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Classes, Events & Services

Honest Weight offers free and low-cost community classes, events, and services as part of our mission. We are committed to helping our community learn more about growing, choosing, preparing, and using natural foods and to teaching about alternative ways of living that are healthy for ourselves, our community, and our planet. 

Please note, all events require registration, unless stated otherwise!!

One-on-One Services

Group Sessions + Drop in Services

Honest Weight Outreach - Come see us out in the Community!

Please note that classes often fill up. Registration is required for many classes, events, and services, as indicated below next to each event. Please let us know if your plans change and you are no longer able to make it. Contact Anastasia with any questions at education@honestweight.coop.

All classes are free of charge unless otherwise noted!

 

 
 

 

One-on-one Services. Reserve your spot at our service desk!

We are now offering online Eventbrite sign-ups for many one-on-one services, simply click the link near the event below! Please only sign up for one service each month to allow space for others.

Acupuncture with Paul

FREE ACUPUNCTURE SESSIONS!

March Registration

Every Monday starting at 9am in the Community Room 

PLEASE, ONE ONE SESSION PER PERSON PER MONTH! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!

Acupuncture can be used to help with a variety of conditions such as pain, anxiety, stress, digestive issues or just to maintain a healthy balance. A 30-minute session will allow time for a targeted one-sided acupuncture treatment. These sessions are open to ALL (you don’t have to be a member!). Sign up for ONE 30-minute spot and make sure to arrive a few minutes prior to your scheduled time. Due to the incredible response to this offering, we are limiting sessions to ONE PER PERSON, PER MONTH. 

Paul Marks L.Ac. MSTOM is a NYS licensed Acupuncturist with over 12 years of experience. He has spent extensive time studying classical acupuncture and moxa therapy as well as being a Ph.D. candidate at Liaoning University of TCM in China. He specializes in orthopaedic acupuncture and pain management.

Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy

March Registration

Biodynamic craniosacral therapy (BCST) is a gentle, hand-on healing methodology that helps to settle the client's nervous system and help your body's inherent healing wisdom to surface and express itself. It helps to release stuck patterns and reduce tension, pain, and inflammation. Clients often find the treatments deeply relaxing and supportive of other healing approaches they are pursuing. Treatments are conducted fully clothed, and all touch is negotiated with the client.

A $5 NONREFUNDABLE Deposit is required to register, you will receive a $5 HWFC Gift Card upon attendance to your appointment, please email education@honestweight.coop for a fee waiver!

Evelyn Wright is an Albany area native, ecological economist, and longtime Honest Weight member. She is studying BCST at the School of Inner Health in Denver, CO. She is offering these BCST sessions as part of her mentorship towards becoming a certified practitioner.

Reiki w Dee!!

March Registration!!

         FREE REIKI SESSIONS! Registration required.

Reiki is an energy system developed in Japan by Mikao Usui in the 1920s which helps to balance the body and allow its natural self healing capabilities to work more effectively. Elegant and intelligent, it works according to the needs of the person and is known for relieving pain promoting relaxation and well-being as well as aiding the healing processes of the body and is widely used in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, etc. as a complement to allopathic medicine. These 30-minute sessions will include a quick consultation to discover how to best serve your needs, scanning and full body treatment to support you in your wholeness.

Reiki is not a replacement for medical treatment please consult a medical provider as Reiki practitioners do not diagnose medical conditions or prescribe medication.

Dee Mclaughlin is a sixth generation Reiki master in the Usui Shiki Ryoho tradition. She received all of her training at the John Harvey gray Center for Reiki Healing under Reiki Master Teacher Lourdes Gray.

Tarot Readings with Erin

                                                   FREE Tarot SESSIONS! Registration required.

Tarot is an ancient source of divining wisdom and guidance. If you have never had a tarot reading before, or if you have had many readings, this is an opportunity for you to ask the cards a particular question or simply get a check-in about what the cards have to say about what have going on in your life right now. Erin's readings help her clients boost positive energy and are a great way to gain clarity and insight into your life and the direction you may be headed. Tarot readings are for entertainment purposes only.  Erin Sheehan is an intuitive tarot and oracle card reader.  Erin has been reading tarot for several years for friends and professionally, and uses the cards as a tool for self-discovery and personal growth. She is passionate about helping others uncover their own inner wisdom and gain a deeper understanding of their lives and their path.

 Tarot Readings with Lori 

                                                                  Currently taking a hiatus!!

Lori is offering remote tarot readings while on her hiatus, please email education@honestweight.coop to get connected with Lori!

Angel Card or Natal Chart Readings 

February/March Registration!!

Join Jenn for a free 45 minute Session; One per Person per Month!

Jenn finds that curiosity is continuously nudging her toward deeper and greater exploration of the unseen world. The interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated elements of life, is where the magic of our experience as creators exists. We can choose where to set boundaries, how to receive information, and impeccably understand why a cycle is both ending and beginning anew. And since there is a vast universe of information from which we decide our world view, there are many tools to assist in dialing in on what is right in a moment, or even as an archetype. She offers two options of divination to help you clarify your truth. One is through an Angel Card Reading, where you can gain confirmation on the messages your guardian angel(s) or guides have been bring up for you lately. Second is a natal chart reading where you can address where planetary transits are lighting up your life.

