Why Shopping at the Market is one of the best things you can do for Earth Day.

This year’s Earth Day is certain to be a grand event because green is going mainstream! Have you noticed? It’s everywhere. Eco-fiber rugs at Target. Bamboo cutting boards at Bed, Bath and Beyond. T-shirts boasting the recycled symbol at Macy’s. Even Clorox has the new Greenworks line of eco-cleaners.
Some question whether this is “green washing,” with lip service to eco-living to sell a products without really doing much to help change things. It can also be looked at as a step in the right direction, at least an acknowledgment and awareness that lifestyles need to change.
Community Market has been on the forefront of that awareness for many years and have been recognized time and again as an environmental leader in the community. Turn to page 6 to see just how eco-awesome we are!
With the rise in popularity of Green Living, our community is blessed to have a truly green-minded business whose board of directors, managers and workers have made a commitment to put the environment first. Community Market has exceptionally high environmental standards. We are extremely conscious about our waste cycle and reduce, reuse and recycle throughout the store.

The following are just a few places where we go above and beyond for Mama Earth.

We Sell Biodiesel! - An alternative fuel for diesel cars made from 100% recycled veggie oil.

We offer the latest technology in waste reduction with our biodegradable and compostable to-go containers made from potatoes, our bulk tubs made from corn and cutlery made from sugarcane fiber!

We wrap our bulk cheese in a special wrap - that has no chlorine, plasticizer or PVC. This new cheese wrap is also non carcinogenic and recyclable.

We have never had plastic grocery bags at the registers.

We have reusable, organic cotton bulk and produce bags available for sale as well as organic cotton grocery bags for only $5.

We put a high priority on environmentally sustainable and local products.
We are a vegetarian market, reducing our carbon and environmental footprint by not promoting or selling meat.

Fifty eight percent of our staff use alternative transportation to get to work.

We donate money and food to numerous local environmental organizations, supporting a sustainable community.

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CLEANUT is a healthy, clean and green laundry detergent based on extracts of soap nuts and natural minerals. Soap nuts grow on trees in India and contain saponin, a natural detergent that has been used in India for over 3,000 years.
AlmaWin blended the soapnut extracts with organic vegetable soaps and other natural ingredients. CLEANUT contains surfactants from corn, potatoes and sugar cane instead of petroleum-derived surfactants - a main ingredient in regular detergents.
The washing properties of CLEANUT are highly effective in removing soil while being gentle on clothing colors, your skin and the Earth. Learn more at www.almawin-usa.com.

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Organicville Agave Sweetened Ketchup
Organicville’s exciting new organic Ketchup is made with the finest vine-ripened tomatoes and organic seasonings. Sweetened with agave nectar, this richly flavored ketchup has the fresh hearty taste and texture you’ll love! Organicville’s Ketchup is USDA certified organic, gluten free, dairy free, and vegan. With less sodium than other brands, this ketchup is cholesterol and fat-free, and is also an excellent source of lycopene. Organic ketchups have higher levels of lycopene and anti-oxidant activities than other brands tested! Check out www.organicvillefoods.com.

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Solono Gold Canned Pear Slices - Local, organic and delicious! Look for them on the lowest shelf under the jam.

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New Chapter Reishi Liquid Extract
The Reishi Activated Organic Mushroom has been shown to increase Natural Killer Cell activity by up to 300 percent. At a recent New Chapter Training for Market employees, we were told that this Reishi extract works great externally on a Poison Oak outbreak. You may also use it internally for Poison Oak*. This product can be found in our “Cold and Flu” section.

New Chapter Zyflamend Vegicaps
Zyflamend is the #1 selling herbal compound in the United States. It pro-motes healthy inflammation response and normal cardiovascular and joint function*. Now in Vegi-caps! This product can be found in our “Joint Health” Section.

