There is an AWESOME Neighborhood CO-OP in Carbondale.  They purchased $71,000 worth of goods from LOCAL farmers in 2007, and they have bigger plans for 2008.  They sell a plethora of organic goods and lots of supplies (nutritional, educational, and otherwise) for those of us who have choosen a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle.  Co-Op shoppers are rewarded with charity monies (wooden nickels) when they bring their re-usable grocery bags.  The Co-Op encourages active community participation with regular events open to everyone, and every shopper is invited to become an owner by the friendly and knowledgeable staff.