October 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.
Announcement:
6 O’clock Special!
6:00 – 7:00 PM, Every Wednesday in October
The 6 O’clock Special is a deep discounted item for 1 hour, which will be announced on our Facebook & Twitter pages Wednesdays at 10 a.m. The 6 O’clock Special will be while supplies last, only at the Wellington location.
Smokin’ Smokehouse Weekends!
$2 Off Smokehouse & BBQ Bar Every Saturday & Sunday in October
Enjoy our mouth watering, perfectly smoked and seasoned smokehouse delights for only $7.99 per pound (regular price $9.99/lb.) every Saturday and Sunday in October 11:00 AM- 7:30 PM! Our meat team slow smokes a variety of meats in our onsite smoker daily and is inviting all customers to stop by on Saturday or Sunday from 12:00 – 2:00 PM for a taste.
In Store Events & Classes:
Craft Beer Tastings Every Saturday in October from 2:00-5:00 PM
Stop by our Specialty Department (in the back left corner of the store) and taste unique ice cold craft beers to find your favorite.
The Sushi Stop
Look for Lina in our Prepared Foods Department to taste Genji’s featured sushi rolls prepared fresh daily! No registration necessary, just stop by during the times below:
Wednesday, October 3rd 5:00-6:30 PM, Free
Featuring: Green Dragon Crunch roll made with brown rice, vegetables, garlic mayo, and eel sauce topped with crispy shallots.
Friday, October 19th 5:00-6:30 PM, Free
Featuring: Shrimp California roll made with multi-grain rice
Engine 2 – 28 Day Challenge
Friday, September 28th – October 25th 6:30 pm – 8:00pm, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk
This revolutionary nutrient-packed action plan was created by Rip Esselstyn, former professional tri-athlete and firefighter, and author of the bestselling book, The Engine 2 Diet. Each week, Amanda will create and sample different nutrient dense recipes, as well as talk about ways to continue this eating plan on your own.
Challenge Dates: 9/28, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
Local Artist Celebration: “Bobbin” Salisbury
Friday, October 5th 6:30-8:00 PM, $5 Donation/Person
Meet our current Wellington Art Society local artist, “Bobbin” Salisbury, 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
Perfect 10 Purple Party on 10/10!
Wine & Cheese Tasting Benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association Southeast Florida Chapter and in support of Team Love in the 2012 Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Wednesday, October 10th 6:00-8:00 PM, $10 Donation Per Person
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Join us in the Specialty Department to enjoy fine wines and perfectly paired cheeses from around the world. Guests will have the opportunity to taste more than 10 of our most popular wines paired with delicious hand cut cheese from our specialty cheese case. Please check in at the Alzheimer’s Association information table at the produce entrance to check in and receive your tasting glass. 100% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association Southeast Florida Chapter.
Gluten Free Shopping Tour
Thursday, October 11th 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. Instructor: Joe Colavito
Bite the Big Apple! Class
Friday, October 12th 6:30-8:00pm, $5/person
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
To usher in the glorious apple season learn some recipes that feature apples for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Oh and of course we wouldn’t leave out dessert! Kick off your weekend with a cart of apples and some great recipes. Space is limited. Instructor: Sherri Mraz
Whole Kids Class – “Little Chefs” Spooky Treat Class
Tuesday, October 16th 6:00-7:00pm $5 / Child
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.
Calling all aspiring chefs between the ages of 5 and 12, want to create your own Halloween treats? Join Sherri for a fun class sure to please both kids and parents alike. We will decorate a sweet treat plus have a spooktacular healthy snack as well! Class size is limited. Instructor: Sherri Mraz
Gluten Free Cooking
Wednesday, October 17th 6:30 – 8 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. Space is limited. Instructor: Joe Colavito
Coffee & Tea Club
Saturday, October 20th 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.
Block Party!
Tuesday, October 23rd 5:30- 7:00 PM, Free
Each team around the store will create a unique recipe for all to taste. Voting ballots will be given out in the produce department for you to vote for your favorite sample. The winning team will get to display the trophy in their department for all to see. No registration necessary, just come on by.
Is Stress Getting on your Nerves?
Wednesday, October 24th 7:00-8:00 PM, Free
Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by things in your life, you’re not alone. Being “stressed out” is more than a nuisance, it affects your health. Come listen to Dr. Ian Shtulman share secrets to naturally reducing and coping with stress.
Mom’s Morning Escape
Friday, October 26, 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
Annual Trick-Or-Treating and Costume Contest:
Saturday, October 27th, 12:00-2:00 PM, Free
Calling all kids! Join us for a fun and tasty trick-or-treating event around the store from 12-2pm. Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween Costumes and bring their trick-or-treating bags to join in the fun! We will have bags for sale for anyone that forgets. Each department will have special treats for the kids, just look for the pumpkin signs around the store and say “Trick-or Treat”!
Costume Contest & Parade: 2:00-2:30 PM , Free
The contest for the best Halloween costume is for children ages 0-14 years old. Contestants must pick up a number in the back of the café from 2:00-2:15pm to enter. Contestants will walk around the store in parade fashion for all of our team member judges around the store to vote. Winners will be announced around 2:30 PM in the cafe. First place contestant will receive a $100 Whole Foods Market Gift Card; Second and Third place contestants will receive a $25 Whole Foods Market Gift Card. No registration and No purchase necessary to enter.
About Whole Foods Market®
Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market (wholefoodsmarket.com, NASDAQ: WFM), is the leading natural and organic food retailer. As America’s first national certified organic grocer, Whole Foods Market was named “America’s Healthiest Grocery Store” by Health magazine. The company’s motto, “Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet”™ captures its mission to ensure customer satisfaction and health, Team Member excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental improvement. Thanks to the company’s more than 69,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has been ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in America by FORTUNE magazine for 15 consecutive years. In fiscal year 2011, the company had sales of more than $10 billion and currently has more than 325 stores in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.