Classroom & In-store Events

In-Store Weekend Music
Enjoy soothing melodies and rhythms in the co-op's dining area every other Sunday.
Music goes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.


Adam Frank mellow Trinidadian steel drums July 1, September 16	Will King acoustic Spanish guitar June 3 & September 2	Steve Seamans & Will King acoustic Latin, jazz & blues July 15 & October 7

Amitabh Singh East Indian Sitar June 17 & August 19	The Too Guys familiar & friendly acoustic tunes May 20, August 5 & October 21

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Other Store Events:

Staff Art - located in our Deli seating area:
Works by Dave Moore

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Welcome to Seward Co-op's classroom!
We are thrilled to be able to offer classes to our members and community. Take a look at our course offerings below. We are continually adding new classes, so be sure to check our website often for our newest postings.

Classroom Kitchen

Interested in teaching a class at Seward Co-op? Download our classroom guidelines and course proposal forms.

Read our teacher profiles here.

Upcoming Classes:

May

The Joy of Legumes, Nuts and Seeds
Demonstration/Tasting
Tuesday, May 15, 6 - 8:30 p.m.
AmyLeo Barankovich
$35/$32 members
The joy of cooking vegan the old-fashioned way. If you do not like the idea of using meat analogues (substitutes) or other processed proteins, you will love the versatility of legumes, nuts and seeds. Expand your knowledge and taste buds as we prepare and sample Ancient Grain Banana Fritters, Date Sweetened Nut Mylk, Cream of Celery and Quinoa Soup, Tempeh Open-Faced Sandwich.

Ready & Rarin’ for School with Food Allergies
Thursday, May 17, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Kristin Beltaos, M.A.
$27/$25 Members
Join this interactive class where parents, teachers and school administrators learn together how to keep kids with food allergies safe in the classroom. Want to know the ins and outs of 504 Plans, Individual Healthcare Plans and Emergency Plans? Get your planning done now so that you can feel optimistic, confident and prepared for next year. It’s not too early! . Attendees receive: lecture, roundtable/Q&A, resource packet. http://www.agiftofmiles.com/

Vegan Basics 101
Demonstration/Tasting
Tuesday, May 22, 6 - 8:30 p.m.
AmyLeo Barankovich
$35/$32 members
In this class we will answer the question, “Why Vegan?” as well as tour the Seward Coop where you will learn how to shop for vegan food (be prepared to do on the spot purchasing for any products that catch your eye). These foods will include meet analogs (substitutes) and naturally occurring vegan foods; produce, nuts, seeds, legumes, grains and more. We will return to the kitchen and create Tahini Drizzled Veggies & “Sausage” over Millet Cannellini Beans & Kale Saute.

Bladder and Pelvic Floor Health
Lecture/Demonstration
Thursday, May 24, 6 - 9 p.m.
Melissa Cathcart
$35/$30 members
You can take control of your bladder and improve overall health, but Kegels are not enough. Come learn common myths in dealing with bladder issues, learn about irritants found in our diets, and find out about bladder re-training. Review options that are available to you. The first part of the class will be lecture and discussion. The second part of the class will be an exercise program you can do at home. This is not your mama's Kegel class. Please bring a yoga mat or a small blanket and a bath-sized towel. Therapy bands to take home will be available for an added $3, to be collected during class.

June

All About Soy – Vegan Cooking Class
Demonstration/Tasting
Wednesday, June 12, 6 - 8:30 p.m.
AmyLeo Barankovich
$35/$32 members
In this class you will learn about different soy products and how to use them. From tofu to miso and from breakfast to dinner you will learn the nutritional value of fermented and non-fermented soy products as we make and taste tofu-scramble, tempeh-cashew spread, miso soup and pudding. Prepare your taste buds for the unexpected.

Food is Medicine: Daily Detox
Lecture
Wednesday, June 13, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Andre Litchy, ND
$10/$5 members
Spring and summer are excellent times of year to detoxify. Detox diets are very popular, and can offer excellent benefits such as reducing allergies, helping skin problems, and improving weight control. However, detox diets are often extreme, restrictive, and usually do not reflect practical daily living. This course will explore reasonable, traditional and evidence-based diet and lifestyle choices that offer profound benefits to health through enhancing detoxification. Gentle naturopathic lifestyle practices and approaches to health will be emphasized.

Balancing Female Hormones: A Natural Approach
Lecture
Tuesday, June 19, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Barry Bicanich, Doctor of Chiropractic
$10/$5 members
Hot flashes? PMS Symptoms? Nearing Menopause? The ovaries rarely malfunction themselves. This class will identify and explore some of the common underlying causes of hormone imbalance and will include helpful changes in diet, exercise and lifestyle. A different kind of clinical model will be presented.

Food is Medicine: Beyond the Anti-Inflammatory Diet
Lecture
Wednesday, June 27, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Andrew Litchy, ND
$10/$5 members
Inflammation is associated with many chronic health problems including arthritis, obesity, allergies, diabetes, and heart disease. This class will explore approaches to eating that are non-restrictive, delicious, and anti-inflammatory. General eating strategies, meal plans, and delicious recipes will be discussed.

How to Shop the Co-op on a Budget
Lecture/Tour
Saturday, July 14, 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Claudia Rhodes, Events Coordinator, Seward Co-op
Free to All. Pre-registration at Customer Service required.
Has the iffy economy got you wondering if you’re getting the biggest bang for your buck at the grocery store? Get the inside scoop as well as some practical solutions toward squeezing the most out of your food dollar, while still eating well here at Seward Co-op. Receive a money saving coupon too!

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*** Please preregister at Customer Service, as space is limited. Prepayment of your class is required to reserve your spot. If you cancel prior to 48 hours before the class, a full refund will be given. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after the 48-hour deadline or for no-shows. If you have any questions, please contact Claudia Rhodes, Events and Education Coordinator: crhodes@seward.coop