Welcome to the Co-op!

A place for people who value healthy food, a healthy planet, and cooperation. — Our vision statement

The George Street Co-op is a non-profit natural foods store owned and run by its members. We sell vegetarian foods with the greatest nutritional value possible, and only minimal processing or additives. Everyone is welcome to shop at the Co-op and choose from our excellent selection of fresh organic produce, bulk foods, vitamins & herbs, body care and earth-friendly products, gifts, and more.

Upcoming events — get involved!

International Day of Peace

Thursday, September 21
The United Nations' International Day of Peace, marked every year on September 21, is a global holiday when individuals, communities, nations and governments highlight efforts to end conflict and promote peace. Originally established by U.N. resolution in 1982, "Peace Day" has grown to include millions of people around the world. To learn more about this important event, see their website at: http://www.internationaldayofpeace.org/

The Organic Open Mic

Thursday, September 21 at 7:30pm
Music, poetry, spoken word open mic at the George Street Co-op Café every Thursday. Signups start at 7:30pm or by contacting the hosts in advance. Performances start at 8:00pm. There’s no cover.

Member orientation

Saturday, September 23 at 1:00pm
Co-op orientations begin upstairs in the café space and include a complete tour of the store area. Come meet other Co-op members, learn the ropes, and embark on a rewarding member adventure! All attendees get 2 hours credit towards their Co-op store discount.

New Chapter SLAA Meeting

Saturday, September 23 at 6:00pm
New Chapter SLAA Meeting 6pm–7pm every Saturday in the Co-op Café

Fresh Produce comedy open mic

Sunday, September 24 at 7:30pm
Comedy open mic at the George Street Co-op Café, second and fourth Sundays of every month. Signups start at 7:30pm, performances start at 8:00pm. There’s no cover.

Membership Committee meeting

Monday, September 25 at 7:30pm
The Membership Committee meets via Zoom, usually at 7:30 pm on the fourth Monday of each month. All Co-op members are welcome to attend. Please join via the following link: https://zoom.us/j/96348218881?pwd=OFlqVVJwYWxWSWZZdW1PNnpGcXhpQT09

Board Game Tuesday at the Café!

Tuesday, September 26 at 7:00pm
All ages are welcome! Tuesdays from 7pm–10pm, come out and join everyone in a game of chess, checkers, backgammon, Scrabble, or Uno — or bring a different game with you to play! Join the Facebook group here.

Personnel Committee meeting

Wednesday, September 27 at 8:30pm
The Personnel Committee meets via Zoom, usually at 8:30 pm on the fourth Wednesday of each month. All Co-op members are welcome to attend. Please join via the following link: https://zoom.us/j/99740448755?pwd=U3hrZk9rcXFkeFJYZVRJQVZpUTlKdz09

The Positive Potluck

Saturday, September 30 at 7:30pm
A peaceful and positive potluck gathering of friends! The potluck tradition is that everyone brings a little something, and together we’ll have a wonderful, varied feast. Please remember the Co-op is a vegetarian space. RSVP to the Facebook event here, ideally at least a day or two in advance.

If you have an allergy issue you’d like us to be aware of, or any other question, post in the discussion section on the event. And feel free to bring friends!

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Recent happenings at the Co-op

The Membership Manual is online

Submitted by Anonymous on August 31, 2023 - 9:02pm

The Membership Committee has just finished putting together the official Membership Manual — the how-to guide to be a great part of your co-op! We’ve sought input from folks throughout the community, and we hope this is helpful to everyone. Please download and read it!

April 24th Membership Meeting: remote or hybrid?

Submitted by Anonymous on April 5, 2022 - 12:33pm

Hopefully all Co-op members received the email announcing the Membership Meeting on April 24, 2022, but if not, here is another announcement! We want to gauge everyone’s interest in meeting in person, so please fill out the poll at https://forms.gle/VGuSngh65LjSht1S7 — thank you!

Spring 2015 Referendum Results

Submitted by Anonymous on April 13, 2015 - 1:57pm

The results of the latest membership referendum are in:
1. Members voted to give the Board of Directors the power to change the Co-op’s senior citizen discount policy.
2. Members voted to permit electronic voting in future referendum votes.
3. Members re-elected Marilynn Winston, Chad Hetman, and John Leary to continue serving on the Board of Directors.

Time for the Spring 2015 referendum!

Submitted by Anonymous on March 23, 2015 - 7:33pm

Co-op members, the official ballot box is here! You have TWO WEEKS (until Saturday April 4th) to mail in your referendum ballot, or to return it in-person to the store. The store’s future is yours — be a part of the process!

2013 Referendum Results

Submitted by Jenn Smith Mullen on July 8, 2013 - 8:30pm

Our co op has recently concluded our 2013 referendum. Thank you to everyone who participated, your input is vital. An important change to our membership structure has passed. Once implemented, memberships will renew on the anniversary of joining, rather than every August.

Additionally, all seven Board of Director appointments were ratified by membership vote.