Farmers Market Finds
May 28, 2021
Items to Fill Your Tote with this Spring
What says "spring" more than a morning of shopping at your local farmers market? Farmers markets have been around for thousands of years and for good reason. They continue to be the perfect place for people in the community to engage with each other, learn about each other's products and produce and have the opportunity to support local business. Whether you are a vendor or a shopper, you can't escape the quaint and "small-town" feel of the modern-day farmers market. Here are some favorite "farmers market finds" to look for this spring.
List of Services
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Fresh Flower BouquetList Item 1
Reward yourself for all your spring cleaning with a bouquet of fresh flowers to smell up your kitchen and add a pop of color.
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Artisan SoapsList Item 2
Artisans soaps are made with luxury ingredients. Sustainably sourced vegetable oils, butters and essential oils are common to find in these soaps. They are easy on your skin and beautiful to look at.
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Farm-Fresh EggsList Item 3
Everything about a farm fresh egg is more appealing than store bought eggs. Not only do they look better, the taste cannot be beat.
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Gourmet Dog BiscuitsList Item 4
Keep an eye open for homemade dog treats. Tails will be wagging when you get home.

As we move into the second quarter of another exciting year, I want to take a moment to reflect on our accomplishments and share some of the new initiatives we are implementing in the realms of sales, marketing and community engagement. Over the past year, GBU Life has reached significant milestones thanks to the dedication and hard work of our team and the trust and support of our members. Our sales department has exceeded targets, and we have expanded our reach to more communities than ever before. We have launched several successful marketing campaigns that have not only increased our visibility but have also strengthened our brand's presence in the industry. For this year, our focus will be educating potential new members on the importance of securing their financial futures through life insurance and annuity products while serving their communities as part of our great Society. Looking ahead, we are committed to enhancing our sales strategies to better serve you. We are introducing some tools for our agents to enhance our products. One new tool is our Defined Benefit Annuity program which combines the Future Flex Fixed Index Annuity (FIA) with a software tool that can help determine retirement savings needs and break them down into contributions over time to help you meet your retirement goals. Be sure to keep in touch with your GBU agent to review your plans and products to see how adding an FIA to your retirement planning can help boost your savings efforts

GBU members between the ages of three and nine years old can enter their colored page in this year's contest, which is themed Pawprints on My Heart. Three age categories will be judged as follows: Category I: Ages three and four Category II: Ages five and six Category III: Ages seven, eight and nine Entrants may use crayons, colored pencils, markers or watercolor paints. Entries will be accepted through Monday, August 18, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST. The picture on the next page can be reproduced, or copies can be obtained by calling the Community Engagement Team at the GBU Home Office (800-765-4428) or by printing the image above. Cash Prizes for Each Category First prize: $75 Second prize: $50 Third prize: $30 How to Enter Send the three- to nine-year-old GBU member's coloring contest entry with their name and address on the colored page to: GBU Life ATTN: Member Benefits 4254 Saw Mill Run Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15227-3394. Or email contest@gbu.org with "Coloring Contest Entry” as the subject line. General Information Judges reserve the right to accept or reject any or all entries. Their decisions will be final. Artwork will be handled at the GBU Home Office with the utmost care. GBU reserves the right to reproduce entries for whatever use it wishes, provided proper credit is given. Permission does not include the sale of such work.

Graduating from college is an exciting milestone, but it’s also the perfect time to focus on your financial future. Building on the foundation you’ve already laid the groundwork for with smart money choices will set you up for long-term success. Here are a few key financial products to consider as you take the next step.