Curious about Ayurveda but don’t know where to start? Gain a deeper understanding of the practice of Ayurveda from Ayurvedic medicine practitioner Vanashree Belgamwar. This two-part class will introduce the concepts of this ancient healing science and show you how you can start incorporating it into your life and diet for improving your digestive health.

Ayurveda literally means “knowledge of life” and its scope is truly no less encompassing. It’s a system of healing that examines physical constitution, emotional nature, and spiritual outlook. While the tradition is thought to be over five thousand years old, Ayurveda remains as relevant as ever.

Part one of this class will focus on the foundations of Ayurveda including identifying and understanding your constitution or “dosha”. Participants will also enjoy an Ayurvedic soup during class prepared by staff.

Part two will be a hands on cooking class focusing on principles of Ayurvedic cooking and simple recipes for any constitution to nourish your digestive fire or “agni”.

Class menu will include:

• Carrot, Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Soup

• Spinach mint rice with carrot and radish salad.

Friendship store classroom

Vanashree Belgamwar, VanashreeAyurveda

What to expect: The Friendship store is located at 317 E. 38th St. Minneapolis, MN. The classroom is in the northeast corner of the store, past the general seating area. It is mobility-device accessible.

Kids ages 8-12 and their parent/guardian are invited to join Natalia Mendez (they/them) to learn about Latinx history and culture while making agua de Jamaica (a tart drink made from hibiscus flower) and agua de sandia (watermelon water).

Friendship store classroom
$5/free for kids
Natalia Mendez, Seward Co-op

What to expect: The Friendship store is located at 317 E. 38th St. Minneapolis, MN. The classroom is in the northeast corner of the store, past the general seating area. It is mobility-device accessible.

Are you new to the world of hemp-derived edibles? In this class, Seward Co-op Friendship wellness department manager Diane McCarthy will join Nate Milstein, founder of Cannesota, to de-mystify the variety of edibles, oils, and more that can be found at Seward Co-op. Learn the differences between CBD and THC and the health benefits of hemp-derived products. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and learn how to choose which products are right for you.
This is a 21+ class – instructors will be checking IDs at the start of class.

$5/free for Seward Co-op Owners
Diane McCarthy, Seward Co-op
Nate Milstein, Cannesota

NOTE- Space is limited for this class. Please plan to attend if you register. If you need to cancel your registration, you can do so through Eventbrite by clicking “Contact the organizer” .
The Friendship store is located at 317 E. 38th St. Minneapolis, MN. The classroom is in the northeast corner of the store, past the general seating area. It is mobility-device accessible.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Federal Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional about potential interactions or other possible complications before using any product.

Join us for a celebration of Latinx history, culture, and tasty food that can be vegetarian or vegan. We’ll learn about the history of tortillas while making scratch-made quesadillas and roasted jalapeño salsa.

Friendship store classroom
$5/free for Seward Co-op owners
Natalia Mendez, Seward Co-op

What to expect: The Friendship store is located at 317 E. 38th St. Minneapolis, MN. The classroom is in the northeast corner of the store, past the general seating area. It is mobility-device accessible.

Kids ages 8-12 and their parent/guardian are invited to join Chef Jess Toliver 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!
Today we’ll layer favorite ingredients to make a delicious yogurt parfait.

In-person class- Friendship store classroom
$5/free for kids
Chef Jess Toliver, Jess Delicious Living

What to expect: The Friendship store is located at 317 E. 38th St. Minneapolis, MN. The classroom is in the northeast corner of the store, past the general seating area. It is mobility-device accessible.

Kids ages 8-12 and their parent/guardian are invited to join Chef Jess Toliver 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 learn how to prep and assemble spring rolls with a dipping sauce.

In-person class- Friendship store classroom
$5/free for kids
Chef Jess Toliver, Jess Delicious Living

What to expect: The Friendship store is located at 317 E. 38th St. Minneapolis, MN. The classroom is in the northeast corner of the store, past the general seating area. It is mobility-device accessible.

