Welcome to Seward Co-op's new classroom! We are so thrilled to finally be able to offer classes to our members and the general community. Take a look at our course offerings below. We are continually adding new classes so be sure to check our website often for our newest postings.
You can register for classes at our Customer Service desk. ***
Read our teacher profiles here.
Upcoming Classroom Events:
February
Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss
Book Signing
Saturday, Feb. 6, 2-6 p.m.
Sid Korpi, Author
Korpi will be in the co-op to sign copies of her book, which melds her personal perspectives and astounding stories with those of professionals (such as veterinarians, animal communicators, and religious leaders) and other animal lovers the world over to help you make your pet-grieving process as positive as possible. Read her profile here.
Kombucha 101
Demonstration
Wednesday, February 10, 6:30-8:00
$40/$36 members
Barb Bredesen
Fermented foods have been used for thousands of years to bring good health to those that use them. If you have tasted the kombucha varieties from the co-op, perhaps you already know how beneficial it can be. This class offers tastes of many different variations of kombucha and instruction on how to make it. Class fee includes your own starter culture and a 1 liter bottle of Kombucha Divine.
Bread without Fear
Demo/Tasting
Thursday, February 11, 7-9:00 p.m.
$20/$17 members
David S. Cargo
Learn to bake bread from scratch with confidence. Learn the three essential skills for successful bread baking and how to avoid bread baking failures. Learn how to choose recipes, shape loaves, and enjoy fresh baked bread out of your own oven.
Cooking with a Pressure Cooker - Saving Time and Energy Use
Lecture, Demonstration
Saturday, February 13, 10:30 - 12:30
$15/$12 members
Martha Zemur, Co-op Member and Enthusiastic Pressure Cooker
This class will cover basic pressure cooking ‘how-to’. Participants will see a variety of pressure cookers and suggestions for their use. Participants will also see some pressure cooking in action with squash and with lentils. Plenty of time will be provided for discussion.
Quick Cakes and Bars
Demo/Tasting
Wednesday, February 17, 7-9:00 p.m.
$20/$17 members
David S. Cargo
Make delicious chocolate cakes, delightful oatmeal raisin bar cookies, and tasty pumpkin bars without the fuss of using a heavy-duty mixer. Learn how to make these with just a saucepan and a spoon or a mixing bowl and hand mixer. Simple recipes with easy techniques will “wow” your family and friends.
How to Shop the Co-op on a Budget
Lecture/Tour
Saturday, February. 20, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Claudia Rhodes, Events Coordinator, Seward Co-op
Has the iffy economy got you wondering if you’re getting the biggest bang for your buck at the grocery store? Get the inside scoop on how to squeeze more out of a dollar while still eating healthfully here at Seward Co-op. Earn a money saving Co-op coupon, too. Free to All. Pre-registration at Customer Service required. Co-Sponsored with Minneapolis Community Education: Pratt School
Multigrain Breads
Demo/Tasting
Thursday, February 25, 7 – 9:00 p.m.
$20/$17 members
David S. Cargo
Learn to bake multigrain breads with interesting flavors and shapes. Learn three different methods for combining different grains into the same loaf. Learn about enhancing the flavor of breads with starters and added ingredients.
March
Foods to Reduce Pain and Inflammation
Wednesday, March 3, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
$30/$25 members
Led by an Instructor from Nutritional Weight and Wellness, St Paul
Do you have stiff joints, achy muscles and inflammation? Your food choices affect pain and inflammation levels more than you realize. Learn the importance of balancing blood sugar to manage inflammation. Understand why processed carbohydrates increase pain and inflammation and discuss how to replace processed foods with real foods. Discover the role of therapeutic Omega 3 fats and key minerals, such as magnesium. This class was developed by Darlene Kvist, a licensed nutritionist with 30 years of experience and host of the popular Dishing Up Nutrition radio show on FM107.1. This course qualifies for 2.4 continuing education credits for registered nurses. RNs are responsible for determining whether this course meets their needs.
Greener is greener.
Lecture
Thursday March 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Kel Heyl, Studio Rebus Incorporated
Free to All, Pre-registration required.
We'll take a five step approach to greening your home. ‘Greener’ as in healthier for you, your family, and the planet... ‘greener’ as in saving you money. The first step is to improve fuel efficiency to reduce heating and cooling bills using Greener materials and techniques. The next steps are to improve the health of your home by reducing the environmental stressors. This should reduce your health costs. We’ll look at two approaches. One for the do-it-yourselfer and one requiring professional assistance. We’ll use one aspect of a completed project as a case study to demonstrate that Greener is greener. . .
It's Not Just What you Eat, But What You Digest
Lecture
Wednesday, March 10, 6:30-8:30
$20/$17 members
Katherine Krumwiede
Learn the top ten tips for improving your digestion to promote health and eliminate or reduce acid reflux, bloating, flatulence, sinus infections, and more. Even if you’re eating the best of foods but aren’t digesting them well, you’re not getting all the food has to offer.
How to Shop the Co-op on a Budget
Lecture/Tour
Free to All, Pre-registration at Customer Service required
Saturday, March 13, 11:00-12:00
Claudia Rhodes, Events Coordinator, Seward Co-op
Has the iffy economy got you wondering if you’re getting the biggest bang for your buck at the grocery store? Get the inside scoop on how to squeeze more out of a dollar while still eating healthfully here at Seward Co-op. Earn a money saving Co-op coupon, too.
