Seward Community Co-op

Talking About Death Won't Kill You: A Virtual Conversation
2020-10-19 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Talking about death doesn’t make it happen faster, it just helps us walk into it with a plan. Much like a birth plan for an impending baby, a death plan can help you, and your loved ones, have a touchstone to come back to when the time gets closer. Whether you are 28 or 88, it’s never too early to envision the final chapter of your life, and never too early to create a document that gives your loved ones comfort because they know what your final wishes are.
Through community sharing and experiential exercises, you will go home with ideas (and maybe a rough draft) of your death plan. Specific examples of dos and don’ts as well as what qualities make someone a good healthcare agent will be explored. Expect lively discussions, laughter, support, break-out rooms for sharing and camaraderie as we discuss what we want and what we don’t want for those final days.
Jeanne Bain, M.A. is a trainer and consultant who specializes in End of Life and Brain Change. She is certified in Positive Approach® to Care, a longtime End of Life Doula and holds a certificate in Community Health Work. Her early work in theater and her love of improv helps to make her classes engaging and fun, even if the subject isn’t.
Free virtual class- Please RSVP in advance. You will receive a Zoom link before the day of the class

Cooking with Koshiki - Nabeyaki Udon (Virtual class)
2020-10-20 18:00 - 20:00
Nabeyaki Udon is a Japanese noodle dish prepared in individual earthenware called Donabe or in a pot that is cooked directly on the stovetop. Besides the chewy, thick Udon noodles, the meal consists of dashi broth, chicken, tamagoyaki (egg omelet), fish cakes, shrimp tempura, mushrooms, and vegetables. Enjoy the piping hot and delicious noodles soup at the comfort of your home.
In this class, participants will learn to make:
•Japanese dashi broth
•Chicken teriyaki
•Tamagoyaki
•Shrimp tempura
Koshiki Smith, The Japanese Kitchen
Free virtual class- Please RSVP in advance. You will receive a Zoom link and recipe before the day of the class.

African Vegan Cooking: Kabalagala - Banana Pancakes (Virtual class)
2020-10-24 10:00 - 11:00
Join Henry as he creates simple, vegan Ugandan recipes. Today we’ll make vegan banana pancakes!
Henry Kisitu, Jajja Wellness

Free virtual class- Please RSVP in advance. You will receive a Zoom link and recipe before the day of the class.

Seward Co-op's Annual Owner Meeting
2020-10-27 18:00 - 20:00
Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, Oct. 27 for the Annual Co-op Owner Meeting, 6–8 p.m. At this year’s meeting, we will build on our equity foundation and begin to discuss what liberation looks like in community and how Seward Co-op and its owners can play a role.
The 2020 annual meeting will feature Resmaa Menakem, the New York Times bestselling author and leading voice in today’s national conversation on racialized trauma. Resmaa will join local activists Mankwe Ndosi, and Sophia Benrud with panel facilitation by LaDonna Sanders Redmond in a discussion around the co-op’s role in the movement for abolition, racial justice and liberation in our communities. Our lens will be focused on the centuries-old cooperative and abolition movements.
Minneapolis-based vocal artist Van Nixon will perform. We will also share the results of the board of directors’ election and announce SEED recipients for 2021, including the Community Choice SEED results.
About the panelists
Resmaa Menakem is the New York Times bestselling author of My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies, and is a leading voice in today’s national conversation on racialized trauma. He is a visionary Justice Leadership coach, organizational strategist and master trainer. Resmaa created Cultural Somatics, which utilizes the body and resilience as mechanisms for growth.
As a therapist and trauma specialist, Resmaa Menakem dedicates his expertise to coaching people through civil unrest, organizational change, and community building. He helps communities examine and begin to heal the trauma of racialization, and coaches them on how to do the embodied work to gain the cultural maturity to lead and build community within themselves and within
Mankwe Ndosi is musicmaker, performer, educator and culture weaver focused on sound, story, and expanding the vocabulary of singing. She seeks to infuse creative practice back into the worlds of healing, sustainable economic development, education, and new village community building.
Sophia Benrud is a Black multiracial queer community organizer, postpartum doula, and chef. Sophia is the environmental justice organizer and cofounder of Black Visions Collective, a Black-led, Queer- and Trans-centering non-profit organization committed to Black liberation. Sophia is a co-founder of Divine Natural Ancestry, a project that supports community through tools, supplies and knowledge for growing food in BIPOC communities. Sophia is committed to transforming the current movement by centering communities directly impacted by climate and environmental, food, and healing justice, while building stronger movements to break down systemic violence.
Van Nixon is a talented vocalist and musician with experience performing solo and in bands, specializing in Reggae. Van Nixon’s performance style welcomes the audience to feel a part of his musical experience. His friendly and playful spirit provides a fun and entertaining event every time.
Please RSVP in advance. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link to join the meeting. Please ensure you are able to receive emails from Eventbrite here*. Emails with the Zoom info will be sent the day and the hour prior to the meeting.
RSVP
Note about accessibility: There will be a form to request any accommodations (i.e. interpretation services) when you RSVP.
We strongly encourage attendees log in a few minutes before 6:00pm on Tuesday 10/27 to ensure they are able to connect. Your camera and microphone will be off during the meeting. You will be able to access the chat feature. During the event, a limited number of co-op staff may be able to assist with basic troubleshooting. Please raise your hand and a staff person will reach out to you via chat. There may be a delay depending on how many attendees are in need of troubleshooting support.
*Note on receiving the Zoom link via email: Emails with Zoom links are sent in advance of our virtual events via Eventbrite. Eventbrite emails sometimes end up in junk/spam folders- if you have not received a link prior to class, please check your spam folder. If you have previously unsubscribed to Eventbrite’s emails, you may also not receive a Zoom link email. Please make sure you are subscribed to Eventbrite’s mailouts to receive these communications.
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Food and Your Mood (Virtual class)
2020-11-02 18:00 - 19:00
What – and how – you eat will impact much more than just your physical body. Food and your mood are more connected than you may think! Anxiety, depression, memory, stress, and attention are all influenced by what you eat for breakfast, lunch, dinner (and anything in between). Understanding the interactions between what we eat, how we feel and what we think or feel empowers us to care for ourselves body, mind and spirit. Jesse Haas, functional nutritionist and co-founder of Wellness Minneapolis, will share some doable strategies for uplifting mental wellbeing in a time when maintaining a positive outlook is a daily struggle.
Jesse Haas, CNS, LN; Wellness Minneapolis
Free virtual class- Please RSVP in advance. You will receive a Zoom link before the day of the class.

