Common Market

Meet the Candidates
2019-09-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Common Market – Route 85, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Meet your Board Candidates on Wednesday, September 4th from 7-8pm! We also have one scheduled for Saturday, September 7th from 2-3pm. We hope you can join us and also enjoy some light refreshments while talking to the folks who want to lead your Co-op.
Click here to preview all 9 candidates running for this year’s Board of Directors Election.
To help assist you with voting, we wanted to include a direct link to the voting site!
Click here for direct link to voting site.
Your Voice. Your Vote. Your Co-op!

Adaptogens: Helping Your Body Deal with Stress
2019-08-24 13:00 - 15:00
Eight in ten people suffer from the adverse effects of stress. Join us to learn how to identify stressors and their symptoms. Most importantly, learn how to help your body deal with stress. In this class, we will focus on the use of adaptogens to help support your body when dealing with stress. At the end of the workshop, you will take home a stress-busting tea blend and a recipe that will help you incorporate adaptogens into your diet.
Claire has been a practicing community herbalist for over ten years. She is an adjunct professor at Hood College where she teaches environmental science and sustainability. Claire recently completed an advanced course in Herbal Constituents and Phytochemistry taught by Lisa Ganora (RH).
Rachel has been a practicing community herbalist for over nine years. She is currently enrolled in the Clinical Herbalism program taught by David Winston (RH). Rachel loves teaching about holistic health.

Hands-on Kimchi Making [CLASS CANCELLED]
2019-08-21 18:00 - 20:00
Calling all kimchi lovers. Come learn how make fresh kimchi from scratch with customizable flavors to your liking. You will be provided with the freshest ingredients, compliments of the Common Market. All you need to bring to the class is 1 wide-mouth, quart jar. Your personalized recipe can be tailored to suit all tastes and dietary restrictions. Space is limited, sign up today!
Rachel Armistead is the owner of Sweet Farm Sauerkraut, a local fermented foods company that sells a variety of naturally fermented, probiotic krauts, relishes and pickles. She also loves helping people learn how to make fermented veggies at home for themselves. Through kraut sales and workshops, Rachel hopes to once again make fermentation part of our common food

Backyard Beekeeping
2019-08-17 10:00 - 11:00
Backyard Beekeeping is growing in popularity. Learn the ins and outs of “the bee year,” the role of the beekeeper, environmental challenges, and the uses for bee products (honey, wax, propelis, and royal jelly).
Karen Henderson has been a backyard beekeeper for 6 years. She is the co-owner of Glass Bee Apiary, and a co-owner of Three Sisters, LLC’s line of Bee’s Balm beeswax-related cosmetic and household products.

The Common Market Board of Directors Election, 2019
2019-08-16 00:00 - 2019-09-12 23:59
You already know that you straight-up own the Frederick County Consumers Cooperative, doing business as The Common Market. Well, this is the time of year when you get to exercise one of the rights of Ownership: voting! We are trying to save a tree or two, and will be using electronic voting this time around. Please look for an email from Survey & Ballot Systems on August 16th and read all the candidates’ statements, take some time to hammer out your preferences, and click to vote.

Click here to preview all 9 candidates running for this year’s Board of Directors Election.

We would love to hear your thoughts on electronic voting in general and this ballot in particular. And if you need assistance or accommodation, don’t hesitate to call or stop by the Co-op Customer Service Desk at the store. We want everyone to be able to vote, and will go the extra mile to make it work for all. Please look for an email after the election requesting your feedback on your experience.

Thanks for participating in the life of your co-op!

Yours in cooperation,
The Common Market Board of Directors
Megan Schneebaum, Annie Marshall, Stephanie Walker, Evan Rosenberg, Sibylle Mangum, David Cloutier,
Lisa Williams, John Beutler

Hands-On Pickle Making [CANCELLED]
2019-08-14 18:00 - 20:00
Pickles are a refreshing and healthy summer treat, in addition to an easy and fun ferment to make at home. This class will cover the basics of fermentation, brining, and pickling with recipe variations and troubleshooting techniques. Attendees will leave a quart of pickles to ferment at home, as well as a packet of information to aid in further home fermentation experiments.
Along with her husband, Luke, Rachel Armistead is co-owner of Sweet Farm Sauerkraut, a Frederick-based fermented foods company that uses traditional fermentation methods to produce fresh, tangy, and probiotic ‘krauts from organic vegetables, sea salt, and spices.
Participants must bring a quart-sized Mason jar and lid to the class. Additional jars and other fermentation equipment will be available for purchase.

