Store Calendar

Class Registration
48 hour advance registration along with payment (if necessary) is requested to reserve your place in a class. Register for classes in person at the customer service desk or call 608.233.9566 (unless otherwise noted). To receive a refund, please allow us 24 hours notice to cancel a class. All classes must be registered for in advance unless otherwise noted.

• Saturday, February 6th

  Stress Evaluation and Chair Massage in the Cafe

  11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m Free

  Are you STRESSED?  Join Dr. David Dow, D.C. L.Ac., for a free stress evaluation and chair massage.  Fill out a complementary stress survey and have a chance to talk with Dr. David Dow to learn about how the levels of stress in your life may be affecting your health.  Receive a high tech nerve function diagnostic test to see how well your nerves are functioning. Afterwards, reduce those stress levels with a chair massage.  Come and treat your body to some health.

• Saturday, February 6th

  The Science of Breath

  6:30-7:30 p.m. Free

  Experience an internationally acclaimed science of breath workshop presented by lecturer Prajkta Date, featuring innovative breathing techniques that can reduce stress and heighten mental clarity and awareness.  The workshop will introduce the Art of Living organization and its program. Reported experiences from the program include reduced stress, better sleep, more energy and enthusiasm, improved focus and concentration, better relationships, reduced anxiety and depression.  

• Wednesday, February 10th and Wednesday, February 24th

  Healthy Bodies, Healthy Budgets Value Tour

  5:30-6:30 p.m. Free, but please register 48 hours in advance!

  Here at Whole Foods Market, we believe everyone should be able to afford to eat quality food. If you think higher quality always means higher price, think again! We offer real food, all free of artificial ingredients and hydrogenated fats, at the best possible price. Take our store tour to learn how you can get the most for your money every day. Meet at the Customer Service Desk. Due to space limitations, 48 hour advance registration is required. Receive a free goody bag filled with products and special offers (one per family).

• Wednesday, February 10th

  Simples Ways to Manage your Weight Loss Goals

  6:30-7:30 p.m. Free

  With the New Year upon us, it is easy to get totally overloaded with so much confusing weight loss data and overwhelmed with all of the diet fads. It becomes difficult knowing where to even begin. Keep it simple. Join Colleen and Luis, local fitness trainers in this discussion. Colleen will share with you her own successful weight loss experience and several simple tips that anyone can use to slim down and greatly improve their overall health.

• Thursday, February 11th

  Outside Event: Heart Fair off the Square

  5:00-8:00 p.m. Free @ St Mary's Hospital

  Join Whole Foods Market at St. Mary's Heart Fair off the Square for an opportunity to gain valuable insight that will help you make conscious choices towards a balanced, healthy lifestyle. Interact with healthcare professionals at over 40 educational exhibits and talk one-on-one with Dean Cardiologists during the "ask a doctor" sessions. Enjoy live entertainment and heart-healthy cooking demos from Whole Foods Market. Participate in fitness activities and get free screenings for cholesterol, blood pressure and coronary risk. Ejection fraction, body mass index (BMI), ankle brachial index (ABI) and carotid scan screenings will also be offered during this free community event.

• Friday, February 12th

  The Art of Risotto (Vegetarian)

  11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $25

  Join Elizabeth Crawford in mastering the art of risotto.  In this course students will gain a technical understanding of perfectly cooked risotto and will be inspired to create endless variations of their own. We will explore 3 different types of risotto, including: classic Mushroom Risotto with 3 kinds of mushroom and fresh Wisconsin goat cheese; Untraditional Risotto with organic barley, leek, kale, chickpeas, herbs and parmesan cheese; and Tahitian Vanilla Dessert Risotto, served with an apple compote and crème fraiche.

• Friday, February 12th

  Sweet Valentine

  4:30-6:00 p.m. $10

  Come make the sweetest treat for your valentine!  We will create homemade Valentines and delicious baked goodies to go with it.  Surprise your favorite person with s 'more cupcakes, decorated heart sugar cookies, and anything we can find to dip in chocolate! Ages 6-12

• Saturday, February 13th

  Valentine Snack Time

  2:00-3:30 p.m. $15

  This class is perfect for some parent or grandparent and child bonding.  Join Tara Verma, a local mommy, to learn how to make a fun and healthy snack together while showing your children the art of cooking and expressing themselves through food. This class will be fun and delicious.  There will be time for eating and sharing stories with bonus healthy snack recipes to take home. 

• Sunday, February 14th

  Free Valentine's Gift for First 50 Flowers!

  As Supplies Last Free with Flower Purchase

  Today, be one of the first 50 customers in the store to purchase flowers for your sweetie and get a free gift (while supplies last)! Choose from a variety of arrangements or fresh roses, tulips and mixed bouquets. And, we always offer complimentary flower wrapping. This year's super special deal: two dozen roses for just $19.99! Don't forget to pick up a card, chocolates and a bottle of wine while you're here. 