Holistic Approaches to Gastrointestinal Health (Virtual class)
2020-11-12 18:00 - 19:15
Have you ever wondered how your digestive system works? Sara Jean Barrett, naturopathic doctor and co-founder of Wellness Minneapolis will take you on a tour of the full digestive system. Follow your food as it moves from your mouth to your bowel movements! You will learn about a variety of gastrointestinal concerns including ‘leaky gut’, SIBO, reflux, food intolerances, and more, taking home some important health hacks to relieve digestive symptoms.
Sara Jean Barrett, ND; Wellness Minneapolis
Free virtual class- Please RSVP in advance. You will receive a Zoom link before the day of the class.

Cooking with Koshiki - Japanese Comfort Food (Virtual class)
2020-11-17 18:00 - 20:00
Nothing is more satisfying than the comfort food you grew up eating: Tonjiru (miso soup with pork and root vegetables), Onigiri (rice balls), and Sukiyaki Style Beef and Tofu. These recipes are healthy and comfort food I grew up eating in my Japanese grandma’s kitchen and continue to cook for my family. Learn the comfort food of Japan with me.
Koshiki Smith, The Japanese Kitchen
Free virtual class- Please RSVP in advance. You will receive a Zoom link and recipe before the day of the class.

African Vegan Cooking: Matooke - Plantains and Peanut Sauce (Virtual class)
2020-11-19 18:00 - 19:00
Join Henry as he creates simple, vegan Ugandan recipes. Today we’ll make plantains and peanut sauce!
Henry Kisitu, Jajja Wellness

Free virtual class- Please RSVP in advance. You will receive a Zoom link and recipe before the day of the class.

Board of Directors November Meeting
2020-11-24 18:00 - 20:30
Meetings of Seward Co-op’s Board of Directors are open to any co-op owner. The board typically meets 9-10 times a year on the last Tuesday of the month, at 6:15 p.m. The next board meeting is virtual and will be held Tuesday, Nov. 24. The agenda is available here. The meeting will include a 10-minute Co-op Owners Comment Period. Individual time allotment is dependent on number of owners who wish to speak. Your advance RSVP is politely requested. To indicate your intention to attend and/or participate in the Co-op Owners Comment Period, please email board@seward.coop prior to Nov. 24. This will allow us to provide you the virtual meeting link.
Seward Co-op’s Board of Directors is comprised of nine elected co-op owners who serve the co-op for three-year terms. The board typically meets 9-10 times a year on the last Tuesday of the month, at 6:15 p.m. The co-op’s board of directors appreciates hearing from you! They are available to answer questions and provide information about cooperative governance.

