The Healthy Alternative July August 2015

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EVER’MAN ECO-FRIENDLY BAG CHARITY POLICY

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PENSACOLA’S ORGANIC & NATURAL FOODS, ALTERNATIVE HEALTH EDUCATION & GREEN LIVING NEWSLETTER

A LETTER FROM WILLIAM ROLFS GENERAL MANAGER

THE HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE Published for Ever’man

by Ballinger Publishing Ever’man Publishing Coordinator Maria Pinochet Publisher Malcolm Ballinger Executive Editor Kelly Oden Editor Josh Newby Editorial Assistant Dawn Gresko Graphic Designer Rachael Waldroup Staff Contributer Jenny Gorman Ad Coordinator Guy Stevens Account Executives Becky Hildebrand Jennifer Bullock For information: info@everman.org For advertising rates, contact 850.433.1166

Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe serves a diverse community. The diversity is reflected in culture, tastes, needs, lifestyles and viewpoints.

It is within the vision of this cooperative to strive to embrace diversity and to meet as many community needs as possible. Opinions and viewpoints shared within this newsletter are neither endorsed nor disregarded. Editorial content is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, prescribe, recommend or offer medical advice. Ever’man reserves the right to review the appropriateness of the placement of advertising. The product appropriateness is based on Ever’man’s product philosophy regarding accountability to healthfulness. If there seems to be potential for conflict-of-interest issues regarding competition with products sold at Ever’man, the ad may be rejected. Ads will be sold at the discretion of the Marketing Manager who reserves the right to refuse and edit submissions.

The Healthy Alternative is published every other month by Ballinger Publishing for Ever’man Natural Foods Co-op, Inc. DBA Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe (Ever’man).

All Rights Reserved. Comments and opinions expressed in this publication represent the personal views of the individuals to whom they are attributed and/or the person identified as the author of the article, and they are not necessarily those of the publisher. This publication accepts no responsibility of the individual advertiser.

Appearance in this publication does not necessarily reflect endorsement of any products or services by Ballinger Publishing. © 2015

GREETINGS TO OUR MEMBERS AND CUSTOMERS, I hope you are making the most of your spring and summer. The weather is really nice, even though it’s getting very hot and muggy. As most of you, who read my notes know, I love the water and participating in water activities. This season, I am making the effort to enjoy the beautiful bays and Gulf our area has to offer.

Have you seen our Store community garden? Wow, has it grown since being planted by the Girl Scouts on Earth Day! It has been so beautiful-looking for the past few months. The squash has really produced and we have seen cucumbers, tomatoes, corn, okra, and lots of herbs. The squash plants are starting to look a little bad, but it’s from people going into the beds looking for a few pieces to take home. This year has been a test garden. We have let anyone pick veggies as they ripen. In the years to come, we plan to use this space as a true teaching garden. Thanks to Brandon (staff member) for all his hard work in our garden. He should be very proud of the results.

On June 6th, we held our Annual Spring Membership Meeting and Social. We estimated that more than 300 people attended this year. The Ever’man Board was able to report really good financial news and announce the possibility of another location in our future. I was pleased to report not only a strong financial outlook, but good results from several financial audits. We were audited by the State of Florida for Sales Tax and Tangible Tax. We scored very well on both. The Ever’man Board recently commissioned a full financial audit for the year ending March 31st, 2015. This audit is currently underway. I am very pleased with my staff’s performance after reviewing the results so far. I want to thank Joy and Jennifer (staff members) on a job well done.

You will notice the cover picture and story inside this THA, and note that we are starting a new benefit for shopping at the co-op. We will now donate 5 cents for every eco-friendly bag you use; bring in your re-usable bags and we will donate 5 cents to one of three charities. We will choose three charities every two months. You will also be able to donate more to those charities during your transaction. So, bring your bags and help to support a more sustainable community, as well as, your choice of a charity aligning with our Ends Statement & vision.

In closing, we will be holding a few membership drives in the coming months. If you’re not a member of our co-op, we would love to welcome you. Make sure to remind your family and friends that co-op membership helps to build a brighter future for our community.

Hope to see you in the store soon,

EVER’MAN ENDS STATEMENT

BECAUSE OF EVER’MAN, THE COMMUNITY WILL HAVE: • education about health, nutrition and environmental issues • access to healthy and natural food products at the lowest possible price • support for responsible, local agriculture and small business • an example of green business practices

STORE HOURS

Monday - Saturday 7:00am - 9:00pm Sunday 9:00am - 8:00pm 315 W. Garden Street · Pensacola, Florida 32502 850.438.0402 · everman.org

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IN THIS ISSUE: 2 | A LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER

Our General Manager talks about what is new at Ever’man and offers insight into how members and customers are being served.

4 | BOARD NEWS

The board reflects on past performance and offers a forward looking vision for the Store.