Medicinal Mocktails
2019-08-10 13:00 - 14:30
Join Dr. Cristine Ehly as she describes and demonstrates how to make non-alcoholic versions of some of your favorite Summer Cocktails with a medicinal twist! We’ll talk about the medicinal functions of each herb and teach you how to make herbal simple syrup to craft your own creations at home.
Dr. Cristine Ehly graduated from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, where she developed a strong background in nutrition, botanical medicine, and homeopathy. Rounding out her core education, she also received training in craniosacral therapy, advanced hydrotherapy and traditional Mayan medicine.

Recycling: the Basics and Beyond! [FREE]
2019-08-03 13:00 - 15:00
Sure, recycling conserves natural resources and is part of a green economy…but how does it really work? Learn how what you do at home is part of a global industry.
This crash course, led by staff of the County Office of Recycling, will cover how to recycle effectively, what can be recycled in Frederick County, and describe the impact that “wish-cycling” of non-recyclable materials has on the program.
Participants may bring in packaging or material samples they have questions about.
This is a FREE event, RSVP requested

Do-It-Yourself: Aromatherapy Shower Oasis [CANCELLED]
2019-07-27 13:00 - 15:00
No time for a bath, but still want to create relaxing and therapeutic spa experience in your shower? Join us for a fun and simple do-it-yourself aromatherapy project in the Community Room! Participants will learn about the benefits of essential oils and other ingredients used to craft your own shower gel, shower steamers, foaming shaving cream, and after shower oil. Each guest will take home their handmade creations for personal use and enjoyment.
Kim Haden is a full time educator. She has furthered her interests in natural remedies and holistic healing methods by participation in Natural Holistic Remedies, Essential Oils, and Beauty and Home Care Certification courses. Her vision is to help others bring balance to their lives by providing creative learning opportunities for others in a relaxed environment.

Cooking with a Nutritionalist: Whole 30 [RESCHEDULED TO 10/19]
2019-07-20 13:00 - 15:00
Do you want to learn how to do Whole 30 right? From breakfast and dinner to desserts and snacks, local Nutritionist Cheryle McKee will teach you how to make your Whole 30 lifestyle simple and delicious.
Cheryle McKee, MS, CNS, LDN is the Founder and President of Nourishing Abundance, LLC. As a practicing nutritionist in Frederick, MD, Cheryle helps busy people eat well and feel their best.

Board Information Session
2019-07-10 18:00 - 19:00
Interested in running on the Board of Directors? Come to this information session* to learn all about what it means to be on the Board and how you qualify. Light refreshments will be provided.
*All individuals interested in running must attend at least one information session.
Visit the Board Candidate Info page for more information.

Board Information Session
2019-06-29 10:00 - 11:00
Want to make your voice heard in your local co-op and make a difference in your community? Joining the Board of Directors is a great way to do it! Come to this information session* to learn all about what it means to be on the Board and how you qualify. Light refreshments will be provided.
*All individuals interested in running must attend at least one information session.
Visit the Board Candidate Info page for more information.

Hands-on Sauerkraut Making
2019-06-26 18:00 - 20:00
You’ve asked for it; now here it is! Join Rachel Armistead of The Sweet Farm as she demonstrates how to make raw, probiotic sauerkraut, step-by-step. Participants will learn about the basic history and benefits of fermentation, and then will chop, salt, and mix their very own batches of kraut to take home. Space is limited, sign up today!
Along with her husband, Luke, Rachel Armistead is co-owner of Sweet Farm Sauerkraut, a Frederick-based fermented foods company that uses traditional fermentation methods to produce fresh, tangy, and probiotic ‘krauts from organic vegetables, sea salt, and spices.
Participants must bring a quart-sized Mason jar and lid to the class. Additional jars and other fermentation equipment will be available for purchase.

Gin Making 101: Botanicals and Flavors [CANCELLED]
2019-06-12 18:00 - 20:00
Back by popular demand!
Students will learn about the history and production process of making gin at the historic McClintock Distilling production facility. Afterwards students will get a chance to sample and smell individual botanical and learn about taste profiles of different styles of gins. Finally, students will be able to make their own custom gin blend of botanicals to take home and make their own compound gin.
Braeden Bumpers has been working in the distilling industry for a number of years and is the head distiller for McClintock Distilling. He designed the botanical list for McClintock’s Forager gin, which won silver at the American Distilling Institute Judging and placed top 5 in the country for its category.
*Must be 21 years old or older to participate

C-Share Information Session
2019-06-08 16:00 - 17:00, 2019-06-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2019-05-25 15:00 - 16:00, 2019-05-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2019-05-18 16:00 - 17:00
Are you a Maryland owner with questions about our Capital Campaign? Stop by the Community Room for an informational session about investing in your growing co-op!
Light refreshments will be provided.

Cooking with a Nutritionist: Kickstart to Keto
2019-06-01 13:00 - 15:00
Do you want to learn how to do keto right? From breakfast and dinner to desserts and snacks, local Nutritionist Cheryle McKee will teach you how to make your keto lifestyle simple and delicious.
Cheryle McKee, MS, CNS, LDN is the Founder and President of Nourishing Abundance, LLC. As a practicing nutritionist in Frederick, MD, Cheryle helps busy people eat well and feel their best.

