Store Calendar

Please sign up for classes and in-store events by visiting the Customer Service desk, or by calling 503 645 9200

For questions about classes and in-store events, or for inquiries about using our cafe space, please contact Erin Rosvold, Marketing Specialist, at 503 645 9200 ext. 260, or send emails to erin.rosvold@wholefoods.com

November Events

• NOVEMBER SPECIAL THANKSGIVING EVENTS AND CLASSES

• November 1 - December 31

  Bag Hunger: Food Drive for the Sunshine Division

  Help us by helping our community! During this holiday season, shop with us and purchase either a $10 or $15 bag of non-perishable groceries that will directly benefit a hungry family in our community.

  

• Throughout the month of November

  Thanksgiving Tastings

  Free!

  Join us for this popular family tasting event showcasing our delicious, all natural Thanksgiving staples. Enjoy samples of turkey and all the trimmings on us. Give yourself a break this holiday and order our holiday meal!

  • Sunday, November 1st, 2-4pm
  • Saturday, November 7th, 2-4pm
  • Wednesday, November 11th, 12-2pm
  • Sunday, November 15th, 2-4pm VEGAN
  • Wednesday, November 18th, 12-2pm VEGAN
  • Saturday, November 21st, 2-4pm

   A special bonus at our location: Our outstanding Specialty Department will be offering samples of wine to pair with your meals. Don't miss out!

   

• Every Wednesday, Starting Wednesday 4th November

  Gluten Free 101 Tour and Sample

  4-4:30pm Free

  Learn about the vast array of Gluten Free/Casein Free products we have on offer. Call xtn 260 to reserve your spot or to suggest an alternative time.

• Fridays in November, starting Friday 6th November

  Children's Story Time

  11-11:30am Free

  Does your child love stories? Relax while we engage your child's imagination with a variety of fun books. Open to all ages. We'll also have some natural treats on hand for you to enjoy. Location: Lounge.

• Fridays in November, starting Friday 6th November

  Foodie Friday Demos

  12-1pm Free

   Are you a foodie? If you love food, come join us as we share some samples of our favorite dishes. A new dish each week!

• Some Fridays in November, starting Friday 6th November

  Friday Night Flights

  6:30-7:30pm $2-5 (call x420 for pricing information & weekly theme)

  Want to know more about wine? Ever tried a Monastrell or a sparkling Pinot Noir? Want to learn about pairings? If so, join us in the Café for this popular weekly event during which we'll try wines from a new theme every week.

  Friday, November 6th • Locals Only! • $5

  We will be pouring wines from Oregon and Washington
  and pairing them with local cheeses and treats. Keep
  Portland (and our wine) weird!

  Friday, November 20th • Kermit Lynch wines • $5

  Derek from Bacchus will pour with us for an educational
  night of really delicious French wines.

   **No Friday night flights on November 27th; Happy Holidays! **

   

• Saturdays in November, starting November 7th

  Healthy Eating & Smart Shopping Tour

  Free

  Save money this holiday and learn how to make healthy choices for your family? Join Erin for a tour through the store.  This activity can be tailored to those with special dietary concerns. Sign up at Guest Services or by calling 503 645 9200

• Friday November 6th

  Fungi Friday

  3-6pm Free

  Explore the Northwest's bounty of edible mushrooms! Enjoy complimentary tastings of mushroom inspired dishes, voet for your favorite, and enter to win a $25 gift card. Don't forget to bring the kids; we'll be having a mushroom coloring contest alongside the tastings.

• Wednesday November 11th

  Gluten Free 101 Tour and Sample

  4-4:30pm Free

  Learn about the vast array of Gluten Free/Casein Free products we have on offer. Call xtn 260 to reserve your spot or to suggest an alternative time.

• Wednesday November 11th

  Three Thanksgiving Soups

  6-7:30pm $15

  We'll show you how to make three scrumptious soups with all of those Thanksgiving leftovers. On the menu will be Squash Soup, Turkey Chili and French Onion Soup.

  Sign up at Guest Services or by calling 503 645 9200.

• Thursday November 12th

  Passport Event: Taste of Thanksgiving

  5-8pm $10 suggested donation to benefit Oregon Relief Hunger Task Force

  Wonderful food! A great cause! Live music by Jacob Merlin!

  It's our 2nd annual celebration of the season, Taste of Thanksgiving. This year's beneficiary will be the Oregon Hunger Task Force. Bring your family and friends and purchase a passport to sample a generous array of seasonal Thanksgiving dishes from around the store. It's a great time for all, so make it a tradition to join us!

  Passports are available now for advance purchase. We suggest a $10 donation for adults, and a $5 donation for children.

   The Oregon Hunger Task Force ends hunger before it begins by promoting the well-being and economic security of all Oregonians. We make a significant difference by going upstream to address the root causes of hunger through public policy, education and advocacy. We envision an Oregon where every person has the opportunity succeed and thrive.

