October is known for apple picking, leaf peeping, and trick-or-treating. But did you know it’s also Non-GMO Month?

Genetically engineered (GE) foods, also referred to as genetically modified organisms (GMOs), are those that are altered at the molecular level in ways that could not happen naturally. Yup, we’re talking Franken-fruits.

All 15 countries in the European Union, plus Japan, Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Russia and China require the labeling of genetically engineered foods. But not the USA.

Even more troubling is that, according to the Congressional Research Service, an estimated 60% to 70% of processed foods available in US grocery stores likely contain some GE material. But you’d never know it from looking at the food or the label. As this video shows, we’re all dining in the dark.

But here’s the good news! We can do something about it.

Glee Gum is a proud partner of the Just Label It: We Have a Right To Know campaign, created to advocate for the labeling of GE foods. Now, with a legal petition to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) pending, here’s an easy way to tell the FDA that you have a right to know what’s in your food.

Visit JustLabelIt.org to voice your support and take action. With your help, maybe we can celebrate Non-GMO Month all year round!

Happy almost Halloweeeeeeeen, loyal gum chums!

Glee Gum is a great way to turn trick-or-treaters into natural, eco-friendly eaters (as featured recently on People.com!). So, to help you load up the pantry and make all the neighborhood kids love ya, here are a few seasonal specials!

* Organic Soul Daily Offer– only a few more days to stock up on Mini Glee Variety Packs at a HUGE discount.

* Green Halloween Promos– featuring 50% off neat items from 6 eco-minded vendors, including Glee.

* Webstore Discounts– enjoy 2 cases of Wee Glee Gum & 2 Mini Glee Variety Packs for just $22, plus free shipping for orders of $50 or more.

In other news, here’s what I’m gonna be for Halloween:

What about you, gum chews?

Have you tried new Sugar-Free Glee Gum yet?

WHY NOT?

Well, here’s a swell, 50-cents-off coupon for you to take to your local store.

Click here for a print-able version. And here’s more info on where to find Sugar-Free Glee on store shelves!

Hope you like the gum, chums!

Hey, gum chums!

Looking for GLEE? Hey, why wouldn’t you be? Here are some ways to find it locally!

If you live in the US, check out our online store locator. We update this as often as we can! The latest news is that our new Sugar-Free Glee Gum was recently approved at Cost Plus World Markets nationwide, at many of the Weis Markets in PA, MD, and NY, and at Whole Foods Markets in AL, AZ, CA, CT, DC, GA, HI, KY, MA, MD, ME, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, and VA. Can I hear a WOO HOO? (Thank you!)

If you live in Canada, try our Canadian store locator. We also offer a list of Canadian webstores to help you save on shipping.

If you want your local grocery store to carry Glee, please feel free to print and bring this letter to the manager.

AND, if you live outside the US and Canada, please check our list of international suppliers. If no luck there, you can always order from our webstore! Additional shipping charges apply.

Lastly, to learn about coupons and promotions, be sure to sign up for our newsletter.

Thanks, candy comrades! Your support makes this a Glee-ful world indeed. Even on a Monday.

Here at Glee Gum, we love to celebrate. New gum flavors, old gum flavors, birthdays, holidays, Fridays– there’s always a worthy cause! This year, we’re excited to incorporate more eco-friendly ideas into our festivities.

Our pals Lynn Colwell and Corey Colwell-Lipson of Celebrate Green have lots of great tips. This nifty mother and daughter duo are the co-authors of Celebrate Green! Creating Eco-Savvy Holidays, Celebrations and Traditions for the Whole Family, available at www.CelebrateGreen.net.

Here are some of their suggestions:

* If you are giving gifts, make them earth-friendly. Potted plants make great centerpieces and can be given away.

* Provide drinks in pitchers, punch bowls or glass bottles. Avoid disposable cups and plates.

* Have your party early enough in the day so that lights are not necessary. If you use decorative lighting, ensure that it is LED or solar.

* Serve filtered tap water. It’s so easy to hit one of the big box stores and pick up cartons of water if you’re hosting a picnic or barbecue, but you can save money and the planet when you choose to drink and serve filtered tap water instead.

* If you have leftovers, compost, send home with guests or donate if you can. Unopened bags, boxes and cans can be taken to a local food bank.

* Consider having your party or celebration benefit a local cause. Invite guests to bring books for local book drives, coats for a coat drive, school supplies or whatever else your local community needs.

* Clean up with eco-friendly products and be sure to place recycling bins where guests will use them.

Thanks for the suggestions, ladies! As a mascot, I am contractually obligated to mention that Glee Gum also makes a swell party favor. Wee Glee is big fun at baby showers, and Mini Glee Gum makes wedding guests grin.

So, what are you waiting for? Let’s party!