• Monday, February 15th

  Hablar y Cocinar

  4:30-6:00 p.m. $5

  Whether you have never spoken a word of Spanish or you are a natural, this class will be tons of fun.  Learn how to make delicious empanadas!  While we wait for our warm savory pastries to bake we will play Spanish games to practice our vocab! Take home your own set of French food flash cards to practice at home! Ages 7-12

• Tuesday, February 16th

  Transforming Stress

  6:30-7:30 p.m. Free

  Join Kelly Hora M.Ac. and learn how to transform stress and create a personal plan to respond to stress in a positive way.  We will explore Acupuncture and Chinese medicine's holistic approach to stress, as well as lifestyle choices you can make to support yourself.  We will begin with an overview of the physiology of stress, then complete a self-reflection worksheet to generate new tools and approaches to stress and how we respond.

• Wednesday, February 17th

  Organic Valley Shopping Cart Surprise!

  10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Free

  Organic Valley is coming to town to thank Whole Foods Market shoppers for supporting their local Organic Valley Farmer. As an extra special treat, when the farmer spots Organic Valley products in your shopping cart, he or she just might pay for your entire grocery purchase (two customers will be awarded)! A special thanks from Organic Valley Farmers to you.

• Thursday, February, 18th

  Health Nuts

  4:30-5:30 p.m. $5

  In this class we will discover how delicious it is to eat healthy!  We will make two afterschool snacks that kids can recreate by themselves at home. Then we will create a Veggie Lasagna with Ravioli that the whole family will love!  Ages 6-12

• Friday, February 19th

  Indian Cooking

  6:00-8:30 p.m. $25

  Join Neeta Saluja in learning how to prepare fresh and authentic Indian food in your own home.  The menu will include Chicken Biryani, a fragrant Indian version of Chicken and Rice Casserole.  Learn to prepare Spinach Raita, a wonderful side dish for rice dishes.  Finish your perfect winter menu with Hot and Spicy Tomato Soup, loaded with fresh ginger and curry leaves, this soup will be perfect to warm up during the cold months.

• Saturday, February 20th

  Changing the World, One Taste at a Time

  1:00-3:00 p.m. Free

  In honor of Whole Trade Month and our Whole Planet Foundation Prosperity Campaign, we welcome you to come explore just how easy (and tasty!) it is to help change the world. Enjoy samples of Whole Trade goodies while learning about what exactly the certification means, as well as how some companies are going above and beyond to help out as part of our Supplier Alliance. Good food, good people, good cause!            

• Monday, February 22nd

  Outside Event: The Big Eat

  5:30-8:30 p.m. $50 @ Monona Terrace

  Join Whole Foods Market at this year's Big Eat! The Big Eat brings together the delicious specialties of over 25 Madison area food purveyors for the sampling pleasure of the community to raise funds for Family Centers and its participating agencies in their efforts to keep kids safe and build strong and stable families. Feast on everything from entrees, appetizers, beverages, and desserts! Order tickets online at www.familycentersinc.org/BigEatTicketOrder.aspx 

• Monday, February 22nd

  Feeding the Sprout: The Adventures of Toddler Food

  6:00-7:30 p.m. $15

  Whether you have a picky eater or an angel at the table, this class offers creative, fun and healthy meal ideas that will be sure to please all your little sprouts. Join Tara Verma, a local mommy and baby food maker, as she demonstrates how to prepare exciting and "secretly" healthy foods for older babies and toddlers.  Sample recipes and tips for feeding toddlers will be provided.  Parents or parents-to-be will have time to share tips, ask questions, and taste test some yummy creations as well.

• Tuesday, February 23rd

  Meditation Class (for beginners and seasoned meditators)

  6:30-8:00 p.m. $5

  Would you like to meditate but don't know how or think you can not?  In this class, instructor Justin Thelen from Equilibrium introduces: The benefits of meditation; techniques to relax the body and calm the mind; breath and mind; and a simple but effective meditation practice so you'll be able to start practicing at home.  This is a stand-alone class but also part of an ongoing meditation series.

• Wednesday, February 10th and Wednesday, February 24th

  Healthy Bodies, Healthy Budgets Value Tour

  5:30-6:30 p.m. Free, but please register 48 hours in advance!

  Here at Whole Foods Market, we believe everyone should be able to afford to eat quality food. If you think higher quality always means higher price, think again! We offer real food, all free of artificial ingredients and hydrogenated fats, at the best possible price. Take our store tour to learn how you can get the most for your money every day. Meet at the Customer Service Desk. Due to space limitations, 48 hour advance registration is required. Receive a free goody bag filled with products and special offers (one per family).

• Wednesday, February 24th

  Pakistani Cuisine

  6:00-8:00 p.m. $25

  Explore Pakistani Cuisine with Huma Siddiqui, local author of White Jasmine Cuisine. The evening will begin with Zucchini Pakoras, a comforting appetizer of fresh sliced zucchini dipped in gram flour batter and deep fried.  For the main course: Tandoori Shrimp, a succulent shrimp cooked with White Jasmine Tandoori Masala and fire roasted tomatoes; served with Raita and Pulao, basmati rice cooked with fragrant whole spices.

• Thursday, February 25th

  Gluten Free Gang: Baking!