Join us on Thursday, May 4 in the Friendship store classroom for a very special art opening celebrating the work of activist and artist KingDemetrius Pendleton. As we prepare to recognize the three year anniversary of George Floyd’s death, we honor the activists, artists, and journalists who continue fighting for justice, raising awareness, and promoting healing in our communities.

This event will be an opportunity to meet King and hear from him directly about his work and inspiration. Enjoy live music from Charmin Michelle. Light refreshments will be provided.

KingDemetrius Pendleton was not only the first journalist on site the day George Floyd was murdered, he also spent countless hours live-streaming the protests, press conferences, uprising, cleanup, and reinvigorated grassroots activism that followed.

Recently, he reached out to Seward Co-op as a community partner to help showcase his work in an effort to amplify Black voices and promote community healing. Beginning in May, his work will be on sale at the Seward Co-op Friendship store.

This event is open to all – RSVP is not required, but if you register via the Eventbrite link below, we will send you a reminder email before the event.

About King:
KingDemetrius Pendleton is an internationally recognized photojournalist and activist based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His dedication to serve the community led him to be the first journalist on the scene after the murder of George Floyd. His images have been seen by countless people across the world as he documents protests and grassroots organizing in Minnesota and beyond.

In 2021, he was awarded the Unsung Hero’s Award by the McKnight Foundation, the Facing Race Award by the Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundations, and a Liberation Lens: Outstanding Movement Journalist Award by the Racial Justice Network, among others.

In 2022 he produced his first traveling exhibit and book “The Movement Never Stops,” that tells a powerful story of the rebirth of the civil rights movement. The exhibit covers events before and after George Floyd’s death.

Are you new to the world of hemp-derived edibles? In this class, Seward Co-op Franklin wellness department manager Caroline Keefe will join Ben Lipkin, co-founder of Carpe Diem CBD; & James Streif of You Betcha Cannabis, to de-mystify the variety of edibles, oils, and more that can be found at Seward Co-op. Learn the differences between CBD and THC and the health benefits of hemp-derived products. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and learn how to choose which products are right for you. This is a 21+ class – instructors will be checking IDs at the start of class.

In-person class- Franklin store classroom

Free

Caroline Keefe, Seward Co-op Wellness Manager

Ben Lipkin, Northstar Hemp Co-Founder

NOTE- Space is limited for this class. Please plan to attend if you register. If you need to cancel your registration, you can do so through Eventbrite by clicking “Contact the organizer” .

These statements have not been evaluated by the Federal Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional about potential interactions or other possible complications before using any product.

Make your own customizable soap as Mother’s Day gifts! Join Longfellow Soap owner John Hanson for an in-person class at the Franklin store to learn soap making techniques. Students will receive a free silicone mold and class manual at the class.

John Hanson, Longfellow Soap

In-person class- Franklin store classroom

$40/$35 for Seward Co-op owners

What to expect:

The Franklin store is located at 2823 East Franklin Ave. Minneapolis, MN. Our classroom is up the stairs to the north of the customer service desk. It is also accessible via elevator and is mobility-device accessible.

Happy Lao New Year! Lizzie from Seward Co-op will show us how to make fresh spring rolls – a fun and easy dish to make, and a staple of Southeast Asian cuisine.

From Lizzie- “When I was growing up, my family would all work together to churn out a ton of spring rolls (sometimes up to 100 of them) and have them as a side dish along with all of our other Laotian dishes for the new year. It was a great way to spend quality time with my family so I really associate spring rolls happy memories. They are very healthy, and you can make them either vegan or with shrimp. These spring rolls are perfect along with sweet chili or peanut dipping sauce!”

In-person class- Friendship store classroom

$10 / $5 for Seward Co-op owners

Lizzie Voravong, Seward Co-op

What to expect: The Friendship store is located at 317 E. 38th St. Minneapolis, MN. The classroom is in the northeast corner of the store, past the general seating area. It is mobility-device accessible.

Come read to snack! You’ll have the chance to make and sample shrimp or vegetable spring rolls and sweet chili or peanut dipping sauces.