September / October

ASHLAND COMMUNITY FOOD STORE
More Than Food
Sept./Oct. 2002 • Volume 8
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VOTE YES ON MEASURE 27
by Annie Hoy
GIVE O REGON
A C HOICE !
Help Pass Measure 27
Registered Oregon voters will
decide whether on not they want
genetically engineered foods
labeled on November 5, 2002.
You can greatly assist efforts to
pass Ballot Measure 27 by making
a donation to Oregon Concerned
Citizens for Safe Foods.
To donate by mail, please send
a check or a letter with credit card
information to:
Oregon Concerned Citizens
for Safe Foods
PO Box 33628
Portland, OR 97292
Note: When making a donation by mail
using a credit card, please include your
billing address and telephone number.
Oregon Concerned Citizens
for Safe Foods (a political action
committee) was formed specifically
to address the issue of labeling genetically engineered foods in Oregon through the initiative process.
To volunteer, write OCCSF
at the address above and let them
know you are available to be a
neighborhood organizer, assist in organizing or help with fundraising.
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Oregon Consumers vs. Biotech Giants.
This David and Goliath match-up will take
place in November when voters cast their
ballots on Measure 27, the initiative to require all genetically engineered food products to be labeled in Oregon.
While Oregon’s effort to pass mandatory labeling is a first on the state level, the
issue has been addressed on the international level. According to a Greenpeace report entitled “Risky Prospects,” more than
35 countries have laws either in place or
planned which require the mandatory labeling of food containing GE ingredients.
Others have laws restricting the importation of some gene-altered foods. These
countries comprise more than half the
world’s population.
On the national front, Representative
Dennis Kucinich of Ohio has introduced
mandatory labeling legislation in Congress
for two consecutive years, each time getting a little more support. Americans have
shown their approval for labeling in two
major polls conducted last year by Rutgers
University and ABC News. Both found
that 90% of American consumers support
GE labels.
The political fight in Oregon will pit
a trailblazing, grass roots consumer movement against well-funded agribusiness
and biotechnology giants, backed by the
Bush administration. Oregon Concerned
Citizens for Safe Foods will run an intensive two month campaign to pass Measure
27, doing the best they can with small donations from activists, food co-ops, natural
foods manufacturers and individuals.
Donna Harris, a Portland mother of two,
heads OCCSF, along with husband Parker
Bell. The opposition is a hastily put together
alliance called the Coalition Against the
Costly Label Law. It is lead by Pat
McCormick and is bankrolled by powerful
biotech and agribusiness lobbies such as the
Farm Bureau, the Grocery Manufacturers
of America, and the Biotechnology Industry Organization.
This is the kind of political match-up
(continued on page 2)
In this issue:
• Board Report
page 2
• General Manager’s Message page 3
& Cooking with Rebecca Wood
• Co-op Conversion News
page 4
& New Name Brewing for ACFS
• National Organic Standards page 5
• Water for Health &
page 6
School Tours for Kids
• Siskiyou Wild Rivers
page 7
• Green Network
page 8
COMMUNITY -OWNED NATURAL FOODS STORE SINCE
1972
Publisher:
Ashland Community
Food Store, Inc.
237 North First Street
Ashland, Oregon 97520
Report from the Board
by Glenn Hill, Board Member
Editor: Annie Hoy
Board meetings are held the fourth
Thursday of each month. Members are
encouraged to attend.
Opinions expressed in More Than Food
are those of the author and do not
necessarily represent the views of ACFS
Inc., the board of directors or the
employees. Advertisements that appear
in More Than Food do not constitute an
endorsement from ACFS Inc. All
contents, including art, are copyrighted
by ACFS/CarterWorks or used with
permission, and all rights are reserved.
©2002 ACFS/CarterWorks. All rights reserved.
More Than Food is designed
by CarterWorks and printed by
Pacific Crest Printing on recycled paper.
Values Statement
Our business philosophy can
best be expressed through these
six affirmations:
1. Customers are the life-blood of our business. We acknowledge that without superior service and customer care our success
will be limited.