  4:30-6:00 p.m $5

  Join our new gluten-free kid's cooking series!  Whether you can't have gluten or just want to find out how delicious it can be, this class will teach us the tricks of making gluten-free food fun and tasty!  This week we will be baking up a storm with Brownies and Pumpkin Pie Muffins!  Ages 6-12

• Friday, February 26th

  Whole Trade Desserts & Wine Pairing

  6:30-8:00 p.m. $15

  In celebration of Whole Trade month, join Whole Foods Market for a delicious exploration into Whole Trade desserts and wines. On the menu will be Jasmine Tea-Poached Pears, Bittersweet Chocolate Tart with Raspberries, Coffee Granita, and a fine assortment of scrumptiously sustainable wines.

• Saturday, February 27th

  Behind the Rind, Starring Parmigiano Reggiano: Wheel Cracking Event

  11:00 a.m. Free

  Cheese specialists at our stores company-wide will artfully open wheels of the magnificent Parmigiano-Reggiano today. Join us for a taste!

• Saturday, February 27th

  Chair Massage in the Cafe

  11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Free

  Enjoy a free chair massage in our café with massage therapist Justin Thelen.

• Saturday, February 27th

  Cake Decorating 101: for teens!

  12:00-1:30 p.m. $10

  Come and discover the art of cake decorating!  Learn how to assemble and frost a layer cake, and basic piping techniques, too.  We will then explore the art of creating edible sculpture and figures for our cakes using marzipan.  Ages 13-17

• Saturday, March 13th

  Outside Event: FestivAle

  Open Tasting: 1:00-4:00 p.m. Ask for pricing details in-store

  @ the East Side Club
  
  Register at Whole Foods Market or online today at http://festivale.kintera.org! Sold out each year since its inception, The Arthritis Foundation's FestivAle 2010 will offer two full floors of sampling! One floor will feature craft beers created right here in Wisconsin. Taste even more craft beers on the second floor that go "beyond local". Participate in fun games, fantastic raffles and dance to live music by "Bob Rocks". Guests Will Receive a Genuine FestivAle Pint Glass. Be sure to come early for the special session: "Five Courses in Sustainability," a special demonstration and tasting of five sustainable beers paired with five sustainable food courses and cooking tips from the experts at Whole Foods Market.  

  

Notices

• January - March

  One Dime at a Time for REAP's Farm to School Program

  Eliminate single-use plastic bags and develop stronger communities all at the same time with our One Dime at a Time campaign. Whole Foods Market offers a 10 cent refund for each grocery bag that customers bring in to reuse. Just tell your cashier you'd like to give your 10 cent refund to our current community partner! This January through March, your dimes will go to REAP's Farm to School Program, a grassroots initiative whose goal is to enhance Wisconsin schools' existing meal programs by introducing fresh, nutritious, local and sustainably grown food to children. The program, like similar "farm-to-school" programs around the country, provide opportunities for children to reconnect with their natural world, strengthen links between the classroom and the lunchroom, and help establish a stable market for local farmers and processors. Visit http://www.reapfoodgroup.org/Programs-Events/farm-to-school.html for more information.

• Wednesday, February 3 - Wednesday, March 3

  Whole Trade Guarantee Awareness Month

  At Whole Foods Market, we believe we have a responsibility toward all entities involved in our business: our customers, shareholders, Team Members, suppliers, the environment and, not least of all, our community. To us, community transcends the boundaries of our cities to the places from which we source our products, many of which are in developing countries. As a result, we have created the Whole Trade Guarantee, an extension of our values that lets you rest assured that you are buying the best for you, for your community, and your world. Whole Trade Guarantee products must: Meet our high Quality Standards, Provide more money to producers, Ensure better wages and working conditions for workers, and Utilize sound environmental practices. Plus, with each purchase of those products, 1% of the retail price goes to the Whole Planet Foundation, which is creating real results in the fight against poverty.

• Wednesday, February 17 - Wednesday, March 31

  Whole Planet Foundation Prosperity Fundraiser

  The Whole Planet Foundation's mission is to create economic partnerships with the poor in those developing-world communities that supply our stores with product. Through innovative assistance for entrepreneurship - including direct microcredit loans and tangible support for other community partnership projects - we seek to unleash the energy and creativity of every human being we work with in order to create wealth and prosperity in emerging economies. For these six weeks, Whole Foods Market will be striving to achieve huge goals to help reduce poverty. Join us in empowering entrepreneurs in the global community by donating to the Whole Planet Foundation. Enter your name to win a gift basket filled with our Whole Trade items placed in a beautiful Blessing Basket® every time you donate to the Foundation! 

• Whole Foods Market Birthday and Private Parties

  Whole Foods Market Madison offers parties for children ages three and up! No matter what your taste or style, we have a party for you. We can help you celebrate any event, whether it's a birthday, back-to-school event, sports party, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, or any other reason you can think to celebrate! Whole Foods Market is here to help make any party exceptionally memorable! Contact Associate Marketing Specialist Caitlin Way at 608.233.9566 x520 or caitlin.way@wholefoods.com to receive more information.