MEMBER EXPERIENCES

LET’S DO BIG, FLAVORFUL THINGS TOGETHER.

From exclusive wine tastings to local farm tours to community volunteer opportunities, we curate fun and flavorful events for co-op members all year long. See what’s coming up!

Upcoming Member Events

Book Club, Barons by Austin Frerick
Virtual Member Event

Book Club: “Barons” by Austin Frerick

Join Sound Consumer editor Rebekah Denn and author Austin Frerick to discuss his book, Barons: Money, Power, and the Corruption of America’s Food Industry, and learn about the hidden truths behind our food systems.

Tuesday, October 22, 2024
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom

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Taste and Talk with Co-op Leadership
Virtual Member Event

Taste and Talk with Co-op Leadership

Join us to taste PCC Wines and hear from PCC CEO Krish as well as members of our Board of Trustees. You’ll have a chance to ask all your co-op questions.

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom

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Check out our other community events

From food drives to in-store sampling events, see what’s happening in our stores and the neighborhoods we serve.

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Past Member Events

Four Elements Farm
In-Person Member Event

Four Elements Farm Tour w/ WA Farmland Trust

Join us at Four Elements Farm for an hour-long tour led by the owners and members of the Washington Farmland Trust. Enjoy drinks and light bites before beginning.

Saturday, September 21, 2024 
Four Elements Farm 
14308 Military Road, E. Puyallup, WA 98374 

Becky Selengut
Virtual Member Event

Meet the Misunderstood Vegetables

Join Seattle-based chef and author Becky Selengut as she digs into her latest cookbook about the unsung heroes of the produce department.

Thursday, September 26, 2024

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Dr. Zimmerman and Dr. Dazey from Bastyr
Virtual Member Event

Managing Stress & Inflammation with Bastyr

Join us ahead of back-to-school season to hear from Dr. Claire Zimmerman and Dr. Jenn Dazey of Bastyr University. They’ll dig into homeopathic ways to manage stress and inflammation.

Thursday, August 29, 2024

Password: Bastyr2024

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Ice cream float
In-Person Member Event

Ice Cream Float Party

Join us at Ballard PCC for an end-of-summer party featuring Frankie & Jo’s vegan scoops and OLIPOP’s prebiotic sodas. Grab your free float at the bar in the seating area, then head to the rooftop to meet the makers, play games and more.

Saturday, August 24, 2024
Ballard PCC

Ballard locks
In-Person Member Event

Ballard Locks Tour with Long Live the Kings

Join fellow members for a guided tour of the Ballard Locks. We’ll be joined by experts from Long Live the Kings as we learn about local salmon habitats and conservation efforts.

Sunday, July 28, 2024

mark la pierre
Virtual Member Event

Eat Up Washington: Blueberry Season

Join us during peak blueberry season to hear from Mark LaPierre, owner of LaPierre Farms in Zillah, Washington, and PCC merchandisers. They’ll dig into the successes and challenges of farming, and the importance of eating seasonally.

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

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regenerative agriculture
Virtual Member Event

The Need for Regenerative Agriculture

Join us online as we discuss the future of regenerative agriculture with industry experts Elizabeth Whitlow and Joe Dickson as well as PCC Sound Consumer Editor Rebekah Denn.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Password: RegAg4All!

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Hear PCC's board discuss our 2023 Co-op Purpose Report.
Virtual Member Event

PCC Board Meet & Greet

Join us online to hear from members of PCC’s Board of Trustees. They’ll discuss the 2023 Co-op Purpose Report and the impact we made collectively in 2023. The Board will also take time to answer your questions.

Tuesday, May 21, 2024  

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Hear about the state of our co-op
Virtual Member Event

PCC Annual Members’ Meeting

Join us online for the PCC Annual Members’ Meeting. We will announce the results of the 2024 PCC Board of Trustees election and Krish Srinivasan, PCC’s CEO, will share co-op highlights from 2023 and information on how members can best support our co-op moving forward. Angela Owen, our current Board chair, and other Board members will provide brief comments about their work on the Board.

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 

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Maple Valley
In-Person Member Event

Cedar Grove Facility Tour

Join us for a facility tour of Cedar Grove — a member of our co-op’s Partner Perk Program. You’ll see firsthand how the food waste becomes rich compost and can even purchase some for your home garden. This outdoor tour will involve walking the grounds, so please expect mud and dress for the weather.

Wednesday, May 8, 2024
17825 Cedar Grove Road,
Maple Valley, WA 98038   
Must be 18+; Limit 2 attendees per member household.

basket of cleaning products
Virtual Member Event

A New Standard in Cleaning Products

Join us online to hear about the launch of PCC’s Cleaning Product Standard. Learn about this new standard from PCC’s Quality Standards Manager Rebecca Robinson, and hear from two PCC Partners, Root & Splendor and Meliora. With a commitment to making cleaning products differently, these companies will share the inspiration behind their brand, their commitment to sustainability and their journey to developing products that prioritize people and the planet.

Thursday, April 11, 2024

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Viva Farms
Virtual Member Event

Protecting the Future of Farming with Viva Farms

Join us online to hear from Viva Farms, a Western Washington nonprofit lowering barriers to beginner farmers by offering bilingual training in organic farming practices. Hear from Viva Farms’ staff members and have the special opportunity to listen to stories from two farmers who have gone through Viva Farms’ programs.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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DeLille Cellars
In-Person Member Event
HAPPY HOUR AT DELILLE CELLARS

Join us in Woodinville at DeLille Cellars for a PCC Member Happy Hour. Purchase a glass of your favorite DeLille Cellars wine and enjoy complimentary light bites that pair great with your sips. You’ll have access to the mezzanine, where you can get a behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking area. Plus, enter to win a selection of prizes — from PCC gift cards to accessories for your at-home cellar. The event will be on the second floor of the restaurant, accessible by elevator. Reservations are required to attend this event and space is limited.  21+, I.D. required.