Plant-Based Comfort Food: Double-Baked Potatoes (Virtual class)
2020-12-03 18:30 - 19:30
Learn how to make a simple, hearty and satisfying one dish meal. You’ll learn the ins-and-outs of double-baking potatoes (and other vegetables), stuffed with herbed tempeh and drizzled with Cheeze Sauce.
AmyLeo Barankovich, Vegan Affairs MN
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Co-op Kids: Wild Rice Bowl (Virtual class)
2020-12-06 13:00 - 14:00
Log on to Zoom with your kids for a cooking class and conversation about Native foods! Students will learn about the wild rice plant and its significance to Indigenous peoples living by the lakes. We will learn how to cook wild rice, practice the different steps of a wild rice harvest and learn about local / native foods while we assemble a wild rice bowl.
Midwest Food Connection
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Cooking with Koshiki: Steamed Pork Buns & Egg Drop Soup (Virtual class)
2020-12-09 18:00 - 20:00
The holiday is a perfect time to make steamed buns with your family. These steamed buns are fluffy, soft and packed with meat and onions, and steamed to perfection in a bamboo steamer. (Did I mention these are my kid’s favorite?)
Egg drop soup is a quick and easy dish to make and goes well with the buns. Make sure to steam extra buns and put them in your freezer for an easy snack.
Koshiki Smith, The Japanese Kitchen
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Fall Season Apple Galette (Virtual class)
2020-12-12 13:00 - 14:00
Join Katie Burns in the virtual kitchen for a session that blends cooking and art. This apple galette dish is wonderfully balanced with a light, flakey crust that supports a bed of baked apples. Katie will demonstrate two finishing methods for this galette- an apricot glaze and a fall season spice glaze.
Katie Burns
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Tamales (Virtual class)
2020-12-13 18:00 - 19:30
Tamales are not difficult, they just take time, patience and a lot of love. Chef instructor Jessica Tijerina will guide you through the assembly of tamale making from soaking the corn husks to whipping the masa, assembling, steaming, and storing.
Jessica Tijerina, owner of Tijerina Global Spices
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Cooking with Koshiki: New Year, New Skill- Sushi Making (Virtual class)
2021-01-07 18:00 - 20:00
Join us to learn sushi-making basics. In this class, we will be using ingredients from Seward Co-op to make healthy and sustainable sushi. Basic sushi includes inside-out rolls, traditional rolls, and Nigiri/Mari Sushi. Vegetarian options will be shown as well.
Koshiki Smith, The Japanese Kitchen
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

1 Meal = 3 Dishes (Virtual class)
2021-01-09 10:00 - 11:00
One simple pork chop dinner is turned into two additional meals, a pork yummy rice bowl and a pork pozole soup.
Jessica Tijerina, owner of Tijerina Global Spices
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Recipe for a Health Habit (Virtual class)
2021-01-11 18:30 - 19:30
Making a new wellness goal into a habit takes effort, time and practice. This is true whether your goal is to drink more water, eat more vegetables or become a runner. Do you know how to make the most of your effort? Breaking down the habit-making process, functional nutritionist and health coach, Jesse Haas will show you a recipe for health habits. Follow the process to change your diet or lifestyle, and transform your health.
Jesse Haas, CNS, LN; Wellness Minneapolis
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Holistic Approaches to Thyroid Health (Virtual class)
2021-01-13 18:00 - 19:00
When your thyroid doesn’t function well, it can affect almost every aspect of your health from depression to weight gain. Learn what key nutrients are needed for healthy thyroid function and discover what you can do to naturally improve thyroid function, increase your energy, mood, and metabolism.
Sara Jean Barrett, ND; Wellness Minneapolis
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Fermenting with Pickle Witch (Virtual class)
2021-01-22 18:00 - 20:00
Learn the basics of fermenting in a hands on workshop that will teach you to turn almost any vegetable into a nutritious, delicious, fermented pickle.
L. Kling, Pickle Witch
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Talking About Death Won't Kill You: A Facilitated Conversation (Virtual class)
2021-01-25 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a facilitated community conversation about your plan for death through sharing and experiential exercises. Specific examples of dos and don’ts as well as what qualities make someone a good healthcare agent will be explored. Expect lively discussions, laughter, and support, as we discuss what we want and what we don’t want for those final days.

Jeanne Bain, M.A.; trainer and consultant who specializes in End of Life and Brain Change
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Board of Directors January Meeting
2021-01-26 18:00 - 20:30
Meetings of Seward Co-op’s Board of Directors are open to any co-op owner. The next board meeting is virtual and will be held Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021. Co-op owners are welcome to observe and an advance RSVP is politely requested. The Jan. 26 meeting will include a 10-minute Co-op Owners Comment Period. The board of directors planned this in response to community members’ requests to address the board. Individual time allotment is dependent on number of owners who wish to speak. Agenda is available here. To indicate your intention to attend and/or participate in the Co-op Owners Comment Period, please email board@seward.coop prior to Jan. 26. This will allow us to provide you the virtual meeting link.
Seward Co-op’s Board of Directors is comprised of nine elected co-op owners who serve the co-op for three-year terms. The board typically meets 9-10 times a year on the last Tuesday of the month, at 6:15 p.m. The co-op’s board of directors appreciates hearing from you! They are available to answer questions and provide information about cooperative governance.