Jenn is a part of Kyle Gray’s Angel Team and have completed Level-II Certification with National Council for Geocosmic Research (NCGR).

NEW!! Chinese-Astrology Customized Qigong

February & March Sign-ups

         FREE SESSIONS! Registration required.

Chinese Astrology is one of the arts of Chinese Metaphysics. Just like other astrology systems, it says that we are born with a certain energtic blueprint which determines our personality, talents, and atitudes in life. In additon, it has very precise tools to understand what specific energies come our way every decade, and how our own energies interact with those that everyone experiences: the energies of the year, month, day, and hour. In this system, everyone is subject to some energic imbalances, which show up as various sensitvities and health challenges.

Food and exercise are two great ways to balance these energies and achieve a state of wellness. They can prevent, manage, and even reverse these problems. Qigong is a combination of gentle movements, intention, and breath. It is intrinsically linked to Chinese Medicine, as all the movements deliberately activate acupuncture meridians and points. Both also belong to Chinese Metaphysics.

In this 45-minute session, Silvia uses your Chinese Astrology chart to understand potential health problems, and then teach you specific Qigong movements to help you restore balance and prevent illness. To participate in the session, the location and date of birth need to be provided. If the time of birth is known, the analysis will be most accurate – but a lot can be derived even without that.

Acupuncture with Sally

Wednesdays in Conference Room!!

February/March Sign Ups

PLEASE, ONE ONE SESSION PER PERSON PER MONTH! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!

Free acupuncture with Sally Rappeport, L.Ac. Sally primarily practices Saam acupuncture which is a Korean style that usually uses only 4 needles per treatment. She has found that it has quite profound results for many different types of issues including all types of pain, asthma and allergies, gynecological conditions, anxiety and depression, digestive conditions, urination and prostate conditions, insomnia, migraines, etc.   Sessions will last around 30”-45". PLEASE wear comfortable, loose clothing as this style of acupuncture uses primarily points from the knees and elbows to the feet and hands. We will chat for a few minutes and then I’ll insert the needles. You can expect to feel very relaxed once the needles are in. This style of acupuncture gives the body a very clear message by supplementing the weakest channel in the wheel of 12 channels. When that weakness in the wheel gets tonified, all 12 channels come into a better relationship with one another and the wheel of life turns more effectively. Sometimes, I may use other modalities, such as cupping or gua sha.
Sally Rappeport, Licensed Acupuncturist, has been practicing for over 25 years, first in Brooklyn and now in Philmont, NY. Her love for East Asian Medicine has led her to teach herbal medicine online to practitioners and do telemedicine herb consults, treating people all over the US and in Europe. In addition, she was instrumental in bringing practitioners together for an annual conference from 2016- 2023, as founder of the Shen Nong Society.  She serves on the ASA (American Society of Acupuncturists) Herb Committee. She attended the Pacific College of Health Sciences graduating in 1997. Previously, Sally was a dancer/performance artist and Early Chilhood/Elementary School Teacher. She is a foodie and loves to garden and knit. Her website is https://sallyrappeport.com

This Month's Classes

 

  Arabic Lessons with Hamad

Next Session 2/29 @ 10:30am

This is a basic Arabic class that focuses on learning the Arabic language through a cultural lens. Arabic is one of the hardest languages to learn due to its versatility and evolution. While learning the language, it is recommended to learn a little about the culture to understand where words come from and how they formulate. 

Hamad Alghareeb is a native Arabic language speaker. Hamad acquired English as a new language through formal education, which influenced their love for teaching and languages. Additionally, they taught English as a New Langauge in South America and the Middle East. 

                         Folk Guitar & Ukelele.

 First Monday in the Community Room 6pm

A learning/sharing session open to all who are interested, this low-stress instructional workshop is tailored to equip, inspire and encourage participants to competently make and talk the language of music. Come learn to play and sing hundreds of traditional and contemporary folk, pop, and country songs, and meet other musicians – whether aspiring or accomplished - in this all-level class that meets on the second Monday of every month. No need to sign up--just drop by!

Knit & Stitch, drop in!

Every Friday from 1-3pm Community Room

We welcome knitters and crocheters, beginners or advanced. Come share your skills or learn new ones in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. No need to sign up; just drop by!

Traditional Music Jam, drop in!

1st & 3rd Thursday of each month from 1-3pm Community Room

A round Robin format will accommodate people at all levels of ability as each person gets to choose a tune and its tempo. People of all ages and experiences are encouraged to fully participate as musicians and/or listeners.

All styles of traditional music and instruments are welcome. This is a participatory group with no expectations of performance. If anyone wants to try a particular tune, they need to bring sheet music to share and they should be able to lead.

Join us as a listener! We love an audience, the more the merrier!!

Please email Patricia Kernan at kernan.pat@gmail.com with any questions.

Conversational Spanish Online with Melanie Pores!

Weekly on Fridays, 10am-12pm 

Beginning to advanced students are welcome to join this extraordinary community class led by the wonderful Melanie Pores. Please email education@honestweight.coop for the Zoom link.

Gentle Yoga w. Carrie

Fridays  at 4pm Community Room

March 15th & 29th, April 12th & 26th, May 10th & 24th

FREE! Drop-in No Registration Required!