LOCAL HIGHLIGHT: EVER’MAN PRODUCE DEPARTMENT PAGE 14

Spotlight on family-owned and independant farmers.

7 | NEW PRODUCTS & SUGGESTIONS

Ever’man customers are always welcome to submit suggestions or request items.

We share some of these in The Healthy Alternative along with our reply.

8 | DEPARTMENT NEWS

The Ever’man department managers offer helpful advice on their departments’ items and activities perfect for summer enjoyment.

9 | EDUCATIONAL CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Take a look at the ongoing and new classes that will be taking place in the next two months at the Ever’man Educational Center.

KID FRIENDLY FOODS PAGE 17

Learn how to make your own baby food and homemade sorbet.

10 | EDUCATIONAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Our centerfold educational calendar can be pulled out easily and hung up on the fridge for reference.

18 | MARKETING NEWS

The Marketing Department shares store updates.

19 | MEMBER SPECIALS

Membership with Ever’man has its benefits! Check out some of July’s Member Specials.

For more updates about the store, membership, education, recipes and the Ever’man Cafe daily menu, follow us online!

Website: everman.org Facebook: facebook.com/evermancoop Twitter: @evermancoop Pinterest: pinterest.com/evermancoop Tumblr: evermancoop

Instagram: evermannaturalfoods Sign up for the Ever’man e-mail newsletter: everman.org/membership

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MARKETING NEWS:NEW ECO-FRIENDLY CHARITY BAG POLICY PAGE 18 Learn how Everman will contribute to a charity of your choice.

2015

BOARD OF DIRECTORS DAVE DEBLANDER PRESIDENT STEPHEN MOODY VICE PRESIDENT

BOARD NEWS DAVE DEBLANDER BOARD PRESIDENT

LAUREN SOUTHERN-GODWIN SECRETARY J.J. STEPHENS TREASURER JOHNNY ARDIS DIRECTOR LYNN JACKSON DIRECTOR DAWN VORTHMANN DIRECTOR KELLY ODEN DIRECTOR LYVONNE PATTERSON DIRECTOR FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BOARD VISIT: EVERMAN.ORG/ABOUT/ EVERMAN-BOARD -OF-DIRECTORS MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO MEMBERS. THE NEXT SCHEDULED MEETINGS ARE AS FOLLOWS: There will be no board meeting for the month of July, the next meeting will be August 31st.

Meetings, held at the Ever’man Educational Center, start at 6:00PM. We welcome your participation and comments. If you are unable to attend meetings, consider sharing your feedback via email at: board@everman.org.

We are now one year out from the opening of our remodeled and expanded store and things just get better and better. We hope that you are pleased with the additional square footage, the incredible cafe, the expanded produce section, the beautiful signage, the fabulous Educational Center, the Meat & Seafood Department and a host of other “new” additions.

All this “good stuff” does not mean that we are satisfied or walking away from our duties to improve the store even more. The Board of Directors and staff members want to improve the awareness of our community to the importance of an organic, natural, sustainable lifestyle.

We know that our task is still a gigantic one as members of our community, across all socioeconomic levels, are still not eating wellness promoting , clean healthy organic NON-GMO food. We can and want to make a difference. As always, you as members are more than welcome to give us your thoughts and recommendations toward making a change in our community and utilizing Ever’man as a catalyst for change.

We continue to have daily classes in the Educational Center and are exploring

a host of other methods to get the word out. As a board, we consider the education of our community one of our highest priorities. We are also aware of competition from conventional grocery stores and the potential for other natural food stores to enter the market. We want to stay ahead of the curve by providing the best products, at the best price, with the best service and by focusing on long term planning to make Ever’man the place to shop for years and years to come.

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ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING HELD ON SATURDAY JUNE 6TH, 2015

Ever’man General Manager shares Store performance highlights.

Family friendly activities included the ever popular Bouncy House.

Many members go home with door prizes.

Members enjoy Infusion’s jazzy tunes.

Ever’man staff member Stacie Gunenkov and her partner D’Angelo Johnson share their passion for dancing.

A wide selection of Ever’man Cafe favorites served.

Ever’man Board Officers address members and provide financial insights.

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TOGETHER, WE’RE MAKING THE

CO-OP BETTER NOW IN STOCK: MEDITERRANEAN ORGANIC WHITE FIG PRESERVES

YOU REQUESTED: The best fig preserve you ever tasted!

WE STOCKED: Mediterranean Organic White Preserves A tasty preserve made from Organic Figs, Organic Unrefined Brown Sugar, Fruit Pectin, Citric Acid (Lemon Juice Concentrate).

NOW IN STOCK: COCONUT CREAM YOU REQUESTED: to try something new in your dishes and in your coffee

WE STOCKED: Native Forest Coconut Cream, 5.4 oz. can Native Forest Organic Coconut Cream is an essential component in coconut curry dishes. It’s also great whipped for a non-dairy dessert topping.

