November 2025 Newsletter
As we settle into the cozy rhythm of November and the anticipation of the upcoming holiday season, we're more grateful than ever for our vibrant co-op community. This month, we don't just have new recipes and seasonal updates to share — we have a piece of truly exciting news that marks a major milestone in Graze's growth!
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we have hired a dedicated Part-Time Store Manager, Anna De St. Croix, to join our team! This new position is crucial for enhancing our day-to-day operations, streamlining volunteer coordination, and ensuring that our store continues to run smoothly and efficiently as we grow. Read on to learn more about Anna and the wealth of experience she brings to Graze. And please give her a warm co-op welcome when you see her!
💚 Meet Anna, Graze part-time store manager
I am absolutely thrilled to introduce myself as your new part-time store manager! I'm Anna, and as a long-time customer of Graze, I'm genuinely excited to step into a leadership role and help guide the co-op's continued growth. While I will continue my work as a Board Certified Music Therapist, I'm bringing my passionate commitment to service and my professional experience in customer support and non-profit organization—including my experience as Executive Secretary for the Minnesota Federation of County Fairs—to enhance our daily operations. I look forward to serving and supporting all of you, and I can't wait for you to stop by the store and say hello!
🦃 Turkey time!
Ferndale Market turkeys have arrived at Graze! If you pre-ordered a turkey you should have received communication from us letting you know you can come pick up [if you have not picked up yet please do so at your earliest convince!]. If you did not pre-order a turkey, don’t worry! We have a selection of Ferndale Market turkeys available in the freezer! Stop in soon for the best selection! And check out their Thanksgiving Turkey FAQ page for tips, tricks and recipes!
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!
🎁 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 November and December!
Saturday, November 22: The Crust and Crumb Cottage
Saturday, November 29: SW Creations
Saturday, December 13: Alternative Roots Farm
Saturday, December 27: B2B Honey
🥣 Celebrate Soup Season!
Warm up with a bowl of classic Organic Italian Wedding Soup! This hearty, flavorful recipe is made with tender meatballs, fresh vegetables, and small pasta in a savory chicken broth. The best part? Customize to your taste, and find all of the ingredients — from locally raised ground beef to organic vegetables to artisan pasta — right here at Graze! Find the full recipe here: graze.coop/s/Organic-Italian-wedding-soup-recipe.pdf
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