2. We strive to be a great place to work. We
believe the foundation for this is openness
and mutual respect. As a business, we appreciate the collective wisdom and energy
of our employees. This means we are a participatory workplace where self-directed
teams meet regularly to discuss issues, solve
problems, and innovate for improvement.
A few thoughts regarding service
on the ACFS board, & the up-coming
Board election.
“First, do no harm.”
After serving as a member of the board
of directors for the last
year and a half, I can
truly say it has been an
honor to be of service
in this way. There have
been some challenging
times, and a lot of learning, and quite a bit
of enjoyment (really !!).
The above quote comes from the oath
that a new doctor takes before assuming
his/her duties. It occurred to me, a while
back, that it is a pretty good guideline for
one to follow while serving on the ACFS
Board. To offer ones service to ACFS, making sure our values and mission are upheld,
and also ensuring that the financial and biz
foundations are kept strong, is a privilege
and an honor. And of course, if possible,
one should also leave the cooperative and
the board in better shape, when ones term
is up.
To do all of the above, while still making sure to “Do no harm...” sums up for
me the essence of a director’s role at ACFS.
These thoughts
bring to mind the fact
that early next year, in
March, we will be having an election to fill
three seats on the Board.
Any member of ACFS is welcome to run
for these positions. If you are a committed
member, who supports our vision, mission
and values, and can make the time commitment, you might want to think about
it. You should also be comfortable working
in a flexible way with a group consensus
decision-making process. So if you feel that
you may have talents and/or experience to
offer the membership, then we would
invite you to consider running. You may
pick up an application at the store, starting
in December.
Measure 27 (cont. from page 1)
Oregonians savor. Like the Bottle Bill in
the 70’s and the Right to Die measure of
the 90’s, Measure 27 will be the definite
underdog. Proponents will be out-spent by
millions. Opponents will bombard con-
sumers with a campaign touting all of the
unproven and untested virtues of splicing
genes from fish into strawberries or genes
from bacteria into corn. Meanwhile, the
eyes of the world will watch to see who
comes out on top.
“F I R S T ,
do no harm.”
3. We offer basic food necessities at reasonable prices.
4. We emphasize locally produced, organically grown and ecologically sound products.
5. We actively engage in outreach to the culturally diverse sectors of our community. We
encourage all people to adopt an environmentally friendly and healthy lifestyle. Through
outreach, sponsorship of educational forums,
and store events we promote awareness of
natural foods and the environment.
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6. We use profits beyond operational needs
to serve our membership, employees, and
community through investments in new or
expanded business opportunities, improved
benefits and charitable donations.
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COMMUNITY -OWNED NATURAL FOODS STORE SINCE
1972
From the
GENERAL
MANAGER’S
DESK
r
By Richard Katz
The construction phase of our expansion
project is just about complete. There will
be more work done on the floors, lighting
changes, a new cash register in the deli and
another in line with the existing registers,
new store and aisle signs, more products
near the entrance, and everything else that
comes up. I believe that at this time the
worst is over. The store is coming back to
order and we hope to keep refining the
results of the expansion. It’s been great to
hear from you about what you like and
also how we can improve.
This has been quite an experience for
us to get to this point and I gratefully thank
all of you, our shoppers and members, for
your patience, perseverance, and good spirits throughout this often-difficult process.
I also want to acknowledge and thank Erik
Wallbank for taking on this project and
doing everything he possibly could to
smooth the way and coordinate the chaos.
Our terrific staff people are doing great
work despite the difficulties encountered
during the construction.
We are now beginning the implementation phase of the project. This is the time
that we learn how to staff and merchandise the new spaces. Some new areas like
the customer service desk and deli register
will require some refinement through trial
and error until we get it right. I know you
will be affected by these changes and we
want to offer help getting used to things.
We plan to staff our new customer service
desk (on the right as you enter) from about
11 am to 7 pm. This should begin by the
time you read this newsletter. This is the
place to ask any question you have about
ACFS, make or pick up a special order,
return a product, and perhaps soon to register to be an owner/member.
