Seward Community Co-op

Meet & Greet with NATIFS and Sean Sherman
2025-03-19 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Seward Community Co-op – Franklin Store, 2823 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
We are celebrating the recent sale of the “Creamery building” to North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (NATIFS), the nonprofit founded by James Beard Award-winning chef Sean Sherman. The new facility, named NATIFS Wóyute Thipi, will serve as a central hub for the organization’s expanding work in Indigenous food systems and community development.
Join us in the Franklin store community seating area for a meet and greet with Sean Sherman, Founder and Executive Director of NATIFS. We have had the pleasure and honor of partnering with Sean Sherman over the years to uplift native cultural and culinary traditions.
Live music will be provided by Darren Thompson, an Ojibwe flute player from the Lac du Flambeau Ojibwe Indian Reservation in northern Wisconsin. Darren has served communities and movements in cultural, creative, and resourceful ways that address American Indian cultural revitalization, history, and partnership. https://darrenthompson.net/
Enjoy tea and sun cookies from NATIFS’ Indigenous Food Lab Market and learn how you can help support NATIFS in expanding their mission in the community and continuing their work to decolonize cuisine and revitalize Native foodways in the Twin Cities and beyond.
Free! Registration not required but if you register via Eventbrite you will receive a reminder email the day before the event.

Pi(e) Day Sale
2025-03-14 | Both Stores, MN, United States
On March 14 (3.14) celebrate Pi(e) Day with us by saving 15% on all Seward-made whole and half pies and slices. Offer is valid at both stores, while supplies last.

Wellness Wednesday
2025-02-26, 2025-01-22 | MN
Wellness Wednesday is here! Receive 10% off all supplements and personal care products, including regular and sale-priced items. Discounted items include thoughtfully-sourced skin and hair care, supplements, vitamins, protein powder, deodorant, toothpaste, menstruation products, and more. Wellness Wednesday discounts are available to owners and non-owners alike and can be combined with owners’ quarterly 10% discount.

Board of Directors February Meeting
2025-02-25 18:15 - 20:30 | MN
Meetings of Seward Co-op’s Board of Directors are open to any co-op owner. This board meeting is virtual and will be held Tuesday, February 25. To indicate your intention to attend, please email board@seward.coop prior to February 25. This will allow us to provide you the virtual meeting link. Captions are available upon request, and if you have a need for other accommodations, please include them in your email and we will do our best to meet them.
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.

Championing Black Voices in MN - Honoring the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
2025-02-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Join us in welcoming James L. Stroud Jr., historian and author, for a conversation about the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, Minnesota’s oldest Black-owned newspaper. Enjoy refreshments and explore the history of the MSR and the activists who founded it. James will share some remarks on the legacy of Black journalism and impact of MSR’s 90 years of being a cultural resource in the Twin Cities, and specifically within the historic corridor of Black culture right here on 38th street.
Friendship store classroom
Free! Registration not required but if you register via Eventbrite you will receive a reminder email the day before the event.
James “Jimmy” L. Stroud, Jr.is a writer and photographer as well as an self-described “house historian” of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Newspaper. He currently teaches students K-6 in the St. Paul school district and is working on 2 book projects.

DIY Soap Making Date Night!
2025-02-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Sign up solo, with a partner, or with a friend for a fun and casual soap making workshop this Valentine’s Day! Join Longfellow Soap owner John Hanson for an in-person class at the Friendship store to learn how to make your own soap. Sparkling juice and chocolate will be provided! Students will also receive a free silicone mold and class manual at the class.
In-person class at our Friendship location. Please RSVP in advance. Registration closes the day before class.
$40/$35 for Seward Co-op owners
Instructor: John Hanson, Longfellow Soap

Board of Directors January Meeting
2025-01-28 18:15 - 20:30 | MN
Meetings of Seward Co-op’s Board of Directors are open to any co-op owner. This board meeting is virtual and will be held Tuesday, January 28. To indicate your intention to attend, please email board@seward.coop prior to January 28. This will allow us to provide you the virtual meeting link. Captions are available upon request, and if you have a need for other accommodations, please include them in your email and we will do our best to meet them.
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.

Microgreens! Kids Cooking Class - Onigiri
2025-01-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Kids ages 8-12 and their parent/guardian are invited to learn how to prepare simple, tasty meals using new and familiar ingredients found at Seward Co-op. We’ll learn basics of kitchen safety and give hands-on demonstrations with recipes you can make with your whole family!
Jess Toliver, Jess Delicious Living
$5 / free for kids
This is an in-person class at our Friendship store location. Please RSVP in advance. Registration closes the day before class.
About Microgreens!
Microgreens is a Seward Co-op program designed to start getting young people to think about sustainability, engage with their communities, and build healthy relationships with local food systems, all while making food fun!
Microgreens makes the world of cooperatives, sustainably sourced food, and sustainable communities accessible and enjoyable to the youngest Seward Co-op shoppers.
You can learn more and find kid-friendly recipes & projects here!

