NE Network - Community Justice & Public Safety
"Dialogue is a positive endeavor. It builds solidarity and creates unity . . . . [It] gives rise to trust, even among those who don't see eye to eye."
-- from Buddhism Day by Day by Daisaku Ikeda
NE Network: A monthly conversation between Northeast's organizations, businesses, educators, elected officials, police, art collectives, and various groups int he faith community. There are already so many good things going on in Northeast -- let's come together to make it even better! Help us to build a civic partnership for a stronger Northeast Minneapolis!
This month's topic: Public Safety and Community Justice
Speakers:
Doug Jewett, chief operating officer at Project for Pride in Living (PPL)
Taryn Ranck, Community Coordinator with Restorative Justice Community Action
Inspector Bryan Schafer, 2nd Precinct Commander
Barbara Mundis, Adult Probation Supervisor at Hennepin County Probation Eastside Office
This is a great chance for business owners and residents alike to hear a safety update and develop a deeper understanding of how we can become involved in both crime prevention and community justice.
Held every second Thursday of the month
7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Eastside Food Co-op's Granite Studio
2551 Central Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
NE Network - Transportation
Come by bus, auto, bike, or foot—but be sure to attend the next Northeast Network to talk about transit planning in Northeast Minneapolis!
The Network will be held Thursday, April 8, from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. at the Eastside Food Co-op’s Community Room at 2551 Central Ave NE.
We have a great line-up of guests able to address the many modes of transit that exist or are envisioned for Northeast, so please be sure to come with your questions. Joining our discussion will be:
• Michelle Dibblee, Transit for Livable Communities Ms. Dibblee is a Senior Organizer with TLC and a Northeast resident, and will speak about biking and walking programs, among other things.
• Kevin Reich, City Council Member, Ward 1. Councilmember Reich is our new Ward 1 representative on the City Council and a longstanding supporter of public transit options.
• Mark Stenglein, Hennepin County Commissioner, 2nd District Commissioner Stenglein is the County representative for Northstar and the Northern Lights Express and has met with the City and Anoka County on possible streetcars on Central.
• Metro Transit planning (tentative). We anticipate that a representative from Metro Transit will be able to join us to talk about arterial BRT and other aspects of transit planning along Central Avenue.
Please email board@eastsidefood.coop by Tuesday, April 6, to let us know if you are able to make it, so that we can be sure to have enough muffins and coffee! We look forward to seeing you at the Co-op!
NE Network - where people from many organizations and interests can share information and make new connections
Eastside Food Co-op
2551 Central Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(in the meeting room at the front of the building)
"Dialogue is a positive endeavor. It builds solidarity and creates unity . . . . [It] gives rise to trust, even among those who don't see eye to eye."
--from Buddhism Day by Day by Daisaku Ikeda
Let's Raise Some ART FUNds...
ArtShare NE Parade Project - FUNdraiser
LOCAL MUSIC & FOOD...
A fundraiser will be held Sunday, May 23 at Grumpy's NE. 1-6pm to support ArtShare and the 2010 Parade Project. ArtShare is a Northeast Minneapolis community arts group that is facilitating workshops in creating wearable “floats”, masks and banners in preparation for marching in the Northeast Parade. ArtShare encourages folks of all ages and backgrounds to represent the diversity of Northeast.
There will be food, silent auction and music by ELIZA BLUE and THE CACTUS BLOSSOMS and PAUL COOK.
Be there! Have fun with your neighbors, and help make the Northeast Parade represent all NORTHEASTERS!
Contact:
Abby Rae LaCombe (217) 494-8422, abbyrae.lacombe@gmail.com
Project Contact:
Jennifer (612) 432-1512, artsharene.blogspot.com, artsharene@gmail.com
THIS Saturday Corn & Brat Fest!
The Northeast Farmers' Market Annual Corn and Brat Fest!!
Come by for $3 Kramarczuk Brats, $2 Gardens of Eagan Sweetcorn, and lemonades and sodas for just a buck. Sweetcorn for breakfast never tasted so good!
Saturday, August 14 ~ 9 am to 1 pm
NE Farmers Market ~ 7th & University Aves
Co-op Night at the Twin Cities River Rats!
Eastside Food Co-op is sponsoring the home show on Thursday, June 24.
