You know that moment when you walk into the farm market and the smell of perfectly ripe peaches hits you before you even see them? The fruit is so ready you can practically taste the sunshine they’ve been soaking up. My brain immediately goes to, “OK, some of these are definitely going in a panzanella with our heirloom tomatoes and...

Some evenings, I feel like I’m hosting a buffet for the local mosquito population. Just when the air cools and the garden beckons, out come those tiny, persistent vampires. Over the years, I’ve learned that surrendering your garden is not an option. These pests aren’t just annoying; they’re disease carriers and keeping them at bay is essential garden care. Here’s...

One of the Co-op’s newest working membership partners, Historic Fair Hill in North Philly, has evolved from a neglected Quaker burial ground that became a dumping ground into a vibrant center for education, action and healing, thanks to the efforts of Friends and neighbors over the last 30 years. Rooted in social justice, we combat food insecurity, provide access to...