Come learn everything you need to know to get started with mushroom foraging! We’ll cover basic fungi information & anatomy, different ways foragers classify mushrooms, foraging ethics, where to forage and more. Investigate mushrooms hands-on during the workshop to learn their characteristics.

Friendship store classroom
$45/$40 Seward Co-op owners
Haleigh Ziebol, environmental scientist and foraging instructor

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.

Jeanne Bain returns with this popular workshop. This facilitated conversation will use sharing and experiential exercises to get clear on what you want and don’t want at the end of your life. Expect lively discussions, laughter, and support, as we discuss this important topic!
Friendship store
$5/free for Seward Co-op owners
Jeanne Bain, M.A.; End of Life specialist, trainer and consultant

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.

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.

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