On the Menu This Week: Mexican Rice Bowl$4 Friday Dinner is served from 4 to 8 p.m. every week in The Café at Weavers Way Ambler. On May 18, we'll be dishing up Cilantro Lime Rice with Chicken, Pepper and Onion, or Black Bean, Corn and Edamame (vegan). Toppings include Roasted Tomatillo Sauce, Avocado Crema and Enchilada Sauce Grab a side salad for a buck, buy a beverage or BYO, and enjoy live music from Larry Ahearn. Bring your own place setting for a little extra Co-op love!
Got an Edible Inquiry? Come Early & Ask the Nutrition TeamFriday, May 18, 4-6 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
The Weavers Way Neighborhood Nutrition Team is a group of nutritionists, dietitians and other wellness practitioners who aim to inform and inspire Co-op members to make changes in their nutrition. Bring your questions and concerns about healthy eating, Weavers Way products or anything related to nutrition and food, then stay for $4 Friday Dinner!
Other Cool Stuff Around the Co-opTONIGHT: New Member OrientationThursday, May 17, 6:30-8 p.m., Ambler Senior Center, 45 Forest Ave.
We encourage all members to attend a New Member Orientation after joining. We'll help you understand what your Co-op membership means, how it works and why it's valuable. You'll have the opportunity to meet other members and Co-op staffers while enjoying light refreshments. Plus, all members earn two hours of work credit just for attending — what a great way to jump-start your working membership! Sign up on the Online Work Calendar (login required) or contact Membership at member@weaversway.coop or 215-843-2350, ext. 119.
Ready to Invest in the Co-op? Learn More
Weavers Way has launched a followup to our successful 2016 Member Loan Program. Join us at one of these events to find out more about Together We Grow Phase II.
Cool Stuff in the Neighborhood
Ned Wolf Park Plant SaleSaturday, May 19, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., corner of McCallum and Ellet streets
Hundreds of perennials, annuals, shrubs, houseplants, glazed pots, garden books and more will be on sale to raise funds for the all-volunteer group that beautifies this public garden in West Mt. Airy. To donate plants or your time, contact Eric at ericsternfels@icloud.com.
Rescheduled: Chestnut Hill Home & Garden FestivalSunday, May 20, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill
Raindrops were falling on their heads, so the organizers of Chestnut Hill's annual street fest, originally scheduled for May 6, told the 150 home-and-garden vendors, food purveyors and other participants to come back this weekend. Click here for more info. Be sure to stop by the Co-op while strolling the Avenue — grab some kombucha, check out our selection of herbs, flowers and veggie starts, or take a break at our picnic tables in The Backyard!
Now Forming: Well Spouse Support GroupMonthly on the 4th Tuesday (this month, May 22), 7-8:30 p.m., Center on the Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave., Chestnut Hill
When a person gets a diagnosis of a disease or becomes physically disabled, their spouse/partner may be there to help, but who is there to help the caregiver? Caring for an ill spouse/partner can be lonely, overwhelming and frightening. This Well Spouse Support Group seeks to alleviate that. Please join us. Registration is required; contact facilitators Fern Zeigler (fernzeigler@gmail.com or 484-686-7689) or Claire Salvi (215-407-5567).
Plant Ambler Community Planting Day
Saturday, May 26, 9-11:30 a.m., exact locations TBA
Remember the last Plant Ambler Day? April 7 (pictured) seems so long ago. Other than gloves, you'll want to dress differently this time around!
Plant Ambler is a community-beautification effort staffed by volunteers and supported by donations since 1973. You can still get Weavers Way work hours for participating. To sign up, visit the Online Work Calendar at members.weaversway.coop (login required) or contact Membership at 215-843-2350, ext. 119, or members@weaversway.coop.
Active Older Adult Wellness ExpoWednesday, May 30, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Ambler YMCA, 1325 McKean Road
Come visit the Weavers Way table at the Active Older Adult Wellness Expo at the Ambler YMCA. We're excited to be a part of this opportunity for businesses that promote healthy living for older adults and provide products and services related to health and wellness.
Gluten-Free Products: Store Tour & DemoSunday, May 20, noon-2 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
It’s not uncommon for a friend or colleague to report that they’re staying away from gluten in their diet. Weavers Way Neighborhood Nutrition Team member Dorothy Bauer will talk about gluten and grains, help you find gluten-free products and hand out recipes and a few samples, too. FREE; no registration required.
Managing Stormwater at HomeWednesday, May 23, 7-8:30 p.m., 542 Carpenter Lane, Mt. Airy
Help make Philadelphia a greener city by learning the basics and benefits of managing storm water at your home. Participants will be eligible to receive a free rain barrel and get reduced pricing on downspout planters, rain gardens, depaving plans and permeable pavers. This program is presented in partnership with the Philadelphia Water Department's RAIN CHECK program, managed by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and the Sustainable Business Network. FREE. Click here for
more info and to RSVP.
Eastern Medical Diagnosis & TreatmentWednesday, May 30, 6-7:30 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
Curran Latchford, founder of Ground Luminosity, an Eastern wellness center and a member of Weavers Way's Local First Program, leads this workshop. Learn how to read your body via the face and tongue in interactive demonstrations and exercises. The program will also go over different treatments, such as massage and food, incorporating what you can do at home to self-treat. FREE. Click here for more info and to RSVP.
Permaculture Mash-Up & PotluckThursday, May 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Summit Church, 6757 Greene St., Mt. Airy
Join us for an evening of permaculture sharing and community building. How are people practicing and implementing permaculture ethics and principles in our own Mt. Airy and neighboring communities? A group of permaculture practitioners share slide presentations of their work to engage and inspire you to pursue permaculture projects of your own. FREE. Bring a dish to share! Click here for more info, including bios of the presenters, and to RSVP.
Don’t miss the bi-weekly eShopper for specials, demos & more!
Weavers Way Ambler
215-302-5550
217 E. Butler Ave.
8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
Weavers Way Chestnut Hill
215-866-9150
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
559 Carpenter Lane
Across the Way Wellness & Pet
610 Carpenter Lane
8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
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