Whole Foods Jacksonville Current Events

Regular Scheduled Activities:

Sat, 6 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Every 2nd Monday

Community Night -Flagler Hospital Meet Up

6:00pm FREE

Flagler Hospital is now offering a free weight loss support group. Meetings feature tips on healthy cooking, exercise, and other issues facing those who struggle with their weight. For more information please contact Joe Mark at Joe.Mark@flaglerhospital.org . No Registration Required. (Lifestyle Center)

Every Tuesday

Coffee Connect

9:30am to 11:00am FREE

The purpose of Coffee Connect is to give business women the opportunity to expand personally and professionally through networking. This group brings together individuals who own small businesses as well as those who depend on referrals to expand their businesses. Coffee Connect promotes long-term relationships and is interested in giving women an environment where they can help each other become successful through concentrated networking. Space is limited to one person per type of business. To learn more or to sign up for this meet-up please contact Coffee Connect Group Organizer Debra Leonard at leonard268@aol.com. (Lifestyle Center)

Cooking with Grains -Class

6:30 pm $5

There are a whole lot of whole grains out there! And while trying to find just the right one might feel like looking for a needle in, well, a stack of whole grains, we're pretty sure we can help. Thanks to whole grains, everything from bread and pasta to breakfast cereals, salads and pastries gets a flavor, texture and nutrition boost. Join us every Tuesday night to learn from the best, take home copies of the recipes and learn tips! Space is limited; register now! or see customer service. (Lifestyle Center-Demonstration Style)

March 2nd - Wheat Berry Salad with Raisins, Beets and Citrus Vinaigrette

March 9th - Easy Shrimp and Grits with Sweet Peppers

March 16th - The Whole Planet Foundation Inspired Vegetable Biryani with Cashews

March 23rd - Bulgur Salad with Kale, Salami and Olives

March 30^th -Chef Rick's Special

Every Wednesday

Story Time with Clementine

11:00am to 11:30am FREE

Does your child love stories? Relax and engage your child's imagination with a variety of fun books. This event is geared towards young ones and parents but all ages are welcome. We'll also have some yummy treats on hand for you to enjoy. Feel free to get a cup of Joe and read a magazine in our beautiful café. Parents/Guardians must stay in building while kids are in class. No registration required. (Lifestyle Center)

Every Saturday

Hot Breakfast Bar

8am-10am

Enjoy a delicious breakfast for $7.99 lb at our prepared foods hot bar every weekend! Note: Brunch season has ended; please check back with us in the spring for our fresh brunch offerings. (Prepared Foods Department)

Samplicious Saturday

2pm-5pm FREE

Join us every Saturday a store wide tasting experience. Stop by each department to taste the difference and learn what Whole Foods Market is all about. No registration required. (Storewide)

Every Sunday

Hot Breakfast Bar

8am-10am

Mandarin Farmers Market @Whole Foods Market

12:00pm to 4:00pm

Join us for our weekly Farmers Market to meet local farmers' producers and vendors to discover fresh delicious products from your own backyard. Meet local bakers, farmers, nurseries and more. The Farmers Market will take place in the parking lot of our store every Sunday. For vendor information please contact Mandarin Farmers Market Manager Martin Kabaki at info@globalgreenup.com (Parking Lot)

Samplicious Saturdays- Gluten Free Tasting and Tour

Sat, 6 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Saturday, March 6th

2:00pm to 5:00pm | Free
Whether you are new to "gluten free" or a veteran of it, we would like to invite you to our Gluten Free taste and tour. Stop by each department to taste the difference and learn what Whole Foods Market is all about. If you are not gluten intolerant, but are curious about it, join us! Shopping gluten free can be easier than it looks, and we are here to help. Gluten Free tour with Chris will begin on the Gluten Free isle at 2pm. Space is limited for the Gluten Free Tour; register now! see customer service. (Storewide-sampling event)

Farmers Market; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Sun, 7 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Sunday, March 7th

