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Thanksgiving Made Easy!
Place your Thanksgiving catering order at our Holiday order table or your fresh, raw turkey order with the Meat Department.
Beginning November 2nd
We'll do the cooking you take the credit! We've got a wide selection of pre-cooked dishes to satisfy the diverse tastes of your family and friends! Choose from a complete traditional dinner or chose a combination of entrees and sides, for a meal that's just the right size for a large group or an intimate gathering. Find our Thanksgiving menu at the Holiday Order Table or our website, then stop by or call us between 11am and 7pm to order.
We'll be glad to help you create the meal that is right for your family's holiday occasion.
Orders must be placed by Tuesday November 23 by noon.
Special Events
Monday, November 2nd
Curious Palate
6p.m. to 6.30p.m. FREE in the Salud Classroom
Join our Sommelier Ruben for a journey to unfold the secrets of wine making and understand your taste preferences. Ruben will present wines from the great wine regions of the world. Find out what you enjoy,and why, in our free tasting and presentation.
The journey is in our palate.
Same great class moved to every other Monday nightMonday, November 9th
Thanksgiving 101
6.30p.m. to 8p.m. $5 per person
Whether you are new to hosting or want to brush up on your repoitore this class presents a rare opportunity to tap into the collective experience from our lead butchers and demo specialist!
Butchers Bob and Keith will cover all aspects of turkey selection, cooking times, and how to create the most tender and moist Thanksgiving bird.
Joan and Pam will share traditional and colorful side dishes as well as the secret to lump-free gravy.
If your dinner guest includes vegans or those who must choose gluten-free alternatives this evening's class will also suggest outstanding special diet selections for the holiday feast.
A Thanksgiving meal paired with some of our favorite wines will be served while our experts share humorous stories of their first attempts at the perfect holiday meal.
This class is expected to fill quickly so please sign-up and pay at our Customer Service desk soon.
Thursday, November 12th
Local Food for Your Thanksgiving
4p.m. to 7p.m. FREE throughout the store
Join us in welcoming several local farmers and producers to show us how their products can be an essential part of your Thanksgiving Feast!
Learn about IPM from Duane of Cold Spring Orchards, taste why High Lawn cream makes the best whipped cream to top your pumpkin pie, taste the different cranberry offerings from Appalachian Naturals, pick up some recipes for your squash from Czajkowski Farm, taste how Farm Country's delicious pumpkin soup comes to life with some Gerb's Pumpkin Seeds, and more!
Monday, November 16th
Kids' Passport Program Visits Canada for Canadian Thanksgiving
Ongoing activity from 3.30p.m. to 5.30p.m. FREE in the cafe
Kid's can take their taste buds on a world tour- get the passport and climb aboard.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner for all of us, but did you know that the country of Canada also celebrates Thanksgiving? The traditional Thanksgiving dinner in Canada is a bit different but they don't skip pumpkin pie! Let's make pumpkin pie with whip cream and learn a little about the country of Canada and what they eat when they celebrate the successful harvest! Climb on board and get your passport stamped for the next stop- Canada!
Class size is limited sign-up in advance at customer serviceMonday, November 16th
Curious Palate
6p.m. to 6.30p.m. FREE in the Salud Classroom
Join our Sommelier Ruben for a journey to unfold the secrets of wine making and understand your taste preferences. Ruben will present wines from the great wine regions of the world. Find out what you enjoy,and why, in our free tasting and presentation.
The journey is in our palate.
Same great class moved to every other Monday nightThursday, November 19th
Fund Drive & Radio-thon
9a.m. to 6p.m. With WRSI and WHMP radio
This Thanksgiving make a difference for those in need by donating funds on Thursday November 19th.
Whole Foods Market will host the Fund Drive along with valley favorites from WRSI and WHMP radio. Meet some of your favorite D.J.s who will broadcast live from our store. Your assistance will make all the difference.
Monday, November 23rd
LAST DAY to place a holiday order!
until 7pm call us or stop by!
While you can place your catering or raw turkey order through our website this holiday season, you can call the Holiday Order Table or the Meat Department at 413 586 9932 where we can talk you through the process, ingredients, serving sizes, special orders and options.
You must place your order by Monday 23rd at 7pm as pick up begins Monday and ends Wednesday 25th at 9.30pm.
Weekly Events
Every Monday
Kids' Monday
Each Monday Pam does kid-friendly demos with recipes you can try on your own.
Each Weekend
Weekend Theater
Each weekend enjoy a little theater with your food.
Featuring on the floor demonstrations, samples and good fun. We like to play with our food!