This class will be gentle in nature with plenty of cues to modify. Perfect for beginners, seasoned yoga practitioners, and everyone in between. The yoga practice led will require little to no weight bearing on hands and knees making it perfect for sensitive joints. Classes are created based on who shows up and what is requested and they will always include a centering, breathing exercises, warm-ups, yoga forms, and relaxation. Chairs can be used as yoga props if needed. All are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat (we will have some available) and any props that you require for a yoga experience that will best support you.

Community Yoga with Mary!

Sundays March 10th & 24th

9:30-10:30 AM in The Community Room

FREE! Drop-in No Registration Required!

Make time in your week to yoke together mind, body, & spirit through intentional movement in this hour-long vinyasa class. With a focus on conscious breath, you will move through a series of poses (asanas), creating space in your body as well as your heart. Connect to yourself, while practicing yoga in community. All levels class, beginners welcome. Mary Rosch, an Albany native, has been practicing yoga for over a decade, and loves to now share yoga through teaching. Come as you are to this Sunday morning class and help cultivate extra special energy in the HWFC Community Room! 

yoga with scrap

Saturdays May 4th, 18th 9 AM in The Community Room

FREE! Drop-in No Registration Required!

NO LATE ARRIVALS! Please make sure you're ready to go at 9am sharp!

Yoga with scrap is a challenging mat class for practitioners seeking a moderately rigorous practice – great for beginners with some familiarity with yoga.

This class will begin with tuning into the breath through guided somatic awareness. Moving into movement with modified sun salutations for warm-up, each class proceeds through vinyasa sequences of standing and floor asanas crafted to encourage students to discover a deepened relationship with their bodies, sensation, strength, flexibility, energy, and inner life.

Scrap Wrenn (RYT-200, R-CYT) draws upon a decade of experience with many teachers for her vinyasa flow and restorative yoga practices. Her dedication to meditation includes participation with the Mountains and River Order sangha and regular Zen Mountain Monastery residencies. Scrap also teaches mindfulness practices, and visual art courses, at Marist College (2014-2022), and received a 2014 grant from the Hemera Foundation that empowered her contemplative studies at various Buddhist practice centers. Also a registered children's yoga teacher emphasizing simple joy, Scrap lives in profound gratitude and appreciation for mantra, breath work, and the miracles of aliveness available in yoga. She teaches to offer her experience to others for energetically tuning into subtle bodies toward release, healing, and insight.

Website: www.scrapworm.info

Instagram: @scrapworm

 

March Death Cafe

Wednesday March 6th at 7pm Community Room

No registration required; Just Show Up!!

Hosted by member-owner, Michelle Polacinski, this cafe will provide a safe space to discuss death in all aspects. The objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. While this is not a bereavement or grief support resource, we will happily refer you to places where you can receive this kind of support.
This offering is Free. Beverages and a sweet treat will be provided.

Michelle Polacinski is an experienced herbalist and trained end-of-life doula. After struggling with physical health issues throughout her childhood and teenage years, Michelle discovered plant medicine. Growing up in the rural Lebanon Valley, she was no stranger to foraging and yet continues to learn about new plants and their healing properties every day. She has been working with plants for over 12 years.

Italian for Beginners with Federico!

Sundays 7-8:30 in Community Room

In this beginner Italian class, you will learn the basics of contemporary Italian language, from a correct pronunciation to how "Italian culture" shapes the language and vice-versa, to slang and new linguistic challenges. You will learn the fundamentals of Italian grammar in comparison to the English language, tips and tricks on how to advance on your own and much more. Each lesson will explain new grammar concepts, introduce new vocabulary and exercise your listening and speaking skills. Furthermore, we will touch other related topics such as Linguistics, Philology and regional variations. Come join a warm and welcoming setting and learn the language of Dante!

Federico Zwirner (Fred, he/they) is a native Italian speaker from Venice with a degree in Japanese Language Culture and Society. His multicultural upbringing set him on the path of learning lots of different languages and cultures, and passionately trying to share his love for the beauty of why and how humans describe themselves and the world around them. Fred is currently studying Linguistics and Gaelic on their own and working in the Coop's kitchen as a Cook, learning about and preparing lots of different dishes from many different cultures.

Chinese Astrology: Unlocking the 2024 Secrets

Saturday March 9th 9:30am Community Room

Chinese Astrology is one of the disciplines of Chinese Metaphysics, an ancient art that describes the fundamental nature of reality. Sister disciplines most known in the Western world are Feng Shui, Chinese Medicine, and Qigong. Fundamental to all of them is the description of the world in terms of yin and yang and the five elements of Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, and Metal. These elements represent certain energies that interact with each other in prescribed and cyclical ways, and directly influence our lives.

Just like other astrology systems, the Chinese system says that we are born with a certain energetic blueprint which determines our personality, talents, attitudes, and how easy or difficult our life will be if we are passive. What makes it different is that it can forecast challenges and opportunities by understanding how our own energies interact with those that everyone experiences: the energies of the year, month, day, and hour. In addition, it has specific tools that give guidance to mitigate challenges and take advantage of opportunities.

