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SUMMARY:Story-Time at the Co-Op!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/story-time-at-the-co-op/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Kids,New!,Tasting
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SUMMARY:Storytime with Local Author Kypriana Daniels!
DESCRIPTION:The Earth Folk Tales are written for the expanding community of children and families who are reconnecting to nature’s wisdom and finding value in Earth-based knowledge and skills such as foraging\, wildcrafting and outdoor survival. \nThrough an enchanting fairytale-like story\, Autumn Forage introduces the reader to key aspects of foraging such as\n-embodying respect and gratitude for the plants\, mushrooms\, trees\, insects and animals we encounter on our foraging expeditions\n-reciprocity in our foraging\n-awareness of the interconnectedness of trees\, fungi and herbaceous plants\n-a gentle introduction to taxonomy in the glossary at the back of the book\n-safety practices such as only foraging with a knowledgeable adult \nWe hope to see you and your littles there! \n 
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/storytime-with-local-author-kypriana-daniels/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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SUMMARY:A Children's Taste of African Heritage[FREE]
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging introduction to A Children’s Taste of African Heritage (ACTOAH)\, a program by Oldways designed to celebrate and promote healthy eating through the rich flavors of African heritage foods. This class highlights how culturally-appropriate\, plant-based meals—featuring ingredients like leafy greens\, tubers\, and okra—can support good nutrition. Participants will explore delicious\, budget-friendly recipes and receive A Children’s Taste of African Heritage Student Handbook along with access to additional online lessons. Plus\, kids will have the opportunity to tour the store\, learning how to identify nutritious foods and make healthy choices while grocery shopping. For a wealth of healthy eating information visit oldwayspt.org \nTasha Manigo-Bizzell is a licensed dietician\, nutritionist\, certified nutrition specialist\, and owner of Muse Wellness. \nThis workshop is suitable for ages 8 and up.
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/a-childrens-taste-of-african-heritage/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking,Cultural,Health & Wellness,Kids,New!,Store Tour,Tasting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T143000
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SUMMARY:A Children’s Taste of African Heritage[FREE]
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging introduction to A Children’s Taste of African Heritage (ACTOAH)\, a program by Oldways designed to celebrate and promote healthy eating through the rich flavors of African heritage foods. This class highlights how culturally-appropriate\, plant-based meals—can support good nutrition. Participants will explore delicious\, budget-friendly recipes and receive a Children’s Taste of African Heritage Student Handbook along with access to additional online lessons. Plus\, kids will have the opportunity to tour the store\, learning how to identify nutritious foods and make healthy choices while grocery shopping. For a wealth of healthy eating information visit oldwayspt.org This workshop is suitable for ages 8 and up. \nTasha Manigo-Bizzell is a licensed dietician\, nutritionist\, certified nutrition specialist\, and owner of Muse Wellness. \nThis is a free community offering with limited capacity\, if you have RSVP’d but are unable to attend\, kindly email arobinson@commonmarket.coop to allow us to offer your spot to another participant.
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/a-childrens-taste-of-african-heritagefree/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking,Cultural,Kids,Tasting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T180000
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SUMMARY:Art Time with Mr. T!!!
DESCRIPTION: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 tasting them\, too! The activity will wrap up with a show-and-tell for the group and parents. Come join us and create deliciously inspired works of art! \nTaurean Washington is a professional visual artist living in Frederick\, Maryland. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Studio Art from Hood College. In addition to teaching and running art programs\, he is an exhibiting visual artist in the DC/MD/VA region with both solo and group shows. In addition\, he is an author and comic book artist with his books in local bookstores such as Curious Iguana. As a 10 plus year long Child Care Professional\, he believes art is a vehicle to encourage children to find their voice and be confident in who they are as a person. \nOpen to ages 5 – 14.
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/art-time-with-mr-t/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Building,Kids,New!,Tasting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T163000
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SUMMARY:Art Time with Mr. T!!!
DESCRIPTION:Young artists will explore their creativity through hands-on projects based on engaging prompts—all while enjoying tasty\, healthy snacks! \nThis 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. \nTo complete the book\, we’ll need a little help from parents to create an “About Me” section for each young artist. \nPublished copies will be ready by the November session—don’t miss it! \nPlease sign up for both October and November to receive your child’s group-published comic book. \nOpen to ages 5 – 14.