Seward Co-op Sausage Tasting
2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Did you know that Seward Co-op makes our own sausages in-house? Join Seward Co-op staff Jack (he/they) and Moriah (she/they) to taste your way through a variety of sausages. Along with a demonstration of how the sausage is stuffed and linked, you’ll walk away knowing more about the flavors and cooking methods for both our seasonal and year-round varieties.
$5 / free for Seward Co-op owners
Jack and Moriah, Seward Co-op Friendship Store Meat Department Staff
This is an in-person class at our Friendship store location. Please RSVP in advance. Registration closes the day before class.

Microgreens! Kids Cooking Class - Dumplings
2024-12-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States

Wellness Wednesday
2024-12-18, 2024-11-20, 2024-10-23 | Both Stores, MN, United States

Seward Frolic- Hot Cocoa Social and Staff Art Fair
2024-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Franklin Store, 2823 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Stop by the Franklin store during the annual Seward Frolic! Enjoy hot cocoa, live music, and giveaways at this festive event.

Free non-dairy hot cocoa (with vegan marshmallows!)
Live music with Charmin Michelle & Joel Shapira
Seward Co-op staff art fair
Giveaways of tons of Seward Co-op swag
Shop the store to browse gifts, treats, and more.
More information about the Seward Frolic can be found here.

Free! Registration not required but if you register via Eventbrite you will recieve a reminder email the day before the event.

DIY Soap Making for Holiday Gifts
2024-12-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Seward Community Co-op – Franklin Store, 2823 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Make your own customizable soap as holiday gifts! Join Longfellow Soap owner John Hanson to learn soap making techniques. Students will receive a free silicone mold and class manual at the class.

John Hanson, Longfellow Soap
$40/$35 for Seward Co-op owners
This is an in-person class at our Franklin location. Please RSVP in advance. Registration closes the day before class.

Board of Directors November Meeting
2024-11-26 18:00 - 20:30 | MN
Meetings of Seward Co-op’s Board of Directors are open to any co-op owner. This board meeting is virtual and will be held Tuesday, November 26. To indicate your intention to attend, please email board@seward.coop prior to November 26. This will allow us to provide you the virtual meeting link. Captions are available upon request, and if you have a need for other accommodations, please include them in your email and we will do our best to meet them.
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.

Indigenous Foods Class Series - Wild Rice Stuffed Peppers
2024-11-21 18:00 - 19:00 | MN
Learn about wild rice and how to make wild rice stuffed peppers with Marissa.
with Marissa Johnson (Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Ojibwe, Dream of Wild Health)
Free
This is a virtual class. Please RSVP in advance.
Presented by Seward Co-op and the Indigenous Food Network
2024 marks the fourth year of the Indigenous Foods Class Series, a program developed through Seward Co-op’s long-term partnership with Dream of Wild Health, one of the oldest and longest operating Native American-led and focused nonprofits in the Twin Cities.
Our collaboration with Dream of Wild Health includes our partnership with the Indigenous Food Network (IFN), a collaborative of Nativeled community organizations in Minneapolis who are working together to rebuild a sovereign food system.
By hosting this annual class series every November, we honor our relationship with Dream of Wild Health and the Indigenous Food Network, and are proud to support IFN in their goal of creating a Native American urban model for food sovereignty.

Indigenous Foods Class Series- Roasted Butternut Squash Soup and Mixed Nut Cookie Bars
2024-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | MN
Join Simone in making a warming butternut squash soup followed by a sweet and nutritious cookie bar made from a variety of mixed nuts.
with Simone Rendon (White Earth/Pine Ridge Oglala descendant, Department of Indian Work)
Free
This is a virtual class. Please RSVP in advance.
Please note- this class has been moved from Nov 19 to Nov 20.
Presented by Seward Co-op and the Indigenous Food Network
2024 marks the fourth year of the Indigenous Foods Class Series, a program developed through Seward Co-op’s long-term partnership with Dream of Wild Health, one of the oldest and longest operating Native American-led and focused nonprofits in the Twin Cities.
Our collaboration with Dream of Wild Health includes our partnership with the Indigenous Food Network (IFN), a collaborative of Native-led community organizations in Minneapolis who are working together to rebuild a sovereign food system.
By hosting this annual class series every November, we honor our relationship with Dream of Wild Health and the Indigenous Food Network, and are proud to support IFN in their goal of creating a Native American urban model for food sovereignty.

