FUN FACT: Michigan is the pickle capital of the United States.
Hey, it’s JB!
This month, the Detroit People’s Food Co-op in the North End hit over $3 million in sales.
The Black-led food grocery store opened nine months ago after a decade-and-a-half of planning and now has over 4,000 members who collectively own the store. But anyone can shop there—no membership required.
I learned this and more at a meeting earlier this month for members (I am a member). In February, the co-op plans to host a late night event with a DJ and food pop-ups, and in the distant future is considering using profits to open a second co-op location in Detroit.
To keep everyone up to date and involved the co-op holds quarterly meetings with dinner, local food raffles and time to connect with other members.
Learn more by reading the story below and feel free to email me with any questions at jbrooker@bridgedetroit.com.
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JB
- Lafayette Coney Island is closed due to a rat infestation; American Coney Island said it’s negatively impacted their business too.
- Dutch Girl Donuts and Griffin Claw Brewing teamed up on a limited time craft beer, only available in Clawson.
- Detroit Shipping Co is launching its first “Bollywood High Tea.”
- Applications are now open for Keep Growing Detroit’s 2025 Garden Resource Program.
- Authority Health has launched a program to put healthy grab and go food in Detroit convenience stores and gas stations.
- Sugah Please and Mockery Zero Proof are having grand openings today.
- Fennigan’s Farms has an open call for workshops, skillshares, events and collaborations.
The weekly schedule of pop-ups, food events and more:
- Hold Me Closer XX is hiring a part-time bartender.
- Motz’s Burgers is hiring staff.
- UNPAID: Make Food Not Waste is hiring a board treasurer.
