August 2012 Events at 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 @http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events 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.
In Store Events & Classes:
Local Artist Celebration: Jean Talbott
Friday, August 3rdth 6:30-8:00 PM, $5 Donation/Person
Meet our current Wellington Art Society local artist, Jean Talbott, and join us as we celebrate her beautiful paintings that are inspired by our tropical surroundings. Participants will enjoy live music, wine and cheese tasting as well as small bites in our lifestyle center prepared by Sherri Mraz, our Lifestyle Center Specialist. One hundred percent of the event entrance fees will benefit the Wellington Art Society Scholarship Fund. Donations will also be accepted at the entrance.
Pre-Registration Required http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Whole Trade Floral Design Class
Saturday, August 4th 11:00-12:00 PM, $5/person
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Join our floral designer, Rosanne Ruby, as she guides you in creating a beautiful vased arrangement with our Whole Trade Flowers. Each participant must bring or purchase a medium sized vase along with your own cutting sheers. All flowers will be provided.
Summer Kids Cooking Camps! ~ FULL
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
“Little Chef’s” kids Summer Camp August 6th through 10th at 9:30am to 12:30pm. Join us for a fun and educational hands-on cooking camp! Each day the campers will have a light breakfast while creating a craft, and make a recipe card. We will shop for ingredients and then, it is back to our kitchen where campers will learn to measure, and create delicious dishes every day. Campers will be eating what they have prepared each day, so leave the healthy lunch to us! Camp geared towards children ages 6-12. Cost is $150 per child. Class sizes are limited, for more information or to reserve your space
The Sushi Stop
Friday, August 10th 5:00-6:30 PM, Free
Look for Lina in our Prepared Foods Department to taste a new sushi roll by Genji! Lina will have free samples of the Tropical Fresh Roll that is made with avocado and cucumber served with a sweet chili peanut sauce. No registration necessary, just stop on by.
Health Starts Here College Send Off
Saturday, August 11th 2 – 3:30 pm, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk
Show your support by sending our nation’s leaders off into the wide world of academia with some serious nutritional knowledge. Join our Healthy Eating Specialist as you learn how to eat healthy, tasty food on a budget with minimal equipment. Dorm room fridge, we’re looking at you!
Gluten Free Shopping Tour
Thursday, August 16th 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk 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 meals. Please meet at the Customer Service Desk for the tour.
Coffee & Tea Club
Saturday, August 18th 10:00 AM -12:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Every month our coffee bar will feature a unique coffee and tea for you to enjoy. At Whole Foods Market, we strive to find the highest quality products available locally and globally, and we look forward to sharing inspiring coffee & tea stories with you. All club members that attend will be offered a taste of the featured coffee & tea and may choose one sample of either the featured coffee or tea to bring home or to share with a friend. All you need to do is sign up and show up to join. Reusable mug recommended.
4th Annual Back to School Bonanza
Saturday, August 18th 12:00-2:00 PM, $5 Donation/Plate
Join Whole Foods Market and Wellington for an event that the whole family will enjoy! Family friendly lunch dishes will be served around the store paired with safety information provided by our Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO). Families will have the opportunity to test their safety knowledge by filling out a safety quiz and with 3 or more correct answers children will receive a reusable lunch bag filled with goodies! Safety quizzes will be given out with plates for a $5 donation to the Police Athletic League to be used for school supplies for local children in need. PBSO will also be making free ID Cards for children in the back of our café (first come, first served and supplies are limited). Emergency vehicles will be in the parking lot for children to explore as well as free samples around the store. To purchase your tickets in advance visit: http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events. Tickets will also be sold at the front door near the produce department.
Mindful Mexican Cooking Class
Sunday, August 19th 12-1:30pm, $5/person
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Take a tour of delicious yet healthy Mexican cuisine as our Lifestyle Center Specialist, Sherri, demonstrates how to prepare lightened up versions of fish tacos and your favorite Mexican dishes, with the best salsa and guacamole you ever had!
A Healthy Start to the School Year
Tuesday, August 22nd 7:00pm, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
It’s back to school time which means a new teacher, new clothes, and a new you! Dr. Ian Shtulman wants to show you how you and your family can be healthier this year without using drugs or surgery!
Mom’s Morning Escape
Friday, August 24th 9:00-11:00 AM, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Moms will receive a free mini-massage, coffee or tea, and muffin from the Coffee Bar. Please check in at the Customer Service desk to 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 Lifestyle Center (first-come, first-served). Massage sign-up sheet is located just outside of the Lifestyle Center).
*All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Award Winning Domestic Artisan Cheese Class
Friday, August 24th 6:30-8:00pm, $5/person
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Join us in the Lifestyle Center to taste a selection of domestic artisan cheeses from this year’s award winning producers. Each cheese will be paired with a wine or beer that will excite your pallet and enhance the flavor of the cheese. This class is a must for all cheese and wine lovers! Pre-registration required with Customer Service.
Health Starts Here Fall Into Desserts
Wednesday, August 29th 6:30 – 8 pm, Free
Pre-Registration required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
As summer winds down, all of our favorite fall traditions start popping up…many of them involving yummy treats! Join our Healthy Eating Specialist, Amanda, as she showcases easy ways to cut out refined sugar and have you falling in love with healthier desserts sure to tantalize your sweet tooth but not your waist line.
Savvy Shopper Tour
Tuesday, August 29th 6:30 – 7:30 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Join us for our budget friendly tour sure to please your family and your wallet! Our experts will show you how to shop our private label, weekly specials and our family sized savings. Registration required; space is limited. Meet at customer service on the day of the tour.
Gluten Free Cooking
Thursday, August 30th 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Join Chef Joe as he demonstrates how to prepare a Gluten Free meal that tastes great and is easy for anyone to prepare! Bring your appetite and your Gluten Free questions
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