Your CO-OP proudly announces that our 1st summer fun fundraiser will be held Friday November 11th at the Red Rattler. Alfalfa House along with ARTHUR B'S FRINGE AFFAIR will be hosting a night of comedy, improv, song, dance, and much much more! This is going to be the event of the year! We hope to see each and every one you there, laughing, dancing, playing, and celebrating the year that has been. Click HERE for Tickets and more info.

The Annual Survey had several focus points this year. This month we'll discuss the volunteering section. We are always looking for new volunteers, and thanks to your input we see that there are some things that might help! See the review HERE

Our farmer direct produce is one of the best parts of our co-op. In an attempt to bridge the gap between farmer and buyer, we'll be featuring one of the farms and farmers who's produce we stock.

This month Anika has added a firecracker of a piece on local food, the importance of it and why Alfalfa is always looking for new growers.  There are many reasons why local food is important and beneficial. The Article also details why just having the "local" stamp isn't always a automatic answer to your produce buying needs. Check it out HERE

Alfalfa sources our tasty organic liquorice and chocolate coated treats from Green Grove Organics and thought it was time to  share a little bit of the story behind the Green Grove Farm and June Flour Mill. This month they've shared their story with us HERE.

Over the past few months one of the biggest concerns from members has been whether or not we were receiving seaweed from Japan post Nuclear disaster. We've sourced kelp from the atlantic ocean for now read up about it HERE. Get the rest of the scoop in Monika's IN THE BINS.

Turmeric was traditionally called "Indian saffron" because of its deep yellow-orange colour. It has been harvested in India for more than 5,000 years where it is commonly referred to haridra, haldar or haldi. Although the plant grows in many tropical areas, the majority of turmeric now grows in India.

Our expert Naturopath, Elaine Parry, takes us through her DETAILED TURMERIC GUIDE, discussing the plant's history and uses!

The Cooks River is one of our area's best kept secrets.This month Alfalfa House is going to help clean, promote, and hopefully do some good for her. Follow the EVENTS CALENDAR for all of the upcoming events and for more info! 

Food Foraging in the city may seem a little bizarre to some! November 12th DIEGO is going to take us on a tour down by the cooks river and show us the local foods that are growing wild that are edible along the way! RSVP HERE

River Clean-up! The Mudcrabs are a group of dedicated river keepers in Marrickville. On November 15th, Alfalfa House is going to lend a hand with the cleanup for the month. We'd love to have your help! We'll meet up and clean all morning from 9 to till noon. We have 3000 members, imagine what we could all accomplish together! Join in HERE

Thoughtful Foods is the UNSW food co-operative. They sell a range of healthy, environmentally-friendly foods and groceries, including weekly organic fruit and veg boxes. , they not only do we sell food, we're also a vibrant community! Thoughtful Foods is a place where people share ideas and develop friendships. 

They are currently recruiting co-ordinators for 2012. Each coordinator commits 8-9 hours per week, including a 4-5.5 hour shop shift on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, and an organising role out of the shop (including regular meetings). The position lasts for 1 year

Email HERE for more 

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