What's Happening at Whole Foods this Month?

Spring is almost here and we are celebrating warmer weather, healthier lifestyles, greener initiatives and Whole Foods' first birthday.

Whole Foods Market Lake Grove will be hosting a variety of events this March to get you and your loved ones in to the spring spirit.

Whether looking to eat healthy with “Luck of the Irish Green Smoothies,” introduce the kids to some seafood options, donate to the Whole Planet Foundation or celebrate its first birthday Whole Foods Market’s calendar has a little something for everyone.

In their own words, this is what's happening at Whole Foods for the rest of March ... 

WHERE:  Whole Foods Market Lake Grove at Lake Grove Commons, 120 New Moriches Road, Lake Grove

Wednesday, March 9 — 5:00 p.m. — Becoming a Nutritarian — $9.95 (covers the cost of the Nutritarian Handbook): Change your lifestyle today. This recurring class highlights the most nutritious foods in the world. Learn the tools and tactics to make a healthy change to your life today! Note: class attendance requires purchase of the Nutritarian Handbook by Dr. Joel Fuhrman, M.D. ($9.95 available at the store.)
Wednesday, March 9 — 6:00 p.m. — Spring Soups Series — FREE: The weather is heatin’ up and so is Diane’s soups series! Learn how to integrate delicious soups into your spring diet.
 
Thursday, March 10— 2:00 p.m. — Sustainable Seafood Standards — FREE: Join us for an informative and interesting lecture exploring Aquaculture sustainability practices. Learn about exclusive and supportive arrangements with fisheries. 
 
Friday, March 11 — 5:00 p.m. — KIDS CORNER: Luck of the Irish Scavenger Hunt — FREE: We’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a Scavenger Hunt exploring GREEN! The kids will search high and low throughout the store for green products. We’ll end the hunt with a quintessential Irish meal. Ages 4+

Saturday, March 12 — 12:00 p.m. — Luck of the Irish Green Smoothie — FREE: Erin Go Bragh and Eat Healthy! Learn creative ways to get your daily serving of fruits and vegetables through delicious and 
refreshing green smoothies with our Irish Healthy Eating Specialist, Timothy Williams.

Saturday, March 12 — 3:30 p.m. — Controlling Emotional Eating — FREE: Be proactive to control your weight. Join our Healthy Eating Specialist, Tim, and Whole Foods Market’s very own Holistic Health Coach, Don Deaner, to learn the best methods for identifying and fighting emotional eating habits.

Tuesday, March 15— 6:00 p.m. — Dr. Matt’s Healthy Cooking Class — FREE: Learn the benefits of eating healthy. Dr. Matthew Lewis, Clinical Director of ONE with Dr. Matt, is back at Whole Foods Market.

Wednesday, March 16 — 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Farmers Market — FREE: Farmers Markets are back! Join us for an indoor market in our Café and meet your local farmers and artisans. Explore the unique and local items from the comfort of their café.

Wednesday, March 16 — 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. — Whole Planet Foundation Tasting Night — FREE: Let’s work to end poverty around the world. Learn more about Whole Planet Foundation and how you can contribute on a minimal level to change someone’s life forever! Stop by to sample delicious products made by companies and entrepreneurs already taking the strides to making a difference.

Wednesday, March 16 — 5:00 p.m. — ANDI Tour — FREE: Learn more about our exclusive, easy to use nutrient rating system. Explore how to choose the best possible foods for you and your loved ones. 

Saturday, March 19 — 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Let’s Have Some Fun, We’re Turning ONE — FREE: We are celebrating our First Birthday…and we’ve got a lot to party about. Join us for a Green Vendor Fair, kids solar event, and the unveiling of our LEED Gold plaque, after being awarded the honor as the only grocery store in the United States to hold both a LEED Gold Certification and a Green Globe certification. 

Monday, March 21 — 6:00 p.m. — Essential Oils Class — FREE: Learn the benefits of essential oils and how to make these helpful hydrating substances a part of your daily routine. Join our supportive Whole Body team as they offer insight on relaxing remedies.
 
Tuesday, March 22 — 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. — Bone Scan presented by Rainbow Light — FREE: Bone loss starts as early as age 30, but bone density tests are not always covered by insurance. Discover your bone density score in under one minute for FREE. 

Wednesday, March 23 — 5:00 p.m. — Becoming a Nutritarian — $9.95 (covers the cost of the Nutritarian Handbook): Change your lifestyle today! This recurring class highlights the most nutritious foods in the world. Learn the tools and tactics to make a healthy change to your life today! Note: class attendance requires purchase of the Nutritarian Handbook by Dr. Joel Fuhrman, M.D. ($9.95 available at the store.)

Wednesday, March 23 — 6:00 p.m. — Spring Soups Series — FREE: The weather is heatin’ up and so is Diane’s soups series! Learn how to integrate delicious soups into your spring diet. 

Thursday, March 24 — 4:00 p.m. — Wee Warrior Story Time Yoga — FREE: Join Wee Warriors Yoga Playtime for an exciting afternoon as story time comes alive through engaging songs and yoga poses. 

Friday, March 25 — 5:00 p.m. — Kids Corner: Springtime Seafood Salsa — FREE: Calling all buoys and gulls! Mix it up and bring the kids out to explore our Seafood Department. Fling into spring and enjoy the cool 
and crisp flavors of springtime foods mixed with fishy feedings. 

Saturday, March 26 — 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Seafood Showcase —FREE: Join us in the Seafood Department for some fishy fun! We’ll be showcasing Seafood in the month of March with live demonstrations and lectures exploring our sustainable aquaculture standards.
 
Tuesday, March 29 — 6:00 p.m. — Controlling Emotional Eating — FREE: Be proactive to control your weight. Join our Healthy Eating Specialist, Tim, and Whole Foods Market’s very own Holistic Health Coach, Don Deaner, to learn the best methods for identifying and fighting emotional eating habits. 
 
Wednesday, March 30 — 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Farmers Market — FREE: Our Farmers Markets are back! Join us for an indoor market in our Café and meet your local farmers and artisans. Explore the 
unique and local items from the comfort of our café.
 
Wednesday, March 30 — 5:00 p.m. — Gluten Free Tour — FREE: Benefit from this informative journey through the store exploring gluten free foods, perfect for kids’ and adults alike. Includes sampling!
 
Thursday, March 31 — 6:00 p.m. — Dining Club — $10 per person (all proceeds will go directly to Whole Planet Foundation): Relax and let us do the cooking for an evening. Be a part of our exclusive dining club and get treated to several delicious courses. Learn more about our high quality standards and experience an unforgettable meal.