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We are in process in developing a Coop Conversion plan for your review. Soon
we will ask you to vote on our proposal for
ACFS to become a cooperative corporation.
We encourage you to vote in favor of our
proposal. By passing this proposal you will
have the opportunity to become a co-owner
of ACFS. If you want more information
about Co-op Conversion, just ask to speak
to Annie Hoy, our Outreach Coordinator
and Head Cheerleader for Co-operation.
Judging from our recent financial results, I
believe it will be a good investment.
Just to let you know how successful
we’ve been while getting through this
project, our 2nd quarter sales (April-June)
were the highest ever for a quarter by a
whopping 9%. We thank you very much
for your support on many levels. It feels
great to be able to offer more products and
services to make your shopping experience
better. We believe that our remodel will
enable us to serve you at a higher level for
years to come.
The Community Classroom re-opens!
Quick & Easy Cooking with
REBECCA WOOD
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23TH, 6:30PM
COST: $10*
ACFS COMMUNITY CLASSROOM
*Sponsored by
Eden Foods.
Participants will
receive a $10 gift
certificate for
Eden products.
Rebecca Wood is an award-winning author,
national speaker and chef. Her passion is teaching
short cuts for healthy home cooking. Sign up for
her vegetarian (dairy-free) cooking class at the
customer service desk.
Please join us for our
GRAND RE-OPENING &
30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Saturday & Sunday
September 21 & 22
The dust has settled and we’re ready to party!
Food Tasting • Free Stuff • Prizes • Music
Watch for more details posted in our new member information area
COMMUNITY -OWNED NATURAL FOODS STORE SINCE
1972
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COOPERATIVE PRINCIPLES IN ACTION
#2: D EMOCRATIC MEMBER C ONTROL
Vote YES for Co-Op Conversion
by Annie Hoy
“Cooperatives are democratic entities
interest of both the co-op and the owners.
controlled by their members who actively parThe plan calls for a total equity investticipate in setting policies and making deci- ment of $100. Owners will be able to pay
sions on a one member, one vote basis.”
this all at once or in $20 increments over two
All of the hard work of the past three years. Equity will be refundable if you decide
years on Co-op Conversion will come to a to end your ownership. The morning disclimax in October when the ACFS Board of count will be discontinued and in its place
Directors holds a special member election to will be a patronage rebate. At the end of the
ratify new co-op by-laws, articles of incorpo- year, the board will look at the profit, allocate
ration and to dissolve the mutual benefit money for the next year’s operations and for
corporation and re-incorporate as a true Community Grants, and set aside a percentcooperative business.
age of what’s left to
It has been an argive back to owners
duous process to get
in proportion to what
to this point. We’ve
they’ve spent over the
1ST PRINCIPLE:
done lots of educayear. There will be
VOLUNTARY & OPEN MEMBERSHIP
tion for members
owner-only coupons
2ND PRINCIPLE:
and employees and
distributed in the
D
EMOCRATIC
M
EMBER
C
ONTROL
the depth of support
newsletter, which will
we’ve received has
be mailed to all own3RD PRINCIPLE:
heartened the Outers. Plus, special
MEMBERS’ ECONOMIC PARTICIPATION
reach Committee
Owner Appreciation
4TH PRINCIPLE:
working on this
Days will be held
AUTONOMY & INDEPENDENCE
project. Our initial
throughout the year
5TH PRINCIPLE:
survey showed a
with owner-only disEDUCATION, TRAINING & INFORMATION
great majority of recounts.
