Published May 16. 2019 11:22AM
The Bethlehem Food Co-Op held its sixth public craft fair and Earth Day festival, its biggest annual fundraiser, at St. Francis Center for Renewal on a sunny and verdant April 27.
Local artisans, food vendors, crafters and organizers welcomed community members for an earth blessing, kids’ yoga, beekeeping, container gardening and gardening for wildlife. A raffle featured items donated by vendors and local businesses.
Lindsey Ronco said she thought it would be a nice way to spend the day with some of her favorite vendors, whom she follows on Facebook.
Board of Directors Chair Jennifer Dize said Co-Op membership is a “one-time member-equity payment (per household)” which also allows access to the Membership Benefits Program, where about 20-25 local businesses offer discounts to members.
“It also gets you a vote. Right now that’s primarily in regard to the board of directors, but will also include decisions about the business as we get closer to opening,” said Dize.
The Co-Op currently has 619 members and is always looking to grow.
For more information about Bethlehem Food Co-Op, visit http://www.bethlehemfood.coop/
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Jennifer Dize (middle) alongside her two other associates are the head, heart, and soul of the operations of The Bethlehem Co-op and their Earth Day annual Craft Fair.
Alice Karpa and MaryAnn Horvath add team pride to the craft fair with their quilts that pay homage to sports teams.
Bethlehem Backyards for Wildlife works with the city of Bethlehem to “support biodiversity and minimize negative environmental impacts by encouraging city residents, schools, businesses, and other organizations to implement wildlife-friendly and sustainable garden practices.”
Showing support is also wearing your support!
Mary-Jane and Kate of Cranberry Creek Forest displayed handcrafted quality wooden toys that are inspired by the natural world.
Lindsey Ronco’s son shows excitement for face painting.
Fresh herbs were available for those who were looking to grab some.
The Sierra Club made an appearance which provided information to help fight for the Earth’s natural resources locally and globally.