Whole Foods Market Wellington August 2013 Calendar of Events
Wellington, Fla. –
All events, dates, and times are subject to change. For the most current info, please visitwww.Facebook.com/WholeFoodsMarketWellington page or our websitewww.wholefoods.com/events
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. Pre-Register for events at the customer service desk or by phone (561-904-4000)for Free Classes Only. 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.
Events, Cooking Classes, and Lectures
The Sushi Stop
Look for Lina in our Prepared Foods Department to taste Genji’s featured sushi prepared fresh daily! No registration necessary, just stop by during the times below:
Thursday, August 8th 5:00-6:30 PM, Free
Featuring: Green Dragon Crunch Roll with Brown Rice (Vegetarian)
Wednesday, August 21st 5:00-6:30 PM, Free
Featuring: Yellow Spice California Roll with Brown Rice
Toothpaste Swap Out
Wednesday, August 7th, 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM, in the Whole Body Department
Be good to your whole body by swapping out your old conventional toothpaste for a FREE full-size tube of Himalaya Neem and Pomegranate Toothpaste! Please ask a Whole Body Team Member for assistance. (While supplies last, please bring in your old tube to receive a new one. Limit 1 per household.)
5th Annual Back to School Bonanza
Saturday, August 10th 11:00-1:00 PM, Free
Join Whole Foods Market, The Village of Wellington, Fire Rescue, and the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) to kick off the school year right!
· Free ID Cards for children in the back of our café compliments of PBSO (first come, first served and supplies are limited).
· Children’s FREE lunchbox samples around the store
· Emergency vehicles to explore in our parking lot
· Resource Depot craft table in the back of the café
· Whole Body product FREE samples and giveaways
Whole Foods Market reusable lunch bags, ready to fill with samples, will be available at the front entrance for a $5 donation to PAL (Police Athletic League) to purchase school supplies for local children in need. No Registration Necessary, just come on by!
Reducing Stress through Meditation
Wednesday, August 14th 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
John Bednarik will introduce you to basic meditation and how it can improve the quality of everyday life, by reducing stress, improving health, and looking at life….possibly in a different way. Held in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: John Bednarik, Meditation Expert
Gluten Free Cooking: Back to School Treats
Thursday, August 15th 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Come and join Chef Joe as he demonstrates how to prepare treats your child is sure to love and are Gluten Free too. You’ll taste Gluten-Free Morning Glory Muffins, Flourless Double Decadent Chocolate Cookies, and “Ants” on a Log. NOTE: all ingredients used are gluten free; however, our facility is not certified gluten free. Held in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: Chef Joe, Demo Specialist
Local Artist Celebration: Judy Eisinger
Friday, August 16, 6:30-8:00 PM, $5 Donation/Person
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Meet our current Wellington Art Society local artist, Judy Eisinger, and join us as we celebrate her beautiful paintings that are displayed in our café. Wine tasting, cheese, and refreshments will be served, with live music. 100% of the event entrance fees will benefit the Wellington Art Society Scholarship Fund. Cash donations will be accepted at the entrance. Held in the café and Lifestyle Center.
Mac & Cheese Charity Block Party: Benefitting Team Molly
Tuesday, August 20th 5:30-7:00 PM, $10 Donation/ Person
Taste a slew of creative mac & cheese recipes around the store and vote for your favorite! Donations will be accepted at the Produce Department Entrance. All participants will receive a plate, fork and voting ballot to enjoy the most creative mac & cheese recipes of the year! 100% of donations will go to Team Molly of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Déjà Moo
Wednesday, August 21st 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
What did the farmer call the cow that wouldn’t give him any milk? An udder failure! We just call her a smarty. Learn how to make your favorite foods sans dairy. Held in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: Amanda Fernandez, Healthy Eating/Green Mission Specialist
Modern Mediterranean with Mohila
Thursday, August 22nd, 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Join Mediterranean cooking expert Mohila Neteghi to make her mouth watering Herb Soufflé, Yogurt Sauce, and Tabbouli. Held in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: Mohila Nateghi, Bakery Team Member and Previous Restaurateur
One-Pot Meals
Friday, August 23rd 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Let us help you continue to make delicious home cooked meals while coordinating your busy work/school schedule. Our one-pot meals will help you to cook in bulk and be ready for the week. Featuring: Mexican Pork Soft Tacos and Spinach and Sausage-stuffed Shells. Held in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: Suzanne Redmond, Lifestyle Center Specialist.
Gluten Free Shopping Tour
Tuesday, August 27th 6:30-7:30 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Let us help you make gluten free shopping a cinch! Our gluten free guru will show you where to find gluten-free products, teach you best practices for cooking gluten free meals, and provide you with samples of our top picks. Meet at the Customer Service Desk.
Instructor: Chef Joe, Demo Specialist
Healthy Eating Road Map
Wednesday, August 28th 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Ditch processed foods, enhance your favorite foods with nutrient packed plant superstars, embrace healthy fats, and get more of a nutritional bang for your buck! Held in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: Amanda Fernandez, Healthy Eating/Green Mission Specialist
Kids’ Club: Chicken Enchiladas
Thursday, August 29th 3:00-4:30 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Kids won’t know they’re eating a variety of veggies, when we make Baked Chicken Enchiladas, followed by a Banana Multigrain Bar for dessert. For Kids ages 6-12, with Suzanne in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: Suzanne Redmond, Lifestyle Center Specialist
*All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Mom’s Morning Escape
Friday, August 30th 9:00-11:00 AM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Moms will receive a free 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 your treats. Dr. Laura Valhuerdi DLMV of Practical Wellness Solutions will be offering free 5 minute chair massages in the back of the café (first come first served).
*All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Award Winning Domestic Artisan Cheese Class
Friday, August 30th 6:30-8:00pm, $5/Person
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.
The Evolution of Seasonal Beers
Saturday, August 31st 6:30-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required. Stop by the customer service desk or call 561-904-4000 to reserve your spot.
Join beer expert Christopher Whaley as he introduces different beer styles and food pairings for your tasting enjoyment. Held in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: Christopher Whaley, Specialty Team Member
Coming in September:
The Seductive Wines of Italy
Friday, September 6th 6:30-8:00 PM, $10/person
Pre-Registration Required at the Customer Service Desk.
Come join us for an evening of various red and white wines from the region of Italy. Each wine tasted will feature a different food pairing. Held in the Lifestyle Center.
Instructor: Joe Kudla, Specialty Team Member