Show your love for this local organization and bring your family and friends to the west bank of the Mississippi River just below the Broadway Bridge for this FREE Family Fun Event!The Twin Cities River Rats Waterski Show Team is a 100% volunteer organization. The River Rats plan, practice, and perform waterski shows at their home site (west bank of the Mississippi River just below the Broadway Bridge), and and at various other locations throughout the Midwest. Team members participate in all aspects of the show, from skiing to boat driving, announcing and even rolling ropes. Originally the University of Minnesota's ski team, the River Rats currently have over 70 members of all ages, and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
The River Rats perform weekly shows at their home site for FREE every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. (the Development Show starts at 6:30 p.m.)
Donations will be solicited to help the Twin Cities River Rats fund their practices and competitions. Concessions will be available.
Eastside Food Co-op will be sampling some of our great summertime fare!
EFC Member's Movie Night
Join us for a screening of "End of the Line" a powerful documentary about the devastating effect of overfishing.
Imagine an ocean without fish...
Imagine the global consequences...
This is the future if we do not stop, think and act.
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“The world’s first major documentary about the devastating effect of overfishing premiered at Sundance Film Festival. Filmed over two years across the world - featuring top scientists, indigenous fishermen and fisheries enforcement officials, revealing the effects of our global love affair with fish as food and the impact of overfishing on our oceans. |
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NE Network September Meeting
NE Network Meeting
Thursday, September 9
7:30 am - 8:45 am
EFC's Community Room ~ Complementary coffee, muffins and fruit
Topic: "Where'd all that stuff go?" A conversation about how the waste stream flows
from and through our community, and ways that we can lessen our impact.
Our September meeting will focus on issues of waste and waste disposal in and through Northeast Minneapolis, and provide an opportunity for us to consider questions such as:
* What kinds and how much waste does our community generate? Where does it go?
* What kinds of human health impacts do different components of the waste stream have? How can we reduce them?
* What kinds of legislative proposals or public programs are in the works to address our mounting waste issues?
* What kinds of practical steps can individuals and businesses take to lessen the load?
Our panelists will include:
* Susan Young, Director, City of Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling
* John Jaimez, organics recycling coordinator with Hennepin County Environmental Services
* Kathleen Schuler, MPH, Co-Director, Healthy Legacy of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy
We recommend that you take a look at The Story of Stuff, a 20-minute video created several years ago by activist Annie Leonard about how stuff enters and moves through the waste stream. With clear language and simple but striking illustrations, Leonard demonstrates the complexity and scale of the waste problem on a global scale. The video is available at www.storyofstuff.com.
Please RSVP by Tuesday, September 7, if you are able to join us for the Network.
RSVP here: network-rsvp
Thank you!
Leslie Watson,
Eastside Food Co-op Board President
"Dialogue is a positive endeavor. It builds solidarity and creates unity . . . [It] gives rise to trust, even among those who don't see eye to eye."
--from Buddhism Day by Day by Daisaku Ikeda
P.S. Save the dates for the next NE Network meetings. Hope to see you at any/all of them!
October 14
November 11
December 9
(The topics/details will be posted shortly please check back soon. Thanks)
Earth Day at EFC!
Eastside Food Co-op Recognizes Earth Day!
A Special Gift for Earth Day!
Bring your own reusable bag & buy at least $20 in the Bulk Dept. to receive a beautiful signed print by local artist
Linnea Doyle
“Roots”
This Mural is also part of our 4 X 8 Gallery on the North Wall!
One per customer, Note: A limited amount of these remarkable prints are available.
Annual Eastside Food Co-op Spring Ponder
2020 Vision: Reducing, Expanding, Engaging
THIS Friday, April 16, 2010
6-8 p.m. in Suite A
Wine & Cheese - EFC Member Reception
Ask questions. Ponder answers. Propose solutions. Share with other Co-op members. Connect with the NE community.
How can EFC reduce its footprint?
Why do we have so much plastic to recycle?
How do we start a community composting program?
How would you feel about eliminating all bottled water?
How can the EFC best make use of available space to expand operations?
What options should have highest priority in the next 10 years?
How can EFC and its members help to maintain the vitality and viability of our great community?
How can we be more involved with the public education system in NE Mpls?
Can we connect with local artists and create a Co-op gallery?
Don’t pass up your chance to participate. The Eastside Food Cooperative wants your input!
If you are interested in helping to plan the Spring Ponder, contact Bobbie Fredsall at bfred@visi.com.
Spring Ponder Committee: Kathy Brewer, Bobbie Fredsall, Lisa Friedman, Manisha Nordine
August is EAT LOCAL month at Eastside Food Co-op
Eat Local ~ Pot Luck
Saturday, August 28
5p.m. – 8p.m.
Granite Studio ~ EFC’s Community Room
THIS SATURDAY!
