March, 2011 Events, Whole Foods Market Wellington
Open 8:00am to 10:00pm Mon-Sat. 9:00am-9:00pm on Sundays
2635 State Road 7
Wellington, FL 33414
Events are held at 2635 State Road 7, in the Lifestyle Center and are free of charge unless otherwise noted. Register by phone at 561.904.4000 or at the customer service desk. Refunds, credits, or transfer of classes will not be honored for no-shows or cancellations made fewer than 24 hours before event. All events are subject to change. Classes with low registration may be cancelled. Any classes cancelled by Whole Foods Market will be refunded. Space is limited.
Announcements:
Whole Planet Foundation
2011 Prosperity Campaign
Want to make a difference in the world but do not know where to start? In the months of February and March, Whole Foods Market cashiers will be taking register donations for the Whole Planet Foundation. 100% of the donations generated will go directly to the micro-lending programs in 25 countries around the world. Help us reach our 2011 goal of $2.5 million and be a part of this global solution to eradicate poverty. Stay tuned for special in store events and for more information on the Whole Planet Foundation visit .
Sundaes on Sunday
Enjoy all natural ice cream sundaes every Sunday in March, from 1:00-4:00pm for a $5 donation to the Whole Planet Foundation! You will get to choose from any of our delicious toppings to make your ideal sundae! Just look for the ice cream table in the Prepared Foods Department.
Spin to Win Wheel-a-thon
Every Monday through Friday in March, customers who donate $10 or more to the Whole Planet Foundation, will have the opportunity to spin our prize wheel! Participants must bring their receipt to the customer service desk to spin. Prizes will vary every week. One spin per every $10 donated Monday through Friday Only. No refunds or exchanges of prize items.
Donate Your Dime
Customers who bring their own shopping bags receive a 10 cent refund per bag or can choose to donate the refund to one of two charities; the local Project Lifesaver or the Whole Planet Foundation. Please ask a cashier for details on the charities or visit: and
Eat Right America 28-Day Challenge
Healthy eating just got easier! Sign up for the Eat Right America 28 Day Challenge today and get your free Nutrition Prescription! Visit and be sure to use the code:CERAFLWLL to try the program for FREE! Offer good through March 31st, 2011.
Spring Break Kids Cooking Camp
Monday March 14th through Friday March 18th
9:00am- 12:00pm $165/Person, Ages 6 – 16 years old
Are you up for a great food adventure? If so come join us for a fun fill week of cooking around the world. We will great recipes from Britain, Italy, Indian and Mexico. On the last day of class student will recreate a few of the recipes for their parents to sample at our Luncheon on Friday at 11:15 a. m. Space is limited to the first 20 registrations. To register stop by our customer service desk for the registration form and make checks payable to Dianne M Morin Inc. Checks to be mailed directly to Dianne Morin or visit
Events & Classes:
Block Party: Whole Planet Foundation Flavors and Wheel-a-thon
Tuesday, March 8th 5:30-7:00pm, Free
Experience a new way to shop by enjoying free samples around the store and tasting new flavors. For this special block party each department will have an international dish representing a country that benefits from the Whole Planet Foundation and you vote for your favorite dish! Ballots will be given out at the Produce Station and collected at any open register. Anyone that donates $10 or more to the Whole Planet Foundation will get a chance to spin our prize wheel! (Prizes will vary). Participants must bring their receipt to customer service for their spin. No registration necessary.
Yoga for Kids by Moksha Yoga Studio, Ages 4-9 yrs. old
Saturday, March 12th 11:30-12:15pm, $5 Donation to the Whole Planet Foundation
Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000
Join Moksha Yoga Studio for a fun filled yoga class for kids! Your child will participate in playful yoga movements that are fun and easy. Classes will improve children’s strength, flexibility, and coordination using traditional and animal yoga poses. Yoga mats will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Pre-registration Required with Customer Service.
Deliciously Raw with Renate
Tuesday, March 15th 6:30-8:00pm, $20/Person
Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000, Payment Collected upon Registration
Join Raw Foods Chef, Renate, as she prepares totally Raw Pizza and shares her secrets to living a raw foods lifestyle. Each month, Renate shares how to live a raw lifestyle without sacrificing taste! Each class will include three delicious recipes all with plant-based ingredients full of nutrients. This is the perfect class for the amateur, novice or expert!
Gluten Free Cooking with an Irish Twist
Wednesday, March 16th 6:30-8:00pm, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000
Join Chef Joe as he demonstrates how to prepare an Irish and Gluten Free meal that tastes great and is easy for anyone to prepare! Bring your appetite and your Gluten Free questions.
