Monadnock Food Co-op

Board of Directors Meeting
2026-03-16 16:45 - 18:45, 2026-02-16 16:45 - 18:45, 2026-01-19 16:45 - 18:45 (America/New_York)
Learn more about our Board of Directors here!
Please contact board@monadnockfood.coop or outreach@monadnockfood.coop if you would like to attend a meeting.

Randy Miller Live at the Co-op!
2026-03-14 23:00
Swing by our cafe to see Randy Miller play live at the Co-op on March 14th, 11 AM – 1 PM!

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

Spring Detox workshop with Dr Linda Kingsbury
2026-03-14 10:00 - 11:30
RSVP HERE!
Join us in the conference room for a FREE workshop to learn about traditional herbs to support the body’s natural cleansing pathways. You will also practice qi gong self massage for lymphatic system support.
No need to print or show your ticket, just show up!
This class is taught by local Herbalist, Linda Kinsbury, PhD. She brings you the gems of herbal wisdom gleaned from decades of teaching herbal medicine-making classes, herb walks, formulating and manufacturing herbal tinctures, teas, and salves.

St Patty's Day Sampling Day!
2026-03-13 16:00 - 18:00
Join us at the Co-op on March 13th from 4 – 6pm to try St Patty’s Day samples from:
☘️ Echo Farm pudding
☘️ FinAllie Ferments krauts
☘️ House-Made corned beef

Monadnock Peer Support Tabling
2026-03-11 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-11 11:00 - 13:00
Join Monadnock Peer Support at the Monadnock Food Co-op on the second Wednesday of each month at 11 am.
About Monadnock Peer Support:
Monadnock Peer Support was founded in 1995 as an alternative that complements and supplements the traditional mental health system. They are a member-driven organization that provides opportunities for people who experience mental health issues to support one another in moving towards what they want in life. They also establish a culture in which their members and participants feel more empowered and less dependent on traditional mental health care.
They also have a warm line, a free, confidential, non-medical peer support call line. You can call between 4 pm – 9pm, any day of the week and year. You can call the Warm Line at 603-352-5094.

Butterworks Farm Demo!
2026-03-06 11:00 - 13:00
Swing by the Co-op on March 6th from 11 am – 1 pm to try Butterworks Farm’s delicious, organic yogurts!

Maine Grains Demo!
2026-03-05 11:00 - 13:00
Swing by the Co-op to try waffles from Maine Grains on 3/5 from 11am-1pm!

All About Tallow!
2026-02-28 13:00 - 14:00
Join herbalist and tallow skin care maker Grace Krupkowski for a free, one-hour course on the benefits of using tallow for skin care. You will learn the steps in the process of making tallow as well as different herbal preparations for supporting different aspects of skin wellness. Grace will also talk about how tallow can be paired with herbal formulas that penetrate deep into the body for supporting ailments relating to chronic inflammation, pain, and more! This is a great opportunity to learn about holistic wellness alternatives and the Trilogy Tallow skin and body care product line.
Please RSVP here!

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!

The Olive Table Demo!
2026-02-27 11:00 - 13:00
Swing by the Co-op to sample olive oils from The Olive Table on Friday, February 27 from 11am-1pm!

Wine Demo!
2026-02-26 16:00 - 18:00
Swing by the Co-op on 2/26 from 4-6pm to sample wines from MS Walker!

Growers Meeting!
2026-02-25 13:00 - 16:00
Attention farmers and producers!
Join the Produce Team on Wednesday, February 25th at 1pm in the Co-op Conference Room to learn about and discuss the upcoming growing season!
If you are unable to attend or would prefer, you can schedule a one-on-one meeting with the Produce Management Team.
Please reach out to produce@monadnockfood.coop to let us know what will work best for you.
We look forward to meeting with you!

Please RSVP here!

The Sonntag Jazz Trio Live at the Co-op
2026-02-21 16:00 - 18:00
The Sonntag Jazz Trio, live in the Co-op Cafe from 4 to 6pm!

