August 2026 Newsletter
Late summer is in full swing, and as community members start the shift back toward school schedules and autumn routines, Graze is here to keep your kitchen stocked with easy, nourishing local staples. Read on for full details on board open positions, turkey pre-orders, and seasonal store news!
💚 Thank you, Krystle!
Krystle’s term on the Graze Board of Directors concludes at the end of this month. We want to extend a huge THANK YOU for her incredible contributions and commitment to the co-op over the years—including keeping our outdoor entrance welcoming with the beautiful flower pots throughout the seasons! Please join us in thanking Krystle for her dedication both on the Board and beyond!
With this transition, we are actively seeking passionate members to join the Graze Board of Directors! Specifically, we are looking for an Event and Community Outreach board member. Serving on the Board is a fantastic way to shape the co-op’s future while connecting with wonderful neighbors and community members! If you are interested in the Event and Community Outreach position, or any board position, fill out an application here, or email contact@graze.coop for more information!
Board meetings are open to all members to attend! The next meeting is Wednesday, September 9 at 6pm.
🦃 Pre-order your holiday turkey
Pre-order your Ferndale Market frozen turkey, smoked turkey or bone-in turkey breast at Graze! And don’t forget about Ferndale Market 32oz turkey gravy! Gluten-free, made locally in small batches and features clean ingredients you can feel good about. It comes frozen in a one quart container. Just thaw and heat when you’re ready to serve. Fill out the pre-order form here.
All Ferndale Market turkeys are free-range, antibiotic-free, and naturally processed – with no added salt, water, or fillers of any kind. We know you’ll taste the difference! Pre-order your turkey in-store or by filling out a form here.
🌟 Co-op Pop-up Vendors
🧂North Star Flavor by Carrie Mohr will be popping-up on Tuesday, August 25! Offering home-blended seasoning blends; boosting flavor, one delicious dish at a time!
Store Hours:
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 2 PM - 6 PM
Saturdays: 9 AM - 12 PM
Your active participation as a member-owner is crucial to our cooperative's success. With 100% member ownership, your investment helps us provide access to high-quality, local, and organic food sourced from regional farmers and producers.
Together, we’re cultivating a more sustainable food economy!
Graze Board of Directors
Zach Bernardson
Amy Gulden
Brady Murphy
Jessica Wesselmann
Krystle Weymann