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Frederick Douglass. The original co-op store at 31 Toad Lane, Rochdale, England in 1844.

Frederick Douglass & Co-ops in 1846

The linking of Frederick Douglass, John Bright, Rochdale, and the first modern co-op began in 1846. The link between cooperatives and the campaigns against slavery, and for civil rights continues strongly to this very day and for eons to come. David Thompson shares this piece of history with us in our latest blog post.

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A housing zoning map from Philadelphia.

Racial Redlining Fought by Postwar Interracial Co-ops

The history of racial redlining is pretty bleak. In this story, David Thompson shares some of that history and how cooperatives worked to help overcome those challenges. There is clearly much work still to be done and the cooperative model can still be an important tool to help to address these issues.

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A variety of colorful citrus sliced into wheels.

It’s In Season — Citrus

This time of year we can’t get enough of citrus! For decades we’ve worked closely with local organic farmers and distributors that have come to know that our customers want variety! Every winter we’re happy to deliver such a diverse selection of citrus.

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EcoFarm & The Real Organic Project

We received a letter from our friend Paul Muller from Full Belly Farm that he wanted us to share with you all. You are invited to learn about the dysfunction surrounding the USDA Organic label and real solutions for the future of food from 12 organic leaders who will give TED-style talks on January 17th. Read the letter and learn more on our blog.

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Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers

Still looking for a few more things to stuff those stockings? We’ve got you covered! Check out the Wellness Department when you can find a great variety of gifts that are perfect stocking stuffers including body care, bath and gift sets, decor, games, apparel, calendars, jewelry, candles and more.

Check out the gallery below for some inspiration and feel free to ask our staff for help locating any specific items you may be looking for while you’re in the store shopping.

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A collection of soaps.

Gift Guide: Wellness & Body Care

Our Wellness Department is a treasure trove when it comes to holiday gifts. We have everything from decorations to stocking stuffers, greeting cards, wellness and body care products, supplements and so much more.

In this guide we’re sharing some of our favorite wellness and body care products.

P.S. Don’t forget about Wellness Wednesdays — every Wednesday, members save 15% on body care and supplements and everyone else saves 10%.

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