Medicinal Mocktails [RESCHEDULED]
2019-05-25 13:00 - 14:30
Join Dr. Cristine Ehly as she describes and demonstrates how to make non-alcoholic versions of some of your favorite Summer Cocktails with a medicinal twist! We’ll talk about the medicinal functions of each herb and teach you how to make herbal simple syrup to craft your own creations at home.
Dr. Cristine Ehly graduated from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, where she developed a strong background in nutrition, botanical medicine, and homeopathy. Rounding out her core education, she also received training in craniosacral therapy, advanced hydrotherapy and traditional Mayan medicine.
*This class has been rescheduled for August 10th
To sign up, click here

Exploring Midwifery and Nutrition [CANCELED]
2019-05-16 18:00 - 20:00
Are you considering conceiving in the next few years? Certified Professional Midwife and organic farmer, Shawna DeWitt will lead a thoughtful and informative discussion about nutrition choices to optimize your health (and your partner’s health) before conceiving. We will make and taste nutritious and convenient recipes to improve fertility and overall health.
Shawna DeWitt, has been farming organically for 15 years and is a Certified Professional Midwife. She has a passion for researching and studying nutrition as it relates to preconception, pregnancy and the postpartum period.
*This class has been canceled due to low registration

Kickstart to Keto: A Facebook Wellness Series
2019-05-12 08:00 - 2019-05-17 17:00
Join local nutritionist, Cheryle McKee on May 12th through 17th for Kickstart to Keto, a Common Market Facebook Wellness Series.

From breakfast and dinner to desserts and snacks, local Nutritionist Cheryle McKee will teach you how to make your keto lifestyle simple and delicious.

To access this online event, be sure to click that you are “going” on Common Market’s Facebook event page.

Capital Campaign Informational Session
2019-05-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2019-05-02 17:00 - 18:00
Are you a Maryland owner with questions about our Capital Campaign? Stop by the Community Room for an informational session about investing in your growing co-op!

The Art of Mindful Eating
2019-05-08 18:00 - 20:00
Mindful eating is a practice that reconnects us to the present moment, our bodies, and the bounty of nature. During this class, you will have the pleasure of rediscovering food in a deeply nourishing way while gaining insight on the concept hunger. Join us as we learn to eat chocolate and sip tea mindfully. You will leave with mindfulness practices that invite peace to every meal.
Keegan Abernathy MS; CNS, LDN is a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist who specializes in the treatment of gut-health conditions and works successfully with clients seeking weight loss, blood sugar regulation, and autoimmune

Yogamour Yoga Class
2019-05-05 08:30 - 09:30
Join us in the Common Market Community Room for a relaxing yoga class! Suggested donation is $15, 20% off for Owners. Your donation helps to raise the funds necessary to facilitate meaningful yoga and mindfulness programs for survivors of trauma, under-served and marginalized communities. Through Yogamour Outreach Lab, participants are offered the tools necessary to acquire self-regulate, balance and healing in every breath.

The Science of Kombucha Making [SOLD OUT]
2019-05-04 13:00 - 15:00
Discover the magic and science behind kombucha brewing! You’ll gain knowledge about the beneficial bacteria, yeasts and acids found in kombucha, as well as tips regarding the best teas, sugars and techniques to make your own kombucha at home. As an added bonus, you’ll get to taste The Kombucha Lady flavors and leave with everything needed to brew your own kombucha at home.
Liz Dodson a.k.a The Kombucha Lady is a professional brewmaster based in Northern Frederick County. She has been making kombucha for over 8 years, 3 of which she has been producing kombucha commercially. Liz specializes in hand-crafted, micro-brewed kombucha—just about as local as you can get!

Presto! Perfect Pesto [CANCELED]
2019-04-27 13:00 - 15:00
Go beyond basil pesto and learn how to prepare an Asian-inspired and carrot-hemp variation. Pesto is incredibly simple to make and packed with flavor. The best thing about it is that you can whip up a batch in less than 5 minutes! In this class, we’ll go over a few unique vegan and gluten-free pesto recipes bound to brighten any dish.
*Recipes may contain nut allergens
Jessica Grosman, MS, RD, LDN is a Registered Dietitian, recipe developer, and culinary nutrition educator. As the founder of With Health & Gratitude, her goal is to educate people, to get them excited and into the kitchen to cook their own food and find better health through the food they prepare for themselves. Jessica’s passion is sharing her knowledge and education with others; she is experienced in teaching cooking and nutrition classes to a wide variety of audiences.
*This event has been canceled

Board Meeting Copy
2019-04-25 17:30 - 21:00
