Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday this 4th of July!
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| Happy 4th of July, Wild Onion community! We wish you happy and safe celebrations on this day of our nation’s independence, as well as its 250th birthday. It’s certainly a year worth celebrating!
Just in time for all of your festivities and party needs, we have fresh produce, new co-op deals, and local snacks worth adding to your 4th of July spread! Special features this week include homemade watermelon mint juice from 4 Suns Kitchen, kumquats, currants, New Zealand spinach (Ackerman Family Farms), rutabaga (Fruitful Hill Farm), broccoli (Epiphany Farms), and more! |
Fresh Watermelon Mint Juice
4 Suns Kitchen |
New Zealand Spinach (local)
Ackerman Family Farms – Morton, IL |
Rutabaga (local)
Fruitful Hill Farm – Stark County, IL |
Broccoli (local)
Epiphany Farms – IL |
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| Recipe of the Week
We’re so excited to use this New Zealand spinach that just came in, so we’re serving up a classic Greek recipe for spanakopita—spinach and feta pie—as this week’s recipe! |
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July 8 · 7-8:30PM
What better way to spend a relaxed Wednesday evening than playing American Mahjong? We’ll have two tables available (up to 8 players total), along with tiles, mats, and racks. This open play session is best suited for those who already know how to play. BYO NMJL 2026 Card. |
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July 10 · 6-8PM
Curious about making kimchi, sauerkraut, sourdough, or kombucha, but not sure where to start? We gather as novices and master fermenters alike to learn, support, experience, and sample new ways of fermenting. Bring your ideas, jars, and latest fermentation projects to share! |
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July 11 · 9:30-11:30AM
Bring your latest stitching project and settle in for a cozy, creative morning! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, or mend, this is a welcoming space to gather, share, and stitch alongside others. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and treats while you work. |
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July 23 · 6-8PM
Join Chef Ernesto of El Molcajete Sauces for a cozy, hands-on cooking experience centered on the traditional craft of Oaxacan cheese. Learn through doing in this interactive class that blends cultural storytelling with practical kitchen technique. Tickets are $30. Registration required. |
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| Our July Round-Up at the Register partner is GirlForward, is a community of support dedicated to creating and enhancing opportunities for girls who have been displaced globally by conflict and persecution. |
| When you Round Up at the Register this month, your funds directly support GirlForward’s core programs like mentoring, tutoring, and safe space creation for girls who are vulnerable. Your support will also be used to purchase culturally relevant snacks for the girls to enjoy during their tutoring hours and to host a workshop as part of their curriculum. |
| It’s July! Time to stock up on fresh deals for the 4th of July party! |
