Monadnock Food Co-op

Peak into Peterborough
2025-10-18 08:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Peterborough, NH
Swing by Putnam and Depot Parks in Peterborough from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm for a fun day for the whole family! Organized by the Greater Monadnock Collaborative (Peterborough Events and Development Committee), you can’t miss this fall festival featuring a 5k race, vendors, a bouncy house, live music, a soup contest, hayrides, and a fashion show!

Peak Into Peterborough

80th Annual Celebration of The Cheshire County Conservation District
2025-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Alyson’s Orchard, 57 Alyson's Lane, Walpole, NH, 03608, United States
Celebrate 80 Years of Conservation in Cheshire County!
Registration is required and limited tickets are available – RSVP By October 8th!

Enjoy live music from local musicians!
Participate in our auction of locally donated items!
Celebrate our awardees: Wendy Ward, 2025 Educator of the Year and Manning Hill Farm, 2025 Cooperator of the Year!
Join us to hear stories from community members involved in CCCD’s programs!
Enjoy a catered dinner from CC&D’s kitchen! Including dessert!
Connect with community, both old friends and new!
Learn more about ways to support CCCD’s conservation programs and help further our impact!

We look forward to sharing our exceptional collection of local auction items with you! Previous auction items included gift baskets, paintings, framed photographs, gift cards, handmade pottery and quilted items, and many, many more!
To get in touch about the auction, contact Ellinore Todd Long:
ellinore@cheshireconservation.org or 603-904-3011
Thank you for helping make this a fun and exciting event to further benefit conservation efforts in Cheshire County!

Badger's 30th Birthday Open House!
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | W.S. Badger Co., 768 Route 10, Gilsum, NH, 03448, United States
Celebrate Badger’s 30th Birthday on October 25th from 9am-noon!

2025 Monadnock Food Co-op Annual Meeting
2025-10-30 17:00 - 19:30 | Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
RSVP HERE!
All are welcome! Come join us in Heberton Hall at the Keene Public Library for our 2025 Monadnock Food Co-op Annual Meeting! Connect with fellow Member-Owners, hear updates on our Co-op, and enjoy dinner and drinks!
5:00 pm: Complimentary drinks, appetizers, and dinner featuring live music from Randy Miller!
Beer and wine provided by Fireworks!
House-made charcuterie, salad, soup, and rolls!
House-made dinner:

Roasted Cider Brined Chicken with Apple Pie Glaze
Acorn Squash Lasagna Boats with Lentil Bolognese
Maple Roasted Potatoes & Pepitas
Autumn Roasted Vegetable Medley
Vegan Butternut & Apple Bisque with Cilantro Pesto

5:45 – 6:45 pm: Welcome from our Board of Directors and General Manager, Business Meeting, Q&A, Cooperator of the Year Award, Board of Directors election results
Celebrate our Cooperator of the Year: Farmers Helping Farmers!
6:45 pm: Dessert and coffee break
Frisky Cow Gelato!
House-made apple crisp and shortbread cookies!
6:40 pm: Celebrating the International Year of Co-ops: Guest speakers present local cooperative initiatives in banking, consumer packaged goods, and housing
Learn about other community-owned organizations: Tree-Free Greetings, Tanglewood Estates, and Savings Bank of Walpole!
7:30 pm: Closing remarks
Click Here To See The Parking Map

11th Annual MDS Run~Walk~Smile
2025-11-01 09:00 - 13:00 | The Starting Line, 97 Railroad St, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Join us on Saturday, November 1st as the 11th Annual MDS Run~Walk~Smile once again joins forces with the Flutie 5K for Autism in Keene, NH! Come out and run, walk, and smile at this fun, family-friendly event in the Monadnock Region. Together with our sponsors and donors, this year’s collaboration with the Flutie 5K will once again make a difference in the Monadnock Region disability community. All funds raised will benefit the unmet dental needs of adults with developmental disabilities!
LEARN MORE HERE

REAPing the Benefits of Farm Grant Opportunities!
2025-11-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Monadnock Food Co-op, 34 Cypress Street, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Join the Cheshire County Conservation District in our Co-op Community Room to learn about resources for small businesses and farmers in NH!
Discover how the USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) is revolutionizing support for small businesses and farmers in New Hampshire. Rising energy costs are a pressing concern, but with REAP, renewable energy and efficiency technologies are within reach. Clean Energy NH (CENH) is available to guide you through accessing these crucial funds, ensuring resilience, stability, and long-term energy savings. During this in-person workshop, you’ll uncover the wealth of opportunities available through REAP. Learn from successful projects, grasp the ins and outs of the application process, and benefit from Clean Energy NH’s expert support every step of the way. We will also outline initial actions to prepare your application and provide insights on federal tax credits.
Cheshire County Conservation District staff will also provide an overview of 2026 grant opportunities including the Monadnock Food Co-op Farm Fund and NH Conservation District Climate Resilience Grant.