6
TH PRINCIPLE:
spondents were in
The final draft of
COOPERATION AMONG COOPERATIVES
favor of Co-op Conthe by-laws will be
7TH PRINCIPLE:
version. The adviavailable for memCONCERN FOR COMMUNITY
sory vote this past
bers to review in early
March was overSeptember. Annie
whelmingly supportive of moving forward. Hoy will present a series of “Co-op 101”
Now the board has drafted new by-laws and ar- classes in September in our refurbished Comticles of incorporation that retain the mission munity Classroom. Ballots will be mailed in
and values of the organization while conform- early October. Please update your current
ing to legal cooperative corporation language.
member information before September 23rd
The board has discussed many thorny so we can send your ballot to the correct adissues including: the amount of the equity dress. Call Annie Hoy, 482-2237, for more
investment required of owners; discount vs. information.
patronage rebate; senior discounts; ownerWe’re in the final stretch of this process
only coupons; owner appreciation discounts; and look forward to a successful election. The
and, how owners will make equity investment board and the members of the Outreach
payments. They’ve researched how co-ops all Committee urge you to vote YES for Co-op
over the country have dealt with these issues Conversion when you receive your ballot.
and come up with a plan that is in the best
Cooperative Principles
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New Name
Brewing for
ACFS plus
Member Vote on
Co-op Conversion
by Glenn Hill, Board Member
As we welcome our members to your
newly expanded Community Food Store,
the members of the board would like to
invite your suggestions for a possible new
name for your store. Along with a newly
expanded building, we have also been working on a new legal definition for our cooperative/community owned enterprise.
As the construction crews and Erik
Wallbank (our fearless project leader), have
been pounding nails, the board and Annie
Hoy, have been working on a new set of
by-laws that will legally remodel ACFS into
a true co-op, with member equity and
member ownership.
At this point it looks like we will be
ready to hold a special election by the
membership, to approve the new by-laws
and co-op conversion, sometime in
October. You, the members, will have the
opportunity to review the new bylaws at
our new Customer Service Desk and then
cast your ballot, which you will receive in
the mail.
Along with converting to a true co-op,
comes the idea of changing the name of
ACFS, to reflect our new status as a true
member owned co-op.
Some suggestions already put forth are
as follows: “Ashland Cooperative Grocery”,
Ashland Cooperative Market”, Rogue Valley Cooperative Food Store”, “Ashland Cooperative Food Store” and “Ashland Food
Co-op.”
We welcome any suggestions or
ideas you may want to offer for a new
name for your store. Please give them to
Annie Hoy, at the store. A $25 gift certificate will be awarded to the author of the
selected name.
COMMUNITY- OWNED NATURAL FOODS STORE SINCE
1972
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NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS:
A New Era in Organic Food
By Annie Hoy
On October 21, 2002, ACFS shoppers
will begin seeing the effects of the new
National Organic Standards. New labels
will tell consumers exactly what percentage of a product’s contents is certified
organic.
The labels will carry the same organic
assurances whether the products are purchased in
Oregon or Maine,
ending the patchwork of standards
that have been in
effect. The standardized codes will
clearly define what
the Certified Organic
label means: no toxic and
persistent pesticides, antibiotics, sewage
sludge, irradiation or genetically modified ingredients have been used in any
phase of production, from farm to
table. The new labeling requirements
will truly make organic products food
you can trust.
Since organic foods are not made
with toxic insecticides, herbicides,
fungicides and fertilizers, choosing
them reduces your exposure to these
chemicals. This is especially important
when it comes to protecting the next
generation. That’s because infants and
children are especially vulnerable to
pesticide residues.
Organic benefits extend way beyond
your kitchen. Organic agricultural
practices help save natural resources,
particularly soil and water. They work in
harmony with nature, not against it.
Organic agriculture respects the balance
of microorganisms in the soil and uses
composted manure and other natural
materials, as well as crop rotation, to
build fertile, healthy soil, the foundation
of the food chain.
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By safeguarding the environment
and protecting habitats, organic agriculture conserves and promotes species
diversity. It also promotes humane animal treatment, requiring preventative
health care practices such as adequate
feed, nutritional supplements, sanitary
housing and freedom of movement,
access to the outdoors and conditions
that accommodate the natural
behavior of animals. The use of
antibiotics or growth hormones
is prohibited.
Organic agriculture also provides a
lifeline to farmers and helps bring to life
the rural communities that built our nation. It creates an alternative market for
sellers, giving organic farmers a way to
survive and thrive.
The new standards remind us that organic has come of age. Now consumers
can know that when they purchase products with the USDA Certified Organic
label, they really are saving the Earth, one
bite at a time.
