January 14, 2021: A Buy on Local Bagels, a Webinar on a Lesser-Known COVID treatment, and a Weekend Sale on Shrimp
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Something to Chew On: 25% off Our Bagels This Friday
Friday, Jan. 15, all Weavers Way locations
Yes, there is an actual National Bagel Day, and it's this Friday. In celebration, we're taking 25% off all our fresh local bagels — Fill A Bagel of Jenkintown and Oreland, LeBus of King of Prussia, Roling's of Elkins Park, and Metropolitan of Philly — while supplies last. (Selection will vary by Weavers Way location.) Stock up on your favorite spread — it's going to be a tasty day!
The Case for Ivermectin as a COVID-19 Treatment
Tuesday, Jan. 19, 7:40-8:45 p.m., virtual event
Dr. Alexis Lieberman will discuss this established drug, which has been studied and widely used internationally for treatment of COVID-19. Participants can ask questions about the research throughout the conversation. Open to everyone; no personal medical advice will be given. Free; learn more and register here.
Hang Tight: Revised Pub Date for Our Next Shuttle
Friday, Feb. 5, all Weavers Way locations and online
Due to COVID-related complications, we've pushed back the publication date of our next Shuttle. Look for our February issue online and in the neighborhood on Friday, Feb. 5.
Other Important Co-op Stuff
Save Big on Shrimp Starting Friday
Friday, Jan. 15-Sunday, Jan. 17, all Weavers Way locations
Ready the cocktail sauce! All this weekend, two-pound bags of cooked shrimp (16-20 count) are $8 off. (reg. $27.99/ea.)
Resolution vs. Revolution Sandwiches: Week 2
Through Sunday, Jan. 17, Weavers Way Chestnut Hill
This week's Resolution entry is grilled chicken on a Merzbacher's ciabatta roll with Muenster cheese, house pickled onion, baby arugula, and caramelized onion aioli.
Meanwhile, our Revolution sandwich consists of fried chicken tenders drenched in our own Buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar, our own blue cheese dressing, lettuce, onion, and pickles on an Italian roll. Both are $8.99/ea. A different special starts each Monday this month!
From Resolution to Reality with Seth Pollins — Part 2
Saturday, Jan. 16, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., virtual event
Join wellness expert Seth Pollins for the second of his two-part class on making and keeping resolutions. He'll offer straightforward tips for making and following through on your intentions. If you missed the first part, you can join this second session and still benefit! All are welcome. Free; register here.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Fabric-of-Our-Community Make-In
Monday, Jan. 18, 1-2:30 p.m., virtual event
Join us for a virtual art "make-in" with fabric art hosted by Mindy Flexer that's open to all! You and your children are invited to Zoom in to share an up-cycling project and your vision of the greater good. There are lots of things you can do and make! Free; register here.
Get Out and Earn Your Working Member Hours This Month
Sign up for one or more of these shifts:
- Help out at the Philly Goat Project's next Christmas tree-cycling event at the Farm at Awbury Arboretum on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; text Karen Krivit at 215-460-7725 to register.
- Pack nutritious food boxes for seniors at the Share Food Program in Allegheny West. Shifts for caravan packers and drivers are also available.
Get more info and sign up on our Member Work Calendar.
Check In with the PRTF on Facebook
Our Plastic Reduction Task Force continues to work toward cutting back on single-use plastics at the Co-op. Click here to visit their Facebook page.
It's Not Too Late to Run for Our Board
Thinking of running for the Weavers Way Board of Directors? Candidate information sessions are coming up soon. Here's all the info you need to get started.
Cool News for the Neighborhood
Earth Friendly Spots to Drop Your Tree
Keep your Christmas tree off the curb and out of the landfill! Here are some options:
- Philly Goat Project is accepting pine tree snacks for their Nigerians and Nubians on Saturdays, Jan. 23 and 30. More info here.
- The Philadelphia Streets Department has 13 locations to drop off your tree this Saturday, Jan. 16.
NW Philly Group Wants to Repurpose Campaign Yard Signs
They're looking to construct a mural to celebrate democracy; the mural will be mounted on a Mt. Airy home by Inauguration Day. For more info, including sign donation instructions, email Betsy Teutsch or Adina Newberg.
Petition to Restore Regional Rail to Northwest Philly
Sponsored by Philly-based PAC 5th Square. Get more info and sign here.
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