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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
Ames Public Library Friends Foundation April 2025 Change for Community Recipient The Ames Public Library Friends Foundation (APLFF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that supports Ames Public Library through fundraising, volunteering, and advocacy. Funds raised by APLFF helps support programs for children, youth and adults throughout the year, including book clubs, speakers, and cultural [...]
March 26th Meeting Highlights The mini-Member Drive in the first few weeks of March was successful with approaching 50 new member-owners added so far this month. Results from the most recent Customer Experience survey showed that overall satisfaction with the Co-op experience remains strong, though shoppers continue to be frustrated by the Co-op’s [...]
Spring Cleaning, Naturally! Recipes care of Aura Cacia & Dr. Bronner's With warmer weather comes the perfect time to refresh your home! Make the switch to eco-friendly cleaning with simple, effective essential oil-based recipes. Not only are they nontoxic and budget-friendly, but they also leave your space smelling fresh and uplifting. Find Aura Cacia [...]
Greetings from your Wheatfield Board of Directors With March being Member Appreciation Month, I want to thank you for your membership and continued support of your Co-op. In celebration, we held our March Appreciation Event on Saturday, March 15th. It was a great opportunity for Wheatsfield to thank you, and to show appreciation for [...]
March Appreciation Celebration! Join us on Saturday, March 15 from 10am-2pm to celebrate you! Enjoy giveaways, samples, kid’s scavenger hunt, visit with local vendors and more! Cheese Madness Final Voting! Local Producers 10am - 2pm Beeler's Pure Pork, Le Mars, IA. Dimitri Wines, Davenport CADO, Fairfield The Cellar Winery, Madrid Milton Creamery, Milton Old Capitol Tofu, [...]