What the Labels Mean
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved four categories of organic labels, based on the percentage of organic content.
1. 100% Organic — all of a product’s content is certified organic and can carry
the USDA official seal
2. Organic — at least 95% of content by weight excluding water and salt is
organic; may carry the USDA seal
3. Made with Organic — at least 70% of content is organic and the main
product panel may display the phrase “Made with Organic” followed by up to
three specific ingredients
4. Products containing less than 70% organic content — may identify
organic content only on the product label’s ingredient list with no mention
on the main panel
COMMUNITY -OWNED NATURAL FOODS STORE SINCE
1972
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Water: Health & Hydration
By Dr. Brian Duby, D.C.
Water’s role in our health is often
misunderstood or overlooked. Most people
do not drink enough water to replace what
they lose. Water loss in the body occurs
through urination, respiration, bowel
movements, evaporation through skin cooling and menses. The total amount that we
lose is around 2.5 liters per day.
While we gain water through food and
fluids, this is not enough to replace what
we lose. The average person at rest should
drink half their weight in ounces per day.
This means that a 110 pound woman
should drink 55 oz. or 1.5 liters/day. A man
weighing 165 pounds would need to drink
83 oz. or 2.25 liters/day.
When we are exercising it is important
to drink additional water before, during
and after. When thirst occurs, we are
already dehydrated.
Limit alcohol, caffeine
and fluid (juice, soda, tea,
sports drinks) intake or increase water intake to compensate.
Drink beverages at room
temperature or if you have
been working out and are
very hot, warm it to body
temperature in your mouth to
avoid cramping.
Drink 8-12 oz. of water
an hour before eating to increase the amount of digestive
fluids available to process your
food. Don’t drink during meals as this dilutes the digestive fluids. To allow for optimal digestion and nutrient absorption,
“The average
person at rest
should drink
half their
weight
in ounces
per day.”
Dr. Brian Duby, D.C. practices
Network Chiropractic in
Ashland and Medford. You may
contact him with any additional questions at
541.488.9873 or check out scheduled health
talks at www.HealingInCommon.com.
Ashland Community Food
Store School Tours are a fun
and educational experience for
children and young people.
Plus, everybody gets to taste
products throughout the store
and special prizes at the end
of the tour.
Here’s what children see and
learn:
SchoolTours
for Kids
K-8
The Produce Department
We emphasize healthy and
organic fruits and
vegetables. Kids learn
about plant parts
(peas are seeds, carrots
are roots, lettuce is leaves, etc.).
We talk about how our farmers
take care of the soil and the
environment. Tastes are provided,
plus each child will receive an
Organic Banana Credit Card enabling
them to get a free organic banana each
time they visit the store.
The Grocery Department
Here we talk about the value of buying
in bulk, basic nutrition with all the food
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groups, and point out the wide variety of
natural alternatives to their conventional
favorites. We also offer information about
meat alternatives, wheat alternatives and
dairy alternatives.
The Dairy Department
Every tour group loves to see
behind the scenes in the dairy
cooler. We talk about all the
different types of products
and emphasize local, free
drink nothing for up to
2 hours after eating.
Drink the best quality water you can find.
Fresh water, like fresh
vegetables, has a greater
benefit for us.
Water also has many
benefits for improving
health that will be outlined
in the next issue of this
newsletter.
range and organic eggs,
organic milk and yogurt
and cheeses from around
the world.
The
Meat Department
Children will see and learn
about seafood, meat and
poultry. They’ll find out
why free-range meats and
wild caught fish are better for our bodies and the
planet. Emphasis is placed
on sustainable and humane practices by
our local ranchers and the value of hormone-free and antibiotic-free animal
products.
Please try to book your tours
at least a month in advance. We encourage parents to come along and help
supervise.
To schedule your tour, please contact
Annie Hoy, Outreach Coordinator,
482-2237.
COMMUNITY-OWNED NATURAL FOODS STORE SINCE
1972
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Siskiyou
Wild Rivers
Threatened
by 1872
Mining Law
Rough & Ready Creek
Needs Your Help Now!