In this session, you will learn:

-How each animal will be influenced by these energies

- That you have 4 animals in your natal astrology chart, each governing a different area of your life

-What actions support success for each animal sign Ultimately, you will understand that Chinese Astrology is a complex system that can be analyzed in a systematic manner, and useful information can be derived from it to devise a strategy to advance your goals.

Know ahead of time which are the 4 zodiac animals that represent you: plot your natal chart at http://chinesemetasoft.com/BaZi/Calculator You need to create a free account to do that.

Around the World Cuisine for Kids; Japan!!

Saturday March 9th 12pm Teaching Kitchen

The next stop for this super fun class is Japan! We will explore some fantastic food, and learn all about this interesting culture. Of course, we'll also get another stamp on our passports!

This monthly class at Honest Weight will explore countries around the world and introduce our youngest cooperators to some classic cultural examples of food. Each child will be given a "passport" to bring each time they attend. Appropriate for ages 4-10, parents are welcome to stay if they wish.

Registration preferred but not required!!

Puzzle Swap/Cafe

Saturday March 9th 4:45pm Community Room

Calling all puzzlers!!!!
 Please join Patty and Selena at this first HWFC jigsaw puzzle swap/cafe. All are welcome and if you have a gently-used puzzle you’d like to donate or swap please bring it along.

Come join in on the fun while we work together on some puzzles or just stop by and take a new challenge home! 

Light refreshments will be served!


Please note, you do not have to bring in a puzzle to swap or donate to be eligible to select from the free puzzles to bring home!


This is a FREE event. Guests are welcome to donate/bring in up to 8 puzzles each, our fabulous MOs have the right to decline any larger qunatity or damaged puzzles! Each guest of this event will get a $5 off $25 HWFC Coupon!


We are hoping to donate any remaining puzzles from this event, if you have any recommendations for where our leftover puzzles would find a good home please email education@honestweight.coop with contact information for the group/organization!

Registration preferred but not required!!

What's in your Water?! w Uniah & Zayre

Sunday March 10th 2pm Community Room

We will be testing the water from bottled water companies that doesn’t have our best interest.

-Sampling a water that has healing properties and helps with longevity.

-Learning what’s actually in the water and gathering inside on an alternative much healthier water that saves environment and saves us money.

The goal is to empower our community and provide a solution to the problem the economy has placed on us.

Yoga & Sound Bath

Monday March 11th 6pm

Close out February with a combination of active release and relaxation to encourage uplifted energy and balance between your body's heaven, earth, and heart energy.

  1. Meditation to find what is locked in the body and release it.
  2. Reiki Movement meditation to soft tension.
  3. Gentle Yoga Movements to free locked emotions and ground.
  4. Accompanied by live music with a 24-inch bronze singing bowl.

Doren & Shawn's March Cook Off!!

Wednesday March 13th 2pm Teaching Kitchen

Our wonderful leaders join us in the Teaching Kitchen for their monthly cookoff! Enjoy some delicious food, learn some new recipes, and spend time with your HWFC community!

Will Doren finally beat Shawn's Vegan Reign of Victory?!

This is a FREE event! All guests will get a $5 off $25 Coupon and a chance to win a $30 HWFC Gift Card!!

March Coffee Social

Friday March 15th 6pm Teaching Kitchen

Join Jackie of Virgo Rising Coffee for a cozy event to help combat the winter blues.

Gather round and fill your mug with some coffee, your belly with some free snacks and your heart with some community connections at our FREE monthly Coffee Social

This event offers a chance to connect over coffee and snacks. Warm beverages, snacks & good company included!

Registration Preferred but Not Required!

Indian Cooking with Sam & Mike

March Class Sold Out!!!

Join Sam & Mike for their monthly cooking class!

You'll leave with a full belly after spending the evening in great company. What could be better?! Entertaining and incredibly knowledgeable, Sam & Mike create a fun, festive atmosphere in which to learn these Raj family recipes.

A $5 deposit reserves your spot. Upon attendance to class you will receive a $5 gift card to the store. Gift cards will not be issued to those not in attendance on the day of the event and no refunds will be issued for attendee cancelations.

No one will be turned away due to lack of funds, email education@honestweight.coop for a fee waiver!

 Kid's Gardening & Nature Club!!

Sunday March 17th 11am Community Room

Welcoming youth ages 5-12+ for our monthly Kids Gardening & Nature Club!
These workshops will include a Nature inspired lesson, and also hands-on
activities either in the garden or in the community room. There will be
music, movement, and gardening fun for all. Kids are welcome to bring
their own pair of gardening gloves, but gloves will also be available to
borrow. We will meet on the 3rd Sunday, every month!

Please only register your child. Caregivers/Parent(s) + one child = one
registration. Thank you!

Bring Your Own Sewing Machine Class w. Becky!

Monday March 18th 2:30 Community Room

Do you have a sewing machine, but need some help learning how it functions?

Join Becky for a Bring-your-Own Sewing Machine Class!

Students must bring their own sewing machines, scissors and pins. Becky will give individualized support on how to use your sewing machine, as we collectively work on a project. We will provide fabric, and you'll go home with your project & new sewing skills! Please note this class is only intended for those who can bring their own machine! You'll learn how to work with patterns, cutting/sewing techniques, and more!

