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FoodWorks Alliance March-April 2026

March-April 2026 FoodWorks News Kitchen Spotlight: Oliver Farms Takes Over the Production Line The FoodWorks Alliance kitchen was buzzing with activity on the morning of April 27th, as Oliver Farms came in for a whirlwind production session. In just a short time, their team produced an impressive 35 gallons of their delicious marinara sauce, filling the space with the unmistakable aroma of fresh herbs, tomatoes, and hard work. Seeing our kitchen members in action is one of the most rewarding...

5/11/2026 Hi everyone, For more than 10 years, FoodWorks Alliance has proudly served Muskingum County and surrounding communities as a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening our local food system. Providing accessible, high‑quality food safety training is one of the many ways we support food workers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses. We still have open seats in our upcoming ServSafe Level 2 Food Manager Course & Exam, and this is a great opportunity to advance your food career...

March, 25th, 2026 Carr Center Cake Auction - Did You Order Your Cake Yet?! Dear Foodworks Friends, Thank you for your continued support of Foodworks Alliance and the women we serve. We know we recently reached out regarding our upcoming Murder Mystery Event on April 11 at A Taste of Ohio Wine, Bourbon & Beer (tickets and sponsorships are still available HERE), and I appreciate your grace in receiving a second message this month for an equally important cause. As many of you know, the Carr...

Foodworks Alliance Murder Mystery Masquerade Your Invitation to an Afternoon of Intrigue, Elegance & Impact Get ready for an afternoon unlike anything we’ve ever hosted. On Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 1–4 PM, FoodWorks Alliance invites you to A Taste of Ohio Wine, Bourbon & Beer for an immersive Masquerade Murder Mystery experience where you become part of the story. Step into the opulent world of the Billionaires’ Club Annual Masquerade Ball, where glamour reigns until an unexpected twist...

November 2025 -February 2026 FoodWorks News From the Director's Desk: I'll keep it short and sweet this quarter and just say that we are looking forward to a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2026. We've got lots of great events coming your way, and we really would love our community's support with them. There will be sponsorship opportunities, as well as opportunities to attend these events and support us and our friends!If you are getting a cake for the Carr Center Cake Auction this year, we...

July- October 2025 From The Desk of Our Director Happy Thanksgiving Foodworks Friends! We had a whirlwind of a Summer and we are looking forward to slowing down a little bit and hibernating into the cold weather. After our cry for community support we made last Spring (which you read about in the last newsletter, here), we had a few more conversations with local potential partners. Two of which I would like to highlight today. First, we heard from Kasindra Stewart at the Diversion &...

March- June 2025 From the Desk of our Director Happy Summer Foodworks Friends! Summer has really kicked off with a HEAT WAVE of epic proportions but inside the walls of Foodworks Alliance the temperature controlled warehouse is nice and cool (for our clients to store their precious ingredients). Today, I want to spend my director’s note with a very important message. This Spring, Foodworks Alliance went through some challenging financial times. As we were celebrating our 10 year anniversary,...

Picklefest 2025

☀️ Get ready for a fantastic day in the sunshine at the 3rd Annual Picklefest Presented by Bayer Heritage Federal Credit Union! ☀️ We’d love for you to bring the whole family and join us for a morning filled with exciting pickleball matches, delicious food, and community fun—all while supporting a great cause! 📅 Date: July 26, 2025 ⏰ Time: 8 AM - 11 AM 📍 Location: Riverside Park, Zanesville, OH. 43701 🏓 Pickleball Tournament – Whether you’re competing or cheering, it’s a guaranteed good time!...

We Need Your Help! Hey All! This email is coming straight from Amy (the director) today. I've never used this newsletter channel to send out a request for support, but there's a first time for everything, and if there's anything I have learned in this almost three year time of doing this job, is that I am consistently having the opportunity to do things that are outside of my box. I'm excited to share that Foodworks Alliance recently celebrated our 10th Anniversary with a wonderful Open House...