Cashiers are now 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. The mission is to create economic partnerships with the poor in those developing-world communities that supply our stores with product. The Whole Planet Foundation seeks to unleash the energy and creativity of every human being they work with in order to create wealth and prosperity in emerging economies. Help us reach our 2010 goal of $1.5 million and be a part of this global solution to eradicate poverty. For more information, visit www.wholeplanetfoundation.org

Our 5% Day for the month of March will be benefiting the Applied Behavioral Center. Applied Behavioral Center is a unique and dynamic program unlike any other in Central Florida that was designed to fill the deficits that are often found in traditional centers. It was founded to establish an educational alternative for children with autism and related disorders. Not only will representatives from the Applied Behavioral Center be present on 5% Day, but they're bringing the Discovery Bus too! Discovery Bus is a sensory gym on wheels that has specialized programs where ALL children can discover and grow through fun-filled fitness, tumbling and therapeutic activities. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, March 11^th and don't forget, 5% of Whole Foods Market total sales for that day go to this awesome organization!

Everything you ever wanted to know about espresso is in this class. Marcus, our expert barista, will discuss why espresso is not just a concentrated coffee beverage, but rather a method of making coffee. He will also show you how to make your own drink and demonstrate some of his exceptional latte art. This class is FREE and will be held in the Lifestyle Center. Pre-register at Customer Service; space is limited.

These creatures are normally found at the depths of the ocean and because of their bizarre features, they rarely make it to your plate. Robbie, our Seafood Associate Team Leader, will familiarize the aspiring fishmonger with the inhabitants of the world down under. Pre-register at Customer Service; space is limited. This class is FREE and will be held in the Lifestyle Center.

Chef Olive will be sharing raw, all-natural remedies to help with everything from dry, itchy scalp to cracked heels. She will discuss cleansing the body inside with natural products and cleaning the body outside with body brushes and such.  $5 of the proceeds from this class will go to our Whole Planet Foundation. Pre-register at Customer Service; space is limited. There is a $15 charge for this class and it will be held in the Lifestyle Center.

Juicing fresh fruits and vegetables in a juicer detox process can be one of the most beneficial steps you can take to provide good nourishing fuel for your body. Sara, our expert juicer, will have an in-depth discussion about how a juicing detox can help you lose weight, cleanse toxins from your body, increase your energy, and make you feel healthier overall. Pre-register at Customer Service; space is limited. This class is FREE and will be held in the Lifestyle Center.

Onilda, our Store Demo Specialist, will be conducting a store tour that will focus on such topics as gluten-free eating and budget-friendly shopping. She will take you throughout the store, during our block party, so that you can taste a little of what she will be talking about! Pre-register at Customer Service; space is limited. This tour is FREE and will be held throughout the store.

Join us for a celebration of sampling every Wednesday from 5pm-7pm! We will be featuring products that we carry in our store and occasionally our team members will create some of their own tried and true recipes that are associated with the theme of the week! There is no pre-registration required; event will be held throughout the store. This event is free and open to the public.