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From Plants To Ras el Hanout | The Flavors of Morocco
Cooperative practices have a centuries-long history and were implemented by the indigenous people of Morocco, the Amazigh (Free People). Nowadays, there are more than 27.000 cooperatives with more than 560.000 cooperators in Morocco.
Setting the Tone for Our Day
Set the tone for the day by targeting the three pillars of wellness: mind, body, and spirit. Studies have shown that the first hour of our morning has a significant impact on our overall mood and sets the tone for the rest of the day. Many of us move through this hour on auto-pilot, plugged into technology, or overly influenced by external forces. As a result, our nervous system is spiked and we go through the day in an over reactive and/or defeated state.
Mindful Eating
Bringing awareness to the table significantly influences the impact of the food we are consuming. By consciously deciding with what and how we nourish our bodies we regain a level of appreciation and control over that which fuels us on a day to day basis.
Sowing Seeds of Change - LocalUp Feature
Sowing Seeds of Change is a new urban farm in D1 between 6th & 7th underneath the 710 FWY overpass. A literal concrete jungle that will be transformed into a glorious green space. The primary objectives and vision of our urban farm and vocational center are to provide training to & employ transition-aged people with disabilities and foster youth (ages 18-22) through a job-readiness program, grow organic produce, and host educational workshops for our neighboring community.
Article Review: The Return of the Great American Grocery Store
We all know this hasn’t been the easiest year to deal with. Luckily, we’ve had our most loyal and trustworthy grocery stores at our side. This article discusses the importance and initiative that grocery stores and their frontline workers have taken on during the spread of the Coronavirus.
LBGC’s Holiday Playlist
What better way to celebrate the holiday season than with some music? Check out our festive, ongoing playlist now and feel free to contribute your amazing taste of holiday music (we know you've got it!)
Recipe: Renate Boronowsky’s Garlic Knots
These quick and easy dinner rolls make for a smooth introduction to the world of yeasted doughs.
October is National Co-Op Month
The theme for this year’s Co-op Month is “Co-ops Commit: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.”