Please go to www.siskiyou.org
to send free faxes to help
protect this incredible area
and the entire Siskiyou Wild
Rivers area.
And please make a phone call
today to Representative Peter
DeFazio at 1-800-944-9603.
Ask him to permanently protect
Rough & Ready Creek watershed as Wilderness.
by
by Rolf
Rolf Skar
Skar
Long ago, before women had the
right to vote, and before the light bulb was
invented, President Ulysses S. Grant signed
the 1872 Mining Act into law. Now, 120
years later, the anachronistic provisions of
this law are threatening to ruin the globally
significant Siskiyou Wild Rivers area in
Southwestern Oregon.
The Siskiyou Wild Rivers area is recognized internationally as a zone of outstanding biological diversity and natural
beauty. Because of its wild salmon, wild
rivers, rare botany and roadless mountain
forests, Oregonians overwhelmingly support protection for the area as a National
Monument. However, the Bush Administration, with encouragement from Oregon
Senator Gordon Smith, recently removed a
ban on new mining claims in approximately
800,000 acres of the Siskiyou Wild Rivers
area. In addition, the administration undercut attempts to regulate so-called “recreational” in-stream mining operations leaving some of Oregon’s best wild salmon rivers vulnerable to marginal mining operations that literally employ no one.
A real gem of the Siskiyous, Rough &
Ready Creek, is part of the most botanically diverse watershed in Oregon. It is also
the site of a proposed 4,400 acre nickel strip-
mine. The 1872 Mining Law would allow
the would-be miner of Rough & Ready
Creek to devastate thousands of acres of
wild fish and rare plant habitat, build roads
in roadless areas, and make no guarantees
of toxic clean-up. To add insult to injury,
the 1872 Mining Law would allow the
miner to purchase Rough & Ready Creek
from the public for $2.50 an acre, the price
set in 1872.
Your help is needed to protect the
Siskiyou Wild Rivers area from the ravages
of mining. Visit www.siskiyou.org or call
the Siskiyou Project at (541) 592-4459 for
more information.
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Now Available to Rent!
The Community Classroom
Must be reserved in advance. Rental fee: $10/hour. Please call Annie Hoy at the store (482-2237) for
more information and to reserve the space.
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The Green Network
is a group of socially and environmentally responsible businesses and services
that have joined ACFS to offer discounts
to ACFS members. Please show your
membership card to receive discounts.
The Rapid Eye Healing Program: Gaea
Yudron, Certified RET. Rapid eye therapy
supports quick, effective release of stress,
trauma, and other limiting habit patterns.
Holistic, effective, spiritually-based healing
program. Phone consult and brochure
available. 850 Siskiyou Blvd. #8, Ashland.
(541)482-3762, email: yudron@hotmail.com.
ACFS discount: 10% off all services.
Vrinda Leier Heyden, Certified Yoga
Instructor, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy:
Offering a blend of the ancient art and
science of Yoga with elements of contemporary body/mind psychology. PRYT supports transformation and empowerment by
allowing one to experience safe, supported
yoga poses that any body can do. Vrinda
also holds a BA in Psychology and Art and
is a 2nd degree Reiki practitioner. 541-5520108. ACFS discount: 10% off all services.
Computer Assistance: Theodore M. (Ted)
Booth, PhD. Assistance with hardware and
software. Includes selecting, upgrading, using, and troubleshooting. Phone 4825231, Pager 814-1074. ACFS Discount:
5% disc. to ACFS members, 10% disc. to
seniors (60+) & students.
Kindler Stout Piano Services: Third generation piano tuner providing a valuable
service in a socially responsible way. 482TUNE. ACFS Discount: Services at 1986
prices if you provide two pianos instead of
one to tune.
Natural Vision Center: Tom Quackenbush
is the director of the Natural Vision Center
and author of the best-selling textbook
Relearning to See: Improve Your Eyesight —
Naturally! He has taught over 2,000 students
to improve their eyesight by relearning natural, relaxed vision habits (not exercises).
