NEWSLETTER - MARCH 2007 (download PDF)


Employee Spotlight: Martha Unruh Szambecki

Martha began at Prairie Harvest in 2003, working in customer service and bringing her friendly, helpful personality to everything she does, from stocking shelves to bagging bulk items to ringing up customers' orders. She wanted to join the Prairie Harvest team because she appreciates the philosophy the store was built on, including commitment to community and the environment, and giving folks healthy choices for their families. She also enjoys the people she works with and the interactions with customers and the local community.

When not at Prairie Harvest, Martha is a part-time social worker at Presbyterian Manor. She also volunteers at Slate Creek Elementary (where her daughter, Kate, is a first grader), is active in church activities, and enjoys playing the piano.

Martha noted that there are so many products at Prairie Harvest that her family likes and uses that it was hard to narrow it down to one favorite product. She especially appreciates items available for people with food allergies, and regularly uses pastas, granolas, personal care products, snacks and baking products from Prairie Harvest. She also really enjoys the fresh local produce available in spring, summer and fall months.

As a small, local market we are able to bring in new items regularly.

Among the several new items in the past weeks are:

Healthy Clippings Coupon Booklet, Spring edition will be available in mid-March. Pick up this free publication and start cashing in on coupons

Barlean's Flax Oil in unflavored and cinnamon. Barlean's is pressed as we order it, making this the freshest flax oil on the market!

Madhava Agave Nectar natural sweetener has a low glycemic index that is beneficial for balancing the body's sugars. This natural sweetener is organic, made from the juice of the agave cactus.

Weleda Body Oils in wild rose and arnica. The Wild Rose Oil is based in almond oil and jojoba oil which will moisturize and revitalize the winter skin while wild Damask rose fragrance harmonizes the body and spirit. The Arica Massage Oil contains sunflower seed and olive oil combined with extracts of arica flowers and birch leaves. It is ideal for use before and after sports and physical exertion to warm the muscles. Our popular teapots in new Spring colors are here in 3- and 6-cup sizes. Plus, a new design that combines stainless steel and enamel in a modern look.

International Collection dipping olive oil with balsamic vinegar and Italian herbs. Use this to dip bread, for marinades or as a base for sauces.

Mrs. Leeper's Beef Lasagna mix is wheat free and gluten free and may be prepared in 15 minutes.

Julie's Sorbet, a frozen treat in mango passion and blackberry flavors. We're introducing the mango passion at a sale price this month!

Natural Factors Children's Formula Ultimate Probiotic powder has 3 billion active cells per 1/2 teaspoon serving and may be administered to children under 5 years. We carry several probiotic options. Probiotics are important because they replace the good bacteria destroyed by sickness and antibiotic use while helping us regain strength by optimizing digestion.


Schedule Changes

Please visit our Deli & Baking Schedule page to view updated daily schedules.

Celebrate Women!

March is Women's History Month; March 8 is International Women's Day

Celebrate at Prairie Harvest March 8-10. Come in with a girlfriend and enjoy free chai tea while you shop, made from our own chai mix (see recipe below). Scones will be served all weekend. Women who spend $50 or more will receive a $5 coupon for their next $20 purchase of pampering body care like our new body and massage oils from Weleda, Aura Cacia Essential Solutions oils, our Burt's Bees line, and other health and beauty items like lotions, body washes and bath soaks. More information is available in store.

Gather the girl friends for chai and scones to remember your mentors and share your dreams. Celebrate the gifts women bring to our community.

Prairie Harvest Chai

  • One packet Prairie Harvest Chai (includes spices and tea)
  • 7 c. water
  • 6 T. Honey
  • 1 c. milk

Bring spice/tea mixture to a boil in water (use tea infuser or loose tea to strain later). Simmer 7 minutes. Remove from heat and remove infuser or strain tea. Add honey and milk and enjoy with scones (recipe on previous page).


DID YOU KNOW . . .
  • Prairie Harvest has been locally owned since the turn of the century?
  • We have electronic gift cards available?
  • We accept Vision Cards?
  • Advance orders of full cases or 25 lbs. bulk products receive 10% discount?
  • We have hot deli items suitable for the wheat- free diet?

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