Classes
We’ve been hosting an array of classes in our Flatlander classroom since 2011.
The Flatlander classroom has enabled us to fulfill our third end of being an educational resource in the community, as well as allowed us to bring our friends and neighbors together for new experiences. We have both in-person cooking classes as well as virtual cooking classes that come with a meal kit to cook along in your own kitchens.
Common Ground offers a range of virtual cultural cuisine cooking classes and in-person classes every month. We have a wonderful team of community teachers who will walk you through every step of making a meal. Register for some of our upcoming classes below and sign up for our newsletter to be alerted to just released classes.
Mole
Friday, June 12th from 5:30 - 7:30pm
Learn how to make traditional Mole with Chef Ernesto Rodriguez, founder of El Molcajete Sauces! Students will learn how to prepare a flavorful mole from scratch using dried ancho and guajillo chiles, roasted vegetables, plantains, apples, nuts, sesame seeds, piloncillo, and Mexican chocolate.
This delicious sauce will be paired with chicken thighs & seasonal vegetables, all highlighting the unique flavors of Oaxacan, Mexico! Students will leave with recipes, cooking tips, and a deeper appreciation for one of Mexico’s most iconic sauces.
$40/person - Owners can use promo code: OWNER for $5 off their ticket. All sales are final after 48 hours. Refund requests made after this period will not be accepted. Limited seating available - only 12 seats per class. Waiting List will be made available once tickets are sold out.
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Punch Needle Mug Rug In-Person Art Class
Wednesday, June 17th from 5:30 - 7:30pm
Learn the art of punch needle while making your own mug rug coaster from start to finish in this class led by Brittany Heyen of High in Fiber Rugs. Keep the tools and materials to make more at home with your new skill.
Participants will design their own coaster in the shape of a circle. Some ideas include a citrus slice, simple flower, smiley face, stripes, or anything abstract. The creativity is yours!
$35/ticket - Owners can use promo code: OWNER for $5 off their ticket. All sales are final after 48 hours. Refund requests made after this period will not be accepted. Limited seating available - only 12 seats per class. Waiting List will be made available once tickets are sold out.
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Previous Cooking Class Videos & Recipes
Education
Common Ground Food Co-op strives to serve as an educational resource on food issues.
The Co-op works hard to serve our community, from recipes to classes to our Grow On program for kids and in-store information about our farms, our products, and the food system. We work with local teachers and schools to come up with food curriculum that exciting for all ages.
Our classroom is a great and vibrant space that is used for cooking classes, staff meetings, and as a space where folks gather to share food and build community.
Check out our class calendar! You can sign up for classes online or in person at the registers with our staff.
Teach a Class
Community education creates a positive learning experience for the community members who participate in classes. Our education is accessible and varied in topic and perspective; however, due to COVID, our educational programming has become more limited and we ask that all classes are relevant to cultural cuisines, Co-op mission, and promote the products in store. We offer a supportive learning experience to experienced and novice teachers and learners. If you are interested in teaching a class please contact our Marketing Manager by email or by phone at (217) 352-3347 about the application process.
Apply to be a Co-op Teacher
Individual Class Proposal Forms
Request a Store Tour!
If you would like to bring in a group or class to the Co-op to learn about our local farms or food systems, schedule a store tour with us. We host engaging tours geared for all ages!
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