Category Archives: Current Affairs

News from our block, neighborhood, city, state, country, or planet.

CEANYC Panel Discussion April 22, 2017

Join the 4th Street Food Co-op in this upcoming Cooperative Economics Alliance of New York City panel discussion on NYC co-ops at Artists Space on April 22 at 55 Walker St. This Is How We Win: A Community Resistance Panel and … Continue reading

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USDA Issues Major Animal Welfare Standards for Organic Farms

Compassion over Killing (cok.net) posted this recent article: In its last major move under the Obama administration, last week the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has introduced comprehensive new animal welfare standards governing organic farms. The sweeping changes are important … Continue reading

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January miso making workshop a success!

    3 participants had a fun time in the 4th Street Food Co-op’s Miso Making Workshop with working member Kumiko. Thank you for joining DoMiso at the Co-op! Next workshop will be on Saturday, February 11, 2017 1-2pm

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Only 21 days of our fridge repair fund left

Our produce fridge was recently fixed, but we still owe on repair costs. We are $1155 away from paying off this unanticipated expenditure.  For decades, the 4th Street Food Co-op has provided the NYC community with high-quality, affordable organic food … Continue reading

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Produce Delivery, Thursday 12/29 + 2017 Co-op Postcard

On Saturday 12/31 we are closed for inventory until 2pm. We are also closed Sunday 1/1 for New Year’s Day. Beets, Red — Westminster, VT (LOCAL) Carrots, Orange — Copake, NY (LOCAL) Chard — USA

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Co-op Gift Cards

Drop by the Co-op to pick up a gift card for a friend or loved one – great for those who want to shop local, organic, non-GMO. We have health and beauty products, fresh produce, bulk nuts, granola, coffee, spices, … Continue reading

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DIY Holiday Gifts from 4SFC

       Looking for a place to shop for holiday gifts and support local, fair trade, organic, and non-GMO products? Come to the 4th Street Food Co-op and pick up high-quality items perfect for small personal gifts and gift … Continue reading

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The Co-op will be open Thanksgiving Day 10am-4pm

Stop by on Thanksgiving to pick up fresh, local ingredients if you’re cooking, or bring some probiotic-boasting krauts and kimchi as a guest gift! We’re open 10am-4pm this Thursday, November 24th 2016 (Thanksgiving) so you can pick up last-minute spices, … Continue reading

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Brooklyn Cranksgiving Dec 3rd

Bushwick Food Co-op participating in Brooklyn Cranksgiving Check out the Bushwick Food Co-op, who is near the start and will be giving out fresh produce! More event info here.

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The co-op needs your help!

Our produce fridge recently broke and we incurred a $3800 repair cost. Can you donate to help us make up for the repair? We currently have $2100 of needed $3800. Our fridge is back up and running. Any amount helps!   … Continue reading

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