May 2026

The monthly newsletter of Basics Cooperative Natural Foods.

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This Month

• Co-op Board Election May 1-7

• Certified Organic Plants in Stock

• Build a Balanced Morning Routine

• Co+op Recipe: Fish Tacos with Grapefruit Salsa

• Featured Co-op Owner: Mary

• Sip, Sip, Hooray! Hiyo Social Tonics

• Upcoming Events

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May Cafe Specials

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Hanami is the Japanese traditional custom of enjoying the transient beauty of flowers; flowers in this case almost always mean those of the cherry or, less frequently, plum trees. [1]

In Japanese cuisine, ham (Hamu) is commonly paired with Karashi, a sharp and spicy mustard, either as a dipping sauce for fried cutlets like Ham Katsu or spread directly in sandwiches for a zesty flavor.

New Co-op Owners

Welcome!

• Merry Burkhalter

• Marlene Campbell

• Heather Champion

• Tonia Cruse

• Dawn De La Paz

• Julie Hahn

• Jerrod Johnson

• Jean Kohley

• Hal Ley Hayek

• Darla Munn

• Donna Muralt

• Kelly Pulver

• Kaylee Raymond

• Kathy Ross

• Nicole Schuppner

• Marissa Tipton

Co+op Explorers Kids Club

A FREE learning club for kids under 12 - now including Basics Insights text messages.

May Round Up Non-Profit: NAMI Rock County

Round up your purchases to the nearest dollar to donate.

Cooperation in Action

Certified Organic Plants

Certified organic fruit, vegetable, and herb plants are arriving fresh weekly, while supplies last! Basics is proud to continue our partnership with The Wright Way Farm of Beloit.

Balanced Beginnings

Co+op Recipe

Fish Tacos with Grapefruit Salsa

Featured Owner

Sip, Sip, Hooray!

Hiyo Social Tonics

Blackberry Lemon or Passionfruit Tangerine, $13.69/4-pack 12oz.

If you are looking for a relaxing beverage without the hangover, Basics has you covered! New on the scene is Hiyo, an organic social tonic that's vegan and gluten free. While it does not contain any alcohol, it does have adaptogens like ashwagandha and lion's mane mushroom to give you that chill vibe at your summer social events.

While you are in the store, check out the variety of other mock beverages we carry! Many can be found in the freestanding drink cooler with HOPWTR on top.

Featuring new sourdough bagels & new Skyr-style yogurt! Click to browse new items.

May Events

—> The store will be open 9a.m. to 5p.m. on Memorial Day, May 25th. Shop your grilling needs now!

—> SAVE THE DATE: The Annual Co-op Owner Social will be held at 5:30p.m. Tuesday, June 9th at the store. We’ll be going potluck-style this year, with Basics providing the main course. More details to come!

Corporate Wellness Partners

Thank you to our current partners, Janesville Veterinary Clinic and Janesville Athletic Club, for partnering with Basics to support a healthier workforce and community. Are you a local business owner or manager? Inquire about our Corporate Wellness Partner Program. Empower your staff to achieve their best health with private wellness classes, extra discounts at Basics, product giveaways, and more!

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