Natural Treatments for Arthritis Pain
Monday, March 21st 6:30pm, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000
Arthritis is a painful condition that interferes with the health and well being of millions of Americans. Join Dr. Tim DeCanio, a board certified chiropractic neurologist and renowned speaker to learn the secrets behind improving and possibly even eliminating the pain of arthritis.
Block Party: Salute to Project Lifesaver
Tuesday, March 22nd 5:30-7:30pm
Enjoy a night of all natural Italian Cuisine around the store! Each department around the store will have different Italian dishes for you to sample for free or enjoy a full meal with a wine and beer tasting for a $15 donation to Project Lifesaver. ($10 Donation/Plate & $5 Donation/Wine and Beer Tasting). Plates and tasting cups will be provided for all that donate at the registration table in the Produce Department. A silent auction and entertainment will be provided for all in the café. 100% of the proceeds will benefit Project Lifesaver and their mission to provide timely response to save lives and reduce potential injury for adults and children who wander due to Alzheimer’s, autism, and other related conditions or disorders. Please visit for more information.
Flavors of the World Demonstration Dinner
Wednesday, March 23rd 6:30-8:00pm $10 Donation/Person
Space is limited to the first 20 people; Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000
Join Chef Joe for a meal that will take you on a sensory journey to three of the countries where the Whole Planet Foundation gives micro loans. This special international menu will be available at customer service for those interested after March 5th. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Whole Planet Foundation.
Dinner with a Gourmet Chef
Thursday, March 24th 7:00pm $35/Person
Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000, Payment Collected upon Registration
Join us in our Lifestyle Center for our monthly series Dinner with a Gourmet Chef as master chef Chris Paul, of Wild Orchids Fusion, as he creates a multi-course meal using Whole Foods Market’s all natural ingredients and expertly paired wines from our Specialty Department. Come with friends, or make new ones, for this interactive evening of food, wine and fun. Space is limited to the first 22 reservations.
Mom’s Morning Escape
Friday, March 25th 9:00-11:00am, Free
Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000
Moms will receive a free mini-massage, coffee or tea, and muffin from the coffee bar. Please check in with customer service and pick up your Mom’s Morning Escape Voucher, then make your way to the coffee bar for breakfast. Also don’t forget to enjoy a relaxing five minute chair massage by My Massage Corner in the café (first come first served).
Children’s Clothing and Toy Sale Benefitting the Whole Planet Foundation
Friday, March 25th 9:00-11:00am
During Mom’s Morning Escape there will be a NEW product only children’s clothing sale where 100% of the proceeds will go to the Whole Planet Foundation. All products will be sold for at least 50% off their retail price. Final Sales Only, No Returns Permitted. Products will range from onesies to crocks.
Health Starts Here Tour and Demonstration
Thursday, March 29th 6:30-8:00pm, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000
Join our Healthy Eating Specialist for an informative, introductory tour of our Health Starts Here program. You will learn about our Healthy Eating Principles and how to identify the most nutrient rich foods. The tour will be followed by a cooking demonstration in the Lifestyle Center, which will utilize nutrient dense ingredients for you to taste.
Bingo Benefit & Barbecue for the Whole Planet Foundation
Wednesday, March 30th 5:00-7:30pm, Bingo Numbers Called from 6-7:30pm only
Please RSVP for this event by calling customer service 561-904-4000 as space is limited.
Calling all bingo fanatics! This is your night to win all natural prizes from a bag filled with Whole Trade Products ($50 Value) to Whole Foods Market Gift Cards up to $150! Each bingo card will be sold for $5 donations from 5:00-7:00pm at the customer service desk and on the patio. Numbers will be called from 6:00-7:30pm. $5 donation Barbecue dinners will include your choice of burger, veggie burger or fish sandwich with water/soda and chips/cole slaw. Ice Cream Sundaes will include up to 3 toppings for a $5 donation. 100% of the proceeds will go to the Whole Planet Foundation. Please visit for more information about the charity. Please RSVP for this event by calling customer service 561-904-4000 as space is limited.
Gluten Free Shopping Tour
Thursday, March 31st 6:30pm, Free
Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000
Join Chef Joe for an informative tour of our Gluten Free products around the store and enjoy samples of Chef Joe’s top picks! Participants will learn not only where to find these specialty products, but will also have the chance to ask questions about best practices for cooking Gluten Free products. Please meet at the Health Starts Here Desk next to customer service for the tour.
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