Mother’s Day is coming up on May 14 and the co-op is your one-stop shop for gifts, food and beverages to help you celebrate. Show the mother figures in your life you appreciate them with a variety of presents, like natural bath and body care items, earrings, towels, apparel, cards, flowers and more.

Kate Egge, the owner of Wild Chick Organics, plans to give out samples of her skincare products from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday. Test them out and then purchase them for the mothers in your life!

The big, beautiful co-op you know today began 49 years ago with a tiny community store and a group of local people who valued healthy, sustainable goods. We’re celebrating our 49 years with a birthday party from 2 to 5 p.m. May 6 with live music from the Brownsmead Flats, free cake from our bakery, and free grilled sausages from our meat department.

Check out the Birthday BOGO Deals we’re offering from May 5-7:

Save the date to celebrate Earth Day at the co-op on April 22! For one-day only, all items in the bulk section will be 20% off. Our extensive bulk section allows you to get as much of an ingredient you want, or as little as you want to try in a new recipe. You can bring in your own clean container or you can buy one at the co-op so you can shop for bulk items waste-free. The first 100 shoppers of the day will each receive a free reusable bag.

Starting at noon, Becky Graham of Harvest Moon Design plans to give out free seeds and lead a garden tour and talk about attracting pollinators to your yard.

Happy 15th Anniversary of managing Astoria Co+op, Matt Stanley! Over the years, Matt has grown the co-op from a small location on Duane Street to the big beautiful store on Marine Drive that it is today. He prioritizes the staff, excellent customer service, sustainability, supporting local producers and providing healthy options for the community. Thank you, Matt!

On Monday, Astoria City Council proclaimed April 3 as Matt Stanley Day to honor his contributions to the community.

Happy Spring! We have some seasonal items in stock, including chocolates, natural egg dye kits and plenty of kitchen accessories decorated with bunnies and flowers. Pick up a Fair Trade woven basket to fill with candy and gifts!

FLASH SALE ALERT! Today only, March 30, get two bunches of asparagus for only $5 total. Celebrate the arrival of spring with this fresh seasonal ingredient!
Find a variety of asparagus recipes at grocery.coop/ingredients/asparagus

Happy spring break! For a quick family-friendly, healthy meal, join us for lunch or dinner. Our deli offers a wide variety of made-from-scratch meals, available to stay or to go. While you are here, stock up on organic produce, local groceries, grassfed meats, fresh seafood, sweet treats, beverages and more. Learn more at astoria.coop/deli-and-bakery

Find good food fast at the Astoria Co+op! Stop by our burrito bar for made-to-order bowls, burritos or tacos and enjoy them in our indoor or outdoor eating areas. While you’re here, stock up on all the snacks, beverages, fresh produce and groceries you need.

Join us at the co-op from 4 to 6 p.m. this Thursday for beer samples from Buoy Beer Co.! Try the newly released Love Lost at Sea ale in addition to other seasonal and rotating brews.