Indigenous Foods Class Series - Rosehip Syrup
2024-11-15 18:00 - 19:00 | MN
In this class, Two Sisters Herbals founders Francesca and Jessica will show how to make a syrup using rosehips, the seed-filled bulbs that grow at the base of the blossom of a wild rose. They will also discuss the herbs that will be worked with that are supportive with rosehips and the different recipes that you can make utilizing this syrup.
with Francesca Garcia and Jessica Ferlaak (Rarámuri [Tarahumara], Yoeme [Yaqui] & Mexican; Two Sisters Herbals)
Free
This is a virtual class. Please RSVP in advance.
Presented by Seward Co-op and the Indigenous Food Network
2024 marks the fourth year of the Indigenous Foods Class Series, a program developed through Seward Co-op’s long-term partnership with Dream of Wild Health, one of the oldest and longest operating Native American-led and focused nonprofits in the Twin Cities.
Our collaboration with Dream of Wild Health includes our partnership with the Indigenous Food Network (IFN), a collaborative of Native-led community organizations in Minneapolis who are working together to rebuild a sovereign food system.
By hosting this annual class series every November, we honor our relationship with Dream of Wild Health and the Indigenous Food Network, and are proud to support IFN in their goal of creating a Native American urban model for food sovereignty.

Indigenous Foods Class Series - Indigenous "Seafood" Boil
2024-11-14 17:00 - 18:00 | MN
Join Hope and Derek in making a “seafood” boil made with indigenous ingredients- we’ll use clams, crayfish, hominy, wild potatoes, and more while learning about these ingredients and the efforts to restore native mussel and clam biodiversity.
with Hope Flanagan (Tonawanda Band of Seneca, Dream of Wild Health)
Derek Nicholas (Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe , Division of Indian Work)
Free
This is a virtual class. Please RSVP in advance.
Presented by Seward Co-op and the Indigenous Food Network
2024 marks the fourth year of the Indigenous Foods Class Series, a program developed through Seward Co-op’s long-term partnership with Dream of Wild Health, one of the oldest and longest operating Native American-led and focused nonprofits in the Twin Cities.
Our collaboration with Dream of Wild Health includes our partnership with the Indigenous Food Network (IFN), a collaborative of Native-led community organizations in Minneapolis who are working together to rebuild a sovereign food system.
By hosting this annual class series every November, we honor our relationship with Dream of Wild Health and the Indigenous Food Network, and are proud to support IFN in their goal of creating a Native American urban model for food sovereignty.

Indigenous Foods Class Series - Squash Bread
2024-11-07 18:00 - 19:00 | MN
Join Vanessa in making an autumn Squash Bread using Seminole squash, a sweet and bright flavored squash, along with maple and coconut sugar. This versatile recipe can also be made using butternut squash, acorn squash, or another similarly flavored squash in place of Seminole. Vanessa will also show you how to swap out other ingredients based on what you have available in your pantry and what works with your budget.
with Vanessa Casillas (Ho-Chunk; Dream of Wild Health)
Free
This is a virtual class. Please RSVP in advance.
Presented by Seward Co-op and the Indigenous Food Network
2024 marks the fourth year of the Indigenous Foods Class Series, a program developed through Seward Co-op’s long-term partnership with Dream of Wild Health, one of the oldest and longest operating Native American-led and focused nonprofits in the Twin Cities.
Our collaboration with Dream of Wild Health includes our partnership with the Indigenous Food Network (IFN), a collaborative of Native-led community organizations in Minneapolis who are working together to rebuild a sovereign food system.
By hosting this annual class series every November, we honor our relationship with Dream of Wild Health and the Indigenous Food Network, and are proud to support IFN in their goal of creating a Native American urban model for food sovereignty.

All About Mushroom Supplements- Immune Support & More with Host Defense
2024-10-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Host Defense specializes in mushroom mycelium-based supplements to support natural immunity and whole body wellness. Come learn about all of the benefits of beneficial mushrooms and enjoy 10% off your purchase for Wellness Wednesday!
All attendees will receive free samples, and will be entered in a raffle to win a Host Defense gift basket!
$5/Free for Seward co-op owners
Richard Cividanes, Host Defense National Science Educator
with Robb Doser and Kirsten Haymen
This is an in-person class at our Friendship store location. Please RSVP in advance. Registration closes the day before class.