$5 NONREFUNDABLE RESERVATION FEE; Upon arrival students will receive a $5 HWFC gift card. No-shows or cancellations will not get a gift card. Please email education@honestweight.coop for info on fee waivers! Registration Required!!

Open Mic Night! 

Monday March 18th 6pm Coop Cafe

Join us for community music, poetry, and storytelling! 
All are welcome to perform at this community event, or just grab a latte and listen to talented members of the HWFC community! 
Beverages and great snacks, goodies, and food can be purchased at HWFC. Alcoholic beverages of any kind are not permitted. Outside food and beverages of any kind are not permitted. 
Interested in performing? Sign up and check in starting at 6:30pm in the Co-op Cafe. Time slots will be assigned in order of performer check-in. Contact Cynthia and Roger at  SchodackSessions@gmail.com. for more information. 
Member-Owners will not receive time investment hours for performing or as audience members 

Felted Soaps w Mallory!!

Tuesday March 19th 3-5pm in Community Room

Registration Required!!
Learn some wet felting and needle felting techniques while creating two felted soaps during this 2 hour workshop. Felted soaps create natural exfoliating cover for your soap bar and the felted wool helps the soap last longer!
 
There is a NONREFUNDABLE $12.51 Materials Fee, please email education@honestweight.coop for a fee waiver!!

Albany Department of Water & Water Supply Plant + Filtration Center tour

Wednesday March 20th 11am OFF SITE!!!

City of Albany Water Department Meet-up! REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!

Please note; HWFC and/or The City of Albany will NOT be providing transportation, you will be responsible for your own transportation to/from this event

Ever wonder where Albany's water comes from? Join us on March 20th for a walking tour and a rare peek behind the scenes! Explore the majestic Alcove Reservoir, delve into the Feura Bush Filtration Plant, and learn about our 100-year legacy of providing clean, delicious water. Meet our dedicated experts, see sustainable practices in action, and witness the journey your water takes before reaching your tap. Join Honest Weight Food Co-op and the Albany Water Department for this fascinating adventure.

 

Meeting place time and location:

11am at the Feura Bush Filtration Plant located at 501 Old Quarry Rd, Feura Bush, NY 12067.

After that, we will travel by car to the Alcove Reservoir for our second stop located in Coeymans Hollow at 49 Waterboard Rd, Coeymans Hollow, NY 12046. The reservoir is a walking tour and short presentation. We should conclude around 1pm.

The tour starts at the filter plant and then we drive to the reservoir (15min away) for a 45-minute tour. Mostly that is just walking the dam and a short presentation.

There are 2 locations:

- The filter plant – located in Feura Bush (501 Old Quarry Rd, Feura Bush, NY 12067)

- The Alcove Reservoir – located in Coeymans Hollow (49 Waterboard Rd, Coeymans Hollow, NY 12046)

Please note; HWFC and The City of Albany will NOT be providing transportation, you will be responsible for your own transportation to/from this event

 

There is a $5 Reservation Fee to save you a spot on our roster for this event. upon attendance to event, you will receive a $5 HWFC Gift Card to off set this cost. Please email education@honestweight.coop about a fee waiver!!

Transform your health from the Inside Out with Vital Planet Event

Wednesday March 20th 1pm Community Room

Learn why 300 million US people have gut issues.Discover how all good health begins in the gut.Learn what you can do today to start to live your best, healthy life, no matter your age.Find out how many new medications are further damaging our gut health and take steps to protect your digestive system today.

Laura DeWitt, MA30 years of industry experienceOwner of two award winning health and nutrition storesHost of 'The Natural Way' radio show for 17 years acclaimed educator and consumer lecturerLaura has the gift for making health education fun, fascinating and empowering!

AFTER THE EVENT:

Sign up at the HWFC Wellness Desk for a FREE 20 minute one-on-one consult, spots are limited!!

  Learning to Listen;

Let's End White Supremacy.

Third Thursdays at 6:30pm via ZOOM

Next Date:March21st 6pm

We are building a growing team whose focus is to bring about the end of white supremacy. We importantly do this work for us, so that we can rid ourselves of racism, and know we are doing the work together to end this pervasive and destructive oppression. Safe, nonjudgmental place where we can share our thoughts, show our strengths and vulnerabilities, and move forward together as a team. Compassionate and courageous listening has proven to be a useful tool in taking effective action. Specifically, we use this tool to build capacity to listen to each other around issues of racism and to dismantle white supremacy. Ending white supremacy takes focused persistence, so we are providing monthly opportunities to do this work together.
 
Email;Listeningpartnerships@gmail.com for Meeting Link

Reiki and Sound Meditation

Tuesday March 21st 7pm Community Room

Join Teresa Harlow as she guides you through a sound healing journey, to experience the ancient power of healing with a 24-inch bronze singing bowl that you will get to stand in. Nicknamed The Blessing Bowl. 

We will begin with a short introduction on how to access your true self with a guided Reiki meditation before we flow into your sound healing journey. The peaceful sound of the bronze bowls will help you sink into a meditative state, where insight occurs, and transformation takes place.