Origami Earring Making with MAXT Makerspace!
2026-02-19 17:30 - 19:00
RSVP HERE
No need to print your ticket, this is a FREE workshop!
Join us in the Co-op Community Room for an origami earring workshop with MAXT Makerspace!

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.

Randy Miller Live at the Co-op!
2026-02-14 11:00 - 13:00
Swing by our cafe to see Randy Miller play live at the Co-op on February 14th, 11 AM – 1 PM!

Heart Health Herbs & Holistic Self Care with Dr Linda Kingsbury
2026-02-14 10:00 - 11:30
RSVP HERE!
Join us in the conference room for a FREE workshop to learn about time-tested herbs and foods that can benefit blood pressure and cholesterol levels. You will also learn to practice qi gong self-massage for heart health.
No need to print or show your ticket, just show up!
This class is taught by local Herbalist, Linda Kinsbury, PhD. She brings you the gems of herbal wisdom gleaned from decades of teaching herbal medicine-making classes, herb walks, formulating and manufacturing herbal tinctures, teas, and salves.

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.

Local Love!
2026-02-12 15:00 - 18:00 | Monadnock Food Co-op, 34 Cypress Street, Keene, NH, 03431, United States
Join us in celebrating our love for local!
On Thursday, February 12th from 3 – 6 pm, enjoy an afternoon of live music, demos, samplings, sales & more!
💚 Live music from Swing Caravan
Samplings of local products from:
💚 One Earth Body Care
💚 Wulf’s Fish
💚 Norshire Farm
💚 Jack’s Crackers
💚 Outerlands Coffee
💚 O.W.L. Energy Bars
💚 My County Mushrooms
💚 Badger Balm
💚 Tavernier Chocolates
💚 Vermont Cheeseless
💚 TotumVos
💚 Pearl Lake Wine
💚 Provisions and Black River cheeses

Keene Snow and Ice Festival
2026-02-07 11:00 - 17:00
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.

Ice Dyeing with MAXT Makerspace!
2026-01-29 17:30 - 19:00
RSVP HERE
No need to print your ticket, this is a FREE workshop!
Join us in the Co-op Community Room for an ice dyeing workshop with MAXT Makerspace! Dye watercolor-like patterns into fabrics utilizing the snow from outside!

Randy Miller Live at the Co-op!
2026-01-24 11:00 - 13:00
Swing by our cafe to see Randy Miller play live at the Co-op on January 24th, 11 AM – 1 PM!

Community Dinner!
2026-01-22 16:00 - 19:00
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!

CITRUS CASE SALE!
2026-01-16 08:00 - 2026-01-17 17:00
The Citrus Case Sale returns!
Pre-sale orders will be open from December 28th – January 12th. Pick up January 16th & 17th!
PRE-ORDER NOW

Monadnock Peer Support Tabling
2026-01-14 11:00 - 13:00
Join Monadnock Peer Support at Monadnock Food Co-op on the second Wednesday of each month at 11 am.
About Monadnock Peer Support:
Monadnock Peer Support was founded in 1995 as an alternative that complements and supplements the traditional mental health system. They are a member-driven organization that provides opportunities for people who experience mental health issues to support one another in moving towards what they want in life. They also establish a culture in which their members and participants feel more empowered and less dependent on traditional mental health care.
They also have a warm line, a free, confidential, non-medical peer support call line. You can call between 4 pm – 9pm, any day of the week and year. You can call the Warm Line at 603-352-5094.

Power Foods for the Brain - cooking class and workshop with Dr Nora E Hanke
2026-01-12 16:00 - 18:00
RSVP HERE
Join Dr Nora E Hanke from Food For Life for a FREE workshop in our community room!
A decline in brain health is not an inevitable part of aging. How we eat and live can help us protect our memory and stay sharp into old age. In this Food for Life: Power Foods for the Brain class, you will learn strategies that can help maintain memory and improve brain function, including how to prepare brain health-promoting meals. Instructor Dr Nora E. Hanke will present a video lecture and demonstrate several recipes. Participants will be able to taste everything and leave with written resources that cover the material presented.
