The Merc Bylaws

The Merc Bylaws are the rules by which our Board of Directors governs. They address such issues as how one becomes a member-owner of The Merc, the structure of the Board of Directors, and owner meetings. They do not address matters of daily store operations. Click here to download a copy of The Merc's Bylaws.

The Merc Board of Directors
The Merc Board is comprised of seven co-op owners. We are elected by the general ownership and serve a three-year term. Any Merc owner can run for a board position and anyone interested is encouraged to get involved with our dynamic board. We meet monthly, in the evening. Click The Merc Board Overview page on the left to learn more or browse through their latest posts below see their meeting notes and what the board is working on. Contact the board any time at board@themerc.coop

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Stop by The Merc's Deli counter for made-to-order sandwiches (hot and cold),salads, soups and fresh smoothies, coffee or espresso drinks.

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M-F
11a-2p
4-8p Sat 11a-8p
Sun Bunch 9a-1p
Lunch/Dinner 1-7p

Today

05/25

Hot Bar Grilling Extravaganza!

Merc-Made Chicken & Basil Sausage
Merc-Made Sweet Italian Pork Sausage
Merc-Made Beef Bratwurst
Field Roast Veggie Frankfurters
Grilled Local Asparagus Quinoa
Steamed Broccoli

Tomorrow

05/26

Sunday Brunch:

Local Tofu Scramble
Hash Brown Casserole
Scrambled Local Eggs
Turkey Sausage Patties
Mushroom Gravy
Apple Fritters
Fresh Fruit

Sunday Dinner:

Herb Grilled Chicken
Potato & Fennel Gratin
Red Beans & Rice
Herb-Roasted Potatoes
Sauteed Vegetables with White Wine

M-Sat
11a-8p Sunday
11a-7p

Today

05/25

Chicken & Artichoke
Grilled Local Asparagus

Seasonal Pizza

Our pizzas are available our scratch-made crust or a gluten-free crust, all topped with fresh ingredients - local and organic whenever possible. Every week our staff chooses two topping combinations to be our Pizzas of the Week, so check back regularly to see the options!

M-Sat
11a-8p Sunday
11a-7p

Today

05/25

Curried Red Lentil
Black Bean Poblano
Chicken Tortilla

Seasonal Soup

Look for these soups this season

Smoky Butternut Squash & Quinoa
Potato & Cheddar
White Bean & Bacon

Stop by and we will make you a sandwich made to order using our finest meats and cheeses that we also sell for you to take and make at home. Our choose one of our classic Merc Specialty Sandwiches.

Our salad bar is fresh daily with all of the fixings you'll want. We even make our own salad dressings in house.

If you are on the go or just want something easy for dinner tonight. Grab a favorite today!

Co-op Calendar events are listed below. To view all Merc events, click on the View Full Calendar link.

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May 29

Wednesday

A Picnic in Paris

7-9pm

Join Chef Paige and be transported to Paris for Le Pique-nique! We'll have the French music on and checked cloths on the tables to set the mood for a memorable evening. Paige will create and you will enjoy Zucchini & Gruyere Tartlets; Basil & Garlic Chicken; Marinated Summer Vegetable Salad; and Minted Farro with Peas & Goat Cheese. For a perfect finish you'll feast on Cherry, Chocolate & Almond Mini Cakes.

Taught by: Chef Paige Vandegrift

Location: The Merc's Community Classroom

Cost: $20.00 per person

Sorry, this class is full

May 30

Thursday

Three Dressings-Six Salads

7-9pm

Learn three simple dressings to make six salads. We'll make a Tahini Lemon Dressing to use on Greens with Broccoli, and Lightly Steamed Carrots with Chickpeas; Hollyhock Dressing made with nutritional yeast to dress a Crunchy Romaine, Arugula and Peas Salad, and a Cold Pasta Salad with Baked Tofu; a versatile Citrus Vinaigrette to top Mixed Spring Greens with Mango, and a Fresh and Light Potato Salad. To top it off we'll explore the infinite ways to top a great salad with nuts, seeds and dried fruit.

Taught by: Hilary Kass, MPH

Location: The Merc's Community Classroom

Cost: $18.00 per person

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Jun 04

Tuesday

Six Yummy Summer Smoothies

7-9pm

When the temperature heats up outside nothing goes down easier or tastes better than a cool smoothie. Why pay $5 for a sugary store bought drink when you can make your own at home? We will explore adding nutrient dense ingredients and seasonal ingredients to create six different types of smoothies that will provide nutrition and boost your brain power. Learn to make your own almond milk and coconut milk to add to your smoothies. Holistic Nutrition Coach Karen Duggan will incorporate many wellness tips into this delicious class.

Taught by: Karen Duggan

Location: The Merc's Community Classroom

Cost: $18.00 per person

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Jun 05

Wednesday

Cheeze!

7-9pm

Come experience delicious "cheeze" - not from cows but plant-based, cholesterol-free alternatives, using creative combinations of whole foods to satisfy your family and amaze your guests. We'll demonstrate how to make three different sliceable, soy-free block cheeses; "Garbanzo Gruyere," "Colby Cheeze" and "Mild White Cheeze." Then we'll transform a humble block of tofu into incredibly rich, cheddar-style "Crock Cheeze." Decadent (but super quick and easy) nachos will lead us into a sampling of ready-to-purchase cheese alternatives from the grocery section. Bon Appetite!

Taught by: JoAnn Farb

Location: The Merc's Community Classroom

Cost: $18.00 per person

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