Unsweetened.

NOW BACK IN STOCK: NEWMANS OWN HERMITS YOU REQUESTED: The ever popular ginger flavor WE STOCKED: Ginger flavored Newman’s Own Hermits Hermits, an old-fashioned soft cookie recipe, is filled with delicious organic raisins and sweetened with organic molasses. These spicy, chewy cookies are said to have originated in Colonial New England.

SPECIAL ORDERS If you have a favorite product the store carries, do not forget that as a member, you can special order in quantity and save money by receiving bulk pricing, just email the customer service department at customerservice@everman.org or call at: 850-438-0402 ext. 30.

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DEPARTMENT NEWS

WHAT SUGGESTIONS DO YOU HAVE FOR MAKING THE MOST OUT OF SUMMER?

SONNY PORTER

BELINDA CARLINO

MEAT & SEAFOOD MANAGER

CUST. SERVICE MANAGER

To get the most out of this summer, pick up your favorite grilling meat from the Ever’man Meat Department. We have a wide range of grassfed and organic meat cuts and popular sustainable seafood choices. There is no better way to relax than with a meal cooked outdoors. Fire up the grill and grill favorites such as hot dogs and grass-fed burgers. Try something different like our house made sausages or fish fillets. For a perfect summer make sure to repeat until September.

STEVE COCHRAN PRODUCE MANAGER If you plan on trips to the beach or boating this summer, be sure to pick up soft fruit from the produce department. We have a great variety including ready to eat fresh cut fruit, peaches, plums, nectarines, and grapes. To compliment a picnic, be sure to pick up our fresh cut slaw mix and whole seeded or seedless watermelons. If you are attending a dinner or a party, remember to pick up one of our fresh cut flower bouquets.

DARRELL MELTON GROCERY MANAGER With the days of summer upon us our thoughts turn to all of the outdoor activities that we can enjoy. Family vacations, picnics, biking, hiking, the beach or just enjoying all the wonders of Mother Nature are all things we look forward to in the summertime.

We here at Ever’man want to help you have the best, most enjoyable summer so we plan on your favorite summer food items being stocked and ready for your picnics and meals.

It is Summer, and time for outdoor parties and meals cooked on the barbeque. To help save on your outdoor activities just ask your friendly cashier how to join or renew your membership with Ever ‘man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe. Here at the Store, we have all the grocery items you will need and with your membership you can save on all your parties and barbeques all summer.

LYN SPARKS WELLNESS MANAGER Sunscreen would be the first thing I would think of when preparing to enjoy the summer.

In our department, we have a number of sunscreen choices from Alba Botanicals, Badger to KissMyFace. Aloe Vera gel is also a great summer product as it can sooth the skin should you get too much sun.

The Ever’man Wellness Department also carries a number of protein and green food powders in packets. These powders are a great way to keep your energy levels up when you are on vacation.

Also check out our probiotics that don’t require refrigeration.

These can help prevent upset stomachs when you are traveling.

JAY PORTER ASSISTANT PREPARED FOODS MANAGER

Summer time is here and that means the start of the season for backyard barbeques and activities such as boating and going to the beach! For the best of times, add our delicious wholesome selections to your events such as our popular fresh daily sandwiches and salads and our grab and go section items such as Ellen’s cranberry turkey wrap, grilled chicken salads, spinach salads and ready to go grilled chicken breast! You can start your day off right and keep your energy level high by visiting our organic juice bar and getting a fresh squeezed shot of wheat grass! If you are in a rush for dinner you can always grab an all-natural rotisserie chicken on the way home from work. Your Ever’man is here for you when you are on the run chasing that summer sun and fun!

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EDUCATIONAL CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

HEALTH & WELLNESS

PHYSICAL FITNESS

CLASSES

CLASSES

JOURNEY TO SELF-TRANSFORMATION Price: Complimentary

In this ongoing series we will rediscover the tools for transformation and manifestation, how to create and live a life full of love, joy, passion and abundance. We look forward to your joining us as we grow, learn and transform ourselves together.

LA LECHE LEAGUE Price: Complimentary

Participants will learn how to avoid and overcome difficulties in breastfeeding.

MEDITATION AND PRANIC HEALING CLINIC Price: Complimentary Pranic healing promotes general wellness and stress reduction.

TAPPING THERAPY Price: $5 Members $7 Non-members

Come and learn how modern psychology and ancient acupressure meet. Tapping on the body’s energy meridian points offers a natural, drug-free, non-invasive system to eliminate negative emotions and be free from stress, phobias and trauma. Registration is required.

