Sunleaf Naturals, scented with 100% essential oils, are made in Waconia, Minnesota. They sue all-natural ingredients, no petroleum, lead-free wicks, and lots of creativity. Sunleaf als makes all-natural dish and hand soaps and reed diffusers—deliciously scented!

Once again, we’re offering sustainably grown trees from Oneota Slopes, a family-owned sustainable farm near Decorah, Iowa. These are never sprayed with chemicals or dyed, and we find them really beautiful.

Since they are from a sustainably managed farm, the supply can vary—and this year, we have fewer trees than usual, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 612-922-1159 TODAY to reserve your tree!

We are going to be getting several species of pines and spruce, all in the 5 1/2 to 7 1/2 foot range.

These 100% pure essential oil blends are Reiki infused and hand-blended in small batches. Reiki is an ancient healing method which promotes wellness, balance and harmony for mind, body and spirit.

There are absolutely no synthetic or artificial ingredients—only aromatherapy grade essential oils in natural carrier oils. You can apply them to your skin, use them in a bath or a room diffuser, or put a few drops on an unscented candle for a beautiful experience.

Just in time for Thanksgiving! Grocery buyer Tom Eckstein went on a quest for the fabled organic crispy onions in a can so that you can proudly serve an all-organic green bean casserole to your delighted friends and family. At a recent staff sampling, they were proclaimed to be “just like the real thing.”

Only realer. Pick up a recipe in the store, or check out Allie’s Grownup Green Bean Casserole recipe.

In “Tupi-Gurarani,” a South American indigenous language, Ikove means “growing,” or “to keep alive.” Wellness manager Lauren Bartel is very excited by Ikove’s commitment to Fair Trade products, rain forest preservation, and high quality ingredients like mate leaf, palmarosa essential oil, cuacu butter, buriti oil, acerola and acai.

Ikove’s products are certified by ECOCERT, an organic certification organization founded in France in 1991.

Minnesota Mittens – They have arrived! People know and love these locally made gems. They are created by people from the Winona Occupational Rehabilitation Center, a sheltered workshop for people with disabilities. Minnesota Mittens are made from wool and cotton fabric scraps that remain after sweaters are cut. We have many sizes and colors available for $10.99 per pair.

Indigenous Designs – Need more than mittens for this Minnesota winter?

Well, not literally, but local sweet peppers, bell peppers, and baby sweets are definitely in season right now. Great roasted, pickled, sliced on salads, or stuffed (especially the baby sweet bells—try them with the new local hummus available across from the deli counter, or any herbed cream cheese!

If you’re participating in the Linden Hills source separated organics pilot and looking for biodegradeable trash bags for your compostable waste, we’ve got ‘em: Bag to Nature bags are available in three sizes at the co-op. Look for them right up front, by the checkout stands.

If you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal that ISN’T pizza or pasta, stop by the co-op’s deli and pick up some delicious, all-natural and authentic Indian food from Sukhi’s.

We’re offering several dinner options, including Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Curry, Channa Masala, and Matar Tofu, all with basmati rice and pullao. Or try one of their “Naanwiches” in Spinach Tofu, Chicken Kebab, or Channa Masala. Tasty!

Sassy Knitwear – We have just received a new shipment of Molly O’Brien’s amazing line of locally made clothing with some great new styles! Made from recycled clothing, new children’s offerings include a bright and boisterous hoodie sweatshirt, sleep sacks and thermals to keep your little ones toasty this winter, everyday dresses, pants and shirts, and hats.

Happy Sacks – Made by a mom for moms Happy Sacks are fabric snack, sandwich and lunch bags. They are machine washable (dish or laundry) and won’t dry out your PB&J.