Take a midweek break with us! Join us for Coffee with the Co-op on Wednesday, December 4th, from 12–1:30 PM at Monkey Joe’s (478 Broadway, Kingston). Coffee is on us! Catch up with fellow Co-op members, connect with the community, and get updates on our progress and events. Bring a friend—we’d love to see you there!

We’re thrilled to invite you to our community dinner on Wednesday, September 25th, where we’ll unveil an exciting new initiative that puts buying power back into our hands. Mark your calendars, and don’t forget to bring a dish for our potluck—FREE vegetables are available at the Pine St. farm for your recipe!

A potluck is a community meal where each guest brings a dish to share, creating a diverse and plentiful spread of food contributed by everyone. We’re hosting this dinner potluck-style to emphasize sharing, community, and participation, values central to Kingston Food Co-op. It’s an opportunity for everyone to contribute, showcase their cooking, and enjoy dishes made by friends and neighbors. By hosting a potluck, we celebrate cooperation and reduce costs, making the event accessible for all.

Event Details:

• Date: Wednesday, September 25th

• Time: 6-9 PM

• Location: CCE Pop Up Shop & Cafe (10 Cedar St. Kingston, NY 12401)

Please let us know if you’ll be attending by filling out the RSVP below by Monday, September 23rd. 

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Join Us for Coffee with the Co-op!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 17th, from 12:30-2 PM at Village Coffee in Kingston, NY. We're inviting co-op members and community friends to come together for a relaxed afternoon of conversation over coffee—on us!

It's a great opportunity to chat about the co-op, meet new people, and bring a friend along to share in the fun.

We hope to see you there!

 About This Workshop:
Join us for an engaging and hands-on workshop at South Pine St. Farm, where we will explore sustainable water irrigation techniques and the basics of mushroom cultivation. Learn how to effectively manage water resources in your garden or farm using permaculture principles, and discover the fascinating world of growing your own mushrooms at home. This workshop is perfect for community members interested in enhancing their gardening skills and promoting sustainability. All levels of experience are welcome!

What You’ll Learn:

• Sustainable Water Irrigation Techniques

• Basics of Mushroom Cultivation at Home

• Permaculture Principles

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We’re excited to invite you to our Kingston Food Coop Summer BBQ with a throwback 90s theme! It's the perfect opportunity to gather, enjoy delicious food, and have some retro fun with our wonderful community.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 10th
Time: 1-4 PM
Location: Forsyth Park Pavilion (125 Lucas Avenue Kingston, NY)

What to Expect:

• Mouth-watering food 🍉🍔🌭

• Music 🎶

• Tie-dye station 🌈

• Fun games 🏐

• Polaroid photo station 📸

• And much more!

Volunteer Opportunities: We need your help to make this event a success! Volunteer opportunities are available before, during, and after the event. If you're interested, please let us know in your RSVP.

Please RSVP HERE by August 7th to let us know if you can join us. 

Come dressed in your best 90s attire, celebrate with us, connect with fellow members, and enjoy the summer vibes.  Feel free to bring a dish to share with everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Flower essences are the energetic signatures of plants. They are subtle, highly diluted remedies that are  taken internally. They work with your energy field to gently shift your spiritual, emotional, mental, and  sometimes physical health toward greater well-being. 

In this workshop, we will discuss and then explore the energetics of plants through a brief meditation.  You will learn how to make flower essences at home and will create customized formulas to bring home through intuitive divination. 

What You'll Learn:

• Energetics of plants through meditation

• How to make customized flower essence formulas

• Intuitive divination

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We’re excited to invite you to our Kingston Food Coop Summer BBQ with a throwback 90s theme! It's the perfect opportunity to gather, enjoy delicious food, and have some retro fun with our wonderful community.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 10th
Time: 1-4 PM
Location: Forsyth Park Pavilion (125 Lucas Avenue Kingston, NY)

What to Expect:

• Mouth-watering food 🍉🍔🌭

• Music 🎶

• Tie-dye station 🌈

• Fun games 🏐

• Polaroid photo station 📸

• And much more!

Volunteer Opportunities: We need your help to make this event a success! Volunteer opportunities are available before, during, and after the event. If you're interested, please let us know in your RSVP.

Please RSVP HERE by August 7th to let us know if you can join us. 

Come dressed in your best 90s attire, celebrate with us, connect with fellow members, and enjoy the summer vibes.  Feel free to bring a dish to share with everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

If you’re new to permaculture, this workshop is perfect for you! Join us for a hands-on introductory permaculture workshop. Don't miss out—let's grow together!

What You'll Learn:

• Sustainable Gardening Practices

• How to Create a Thriving Ecosystem in Your Back Yard!

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Join us for a playful garden adventure and converesation! We'll harvest fresh produce and enjoy tasty garden treats together!