   

• Friday November 13th

  Children's Story Time

  11-11:30am Free

  Does your child love stories? Relax while we engage your child's imagination with a variety of fun books. Open to all ages. We'll also have some natural treats on hand for you to enjoy.  Location: Lounge.

• Friday November 13th

  Foodie Friday Demos

  12-1pm Free

  Are you a foodie? If you love food, come join us as we share some of our favorite dishes. A new dish each week!

• Friday November 13th

  Brining 101

  6-6:20pm Free

  Come join our live demonstration as we show you what ingredients and equipment you need to make the most succulent bird for this holiday's feast.

   

• Friday November 13th

  Friday Night Flights Holiday Theme!

  6:30-7:30pm $2-5 (call x420 for pricing information & weekly theme)

  Want to know more about wine? Ever tried a Monastrell or a sparkling Pinot Noir? Want to learn about pairings? If so, join us in the Café for this popular weekly event during which we'll try wines from a new theme every week.

• Saturday November 14th

  Helvetia Wines

  2-5 pm Free!

  Shirley from Helvetia will join us to pour some
  old favorites along with their new Grrwurztraminer.

• Saturday November 14th

  Holiday Cheese and Wine Pairing

  3-4:00pm Free

  Join our Cheese Specialist Jeremy and our Wine Specialist Colleen for a fun class on how to prepare a festive cheese plate and choose wines to pair with it for entertaining.

  Please visit customer service or call 503 645 9200

   

• Saturday November 14th

  Healthy Eating & Smart Shopping Tour

  Free

  Save money this holiday and learn how to make healthy choices for your family? Join Erin for a tour through the store.  This activity can be tailored to those with special dietary concerns. Sign up at Guest Services or by calling 503.645.9200

   

• Tuesday November 17th

  Thanksgiving 101 Complete Meal

  6-8:00pm $15

  Enjoy a stress free holiday and learn from Chef Heather how to put on a winning feast. We'll show you how to brine, make gravy, stock, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and homemade cranberry sauce. Sign up at Guest Services or by calling 503.645.9200

• Wednesday November 18th

  Gluten Free 101 Tour and Sample

  4-4:30pm Free

  Learn about the vast array of Gluten Free/Casein Free products we have on offer. Call xtn 260 to reserve your spot or to suggest an alternative time.

• Friday November 20th

  Children's Story Time

  11-11:30am Free

  Does your child love stories? Relax while we engage your child's imagination with a variety of fun books. Open to all ages. We'll also have some natural treats on hand for you to enjoy.  Location: Lounge.

• Friday November 20th

  Foodie Friday Demos

  12-1pm Free

  Are you a foodie? If you love food, come join us as we share some of our favorite dishes. A new dish each week!

• Friday November 20th

  Friday Night Flights Holiday Theme!

  6:30-7:30pm $2-5 (call x420 for pricing information & weekly theme)

  Want to know more about wine? Ever tried a Monastrell or a sparkling Pinot Noir? Want to learn about pairings? If so, join us in the Café for this popular weekly event during which we'll try wines from a new theme every week.

• Saturday November 21st

  Healthy Eating & Smart Shopping Tour

  Free

  Save money this holiday and learn how to make healthy choices for your family? Join Erin for a tour through the store.  This activity can be tailored to those with special dietary concerns. Sign up at Guest Services or by calling 503.645.9200

   

• Saturday November 21st

  Digestive Enzymes and Healthy Digestion Vendor Fair

  2-5:00pm Free

  Be prepared for the holiday feasting and take away some samples of digestive enzymes. Meet our vendors and learn how to take care of your digestive system and stay healthy this holiday.

• Wednesday, November 25th

  Tasting: Small Vineyards Italian Wines

  1-4 pm Free!

  Another chance to try some of our favorite Italian wines!

• Wednesday November 25th

  Gluten Free 101 Tour and Sample

  4-4:30pm Free

  Learn about the vast array of Gluten Free/Casein Free products we have on offer. Call xtn 260 to reserve your spot or to suggest an alternative time.

• Thursday November 26th

  Thanksgiving Hours

  Store Open From 7-2:00pm

  Happy Thanksgiving to all our customers!

• DECEMBER EVENTS

• Friday, December 18th

  Small Vineyards Holiday Wines

  3-5 pm Free!

  Thomas Kelley will join us again for an informal but
  informative tasting of our favorite wines from Small
  Vineyards Italian and Iberian portfolios.

   

• Saturday, December 19th

  Gruet Sparkling Wines

  2-5 pm Free!

  New Mexico is one of the most exciting up and coming
  wine regions. Taste the world class sparklers from Gruet
  including a drop dead gorgeous vintage Blanc de Blancs.

Did You Know that We Offer Personal or GroupTours?

Do you have special dietary concerns or needs? Are you looking for some fresh, new ideas or simply trying to stretch your shopping dollars? Whole Foods Market, Tanasbourne offers free tours (personalized or group) to help you navigate our store. Call Erin, Marketing Specialist to set up your tour today! Tours for children and students also welcome. 503.645.9200 x260