“Meditation is not suppression of thoughts. It is observing your thoughts. Why not just observe where the sound is taking your thoughts? It is not about erasing your thoughts.” Dr. Mitch Nur

As you are emersed in sound frequencies,  Teresa invites you to surrender and take a moment to acknowledge & explore your own needs, emotions, and feelings that are moving to the surface.  Sit with them, feel them, and give them a voice by listening to them and stating them silently in your mind.  Give yourself permission to release what no longer serves you with the support of the bronze Blessing Bowl you can stand in.

Parlez-Vous?;Let's Speak French!!

Saturdays at 9am Starting March 23rd!

 Brush up on your high school French or start a brand- new language from scratch.  We will learn by movement, song, storytelling, videos, drawing, games and conversing with each other. The curriculum will start with the customary "must-haves" such as; greetings, food, health, asking for directions, weather, numbers, shopping.  A typical class would begin with new vocabulary, reinforcing it with games, repetition, drawings, and acting it out IF you are comfortable doing so. It's a fun and creative process.I look forward to meeting you!  Bienvenue a notre classe de francais!

About your instructor, Susan!
"I have been a French teacher for 25 years from Pre-K to twelfth grade. It has been one of my lifelong passions since I started studying it in high school. 
Although recently retired, I still love teaching French."

Medicare 101

Saturday March 23rd 10am Teaching Kitchen

Come to this educational program to remove the confusion surrounding Medicare! Whether you already are on Medicare or will be in the next year or so, this program will give you a grasp of the different parts of Medicare (A, B, C,D), what you can expect to pay for each part, the difference between Original Medicare and supplemental/advantage plans and how to avoid Medicare scams.

Sandra Kahlon is an Occupational Therapist who has been working with and advocating for seniors for 30 years. Her favorite position was a 17 year tenure as the Director of Rehabilitation Services at a skilled nursing facility and Rehabilitation center in the Capital District. There it was her role to be the liasion between the Facility and the insurance companies. That is where Sandra’s passion for advocating was ignited as it was up to her and her team of therapists to ensure that the patients at the center were granted enough days of therapy to return home strong, safe and confident. 

Prospective Foster Parent Info Session 

Saturday March 23rd 11am Community Room

In less than a year, you can make a lasting impact on the life of a child. Join Sara Allen, a Foster Home Specialist, to learn how you can be a part of a child’s short-term foster care team and guide them towards long-term success. We are excited to be announcing a brand-new program, TFCO (Treatment Foster Care Oregon). This program is designed to serve children who need more support than a traditional foster care home can offer. Together we can help those children who have experienced trauma learn and grow in a healthy and nurturing home. We are looking for people willing to join us in this new adventure, people who want to welcome a child into their heart and their home.

Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth has been serving children and families in the Capital District for 137 years! Together we can help children who need a little extra love and support. This program is available in the Greater Capital Region only. Please call us today to find out more about this wonderful program. Call Sara at 518-207-6898 or email SaraAllen@berkshirefarm.org.

Align your Money with your Values

Saturday March 23rd 2pm Community Room

Michael Richardson of Third Act Upstate New York will lead an interactive talk on on how to move finances from funding fossil fuel extraction, production and distribution… and instead direct your bank deposits, insurance premiums, and investment portfolios to fund local businesses and farms, affordable housing, and development of renewable clean energy.

PART TWO 3/23

#4 Retirement Investments: Most financial institutions are complicit in the climate crisis. Large asset managers - companies that people pay to manage and invest their money - such as BlackRock, Vanguard, State Street, and Capital Group are the world’s largest investors in fossil fuel companies. Learn about the funds you are now investing in and how to find alternative investments... and how to find an environmentally conscious financial advisor.

Cooking with CHOP;Varying your Protein Sources

Saturday March 23rd 4pm Teaching Kitchen

Choosing Healthy Options with Patients or CHOP presents its first 2024 community session!

Limiting red meat and processed meat is a great first step to balancing out your diet, but it can be hard to know which alternatives to try. Come work with students from Albany Medical College and learn how to cook dishes with varied protein sources from chicken to plant-based sources including lentils and tofu that you can put into your meal rotation. Everyone is welcome and this session is free.

Adult Art Class w Selena!!

Sunday March 24th 12:30pm Community Room

Join Selena for her fabulous free monthly art class for adults!!

This month we will be doing Waterlily Pastels inspired by Monet!

All materials will be provided and light refreshments will be served. Ages 16+ are welcome to attend.

Walk-ins welcome as space allows!!

 
Registration Preferred but not Required!!

Oil Pulling 101 with Diane

Monday March 25th 12-1:45pm

Oil Pulling: A Simple Practice for improved oral health.
Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic practice which can improve gum health, prevent  bad breath and cavities,  naturally reduce inflammation and bacteria. It's easier than you think! Diane Vics, Natural Wellness Guide with Manifesting Wellness Naturally will guide you through the steps. Register to learn more benefits, and how to incorporate this simple, affordable practice into your oral hygiene routine

Fascia Focus: Transform Your Body's Connectivity

Tuesday March 26th 10:45am Community Room

Thursday April 4th 10:45am Community Room

Join Coach Laurel for 'Fascia Focus: Transform Your Body's Connectivity,' a 45-minute movement & discussion class dedicated to exploring the transformative power of fascial work. In this session, we'll dive into fascial reconstruction movements designed to enhance your body's connectivity, flexibility, and overall well-being. Alongside practical exercises, we'll engage in an enlightening discussion about the vital role of fascia in your health journey. Whether you're looking to improve mobility, reduce pain, or simply deepen your understanding of your body's inner workings, this class is your gateway to a more connected and limitless life. 
 
