Happy Valentine's Day!
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Valentine's Day is Sunday, February 14th. The origin of Valentine's Day seems to be shrouded in mystery, but at MOCO, we know you'll want to celebrate with that special someone.
Here are a few ideas to make this Valentine's Day
safe and one you'll always remember!
DIY Things to Do with Your Valentine!
- Take a hike: Even if it's cold, taking a hike is a great way to unplug and unwind.
- Bake something sweet: Baking is fun and you get to eat your creations!
- Eat breakfast in bed: Enjoy a Valentine's breakfast while lounging in bed together.
- Go for a drive: No destination? No problem. All you need is a tank of gas and a
MOCO February Member Specials!
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All Equal Exchange products are 10% OFF
for the entire month of February!
and producers through information, education, and the
exchange of products in the marketplace.
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Equal Exchange Avocados
Equal Exchange Bulk Coffee
Black History Month
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“Let truth destroy the dividing prejudice of nationality and teach universal love without distinction of race, merit or rank.”
~ Carter G. Woodson
To commemorate and celebrate the contributions made by people of African descent, American historian Carter G. Woodson established the second week in February as Black History Week in 1926. In 1976, President Gerald Ford decreed Black History Month a national observance. Since then, the month of February serves to both reaffirm and uphold the historical importance of Blacks in America. Woodson also hoped that the time would come when Black History Month would be unnecessary. Unfortunately, we still have a long way to go. Black History Month gives us a cultural appreciation of the
Vendor Spotlight - Baker By Nature VT
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Why Social Media... and just what the heck is it?
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MOCO has fully embraced social media to reach out to our local community and connect with our customers, within Lamoille County and beyond. We are able to help keep you informed, build brand awareness, increase our customer base, and connect our customers and members. We strive to educate you about our local vendors, farms and producers, as well as healthy food and lifestyle options.
We are building our following on Facebook and Instagram and adding to our email subscriber list daily. We have a new LinkedIn account and we are planning to add a new YouTube Channel soon!
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MOCO is extremely thankful for all of our follows and subscribers, but we
Round It Up For Change (RIUFC) 2021 Recipients Announced!
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The Morrisville Food Co-op is pleased to announce the five Lamoille County nonprofit recipients of the co-op’s Round It Up For Change program for 2021. Through Round It Up For Change, MOCO shoppers have raised thousands of dollars to support Lamoille County nonprofit organizations.
Lamoille Community House (LCH)
Recipient Period: February 1 – March 31, 2021
LCH is a shelter that provides clean beds and hot meals to people in our community experiencing homelessness. With kindness and dignity, LCH offers guests hope, security and connection to community. Their intent in 2021 is to move from a seasonal shelter to a year-round model and increase staff
MOCO January Member Specials!
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It's January and now that the holidays are over,
it's time to get back on track.
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Black River Meats
Organic Stew Beef
Regular Price: $10.49
Black River Meats
Ground Beef Patties
Regular Price: $8.69
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Black River Meats Boneless Pork Loin Chops
Vendor Spotlight - Stowe Mercantile Kitchen
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Stowe Mercantile Kitchen came into being about a year and a half ago. It is a family business located in Stowe, VT, that wanted to offer authentically handmade food products. A branch of Stowe Mercantile, their family business, Stowe Mercantile Kitchen is managed by Abby Sherman, "It’s our family business and something I’ve been apart of my whole life. This new Stowe Mercantile Kitchen is a perfect branch for me to operate. I have always loved baking and am happiest when creating. So, developing new recipes and product is an endless source of joy," says Abby.
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The Stowe Mercantile Kitchen is a test/production kitchen. They produce griddle cake (pancake), scone
News & Updates 12-18-2020
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What's New at MOCO?
Check out the new products we've brought in to the store
just in time for your holiday meal!
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New Zealand Lamb
- Grass-fed
- Pasture raised free range
- No antibiotics or added hormones
- GMOs are illegal in New Zealand
- Aged 96-hours to the height of flavor & tenderness
LaBelle Farm's Magret Duck Breast
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Pacific Cod Fillets
- Sweet & milf flavor
- Tender, white texture
12 Days of Giving with MOCO!
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12 Days of Giving with MOCO!
Yup, we love our MOCO customers!
To prove it, we're giving you some awesome DEALS just in time for the holidays!
Starting tomorrow, December 13th,
take advantage of these great deals for the next 12 Days ending on Christmas Eve.
Look for each Daily Deal on our social media channels.
Then, stop in the store, mention you saw the current day's deal and ENJOY.
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From all of us here at MOCO, we are honored to be serving our community during this time and
thank you for supporting your local food coop!