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UID:35130-1715707800-1715713200@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:Class - NAMI Central Iowa Presents: In Our Own Voice
DESCRIPTION:May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Please join us for NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Central Iowa presents: In Our Own Voice\, a presentation that changes attitudes\, assumptions and ideas about people with brain health conditions. These free presentations provide a personal perspective of brain health conditions\, as leaders with lived experience talk openly about what it’s like to have a mental health condition. People have an opportunity to hear open and honest perspectives on a highly misunderstood topic and a chance to ask presenters questions\, allowing for a deeper understanding of brain health conditions and dispelling stereotypes and misconceptions.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-nami-central-iowa-presents-in-our-own-voice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T193000
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SUMMARY:Class: Mindful Eating with Wild Foods with Crystal Jewell
DESCRIPTION:Join neuroscientist and mindfulness instructor\, Crystal Jewell\, for an interactive exploration on mindful eating through the lens of wild foods\, including lion’s mane mushrooms\, purslane\, & dandelion. Learn how wild foods alter our nervous system\, foster a sense of belonging\, and create resilient communities as we settle into the moment and taste the land we live on.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-mindful-eating-with-wild-foods-with-crystal-jewell/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T190000
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UID:35425-1717608600-1717614000@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS: Herb Walk at Brookside Park
DESCRIPTION:Interested in deepening your knowledge of the medicinal plants growing in our backyard? Take a walk through Brookside Park alongside herbalist and retired RN\, Nancy Beatty. Nancy will point out and educate attendees on the medicinal flora we encounter along the way.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-herb-walk-at-brookside-park/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240606T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240606T190000
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UID:35345-1717695000-1717700400@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:[CANCELLED] CLASS: Introduction to Sous Vide Cooking at Home
DESCRIPTION:Join father & daughter team\, Gina and Jim\, as they demonstrate the simplicity and flexibility of sous vide cooking. Literally translating to “under a vacuum\,” sous vide uses a temperature-controlled circulator to slowly and perfectly cook vacuum-sealed ingredients\, all while retaining their nutrients. Gina and James will prepare chicken street tacos\, pork tenderloin\, mashed potatoes\, and carrot soup for you to try. Learn about this minimalist and relatively inexpensive technique to prepare perfectly-cooked sous vide meals in your own home!
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-introduction-to-sous-vide-cooking-at-home/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240611T190000
DTSTAMP:20240514T153544Z
CREATED:20240514T153544Z
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UID:35347-1718128800-1718132400@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS - Balancing Act: Optimizing Calcium & Magnesium Levels for Stress
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that every body comes equipped with its very own stress management system? It’s true! However\, all too often\, we find ourselves leaving the stress ‘lights’ on all day\, which inevitably drains our system. Join nutrition therapist\, Theresa Munkvold\, for an engaging session where we’ll explore how stress impacts our bodies and delve into the crucial roles of calcium and magnesium in stress management. Together\, we’ll embark on a journey to assess our individual stress systems and discover effective strategies to manage and optimize them. Get ready for an enlightening and enjoyable experience!
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-balancing-act-optimizing-calcium-magnesium-levels-for-stress/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T190000
DTSTAMP:20240514T154036Z
CREATED:20240514T154036Z
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UID:35349-1718731800-1718737200@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS - Spice Up Your Life: Kimchi Making Class
DESCRIPTION:As a terrific food for anyone looking to improve gut health\, kimchi has become increasingly popular in the western world. It is one of the oldest fermented foods in the world and arguably one of the tastiest! Join a local dietitian in the kitchen to learn to create this Korean side dish\, and also learn about the enormous nutritional benefits it can provide you! Everyone takes home a fresh jar of kimchi to let ferment at home.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-spice-up-your-life-kimchi-making-class/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T190000
DTSTAMP:20240611T212016Z
CREATED:20240611T211006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T212016Z
UID:35560-1721151000-1721156400@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS: Health from an Eastern Medicine Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Learn what the logic of Acupuncture and Traditional Eastern Medicine can do for improving your health. Valerie works full-time helping people understand the cause of their health problems and what they can do to improve. Acupuncture treatments and professional herbal formulas\, as health care options\, are also explained. Short stories of successful health improvements will be shared and discussed. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-health-from-an-eastern-medicine-perspective/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T190000
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UID:35562-1721323800-1721329200@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS: Feeding Your Toddler
DESCRIPTION:Join a local dietitian and learn about the nutrition priorities for your toddler. We will discuss shopping and cooking for your young children\, as well as the roles you play in developing your child’s eating habits and relationship with food. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-feeding-your-toddler/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T190000
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UID:35564-1721928600-1721934000@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS: Small Batch Canning
DESCRIPTION:If you enjoy eating in season\, this is the way to enjoy the bounty of the harvest all year long. We’re talking a few jars at a time\, no big deal\, no fancy equipment. This class is for CSA subscribers who love supporting their local farmers but can’t get through their share each week; it’s for gardeners with postage-stamp sized plots\, for farmers’ market regulars and for people who want to learn how to can but are intimidated by the process and scale. If you can boil water\, you can stock your pantry with fresh goodies for every season. The techniques you will learn in this class are applicable to both fruits and veggies. You will have an amazing pantry to draw from when it’s cold again — and Wheatsfield Co-op has everything you need from jars to pickling seasoning to pectin! Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly Class. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-small-batch-canning/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T190000
DTSTAMP:20240905T152715Z
CREATED:20240905T152715Z
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UID:36114-1726594200-1726599600@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS - Vegetarian Cooking with Global Flavors
DESCRIPTION:In this class\, you will learn how to cook healthy and delicious recipes with Rama Sridhar. Rama will discuss vegan and gluten free alternates to these recipes. The focus of the class will be on learning how to use seasonal vegetables in dishes that are high in flavor and nutrition and are good for one’s health and the environment. Rama will be using a variety of spices from all around the world in these recipes. \nSign up here!