Cooking with Koshiki: Tonkatsu/Chicken Katsu Teishoku (Virtual class)
2021-02-02 18:00 - 20:00
In Japanese, Teishoku means “set-meal” and sometimes called “Ichiju San Sai,” one soup and three sides. It is a long-standing well-balanced and healthy meal that serves as a foundation for washoku (Japanese cooking).
Tonight, we will prepare tonkatsu, crispy panko-breaded pork, two healthy side vegetable dishes, miso soup, and steamed rice.
Koshiki Smith, The Japanese Kitchen
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Black History Month Dinner Series- Fried Tilapia and Sautéed Cabbage (Virtual class)
2021-02-07 17:00 - 18:00
Celebrate Black History Month with Addie from Seward Coop for Sunday dinner. Learn how to make delicious fried tilapia with coconut oil and sautéed cabbage.
Addie DeMery, Seward Co-op
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Holistic Approaches to Adrenal Health (Virtual class)
2021-02-10 18:00 - 19:00
Stress impacts all aspects of our health. This class will explore the physical and hormonal response to stress. Learn what key nutrients are needed for healthy adrenal function with Sara Jean Barrett, naturopathic doctor and co-founder of Wellness Minneapolis. ND. Join us for a deep dive into adrenal physiology and discover what you can do to naturally improve your stress response system, build resilience and increase your energy.
Sara Jean Barettt, N.D.; Wellness Minneapolis
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

The Science of Emotional Eating (Virtual class)
2021-02-15 18:30 - 19:30
Are you finding yourself browsing in your pantry more in the last couple months? The truth is, emotional eating is an effective tool for relieving stress! While that cookie may make you feel better in the moment, it’s not truly a solution to your emotional strain. Join Jesse Haas, functional nutritionist and co-founder of Wellness Minneapolis to build a better understanding of what draws you to the kitchen when you feel worried/sad/bored/enter-emotion-here. Take home some strategies for breaking the pattern in loving, joyful ways.
Jesse Hass, Wellness Minneapolis

Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Co-op Community Conversations- “Jim Crow of the North” Panel Discussion
2021-02-17 18:30 - 20:00
The event series “Co-op Community Conversations: Exploring the intersection of racial, social, and food justice” is presented by Eastside Food Co-op, Mississippi Market Food Co-op, Seward Community Co-op, and Twin Cities Co-op Partners as a way to examine and connect our cooperative values with social justice movements. Stay tuned for future events in this series taking place throughout the year.
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Why do Minnesotans experience some of the worst racial disparities in home ownership in this country?
Join Twin Cities Food Co-ops, The East Side Freedom Library and TPT-2 to explore this question through the film “Jim Crow of the North,” which delves into the complex history of racial covenants in the Twin Cities and systematic racism that has lasting repercussions on housing inequities today.
Participants will receive a link for this hour-long documentary to watch in advance of this virtual panel discussion with the film’s producer Dan Bergin, Rebecca Walker from Mapping Prejudice, and food justice activist Miah Ulysse. The discussion will also focus on how our co-op community can address the related inequity of food access in the Twin Cities.
Registered participants will be emailed the documentary link along with details to join the virtual event one week before, one day before, and again as a reminder one hour before the event begins. After the event, participants will also receive a link to the event recording for future reference.

Black History Month Dinner Series- Stewed Okra & Tomatoes with Bacon (Virtual class)
2021-02-21 17:00 - 18:00
Celebrate Black History Month with Addie from Seward Coop for Sunday dinner.
Addie DeMery, Seward Co-op
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Weeknight Pot Pie (Virtual class)
2021-02-25 18:00 - 19:00
Learn how easy it is to cook delicious yet quick chicken pot pie. This recipe is ideal for any night of the week and can even be prepped a day in advance. Katie will cover two prep methods- one that includes a pie crust base and one without that utilizes ramekins or a casserole oven safe dish for a slightly lighter meal.
Katie Burns
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.

Black History Month Dinner Series- Vegetarian Jambalaya and Cornbread (Virtual class)
2021-02-28 17:00 - 18:00

Holistic Approaches to Gastrointestinal Health (Virtual class)
2021-03-02 18:00 - 19:15
Have you ever wondered how your digestive system works? Sara Jean Barrett, naturopathic doctor and co-founder of Wellness Minneapolis will take you on a tour of the full digestive system. Follow your food as it moves from your mouth to your bowel movements! You will learn about a variety of gastrointestinal concerns including ‘leaky gut’, SIBO, reflux, food intolerances, and more, taking home some important health hacks to relieve digestive symptoms.
Sara Jean Barrett, ND; Wellness Minneapolis
Please RSVP in advance via the Eventbrite link below. You will receive an email from Eventbrite that contains a Zoom link or phone number to join the class in advance of the class date.
