Meetings and Events
Members meet on the second Saturday of each month, from 10 am to Noon (except in January and August) at the Prairie Park Apartments. The address is 6530 Schroeder Road. The building is on the corner of Schroeder and Struck, just south of the Post Office. Please arrive early as the entry way is security locked.
We enjoy a variety of activities, including updates on research news and celiac disease in the media, speakers from the medical community, opportunities to try new gluten-free products, recipe sharing, and potluck celebrations.
Upcoming MAGIC Meetings and Events
Saturday, September 11
Food Pantry Items Needed: Please bring a gluten free item to donate to the food pantry. They can take everything GF such as mixs, soups, pasta, cereal, breads, crackers, rice. The food pantry requires that recipients bring a note from their doctor that the food is needed.
Coffee, Cider and Conversation
- Discussion time for any questions or concerns that members may have. Also, a brief summary from those who attended the Gluten Intolerance Group convention in June.
- Samples from Katz gluten-free food company including cakes, breads and other yummy goodies.
- Officers – we are in great need of one or two people to fill the secretary role for our group as soon as possible. Nominations and voting will take place at this meeting, so please think about who you would want to perform this role.
- Metcalfe's Sentry grocery store in Hilldale Mall will hold a gluten-free tasting event on Saturday and Sunday, October 9 and 10. We need volunteers to help staff an information table. October 9 coincides with our monthly MAGIC meeting.
Upcoming Community and Other Events
The following events are listed as a service to members. They are neither sponsored by nor endorsed by MAGIC.
Friday, September 10 Hy-Vee's Gluten Free Gala
Hy-Vee is holding a Gluten Free Gala again this year, with samples of many of the gluten free products carried by the store.
Time: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: the Club Room inside the store which is located at 3801 East Washington Avenue in Madison.
Saturday, September 18 Gluten Free Expo in Minocqua
The Northwoods Celiac Support Group is again sponsoring this annual event. Sample and purchase some of your favorite gluten free foods, learn about some new products available and speak with up to 75 vendors. It will not only be beneficial for those living a gluten free lifestyle but also for those suffering other food allergies. Bring the kids, as there will be a kids corner with arts and crafts projects and face painting. More info.
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Lakeland Union High School, 9573 State Highway 70, Minocqua, Wisconsin
Registration: To save you time, please pre-register by emailing WisconsinGFexpo@aol.com. Please include name of guests attending, address, and phone number. Also please note in your email if you are interested in volunteering the day of the expo.
Saturday, October 2 Annual Iowa Celiac Conference
Keynote Speaker: Peter H.R. Green, M.D., of the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University.
Time: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Scottish Rite Temple, 616 A Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, IA
Registration: Open and print out the registration form and mail it in. Early bird registration is due by September 1.
Saturday and Sunday, October 9-10 Gluten Free Samples at Metcalfe's Sentry -- samples available throughout the store.
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm each day
Location: Hilldale Mall, 726 N. Midvale Boulevard
Monday, November 15 Hy-Vee GF Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup Night
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: the Club Room inside the store which is located at 3801 East Washington Avenue in Madison.