Store Calendar

Check out all of our exciting classes and special events

• Regular Scheduled Activities:

   

  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

  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)

  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)

• Thursday, February 25

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

  5:00 pm $15

  Always wanted to bring out your artistic abilities but just needed a nudge? 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 wine to enjoy. Price of class includes paint and canvas to take home and samples of wine. Space is limited; register now! (Lifestyle Center)

• Saturday, February 27

  Parmigiano Reggiano Wheel Cracking

  3:00pm Free

  Whole Foods Market's cheese mongers in the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom will demonstrate the traditional method of breaking into 24-month-aged wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano. At Whole Foods Jacksonville, you can witness this event in our Specialty Department.

• Saturday, February 27th

  Wellness Screening

  12:00pm to 2:00pm FREE

  The screening takes less than five minutes but is incredibly informative as well as fun for the participants. Join Dr. Peter Adams for a free health check and find out more. It is the goal of this program to serve our patrons by being an information source for health, optimal performance, and wellness. The program is very simple and beneficial for everyone involved.  The Health Screenings includes a posture analysis as well as an energy, fatigue, and pain screening. No registration required; first come first serve basis.

  (Whole Body Department)

• Tuesday, March 2nd

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

  6:30pm $5

• Wednesday, March 3rd

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

  11:00am to 11:30am FREE

• Thursday, March 4th

  Sushi 101, Presented by Genji Sushi

  6:30pm $15

  Great news for Sushi lovers!  We are excited to bring you this introductory class, where you can learn the art of sushi making from chefs of Genji Sushi, premier provider of all-natural sushi available at Whole Foods Market.  Join us for this fun, hands-on instruction on various sushi techniques, such as inside out roll and Maki roll.  We will also learn about the honored traditions and history of sushi, its place in Japanese cuisine, and the variety of delicious ingredients and rolls that are offered daily at the Genji bar. Participants will take home and enjoy samples of their creations, and will receive a sushi text book, original Genji Ginger Miso dressing, and a sushi diploma! Space is limited; register now! or see customer service. (Lifestyle Center-Hands On)

• Friday, March 5th

  Ladies Whole Body Night

  6:30pm- 8:00pm Free

  Ladies it's time to treat yourselves to a fun night with your friends for little bit of wine tasting and a whole lot of fun! Learn how to make lotions, potions and more! Learn from the experts, take home the recipes and create sensational whole body products you can pamper yourself with at home! Space is limited;register now!  or see customer service. (Whole Body Department-sampling event)

• Saturday, March 6th

  Samplicious Saturdays- Gluten Free Tasting and Tour

  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)

• Sunday, March 7th

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

  12:00pm-4:00pm

• Monday, March 8th

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

  6:00pm FREE

   

   (Lifestyle Center)

• Monday, March 8th

  Join Whole Foods Market in the Community- Motivational Seminar

  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)
  

• Tuesday, March 9th

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

  6:30pm $5

   

  
  

• Wednesday, March 10th

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

  11:00am to 11:30am FREE

• Thursday, March 11th

  Private Cooking Class

  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.

• Friday, March 12th

  Whole Foods Market Wine and Cheese Club

  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)

• Friday, March 12th

  Join Whole Foods Market in the Community -Wine Gala

  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)

• Saturday, March 13th

  Whole Planet Foundation Vendor Sampling

  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)

• Sunday, March 14th

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

  12:00pm-4:00pm

  Don't forget to spring forward for Daylight Savings!

  
  

• Monday, March 15th

  Private Cooking Class

  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.

• Tuesday, March 16th

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

  6:30pm $5

• Wednesday, March 17th

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

  11:00am to 11:30am FREE

• Wednesday, March 17th

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

  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)

• Thursday, March 18th

  Private Event-Whole Foods Market Chamber Social

  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)

• Friday, March 19th

  Mamma & Me! Cooking Lessons-Series 3

  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)

• Friday, March 19th

  Whole Foods Market Beer Club

  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)

• Saturday, March 20th

  Samplicious Saturday-Special Diets

  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!

• Sunday, March 21st

  Whole Body Vitamin and Supplement Fair

  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)

• Tuesday, March 23rd

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

  6:30pm $5

   

  
  

  
  

• Wednesday, March 24th

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

  11:00 am to 11:30am FREE

   

   

• Wednesday, March 24th

  Seafood Lovers Lunch and Learn

  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)

• Thursday, March 25th

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

  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)

• Friday, March 26th

  Private Non Profit Meeting

  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.

• Saturday, March 27th

  Samplicious Saturday- Kosher Favorites

  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)

• Sunday, March 28th

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

  12:00pm-4:00pm

  
  

• Monday, March 29th

  Passover Begins at Sundown

• Tuesday, March 30th

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

  6:30pm $5

   

• Wednesday, March 31st

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

  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!

• Wednesday, March 31st

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

  11:00am to 11:30am FREE

Registration and Cancellation Information

Whole Foods Market offers these classes for your benefit. The information presented represents the views of the lecturer and may or may not reflect the views of Whole Foods Market. As always, you should decide what is appropriate for you and your lifestyle.  Classes fill up fast.  Please sign up early.  For preparation purposes, registration for adult classes ends at noon on the day of the class, and registration for children's classes ends 24 hours prior to the event.  Payment is due at the time of registration.  Please notify us of any special dietary restrictions when you register.

Sold Out Classes

Only patrons that have prepaid for classes will be eligible to attend if the class is sold out. To be added to the waiting list for a sold out class, email us at neda.yazdanpanah@wholefoods.com and specify the class, date and number of people wanting to attend. We will contact you if availability opens up.

Cancellations

If you need to cancel attendance at a class, please contact Myra Jean Haslam. A class credit will be given if you cancel within 48 hours prior to the class start time. No class credits will be provided for cancellations less than 48 hours. Cancellations left on E-mail or faxed to the store will not be honored. Online registrations will have a small service fee subtracted from their refund. Whole Foods Market has the right to cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment or instructor illness. You will be contacted by phone regarding the cancellation and you will receive a class credit or a refund.

Questions?

Email our Marketing Specialist at neda.yazdanpanah@wholefoods.com  to inquire about private cooking classes or tours.

All Classes are demonstration style, unless designated "hands-on" in the class description. You will be able to sample the foods prepared during the class. All cooking classes provide a complementary beverage that could include mineral water or wine to appropriately compliment the foods. The number of class participants is limited due to the size of the room. Please be sure to make your reservations early.

Class Sizes Are Limited, So Please Reserve Early!

*At Whole Foods Market, we try to bring you a well rounded and diverse series of informative lectures and classes.  The opinions expressed by the presenter of each lecture are theirs alone, and do not represent the beliefs or opinions of Whole Foods Market, its employees, officers and/or directors.  Please check with your own medical practitioner before following any medical or health related advice or prescribed course of action.