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NEXT WEEK: A Bonus Day of Farm Market Shopping
Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Henry Got Crops Farm Market, 7095 Henry Ave. (at Saul High School), Roxborough
Take care of your Thanksgiving produce needs at this pop-up weekend edition of our farm market. Pick up Weavers Way Farm greens and root veggies, along with produce from local growers. You'll also find cider from Weaver's Orchard of Morgantown, cheese from Conebella Farm of Elverson, meats from Stryker Farm of
Saylorsburg, and much more. Be sure to say hi to the sheep and cows while you're there!
Want to meet the farmers behind our farms? Stop by our Chestnut Hill store this Saturday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or the following Saturday in Mt. Airy. Farmers Hannah and Ali will be selling raffle tickets ($5/ea.) to our 2020 CSA share giveaway. They'll answer questions and pose for selfies, too!
NEXT WEEK, TOO: Get Festive at Waldorf's Holiday Fair
Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 6000 Wayne Ave., Germantown
The Co-op is co-sponsoring this year's fair, which takes place Friday evening (for grownups) and all day Saturday, featuring more than 70 artisans and makers.
Saturday admission is $5; FREE for ages 14 and under. More info here.
SAVE THE DATE: A Plant-Based Potluck in Mt. Airy
Tuesday, Nov. 26, 6-8 p.m., Mt. Airy Nexus, 520 Carpenter Lane
ThanksLiving is back, and will introduce the Co-op's new vegan meet-up group.
Bring a vegan dish (no meat, fish, dairy, eggs, or honey) to serve 8-10 people, as well as your favorite liquid libation. Suggested donation ($5) benefits the Red Robin Song and Animal Sanctuary. More info here.
Cool Stuff Around The Co-op
A Ragin' Cajun $4 Friday
Friday, Nov. 15, 4-8 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
We're bringing the heat this week:
- Cajun roasted chicken or Cajun white beans and tofu
- Steamed rice
- Salad
- Roll and butter
*While supplies last
Enjoy Art Miron on guitar and vocals while you dine. Pour yourself a sample from Ambler Beverage Exchange's growler. BYO.
Note: There will be no $4 Friday dinner on Black Friday, Nov. 29.
Tidy Up the Food Forest at Awbury
Saturday, Nov. 16, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Awbury Arboretum Agricultural Village, 6336 Ardleigh St., Mt. Airy
Awbury Stewards of the Food Forest and members of the Philadelphia Orchard Project work together every third Saturday of the month to maintain all aspects of the Forest. FREE; register here.
The Problem with Plastics
Sunday, Nov. 17, 4-7 p.m., Milo's, 7165 Germantown Ave., Mt. Airy
What’s the difference between PE and PET plastics? What happens now that China no longer takes our refuse? Find out answers from guest lecturer Dr. Kevin Cannon, a Penn State Abington chemistry professor and former industrial chemist in plastics research. FREE; register here.
Get Carve-Ready in Ambler
Sunday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
Get your knives, scissors, garden tools, and more sharpened while you shop by Jesse Howe of Howe Sharp.
Q&A with the Nutrition Team
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 4-6 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
Bring your questions and concerns about healthy eating, Co-op products, or anything related to nutrition and food.
Membership Orientation in Mt. Airy
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 4:30-8 p.m., Mt. Airy Nexus, 520 Carpenter Lane
Here's your chance to bone up on Co-op basics — and get credit for it! Understand how to opt in or out of working membership, the best ways to access the most benefits, and more.
Five Exceedingly Simple Hacks to Improve Your Health
Friday, Nov. 15, 10-11:30 a.m., the Café at Weavers Way Ambler
Co-op member Seth Pollins will offer five practical (and unique) health hacks to optimize digestion, sleep, energy, and more. FREE; register here.
Mindfulness for the Holidays: A Roadmap to Sanity
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6:30-8 p.m., Healing Arts Studio, 15 W. Highland Ave., Chestnut Hill
Weavers Way Health & Wellness Committee members Rachel Kriger and Esther Wyss-Flamm will focus on how to approach the holidays and enjoy family grounded in the science of acupuncture and mindful movement. They'll clue you in on specific tools to maintain your sanity. FREE; register here.
For the most up-to-date info on what's up at Weavers Way:
Visit the online events calendar at www.weaversway.coop/events
Cool Stuff in the Neighborhood
Fill Up at PIHN's Empty Bowl Dinner
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 4-8:30 p.m., United Lutheran Seminary, Brossman Center, Benbow Hall, 7301 Germantown Ave., Mt. Airy
This annual fundraiser includes all-you-can-eat soup, bread, and desserts and features an appearance by PBS 39's Mike McGrath, host of "You Bet Your Garden." More info here.
Weavers Way Ambler
215-302-5550
217 E. Butler Ave.
8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
Weavers Way Chestnut Hill
215-866-9150
Main Store:
8424 Germantown Ave.
7 a.m.-9 p.m.
Monday-Saturday
8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday
Next Door Wellness:
8426 Germantown Ave.
9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
Weavers Way Mt. Airy
215-843-2350
Main Store:
559 Carpenter Lane
8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
Across the Way
Wellness & Pet:
610 Carpenter Lane
8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