Live Music by The Cactus Blossoms!
If you've not signed up never mind... Please join us and please feel free to make your favorite local hot dish, snack, side dish dessert or entrée and share the recipe with your friends and neighbors. You’ve taken the challenge, now share your success, stories and challenges and enjoy the company and food of other Localvores.
About The Cactus Blossoms
After years of singing together at home and around campfires brothers Jack and Page decided it was time for a full band and formed The Cactus Blossoms. With dual guitars and harmonies they perform songs by their favorite country singers including The Louvin Brothers, Hank Williams, Rex Griffin, Jimmie Rodgers, Ray Price, Johnnie & Jack, and a few originals too. Come down to a show and dance to the songs that make us laugh, cry, and lose our blues.
Visit their myspace page at:
http://www.myspace.com/thecactusblossoms
This will be a zero waste event so please bring your own utensils.
EFC Movie Night - Family Film & Pizza Party!
Join us for a fun evening of fresh deli pizza and a film!
Friday, September 17 ~ Please note the NEW DATE!!
6:30 pm - 9 pm
EFC ~ Community Room ~ KIDS WELCOME!
This is a FREE event open to all.
Chicken Run ~ Chicken run is a clay animation adventure set in a chicken farm in Yorkshire, England. It follows the misadventures of the chickens as they make various plans and attempts to escape from the coop. This family friendly movie has wonderful visuals and is full of action, adventure and lots of fun.
August is EAT LOCAL month at Eastside Food Co-op
Eat Local ~ Movie Night
Screening DIRT! the movie
Thursday, August 19 TODAY!
7:30p.m. – 9:30p.m. (summer hours)
Granite Studio ~ EFC’s Community Room
DIRT! The Movie takes you inside the wonders of the soil. It tells the story of Earth's most valuable and underappreciated source of fertility--from its miraculous beginning to its crippling degradation and brings to life the environmental, economic, social and political impact that the soil has. The real change lies in our notion of what dirt is. "The only remedy for disconnecting people from the natural world is connecting them to it again." What we've destroyed, we can heal.
Watch the trailer here: www.dirtthemovie.org/
Gardening Matters Workshop
FREE....
HOW TO START A COMMUNITY GARDEN
Learn the necessary steps to starting a garden!
Get helpful worksheets and factsheets!
Learn about resources to help with setting up a new garden!
Please RSVP to kelsey.gardeningmatters@gmail.com so that we can have enough materials.
EFC Movie Night - Back to FRIDAY!!
FREE Friday Night Movie at the Co-op.
FRESH
Friday, June 18 at 7-9pm Granite Studio
This movie celebrates the farmers, thinkers and business people across America who are re-inventing our food system. Each has witnessed the rapid transformation of our agriculture into an industrial model, and confronted the consequences: food contamination, environmental pollution, depletion of natural resources, and morbid obesity. Forging healthier, sustainable alternatives, they offer a practical vision for a future of our food and our planet.
Among several main characters, FRESH features urban farmer and activist, Will Allen, the recipient of MacArthur’s 2008 Genius Award; sustainable farmer and entrepreneur, Joel Salatin, made famous by Michael Pollan’s book, The Omnivore’s Dilemma; and supermarket owner, David Ball, challenging our Wal-Mart dominated economy.
Watch the Triler here: www.freshthemovie.com
• FREE Admission TO ALL
• FREE Popcorn
• No childcare available
Art-A-Whirl at Eastside Food Co-op
Mosaic Art by Rachel Rodenborg - Seriously Whimsical Studio
Friday, May 14th 5-9 p.m. Opening Night*
Saturday, May 15th 12-8 p.m.
Sunday, May 16th 12-5 p.m.
Eastside Food Co-op
Rachel Rodenborg will be exhibiting her original mosaic art at Eastside Food Co-op during Art-a-Whirl Experience mosaic first hand during a “hands on” demonstration Saturday and Sunday from 2 PM – 3 PM (ages 11-adult: $9, 10 and younger: $5 to cover supplies) and take your artwork home with you! Original artwork featuring recycled and repurposed glass, china, and art objects will be available for purchase.
For more information, please visit: www.seriouslywhimsical.com
March Food Drive
For More information see the article in this Newsletter
EFC Movie Night
William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe
Filmmakers Emily Kunstler and Sarah Kunstler explore the life of their father, the late radical civil rights lawyer. In the 1960s and 70s, Kunstler fought for civil rights with Martin Luther King Jr. and represented the famed “Chicago 8” activists who protested the Vietnam War. When the inmates took over Attica prison, or when the American Indian Movement stood up to the federal government at Wounded Knee, they asked Kunstler to be their lawyer.
