August 2025 Newsletter
As August arrives, we find ourselves in the sweet spot between summer relaxation and the anticipation of a new school year and getting back into regular routines. Whether you're packing lunch boxes for the first day or simply looking to wind down summer with meals that celebrate the best local, seasonal flavors, Graze has everything you need!
🧄 Local garlic has arrived!
Get ready, garlic lovers – Windjammer Farms garlic is here! Windjammer Farms [Hanska, MN] is committed to sustainable growing practices, meaning their delicious garlic is cultivated without herbicides, pesticides, or commercial fertilizers. We're currently stocked with German White and Music varieties. Don't wait to grab this local favorite!
💐 Brighten your week with local blooms!
Those stunning flower bouquets gracing Graze on Tuesdays come from Stone Hearth Farm & Garden [Madelia, MN]. Graze serves as a convenient pick-up location for their Spring and Summer Flower CSA members - and for those not in the CSA, a limited number of bouquets are available for purchase! Be sure to stop by early on Tuesdays to pick up a bouquet of locally-grown goodness to brighten your week!
🗞️ Graze in the news
We're excited to share that Graze was recently featured in the August/September issue of River Valley Woman magazine (turn to page 42)! The article highlights our journey and celebrates our growth and the positive impact we've had on the local food scene and economy.
🚨 Reminder: Members receive 5% off
Graze members receive 5% OFF your total purchase every time you shop with us! Yes, 5% off! Yes, every single time you shop! Yes, starting right now! Be sure to mention that you're a member at check-out.
It's our way of saying THANK YOU for being a vital part of our community-owned grocery store. Your membership makes a difference, and now it saves you even more!
Get Involved!
As we continue to grow, we need your support more than ever. We are currently seeking members to join our Board of Directors, as well as additional cashiers. Please email contact@graze.coop to learn how you can get involved.
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
Donna Dose
Amy Gulden
Jessica Wesselmann
Krystle Weymann