Girl Scout Food Drive!
2025-11-08 08:00 - 11:00 | NH
The Winchester Girl Scouts will be holding a food drive in front of the Co-Op this Saturday from 8-11am!
An emergency food pantry is being set up to support approximately 70 families in Winchester who have been affected by the current SNAP funding pause. We are in urgent need of meat and protein items for these families, and the girls are eager to help by collecting donations from the community.

Fenton Family Food Drive
2025-11-22 09:00 - 14:00 | NH
No donation is too small!
This year’s wish list:
sliced bread, gluten free bread, gluten free pasta, gluten free snacks, shelf stable almond/oat/rice milk, dry soups, canned tuna/chicken/fruit, cooking oils, box cereal, canned meals, shelf stable yogurt, snacks (peanut butter crackers, etc.), 100% juice boxes, cereal bars, cereal cups
Support The Community Kitchen through the Fenton Community Food Drive on Saturday, November 22nd from 9am-2pm at the Co-op!

Building Communities In Trying Time - Monadnock DEIB Coalition
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Heberton Hall, 60 Winter Street, Keene, 03431
Join a community conversation event hosted by the Monadnock DEIB Coalition. Click here for more information!

Date: November 22, 2025
Time: 10:00am- Noon

Location: Keene Public Library- Heberton Hall

Closed for THANKSGIVING
2025-11-27 | NH
🍂 We are closed today, November 27th, for Thanksgiving. Everyone at the Co-op wishes you a happy and safe holiday! 🦃

Christmas with the Cows at Brookford Farm
2025-11-29 11:00 - 17:00 | NH
Brookford Farm Christmas with the Cows event – a celebration of our animals returning to their winter housing from their green pastures.
Sat/Sun, Nov 29 & 30, 11am – 5pm, Brookford Farm, 250 West Rd, Canterbury, NH
Get into the holiday spirit with family friendly DIY’s crafts, delicious farm fresh food, holiday music and specialty gifts. This is the perfect event for families looking for a unique Christmas experience. The market will be set up inspired by the Strietzelmarkt (German Christmas Market) originating out of Dresden, Germany.
Events include: Christmas Caroling with the Cows • Live Music • Bonfire • Tractor Rides and more!
Available for Purchase: Farm to Table Foods including traditional German cuisine (Opa’s Goulash, Oma’s Dresdner Stollen, Quark Balls, Sauerkraut & German Wurst, Hot Mulled Punch)
German Christmas Market – Specialty items and gifts DIY Candles Christmas Tree Sales • Make your own Wreaths • Make your own Gnome Homes

Farm Fund Virtual Informational Session! ​
2025-12-04 16:00 - 18:00 | NH
The Monadnock Food Co-op Farm Fund program, in partnership with the Cheshire County Conservation District, is now accepting applications from local farmers. Currently, in its tenth year, the fund has supported 28 farms in the Monadnock Region!

The Monadnock Food Co-op Farm Fund’s mission is to support local farmers in increasing sustainable food production and wholesale sales to contribute to a thriving local farm economy. This grant supports several of the Co-op’s goals, including building a healthy, sustainable food system, supporting local farmers and producers, and contributing to a strong, sustainable, and improving local economy.

Interested farmers are invited to the online informational session!
Applications are due February 1, 2026 and materials will be made available on November 1st: https://www.cheshireconservation.org/farm-fund

Presented by the Cheshire County Conservation District and Monadnock Food Co-op.

