Health Starts Here Demo
Tuesday May 6 @ 12:30-2:30pm
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FREE
Celebrate National Strawberry Month with some healthy strawberry samples from our Healthy Eating Specialist, Robin! Stop by the store between 12:30-2:30 to taste the samples and take home the recipes!
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Health Starts Here Tour Tuesday
Tuesday May 6 @ 6pm
FREE
Come by the store for a Health Starts Here healthy eating tour! We will stop by each department, try some healthy samples and learn about all the healthy eating options Whole Foods Market has to offer!
The tour leaves promptly at 6pm from the Customer Service Desk.
Seasonal Favorites Demo
Wednesday May 7@ 11-2
FREE
Local food enthusiast Jillian will be here offering up samples of her favorite seasonal items!
BYOB for Mom
Saturday May 10 @ 11-2
$15/ bouquet $3/vase
Build a custom bouquet of flowers and we will wrap it for free or you can paint a custom vase to make the perfect gift!
Grocery Swap
Monday May 12 from 11am-7pm
FREE
Bring in your favorite conventional brand** sandwich cookie, pasta sauce, popcorn, chocolate or peanut butter cereal, boxed macaroni and cheese, or canned soup and swap it for a 365 everyday value version for FREE! Learn about the difference that our quality standards make for the health of you and your family. Whole Foods Market is committed to making products without hydrogenated oils, high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, artificial preservatives, and artificial coloring. We have a long list unacceptable ingredients that we do not allow in our products which you can find here: wholefoodsmarket.com/about-our-products/quality-standards/unacceptable-ingredients-food
*one item per family
The Whole Baby, in partnership with New Mother New Baby
Tuesday June 13 @9:00am
FREE
Babywearing, Breastfeeding, Cloth Diapers and more! Gail Macklin RN, BSN, IBCLC will help you navigate all of the challenges of life with a baby or toddler. Come with your questions! NMNB staff members Susan and Vanessa will give hands on demonstrations with baby carriers and cloth diapers. If you have a baby carrier feel free to bring it with, or come try on one of ours to see what fits you best. We will also share information on how you can support the Northbrook Milk Depot! Questions please call New Mother New Baby at 847-272-1500 Register online www.wholefoodsmarketnbk.eventbrite.com
Marinades 101
Thursday May 15th @ 6:30-8:30pm
$5/each marinade or FREE with a purchase of $20 or more from our meat
Grilling season is upon us! Marinades are an excellent way to give dishes your own unique flavors. This hands on class will cover the basics of making a great marinade, and then allow you to create your own to take home.
No registration required, just drop in!
Spring Smoothie Day
Wednesday May 14 @ 10:30am-1:30pm
$5/smoothie
Need a quick and healthy lunch or snack? Stop by our Cooking Corner where Healthy Eating Specialist, Robin and Events Specialist, Sarah will be blending up some delicious smoothies! Add-ins available for an extra charge.
Local vendor Fair + Tie Dye
Sunday May 18 @ 11-2pm
FREE
Supporting local farmers, ranchers, growers and producers helps connect the local community to the people who produce the foods we consume. Come in and sample foods from our local vendors and tie dye a t-shirt for free. Grab a map at customer service and visit all of the vendors for a chance to win a gift basket filled with local products worth $200!
Health Starts Here™ Supper Club: Raw-tastic Spring Dinner
Wednesday May 21 @ 6:30PM
10/person
Looking for a night out to enjoy a healthy meal? Bring your friends and family to our monthly Supper Club and enjoy a tasty dine-in four course meal in our Lifestyle Center. This month we will feature a delicious raw meal to go along with our Spring Clean Health Starts Here Challenge! All recipes are dairy-free, oil-free, and no sugar-added.
Registration is required and space is limited. Register and pay online www.wholefoodsmarketnbk.eventbrite.com
Story Time and Snacks
Wednesday May 21 @ 10:30-11am
FREE
Mrs. Schmitt from the Glenview Public Library will be hosting story time. We will be serving healthy snack and juice to make for a great morning! Ages 3 and up, younger siblings welcome. No registration necessary.
Spring Clean DIY Body Care
Tuesday May 27 @ 6:30-8pm
$5/each body care item made
Come learn how to make your own body care at this fun, do-it-yourself class! There will be a couple of options available and you can make as many products as you would like!
Make a greener cleaner
Saturday May 31 @ 11am-2
$2/ bottle
Spring clean your home with a cleaner that is healthier for you, your family, and the environment! Make an all-natural all-purpose spray cleaner and customize with your favorite scent. Healthy Eating Specialist Robin will be on hand to assist you and share more DIY cleaning recipes you can make at home with just a few ingredients.
Fridays @ The Brook Bar
Celebrate the end of the week every Friday by trying something new and learning about different libations at our Brook Bar!
Spring Bar Menu Preview
Friday May 2nd @ 5-7pm
$5/beverage
Come and taste our springtime libations. We will have our entire spring menu available, as well as complimentary samples of our new Bar Bites menu.
Blissful Bubbles
Friday May 9th @ 5-7pm
$10/flight
We are popping the cork on our favorite sparkling wines! Enjoy a 4 glass flight of sparkling wines paired with seasonal fruit and cheese.
Fish Fry and Craft Beer
Friday May 16th @ 5-7pm
$15/fish & chips and pint of draft beer
It’s an old favorite for a reason, fish and chips are delicious! Enjoy a basket of hand breaded tilapia with classic tartar, served with Cajun fries and creole aioli. Choose one of our fine drafts to finish it off!
*beers with 5.9% ABV and higher will be served in a snifter
Monthly Muddle
Friday May 23rd @ 5-7pm
$8/cocktail
This month it’s all about whiskey. We will be muddling this fine spirit with fresh spring herbs, opening you up to a world of phenomenal flavors.
Sweet Sips
Friday May 30th @ 5-7pm
$10/flight
We will be featuring fresh summer whites and roses in our 4 glass flight tonight. The flight will be finished by a port paired with rich, dark chocolate.
Health Starts Here 28 Day “Spring Clean” Challenge
Spring clean your mind, body and soul and reset your system by following the Health Starts Here 28-day challenge. Gather the tools in a fun and supportive program conducted by Healthy Eating Specialist, Robin Grutzius. Participants attend weekly meet-ups & cooking classes, receive educational materials, and take home healthy recipes & a goody bag at graduation!
Week 1: Clean out the Pantry!
Monday May 5 @ 7pm in the Lifestyle Center
We will discuss pantry staples & useful tools to have on hand.
Week 2: Eat to be fit!
Monday May 12 @ 7pm in the Lifestyle Center
We will discuss healthy foods to enjoy prior to and after a workout.
Week 3: Start the day off right with a power breakfast!
Monday May 19 @ 7pm in the Lifestyle Center
We will make some easy recipes and discuss the benefits of breakfast. Time to “Break the fast”!
Week 4: Happy Memorial Day! No class today!
Monday May 26 all day
Come into the store for a FREE Alternative Fuel greens juice made in house by our produce department. Must present coupon at checkout.
Week 5: Graduation!
Monday June 2 @ 7pm in the Lifestyle Center
A fun, build your own spring roll class: come hungry!
Registration is required and space is limited. Register and pay online www.wholefoodsmarketnbk.eventbrite.com