NEW

HOW ACUPUNCTURE WORKS Price: Complimentary

Ever wondered how Acupuncture really works? Is it energy medicine or biological? It turns out that Acupuncture is a lot less mysterious than you might think. Come study with Dr. Peter Shark, AP of Gulf Coast Wellness to find out the truth about this ancient treatment and what it can do for your health.

CUT THE CLUTTER Price: Complimentary

Are you organizationally challenged and ready for a change?

In this class you will learn proven methods and systems to help you trim excess clutter from your home and stay organized even in the midst of busy life events and schedules.

RESTORATIVE YOGA with SARAH Price: Complimentary

As the name implies, this class will focus on relaxation and restoration of the body through the use of yoga props and supportive postures. Ideal for all levels of yoga. Please bring a mat.

CONNECTED WARRIORS YOGA Price: Complimentary

Connected Warriors is specifically for veterans, service members, their families and supporters.

This class is taught by Denise Amick, a yoga teacher specially trained in trauma sensitive yoga.

This class is designed to manage the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Please bring a mat.

GENTLE FLOW YOGA Price: Complimentary

Join Sydney in a gentle flow yoga practice. This yoga class is for all levels. You must be 18 or older to attend. Please bring a mat.

INTEGRATE: A TRAUMA SENSITIVE YOGA Price: Complimentary

Denise Amick, whose specialty is trauma sensitive yoga, helps yoga students heal through the postures and the breath. You will gradually learn to listen to your body in a deeply profound and respectful way. Please bring a mat.

VINYASA FLOW YOGA Price: Complimentary

Vinyasa flow is the art of moving through a series of postures with the breath. Class is led by Sarah Chau. This class is for all levels of practice. Please bring a mat.

KIDDING AROUND YOGA WITH BECA! Price: Complimentary Kidding Around Yoga is a unique children’s yoga organization with a line of original songs, games and stories to use in kid’s yoga classes. Throughout the class kids learn the science of yoga, meditation, and hatha yoga postures, all while having fun! Parents are invited to participate and experience the magic with their kids. Please bring a mat Children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages: 5 to 10 Ever’BODY Yoga WORKSHOP: Price: $5 Members $7 Non-members

This is where you begin your Yoga Journey, as Sallie guides you through a gentle practice that will insure increased flexibility of body and of mind. It is truly yoga for everybody, no matter how inflexible or stiff. This body-friendly yoga meets you where you are, and assists you in changing your body and experiencing peace within. Please bring a mat.

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JULY CALENDAR SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

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2

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11:15AM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6-7PM

BNI MEETING GROUP 7-9AM LA LECHE LEAGUE 10-12PM

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

3

4

KID YOGA 12-1pm VINYASA FLOW 6-7PM REFLEXOLOGY 7:15-8:30pm

INDEPENDANCE DAY CLOSED

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9

BNI MEETING GROUP 6-8:30PM

KID YOGA 12-1PM GAY GRASSROOTS 6-8PM

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BNI GROUP 7-9AM VETERANS’ MEETING 3-5PM

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KID YOGA 12-1pm VINYASA FLOW 6-7PM REFLEXOLOGY 7:15-8:30pm

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TRISH TAYLOR TAPPING 1-3PM TRANSGENDER ALLIANCE 4-6PM

EVER’BODY YOGA WORKSHOP 10-12 noon

STORY SPROUTS 10-12PM GENTLE FLOW 6-7PM PRANIC HEALING 7:15-8:30PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM CROHN’S AND COLITIS FEDERATION OF AMERICA 6-7PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM VITAMIN AND MINERAL ABSORPTION 6-8PM

STORY SPROUTS 10-12PM GENTLE FLOW 6-7PM PRANIC HEALING 7:15-8:30PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM THE GREEN WAVE 6-7PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM

STORY SPROUTS 10-12PM GENTLE FLOW 6-7PM PRANIC HEALING 7:15-8:30PM

STORY SPROUTS 6PM GENTLE FLOW 6-7PM PRANIC HEALING 7:15-8:30PM

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11:15AM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6-7PM

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11AM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6-7PM

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11AM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6-7PM

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11:15AM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6-7PM 30/30 YOGA 6PM

BNI MEETING GROUP 7-9AM

BNI MEETING GROUP 7-9AM

BOARD PLANNING

REAL FOOD DETOX 10-12 NOON JOURNEY TO SELF 12:30-2PM DEBBY’S KITCHEN 2:30-4:30PM

JOURNEY TO SELF 12-1PM

BOARD PLANNING

CLASSES AND EVENTS CURRENT AS OF PRINT DATE JUNE 30TH, 2015. CHANGES AND CANCELLATION INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED VIA FACEBOOK, IN STORE COMMUNICATIONS AND BY CALLING THE STORE.

