In 2012, residents from the Bryant-Central neighborhood approached Seward Co-op to gauge interest in building a grocery store in their community. As the co-op explored the opportunity, they were introduced to leaders of the Greater Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, who agreed that Seward Co-op would be a great fit for the neighborhood. There was one…
Join us for drinks, tacos from Habanero Tacos, and socializing with fellow owners as we return to Arbeiter Brewing for our Annual Owner Meeting! 2025 was a year of growth and change for the co-op. We completed the remodel of our Franklin Ave store, sold the Creamery building to NATIFS, celebrated the 10-year anniversary of…
We had a blast celebrating 10 years of the Friendship Store at the Sabathani Block Party! Our day was filled with gratitude, community, and collaboration as we honored the past, present, and future of the 38th Street corridor. Events like this aren’t possible without Seward Co-op staff and support from community partners and co-hosts like…
Acure is issuing a recall of several lots of its Argan Hydrate Shampoo because the product’s viscosity does not meet their standards. There is no safety risk in using the affected product. The recalled Acure’s Argan Hydrate Shampoo may have been sold at both stores any time after December 2024. If you purchased this product…
Acure is issuing a recall of two lots of its Seriously Soothing 24hr Moisture Lotion because the product may contain mold. The recalled Acure’s Seriously Soothing 24 Hour Moisture Lotion may have been sold at both stores between December 7, 2024-July 28, 2025. If you purchased this product at Seward Co-op, it will be fully…
Learn About ChunkChunk Ice Cream Kristy Dirk’s ice cream sandwiches left a big impression with their debut at South Minneapolis’s Red Wagon Pizza in 2022. The joy ChunkChunk Ice Cream brought to all who ate them prompted Dirk to expand her business, and she has been making handcrafted, small batch ice cream delights with an…
With 23% of staff with us for five to nine years, and a robust 15% for nine years or more, Seward Co-op is proud to be a workplace where employees want to stick around. While some cite schedule flexibility, connection to food systems, or desires for “doing good” in our local communities, one refrain is…
Nothing says summer like a fresh salad. If you’re stumped by the endless combinations, here’s an easy mix and match guide for you, featuring several Community Foods producers. Select a few options, then just cut, toss, and eat for a cool, refreshing meal.
Few things are better than a hot dog on a sunny, summer day. There’s something special about the scent of a backyard grill, the sizzle at a ballgame, or the simplicity of a picnic lunch. July is National Hot Dog Month, and it’s this summer staple’s time to shine! At Seward Co-op, we’re celebrating all…
Summer is here and it’s the perfect time to celebrate the little creatures that keep our world blooming. Pollinators like bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, and flies help plants grow and reproduce, including the foods we eat every day! In fact, as much as one-third of the food and drink we enjoy depends on pollinators. One…
