Skincare withSimplicity

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Enjoy an evening out at the co-op while we learn about (and try) toners, serums and moisturizers, all made organically and with care by local producer withSimplicity. While you play, enjoy a selection of summer sippable wines, presented by Brock Kappers. Class cost includes a take-home goody bag from withSimplicity. $25 or just $20 for Owners. Register online or in-store.

Harrisonburg Community Plant Swap

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Join us for a community plant swap – bring what you can and take what you need! Presented by Sustainability Matters.

Email sustainabilitymattersva@gmail.com with questions or to find out more.

“Grocery Story” by Jon Steinman – A Book Signing

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Join us for a book signing with Jon Steinman on Sunday June 2nd, from 11am to 3pm here at the Co-op. Afterward, the author will conduct a talk at 3:30 pm

Egg Dyeing for Kids

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Join us in the cafe and let the kids dye an egg to take home. Kari will have a fun, new technique for dyeing eggs this year. This is a FREE event.

Tasty Thursdays

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Join us for a tasting from our extensive selection of wine, cider and beer. Every Thursday from 3pm-6pm, we’ll feature something different – often from a local producer. FREE – ages 21 and over.

Make A Terrarium – THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL

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THIS CLASS IS FULL AND NOW CLOSED.

Join us for this new class designed by local florist and Friendly City Co-op employee, Amanda Tutwiler. You’ll learn how to make a terrarium using live plants and other fun additions! All materials are included in the cost of the class. As always, owners receive a $5 discount. Register in-store or online.

Co-op Kids! Cooking 10:30am and 2:00pm

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Join us on the second Saturday of each month, February- October, for Co-op Kids Cooking!

Each session we’ll prepare a kid friendly recipe followed by a related activity or game. The focus will be on developing safe and smart kitchen techniques. Every kid will receive a recipe, instructions or materials for the associated activity, as well as an apron badge showing what they learned that day. Aprons will be given out to each child at the first session they attend and your child will earn a badge for every class they attend.

NEXT SESSION: The next session is on Saturday, October 12, at 10:30am or at 2:00pm – you can attend either class. Please register here so we know you are coming and be sure to sign up for the time you prefer!

Ages 2 and up. This is a FREE event for our community.

Date Topic
February 9, 2019  Basic cooking skills – Measuring and following a recipe.
March 9, 2019 Using Kitchen Tools and Keeping things Clean
April 13, 2019 Food Groups
May 11, 2019 Baking
June 18, 2019 Cooking without a kitchen
July 13, 2019 Fruits and Veggies
August 10, 2019 Using a Skillet
September 14, 2019 Making Snacks
October 12, 2019 Making Fall Treats

 

 

Co-op Kids! Cooking 10:30am and 2:00pm

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Join us on the second Saturday of each month, February- October, for Co-op Kids Cooking! We’ll explore a different aspect each week and make a meal at the end of the session in October.

Each session we’ll prepare a kid friendly recipe followed by a related activity or game. The focus will be on developing safe and smart kitchen techniques. Every kid will receive a laminated recipe, instructions or materials for the associated activity, as well as an apron badge showing what they learned that day. Aprons will be given out to each child at the first session they attend and your child will earn a badge for every class they attend.

NEXT SESSION: The next session is on Saturday, September 14, at 10:30am or at 2:00pm – you can attend either class. Please register here so we know you are coming and be sure to sign up for the time you prefer!

Ages 2 and up. This is a FREE event for our community.

Date Topic
February 9, 2019  Basic cooking skills – Measuring and following a recipe.
March 9, 2019 Using Kitchen Tools and Keeping things Clean
April 13, 2019 Food Groups
May 11, 2019 Baking
June 18, 2019 Cooking without a kitchen
July 13, 2019 Fruits and Veggies
August 10, 2019 Using a Skillet
September 14, 2019 Making Snacks
October 12, 2019 Meal plan/ Grocery shop/Set a Table

 

 

Co-op Kids! Cooking 10:30am and 2:00pm

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Join us on the second Saturday of each month, February- October, for Co-op Kids Cooking! We’ll explore a different aspect each week and make a meal at the end of the session in October.

Each session we’ll prepare a kid friendly recipe followed by a related activity or game. The focus will be on developing safe and smart kitchen techniques. Every kid will receive a laminated recipe, instructions or materials for the associated activity, as well as an apron badge showing what they learned that day. Aprons will be given out to each child at the first session they attend and your child will earn a badge for every class they attend.

NEXT SESSION: The next session is on Saturday, May 11 at 10:30am (This class is now FULL) or at 2:00pm – you can attend either class. We’ll be learning about food groups and the kids will prepare mini-pizzas! Please register here so we know you are coming and be sure to sign up for the time you prefer!

Ages 2 and up. This is a FREE event for our community.

Date Topic
February 9, 2019  Basic cooking skills – Measuring and following a recipe.
March 9, 2019 Using Kitchen Tools and Keeping things Clean
April 13, 2019 Food Groups
May 11, 2019 Baking
June 18, 2019 Cooking without a kitchen
July 13, 2019 Fruits and Veggies
August 10, 2019 Using a Skillet
September 14, 2019 Meal plan/ Grocery shop/Set a Table
October 12, 2019 Putting it all together

 

 

Co-op Kids! Cooking 2:00pm (10:30am Class is FULL)

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Join us on the second Saturday of each month, February- October, for Co-op Kids Cooking! We’ll explore a different aspect each week and make a meal at the end of the session in October.

Each session we’ll prepare a kid friendly recipe followed by a related activity or game. The focus will be on developing safe and smart kitchen techniques. Every kid will receive a laminated recipe, instructions or materials for the associated activity, as well as an apron badge showing what they learned that day. Aprons will be given out to each child at the first session they attend and your child will earn a badge for every class they attend.

NEXT SESSION: The next session is on Saturday, August 10th at 10:30am or at 2:00pm – you can attend either class. We’ll be learning about cooking in a skillet and making pancakes. Please register here so we know you are coming and be sure to sign up for the time you prefer!

Ages 2 and up. This is a FREE event for our community.

Date Topic
February 9, 2019  Basic cooking skills – Measuring and following a recipe.
March 9, 2019 Using Kitchen Tools and Keeping things Clean
April 13, 2019 Food Groups
May 11, 2019 Baking
June 8, 2019 Cooking without a kitchen
July 13, 2019 Fruits and Veggies
August 10, 2019 Using a Skillet
September 14, 2019 Meal plan/ Grocery shop/Set a Table
October 12, 2019 Putting it all together