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Wine Not?
- photo and flyer by Katie Christofferson |
Just in time to chase away the doldrums of winter. Share some fine local wine with fellow member at the beautiful Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery in the Rattlesnake.
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A Shift in the Life of a Co-op Member
Most summertime Saturday mornings you will find me at the Farmer’s Market, watching the baby parade and perusing the local veggies, praying for Brussels sprouts. The colder months leave an empty space in my weekend routine, so I was more than willing to volunteer for my first shift on a Saturday morning in December.
I started by signing into the till, preparing for the rush of Co-op members I hoped would be in that day. I had told a few of my member-friends that I would be working, and I was ready to test my old grocery-checking skills. Accurately rung groceries, here I come! My first friend-customers arrived, baby stroller in tow. They perused the inventory as we chatted, stocking up on local items and Kombucha. I rang them up, helped them bag and they were on their way. My next task was to get the floors cleaned up. I swept then mopped the front room and the back room with the sinks. When I finished, everything was clean and smelling of orange.
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The next customers were also friends, and their visit was similar. They picked out local food and the ever-popular Kombucha. We discussed what we were doing that evening as I rang them up. It was great to see them and was fun to be behind the counter, interacting in different roles than we were all used to. The remainder of my shift was spent making signs for some of the new frozen products we were to receive that afternoon. I thought the fact that I got a sneak peek at the new inventory was first-rate, and the sign making satisfied my Sharpie-use addiction. Once again the Co-op was providing an opportunity for mutual benefit! The next “shiftie” arrived shortly thereafter. I counted out of my till and signed off on the deposit as more members came in to shop. My work was complete for the day.
This summer you will find me at the Co-op on Saturday mornings, whether volunteering or shopping, as I find the same sense of community here that I find at the Farmer’s Market. I may be “working” as I volunteer, but it is a refreshing change from my weekday “desk jockey” job. I love that I can see friends, pick up some of my own groceries, support local growers and producers, and do good for Missoula, all in the same place. |
-Jessica Glebke
If All You Have Are Midget Carrots...Make Carrot Cake!
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease & flour two 9" round pans, two 8" x 8" pans, or one 9" x 13" pan.
Whisk together:
1 1/3 cups flour
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
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 Add to dry ingredients:
2/3 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
Stir in:
1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup raisins |
Scrape batter into pans & spread evenly. Bake until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes in round or square pans, 30-35 minutes in 9" x 13". Let cool for 10 min in pan. Slide knife around edge to detach from pan, remove from pan & let cool.
 Cream Cheese Frosting:
Beat until just blended
8 oz cold cream cheese
5 tablespoons butter (at room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla
Add, 1 cup at a time:
2 cups powdered sugar
Beat just until smooth. Frost cake & voila!
Ingredients in green can be found at our co-op!
Member Spotlight- Lisa Lee
What is your name? Lisa Lee
What neighborhood or town do you live in? East Missoula
What is your favorite place you’ve been? Holland Lake
Where were you born? Missoula
What is your occupation/vocation? Staff Auditor at Missoula Federal Credit Union
What is your favorite food available at the co-op? Semi-sweet chocolate chips
What food would you most like to buy at the co-op? Hormone-free chicken breasts
Where do you hope to travel someday? Norway
What is your all time favorite book? Bluebeard by Kurt Vonnegut
What is your all time favorite movie? The Milagro Beanfield War
Why are you glad to be a member of the Missoula Community Co-op?
Because I like the idea of creating something with a group of like-minded people.
If you would like to be featured as the member of the month, please answer the first and last questions, and add any others you would like to answer.
Email your answers to qqq1970@yahoo.com. |
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Warehouse Folk
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December 8, 2007, showed Missoula what the Missoula Community Co-op is all about. In a combined effort of volunteers, community, and music, Amy Martin showcased a set of new acoustic songs and marked the first public event in the Co-op’s warehouse space.
With special guests, Emi Kodama and Rachel Tillman, Amy christened the new space with humor, good music, and community spirit. Special treats donated by Co-op members and extra blankets kept people warm and the response was very positive. It is estimated that about 60-70 people attended and it was a nice mix of Co-op members and the general public.
Not only was the event itself a success but the volunteer effort was truly astounding. Members of the Outreach and Facilities groups came together to create a unique community space and an event that went off without a hitch. Personally, I was amazed at the overall positive attitude and how much everyone pitched in. In addition, Amy wanted to extend one more “thank you” to the Co-op and everyone involved for their support and help.
Thank you to everyone who helped, organized, baked, donated, built, and came to the show. We couldn’t have done it without you. And for the next show? I think we might be ready for John Prine. If you have any suggestions or ideas for future community events or performances, please contact the Outreach committee. |
-Erin Kautz |
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