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AUGUST CALENDAR SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY 1

JOURNEY TO SELF 12-1PM

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BNI MEETING GROUP 7-9AM LA LECHE 10-12PM

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KID YOGA 12-1pm VINYASA FLOW 6-7PM REFLEXOLOGY 7:15-8:30pm

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BNI MEETING GROUP 7-9AM

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KID YOGA 12-1PM GAY GRASSROOTS 6-8PM

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BNI MEETING GROUP 7-9AM VETERANS’ MEETING 3-5PM

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KID YOGA 12-1pm VINYASA FLOW 6-7PM REFLEXOLOGY 7:15-8:30pm

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TRANSGENDER ALLIANCE 4-6PM

PAT JOHNSONCANNING 101 12-1PM

EVER’BODY YOGA WORKSHOP 10-12 noon

STORY SPROUTS 10-11AM GENTLE FLOW 6-7PM PRANIC HEALING 7:15-8:30PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM CCFA 6-7PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM THE GREEN WAVE 6-7PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM VITAMIN AND MINERAL ABSORPTION 6-8PM

STORY SPROUTS 10-11AM GENTLE FLOW 6-7PM PRANIC HEALING 7:15-8:30PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM CUT THE CLUTTER 6-8PM

CONNECTED WARRIORS 10-11AM BOARD MEETING 6-8PM

STORY SPROUTS 10-11AM GENTLE FLOW 6-7PM PRANIC HEALING 7:15-8:30PM

STORY SPROUTS 10-11AM GENTLE FLOW 6-7PM PRANIC HEALING 7:15-8:30PM

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11AM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6PM

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11AM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6PM

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11AM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6PM

INTEGRATE YOGA 10-11:15PM RESTORATIVE YOGA 6PM

BNI MEETING GROUP 7-9AM

KID YOGA 12-1pm VINYASA FLOW 6-7PM REFLEXOLOGY 7:15-8:30pm

PETER SHARK 10-12 NOON DEBBY’S KITCHEN 12-2PM

ACCUPUCTURE WORKS 10-12 NOON DEBBY’S KITCHEN 12-2PM

JOURNEY TO SELF 12-1PM TAPPING WITH TRISH 1:30-3:30PM

REGISTERING FOR A CLASS? If you would like to attend a class offered at Ever’man and there is a fee, you can register and pay in advance at any cash register. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early for all classes so you can fill out the sign-in sheet. All classes are at the Ever’man Educational Center unless otherwise stated.

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SUPPORT & COMMUNITY MEETINGS

CROHN’S & COLITIS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA (CCFA) Price: Complimentary

Crohn’s and colitis support group meetings are intimate gatherings where patients and their loved ones can share their stories, seek emotional support, find answers to their questions and connect with the community who share their challenges.

GAY GRASSROOTS Price: Complimentary

Gay Grassroots is a support group for gay individuals in Pensacola and the Panhandle area. With the goal of acceptance and support, these meetings emphasize understanding, discussion, and a general openness to everyone’s lifestyles. Often meetings include movie nights, pot lucks and other fun events.

TRANSGENDER ALLIANCE Price: Complimentary

Come join fellow members of Pensacola’s transgender community. Share stories, support, and find a fellowship amongst fellow transgender individuals.

VETERANS’ COMMUNITY MEETING Price: Complimentary

These monthly meetings focus on veteran services in our community. Often speakers are invited to talk about various topics that are of interest to veterans and their families. Information is provided to assist veterans in whatever capacity that’s needed.

THE GREEN WAVE Price: Complimentary

The Green Wave Coming Course, taught by Jim Roberts, Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) public information officer, will create public awareness and provide instruction on recommended environmental strategies, which will reduce the number of sewer pipe blockages and related sanitary sewer overflows.

Attendees will learn first-hand on how to properly dispose of FOG (fats, oils, & grease), proper disposal of flushable and/or disposable wipes, and the latest information on recycling techniques.

CHILDREN’S CLASSES STORY SPROUTS Price: Complimentary

Children ages 3-5 are invited to do arts and crafts, make a snack and have story time at the Ever’man Educational Center. The classes are always creative and have an organic and local twist.

COOKING CLASSES DEBBY’S KITCHEN Price: $10 members $15 non-members

A class for the novice cook at any age or the teenager who just wants to learn. This cooking should be educational, fun, and offer some basic knife and sauce skills to appeal to anyone.

Bon Apetit!

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ORGANIC CONCEPTS BY CAMY KILKER

Pensacola’s Only Truly Organic Color www.levoguesalon.com Le Vogue Salon • 850.582.0177 609 W. Chase St. • Pensacola, FL /Organic Concepts by Camy Kilker

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LOCAL HIGHLIGHT

EVER’MAN PRODUCE DEPARTMENT | PENSACOLA, FLORIDA

Since our inception in 1973, we have supported local farmers and sustainable farming. We receive local, seasonal and organic fruits and veggies daily so come to the Store and check-out our delicious selections!

