Nov 25 2008
Three Rivers Market
The Three Rivers Market, formerly the Knoxville Co-Op, is the place in Knoxville to go for eco-friendly food to nourish your body. The Three Rivers Market is a is locally owned. It is organized as a co-operative with Fair Share Owners which means that you can become an owner in the co-operative with a $25 investment which gets you one share. If you want Fair Share Owner benefits, which means a 15% return on what the co-operative makes on owners’ spending, you must purchase eight shares. Anyone can shop at the Three Rivers Market.
The Three Rivers Market is not a large place but the benefits to your health and that of the community is enormous. There are several distinct areas. There is a produce area that carries mostly locally grown, organic produce. There is an emphasis on what is in season; by buying locally and in season there is reduced stress on the environment based on transportation costs. If you like buying your frequently used items in bulk, the market has got that covered. You can buy just the amount you need while reducing the packaging used for pre-measured quantities. There is also a small dry goods section and refrigerated section. The people who work at the Three Rivers Market are friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. If you are looking for that healthy alternative to the chain grocery stores, even the “green” marketed ones, you should really give the Three Rivers Market a try.
The Three Rivers Market is open daily from 9:00 Am - 9:00 PM.
They can be contacted by phone at (865) 525-2069.
Click HERE to visit their website.
