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April 2007
Check out some great initiatives by members of La Maison Verte:
If you're sick of the rat race, and are looking for a better quality of life and healthier environment, Montreal's Summer Slowdown Event (L'étévènement lent en français) is coming up June 16 and we are proud sponsors. For more member initiatives...
Message to Members
Dear members, we would like to inform you that La Maison Verte will be closing our store and moving to Asia. We're sorry, but doing business in Montreal just isn't profitable enough and we want to exploit cheap labour while we can.Thanks for your comprehension...
"April fools!!!!!"
You know we'd never leave you!
Welcome to our April edition. Now that we've got your attention we want to remind you that Sunday, April 22 is Earth Day, and La Maison Verte's annual celebration takes an Alternative Transportation focus this year. Bring your bikes by for one on one maintenance and tune up tips with workers from Recycle Bicycle, and visit information tables featuring a variety of alternative transportation groups in Montreal. Also enjoy free coffees and great live music by the fabulous Mike O'Brien, and more.
Don't forget to check www.cooplamaisonverte.com for updated store information, and to visit our popular new blog Eco Logic where writers are discussing eco issues from light bulbs to medication disposal to the situation in Darfour.
Also, we are now hiring for two part time positions in the store! If you are a hard worker, interested in environmental issues, and want to be part of our dynamic team, please drop off a CV and cover letter in person before April 15.
Volunteer opportunity: Spring-cleaning at the Co-op, May 6. We need several volunteers to lend a hand with cleaning, rearranging, and other store maintenance. Free lunch and drinks included, but call us to sign on in advance (ask for Jason).
Thanks to: Gilles Rondeau - Translation; Johanne Bouthillier - Revision
To the garden! 
Don't forget that we've got a diversity of organic vegetable, herb and flower seeds, as well as natural fertilizers, books and gardening calendars on sale right now!
Events
APR 5
Action Communiterre April Info Sessions: Thursday, April 5 - Monday, April 23 (Action Communiterre Office)
Have you been itching to get your hands in the earth, but don't have access to a garden? Join a collective garden this summer through the Action Communiterre network in NDG! Everyone is welcome even if you don't live in the neighbourhood. Sign up at one of their April info sessions: Thurs April 5, 7 p.m.; Wed April 11, 7 p.m.; Tues April 17, 7 p.m.; Mon April 23, 7 p.m. Action Communiterre Office: Queen Elizabeth Health Complex, 2100 Marlowe (Metro Vendôme). Go to the basement, and follow the green signs. Info: 514-484-0223
APR 22
Earth Day! 12-5 p.m. (Co-op LMV)
Join us at the Co-op to celebrate Earth Day. This year's focus is on alternative transportation. Bring your bike for a free tune-up, and visit info booths for groups like Communauto, Equiterre, and Critical Mass! We will also be giving away 500 free trees courtesy of the Quebec 4H Club, and have our first batch of organic garden plants for sale. And don't forget the all day party with live music by Mike O'Brien, the Echo Hunters, and more! (Note: The store will still be open for business, but it may be difficult to access all the products on this day.)
APR 30
Workshop: 7:30 p.m. (Co-op LMV) "Spring Cleaning for the Body: An introduction to cleansing and detoxification"
Part of our popular monthly nutrition workshop series with registered nutritionist jae steele. Participants will learn about why and when to cleanse, daily detoxification routines and more extended cleanse protocols. $7 requested donation.
Member Specials
As a response to the possibility of lead in Montreal water pipes we are offering an additional 10% discount off the regular member price on all Doulton water filters this month. Easy to install, economical and effective against lead, chlorine, and other water impurities.
Capture April showers to water May flowers with our 200 liter recycled rain barrels. Members will receive an additional 10% off the regular member price for the month of April.
Get your baby's skin (and your own if you like) ready for spring with protective baby oil from Druide, 15% off for members this month while supplies last!
Members' Corner (continued from above)
Check out some great initiatives by members of La Maison Verte:
If you're sick of the rat race, and are looking for a better quality of life and healthier environment, Montreal's Summer Slowdown Event (L'étévènement lent en français) is coming up June 16 and we are proud sponsors. Take a stroll through their new website www.lents.ca for more information, or to get involved!
Spring means bugs and pests where we don't want them. For an ecological diagnosis and solutions to all your pest problems, contact the Eco Bug Doctor (Docteur Bibitte ECO) at 514-422-8457, or visit www.ecobugdoctor.com.
Are you a nature-lover who wants to help improve our environment? Do you wish to learn how to kayak? Are you looking for a superb rafting trip in the greater Montreal area? Check out our newest support member Kayak Karma, at www.kayakkarma.com.
Using cloth diapers is the most ecological choice, but don't let the laundry get you down. Check out the brand new diaper service www.babyauric.com. For other locally made baby products including cloth diaper covers and baby carriers, check out the Azure Wraps Boutique at its new location, 5814 Sherbrooke W., right across the street from us!
Members' Corner is a place for members to write or suggest articles about environment or community-related subjects of all kinds. Email your ideas to newsletter@cooplamaisonverte.com
5785, Sherbrooke street West, Metro Vendome + bus #105 - call us! 514-489-8000