Did you hear that winter's over?
The basil and the carnations cannot control their laughter. The nightingale, back from his wandering, has been made singing
master over all the birds. The trees reach out their congratulations. -Rumi
If you have
ever met me, the least you could say is that I am enthusiastic, especially when
I discover something amazing. To me, the
Richmond Food Co-op is beyond amazing!
When I met Michele Lord last fall, I practically flew to her side where
she stood next to the trusty chalkboard announcing the news, “Food Co-op Coming
Soon”. I’ve had the privilege of working
for the Co-op ever since.
We have recently reorganized our original Steering Committee
into a few sub committees focused on the Co-op’s most pressing needs at this
point in the start up process – the Outreach Committee, Events Committee, Buy
Local Committee and an Advisory Council. I am excited to Chair the Events
Committee, as events are the most tangible (and fun!) way for us to stay
connected to our growing community. We have many great plans in store in the
coming months - it will be a busy spring and summer! Dates and details for all
of our future events will be posted on our website and Facebook page.
Are you a member/owner
and looking to lend a hand? Consider
becoming an official Co-op volunteer and help us spread the word at our events.
We are building a trained volunteer
support team that we will call on to help promote and staff our events and we
need your help! Email me at Frances@richmondfoodcoop.com
if you are interested in learning more. It’s time to get busy and Spring Into Action! Work with me to help make our dream into our
reality!
Additionally, we need our entire Co-op community to join us
next Tuesday, April 16th for the i.e. Start Up Competition at Richmond
CenterStage. In addition to the grand
prize of $10,000 there will be an audience vote for a $2500 award – your attendance
matters! Tickets to the event are free - please register
today. Please note that audience members will vote electronically – so be sure
to bring a smart phone or laptop with you to the event. We look forward to
seeing you there.
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