GEM Bicycle Class: Gender Equality Mechanics with Sarah

Olympia FOOD COOP OCTOBER 2026 COMMUNITY CLASSES Intro to the Home Buying Process with Erin McCready, Onyx Dixon, & Meghan Hintz OFC Downtown Classroom 608 Columbia St. SW Thursday Oct. 1st, 6-8pm This two hour class will review common industry terms, will be building credit, & apply tips for loans. There are many ways to make your offer and get it accepted to price. All are welcome, whether you are just curious, or at any point in the process. Erin McCready, Onyx Dixon & Meghan Hintz, who hold an emphasis on advising for low-income people & members of BIPOC/LGBTQ folks, & who disproportionately experience gaps in home ownership and intergenerational wealth building. Create Your Own Amulet or Intention Pouch with Zlara Romanchik OFC Downtown Classroom 608 Columbia St. SW Wednesday Oct. 17th, 4-6pm In this workshop, you will create a magical talisman for an intention you are holding. It may be for general protection, healing from painful wounds, an object or a reminder of a commitment. Some items to place inside will be provided, but bringing your own is encouraged. Zlara is a queer artist and currently practicing building a new world through the Future Ancestralist, Wild Grief, Roots mutual aid opothecary, and Earth Keepers preschool, and Earth Keepers School. Intro to Solvent-Free, Non-Toxic Oil Painting with Josie Walker OFC Downtown Classroom 608 Columbia St. SW Tuesday Oct. 18th, 2-4pm Josie will give an introduction on class unique painting. Each student will be able to create a unique painting, based on a common theme. Josie will give a brief explanation, painting and demonstrate the still life to then block in with color. If you feel free to bring them, Materials provided include one canvas per grade, a paint brush, student grade bulk packs of oil pastels, paint, and linseed oil. Josie Walker has been painting exclusively in oils since 2023 and has made numerous pieces, including landscapes, unique commissions, and pieces in various sizes. Her work is viewable on her Instagram: @josie.daisy33. Qigong for De-stressing and Letting Go with Rae Diamond OFC Downtown Classroom 608 Columbia St SW Wednesday Oct. 21st, 6-7pm Learn simple practices to de- stress and impulse with nature's autumn align to let go of negative emotions. Learn practices, acupressure, and meditation Qigong movements and including the simple Qigong alignments and meditations that might give you this time to feel year, strengthen your core, align your spine, and brighten your mood in this all-day class. Have fun, and learn simple ways to find and maintain moment and enjoy the present moment from various Qigong practices. From diamond Qigong traditions, dao yin, and Neigong meditations. Savory Irish Classics for Halloween with Jessie Twineham & Laurie Weidner GRUB Farmhouse Sunday Oct. 25th, 1-4pm Did you know that the Irish invented some new unique recipes to share with family and friends for this bit of crab (Irish fun)? Join us for a year in celebration, Irish Halloween mainstays: Carrot Soup, Colcannon, and Apple Cake. During this hands-on cooking class, instructions will teach you Irish traditions and trivia. All dishes will be suitable for vegetarians. Recipes to grad school in Ireland and lived there for nearly eight years. Laurie has taught a variety of courses for the Co-Op, including two focusing on Irish cuisine. She was raised by her grandmother, who migrated from Ireland. Her post grad classes have included her grandmother's recipes. GEM Bicycle Class: Gender Equality Mechanics with Sarah Wednesday Oct. 22nd, 5-8pm Walk N' Roll Bike Shop, Olympia Transit Center, 2955 Martin Way #101 Join us for an ABC Quick Check class to learn how to perform a routine safety check before going out to ride your bike. Please sign up for this event if you represent in cycling is under- reported that your gender is female, trans folks, 2-spirit, femmes, and gender non-conforming are welcome. If you do not fall into these identities, please consider attending another class. Sarah is the Bicycle Mechanic Educator at Walk N. Roll. She loves to bike and is sure her knowledge with others. She is super excited to help you get more familiar with your bike! Whole Grain Sourdough Bread Making with Jay Ryan Wednesday Oct. 7th 5:30-9pm Grist Mill Stone Mill 216 N. Tower Ave, Centralia Making whole grain sourdough never means never discarding, never refrigerating, and never measuring to make bread. Humans existed primarily on bread for 7.5 thousand years and this bread is the nutrient we'll make. This bread is nutrient dense, easy to make and a practical approach to making sourdough bread. Bring your own containers for free starter and discounts on fresh stone milled grains. Jay Ryan has had a life- long journey in the food business and now he focuses on cooking and demonstrating sustainable, traceable foods grown naturally. Pay what you can! Pre-registration is required -- register online at www.olympiafood.coop/event or in person at either store. Suggested donation classes $5-$50. Questions? Email [email removed] OLYMPIA FOOD CO-OP 911 Pacific Ave SE & 3921 Rogers St NW, Olympia, WA More information available online at www.olympiafood.coop