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-vegetarian-cooking-with-global-flavors/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T190000
DTSTAMP:20240923T193046Z
CREATED:20240905T162331Z
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UID:36116-1727371800-1727377200@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS CANCELED - Fall Floral Trio
DESCRIPTION:CLASS CANCELED \nCome join us at Wheatsfield Cooperative for our Fall Floral Trio event! Get into the autumn spirit by creating beautiful floral arrangements with a seasonal twist. We will use repurposed items – a wooden shutter\, a glass jug\, and woven nest. You can style your pieces as a set or three separates. Each person’s design(s) will be distinctive to their personality. Children ten years and older are welcome with a grown-up. Please bring clippers\, scissors\, and an open mind. See you there! \nSign up here!
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-fall-floral-trio/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241106T190000
DTSTAMP:20241007T183612Z
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UID:36320-1730916000-1730919600@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:Taste of Iowa: Local Ciders & Seasonal Flavors
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of sampling Iowa’s finest ciders with Bronwyn! Sample a variety of ciders\, along with a special recipe using items from the co-op. Whether you’re a cider enthusiast or new to the world of hard cider\, this class offers a relaxed and flavorful way to celebrate Iowa ciders. \nTuesday\, November 6\, 6-7 PM \nRegister here! https://www.wheatsfield.coop/?post_type=tribe_events&p=36320&preview=true \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/taste-of-iowa-local-ciders-seasonal-flavors/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T190000
DTSTAMP:20241007T210157Z
CREATED:20241007T210157Z
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UID:36328-1732037400-1732042800@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS - Vegetarian Soups with Rama
DESCRIPTION:Warm up your culinary skills with our Fall Vegetarian Soup class! Join us for a delicious journey into the world of plant-based soups. This class is perfect for anyone interested in expanding their vegetarian recipe repertoire\, learning more about plant-based cooking\, or simply enjoying a fun and educational cooking experience.  \nSign up here!
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-vegetarian-soups-with-rama/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T190000
DTSTAMP:20241104T230231Z
CREATED:20241104T225914Z
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UID:36522-1733333400-1733338800@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:DIY: Herbal Gifts from Scratch
DESCRIPTION:Take your holiday gifting to the next level with handcrafted herbal apothecary goods\, made 100% from scratch by you! Using a plethora of natural\, nourishing\, and eco-friendly ingredients including beeswax\, plant-based oils\, butters\, and essential oils\, participants will make and take home three finished products\, including herbal bath bombs\, face masks\, and beeswax ornaments—along with complete recipes and instructions for product formulation at home. \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/diy-herbal-gifts-from-scratch/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T130000
DTSTAMP:20250107T200816Z
CREATED:20250107T200816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T200816Z
UID:36917-1736337600-1736341200@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR: Food is Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Food is Medicine: Nutrition for the New Year \nDr. Michael Bird \nStart your new year with expert advice on nutrition and wellness! Join Dr. Michael Bird\, a Family Medicine physician at McFarland Clinic\, for an engaging discussion on how food can support your health and well-being. Learn practical tips\, debunk common nutrition myths\, and explore strategies to make sustainable\, healthy lifestyle choices. \nThis is an online seminar offered by McFarland Clinic. Please rsvp HERE to attend or receive the recording if you are unable to make the live broadcast.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/free-webinar-food-is-medicine/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T190000
DTSTAMP:20250107T200356Z
CREATED:20241224T174147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T200356Z
UID:36774-1737655200-1737658800@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:FREE CLASS: Natural Solutions for Chronic Head & Neck Pain
DESCRIPTION:Have you been suffering from chronic headache and neck pain? Are you tired of being in chronic pain? Headache and neck pain are common for everyone. Let’s find out the natural solution together. I would like to invite you to join this interactive workshop where we are going to dive into: \n\nAnatomy and physiology of head and neck.\nCommon symptoms related to head and neck.\nCase studies of patients with chronic head and neck related symptoms(Headache\, Dizziness\, Neck pain\, etc)\nSelf-care tips to help you with chronic headache and neck pain.\nHead & neck treatment that ae specific to finding the cause of your pain.\n\nSign up here today! \n  \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Changwon Lee is a husband\, father\, and a Chiropractor who specializes in the NUCCA technique (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association) and therapeutic exercises. Dr. Lee graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic\, IA.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-natural-solutions-for-chronic-head-neck-pain/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T190000
DTSTAMP:20250109T191610Z
CREATED:20250108T192101Z
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UID:36928-1738863000-1738868400@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:CLASS - Ferment & Thrive: Beginner Sauerkraut
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on class you will learn about the process of lacto-fermentation and the wonderful benefits it imparts to your digestive system. SIGN UP HERE!
