Henry Got Crops Farm Market's Finale TOMORROWFriday, Nov. 30, noon-5 p.m., 7095 Henry Ave. (at Saul High School), Roxborough
Last chance for our fresh greens and root crops, as well as apples and cider, winter squash and other fall favorites from local suppliers. Plus, look for end-of-season sales on our local specialties!
Stop by and see us — and thanks for another great season at Henry Got Crops. See you in May!
Don't Miss Happy Hour at the MercFriday, Nov, 30, 4-6 p.m., Weavers Way Mercantile, 542 Carpenter Lane, Mt. Airy
Mix, mingle and peruse the merchandise while sipping holiday cheer — spiked eggnog and spiced apple cider — at the Mercantile, our holiday popup store. Other Cool Stuff Around the Co-op
$4 Friday Dinner Returns4-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, Weavers Way Ambler
We're baaack. Here's what's cookin' this week: - Baked Chicken or Vegan Baked Tofu and Lentils
- Rice Pilaf
- Green Beans
Jay Klales will provide dinner music. BYO, or grab a sample from this week's growler from our next-door neighbor Ambler Beverage Exchange.
Amble into the HolidaysSaturday, Dec. 1, Noon-2 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
Everyone loves a parade, right? March with us in the Ambler Holiday Parade. Marchers get three hours of working member credit — even the kids! Sign up on the Work Calendar in the Online Member Center, members.weaversway.coop. To help make props, contact Kathleen at kcasey@weaversway.coop.
Weavers Way Board Monthly MeetingTuesday, Dec. 4, 7-8:30 p.m., Chestnut Hill Community Centre, 8419 Germantown Ave.
The Board meets this month in Chestnut Hill. All are welcome — RSVP to boardadmin@weaversway.coop so we'll know how many chairs to put out!
Neighborhood Nutrition Team Open HoursFriday, Nov. 30, noon-2 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
The Weavers Way Neighborhood Nutrition Team is IN! Bring your questions and concerns about healthy eating, holiday eating, Weavers Way products or anything related to nutrition and food.
Team members will be at the Ambler store four more times this month, including two $4 Friday Dinner appearances: - Tuesday, Dec. 4, 1-3 p.m.
- Tuesday, Dec. 11, 3-5 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 14, and Friday, Dec. 21, 5-7 p.m.
This Month's Only New Member Orientation!Thursday, Dec. 13, 6:30-8 p.m., Ambler Senior Activities Center, 45 Forest Ave.
We encourage everyone to attend a New Member Orientation after joining; you'll earn two Working Member hours for showing up, and also learn all about how the Co-op works and why your membership is valuable. To RSVP, sign up on the Online Work Calendar or contact Membership at member@weaversway.coop or 215-843-2350, ext. 119.
Let's Talk About Food For AllOver the next several months, the Co-op will be taking steps to improve Food For All, our discount program for members on assistance (SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, WIC, SSDI, SSI, or Military Disability). If you participate in Food For All, we invite you to participate in an interview or focus group. We'll compensate you for your time with a $10 Co-op gift card. Please contact the Food Justice Committee at foodjustice@weaversway.coop. We value and depend on your input!
Cool Stuff in the Neighborhood
Bone Up on Tree Bark with Your PuppersSaturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-noon, Temple Ambler, 580 Meetinghouse Road
Join Ambler Arboretum of Temple University Director Kathy Salisbury for a special dog-friendly Bark Walk to examine the intricate patterns of trees throughout the Arboretum. Wear walking shoes and bring your four-legged walking companions. Click here for more info and to RSVP. Make Your Own Natural Ornaments Friday, Dec. 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Four Mills Reserve, 12 Morris Road, Ambler Morris Road,
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Join Wissahickon Valley Watershed Association for an evening of making natural ornaments using dried flowers, pine cones, seeds, pods, berries and the like. Registration required: Members of WVWA and children under 12 are free; non-members, $10. Please register at least 48 hours in advance. Come to the Ambler store for $4 Friday Dinner before you head over! Click here for more info. Greens & Holiday Eats at Awbury ArboretumSaturday, Dec. 8, 1-4 p.m., Awbury Arboretum, Cope House, off Chew Avenue near Washington Lane, Germantown
Enjoy refreshments, holiday music, marshmallow roasting, cookie decorating and more as you shop for holiday greens and hand-made, earth-friendly gifts. All proceeds support our nonprofit partners at the Arboretum. Click here for more info.
Make Your Own Holiday WreathSunday, Dec. 2, 7-8:30 p.m., Weavers Way Mercantile, 542 Carpenter Lane, Mt. Airy
Join designer and gardener Lizzy Holm for a fun evening of crafting wreaths and other holiday decorations using natural native materials. Each participant will leave with a unique and beautiful holiday wreath! $35 per person including materials. Click here to reserve your spot.
DIY Bulk Gifts for the HolidaysWednesday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
Get ideas for delicious, fun and sustainable homemade gifts using ingredients from our Bulk Department. Neighborhood Nutrition Team members Dorothy Bauer and Liz Traison Witkin will show you how to make infused oils and vinegars, pickling spice mixtures, pancake and soup mixes, custom teas and more. $5 covers ingredients and jars. Click here for more info and to RSVP.
Herbs for Cold and Flu SeasonThursday, Dec. 6, 6-7:30p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
Join functional nutritionist and clinical herbalist Wendy Romig for a primer on herbal remedies for boosting your immunity and getting rid of runny noses, coughing, achiness and more. Be sure to bring a sampling cup, as we'll be brewing up some cold-buster teas to try. FREE. Click here for more info and to RSVP. Superfood Brownies & Raw Vegan MousseFriday, Dec. 7, noon-1:30p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
Discover how to make no-bake brownies jam-packed with nutritious superfood ingredients such as cocoa nibs, goji berries and coconut. Led by Nutrition Team Member Dorothy Bauer. Click here for more info and to RSVP. The Art of MacraméFriday, Dec. 7, 7-9:30 p.m., Weavers Way Mercantile, 542 Carpenter Lane, Mt. Airy
Learn the soothing ancient textile art of macramé (decorative knotting) with fiber artist Angela Boltz. We'll learn the history behind macramé, three basic knot formations and how to start a project of your own. $45 covers the class and materials. Pre-registration required; click here for info. Heart-Healthy Choices for the HolidaysTuesday, Dec. 11, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Weavers Way Ambler
Nutrition Team member Nicole Schillinger will talk about how to adjust holiday recipe ingredients to make them healthier for your heart — and lower in calories! She'll also whip up raw vegan eggnog for you to try. FREE. Click here for more info and to RSVP. An Introduction to Somatic Experiencing TherapyThursday, Dec. 13, 6:15-7:45 p.m., 143 W. Walnut Lane, Germantown
Learn about how you are wired sensorily and how this informs the Somatic Experiencing approach to handling trauma. Practice sensory tracking as a way of noticing familiar emotions and learning to use this information to slow down anxiety. Led by Working Member Elanah Naftali, DrPH, LMFT. $5; space is limited to 10. Click here for more info and to register.
It's Gift Card Season, and We've Got a Deal for YouFor all of December, when you purchase $100 worth of Weavers Way gift cards at any of our stores, we'll throw in a $10 gift card free. It's our way of saying thanks for introducing the folks in your life to the Co-op. Need more info? Talk to one of our friendly cashiers.
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217 E. Butler Ave.
8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
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8424 Germantown Ave.
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Monday-Saturday
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Next Door Wellness
8426 Germantown Ave.
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