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/art-time-with-mr-t-copy/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Building,Kids,New!,Tasting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T113000
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SUMMARY:Mini Changemakers! [5-Week Program] (Ages 3-5)
DESCRIPTION:Mini Changemakers is an interactive child & caregiver class that sparks kids’ natural desire to contribute\, through stories\, songs\, and hands-on service activities that actually support local non-profits. Each week\, the class will explore a new theme with age-appropriate projects and play that help preschoolers understand what it means to give back. \nJoin Mini Changemakers for a free 5-week series this November for kids ages 3-5\, as we explore ways to serve our neighbors\, nature\, animals and the community. \nAdvance registration is required and space is limited\, so sign up today! Registration is for the full 5-week series (11/4\, 11/11\, 11/18\, 11/25\, 12/3) from 10:30-11:30 a.m. \nParents/caregivers are required to stay with their children for this class\, and drop-off is not permitted. We consider caregiver participation a core part of Mini Changemakers – we know our littlest community members can make a difference with the guidance and encouragement of their loved ones. \nSign up here by November 1 (no drop-ins) –> RSVP \nAbout Mini Changemakers \nCreated by two Frederick moms\, Mini Changemakers is a passion project born from our desire to foster a love of service in our own young kids. We believe our littlest community members when they say\, “I can do it!” With a little guidance and encouragement\, children can make a positive change in our society. \nOur mission is to empower children and their families to serve the community in meaningful ways\, together. We hope that Mini Changemakers becomes an integral part of the community both for the organizations we support and for families who hope to make our world a better place.
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/mini-changemakers-ages-3-5/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T140000
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SUMMARY:Mini-Change Makers - MLK Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to celebrate MLK Day of Service with Mini Changemakers on Monday\, January 19 from 1-2 p.m. at the 7th Street Common Market. We’ll be serving our neighbors who live in local assisted living homes by making Valentine’s Day crafts and cards to brighten their winter months. \nOur crafts are geared toward kids ages 3 through elementary school\, but the whole family is welcome. Caregivers are required to stay with their children during this event. Stop by anytime between 1-2 p.m. to participate. \nWe would appreciate your RSVP here to ensure we have supplies for everyone. \nAs Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. said\, “Everybody can be great because anybody can serve.” MLK Day is the only federal holiday that is a day of service\, a day ON rather than a day OFF. \nWe would love to honor Dr. King’s legacy of service with your family as we teach our youngest community members that they can make a difference for others. Feel free to invite anyone you think may be interested\, and please reach out with any questions.
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/mini-change-makers-mlk-day-of-service/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T110000
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SUMMARY:Family Yoga at Route 85!
DESCRIPTION:All-Levels Yoga\nFamilies & kids welcome \nRegistration required\nDonations directly support programs for youth and families. When you register\, you’re joining a social-emotional learning community dedicated to supporting kids\, families\, and the wider community. \nCome move\, breathe\, and connect together. \nLooking for more classes\, tools\, and social-emotional resources? Visit our website to learn more. \nRegister to join us.
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/family-yoga-at-route-85/2026-02-05/
LOCATION:Common Market – Route 85\, 5728 Buckeystown Pike\, Unit B1\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Health & Wellness,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T160000
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SUMMARY:Kids Kombucha Camp!
