Equal Exchange Espresso Bar

Fall weather has arrived, so this issue of our official e-newsletter features lots of café news, fun upcoming events, and wonderful deals to help you take the chill off! As always, don't forget your coupon for an awesome back-to-school deal!

What's New at the Café?

	Even though it's October, you can still enjoy the refreshing taste of summer! We made our delicious new organic Sparkling Lemonade and Gingerade permanent menu items at the EEE. Add lavender, raspberry, or cherry and try them all!
	Fall flavors are here too! We've got a variety of festive fall flavors to choose from, including Spiced Brown Sugar, Toasted Marshmallow, Maple Spice, Amaretto, Gingerbread, and of course, Pumpkin Spice! We've also got mulled apple cider – and did we mention our homemade pumpkin whipped cream?!
	Now that the cooler weather has officially arrived, we are rolling out a fabulous Fall Special on Equal Exchange Organic Hot Cocoa Mixes! Warm up with your choice of either Classic or Spicy Hot Cocoa. They're just $5.99 each, all season long!
	On a serious note, please join us in assisting women in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Equal Exchange has partnered with the Panzi Foundation to create a new blend of coffees from East Africa, called "Congo Coffee Project." For each pound of this coffee you purchase, Equal Exchange will donate $1 to the Panzi Hospital in Bukivu, Congo in order to provide life-saving treatment, counseling and aftercare programs for more than 2,000 survivors of sexual violence each year. Stop in the EEE and pick up a pound of this inspirational new coffee today.
	In September, we introduced a brand new product from Equal Exchange: fairly traded, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil from small farmers in Palestine's West Bank. It comes from two farmer co-ops which are part of the Palestinian Agricultural Relief Committees (PARC), a non-profit, non-governmental organization in the West Bank which is a member of the World Fair Trade Organization. This rich green oil is cold-pressed from Nabali olives without any refining and has a robust flavor with a hint of pepper and green olive. Pick some up today for the Introductory Price of $12.99!
	Speaking of new, have you tried Equal Exchange's Organic Tamari Roasted Almonds yet? These crunchy snacks are grown by Big Tree Organic Farms Co-op in California and then dry roasted and sprinkled with just the right amount of savory tamari soy sauce. At just $3.99 for a 5 ounce bag, they may be the perfect treat!
	Finally, our very own Julia Massy and the Five Finger Discount released their new album, Is There Room for Me?, back in August. It's been getting a lot of air play here at EEE! You can check it out on their website or pick up your own copy here at the shop for just $10.

Up and Coming:

October is both Co-op Month and Fair Trade Month, two things that are very near and dear to our hearts here at EEE, so join us for the following events this month!

Equal Exchange is sponsoring Seattle Metropolitan Credit Union's second annual Co-opalooza on October 16. Join us for this celebration of community and co-ops. Find out what makes co-ops different from other businesses, see what products and services local co-ops have to offer, and enjoy live music from The Moondoggies, Recess Monkey, Ravenna Woods, and Caspar Babypants! Sunday, October 16 from 11am-5pm at Seattle Center's Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St, Seattle. This family-friendly event is free.

SLICE 2011 is coming! What is SLICE, you ask? Why it stands from Strengthening Local Independent Co-ops Everywhere, and it's coming to Seattle October 21-22. This conference aims to promote the sustainable development of co-operative businesses in our region, as well as social and environmental justice. Slice 2011 will feature a variety of speakers from within the local and national Co-op Movement, including EEE's own Alison Booth, who will be leading a discussion on how we can work to make the “Shop Co-op" message as strong as the “Shop Local" message. October 21-22 at All Pilgrim's Christian Church, 509 10th Ave E, Seattle. See SLICE website for tickets and schedules. [slice image]

For the fifth Halloween in a row, Equal Exchange is partnering with Global Exchange to bring you Reverse Trick-or-Treating, a fun and easy way to raise awareness of the widespread child labor, forced labor, trafficking, poverty, and environmental degradation in the cocoa industry. You can visit the Reverse Trick-or-Treating Website find out more or order RTT kits (while supplies last). You can also pick up free Reverse Trick-or-Treating supplies or purchase Fair Trade Halloween candy at the EEE throughout the month!

October EEE E-mail Coupon!

Start the school year off right with $2.00 off a stylish and sustainable new EEE Water Bottle or Cold Drink Cup.

Offer valid only at Equal Exchange Espresso, 1400 NW 56th St., Seattle, WA 98107. While supplies last. Expires 10/31/2011.

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About Us

Equal Exchange Espresso Bar, located at the south entrance of Ballard Market, was voted "Best of Ballard" by Ballard News-Tribune readers! Our goal is to provide delicious drinks and great service to the Ballard community while advancing Equal Exchange's mission to support Fair Trade, environmental stewardship, and cooperatives. We keep these principles in mind with every purchasing decision, from our organic milk and half & half to fairly traded chai and chocolate sauce, from our compostable (or reusable!) cups to ethically-sourced hats and hoodies. To thank you for your support, we offer daily specials, loyalty and prepaid programs, and great deals every month on Equal Exchange products.

Hope to see you soon!

Equal Exchange Espresso Bar @ Ballard Market
206.783.4955
eeeballard@equalexchange.coop
www.equalexchangeespresso.com

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