Here at the co-op, we think we're pretty cool. Actually we know we're pretty cool. And to show you just how cool we are, we're feeding you all of that awesome co-opy goodness in one photo stream on instagram! If you have instagram, go ahead and follow us, you won't regret it. Just search for potsdamco_op. (see the face?) Don't have an iPhone? No worry. You don't need an iPhone to view the photos, just click here or better yet, like us on Facebook and click on the instagram tab on our page to view the photos. We'll be posting photos of products, specials, soups, bakery breads and treats and other such greatness regularly. Want to share your instagram photos with the co-op? Tag your photo #potsdamcoop.

 
Here at the co-op we have the pleasure of supporting local farmers and artisans. From eggs and turnips to pottery and knit hats and scarves. Recently we've had the pleasure of carrying some wonderful local cheese from Meier's Artisan Cheese. We'll be getting in his cheese curds, along with a variety of his other speciality cheeses, every Friday at approx. 1:30p.m. For more information on Mr. Meier and his operation in Ft. Covington, give this article a read. 

Soups are available every day at the Co-op, with a different one each day. Leslie our deli cook whips up some incredible tasting soups that are sure to warm up even the coldest of hands. The page is currently being tweaked but you can enjoy the images we have and discover which soup is in the co-op today! Check back daily for the soup of the day or follow us on Twitter or facebook where we shout the soup of the day as it comes out.

Soup Page    

Happy New Year from the Potsdam Co-op! Click here to see our January Sales Flyer!

We have the winners and their recipes! What are you waiting for? Click the image to see the full list of winning desserts and recipes!

The Co-op held its 14^th Annual Baking Contest and Silent Auction on Sunday, December 4th from 12 - 4pm to benefit the Potsdam Neighborhood Center! We had 26 entries that provided a feast for the eyes and pallet for the many visitors who attended.

The non-sweet Savory category was added this year, acquiring four entries that included savory cheesecakes, cranberry bites, and an artichoke dip.

The Special Diet Category which was new last year proved to be very competitive, ending in a three way tie!

Sunday’s winners in each category of our friendly baking contest were:

• Cookies: Sweet Dreams by Mercy Maurer

• Desserts: Maple Cheesecake with Roasted Pears by Rachel Wallace

• Special Diet:A Three-way tie:

• Vegan Red Velvet Cake by Maureen Farina 

• Vegan Turtle Cheesecake by Donna Jewett

• Flourless Chocolate Torte with Bittersweet Chocolate Ganache by Susan Powers

• Savory: Blue Cheese & Mushroom Cheesecake with Bacon by Alice Tanzer

The winners in each of the categories receive a $25 Good Food Gift Card from the Co-op!

Many thanks to the bakers who donated their wonderful creations! Because of their generosity we are able to continue this festive holiday tradition and community event. Thanks also to those who placed bids on the delicious treats and contributed to the collection jar. This collective effort makes the Baking Contest and Silent Auction such a successful event that enables the Co-op to generate needed funds for the Potsdam Neighborhood Center. This year we raised $841!

Also, thank you to the many volunteers who assisted in decorating, serving, and clean-up!

The Potsdam Farmer's Market is seeking a Market Manager for the 2012 season. This is a part-time position with duties concentrated from March through October. The Farmer's Market Board is hoping to find an inspired individual with a variety of skills ranging from record keeping to advertising to event organizing. This is essentially a community service position with a stipend and promises to be a very personally gratifying position. Your work would be greatly appreciated by both local farmers and the Potsdam community. Those interested should contact Pamela Maurer at pamela36@gmail.com

 
Help shape the future of the Co-op by becoming a board member. The elections will take place at the annual February meeting in 2012!
Some things board members do:

• Attend monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of each month
• Be actively involved in committees, retreats and other Board events
• Work in the best interest of the Co-op
• Receive a working memebr discount (10% to 23%)

If you are interested please sign up in the store or email CoopBoard@potsdamcoop.com. Check out our Board Members page for more information.