Seward Co-op Annual Owner Meeting and Social Hour
2024-10-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Arbeiter Brewing, 3038 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55406
It’s that time of year again: get geared up for the Seward Co-op Annual Owner Meeting! Join us for drinks, tacos, our annual business meeting, and socializing with fellow owners. This year, we’re excited to be doing things a little differently, and we’re looking forward to the energy it will bring to our annual gathering. Here’s what to expect:
Monday, October 28, 6-7:30 p.m.
Arbeiter Brewing, 3038 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis
Tickets (include one drink ticket and heavy appetizers): $5 in advance, $15 day-of
Kids are free, but must be registered.
More information including accessiblity information can be found here.
Tickets for this year’s Annual Owner Meeting are limited, and we expect them to sell out. We highly recommend registering ahead of time to secure your spot. More information is available on the Eventbrite registration link.
Interpretation Services-
ASL services will be available at the event. The deadline for requesting additional interpretation services for the business portion of the meeting has passed. For any questions or concerns, please email board@seward.coop.

Finding Your Balance- DIY Aromatherapy with Pranarom
2024-10-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Join us for a DIY Aromatherapy class with Pranarōm Essential Oils. As the season begins its shift to cooler, drier weather, we often feel a need for centering and balance in the autumnal months. This class offers an opportunity to create your own balancing blend with organic essential oils. Hosted by Pranarōm’s National Educator, Liza Docken will share the benefits and supportive elements that many of the most popular oils provide. Bring your curiosity and creativity, leave with a personal blend to keep you grounded.
$10/$5 Seward co-op owners
Liza Docken, Pranarom
This is an in-person class at our Friendship store location. Please RSVP in advance. Registration closes the day before class.

Microgreens! Kids Cooking Class - Halloween Guacamole Cups w/ Homemade Tortilla Chips
2024-10-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Kids ages 8-12 and their parent/guardian are invited to learn how to prepare simple, tasty meals using new and familiar ingredients found at Seward Co-op. We’ll learn basics of kitchen safety and give hands-on demonstrations with recipes you can make with your whole family!
In this class, we’ll be making Halloween guacamole cups complete with “spiderweb” garnish and homemade tortilla chips!
Jess Toliver, Jess Delicious Living
$5 / free for kids
This is an in-person class at our Friendship store location. Please RSVP in advance. Registration closes the day before class.

Franklin Store Open House + Ice Cream Social
2024-09-30 16:30 - 18:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Franklin Store, 2823 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Come check out the Seward Co-op Franklin store, meet Seward staff, and enjoy ice cream in our community seating area. Vegan options available!
Featuring live music by Jim Kirkendall.
Free for our Seward neighbors!
RSVP requested via the Eventbrite link.

Salsa Sampler!
2024-09-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Friendship Store, 317 East 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55409, United States
Stop by the Friendship store on Saturday, Sept 28 between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.to sample a variety of different salsas from Community Foods producers Snappy Dog Salsa, Double Take, and Chip Magnet! We’ll be demoing a variety of flavors to try so you can find your new favorite.

Free, no RSVP needed

Seasonal Skincare with evanhealy
2024-09-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Seward Community Co-op – Franklin Store, 2823 East Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55406, United States
Learn how to best care for your specific skin type during the cold, dry winter months with evanhealy, a holistic skin care line created to support long-term skin health and radiance. Learn about their organic, simple ingredients and enjoy 10% off your purchase during Wellness Wednesday!
$10/$5 for Seward Co-op owners
Robb Doser and Kirsten Hayman, evanhealy
This is an in-person class at our Franklin store location. Please RSVP in advance. Registration closes the day before class.

Wellness Wednesday
2024-09-25 | Both Stores, MN, United States
Wellness Wednesday is here! On the fourth Wednesday of every month, receive 10% off supplements and personal care products, including regular and sale priced items. Discounted items include skin and hair care, supplements, vitamins, protein powder, deodorant, toothpaste, menstruation products, among others. Wellness Wednesday discounts are available to owners and non-owners alike, and can be combined with owners’ quarterly 10% discount.
Some restrictions apply. Wellness Wednesday discounts do not include:
General merchandise, such as candles, bags, mugs, notebooks, apparel, etc. and Grocery items, like diapers
Clearance items
Special orders
Case quantity discounts
The 10% discount will be limited to stock on hand only. If an item runs out of stock on Wellness Wednesday, we cannot offer a raincheck for the discounted price.
Curbside and delivery orders picked up or delivered on Wellness Wednesday dates will receive the 10% discount on the applicable items. Orders picked up or delivered after Wellness Wednesday will not receive the discount, even if the orders were placed on a Wellness Wednesday date.