EFC Cooking Class
Meatless Family Meals
Chef Karen Cross
Vegetarian food can be fun and delicious. Learn how to provide your family with healthy non-meat meals using local and organic foods. Experienced vegetarians and staff from Eastside Food Co-op will explain why many people choose this eating path and show you how to cook good food sans-meat. Class will be demonstration style with samples. Recipes will be provided.
Thursday, September 30th
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
$15
Columbia Heights Community Education
EFC Board Meeting
EFC Monthly Board of Directors' meetings are held in the Granite Studio at the Co-op. All members are welcome to attend. Please contact board@eastsidefood.coop if you would like to receive meeting materials prior to the meeting, or if you have an item you would like placed on the agenda.
EFC Cooking Class
Vegan Holiday Party
Chef Karen Cross
Learn how to prepare great vegan food for holiday party. You will learn to cook an appetizer, a soup, a salad, main course and dessert that will delight the senses. Vegan food is creative, tasty and an adventure in the kitchen. Experienced staff from Eastside Food Co-op will explain why many people choose this eating path (no animal foods or by-products) and you learn how to cook a good vegan food. If you have never cooked a vegan meal before here is your chance to learn a few choice recipes. Class will be demonstration style with samples. Recipes will be provided.
Thursday, October 28th
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
$15
Columbia Heights Community Education
EFC Board Meeting
EFC Monthly Board of Directors' meetings are held in the Granite Studio at the Co-op. All members are welcome to attend. Please contact board@eastsidefood.coop if you would like to receive meeting materials prior to the meeting, or if you have an item you would like placed on the agenda.
NE Art Action!
ArtShare NE Parade Project
ArtShare , a Northeast Minneapolis community arts group, is facilitating 4 free workshops to guide Northeast neighbors in creating and building wearable “floats”, masks and banners in preparation for the Northeast Parade. We encourage folks of all ages and backgrounds who live or work in Northeast to represent the diversity of Northeast.
4 FREE Workshops OPEN TO ALL!!
Saturdays May 29, June 5, 12 and 19
11:30am -3:00pm
at Edison High School
NE Parade Date: Tuesday June 22 at 6:30pm
Contact: Jennifer Arave- 612-432-1512, artsharene@gmail.com
EFC Cooking Class
Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free Holiday Cookies
Chef Angela Litzinger
The holidays are a time of celebration, often with a cookie in hand. This class will focus on helping you create a variety of holiday goodies that are all gluten and dairy free. Several techniques will be demonstrated to help save you time in the kitchen, helping you fill up your cookie jar in no time. Class will be demonstration style. Recipes and samples will be provided.
Wednesday, November 10
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
$15
Columbia Heights Community Education
Advice for the Loaf-Lorn
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Bring stories or examples of your failed attempts at homemade bread to share with supportive class members and an experienced home and café bread baker and start on the road toward a more successful relationship with homemade bread.
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Taught by Davis S. Cargo 7 - 9 p.m. $10/$5 members Eastside Food Co-op - "Granite Studio" To register: Email - luna@eastsidefood.coop or call Luna 612-843-5409
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NEW in the Deli.
Our deli has a NEW Local Sushi provider ~ Sushi Avenue!
Delivered Fresh Daily by 10am!
We've added some delicious NEW options to our sushi selection so come on by and try some.
Ever wondered about the nutritional value of sushi? Click here.
Check out their website. Click here
Having a Party?
You can order Sushi Party Platters through the co-op. Orders must be be placed 2 days in adavance.
More Meatless Family Meals - Cooking Class
Vegetarian food can be fun and delicious.
Learn how to provide your family with healthy non-meat meals using local and organic foods. Experienced vegetarians and staff from Eastside Food Co-op will explain why many people choose this eating path and show you how to cook good food sans-meat. Menus will be provided, prepared and, of course, sampled.
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Wednesday, April 28th 6:30-8:30p.m. $15 (1 session) Northeast Middle School - Community Education To Register: In person or by check: Northeast Middle School - Community Education 2955 Hays St N.E. Mpls, MN 55410 By phone 612-668-1515 MasterCard/Visa
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Get Acquainted Breakfast
NE Network October Meeting
NE Network Thursday October 14
(The topics/details will be posted shortly please check back soon. Thanks)
Here are next meeting dates hope to see you at any/all of them.