12:00pm-4:00pm |

Community Night -Flagler Hospital Meet up; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Monday, March 8th

6:00pm | FREE

(Lifestyle Center)

Join Whole Foods Market in the Community- Motivational Seminar

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Monday, March 8th

7pm-9pm |
Joe Ehrmann, coach, elite athlete and educator, from Coach for America and featuring Jacksonville Jaguars Coach, Jack Del Rio to learn to achieve personal and professional goals, improve relationships and increase productivity through a radically different approach. Joe's vision is to transform personal practices and community values to create a society where every man, woman and child can reach his or her greatest human potential. Light dinner will be available for purchase by Whole Foods Market; part of the proceeds will benefit S.U.R.G.E. For more information or to purchase tickets please contact Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church at 904-285-8225 (Seminar location -UNF Lazarra Performance Hall Fine Arts Center for directions please visit www.unf.edu/fineartscenter)

Grains Cooking Class; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Tuesday, March 9th

6:30pm | $5

Story Time with Clementine; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, March 10th

11:00am to 11:30am | FREE

Private Cooking Class

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Thursday, March 11th

12:30 |

If you are interested in having a private cooking class for your group please email MyraJean.Haslam@wholefoods.com or 904-288-1100.

Whole Foods Market Wine and Cheese Club

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, March 12th

6:00pm | FREE

Always wanted to learn more about cheese and wine? This is your chance! Join our professional Cheese Mongers and Certified Wine Sommelier for an array of different wines and different cheeses every second Friday and become part of the Whole Foods Market Wine and Cheese Club. ID required for tasting and space is limited; register now! or see customer service. (Wine Department-Sampling Event)

Join Whole Foods Market in the Community -Wine Gala

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, March 12th

6pm-9pm |

The Tom Coughlin Jay Fund invites the Jacksonville community to share in the heart-warming fun at the 9^th Wine Tasting Gala. The elegant setting adds to the ambience of a special occasion that allows patrons to sample fine wines provided by some 100 leading wineries and Cheese from Whole Foods Market, Jacksonville for more information please visit tcjayfund.org (Modis Building, Downtown Jacksonville)

Whole Planet Foundation Vendor Sampling

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Saturday, March 13th

2pm-5pm |

The mission of Whole Planet Foundation is to create economic partnerships through microcredit with the poor in communities that supply Whole Foods Market stores with products, with a focus on the developing world. Stop by and enjoy samples from vendors who support the Whole Planet Foundation. 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 17 countries around the world. (Store-wide sampling event)

Farmers Market; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Sunday, March 14th

12:00pm-4:00pm |
Don't forget to spring forward for Daylight Savings!

Private Cooking Class

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Monday, March 15th

12:00pm |

If you are interested in having a private cooking class for your group please email MyraJean.Haslam@wholefoods.com or 904-288-1100.

Grains Cooking Class; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Tuesday, March 16th

6:30pm | $5

Story Time with Clementine; see regular schedule events at top for more info

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, March 17th

11:00am to 11:30am | FREE

St. Patty's Day Cookies and Crafts -Fundraiser for Muscular Dystrophy Association

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, March 17th

4:00pm | $5

Hey Kids! Join Myra Jean, Lifestyle Center Facilitator, in making something crafty for St. Patty's Day while you also get to enjoy some yummy cookies. Parents can enjoy a cup of Joe and read a magazine in our beautiful café or get the shopping out of the way while the kids have a great time. Kids must be 6 - 10 to attend. 100% of the proceeds will benefit Muscular Dystrophy Association and all participants will receive a free gift. Space is limited; register now! or see customer service. Parents/Guardians must stay in building while kids are in class. (Lifestyle Center- Hands On)

Private Event-Whole Foods Market Chamber Social

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Thursday, March 18th

5:30pm-7pm | $5 for Members at the door

Calling all Chamber Members; join us for an after-hours networking event hosted by the Mandarin Council Chamber of Commerce. More information, please contact: Roger Kuder at (904) 737-8855. (Lifestyle Center-networking event)

