LAKEWOOD, CO - Natural Grocers, well-known for its organic-forward format, has taken further steps to dominate the market on its home turf. The Colorado-based retailer will soon open its fortieth store in the state in Pagosa Springs on December 18, securing even more of the Colorado market.

The grocer represents a growing movement towards healthier eating, and offers its shoppers 100-percent organic produce; GMO-free pre-packaged bulk products; and groceries with no artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives. Natural Grocers is dedicated to providing consumers with affordable, high-quality foods and nutrition knowledge to support their own health, a press release states.

The opening of the new store will feature several activities, sweepstakes, and more to welcome the local community to its new retail option. Throughout the opening celebrations, the retailer will host a Grocery Giveaway Sweepstakes to select nine lucky winners who will win free groceries in the form of Natural Grocers gift cards ranging in value from $10 to $100 dollars each week for six months. Even those who don’t win the top prize have a chance to walk away with some serious swag, including a free gift bag containing a breakfast recipe with all the necessary ingredients and a Natural Grocers kitchen set with an oven mitt and utensils—but only the first 100 customers are eligible.

Other opening day activities include:

• Rise and Shine, It’s Muffin Time! - a gluten-free muffin sampling
• Ice Cream Social - includes dairy-free ice cream options
• Vendor demonstrations - will take place all day throughout the new store
• {N}Power®, Natural Grocers' rewards program - customers who register for the rewards program will receive a $2-off coupon to use when shopping

With Natural Grocers establishing such a strong presence in Colorado, will it now focus its attention on other regions? AndNowUKnow will keep you updated.

Natural Grocers