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Join us at the co-op for our Seasonal Summer Salads class and discover how to create vibrant, fresh salads using the best locally grown produce and garden-fresh herbs! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to combine seasonal ingredients into simple yet delicious salads. You will also walk away knowing how to make flavorful dressings […]
Learn how to make healthier beverage choices and uncover the hidden sugar content that could be affecting your wellness goals. Create your own spa water and explore low cost alternates to sports drinks, smoothies and sodas. Joi Foss Vogin is a Family and Consumer Sciences Agent with the University of Maryland Extension in Frederick County, […]
Looking to learn new ways to make healthy and delicious snacks and desserts? Want to try out a blood sugar friendly food demo? Come join Cara Dodson, founder of Cara Dodson Wellness, for a tasty cooking endeavor! You’ll learn the secret tips and tricks in how to support your blood sugar using food while eating […]
Youth joining Mr. T for Art Time will begin by exploring the produce section of the store, where they’ll work together to select three different fruits. Inspired by their picks, our young artists will then create expressive masterpieces incorporating all three fruits. As they paint, they’ll learn fun facts about their chosen fruits and enjoy […]
Join us as we celebrate 5 amazing years at our 7th St. location! We’re so grateful for our amazing customers who’ve made this journey possible. To say thank you, we’re serving up delicious demos and free samples you won’t want to miss. 🎉Come celebrate with us — this milestone is yours, too! 🥳
Young artists will explore their creativity through hands-on projects based on engaging prompts—all while enjoying tasty, healthy snacks! This October, your child will become the author and illustrator of their very own superhero comic book! Together, the group will create and publish a collaborative comic, with each child contributing their own superhero story. To complete […]
This workshop has been cancelled, potential reschedule is in progress.
Save the date—November 8th! Stop by our Rt. 85 Store between 12–3 PM for a delicious taste test our homemade holiday sides and desserts. Sample the goods and get your favorites pre-ordered in time for the holidays!
Looking for a natural way to support your immune system during cold and flu season? Elderberries have long been prized in folk medicine for their antiviral and immune-boosting properties. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make elderberry syrup from scratch using dried or frozen elderberries, warming spices like cinnamon and cloves, and the […]
Save the date—November 15th! Stop by our 7th St. Store between 12–3 PM for a delicious taste test our homemade holiday sides and desserts. Sample the goods and get your favorites pre-ordered in time for the holidays!
Learn best practices for safe use of dietary supplements as part of your self-care routine. We will explore different types of supplements and enjoy a tasting of seasonal herbal tea blends. Joi Foss Vogin is a Family and Consumer Sciences Agent with the University of Maryland Extension in Frederick County, MD. She is a licensed […]
Looking for a natural way to support your immune system during cold and flu season? Elderberries have long been prized in folk medicine for their antiviral and immune-boosting properties. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make elderberry syrup from scratch using dried or frozen elderberries, warming spices like cinnamon and cloves, and the […]
Fermented foods are rich in probiotics, enzymes, and beneficial bacteria that support digestive health and overall wellness. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to ferment cabbage into traditional sauerkraut and spicy Korean-inspired kimchi using seasonal, locally grown vegetables. We'll walk through the fundamentals of lacto-fermentation, the cultural traditions behind these recipes, and how to […]
Join Education Coordinator Amanda Robinson for a delicious and decadent demo! Discover how simple and satisfying plant-based baking can be. In this demo, you’ll learn to make a cashew and coconut based dairy-free cheesecake using wholesome ingredients found at the Co-op. Taste a generous sample, take home the recipe, and get inspired to create your […]
Stop by either of our locations for a live mocktail demos from our favorite vendors, try some of our favorite non-alcoholic drinks, then shop the areas largest selection! Whether you’re practicing Dry January or just looking to try some tasty beverages, it’s the perfect way to kick off 2026.
In this workshop your kids will learn kombucha making basics, some interesting history about kombucha, and the science behind fermentation. They will also learn why kombucha is a healthy alternative to juice or soda in a fun and hands-on way. We will make kombucha to take home and enjoy a rootbeer kombucha float in class. […]