Brenda Backman Artist Bio Brenda Backman is a contemporary artist known for her evocative use of color and texture, creating immersive landscapes that explore the interplay between nature and emotion. Based in Story City, IA, she draws inspiration from her surroundings, transforming everyday scenes into vibrant, abstract interpretations. Brenda's artistic journey began at an [...]
Saturday, May 9 | 11AM-1PM | Around the Co-op! Celebrate World Fair Trade Day with YOUR Co-op! Check out our Spin-to-win Fair Trade Giveaway at the front, plus coffee, popcorn, snag a Fairtrade coupon and more! World Fair Trade Day Saturday, May 9, 2026 World Fair Trade Day is a global celebration [...]
Spring Wine Sale THURDAY, MAY 14 - SATURDAY, MAY 16 Member-Owners and Student Discount SAVE 15% on more that 200 wines from over a dozen countries! Choose from a wide selection of red, white, and rosé wines from some of the finest vineyards in the world. Many of our wines are organically grown from [...]
Sustainable Iowa Land Trust Protecting the future of farming in Iowa while promoting sustainable agriculture. The Sustainable Iowa Land Trust (SILT) was founded by 25 of the most respected leaders in food and agriculture, planning, and development. These leaders met to save and protect small, diverse, and clean farms that feed Iowans. Iowa imports nearly [...]
Earth Day Bulk Sale, April 23 - April 25 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, [...]
Make every day, Earth Day! Check out your co-op for Earth Month themed classes, sustainably geared information, learn about community initiatives, save in bulk, and take part in volunteer opportunities. This April, we have something for everyone — from hands-on classes like bike repair, regrowing veggies from scraps, and upcycling art, to free [...]
Prairie Rivers of Iowa Mission: To promote economic development through the restoration and conservation of Iowa’s cultural and natural resources. Prairie Rivers of Iowa is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that plays a unique role in Iowa. As one of the only nonprofit organizations focusing on both conserving our natural and cultural resources and building [...]
Red raspberries in the sun by wooden fence, credit: Fourmile Farm An interview with Gary Huber, Forman of Fourmile Farm, Ankeny, IA. Can you tell us a little about the history of Fourmile Farm and how it all began? Fourmile Berry Farm is based on a desire by the owners to bring [...]
Goat Cheese By: Co+op While now wildly popular, goat cheese isn't exactly a new invention. It's actually thought to be the oldest variety of cheese there is, with records of its existence in the Mediterranean dating as far back as 8,000 B.C. Worldwide, goat cheese is more popular than cow's milk cheese, partly because goats [...]
March Appreciation Celebration! Join us on Saturday, March 28 from 10am-2pm to celebrate you! Enjoy giveaways, samples, kid’s scavenger hunt, visit with local vendors and more! Local Producers 10am - 2pm Batch Balanced, Des Moines, IA. Beeler's Pure Pork, Le Mars, IA. Raccoon Forks Farms, Redfield, IA. Peverill's Apiary, Ankeny, IA. Picket Fence [...]