November 11
December 9
(The topics/details will be posted shortly please check back soon. Thanks)
NE Network November Meeting
NE Network Thursday November 11
(The topics/details will be posted shortly please check back soon. Thanks)
Here we are at the second to last 2010 NE Network meeting hope to see you in December.
December 9
(The topic/details will be posted shortly please check back soon. Thanks)
NE Network December Meeting
NE Network Thursday December 9
(The topic/details will be posted shortly please check back soon. Thanks)
Here we are at our final NE Network meeting for 2010 thank you at all who attended and made them great event!
See you in 2011.
Water Filter Special!
Buy any two WaterMarque shower units and receive one Free replacement filter (a value of over $20)
from WaterMarque products, available at Eastside Food Co-op.
Water Marque Products
8400 Duluth Street
Golden Valley, MN 55427
763-544-2733
Benefit for Land Stewardship Project
Celebrate Good Food & Farming from the Twin Cities to greater Minnesota
A Benefit for Land Stewardship Project
LSP office backyard
821 E. 35th Street
Minneapolis
Join us to support Land Stewardship Project's work to build sustainable and just food systems in Minnesota's small towns and urban areas. Minnesota has rich agricultural land and farmers growing good food, yet our food still travels an average of 1,500 miles to our tables. Small towns and core urban neighborhood often have no place to buy fresh fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods.
Despite these challenges, Minnesotans continue to develop creative ways to feed ourselves, our communities and steward the land.On May 15 we will hear from farmers who are doing just that in rural Minnesota and the heart of Minneapolis, and hear updates on LSP's work to cultivate strong food and farming systems.
* Laura Frerichs of Loon Organics in Hutchinson, MN - hear about her organic vegetable farm, working to make a good living, and providing healthy food
* Jeremy McAdams of Cherry Tree House Mushrooms - urban mushroom production and how his Minneapolis neighborhood is cultivating food and community.
Enjoy appetizers donated by many excellent local restaurants, including:
* Modern Cafe
* Brasa Premium Rotisserie
* Bryant Lake Bowl
* Cafe Barbette
* Red Stag Supper Club
* Bedlam Theatre
To RSVP or to learn more about our benefit, please contact Sarah Claassen at 612-722-6377. RSVPs are helpful but not required.
EFC Movie Night - This Friday!
Two Angry Moms
Part exposé, part "how-to", the movie chronicles the efforts of two mothers and other leaders in the fledgling better school food movement as they take on the system nationwide. From Chefs Alice Waters and Ann Cooper reinventing school food in Berkley California to Chef Tony Geraci's student designed meals in New Hampshire, the movie covers programs that connect the cafeteria with the classroom and connect our kids with the earth….Two Angry Moms shows not only on what is wrong with school food; it offers strategies for overcoming roadblocks and getting healthy, good tasting, real food into school cafeterias.
August is EAT LOCAL month at Eastside Food Co-op
Eat (Out) Local ~ Happy Hour!
Tuesday, August 17
4p.m. – 6p.m.
Sen Yai Sen Lek
Let’s chat and chew at our favorite local Thai restaurant and update each other on our progress, challenges and favorite recipes of this year’s Eat Local. Sen Yai Sen Lek - 2422 Central Ave NE.
NE Royalty Sock Hop
Family and friends are more than welcome to join in on this great low cost FUN Family friendly event!
NE Minneapolis Royalty's Sock Hop
East Side Neighborhood Service
1700 Second Street NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
EVERYONE, of all ages, is invited to Join your Northeast Minneapolis Royalty friends and family for an old fashioned Sock Hop. Please come dressed in 50’s wear for the occasion!
ADMISSION FEE: 5.00 per person-Includes Hot Dog Dinner dancing and FUN. There will be additional food items for sale as well as a Silent Auction and some games.
Please donate NEW pairs of socks (any kind)-Socks will go to Sharing and Caring Hands and get a ticket for games.
Music, food and lots of fun and games
§ Hula-Hoop Contest
§ Limbo Contest
§ Bubble Gum Blowing Contest
§ Best 50’s Dressed Contest
§ Face Painting
Picture Buttons for sale $5.00 each. Our Goal is to collect socks to be donated to our friends at Sharing & Caring Hands.
Check our website for ways you can help.
For Questions or to RSVP- Please contact Heidi Zaworski at 612-408-0242 or
Special Thanks to sponsors East Side Neighborhood Services & Sentyrz Supermarket
EFC Board Meeting
EFC Monthly Board of Directors' meetings are held in the Granite Studio at the Co-op. All members are welcome to attend. Please contact board@eastsidefood.coop if you would like to receive meeting materials prior to the meeting, or if you have an item you would like placed on the agenda.
