NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Central Iowa supports, educates and advocates for individuals living with mental illness and their family members at no charge to the participants. This non-profit 501(c)3 organization has expanded to serve Ames, ISU students, and residents throughout 14 central Iowa counties through their educational classes, support groups, public presentations [...]
Extra deals just for member-owners! Preorder sale cases by 12pm, May 15th. Download Member-Owner Extras as a PDF
Spring into Wellness Spring is a time of renewal and rejuvenation, making it the perfect time to focus on your wellness. Here are some helpful ideas the spring season. Get Outside: Take advantage of the warmer weather and longer days by spending time outside. Go for a [...]
Sunday, May 25 Chef's Choice Monday, May 26 Garlic Pepper Chkn ng White Bean Cass vgn ng Pepper Tofu vgn ng Tuesday, May 27 Cheesy Mac & Beef Vegan Mac vgn Baked Beans Wednesday, May 28 Greek Meatloaf Ratatoulli vgn ng Rstd Potato vgn ng Thursday, May 29 Cheesy Chkn & Pasta Kale Lentils vgn ng Lemon Dill Tofu [...]
Sunday, May 18 Chef's Choice Monday, May 19 Chkn Artichoke Cass Lentils vgn ng Veg of the Day vgn ng Tuesday, May 20 Chkn Enchiladas Green Enchilada Pie Black Beans vgn ng Mexican Rice vgn ng Wednesday, May 21 Chicken Stir Fry ng Coco Curry Kale vgn ng White Rice vgn ng Thursday, May 22 Sweet Jerk Chkn ng Sweet [...]
Join us for a foraging class at Onion Creek Farm, where we’ll explore the natural abundance of edible and medicinal plants growing in our local landscape. Led by Crystal Jewell, a Neuroscience Graduate Student at Iowa State and Science Communicator, this class will teach you how to identify, harvest, and use a variety [...]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and there's no better time to learn more about mental health resources in your community. Join NAMI Central Iowa for an informative session where we’ll share who we are, what we do, how we support individuals and families affected by mental illness, and the changes coming in [...]
April 16th Meeting Highlights Sales in March 2025 were the highest month ever, being 6.31% higher than last March. A total of 52 new equity member-owners and 13 new student discount program participants were added in the March in conjunction with the two week Mini-Member Drive which took place from March 1-15. In honor of Earth [...]
Growing Pains April 2025 Produce Parable By Adam Calder, Wheatsfield Produce Manager There are many benefits to starting your own seedlings. It is economical, as a packet of seeds readily provides a family with enough food for a season for just a few dollars. The cost is even lower if you save your own [...]
Earth Day Bulk Sale, April 24 - April 26 Hey Member-Owners and Student Discount - get ready to stock up and save! Stock your pantry with all your favorite bulk staples and save 15%! Stock up on beans, seeds, nuts, dried fruit, grains, granolas, chocolates, candy, coffees, teas, herbs and spices, bulk body care, [...]
