December 2025 Newsletter
Can you believe December is already here? This month brings a special kind of magic, combining the comfort of winter hibernation with the bustle of holiday preparation. Whether you're planning a festive feast, searching for the perfect local gift, or simply stocking up on winter staples, Graze has everything you need to make the season bright!
From all of us at Graze, we wish you a very Happy Holiday season filled with warmth, great company, and delicious food!
💚 Thank you, Donna!
After many dedicated years of service, Donna's term on the Graze Board of Directors concludes at the end of this year. We want to extend a huge THANK YOU for her incredible contributions and commitment to the co-op over the years. We are thrilled that while her Board term is ending, Donna will continue to be an essential part of the Graze family by volunteering! Please join us in thanking Donna 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! Serving on the Board is an excellent way to directly influence our strategic direction and ensure the continued success of local food in our community. If you are ready to contribute your skills and help guide the co-op's future 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, January 14 at 6pm.
🍞 Important River Rock Update
We have received notice that our partner, River Rock Kitchen & Baking Co., has made the difficult decision to close its wholesale bakery operations effective Saturday, December 20th, 2025; we are immensely grateful for their nearly decade-long partnership and are actively seeking a new high-quality local bread supplier! If you know of any local bread makers who hold a retail license and might be interested in a wholesale partnership, please let us know! Our last River Rock delivery will be Thursday, December 18.
🎁 Holiday Pop-up Vendors
We’re excited to welcome local artisans, bakers, and makers for holiday season co-op pop-ups! Here’s who you can find popping up at Graze in December!
Saturday, December 20: Ribizli Seed Co. 🌿
Saturday, December 27: B2B Honey 🍯
💌 Deck Our Halls: Share Your Holiday Card!
We want to fill the co-op with the spirit of our wonderful community! This December, we invite every member to bring in one of your personal holiday cards so we can display it prominently in the store. Let's create a beautiful wall showcasing the collective holiday cheer of the Graze family!
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