Friday, March 8, 2024

Bite Me Cookies & Peak and Valley
Virtual Member Event
A Conversation on Inclusive Trade: Black History Month

Join us online to hear from two Black-owned small businesses currently participating in our co-op’s Inclusive Trade Program: Bite Me Cookies & Peak and Valley. They will be discussing the story of their businesses and how their relationship with PCC has impacted their business. We encourage you to pick up their products in advance and enjoy them during the event!

Tuesday, February 20, 2024

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Alive and Shine Yoga online class

Photo courtesy of Alive & Shine Center

Virtual Member Event
Gentle Yoga with Alive & Shine Center

Join us online for an all-levels yoga class with Alive & Shine Center — a new member of our partner program! Together, we’ll explore a series of gentle stretches followed by a short meditation to help increase flexibility, improve circulation and release tension. You’ll pick up tips for finding moments of mindfulness in every day.

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

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Person slicing mushrooms on cutting board
Virtual Member Event
PCC HOLIDAY FAVORITES

PCC staff experts have rounded up their top product picks for the holiday season! Join us to hear which items they’re most excited about and discover what’s new at the co-op this year. Get recommendations for entertaining, as well as pairing ideas for wine and beer.

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Password: PCCholiday2023

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Old Fashioned Apple Pie
Virtual Member Event
PCC RECIPES: 70 YEARS OF DELICIOUS STORIES

Go behind the scenes with Sound Consumer Editor Rebekah Denn as she takes you through 70 years of co-op recipes and stories. To celebrate our anniversary, Rebekah curated a collection of iconic PCC recipes, diving deep into the archives to locate the living legends who helped define the flavors of our co-op.

Rebekah will be joined by retired PCC Executive Chef Lynne Vea, who created PCC’s most popular online recipe: Old-Fashioned Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Apple Pie. Lynne will demo this favorite dessert and share the source of its inspiration.

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

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Washington Farmland Trust
Virtual Member Event
WASHINGTON FARMLAND TRUST

Join us online to catch up with Washington Farmland Trust. A longtime PCC partner, Washington Farmland Trust works to protect and steward threatened farmland across the state and keep land in production by making it accessible to a new generation of farmers.

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

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people in field harvesting fennel
Virtual Member Event
PCC’S IMPACT IN 2022

Join us online to hear from members of the PCC Leadership Team and Board of Trustees. They will review our 2022 Co-op Purposes Report, speak to what’s on the horizon for PCC, and answer questions from co-op members.

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

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Slicing salmon fillets.
Virtual Member Event
MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM SEAFOOD WATCH

Join us online to hear from Morgan Smith, Seafood Watch Business Engagement Manager at Monterey Bay Aquarium and PCC’s Quality Standards Manager as they discuss sustainable seafood certifications and the best choices in seafood.

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

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Wine tasting at PCC.
Virtual Member Event
PCC Branded Wine

Join us online to hear from PCC Wine Guys — Jeff Cox and Peter Boeger — along with PCC Private Label Manager Adrienne Chamberlain. They’ll share the stories behind a few of our PCC branded wines and walk you through the taste profile of each wine.

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Password: LoveWine2023!

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PCC Board of Trustees
2023 PCC Annual Member Meeting

Join us online to hear the results of the annual Board of Trustees election.

Thursday, April 20

Password: PCCAnnualMeeting2023

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Oxbow Farm field
Virtual Meet & Greet with Oxbow Farm

Join us online to hear from members of Oxbow Farm in Carnation, Washington. They’ll discuss their work around conservation and sustainability, and their ongoing partnership with PCC.

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Password: PCC+Oxbow2023

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PCC Organic Chocolate Bar
Virtual Event: New PCC Branded Products

Join us online to hear from PCC Private Label Manager Adrienne Chamberlain, who will talk about the newest PCC branded products made in collaboration with Hollingsworth Hemp Company, Vitality Works and Tortillas Con Madre. You’ll also hear from members of PCC’s Leadership Team and Board of Trustees.

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

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Jodi Hall of Wunderground Coffee
Virtual Event with Wunderground Coffee

Join us online to hear from Jody Hall, founder of Seattle-based Wunderground Coffee. She’ll share her passion for mushrooms and discuss how they transform coffee into a wellness drink. Find Wunderground beans in the coffee aisle or enjoy their products at 11 of our in-store cafés.

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Password: Wunderground+PCC22

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Nowhere but the Northwest
Virtual Meet & Greet with Local Producers

Join us online to hear from members of the PCC Board of Trustees and leadership team. In celebration of all things local, we’ll have a meet and greet with two of our Bellingham-based partners, Tony’s Coffee and K’UL Chocolate.

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Password: Blackolive*59

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Salmon swimming upstream
Virtual Discussion on Salmon Recovery

Join us online for a discussion with Salmon Safe, Long Live the Kings and members of PCC’s Purpose team on salmon recovery and initiatives. Plus, you’ll hear from PCC’s Beer & Wine Merchandiser about some of the products sold at PCC that support salmon preservation.

Thursday, June 23, 2022

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