Meet Laurel Parker-Chan, New York's exclusive certified practitioner in Applied Quantum Biology, dedicated to enlightening others on essential health principles often overlooked in traditional education and medical advice. As a passionate volunteer, Laurel contributes her expertise as a personal coach and educator at our co-op. Discover more about her transformative approach to wellness by following her on Instagram @Limitless.Laurel or visiting her website at mylimitlesswellness.com
 

Felted Flowers with Mallory!!

Tuesday March 26th 6pm Community Room

Registration Required!!
Learn the art of wet felting while creating your own unique, sculptural flower during this two and half hour workshop. You will learn a variety of felting techniques from flat felting to shaping and leave the class with your own unique, handmade flower.

This event has a $12.51 NONREFUNDABLE Materials fee. Please email education@honestweight.coop for a fee waiver!

Meditation for ALL! with Dave

Wednesday March 27th 7:15pm Community Room

This all-levels class is designed to break meditation down into its fundamental components so that even first-time practitioners can leave with tools to jump start an independent meditation practice. During this group, participants will be given instructions to help them connect to their breath, acknowledge their senses, and embrace conscious reflection. Dave strives to pace this group so that each stage allows all participants to feel a deep sense of rest and intrapersonal connection, while minimizing the risk of excess distraction. Guided meditation will run for approximately 35 minutes with an additional 15 minutes allowed for Q&A.

Dave is a licensed mental health counselor and certified yoga teacher (CYT200) who owns and operates a psychotherapy practice out of Albany, NY. Though his current work entails counseling, he enjoys opportunities to share his love and knowledge of meditation 

Cold Brew & Syrup for Aries Season

Friday March 29th 6 pm Teaching Kitchen

Jackie of Virgo Rising Coffee will guide you through the DIY process of Cold Brew and Syrup Making. Each student will go home with a quart of cold brew to enjoy later and a bottle of our special Aries inspired syrup concoction.

Aries tend to be energetic, enthusiastic, and adventurous! This coffee class is designed to fuel the fires of Aries' ambition!

Aries are dynamic, exciting, and passionate. They are always ready to tackle whatever life throws their way with enthusiasm and determination. Let the stars guide your coffee adventure! ☕🌠

$7 NONREFUNDABLE MATERIALS FEE , please email education@honestweight.coop for a fee waiver, no one turned away due to lack of funds!!

Registration Preffered; Walk-in space may be available!!

Simple Habits w Jackie 

Saturday March 30th 11am Teaching Kitchen

Registration not Required!!

Are you looking for guidance on how to achieve your goals? Did you know that incorporating a few simple habits into your day to day can get you on track to achieving your goals?!

Join Jackie to learn more!!

Bunny Hop & Bop; Easter Zumba Session!!

Sunday March 31st 9:30am Teaching Kitchen

Get ready to hop into the Easter spirit with our Bunny Hop & Bop Zumba event! 
Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate Easter in style while breaking a sweat and having a blast with friends and family. So grab your bunny buddies and let's hop, bop, and Zumba our way into a happy and healthy Easter season!


Registration Preferred but Not Required!!

Align your Money with your Values

Saturday April 6th 2pm Community Room

Saturday April 27th 2pm Community Room

Registration not Required!!

Michael Richardson of Third Act Upstate New York will lead an interactive talk on on how to move finances from funding fossil fuel extraction, production and distribution… and instead direct your bank deposits, insurance premiums, and investment portfolios to fund local businesses and farms, affordable housing, and development of renewable clean energy.

PART ONE 4/6

#1 Personal Banking: If you bank with Chase, Citi, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, TD Bank, U.S. Bank or other major Wall Street banks, some of your money is likely being used to fund climate destruction. Learn how to find regional and local community banks and credit unions that use your deposits to fund local ventures and not fossil fuel projects. Shop Local - Eat Local - Bank Local.

 

#2 Credit Cards: If you have a credit card with Chase, Citi, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Capital One, or Credit One, the money from transaction fees, annual fees and interest on debt is being used by these banks to fund fossil fuel projects. Learn how to find an alternative credit card.

 

#3 Home & Auto Insurance: If you insure your home and/or auto with Liberty Mutual, Travelers, All-State, GEICO, State Farm or other major insurance companies, then some of your money is likely being used to both insure and invest in the excavation, production and distribution of oil, tar sands, coal and gas. Learn how to find local, small insurance companies that do not insure nor invest in fossil fuel projects.

PART TWO 4/27

#4 Retirement Investments: Most financial institutions are complicit in the climate crisis. Large asset managers - companies that people pay to manage and invest their money - such as BlackRock, Vanguard, State Street, and Capital Group are the world’s largest investors in fossil fuel companies. Learn about the funds you are now investing in and how to find alternative investments... and how to find an environmentally conscious financial advisor.

