Store Calendar

Pricing and registration information:
All classes are held in the 2nd floor classroom.  Pre-registration with full payment is required at Customer Service or by calling 215.557.0015.  Refunds will not be granted to registrants who have paid but do not show.  If you have not paid in full 48 hours before the class, you will lose your space. 

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Events

• Tuesday, February 2nd

  I Wonder: Chopped!

  11:30 am & 4:30 pm FREE

  Visit us at one of the two times offered to learn how to properly cut fruit! Our team members will show you how to hold a knife and basic cutting skills.

• Wednesday, February 3rd

  Slim It Down Series 1 of 4: "Glorious Greens And Great Grains"

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm $5

  If this is your year to eating healthy and attain your goal weight, you'll want to join us as health counselor Maura Shenker will take us on a four week journey to help us look our best for 2010. Each week different topics will be discussed so sign up today! 

  Week One: Maura will speak on the importance of adding vegetables to our diet and offering tips on how you can sneak them into your meals. This class will also touch on the importance of real WHOLE grains and alternatives to white/wheat flour.

  Maura's classes fill up fast! Pre-registration with full payment is required at Customer Service or by calling 215.557.0015.  Sign up for all four today at our customer service desk!

• Thursday, February 4th

  I Wonder: Blue Cheese

  11:30 am & 4:30 pm FREE

  Are you in the Moo for Blue Cheese? Come learn about the different varieties we carry and try a sample or two! 

• Thursday, February 4th

  Theo Chocolate Sampling

  12 pm - 3 pm FREE

  Theo's classic, organic and fair trade chocolate line is introducing a new flavor to our store for a limited time! Spice up your Valentines and try some Theo Chili Chocolate. Made with rich 70% dark chocolate is beautifully balanced with the warmth of guajillo chile and cinnamon, the tanginess of pasilla chile anda subtle hint of citrus. Vegan and Soy Free.

  
  

• Friday, February 5th

  First Friday Game Day Tasting

  5 pm - 7 pm FREE

  

  Happy First Friday! We're kicking off the big "Game Day" weekend with a special tasting of our favorite appetizers around the store! We will have hot weekend deals and killer dips, chips and more for you to sample. Bring your game on! 

• Saturday, February 6th

  GUAC-OFF

  11:30 am - 1:30 pm FREE

  It's going to be dip madness on Saturday, February 6^th! That's right, just before game day, we're having our own Guacamole Mix Up on Saturday, February 6^th from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Each team in the store will create their secret guacamole recipe and our customers' will vote on which dip is the best.  Only one team will win! What's in it for the winning team? The winning team will go down with the "Guac of Fame" title in the produce department for the month of February, and their recipe will be the featured in our take action center.

  Customers you will be able to vote on the following: presentation, taste and texture. Get your taste buds ready! 

• Tuesday, February 9th

  I Wonder: Natural Hair Care

  11:30 am & 4:30 pm FREE

  At Whole Foods, we have our own Premium Body Care® standards. If you are wondering what is or is not in our natural hair care products, stop by at one of the two times offered for a free 15 minute lesson! 

  
  

• Wednesday, February 10th

  Slim It Down Series 2 of 4: "How Sweet It Isn't - Breaking the Sugar Cycle"

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm $5

  Week Two: Maura Shenker returns with week two of the "Slim It Down" series.  She will be discussing the harmful effects of sugar and artificial sweeteners.  Do you know how many names sugar takes on? Learn about the different types of sugar and how to correctly read packaged food labels.

  Maura's classes fill up fast! Pre-registration with full payment is required at Customer Service or by calling 215.557.0015.  Sign up for all four today at our customer service desk!

  
  

• Thursday, February 11th

  I Wonder: Cremenelli Fine Meats

  11:30 am & 4:30 pm FREE

  If you want to give a genuine Italian experience, come learn about Cremenelli Fine Meats! "The pure goodness of natural raw materials from America and the unhurried care of Creminelli artisanry come together to make an unforgettable meat eating experience," the Creminelli family.
  
  

• Thursday, February 11th

  Chocolate Fest!

  6 pm - 8 pm FREE

  Calling all chocolate lovers! Melt your lover with some chocolate facts, tips and tricks. Bring your friends for a chocolate extravaganza. Sample all that we love from around the store and find the perfect sweets for your sweet and check out our romantic meal packages, unique gifts and more!

• Wednesday, February 17th

  Slim It Down Series 3 of 4: "Fat - It's Where The Flavor's At"

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm $5

  Week Three: Maura Shenker continues the "Slim It Down" series by touching on the topic of FAT! She will explain the difference between saturated fats and unsaturated fats.  Maura will talk about the importance of incorporate fats into our diets and how much we need for optimal health. This session also explores animal vs. vegetarian sources of protein.

  Maura's classes fill up fast! Pre-registration with full payment is required at Customer Service or by calling 215.557.0015.  Sign up for all four today at our customer service desk!

  
  

• Thursday, February 18th

  Value Tour

  10 am - 11 am FREE

  Trying to shop on a shoestring? This hour-long tour will give you a taste of Whole Foods Market's own private label, 365.  Learn how to spot quality products at reasonable prices and how to plan out your weekly meals! To register, please sign up at the Customer Service Desk. Note: due to the increasing popularity of this tour, customers are limited to taking one tour every three months, equaling four Value Tours per year. Thank you for your understanding as we have limited space and many interested customers.

• Wednesday, February 24th

  Slim It Down Series 4 of 4: "Summing It Up To Slim It Down"

  6:00 pm - 7:00 pm $5

  Week Four: To conclude the "Slim It Down" series, Maura Shenker will discuss what an overall healthy eating plan will look like. She will discuss the importance of a balanced diet, portion control, and eating local and seasonal foods.  You will also learn about the important of exercise and managing stress for over-all health and wellness.

  Maura's classes fill up fast! Pre-registration with full payment is required at Customer Service or by calling 215.557.0015.  Sign up for all four today at our customer service desk!

• Saturday, February 27th

  Crack the Wheel

  3 pm FREE

  In 2008, Whole Foods Market broke the world record for hosting the largest wheel cracking event. We're about to do it again! Join us for samples, music and fun festivities all around some Parmigiano Reggiano!