FIND THE FRESHEST ORGANIC PRODUCE EVERY DAY!

Freshest local variety; look for our LOCAL section next to the recipe rack.

EVER’MAN EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT STEVE COCHRAN, PRODUCE MANAGER

CAN YOU SHARE WITH US WHAT PREPARED YOU TO BE THE EVER’MAN PRODUCE MANAGER? Produce has always been my passion. Growing up in the South, I spent a lot of time with my grandparents who took me to the local Farmers Markets every weekend. They taught me young to pick seasonal fresh vegetables for the preparation of meals that week.

This inspired me to learn as much as I could about produce later on in life. Out of the 32 years I worked at Winn Dixie, the majority of the time was spent working in the Produce Department. By the time I joined Ever’man I had gained the experience that is needed to meet the expectation of our members and our customers who value having the freshest organic produce in town!

TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR INTERESTS AND HOW YOU SPEND YOUR FREE TIME. My life outside of work is all about family. I spend the majority of my time with family sharing in activities, specifically those activities that involve my two kids. As much as possible, I spend every waking moment with my two young kids; whether it’s helping with homework, playing games, doing outside activities, taking trips to the beach, the park or going on shopping excursions.

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SUN SAFETY

TIPS AND FACTS TO KEEP YOUR SKIN HEALTHY

Sun worshipers, unite! But safely, please! While the summer sun rays feel inviting and warm, please remember that those sunbeams can do some serious (irreversible) skin damage.

To keep your skin healthy, follow these best practices:

• Wear sunscreen all day, every day (summer or not!). Look for a sunscreen that is protectant against both UVA and UVB rays and is 30 SPF or more. Apply generously at least 15 minutes prior to your ventures outdoor and reapply every two hours. And don’t forget your lips, ears, tops of feet, neck, and scalp!

•Wear wide-brimmed hats, and try to cover your extremities as much as possible (without inducing heat exhaustion).

• Be sure to wear sunglasses that protect your eyes against the harmful UV rays (the sunglasses normally are labeled as such if they do).

• Remember that the sun is highest (and most damaging) in the sky from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., so try not to be out there too long during those hours.

• Check your skin regularly and notify your dermatologist if you notice any changes in shape, color, and texture of skin spots.

• Sun damage starts at a very young age so be sure you are protecting your children from the potential harm.

• Remember that your pets may also need sun protection.

Another great summer sun safety tip is to enjoy shaded areas. Each year in the United States, nearly 5 million people are treated for skin cancer (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2015). Remember that skin damage is irreversible, but also preventable.

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HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Summer brings us warmth, fun, and seasonal bliss. But don’t forget that along with this season comes Hurricane Season; Hurricane Season lasts from June 1, 2015-November 30, 2015. Although this season is forecasted with fewer named storms than historical averages, being prepared is always recommended ( NOAA’s Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook.)

The number one rule of preparedness is to be prepared! Creating a “Hurricane Survival Kit” can mean the difference between safety and disaster. The recommendation for supplies in your kit is to have enough previsions for three days (72 hours) per person. Store the kit in a normally dry, cool, and easily accessible location, you will want to be able to grab it safely in a hurricane emergency.

Suggested Kit Contents:

• 1 gallon of water per person, per day (elderly, children, and pregnant/nursing mothers need more). aYou may also want to stock up on more water for sanitation purposes.

• Non- perishable food items (dried fruit, peanut butter, ready-to-eat canned meals, high energy foods like G Granola bars and trail mix, food or infants, fresh bread, and all amenities needed to consume foods).

• Baby needs (diapers, wipes, formula, blankets, medicines, favorite toy, bottles) • Sanitation products (toilet paper, towelettes, soap, liquid hand sanitizer) • First aid kit (bandages, alcohol wipes, non-latex gloves, cold packs, tweezers) • Prescription drugs and non-prescription drugs (aspirin, Benadryl, peroxide) • Clothing (sweaters, undergarments, blankets, sunglasses, hats, gloves, rain gear, towels) • Batteries, flashlights, wind-up clock, paper/pencil, map of area, cash (enough for at least one week) and multi-use items such as safety pins and duct tape.

• Make sure to have and go over with family members your evacuation route plan.

It is important to keep up with local information so be sure to have local emergency numbers on hand, including your area fire department, emergency responders, and police departments. Also be sure to visit the new Escambia county emergency alert system: Escambia County Division of Emergency Management, (850) 471- 6400 or view http://www.myescambia.com/beready/news/new-emergency-notification-programavailable.

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SUMMER FOOD PREPARATION FOR FAMILIES WITH KIDS Oh, Baby!

By Jennifer Gorman, Educational Coordinator Freshly picked summer fruits and veggies make great tasting baby food your newborn is sure to enjoy. Homemade baby food has been on the up and up in the holistic wellness world. This latest craze isn’t just plain crazy; it is widely promoted by health and wellness professionals and has incredible benefits for your baby and your bank account.