 

Quantum Health Club

Friday April 12th 6:30pm Community Room

Friday May 10th 6:30pm Community Room

The Quantum Health Club is where the emerging world of Quantum Biology meets everyday wellness. This class offers a deep dive into how quantum biology principles can revolutionize our understanding of health, healing, and the human body's intrinsic abilities. Discover the fascinating interface between quantum physics and biology, and how this connection influences our health at the most fundamental level. Coach Laurel, New York's only certified Applied Quantum Biology Practitioner, will guide you through enlightening discussions, practical insights, and transformative knowledge that bridges the gap between science and wellness. Whether you're a health enthusiast, a professional in the wellness industry, or simply curious about how quantum principles impact your well-being, this class is your gateway to a new dimension of health awareness. No previous experience in quantum biology is necessary – just bring your curiosity and prepare to explore the unseen forces that shape our health and vitality. 


Meet Laurel Parker-Chan, New York's exclusive certified practitioner in Applied Quantum Biology, dedicated to enlightening others on essential health principles often overlooked in traditional education and medical advice. As a passionate volunteer, Laurel contributes her expertise as a personal coach and educator at our co-op. Discover more about her transformative approach to wellness by following her on Instagram @Limitless.Laurel or visiting her website at mylimitlesswellness.com

Registration Preffered but Drop-in Space may be Avaialble!!

Spicy Shredded Radish Kim Chi & Kimcheese with Son of Egg!!

Tuesday April 23rd 3pm Teaching Kitchen

Son of Egg opened on Madison Ave in Albany in April of 2020, Chef Min was inspired to take her love of cooking delicious, nourishing food for her sons and community a step further, and Son of Egg was born!

Son of Egg quickly became a pillar of the Capital Region. Their mission is to serve food prepared with care and love, as a mother would do for her children, and that love of community goes beyond the plate. Son of Egg organizes community events like backpack and school supply drives for local students and with their new space in Renselear have begun offering Comedy Shows, Open Mics, Live Music and a Video Game Night is coming soon!

Justin, will be joining us to demonstrate how to prepare Raddish Kim Chi and then he'll be using some of Son of Egg's delicious Kimchi, to make a Kimcheese.....

Kimchi can be made in a variety of ways using various vegetables. Radish kimchi is one of the most popular types of kimchi along with cabbage kimchi.Radish kimchi is also divided into several types depending on the type of radish, the way it is cut, and the seasoning. Justin will be teaching us how to make Spicy Shredded Radish Kimchi. It is good with any meat dish or accompanying any meal!

Grilled cheese sandwiches sometimes feel too greasy, so Son of Egg created kimcheese, as a variation of grilled cheese sandwich.You can use any kind bread or cheese as your favorite. And simply add chopped Son of Egg cabbage kimchi for kick. Recommend stir-fried kimchi depending on you preference.

A NONREFUNDABLE $5 fee saves you a seat, upon attendance you will receive a $5 off $25 Coupon to HWFC and a chance to win a gift basket created by Son of Egg and HWFC!! No one will be turned away due to lack of funds, please email education@honestweight.coop for a fee waiver!!

Registration Required!

Energy Boosting, Thyroid Balancing Workshop

Thursday May 2nd 6pm Community Room

Are you tired of being tired all the time?  Could it be your thyroid?
In this workshop you will learn the 7 secrets to overcome constant fatigue, stubborn weight, and crippling stress & anxiety. Even if you’ve been struggling with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's for years, this workshop is going to be a game changer for you. Join us for the Energy Boosting, Thyroid Balancing Workshop and discover the strategies to achieve sustained energy, confidence, and weight loss with Hashimoto's!

As a former Biomedical Engineer and someone who spent years with debilitating fatigue, rashes, and stubborn weight from Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, Grace knows firsthand the struggle to regain her health, energy, and confidence. She was finally able to break free from her symptoms naturally, and is now a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who loves helping other women with Hashimoto's lose weight, reboot their energy, overcome stress and revive passion in their career and life.

Baba Duck Cooking Class!! 

AAPI Heritage Month 518 Event

Tuesday May 7th 2:30pm Teaching Kitchen

This Event is part of a series of events to celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, check out their website for other exciting events happening throughout May in the 518!!

https://aapiheritage518.com/

In this class you will learn about the history of vegetarianism in Chinese culture and explore Chinese ingredients, flavors, and cooking techniques with a hands-on dumpling workshop.

Learn how to fold, cook, and serve dumplings made with all plant-based ingredients!!

BaBa Duck began in 2020. With family from Hong Kong, Southern China (Dad), England, and Canada (Mom) their food is a reflection of their Chinese-American upbringing. Baba Duck's dishes feature Chinese flavors, cooking techniques, and American influences to share plant-based versions of their favorite treats.

A NONREFUNDABLE $5 fee saves you a seat, upon attendance to class you will receive a $5 off $25 HWFC Coupon and a chance to win a prize pack made by HWFC & Baba Duck!! No one turned away due to lack of funds, please email education@honestweight.coop for a fee waiver!

Registration Required!!

Plastics Recycling in the Capital Region & Beyond: Myths vs. Markets, Webinar, February 2022 with Honest Weight's Environment Committee and NYSAR3 (New York State Association for Reduction, Reuse and Recycling)

Community Outreach - Co-op Classes at the Community

Our Community Impact Team travels all around the Capital District to offer Honest Weight education at schools, libraries, and community spaces. Come see us out in the community!

For more information or to get involved, contact Amy at amy@honestweight.coop.