When: Dec 04, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: On Zoom

Cost: Free, Registration Required

Feast on This Film Festival 2025
2025-12-06 12:00 - 20:30 | NH
The Monadnock Farm and Community Coalition will be hosting a FREE film festival in the Co-op Community Room on Dec 6 from 12pm to 8:30pm!
The fest will be filled with delicious, locally sourced, finger food and captivating films including short documentaries for children about the importance of bees, maple sugaring, and gardening! Children’s shorts will run from 12pm – 1pm.
Locally made ice cream or gelato and other treats will make the viewing experience even more fun!
More information coming soon, click here!

Monadnock Agricultural Policy Forum
2026-01-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Road, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Calling all policymakers, farmers, and those with a passion for small farms and local food!
Join the Monadnock Farm and Community Coalition and the Cheshire County Farm Bureau at Stonewall Farm for dinner and a roundtable conversation about issues affecting farm businesses. Don’t miss this chance to engage with like-minded individuals and gain new perspectives on important issues facing the agricultural community. Register now to secure your spot!

This is a event is free. Dinner will be served! Tickets are required, click here.
Please email coordinator@mfccoalition.org for more information!

Community Dinner!
2026-01-22 16:00 - 19:00 | NH
Our Co-op Community Dinners are back!! We are excited to invite YOU ALL for a delicious meal at our Co-op. Our Prepared Foods team will be serving Housemade Turkey Pot Pies and Vegetarian Lentil Pot Pies with a side of Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Garlic Green Beans for only $6/plate! We will open up the meeting rooms for additional seating, so there will be plenty of space for everyone.
Save the date on your new 2026 calendar, make plans to meet a friend, and join us for a warm, hearty winter meal!

Keene Snow and Ice Festival
2026-02-07 11:00 - 17:00 | NH
The 23rd Annual Keene Ice and Snow Festival will be on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Keene!
Swing by the Co-op to participate in the yeti scavenger hunt and draw mandalas in the amphitheater!
Here and Now Mandalas from 11 am-4 pm
Join Sophie Sanders Studio in drawing mandalas with sand and stencils on 50lb blocks of ice. The event is free and family-friendly. All materials will be provided.

Love is in the Fleece – Shearing Day at Stonewall Farm!
2026-02-14 09:00 - 14:00 | Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Road, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Sheep Shearing & Wool Prep Day
Date: Saturday, February 14th
Time: 9 AM start – approx 1:30/2 PM
Location: Stonewall Farm (Red Barn side of Chesterfield Rd.)
Looking for a fun way to spend Valentine’s morning? Come fall in love with farm life! Help us shear our adorable sheep and prepare their fluffy wool for spinning, all while enjoying the cozy vibes of Stonewall Farm.
What you’ll do:

Help gently handle and care for the sheep during shearing
Skirt and bag the freshly shorn wool (we will have rubber gloves available)
Learn about wool processing and sustainable farming

Who should come: Everyone! No experience needed, we’ll show you the ropes. Perfect for couples, friends, or solo volunteers who love animals and getting their hands a little fuzzy!
Bonus: Hot Cocoa and Coffee, sweet treats, and plenty of sheepy snuggles to get your heart racing.
RSVP: Walk-in volunteers welcome, but a heads-up would be appreciated so we know how many supplies to have on hand. RSVP to sam@stonewallfarm.org
Spend your Valentine’s Day giving a little love… to our sheep and to your community.

Show Some Love for Your Plants - Presented by Cheshire Floral Farm at Stonewall Farm!
2026-02-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Road, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a little plant love and a festive drink! Whether you are doting on a favorite houseplant or trying to revive one that has seen better days, this hands-on workshop is all about caring, nurturing, and growing what you love.
Participants will learn the basics of houseplant care including light, watering, soil, and when to repot, along with an introduction to some newer and trending houseplant varieties. We will also explore easy propagation techniques so you can share the love and grow your collection. Bring one or two houseplants from home for personalized advice and troubleshooting, or simply come ready to learn. Everyone will take part in a propagation activity and go home with 5 to 6 newly started plants to grow and enjoy. Each participant will be welcomed with a mimosa or mocktail to enjoy during the workshop. Perfect as a gift to yourself, a fun outing with a friend, or a unique Valentine’s experience for plant lovers of all kinds.
A selection of house plants will be available for purchase including Snake Plants, Cactus, Philodendron, Rubber Trees, Wandering Dude, Succulents, Peperomia, and many others. If there’s a specific plant you’re hoping to find, let us know and we’ll do our best to bring it along (subject to availability).
Details:

Saturday, February 14th, 2026
11am (approximately 1.5-2 hours)
Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Rd, Keene, NH. In the Learning Center, first floor (same building as the Farm Store)
$45/person

Space is limited. Advanced registration required: https://www.ticketsignup.io/w/StonewallFarm
Cheshire Floral Farm is a small family nursery located in Marlborough, NH, and has been in business since 1980 selling Annuals, Perennials, Vegetable Starters, Fall Mums, and Christmas Decorations including Wreaths, Trees, and other Holiday Decorations. During the Holiday Season, they make over 1500 pieces of Holiday decorations from locally sourced Balsam Fir.
Questions? Email sam@stonewallfarm.org.

Seed Celebration and Sustainable Community Fair!
2026-02-28 08:30 - 16:30 | 640 Route 10, Gilsum, NH, 640 Route 10, Gilsum, NH, United States
The garden of your dreams starts on Saturday, February 28th, with the 19th Annual Seed Celebration and Sustainable Community Fair, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. at the Gilsum STEAM Academy, 640 Route 10, Gilsum, NH.
Come for the day, or just an hour, to celebrate the miracle of seeds and gardening with The Sustainability Project. Farmers, gardeners, and activists working for sustainable and regenerative ways of living on the planet have come to know this event as a great opportunity for joyful networking. Participants will have the opportunity to receive support planning their gardens and stock up on seeds. There will be lunchtime music and a café featuring soups, stews and baked goods from local restaurants and kitchens, including Orchard Hill Breads, to nourish all. As customary, a bountiful raffle has been made possible by generous local businesses.
More information can be found on their website and Facebook!

Seed Swap at Orchard Hill!
2026-03-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Orchard Hill Community, East Alstead, NH, 03431, United States
You don’t have to bring seeds to participate ($5 suggested donation)!
Date: Saturday, March 14
Time: 10AM-1PM
Location: 114 Old Settlers Rd, Alstead NH
Presented by: The Center at Orchard Hill

New Hampshire Environmental Educators Spring Conference and Annual Meeting!
2026-03-30 09:00 - 16:00 | Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Road, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Join us at Stonewall Farm on Monday, March 30th from 9AM-4PM for workshops, discussions, and networking hosted by New Hampshire Environmental Educators!
Find more information here: 2026 Spring Conference and Annual Meeting

Celebrate National Banana Day at the Cheshire Children's Museum!
2026-04-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Cheshire Children’s Museum, 149 Emerald St, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Swing by the Cheshire Children’s Museum for all sorts of Banana Day activities including crafts, storytime, and snacks!
Learn more about local artist, Hannah Banana!
Learn more about Papa Joe the Storyteller!

HEN Film Screening with MONIFF
2026-04-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Peterborough Community Theatre, 6 School Street Peterborough NH, 6 School St, Peterborough, NH, 03458, United States
REGISTER TO ATTEND FREE

Join us for the free in-person screening of HEN.
WHEN: Friday, April 17, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Community Theatre, 6 School Street
Post Film Discussion & Book Signing: Sy Montgomery, Naturalist and Award-Winning Author
Attendance is free, but space is very limited, so registration is required.
LEARN MORE HERE!

Hundred Nights Community Outreach & Informational Event
2026-04-18 09:30 - 12:00 | Keene State College, Putnam Science Center, Room 101, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
When: Saturday, April 18, 2026
9:30am – Sign-in & Community Connecting
10am to noon – Event
Where: Keene State College, Mabel Brown Room
About the Event:
Hosted in collaboration with the Keene State College Sociology Service Learning Class, “Homelessness in NH and the US,” this event will discuss the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness, the resources available to them through our organization, community, and state, and the ways we can all contribute in order to make a meaningful change.
Through conversation and personal stories, along with practical information, we aim to reduce the stigma and strengthen our community’s commitment to compassion and inclusion.
Whether you are a long-time donor, a dedicated volunteer, a local business owner, or a concerned neighbor, your presence is vital to this conversation.
Admission is free and open to the public, but space is limited! Please Register HERE, so we can properly prepare to welcome you to this important conversation.
We look forward to standing with you and the students of Keene State as we work toward a community where every neighbor has a place to call home.

