Common Market

Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony: A Cultural & Sensory Experience
2026-05-02 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Common Market – Route 85, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Experience the Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, a traditional cultural ritual centered on hospitality, aroma, and community. Participants will learn about the origins of coffee in Ethiopia while observing the traditional roasting and brewing process from green beans to the final pour. The ceremony invites mindful presence through sight, sound, and scent, emphasizing coffee as a shared cultural experience rather than a quick beverage. Attendees will enjoy a guided tasting of freshly brewed Ethiopian coffee and leave with a deeper appreciation for coffee’s cultural roots.
She brings lived cultural knowledge of the Ethiopian coffee ceremony to community spaces through guided ritual, storytelling, and sensory tasting experiences. Elsa has hosted Ethiopian Coffee Ceremonies at cafés, community venues, festivals, and private gatherings throughout Maryland since 2024, including an ongoing quarterly collaboration with Dublin Roasters Coffee. Her work centers on honoring ancestral tradition while creating welcoming, accessible experiences for modern audiences.
Photo by: Sarah Rachael Photography

In-Store Tastings
2026-05-09 12:00 - 15:00 | Common Market – Route 85, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Join us Saturday, May 9th for our springtime in-store tasting event! Visit both store locations from 12 – 3PM to try delicious samples from every department, including Mother’s Day treats, grilling essentials, and more.

Loco-for-Local Celebration!
2026-05-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Common Market – Route 85, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Join us for Loco for Local on May 16th at our Route 85 location as we celebrate the incredible local businesses and neighbors who make our co-op thrive.
✨ Enjoy live music✨ Sample delicious bites from our amazing local vendors✨ Treat yourself to complimentary ice cream✨ Enter to win fun raffle prizes and surprise giveaways
When you shop local, you’re doing so much more than filling your basket—you’re uplifting your neighbors, fueling small businesses, and strengthening the fabric of our community. Let’s come together to celebrate the people that make our community shine. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💛

Yoga en Español: Practica, Expresión Creativa & Cacao
2026-05-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Common Market – 7th Street, 927 West 7th Street, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
A welcoming, gentle yoga experience in Spanish designed for Spanish or Bilingual speakers. We will begin with a warm introduction and simple Spanish yoga vocabulary to guide breath cues, body parts, and few key poses. Students will be invited to move through a slow, accessible practice, focused on breath, comfort, and mindful movement.
After practice, students will have time to reflect and express their sensations through writing or drawing on a piece of canvas or paper. Inviting to give experience and sensations color, shape and meaning. Students will take this art as a personal reminder of their day and practice of Yoga in Spanish.

Face the Summer with Nerve-Strengthening Herbs!
2026-05-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Common Market – 7th Street, 927 West 7th Street, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
As the world heats up, it can be hard to keep our cool. Add to that the stress of shifting schedules with school out, planning travel, tending plants and keeping up with social obligations, and you’ve got a recipe for burnout. Join Herbalist Iris Kirsch of InsideOut Wholeness as we explore the benefits of safe, gentle nervines: herbs that support our nervous systems. Leave with an individualized recipe for a calming iced herbal tea blend you can sip throughout Summer to help keep you cool, calm and collected!
Iris Kirsch, M. Ed. is a healer, educator, mother, adventurer, punk rocker and herb farmer. She has been talking to plants for 44 years and studying their healing properties for over 20. With roots in the Wise Woman Tradition and Ayurveda, Iris and her family run Warm Springs Herbal, a farm-based Apothecary in Berkeley Springs, WV where they craft healing potions from medicinal herbs they grow, offer holistic health consultations, and embrace chaos.
If you would like to attend this class but are experiencing financial hardship please email arobinson@commonmarket.coop to be added onto the roster.

Petals and Pastries at Dahlia Den and Gardens
2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Dahlia Den and Gardens, 5318 Stone Road, Frederick, 21703, United States
Only 12 spaces available for this beautiful outdoor experience 🌸
Join us for a sweet and relaxing morning at Dahlia Den and Gardens in Frederick, MD.
In this hands-on floral workshop, you’ll be guided through how to select and cut seasonal blooms, create a balanced arrangement, and care for your flowers at home, all while learning simple, approachable design principles. No prior experience is needed—this workshop is perfect for beginners and flower lovers alike.
Each guest will create their own unique mason jar bouquet thoughtfully arranged with fresh cut flowers from the garden. Attendees will also get to enjoy a delightful spread of house-made pastries and refreshing beverages provided by the Co-op, giving you time to relax, connect, and soak in the beauty of the gardens.
Reserve your spot before it fills up

Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony: A Cultural & Sensory Experience
2026-06-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Common Market – 7th Street, 927 West 7th Street, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
Experience the Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, a traditional cultural ritual centered on hospitality, aroma, and community. Participants will learn about the origins of coffee in Ethiopia while observing the traditional roasting and brewing process from green beans to the final pour. The ceremony invites mindful presence through sight, sound, and scent, emphasizing coffee as a shared cultural experience rather than a quick beverage. Attendees will enjoy a guided tasting of freshly brewed Ethiopian coffee and leave with a deeper appreciation for coffee’s cultural roots.
Elsa is Ethiopian-born and a coffee ceremony host and cultural educator based in Maryland. She brings lived cultural knowledge of the Ethiopian coffee ceremony to community spaces through guided ritual, storytelling, and sensory tasting experiences. Elsa has hosted Ethiopian Coffee Ceremonies at cafés, community venues, festivals, and private gatherings throughout Maryland since 2024, including an ongoing quarterly collaboration with Dublin Roasters Coffee. Her work centers on honoring ancestral tradition while creating welcoming, accessible experiences for modern audiences.
Photo by: Sarah Rachael Photography

Community Yoga & Wellness Celebration!
2026-06-20 09:00 - 12:30 | Common Market – Route 85, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
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:
🧘‍♀️ 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.
🎨 Zen Crafting – Create a groovy peace sign mala, paint a rock or color a mandala.
🎪 Local Studio Tents & Wellness Partners – Stop by, say hello, and explore offerings from local yoga studios and wellness organizations.
😋 Free Tasting Booths – Stroll through the store and sample some delicious, nourishing bites.
It’s going to be a beautiful, high-vibe celebration of community and well-being. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌿✨

2026 Annual Ownerfest!
2026-10-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Common Market – Route 85, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Join us for Ownerfest, our annual celebration dedicated to our incredible Owners! 🎈
At the Common Market, our Owners play a pivotal role, and we’re thrilled to honor them each year. Ownerfest is your chance to experience the excitement firsthand! This family-friendly event is open to everyone, offering a fantastic opportunity for those interested in ownership to learn more.
🍽️ Indulge in a delicious meal prepared by our talented cafe staff
🍰 Sample tasty treats from our amazing local vendors
🎶 Enjoy live music entertainment
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Engage in fun activities for kids
🎁 Don’t miss out on exciting giveaways and more surprises
Come join the festivities and discover what being an Owner at the Common Market is all about. See you there! 🎊