DESCRIPTION: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. \nParents are required to be present with their children for the duration of the class. \nLiz Dodson a.k.a The Kombucha Lady is a professional brew master based in Northern Frederick County. She has been making kombucha for 10 years\, and since 2016 she has been producing kombucha commercially. She lives on her small farm in Rocky Ridge\, MD where she grows many herbs and small fruits that are used in the Kombucha Lady brews. Liz specializes in hand-crafted\, micro-brewed kombucha—just about as local as you can get! \nDear Parent\, \nJust a few things to know before signing up for the Kids Kombucha Camp from the Kombucha Lady: \n\nOur kombucha is low in sugar and passes Health Dept regs\, yet-Kombucha is a fermented drink and does contain trace amounts of alcohol.  \nWe will be making rootbeer kombucha floats in this class with non-dairy ice cream\, but this will contain sugar. The brew for the “rootbeer” kombucha is made with Tulsi and Rooibos teas and does not contain caffeine.\n\nYou can also email me with questions @ jeffandlizdodson@gmail.com \nI love teaching and I love kids\, \nLiz Dodson \nThe Kombucha lady and Gramma to 6 kombucha drinking grandkiddos \n 
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/kids-kombucha-camp/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beverages,Kids,Tasting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T150000
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SUMMARY:Hands-On Day at House in the Woods Farm
DESCRIPTION:Visit House in the Woods Farm and get your hands in the dirt! We will start with a brief tour and get you busy with a farm task. Try your hand at planting or just come and observe how we grow our organic produce. The best way to appreciate how food is grown is to try it yourself!!! \nHouse in the Woods Farm inspires people to explore the farm and connect to the land\, food and community through farm memberships\, farm-to-table experiences and harvest events. Lend a hand to plant and harvest produce and experience the delight of eating what you grow. \nIf you loved getting your hands in the dirt and want to get more involved check out House in the Woods work share opportunity. Help on the farm\, 4 hours per week\, ideally on Wednesday or Friday mornings in exchange to receive weekly vegetables\, hands-on farm education\, and some garden ZEN.  Help plant the garden\, harvest the crops\, and prepare the farm for the season! For more information contact Ilene at 301-461-6575 or ilene@houseinthewoods.com
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/hands-on-day-at-house-in-the-woods-farm/
LOCATION:House in the Woods Farm\, 2225 Park Mills Rd\, Adamstown\, MD\, 21710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Environmental,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T103000
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SUMMARY:The Mini Changemakers Class for Preschoolers [6 week program]
DESCRIPTION:Young children have big hearts. They want to help others\, and they want to know that they can make a difference! The Mini Changemakers Class is an interactive child & caregiver class that sparks kids’ natural desire to contribute\, combining stories and play with hands-on volunteering activities that actually support local community organizations. Each week\, we’ll explore a new theme with age-appropriate projects\, stories and fun that help preschoolers understand what it means to give back. \nJoin us for our free 6-week series this spring for kids ages 3-5\, as we explore ways to serve our community and world. \nAdvance registration is required and space is limited\, so sign up today! \nKey Details \n\nRegistration is for the full 6-week series (Tuesdays 4/14\, 4/21\, 4/28\, 5/5\, 5/12\, 5/19) from 10:30-11:30 a.m.\nClass open to children ages 3-5 years only\n\n\nCaregiver participation is required (not a drop-off class)\n\n\nIncludes 2 offsite service field trips\n\nSign up here (no drop-ins) –> https://MiniChangemakersSpring2026.eventbrite.com  \nAbout Mini Changemakers \nCreated by two Frederick moms\, Mini Changemakers is a passion project born from our desire to foster a love of service in our own young kids. We believe our littlest community members when they say\, “I can do it!” With a little guidance and encouragement\, children can make a positive change in our society. \nIn addition to The Mini Changemakers class\, we offer monthly family volunteering opportunities to allow families to serve together and build community. \nTo stay in touch\, sign up for updates at https://www.minichangemakers.com/\, email us at minichangemakers@gmail.com or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/minichangemakers
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/the-mini-changemakers-class-for-preschoolers-6-week-program/
LOCATION:Common Market – 7th Street\, 927 West 7th Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T123000
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SUMMARY:Community Yoga & Wellness Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:In honor of International Yoga Day and the Summer Solstice\, we’re bringing the community together for an afternoon of movement\, mindfulness\, and fun. Join us for our free Yoga & Wellness Celebration on Saturday\, June 20th from 9am – 12pm at the Common Market Rt 85 location! Here’s what to expect: \n🧘‍♀️ Free Yoga Classes All Morning – Experience a variety of yoga styles led by local instructors who bring their unique energy and practice to the mat. \n🎨 Zen Crafting – Create a groovy peace sign mala\, paint a rock or color a mandala. \n🎪 Local Studio Tents & Wellness Partners – Stop by\, say hello\, and explore offerings from local yoga studios and wellness organizations. \n😋 Free Tasting Booths – Stroll through the store and sample some delicious\, nourishing bites. \nIt’s going to be a beautiful\, high-vibe celebration of community and well-being. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌿✨
URL:https://www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/community-yoga-wellness-celebration/
LOCATION:Common Market – Route 85\, 5728 Buckeystown Pike\, Unit B1\, Frederick\, MD\, 21704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Building,Health & Wellness,Kids,New!,Tasting
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