The NVC offers free lectures, brochures,
nutrition seminars and color therapy.
www.NaturalVisionCenter.com, 541-5122525. ACFS Discount: $10 off Natural
Eyesight Improvement course.
Renaissance Chiropractic Clinic: Dr.
Kathleen F. Manley, Chiropractic Physician. 376 B Street, Ashland, (541) 4823362. ACFS Discount: 10% off initial visit
with ACFS membership card.
Massage & Exercise Therapies: James E.
Evans, BA, LMT. Specializing in Clinical
Sports/Orthopedic Massage Therapy; Swedish-Esalen Relaxation Massage; and T’ai Chi
Ch’uan and Chi Gung. Providing ethical and
compassionate personal care to facilitate healing as well as client education to encourage
independent self-care. Beach Street in
Ashland. By appt: 488-5822. ACFS Discount: $10 off first 3 visits.
Information Warriors: New bi-monthly
investment newsletter focusing on socially
responsible investing with an emphasis on
stocks in the technology sector. Its author
is also available for teaching and investment consulting. ACFS Discount: e-mail
jewelz@mind.net for a free issue of the
newsletter and/or $20 off initial consult.
Julie Weber, MSW: Available for short or long
term psychotherapy. Specializing in finding
growth and meaningfulness out of hardship.
Please call for an appointment. 482-7416.
ACFS Discount: First session 1/2 price.
Michael Zanoni, L.Ac., Chinese Medicine
& Acupuncture: Primary medical care for
acute and chronic disorders including stress,
sleep problems, pain, digestion, menopause,
menstrual dysfunction & fertility. Sliding fee
scale, insurance. 850 Siskiyou Blvd., Ashland.
482-7056. ACFS Discount: 10% off all services.
Ashland Commons: Stuart Douglas, Innkeeper. Affordable group and family accommodations close to town and OSF theaters.
Perfect for groups of all kinds. Fully equipped
kitchen, cable TV and patio, on-site laundry
facilities, sleeps 2-12. 437 Williamson Way,
Ashland. 482-6753, 1-800-484-3869 (Pin#
7838. ACFS Discount: 10% discount.
Diane Taudvin, B.A., LMT: Process Work
Counselor. Dreambody Process Work blends
Jungian psychology, dreamwork, movement,
dialogue and bodymind focus, and incorporates quantum physics, shamanistic &
buddhist thought to explore and transform
symptoms, eating disorders, relationships,
conflict and life-path. 482-3597. ACFS Discount: 10% off first three sessions.
Sentient Press: Publisher of Sentient Times,
a monthly regional magazine, featuring articles that offer tools for evolving and transforming our personal and planetary existence. PO Box 1330, Ashland, OR 97520.
512-1084. ACFS Discount: 5% discount
to advertisers who are ACFS members.
Morningstar Healing Arts: Howard Morning-star, MD, family physician and herbalist and Sue Morningstar, CNM, women’s
health nurse practitioner, combining the best
of both worlds, traditional medicine and
natural healing. 482-2032. ACFS discount:
10% off patient’s share of office charges.
Michael Owen, D.C.: Offering personalized sessions based on healing the whole
person from the “bottom up.” Dedicated
to returning the patient to health as quickly
as possible to prevent dependence on services, using the highest quality nutritional
supplements and the latest healing techniques. 208 Oak Street #204, Ashland. 4821695. ACFS Discount: 20% off first session.
Reflexology, Kris Tanner, C.R.: Vitaliz.ing the healing powers of the body by
working on the specific reflex areas of the
feet or hands. (541) 858-0133. By appt.
only. ACFS Discount: $5 off first visit with
valid ACFS membership card.
Southern Oregon Nature Excursions: Jack
Leishman. From Crater Lake to the coast;
from high mountain peaks to valley wildflower meadows. Hiking and driving
ecotours throughout southern OR and
northern CA. www.oregonnature.com. 2320
Talent Ave., Talent, OR 97540, 535-7895,
1-877-868-7245. ACFS discount: 15% discount for groups of 4+. Call for free brochure.