What You'll Learn:

• How to Get the Most Nutrients from Your Food

• Create Meals on a Budget

• Healthy Cooking Tips

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Join our crafting workshop using plants from the garden and natural materials to create works of art! Bring along any white cotton clothing that you want to dye!

What You’ll Learn:

• Dying Fabric with Natural Materials

• Making Veggie Stamps

• Pressing Flowers

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Save the date! Our upcoming 5th Annual Members' Meeting and Lunch is approaching and we need your participation.  Join us on Saturday, April 6th at 11 am at the Pine Street African Burial Ground (157 Pine Street in Kingston, NY). We'll be enjoying lunch by Tilda's Kitchen.

The Annual Meeting is an essential event to attend as a member and co-owner of your co-op. It provides a platform for all members to actively participate in the planning and decision-making of our cooperative. 

Here's what to expect at our 5th Annual Members' Meeting

Welcome and Opening Remarks

• A brief welcome to all attendees and an overview of the meeting's purpose. Members help themselves to coffee, tea, and lunch. 

Annual Report Recap

• Highlights from the past year and introductions to any new team members.

Old Location Conversation

• Discussion on the departure from the old location, including reasons and lessons learned.

JQ's Presentation

• Insight from JQ, a co-op developer, on the dynamics of co-ops moving locations.

New Location Conversation

• Initiatives for finding a new location, emphasizing member involvement and outlining steps forward.

Focus Groups Discussion

• Introduction to three focus groups:

  • Location and Design Solutions Group

  • Financial Sustainability Group

  • Community Engagement and Buying Club Group

Open Forum

• An opportunity for members to share thoughts, concerns, and suggestions on any topic.

Focus Groups Sign-Ups

• Members choose focus groups to join, aiding in the co-op's development and future planning.

Closing Remarks

• Summary of the meeting, acknowledgments, and a look at next steps.

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Join this month's open council meeting to hear what's going on at your co-op and what's ahead.  Questions and concerns will be answered during our open forum session.  These meetings are recorded so that our members can watch them later, so feel free to join with your camera off. 

Meeting Agenda:

1. Welcome & Explanation of Council Meetings

2. Co-op Updates

3. Council Committee Updates

4. Other/New Business

5. Open Forum

6. Executive Session

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8090415546

Grab your Nourishment Box from the Ulster County Restorative Justice Center (733 Broadway) in Kingston from 4-7 PM.

December Nourishment Boxes will be available for pre-order between December 4th and December 11th!

Join this month's open council meeting to hear what's going on at your co-op and what's ahead.  Questions and concerns will be answered during our open forum session.  These meetings are recorded so that our members can watch them later, so feel free to join with your camera off. 

Meeting Agenda:

1. Welcome & Explanation of Council Meetings

2. Co-op Updates

3. Council Committee Updates

4. Other/New Business

5. Open Forum

6. Executive Session

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8090415546

Join this month's open council meeting to hear what's going on at your co-op and what's ahead.  Questions and concerns will be answered during our open forum session.  These meetings are recorded so that our members can watch them later, so feel free to join with your camera off. 

Meeting Agenda:

1. Welcome & Explanation of Council Meetings

2. Co-op Updates

3. Council Committee Updates

4. Other/New Business

5. Open Forum

6. Executive Session

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8090415546

Join this month's open council meeting to hear what's going on at your co-op and what's ahead.  Questions and concerns will be answered during our open forum session.  These meetings are recorded so that our members can watch them later, so feel free to join with your camera off. 

Meeting Agenda:

1. Welcome & Explanation of Council Meetings

2. Co-op Updates

3. Council Committee Updates

4. Other/New Business

5. Open Forum

6. Executive Session

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8090415546

Join this month's open council meeting to hear what's going on at your co-op and what's ahead.  Questions and concerns will be answered during our open forum session.  These meetings are recorded so that our members can watch them later, so feel free to join with your camera off. 

Meeting Agenda:

1. Welcome & Explanation of Council Meetings

2. Co-op Updates

3. Council Committee Updates

4. Other/New Business

5. Open Forum

6. Executive Session

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8090415546

Join this month's open council meeting to hear what's going on at your co-op and what's ahead.  Questions and concerns will be answered during our open forum session.  These meetings are recorded so that our members can watch them later, so feel free to join with your camera off. 

Meeting Agenda:

1. Welcome & Explanation of Council Meetings

2. Co-op Updates

3. Council Committee Updates

4. Other/New Business

5. Open Forum

6. Executive Session

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8090415546

Our next community gardening day will be on Thursday, July 13th from 5-6:30 pm at South Pine Street City Farm (27 South Pine St., Kingston, NY). 

Join us to get your hands in the soil, help steward the garden, and have fun with community members. 

We'll bring snacks and water, you bring gloves and anything else you might need to be more comfortable, including sunscreen, shades, or a hat and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. See you there!