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MACA MAGIC - LUCUMA MAGIC
Lost “gold” of the Inca! Lucuma is a golden fruit with a taste like ice cream. It’s considered one of the “lost crops” of the Inca. Get a kick that lasts all day. The lucuma, acerola and maca in this smoothie mix lend a naturally sweet creamy texture to amplify your next breakfast or as an afternoon pick-up. www.macaroot.com

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Eclectic Institute Phenomenal 7 Organic Powder
Eclectic Institute has created a phenomenal blend of 7 polyphenol-rich, antioxidant fruits. They have selected one super fruit from each of the 7 plant families and combined them into a delicious, nutritious powder. Phenomenal 7 is 100 percent organic and has no added sweeteners or fillers. It is made entirely from fresh, freeze-dried fruits. You will find this amazing power packed powder in our “Antioxidant” section.

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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With the environmental threat of global warming, the green living movement is kicking into high gear. While the wheels of government turn slowly in the direction of change, we the people on a grassroots level, must be the change we wish to see in the world.

Here are some ideas to make positive everyday choices and take eco-action for Earth Day!

Eat Less or No Animal Products-The impact of Animal Agriculture on the environment is becoming more and more widely known. A United Nations report put factory farming of animals as releasing more greenhouse gasses than all the world’s transportation combined. A recent study by the University of Chicago revealed that eating a plant-based or vegan diet is 50 percent more effective at reducing your carbon footprint than switching from a standard car to a hybrid. Not only are you saving land, resources and water, you will be saving lives, the animals and possibly your own!
Use only refillable pens, pencils and ink cartridges- Community Market offers a service to recycle and refill printer ink cartridges called Rapid Refill. Ask any employee about this service.
Recycle your plastic bags. The city of Santa Rosa now recycles plastic bags at the curb! Grocery bags, newspaper bags, produce bags or any plastic bag can be stuffed into one plastic bag and set out with the recycling.
Plant a Garden- It’s springtime, the perfect time to start a garden. Even a small plot or growing some greens in your kitchen is a healthy, green and fun activity. Community Market has lots of organic seeds, herbs and veggie starts to get your garden growing.
Compost Your Veggie Scraps- You can toss your fruit and veggie scraps in the “Yard Cuttings” recycle bin for the city to compost. This saves room at the landfill. They ask for only plant food scraps, no meat or cheese.
Be a CraigsList Queen (or King)- Need something? Instead of running to WalMart, why not try to find it on CraigsList.com. Barter, swap and trade of pre-owned stuff is cheap and oh-so-green! Thrift stores are a treasure chest of everything we all need, you just gotta do some digging. It’s fun! Also try freecycle.org and eBay.com.
Don’t Throw Your Life Away- There is no “away.” All pollution ends up somewhere on our planet home. Stop the “throw away” mentality and be prepared! Always carry with you in your car, bike or backpack:

-Cloth Shopping Bags
-Reusable mug for coffee, tea, smoothies etc.
-Tupperware to-go containers and a fork
-A bandana or cloth napkin
-Refillable water bottle

Support Eco-Options- Green Living is all the rage these days, let’s make sure it’s not a passing phase. If you see an eco-option at a “regular” store, thank the management for supporting an environmental option and buy it if you can, but only if you need it, of course!
Get Involved- There are lots of local groups working to green our community and you can get involved by donating money or time for Earth Day and beyond.

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Guy Henry’s PICKS

The employees of Community Market want to share with you some of our favorite products. This month,

Guy offers his

Top 5 Community Market Favorite Products

#1)Food Bar Active Greens- A perfect way to get your day going. Packed with the goods!
#2)New Chapter Reishi Supplement- Has almost everything a mushroom has to offer. A supplement that I take twice a day, every day.
#3)McDougal’s Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal- The ultimate perfect breakfast. Guaranteed to fulfill the hungriest of oatmeal lovers.
#4)Sampson’s Flax Crackers, Jalapeño- A bit o’ crunch, a bit o’ spice, a bit o’ love! A tasty snack that goes a long way! AMAZING, AMAZING, SIMPLY AMAZING...
#5)Columbia Gorge Orange Juice- Best orange juice in the world. No, Best beverage in the world!!