director of Marketing

Morris Arboretum’s 2012 lecture se- tour of some of these significant public ries, Connections Beyond Our Garden; artworks located within a short distance of Talks on People, Plants and Place con- both Grounds for Sculpture and Philadel- cludes Wednesday, December 5 at 2 p.m. phia. Mr. Moran will also discuss the ways with Tom Moran, Chief Curator and Direc- in which the most successful public art is tor of Artistic Development, Grounds for inextricably linked with its surroundings. Sculpture, who will discuss Art Inspired The lecture will be held at Morris by Nature and Nature Inspired by Art. A Arboretum’s Widener Visitor Center. A reception and refreshments will follow the reception with refreshments will follow discussion. each talk and a guided tour of the Arbo- Grounds for Sculpture, the 42-acre retum is available after the reception. The public sculpture garden and museum in cost for each lecture is $18 for Arbore- Hamilton, New Jersey was envisioned by tum members and $20 for non-members, J. Seward Johnson, sculptor and philan- which includes admission to the garden. thropist, to make contemporary sculpture Advanced registration and payment are more accessible to people from all back- required. Please call 215-247-5777, ext photo courtesy of Morris Arboretum grounds. Tom Moran will share an inside 125 or [email protected] ‘Tis the season to enjoy Morris Arboretum’s Holiday Garden Railway, a magical miniature view of how landscape and art work to- to make your reservation. village with twinkling lights surrounded by an outdoor quarter mile track with model gether to create a unique experience for trains. On December 15 at 4 p.m., Morris Arboretum will kick off extended hours, until ~ [email protected] 5pm, with a holiday hat parade. You’re invited to wear your favorite holiday hat and march visitors. Visitors will be given an armchair down to the Holiday Garden Railway exhibit to see the trains. Morris Arboretum is closed Dec 24 and 25. More info at www.morrisarboretum.org

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pennsylvania • delaware • new jersey Morris Arboretum Holiday Garden Railway Open November 23 through December 31

Thousands of sparkling lights adorn a miniature village surrounded by a quarter mile track with model trains zipping in and out of tunnels, over bridges, and through the woods... all outdoors in the winter garden. Open daily Nov 23rd – Dec 31st (Closed Dec 24 and 25)

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The Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting round. Groundbreaking for the new build- Chestnut Hill Meeting’s architect James to explore a currently little-used section (CHFM) is busily preparing for a new ing took place on May 15, 2012, and the Bradberry, and light artist James Tur- of Fairmount Park that runs alongside the year and a new Quaker meetinghouse. facility will open in May of 2013, pro- rell have kept these influences in mind in site. Construction began in August on the new viding a new home for the Chestnut Hill their design of the new, environmentally- site on East Mermaid Lane and has been Friends Meeting, which has outgrown its If you would like more information friendly building, which will be reminis- moving along on schedule, with a finish current meetinghouse just up the hill from about the meetinghouse or would like to cent of traditional Friends’ architecture. date of late spring in sight! Soon Phila- its new location. get involved, please contact Nikka Lan- As money is available, the landscape will dau at [email protected] for delphians and area visitors will be able to As Preservation Alliance of Great- be planted to remove invasive species and more information. And finally, visit the experience the magic of a Skyspace by in- er Philadelphia executive director John knit the site into the surrounding Wissa- project’s website at www.chfmnewmeet- ternationally acclaimed light artist James Gallery pointed out in a recent talk dur- hickon woods. It is expected that visitors inghouse.org, join them on Facebook and Turrell. ing DesignPhiladelphia2012, the earliest from all walks of life and of all faiths will follow them on Twitter (CHQuakerMeet- In early November, the construction Quakers to arrive in Pennsylvania came appreciate this urban oasis just off Ger- ing). team formed footings for the remainder of without an established tradition of meet- mantown Avenue and take the opportunity the builiding and poured over them. They inghouse architecture. As a persecuted also waterpoofed the walls and backfilled sect in England, they had met in homes, around the basement. businesses and often, outdoors. Arriving The new Quaker meetinghouse in in William Penn’s colony, they celebrated Northwest Philadelphia will include a their newfound freedom to worship by de- Turrell Skyspace open to the public year- veloping a unique style of worship space.