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/class-sauerkraut-101-lets-get-packing/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T190000
DTSTAMP:20250303T214012Z
CREATED:20250204T223253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T214012Z
UID:37158-1741109400-1741114800@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:COOKING CLASS: Delectable Fusion Desserts
DESCRIPTION:Join Vegetarian Chef Rama Sridhar as she shares her expertise in creating mouthwatering desserts\, including gluten-free and vegan options. Discover how she transforms treats with creative twists and learn the art of pairing spices to elevate your dessert game! \nMeet the Instructor! \nRama Sridhar is an expert chef in vegetarian cooking and has dedicated more than 40 years to communicating the benefits of vegetarian nutrition. Rama’s cooking is based on two fundamental principles: (a) develop recipes that excel in both nutrition and taste and (b) draw and use ideas from all over the globe to develop creative fusion foods. She is a guest Chef at a local restaurant – Lockwood Café – where she offers Indian and International foods. \nRama has a close connection to Ames. She has lived here for 35 plus years and received a Dietetics degree from Iowa State University. She is a diehard Cyclones fan. \nIf you have specific dietary restrictions\, please reach out to us in advance before signing up for the class at events@wheatsfield.coop or by calling the co-op at 515-232-4094 and speaking with Sheba Wright\, Education Coordinator. \nLimited substitutions can be made during the class.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/cooking-demonstration-delectable-fusion-desserts/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260316T173303Z
CREATED:20260309T211228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T173303Z
UID:39890-1776792600-1776798000@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:EARTH MONTH CLASS - Regrowing Veggies from Scraps
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to stretch the produce you are already using and help reduce food waste? Join Cole Lindaman from Seeded Ag and learn how to grow more food from the produce you are already purchasing and cook with the parts you normally toss out. By being creative\, you can combine traditional recipes with unique flavors and nutritional benefits. \nLearn how to: \n– Regrow green onions and lettuce. \n– Seed saving from heirloom plants. \n– Turn one potato into several. \nExpand your palate by learning to make: \n– Root veggie pesto \n– Homemade vegetable stock \n– Produce chips \nMeet the Instructor! \nCole Lindaman is a graduate student at Iowa State University pursuing a Master’s in Community & Regional Planning after earning a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. His work focuses on strengthening local food systems and connecting communities to the sources of their food. Cole is particularly interested in developing accessible forms of urban agriculture that foster community collaboration and sustainability. \nIf you have specific dietary restrictions\, please reach out to us in advance before signing up for the class at events@wheatsfield.coop or by calling the co-op at 515-232-4094 and speaking with Sheba Wright\, Education Coordinator.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/earth-week-class-growing-food-with-kitchen-scraps/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260309T211518Z
CREATED:20260309T211518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211518Z
UID:39892-1777197600-1777204800@www.wheatsfield.coop
SUMMARY:EARTH WEEK ACTIVITY: Stash the Trash in our Neighborhood
DESCRIPTION:NO RSVP NEEDED! Join Co-op Staff to Stash the Trash around the Co-op Neighborhood in honor of Earth Day! \nTrash bags and a snack provided \nPlease wear appropriate attire\, plastic gloves provided.
URL:https://www.wheatsfield.coop/event/earth-week-activity-stash-the-trash-in-our-neighborhood/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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