Homemade Baby Food for Beginners

1. Pick some veggies and fruits your baby has already enjoyed. Some of the best options are: beets, broccoli, carrots, corn, green beans, leafy greens, potatoes, pumpkins, squash, apples, blueberries, cherries, and pears.

2. Wash, wash, wash! Wash any utensils, countertops, kitchen equipment, your hands, and finally, wash any fruit/veggie you are about to cook.

3. Cut your fruit/veggie of choice and remove pit, seeds, and/or core.

4. Most nutritionists suggest steaming your product as it will retain the most nutrients. If this isn’t an option you can microwave it or boil it until it is nearly tender.

5. Next you will want to place your fruit/veggie into a food processor or blender and start to gradually reduce it to a puree. If the texture and consistency is not where you want it try to add a thinner (water, yogurt, or breastmilk).

6. Storing your food is hugely important for safety and cost saving techniques. You will want to place the puree in the fridge until it is cool, and then scoop into ice cube trays. Place the ice cube trays into the freezer until the puree is frozen. Once the trays are completely solid, empty them into a freezer-safe bag and label with the date it was made and an expiration date. Both veggie and fruit purees last up to six months in the freezer, however, purees containing milk only last about two months.

Please consult with your pediatrician before making dietary changes, and make sure to introduce only one new food per week in case you need to pinpoint a potential allergy.

HOMEMADE SORBET By: Ryoko Onishi, Demo Coordinator

This kid friendly food making kitchen project makes for an enjoyable time with your kids. This quick and easy drink does not utilize an ice-cream machine or blender! You just need marshmallows and fruits along with a plastic re-sealable bag to mash the ingredients.

For this sorbet we used watermelon, lemonade and marshmallows.

Ingredients 8 marshmallows (we recommend Dandies Air-puffed Marshmallows classic vanilla flavor = 10oz $4.79, non-GMO, glutenfree, gelatin free) 1 pound of your choice of fruit (we used organic seedless watermelon. For juice, such as the lemonade, substitute with 2 cups) Directions Pour 1/2 cup of water in a pan, bring to a boil, and insert marshmallows into the pan till marshmallows are melted. This mixture will turn into a clear liquid. Pour hot mixture into a container (be careful, it is hot!)

Cool it down for a bit, and while still warm, add cut fruit (or lemonade) and mix.

You can mash watermelon with fingers in a plastic bag, just gently massage the mixture. Make sure the top of the bag is tightly closed so that contents do not come out!)

Put in a container to cool down. Then place in freezer for 1-2 hours. Make sure to eat before it gets completely hard (if it gets hard, you can use mixer to make the

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MARKETING NEWS

LEARN HOW WE WORK TO SERVE OUR MEMBERS, CUSTOMERS AND COMMUNITY

Ever’man to Offer More Choices for Community Donations At Ever’man we live our mission to support our local community and we are proud to be first to roll out an Eco-Friendly Charity Bag Program. Our program will make it easier than ever for members and customers to contribute to community charities. Since July 1st, at every Ever’man Grocery and Cafe cash registers, all shoppers are being rewarded for shopping with eco-friendly bags. For each eco-friendly bag used, Ever’man will donate five cents to a charity of the shopper’s choice. Charity choices will fall into three categories: a 501c3 organization that is committed to providing healthy food, another that supports sustainable environmental practices and one that ensures the well-being of our pets and wildlife. From July 1st through August 31st, Ever’man is happy to announce that the Eco-Friendly Charity Bag Program donation options are Pensacola’s St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen, the Pensacola Humane Society, and the Sierra Club Foundation. St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen is a locally-run downtown soup kitchen that prepares and serves organic food for the homeless, the Pensacola Humane Society that cares for companion animals through advocacy, adoption, education and sanctuary and the Sierra Club Foundation, a public charity, committed to preserving our environment.

Charities Supported

From July 1st through August 31st, Ever’man is happy to announce that the Eco-Friendly Charity Bag Program donation options are Pensacola’s St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen, the Pensacola Humane Society, and the Sierra Club Foundation.

2015 ANNUAL SPRING MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Thank you to all the sponsors that helped to make our event a huge success. We specially want to acknowledge the generous contributions from Amy’s Kitchen, Hilary’s, Qrunch Foods, White Oak Pastures, Rudi’s Bakery and KIND Bar healthy snack bars. Almost 300 members were served this year; 100 more than last year!

APPLE PAY IS AVAILABLE AT ALL EVER’MAN CASH REGISTERS

THE HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE: MORE VIBRANT, MORE ECO-FRIENDLY

To enhance your shopping experience, Apple Pay is available to all customers for all purchases. Everyone is able to make purchases with the breakthrough contactless payment technology built right into Apple personal devices. Use your iPhone, Apple Watch, or iPad at any Ever’man cash register to pay for your purchase in a way that is both secure, and private.

