Slacker!...Family Activity?

Okay... sorry I have been such a slacker!
I didn't get any response to the new date (this Saturday) for assembling the kids 72-hour kits... so I'll give it another try...

Saturday, June 13th...72-hour Kit Family Activity!

I thought we could meet at the grass space on the Sweet Corn/Winter Wheat/Barley junction. I figure 7pm or so, after dinner. It stays light so late, I thought it would be nice to enjoy those long summer evenings.
I have some tables I can set-up, and if the weather is bad... we can do it at my house. So bring your family...visit...and put together 72-hour kits!

If we want to combine our efforts...I have added a list of food from the kits I have. It think I will just replenish it, and keep it the same. I have to make 6 full kits either way, so I can give a cost per kit. (If you are interested in particular items, I can pick up some of the things at Costco, and divide the cost per item. I will price things out at Costco and Wal-mart this week, and post the prices.)

oatmeal packet, orange juice
cheese crackers, meat stick, fruit snacks
beef ravioli cup

protein bar, orange juice (powder packet)
Vienna sausages, granola bar
salmon, mayo, wheat crackers

Pop-tarts, orange Juice
meat stick, fruit cup, raisins, lemonade (powder packet)
Beans & Wieners, M&M's

I can print out the meal plans, and also get the Ziploc's

We can also include any other areas of our kits if people are interested. I need to rotate my kids clothes, but if people have any ideas of things we could do as a group, that would be fun. (personal hygiene items, survival/emergency items, carrying/tote ideas, etc.)

I will bring drinks, so if your interested...post your RSVP and a snack you can bring, then we will know how many drinks/snacks to have. I welcome anyone that's interested! (and any ideas of additional assembly items or activities)

Let me know if there are any questions. I'm excited to get together.

-Sherian



*On a side note... the food co-op always needs volunteers in the warehouse. If anyone is interested, I would love to carpool up and take a shift. I'm not sure about tomorrow, but I would love to plan on a month soon.

I am still working on a local distribution site here in Harvest Hills... I will keep everyone posted. We are close to having the numbers, I just need to know how many could help at the site each month. If we all can take turns, it will be less work. My older girls (8 and 9) are interested in volunteering as well, so keep in mind 'the more the merrier'.. thanks!

Free samples

It sure has been quiet around here.
go to this website for all kinds of free samples http://instoresnow.walmart.com/In-Stores-Now-Free-Samples-And-Trials.aspx I have been signing up for everything for the last few weeks I am getting something new everyday in the mail. I am putting all the fun FREE stuff in our 72 hour kits. Tooth paste, deodorant, baby wipes ex,,, they have something different every week.
Also on this site http://www.moneysavingmom.com/ she put links to all kinds of free samples. Even has a free Friday. check it out.

Annette

72-hour kit Family Activity?

I know I set the date... but could we change it to the day before that? Saturday, May 30th?

72-hour kit Family Activity?

Based on the interest in the 'kid friendly 72-hour kits'...I thought I'd pick a date and time to rotate my items, and replace the food in my kits.

Sunday, May 31st

I know it's a Sunday...but I think it's a 'worthy cause'? It will just be assembly, more visiting than anything. If you live nearby, I would love to have a get-together. If you are interested... please comment, email (gathringgrub@hotmail.com), or contact me. If enough people are interested, I will put together a little family gathering. If you don't live nearby, well...you can still participate with your ideas and advise!

-Sherian

Tis' the Season

So I was wondering if anyone might be able to help me with my garden this year?!

I would like to plant the following:
tomatoes
squash
zucchini squash
lettuce
spinach
broccoli

I would love any advise, tips, ideas on my garden. I know that at least one of Mel's thumbs are green...possibly both of them! (hee, hee)
I grew tomatoes last year, but only half of the plants I planted survived. (bought some at Costco, those were the ones that died) I had only two squash plants last year...but they didn't produce much at all.
I'm wondering when to plant in this crazy Utah spring? I'm afraid to plant my tomatoes...but I do have wall-o-waters) Has anyone started lettuce, spinach, zucchini, or squash with seeds? Do I start my seeds inside? Is it too late for broccoli? Should I buy my seeds/plants from a Nursery vs. Home Depot? Any tips on what to do with my soil? (besides completely change it!) Can I add the sq. foot gardening mixture (vermiculite/peet moss/compost) to my soil...or does it have to stand alone? I'd rather not build the actual gardening boxes...because I'm not sure of a permanent spot for them. Any advise???
Really...I'll take any help I can get!

SALE! (revised)

(I got a revised email today with prices. I'm not sure about the deals...nothing initially looked fantastic, but I
haven't had time to look anything up...there you go!)

I got this email from the Community Food Co-op today...didn't know if anyone would be interested.
Considering how affordable their food is, I would image that a 'sale' would be incredible!

If you do go...please comment or post, I would love to hear about it!

Inventory sale!
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We'll be holding an inventory sale on Wednesday, April 29th,
between 2PM and 4PM. The sale will be at the warehouse,
at 1469 S 700 W, in Salt Lake City. Come on down!

What's for sale
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* 260 whole chickens (4 lbs.) $5.75
* 516 lbs. ground beef (1 lb.) $2.25
* 140 top sirloin steaks (two 8oz. steaks per package) $4.55
* 52 chicken legs (2 lbs. per package $2.15
* 100 loaves of bread (wheat, rye, sourdough) $2.00
* 150 lbs. various Nutty Guys stuff (varies)

Other items available in more limited quantities.
First come, first served. Absolutely nothing will
be sold before 2PM on Wednesday.

The power of a community!

So I went and picked up my food from the co-op this morning. I was such an awesome bunch of food. (Thanks so much Sally for enlightening me)
This is what I got...

1 pkg. Salisbury Steaks
1 pkg. Lean Pork cubes
1 5lb. bag of potatoes
4 oranges
1 head of broccoli
1 head Red Leaf Lettuce
6 Bananas
4 Tomatoes
1 1lb. box of strawberries
1 loaf Stone Ground's Artisian Wheat Bread
16 oz. rice

As you can see, the quality of the produce is fantastic! Everything is really, really good...and was $14! That's right $14!
Keep in mind this is only a 1/2 share. I have a friend who says a full share is great for her family of four. I'm so very impressed...and I will be ordering a full share for next month. I also found out that you can order multiple shares.

Just to give you an idea...for my service this week, I logged the hours I read and did math with Cori's and Lexi's class. I was also able to attend a field trip this month with my preschoolers, and help them tour the Alpine School District Transportation facility.

I know that everyone does not have the time during the day to put in some service hours. Anyone who is involved in scouting, or youth groups can log service hours. Anything you do for people outside of your family!


So here's my idea...
If we get enough of our community involved, we can have our own location here in Harvest Hills. I think it would be an amazing opportunity to serve our community, get our children and neighbors involved, while helping families in this time of financial hardship. Helping provide healthy, good quality food, while saving 30%-50% of the price.

They do ask that you volunteer at least once a year with the co-op, and if we are able to set up our own distribution site... we can serve our friends and neighbors every month on the pick-up day. I know that if we can get enough people involved, we can work together to find ways to better our area and community.

I am going to be printing and sending out info this week to some of our neighbors. If anyone would like to help me, just comment or let me know. The more people, the greater the savings. The co-op is encouraging a simple exchange...giving and receiving. Share a part of yourself!

"Working together with friends and neighbors for a common good!"

check it out...www.foodco-op.net

-Sherian