Mamma & Me! Cooking Lessons-Series 3

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, March 19th

1:00 pm | $15 (for mother and child)
Hey Mammas, here's a chance for you and your 3-6 year old to join Myra Jean, Lifestyle Facilitator as she helps you teach your little one basic cooking skills. Our kids cooking lessons are set up to be short and sweet. You and your junior chef will learn about cooking by watching, feeling, smelling, and tasting with these hands on food experiences. Cooking lesson #3 is about building. The menu includes making sandwiches and of course participants get to eat what is made! Space is limited; register now! or see customer service. (Lifestyle Center- Hands On)

Whole Foods Market Beer Club

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, March 19th

6:00pm | FREE

Beer lovers and connoisseurs join us 3rd Friday in the Specialty Department for a Beer Tasting experience. We will have delicious Domestic Artisans cheese samples that pair great with beer. Space is limited; please register register now! or see customer service. (Beer Department-sampling event)

Samplicious Saturday-Special Diets

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Saturday, March 20th

2pm-5pm | FREE

Vegan, Raw, Gluten Free, Oh My! So many different diets and such little time! Join us this Saturday for a special diets store wide tasting experience. Stop by each department to taste the difference and learn what Whole Foods Market is all about. No registration required. (Storewide)

Happy spring!

Whole Body Vitamin and Supplement Fair

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Sunday, March 21st

2pm-5pm | FREE

Join the Whole Body Team for a Vitamin and Supplement fair and enjoy free samples, learn from the experts and first 25 customers will receive FREE re-usable bag filled with little whole body gifts! No registration required. (Whole Body Department)

Grains Cooking Class; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Tuesday, March 23rd

6:30pm | $5

Story Time with Clementine; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, March 24th

11:00 am to 11:30am | FREE

Seafood Lovers Lunch and Learn

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, March 24th

12:30pm | $2

Join a fun seafood instructional class and enjoy a lunch seafood snack on us! James Jones our Seafood Team Leader will not only teach you about the different types of fish he will also prepare a sample for you to taste! Space is limited; register now! or see customer service. (Lifestyle Center-Demonstration Style)

'Whole Foods' Still Life Painting for Adults and Wine Tasting

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Thursday, March 25th

6:30pm | $15

Here is your chance to learn a few basic impressionistic style painting techniques from Lifestyle Center Facilitator and artist, Myra Jean. In this class she will be teaching participants how to paint a simple still life composition of Whole Foods (like fruits and veggies) on canvas using acrylics. While you complete your masterpiece there will healthy snacks to enjoy. Price of class includes paint and canvas to take home. Space is limited; register now! or see customer service. (Lifestyle Center-Hands on)

Private Non Profit Meeting

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Friday, March 26th

8:00am-5:00pm |

If you have a non-profit and want to rent the lifestyle center for your next meeting, please email Lifestyle Center Facilitator, Myra Jean Haslam MyraJean.Haslam@wholefoods.com or call 904-288-1100.

Samplicious Saturday- Kosher Favorites

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Saturday, March 27th

2pm-5pm | FREE

Passover is right around the corner and what better way to start the celebration than a tasting event! Stop by each department to taste the difference and learn what Whole Foods Market is all about. No registration required. (Storewide)

Farmers Market; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Sun, 28 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Sunday, March 28th

12:00pm-4:00pm |

Passover Begins at Sundown

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Monday, March 29th

Grains Cooking Class; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Tuesday, March 30th

6:30pm | $5

5% Day -The Wildlife Sanctuary at University of North Florida

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, March 31st

Today we will donate FIVE PERCENT of the day's net sales to The Wildlife Sanctuary at the University of North Florida. The more you shop, the more we give! Thanks for your support!

Story Time with Clementine; see regular schedule events at top for more info.

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST

Wednesday, March 31st

11:00am to 11:30am | FREE