We hope you are enjoying the new look and feel of The Healthy Alternative (THA). The 55 pound chlorine-free paper used to print our THA is manufactured by Resolute Forest Products at its mill in Calhoun, Tenn. Resolute is dedicated to sustainability and has been a member of the World Wildlife Federation Climate Savers since 2011. All of its mills have sustainable forestry certifications and are 100 percent coal free as of April, 2014.

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JULY MEMBER SPECIALS REFRIGERATED

Evolution Fresh, Organic Orange Juice, 64 fl oz.

Sale Price: $6.69 You Save: $2.30 Organic Valley, Organic Large Brown Eggs +Omega-3, 1 Dozen Sale Price $5.39 You Save: $0.20 Stonyfeild Farm ,Organic Smoothie, 4 pack Sale Price: $4.99 You Save: $1.30 Suja Juice, Organic Juice, select varieties, 16 fl. oz.

Sale Price: $6.99 You Save: $1.00 Westsoy, Pulled BBQ Seitan, 8 oz.

Sale Price: $3.69 You Save: $0.30 Westsoy, Chicken-Style Seitan, 18 oz.

Sale Price: $5.39 You Save: $0.40

FROZEN

Annie Chun’s, Chicken & Cilantro Wontons, 8 oz.

Sale Price: $2.99 You Save: $0.60 Ethnic Gourmet, Ethnic meals, select varieties, 9-11 oz.

Sale Price: $3.39 You Save: $2.10 Henry & Lisa, Wild Alaskan Fish Nuggets, 12 oz.

Sale Price: $5.99 You Save: $2.00 So Delicious, Organic Frozen Desserts, select varieties, 32 oz.

Sale Price: $5.99 You Save: $0.60 So Delicious, Original Cocowhip Topping, 9 oz.

Sale Price: $3.39 You Save: $0.50

BODY CARE

Aura Cacia, Refreshing Mists, select varieties, 4 oz.

Sale Price: $5.99 You Save: $1.00 Aura Cacia, Cooling Peppermint Stick, 0.31 oz.

Sale Price: $5.99 You Save: $2.00 Badger Balm, Men’s Shave Soap, 3.15 oz Sale Price: $8.99 You Save: $1.00 Badger Balm, Beard Conditioning Oil, 1 oz.

Sale Price: $11.99 You Save: $1.30 Badger Balm, Organic Pre-Shave Oil, 2 fl. oz.

Sale Price: $12.99 You Save: $2.00 Badger Balm, After Shave Face Oil, 4 fl. oz.

Sale Price: $12.99 You Save: $2.00 Dermae, Microdermabrasion Scrub, 2 oz.

Sale Price: $21.99 You Save: $6.60 Dermae, Skinbiotics Treatment Oil, 1 fl. oz.

Sale Price: $15.99 You Save: $3.30

NUTRITION

Amazing Grass, Kidz SuperFood Chocolate Powder, 200 g Sale Price: $18.99 You Save: $6.00

GROCERY

Frontera Foods, Carne Asada or Citrus Garlic Marinade, 6 oz.

Sale Price: $1.99 You Save: $0.60 Glutino, Chocolate Covered Pretzels, 5.5 oz.

Sale Price: $4.69 You Save: $1.10 Hilary’s Eat Well, Dressings, 8 fl. oz.

Sale Price: $3.99 You Save: $1.00 Napa Valley Naturals, Organic Sesame Oil, 12.7 fl. oz.

Sale Price: $5.99 You Save: $1.30 Red Fork, Chicken or Vegetable Seasoning Sauces, 4-8 oz.

Sale Price: $1.99 You Save: $0.60 Tanka Bar, Cranberry Turkey Buffalo Jerky, 1 oz.

Sale Price: $2.39 You Save: $0.60 Woodstock Farms, Organic Pure Cane Sugar, 4.4 lb.

Sale Price: $11.99 You Save: $2.00 Woodstock Farms, Organic Brown Sugar, 16 oz.

Sale Price:$3.39 You Save: $0.60

Membership has its benefits

Come visit the co-op and see what membership has to offer By choosing Ever’man membership you have access to: • Special monthly sales • Special order discounts • Local products • Eligibility to run for the Board of Directors • Voting privileges • Educational class discounts

GREEN LIVING

World Centric, Compostable Flatware, 24 ct.

Sale Price: $2.39 You Save: $0.60 World Centric, 9” Plant Fiber Plates, 20 ct.

Sale Price: $2.99 You Save: $1.30 World Centric, Plant Fiber Compostable Bowls 20 ct.

Sale Price: $1.69 You Save: $0.60

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