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MEAT SEAFOOD Beef Stew (2 lb or more pk) Live Maine Lobsters 1¼ lb lobsters for (reg $5 39/lb) $5 39 lb steaming or broiling Due to live nature of Bottom Round Roast (3 lb and up) this item, they are preorder only: $9 99 lb (reg $6 99/lb) $5 99 lb Rump Roast (1 lb and up) Frozen Canadian Lobster Tails (reg $7 99/lb) $5 39 lb 6oz tails Excellent firm meat market price Stir Fry (1 lb pk) (reg $5 79/lb) $6 99 lb Mexican Shrimp: Jumbo wild shrimp from a Stir Fry Kit (heavy pk) co-op of shrimp boats that operate out of Mazatlan, (reg $5 69/lb) $6 99 lb in the state of Sinaloa Premium quality and free Ground Beef 85/15 (1 lb pk) of additives! $10 99 lb (reg $6 34/lb) $5 49 lb Other sizes available. Ground Beef X-Lean 93/7 (2 lb or more pack) Bagged Frozen Cooked Shrimp Ready to eat! (reg $6 29/lb) $7 29 lb Large, no antibiotics, no additives Farm-raised in Filet Roast (oven ready w/ veggies) $19 99 lb Vietnam, 2 lb bag $29 39/bag POULTRY Bell & Evans Cornish Hens 24 oz each Scotland Organic Raised Salmon $13 59 lb Koch Whole Turkey, order online Koch Bone-in or Boneless Turkey Breast Domestic Caviar Good Ikura Salmon Roe from 1A Entrée Platters D’Artagnan grade salmon, this inexpensive roe has full flavor and (available in Mt. Airy Capons 9-11 lbs $6 55 lb robust pop Deep orange is great for & Chestnut Hill) Pheasants 2 5-3 lbs $11 25 lb appetizers: 2oz container $15 26 each Pekin Duck $4 79 lb Antipasto Platter, Classic Shrimp Cocktail, Goose 8-10 lbs $10 99 lb Deli Meat and Cheese, Ducktrap Nova, Smoked Fish, Fresh Mozzarella & Tomato, Duck Breasts These are just a few ideas. Other possibilities include mussels, oysters in the shell or jar, crab meat or any Fruit & Cheese: Domestic, Fruit & Cheese: HOLIDAY HAMS fillet, steak or whole fish. Imported, Fruit Platter, Grilled Vegetables, Wellshire Farms Spiral Cut Ham Mediterranean Feast, Dolmas & Hummus, Veggies & Dip Prices that aren’t listed will be posted in the stores. To place an order please call the meat department: Chestnut Hill 215-866-9150 Mt. Airy 215-843-2350

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Cold Hors D’oeuvres Entrees Accompaniments

MINIMUM ORDER OF 15 EACH MINIMUM ORDER 12 PEOPLE MINIMUM ORDER 12 PEOPLE Asparagus wrapped in smoked salmon with Whole roasted filet mignon M/P Pommes Anna $2.00 per person creamy dill dip $2.50 ea Whole poached salmon with cucumber dill Scalloped potatoes $2.50 per person $ Smoked salmon crostini with red onions, capers sauce 75.00 per side Wild rice with butternut squash $2.00 per person and chive cream $2.50 ea Whole turkey breast with cranberry walnut Mashed potatoes/sweet mashed potatoes Belgian endive stuffed with triple cream stuffing M/P $2.00 per person bleu cheese, dried cherry and toasted Tandoori chicken breast with $ Roasted cauliflower with olives almonds 2.00 ea cucumber raita $6.50 per person and walnuts $2.50 per person Crostini topped with filet mignon, pickled onion $ Chicken picatta 6.50 per person $ $ Green beans almondine 3.00 per person and horseradish cream 2.50 ea Chicken kabobs with Curried chicken salad in spicy yogurt sauce $6.50 per person Roasted butternut squash $ with cranberries $3.00 per person puff pastry cups 1.50 ea Tilapia stuffed with spinach and fontina cheese $8.50 per person Whipped butternut squash with caramelized $ Hot Hors D’oeuvres Tilapia à la meunière $7.50 per person walnuts 3.00 per person $ Hoisin roasted salmon $8.50 per person Scalloped baked tomatoes 2.00 per person MINIMUM ORDER OF 15 EACH Lemon oregano chicken $5.50 per person Steamed asparagus with citrus $ Chicken satay with peanut Chicken parmesan $6.50 per person dressing 3.00 per person dipping sauce $2.00 ea Eggplant parmesan $6.50 per person Garlic-sauteed broccoli rabe and Parmesan-panko chicken tenders $1.50 ea white beans $3.00 per person Cheese lasagna $65.00 1/2 pan* Mini crab cakes with Sriracha aoli $3.00 ea $ Turkey or beef lasagna $75.00 1/2 pan* Wheatberry Waldorf salad 2.50 per person Moroccan spiced lamb lollipops with $ Vegan “sausage” lasagna $75.00 1/2 pan* Grilled vegetables 2.50 per person tahini garlic dipping sauce $2.50 ea Butternut squash white lasagna $80.00 1/2 pan* Roasted Brussels sprouts with honey mustard $ Coconut shrimp with sweet chili $ glaze 2.50 per person dipping sauce $2.00 ea Vegan black bean farro burger 4.99 per person $ Pigs in a blanket with spicy mustard dip $1.00 ea Mushroom risotto cakes 4.99 per person Ordering Information Mini potato pancakes with sour cream Acorn squash stuffed with wild rice and dried $ We prefer to have one week’s notice for all $ cherries 7.50 per person and chives 1.00 ea orders but will accommodate last-minute orders Grilled polenta squares with marinara Grilled polenta topped with wild mushrooms and gorgonzola $7.50 per person whenever possible Two day’s notice is required and fresh mozzarella $2.00 ea for cancellations or change of guest count *1/2 pan feeds 12-15 people Available for pick-up in Chestnut Hill only Let the Co-op make your holiday parties simple, Please call WEAVERS WAY CHESTNUT HILL at easy and delicious. (215) 866-9150 ext 209 and speak to the prepared foods department

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