Activities
The vast majority of pre-packed food the Co-op sells is organic and particular emphasis is placed on Fair Trade and environmentally-friendly produce. On Saturdays, stallholders extend the range to include organic vegetables and fruits, organic cheeses, eggs and dairy, organic wine, baked goods, organic clothing, books and other non-foods. The co-op offers extra opening on Thursdays, with some fresh fruit and vegetables available, and on market Sundays (pre-packed goods only).
At the time of its April 2011 Annual General Meeting, the Co-op had a membership of approximately 840. Members receive a 5% discount on purchases, which increases to 15% if they also volunteer on a rota system to assist with tasks such as shelf stacking.
Since securing its own permanent space and making it available for hire, the Co-op has become home to regular events including the monthly Dublin Flea Market, Fusion Market and Newmarket Brocante, plus the annual Independents Day.
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