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April 2011
Spring cleaning, coop style
Message to Members
Spring cleaning, coop style
Spring is looking to be an animated season at the coop. Working off the momentum of the February Special Assembly, three committees were formed to put ideas into action: the Capital committee will find ways to strengthen our capital base, an important way to make sure we’re here for years to come; the Beautification Committee will be sprucing up the coop, inside and out; and the Activities and Member Involvement Committee will be finding more ways for us all to get together at the coop. Stay tuned for updates and ways to get involved! have ideas you want to share? Contact us at info@cooplamaisnverte.com.
Want to host a gardening workshop?
We are also preparing to present you our annual series of gardening workshops, which will take place from late April to late May. Have special urban gardening knowledge you want to share with your neighbors and coop members? Itching to share your notes from last year’s garden with the masses? Let us know and we can include you to the list of workshop presenters. Contact stephanie@cooplamaisonverte.com to present your workshop idea!
Cyclists, take back your bike path!
The Éco-quartier NDG will host a cleanup near the Maisonneuve Boulevard bike path (between Coffee Park & Décarie) Saturday, April 21st between1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Please meet us at the intersection of Coffee Park and De Maisonneuve at 1:00 pm to help with the clean-up. Gloves & bags will be provided.
Co-op job opportunities
Coop du Grand Orme is looking for a manager (30-40 hours) and a customer service agent (20-30 hours) for their Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue store. For more information on these two positions, read the job descriptions here http://www.coopdugrandorme.ca/docs/jobdescriptions_feb2012_eng.pdf
Coop des Bons Voisins, a cabaret and boutique in Pointe Claire village, is looking for a cook (flexible hours). For more information, read the job description here: http://desbonsvoisins.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Offre-demploi-2012-cuisine.pdf
Customers and members, please note the Coop will be closed April 9, Easter Monday
Artist of the Month - Julian Cargnello http://www.juliancargnello.ca/
Events 
To sign up for an event, please call or visit the Co-op. Unless indicated, events are bilingual and free. For more information, visit our website.
APR 2
Monday 2 April, 6:30 to 9 pm
(Coop la Maison verte )
Gathering stitch
Sewists, needleworkers, crocheters, knitters and other crafty DIY folks are welcome to join us twice a month on Monday evenings at the Coop: you can start a new crafty project, pick up an old project again, fix up or embellish your clothing, try new techniques while drinking tea and chatting with other crafters. Come get inspired ! And yes, the sewing machine is still around this month!
APR 10
Tuesday 10 April, 7pm - 9pm
(Coop la Maison Verte)
University of the streets cafe
Outside monogamy: What happens when we make our own relationship rules?
Guests: John Bashinski, Marissa Boisvert, Jacky Vallée
Moderator: Jennifer Yee
APR 14
Saturday 14 April, 1pm - 3pm
(Coop la Maison Verte)
EarthLab demos
Wondering what mineral cosmetics are all about, how they are healthier and - most importantly - how they feel and look? Come meet Zoya, from EarthLab cosmetics, for a conversation and a makeover ! http://www.earthlabcosmetics.com/
APR 14
Saturday 14 April, 5pm - 7pm
(Coop la Maison verte)
Gathering stitch special event
The crafty ladies who brought you the Gathering Stitch are inviting you to a fabric exchange and one last gathering for the season. Don’t miss this chance to find those litlte treasures which will certainly be the statement piece for your next creation.
APR 22
Sunday 22 April, noon - 5pm
(Coop la Maison verte)
Earth Day
Come by for our annual celebration of spring, the Earth, and sustainable living. Music, cake, and kids crafts from noon onwards!
New Products
Kiju iced teas 355ml Mango Passion Maté, Pomegranate Green Tea, Hibiscus Rooibos
La Maison Cannelle gluten free flour, 1kg (fava, chickpea, brown rice, white rice, sorghum, soy)
La Maison Cannelle starch, 1kg (potato, tapioca)
Bob’s Red Mill gluten free food yeast 226g
Bob’s Red Mill gluten free cornmeal 680g
Bob’s Red Mill gluten free baking powder 453g
Bob’s Red Mill gluten free xantham gum 226g
Bob’s Red Mill gluten free cornstarch 623g
Bob’s Red Mill gluten free baking soda 453g
Bob’s Red Mill vital wheat gluten 623g
April Member Specials
Food
15% la Maison Cannelle flours
10% Alegria pasta
15% Kiju teas and juices
15% Coop du Cap hemp oil
15% San-J sauces
Personnal care products
30% Saponnetta soaps
15% Souris verte extracts
10% l’Herbier products
Home renovation products
15% Eco House woodwork products
5785, Sherbrooke street West, Metro Vendome + bus 105 - call us! 514-489-8000