Urban Chicken 101
Lecture
Wednesday, March 17, 6:30-8:30
$12/$10 members
Albert Bourgeois
Fresh eggs and crazy chicken antics are just two good reasons for keeping a few hens in the back yard. This class will cover everything you need to know to start up a small flock of chickens in your back yard, with an emphasis on coop design for weathering the cruel Minnesota winters.
Urban Chicken 102
Lecture
Thursday, March 18, 6:30-8:30
$12/$10 members
Albert Bourgeois
More topics for the backyard chicken enthusiast! This class will cover chick brooding, common chicken health problems, parasites, chicken tractors, pasture-raised poultry, and butchering. We’ll also discuss a number of handsome chicken breeds that have made their mark in American history.
Choosing Breast Health over Breast Cancer
Lecture
Wednesday, March 24, 6:30-8:30
$20/$17 members
Katherine Krumweide
When it comes to breasts, many of us may spend time worrying whether they are too small, too big, or other cosmetic issues. But how much time have we actually spent thinking about whether they are healthy or not? Many women think that breast cancer is inevitable. Not so!!! We’ll cover the issues that adversely affect breast health and steps to take to promote breast health.
April
Nutrition in Pregnancy
Lecture
Wednesday, April 7, 6-7:00
$15/$12 members
Diana McCleery
Good nutrition is the foundation of a healthy pregnancy for both mom and baby. Learn the nutritional needs of pregnancy, the place of supplementation, tips for eating in pregnancy, during labor, and more!
Spring Bike Tune-up
Lecture/Hands-On
Thursday April 15, 7:00-8:30
$5/$3 members
Lucas Jensen, The Hub Bike Co-op
Get your bicycle out of storage and ready to roll for another summer with this simple run-down from a professional Hub Bike Co-op mechanic. Learn how to fix flat tires, adjust your brakes and derailleurs, clean and grease your bike and more.
How to Shop the Co-op on a Budget
Lecture/Tour
Free to All, Pre-registration at Customer Service required
Saturday, April 17, 11:00-12:00
Claudia Rhodes, Events Coordinator, Seward Co-op
Has the iffy economy got you wondering if you’re getting the biggest bang for your buck at the grocery store? Get the inside scoop on how to squeeze more out of a dollar while still eating healthfully here at Seward Co-op. Earn a money saving Co-op coupon, too.
Kombucha 101
Demonstration
Monday, April 19, 6:30-8:00
$40/$36 members
Barb Bredesen
Fermented foods have been used for thousands of years to bring good health to those that use them. If you have tasted the kombucha varieties from the co-op, perhaps you already know how beneficial it can be. This class offers tastes of many different variations of kombucha and instruction on how to make it. Class fee includes your own starter culture and a 1 liter bottle of Kombucha Divine.
Looking Toward Summer: The Family First Aid Kit
Lecture
Wednesday, April 21, 7-8:30
$15/$12 members
Jackie Krammer
Homeopathy offers natural remedies to treat burns, injuries, bruises, sprains, cuts and stings. This class will cover what practical remedies every family should have in their home first aid kit, how to use them safely and effectively, and when to consult a professional. Learn more about how to treat your family with this safe and affordable option.
La Vita Verde ~ Greens cookery 101
Demonstration/Tasting
Thursday, April 22, 6:30-8:00
$25/$20 members
Nick Schneider
Finding it a challenge to eat those dark leafy greens everyone on is talking about? Either way, in this class you will gain an understanding of how to quickly and creatively prepare a variety greens for all your daily meals. Learn improvisational techniques and some culinary nuance from a professional chef as we explore a variety of greens through the culinary ethos of the Mediterranean, India and East Asia.
May
Bike Safety for the City Rider
Lecture/Hands-On
Thursday May 13, 7:00-8:30
$5/$3 members
Jason Tanzman, The Hub Bike Co-op
Get tips on lighting your bike, positioning yourself in traffic lanes and avoiding crashes while riding your bike. Learn the techniques and the regulations to follow for riding safely and legally on Minnesota streets from a League Cycling Instructor certified by the League of American Bicyclists.
How to Fix-a-Flat
Lecture/Hands-on
Thursday, May 27, 7:00-8:30
$5/$3 members
Lucas Jenson, The Hub Bike Co-op
A flat tire is one of the simplest repairs on a bicycle and one of the most commonly needed. A professional Hub mechanic will show you how to keep your bike on the road and out of the repair shop with the most effective tools and methods to replace and patch tubes, check your tires and install new tires.
June
July
August
La Vita Verde ~ Greens cookery 101
Demonstration/Tasting
Thursday, August 26, 6:30-8:00
$25/$20 members
Nick Schneider
Finding it a challenge to eat those dark leafy greens everyone on is talking about? Either way, in this class you will gain an understanding of how to quickly and creatively prepare a variety greens for all your daily meals. Learn improvisational techniques and some culinary nuance from a professional chef as we explore a variety of greens through the culinary ethos of the Mediterranean, India and East Asia.
*** Please pre-register at Customer Service, as space is limited. Prepayment of your class is required to reserve your spot. If you cancel prior to 48 hours before the class, a full refund will be given. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after the 48-hour deadline or for no-shows. If you have any questions, please contact Claudia Rhodes: crhodes@seward.coop
Note: Seward Co-op does not necessarily support or agree with the information or opinions given during the above presentations.
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