Fresh News
The Riverwest Co-op is more than just a place to buy fresh kale or a Seitan Philly. It’s a cooperative—a community that shares a vision of food for people, not for profit.
If you want to help us make that vision into a reality every day, we’d like to invite you to run for our Board of Directors. Our 2014 Annual Meeting is coming up on Sunday, May 4th, and we'll have several seats to fill.
We have 9 members on our Board, each serving 3 year terms. Board member attend monthly meetings where we hash out policy, work on the committees that carry out those decisions, and take turns closing the store.
If you're inspired and would like more information, contact Ellie. You’re also welcome to attend our March 26th or April 23rd Board meetings, both at 7 pm in the Riverwest Currents office, 829 E Clarke St.
And last but not least, we'd also like to give a hearty welcome to our interim board members Cami Thomas, Alex Brower, and Andy DiMezza!
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Volunteer News
We're grateful for the many hours Ashley Adams has spent volunteering in the cafe and pitching for the Seitan Phillies over the past two years. While we're sad to see her go, we're proud to see her graduate from MIAD and we wish her the best. Thanks for everything, Ashley!
The Co-op would also like to congratulate our volunteer Lois Bielefeld on the completion of her new documentary, Ladies Out. It's been two years in the making and we're excited for its release.
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Nutrition Corner
Vitamin D is an important nutrient involved in immune health, calcium absorption, and the reduction of inflammation. Your body can naturally absorb it from sunlight, but with a winter like this, most of us don't spend enough time outside to get what we need.
The recommended daily intake of Vitamin D is 400 IU, but very few foods contain vitamin D naturally. Fatty fish like salmon, tuna, and mackerel contain the most, which isn't very helpful for vegans and vegetarians. Most people get their Vitamin D from fortified foods like milk, soy milk, and breakfast cereal. A cup of fortified milk contain about 100 IU; one serving of fortified cereal contains about 40 IU.
If you aren't out in the sun daily, or have a cold you just can't beat, you may be Vitamin D deficient and should consider adding a vitamin D supplement to your diet.
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RCA News
Want to learn about cooperatives and their role in transitional economics? Join the Riverwest Cooperative Alliance study group!
The RCA study group meets twice a month to discuss issues related to cooperatives and Milwaukee. Upcoming discussions include an introduction to cooperatives in March, social service cooperatives in April, and housing cooperatives in May. No experience necessary to participate! You can get involved by joining their Facebook group or emailing Nichali.
The RCA is also seeking to fill an independent contractor position as an embedded insurance agent.
The job involves enrolling individuals, families and small groups in ACA-compliant health insurance plans. More information on the position here. If interested, please email a brief cover letter and resume to the RCA by March 31st.
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Store News
New in the store are Milwaukee-made beverages from Juiced!, LLC. Made with organic ingredients, their products are 100% juice and 100% delicious. Find out more at the company's website, or visit the store on March 9th to sample delicious flavors like Invincibility, Lean and Clean and Hangover Destroyer.
Get over your winter blahs with this month's Local Friday product, Brew City Botanicals. Made right here in Riverwest by Kristine Stein, all Brew City's handmade organic and natural body care products will be 10% off each Friday in March.
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Events
Art in the Cafe:
Ty Bender: Souvenir Plates
WMSE Rockabilly Chili Contest
Sunday, March 2nd, 11 am - 4 pm
Come vote for the Co-op Cafe's chili. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door at the MSOE Kern Center downtown. Details here.
Store Tasting: Juiced!
Sunday, March 9th, 1-4 pm
Taste offerings from this new local company. See Store News above for more information on this great product.
RCA Study Group
Thursday, March 13th, 7pm, Public House
Learn about cooperatives and their role in transitional economics. More info in RCA News below.
2014 Riverwest Follies!
Saturday, March 15th, 7 pm, Falcon Bowl
Featuring a staging of the 1947 radio play, "Bring Me To Life" with death, destruction, derring-do and a very scary typewriter. Add in your talented friends and neighbors on stage and you have a family-friendly gathering you won't want to miss! Free, with donations to the Riverwest Currents gratefully accepted.
Riverwest Cooperative Alliance Community Meeting #2
Sunday, March 16th, 5 pm - 7pm
Come to the Public House to discuss the neighborhood's needs and wants, and how to meet those needs through building a community-controlled economy.
People's Books After School Program
Mondays, 3 pm-6 pm
A free drop-in after school program with homework help, arts & crafts, and literacy activities. Volunteers welcome.
Riverwest Winter Market
1st & 3rd Sundays, November 3rd - June 1st, 11 am - 4 pm
The Riverwest Gardeners Market is excited to announce that it will provide the community with fresh food year-round! The Riverwest Winter Market will be at the Jazz Gallery every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. More info and a list of producers can be found here. A reminder that FoodShare benefits can be used to purchase fruits, vegetables, and other products at the Market.
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Cafe News
A big thank-you to all the contestants who stepped up to the challenge at our Chili Cook-off, and congratulations to Gina D. and Lisa K. and their winning Bloody Mary-inspired chili.
Competition was fierce, with a 3-way tie for second place. Thanks to Jacob M. (who, after 11 rounds, won the pepper eating contest), Tess K., Nik B., Sandra H. and Stephanie P. for all the delicious entries and to everyone who came, ate and voted.
A special thank you to Jim Linneman for hosting us again at his beautiful bar.
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The Brewers get all the press for having a dog on their team. But the Seitan Phillies did it first.
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