Long beach days, family potlucks, and picnics with friends are all pieces of what makes summer in Minnesota worth the wait. Whether you’re packing a cooler or firing up the grill, Seward Co-op has what you need to make the season memorable, starting with the people who grow and make it.
August is here, and along with welcoming the thick of summer, we’re celebrating National Goat Cheese Month! Why August? According to the American Goat Federation, August can be an especially notable month for goat cheese due to the wide variety of food choices available to goats this time of year. Access to summer’s bounty can…
Minneapolis is a treasure trove of outdoor activity year-round, and no more so than in the summer. A 2025 study from the Trust for Public Land showed that 99% of Minneapolis residents live within a half mile (or six blocks) from a public park. While these green spaces are wonderful places to enjoy the outdoors,…
Who said you had to stick to the original? Maybe you’ve got a serious sweet tooth, or maybe you’re more of a savory snacker. Whatever your preference, there’s a s’more out there for everyone. A Twist on the Classic The classic is classic for a reason, but a few swaps can take your s’mores game…
Amy’s Kitchen has voluntarily recalled their Light in Sodium Lentil Soup due to a packaging defect. The recalled Amy’s Organic Light in Sodium Lentil Soup may have been sold at both stores between August 10, 2024 – June 12, 2026. If you bought this product from Seward Co-op during that time, it will be fully…
Just Date has voluntarily recalled their Organic Date Syrup because of loose bottle closures on their packaging that allowed product leakage. The recalled Just Date Organic Date Syrup may have been sold at both stores between March 25 – June 23, 2026. If you bought this product from Seward Co-op during that time, it will…
Summertime…and the living’s easy. This time of year is bursting with things to explore and things to do. Get creative and crafty, or enjoy the great outdoors before a chill in the air reappears. Regardless, the best adventures happen when you get curious about the world around you. Let’s go!
Friendship store Grocery Manager Shawn K. (he/him) knows that cooperation can transform a grocery store from being a place where you merely buy food to a community hub. After spending time working in conventional grocery stores just outside of Minneapolis, his partner introduced him to the idea of a cooperative grocery store. “I loved the…
What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It’s also known as Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, and Freedom Day. Although Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation was issued Jan. 1, 1863, it was not always enforced. This left many enslaved people in bondage for another two and a half years,…
Come meet this month’s SEED recipient. Learn about their work and ask questions, and say “yes!” to rounding up for them at the registers when you check out!
