Tune in to WOL 1450 AM, 95.9 FM and WOL Livestream on October 19, 10:30 am, ET, for Everything Co-op, hosted by Vernon Oakes. This week Vernon interviews Clarice Manning, member of the Community Engagement committee at Community Grocery Co-op (CGC). Vernon and Clarice will discuss the process of establishing a food co-op, and the role community engagement plays in the process.

Community Grocery Co-op’s purpose is to provide Washington, DC residents in Wards 7 and 8 access to healthy food and local products that are equitable, affordable and supportive of a healthy lifestyle. CGC is also passionate about providing entrepreneurial opportunities, skills training and employment to residents who desire those opportunities.