2026 Monadnock Region Earth Festival
2026-04-25 11:00 - 15:00 | NH
Join us for the 2026 Monadnock Region Earth Festival to celebrate our community’s commitment to preserving our planet and healthy living for all!
Festivities will be happening in and around the store, along the bike path, and Railroad Square!
Farmer’s market style festival with vendors and educational opportunities!
Enjoy live music from Swing Caravan and The Lion Sisters!
Electric Vehicle and Bike Expo!
BBQ from MFC’s Prepared Foods Team!
Green Up Keene with The Board of Directors from 9 to 11am! Sign up HERE or just drop in!
MAXT Makerspace workshop in the Community Room!
Email Outreach@MonadnockFood.coop with any questions!

The Extraordinary Caterpillar!
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Keene Public Library, 60 Winter St, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Where: Ruth Huntress Auditorium at the Keene Public Library
When: 6-8pm
Join MONIFF, The Caterpillar Lab, and the Monadnock Food Co-op for a special screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar, a beautifully shot 60-minute documentary that reveals the vital—and often overlooked—role nature’s tiniest and mightiest superheroes play in our ecosystems.

From blooming meadows to city parks and backyard gardens, this inspiring film celebrates the magic of nature while showing families practical ways to make a difference. Along the way, you’ll see the groundbreaking work of The Caterpillar Lab, entomologist David Wagner, and Doug Tallamy, co-founder of Homegrown National Park.

Watch the trailer here! https://vimeo.com/1117213704
Learn more here!

Q+A with The Caterpillar Lab follows screening.

Seating is limited. Registration required at https://caterpillar.eventive.org/welcome

Questions? Email: dee@moniff.org

Electrify Monadnock Fund Launch Event
2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Heberton Hall, 60 Winter Street, Keene, 03431
Monadnock Sustainability Hub invites you to their Electrify Monadnock Fund Launch Event.
Find out about the NEW Electrify Monadnock Fund and how to apply for up to $7,000 in rebates for your home.
Meet Home Energy Coaches who can help with the application process and connect with local contractors offering energy-efficiency products and services.
The Electrify Monadnock Fund is a homegrown rebate program that empowers our community to make their homes healthier, more energy-efficient, and more resilient by supporting the transition away from fossil fuels.
Qualified homeowners can receive rebates for home energy-efficiency and electrification projects, including:

solar panels
heat pumps
electric appliances (to replace fossil fuels)
weatherization
electrical panel upgrades
electric vehicles

Discover how this fund helps make home electrification accessible to everyone, ensuring that our region leads the way in local climate solutions!
This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited.
RSVP Today!

CCCD for Cheshire Kids Farm Camp Scholarship
2026-06-04 11:00 - 14:00 | NH
Swing by the Co-op to chat with June’s Round It Up partner, Cheshire County Conservation District, to learn more about the Cheshire Kids Farm Camp Scholarship!
Round It Up donations will support the Cheshire Kids Farm Camp Scholarship, a program from Cheshire County Conservation District in partnership with Keene Housing Kids Collaborative. This scholarship offers an average of 20 local children financial assistance to attend a week at farm summer camp. A few of the camps include Stonewall Farm, Orchard Hill, and Kroka. These camps connect young people with agriculture and the natural world around them. They hope to inspire the next generation of local farmers and local food supporters by giving children an opportunity to attend a farm camp. They are given the opportunity to experience sustainable farming practices first-hand with hopes they will carry the knowledge gained from this memorable experience into adulthood.

Taste Of Keene!
2026-06-06 11:30 - 15:30 | Downtown Keene, Main Street, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Come find us at Taste Of Keene!

Pride Art Crawl!
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-28 | NH
Come check out an exhibit from local artist, Vince Coll, featured in the Pride Art Crawl! From June 12th – 28th, Keene’s second annual Pride Art Crawl will be in full swing to celebrate pride, creativity, and community! To complement his work, MFC will be hosting a staff art show as well. Come check out all the amazing pieces in our cafe!
Vince Coll is an artist currently residing in Swanzey, New Hampshire, with a main focus in expressive oil painting. Having grown up surrounded by woods, he often would find himself daydreaming nonsensical creatures to interact with as a child, which later on in life has affected his paintings. Most of his works include his own characters, mainly the Clentipede. In different real life scenarios, or interacting with real life objects and buildings that are consistently in his life. He is often inspired by the world around him, and how he can elevate it to match his daydreams.