EFC Movie Night
Food Fight
Over the course of the 20th century, our food system has been co-opted by corporate forces whose interest do not lie in providing the public with fresh, healthy and sustainably-produced food. Fortunately for America, an alternative emerged from the counter-culture of California in the late 1960s and early 1970s, where a group of political anti-corporate protesters – led by Alice Waters – voiced their dissent by creating a food chain outside of the conventional system.
Futures Meeting
Interested in cycling, the environment, and green spaces?
A Northeast Futures Task Force is holding a meeting to discuss potential projects in Northeast to get involved with - or possibly even starting our own!
Please join us for conversation and planning:
Thursday August 5, 5 pm-6 pm
@ Eastside Food Co-op’s Community Room
2551 Central Avenue Northeast
Minneapolis, MN 55418-3725
Questions? Concerns? Contact Jamie@necdc.org, 612.627.9366.
Working to promote the economic development of Northeast Minneapolis in a manner that furthers the interests of both residents and businesses.
NEW Member Orientation TODAY!!
Hope you can make it!
Hi New Eastside Food Co-op Members,
We are a holding a "Welcome to Eastside Food Co-op Orientation" in your honor!
This will be a fun and informative evening followed by snacking, chatting and a film.
If you are an existing member or potential member and would like to know more about Eastside Food Co-op and meet some our members please feel free to join us!
EFC Movie Night - TONIGHT!
Movie Night at your Local Co-op!
Thursday ~ July 15
7:30 ~ 9:30pm
FREE Admission ~ All Welcome!!
FREE Popcorn & Beverages
Life and Debt
A feature-length documentary which addresses the impact of the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank and current globalization policies on a developing country such as Jamaica….. The lessons of Jamaica--where these policies have been in effect for nearly twenty-five years--extend far beyond its shores. Life & Debt is a tribute to the ingenuity and strength of the people who defy the odds of survival, yet its primary aim is to inform young adult audiences in the U.S. of the impact these policies have on our neighbors abroad.
Photography Show at EFC
Addis: Photographs from the Capital of Ethiopia
By Jeffery Skemp
Jeffrey Skemp has been full-time in the grocery department at Eastside Food Co-op since 2008. He was raised on a farm on the outskirts of La Crosse, Wisconsin. In the fall of 2006 he was invited by two friends to travel to their country of origin, Ethiopia, and be part of their wedding. He readily accepted their invitation and made the trip to Ethiopia in the winter of 2007. It is there he rediscovered photography.
Jeffrey is also a poet and is honored to have won the 2010 VERVE Intermedia Arts Grant for Performance Poetry as well as the 2010 Jerome Travel and Study Grant for Literature which will allow him to return to Ethiopia in 2011. More of his photographs can be viewed at illkept.blogspot.com.
A note of interest: Addis Ababa translates from Amharic to English as "New Flower", Addis meaning "new" and Ababa meaning "flower". Also, within informal conversation with friends and family, Addis Ababa is often referred to simply as "Addis" to those who are familiar with it.
All photographs are for sale!
March Food Drive Extra Donation Day
1% for Food
On Saturday, March 13, our Samplin’ Saturday, EFC will donate 1% of the day’s sales to the March campaign. Some of these funds will be donated to the Little Kitchen for their food purchases, and some will be used to buy food directly from EFC suppliers to donate to the Little Kitchen food shelf.
New Tenants at 2555 Central Avenue!
Please join Eastside in welcoming our new tenants...
"$5.99 or Less Fashion" is a discount store for the whole family.
Our new tenants are family -- Inas and Mohamed Muhidine have joined together to put a bricks and mortar face on their successful internet business. They feature mens, womens, juniors, childrens and infants clothing as well as accessories. Their products are new, brand-name, and overstock, and inventory changes weekly!
Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Co-op customers are welcome to enter from the interior hallway.
EFC Wins Small Business of the Year!
The Northeast Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce awarded Eastside Food Co-op the 2009 Small (50 or fewer employees) Business of the Year award on October 6, 2009 at the Second Annual Northeast Celebration event held at the Aveda Institute. Eastside has been a member of the Chamber since 2003. This is the second time the co-op has won the Small Business Award. The first award was given in 2004, in recognition of the store's successful first year. This year, the co-op was recognized for our continued growth, our leadership on Central Avenue, and our commitment to post-consumer plastics recycling.
