May 2013

Thu
02
Flight Night: Italian Wines for Spring
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ wine bar
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Flight Night: Italian Wines for Spring
Thursday, May 2nd
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
wine bar, $17
Fri
03
Tap Takeover: Arcadia Brewing Company
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ wine and beer bar
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Tap Takeover: Arcadia Brewing Company
Friday, May 3rd
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
wine and beer bar, price varies
Thu
09
Mom-O-Rama
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ store-wide
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Mom-O-Rama
Thursday, May 9th
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
store-wide, free

Come celebrate your mom-ness with tasty samples and lots of mom-friendly treats. There'll be a goodie bag for the first 50 moms - ask in the whole body department.

Thu
09
Flight Night:merican White Blends
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ wine bar
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Flight Night:merican White Blends
Thursday, May 9th
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
wine bar, $17
Sun
12
Mother's Day Brunch
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ cafe
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Mother's Day Brunch
Sunday, May 12th
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
cafe

Table linens, fresh flowers and fabulous food! Treat mom for Mother’s Day. We'll make your omelet to order, plus each mom can each enjoy a complimentary omelet. In addition, we’ll be offering fabulous fare on the hot bar – just $8.49 per pound. Don't forget to pick up your mimosa at the wine bar!

Tue
14
Vegetarian Cooking 101 with VegMichigan: A Spring Menu
7:00 PM - 8:15 PM @ Lifestyle Center
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Vegetarian Cooking 101 with VegMichigan: A Spring Menu
Tuesday, May 14th
7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Lifestyle Center, $5

VegMichigan is the state’s largest vegetarian organization, and we are thrilled to host them in our Lifestyle Center. This month, join Russ and Dana as they demonstrate a variety of vegan recipes.  For information about VegMichigan, visit http://vegmichigan.org/index.html To register, call (734) 997-7500 or stop by the customer service desk. Space is limited. Please register early to guarantee your seat.

Thu
16
Flight Night: South Amercian Reds
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ wine bar
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Flight Night: South Amercian Reds
Thursday, May 16th
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
wine bar, $17
Thu
16
Twitter Chat: Light Up the Grill
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Online
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Twitter Chat: Light Up the Grill
Thursday, May 16th
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Online, Fee

The weather is warming up and that means it's time to head outside for some cooking over the coals or gratesl. Let's chat about our favorite foods to kiss with flame, tips and tricks for seasoning, and more. Follow #wfmdish to join the conversation from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CST.

Fri
17
Tap Takeover: Short's Brewing Company
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ wine and beer bar
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Tap Takeover: Short's Brewing Company
Friday, May 17th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
wine and beer bar, price varies
Tue
21
The Humble Chickpea
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Lifestyle Center
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The Humble Chickpea
Tuesday, May 21st
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Lifestyle Center, $5

The garbanzo bean has a long and distinctive history. Learn about this humble bean and some of the many ways it can be prepared. Susan will demonstrate how to make hummus, chick pea soup, socca, besan puda and dumplings. The recipes in this class are all gluten-free.

Thu
23
Flight Night: American Red Blends for Summer
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ wine bar
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Flight Night: American Red Blends for Summer
Thursday, May 23rd
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
wine bar, $17
Sat
25
Meat That's A Cut Above
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM @ Meat department
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Meat That's A Cut Above
Saturday, May 25th
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Meat department

It’s Global Animal Welfare Week at Whole Foods Market. Shoppers stocking up for Memorial Day celebrations can stop by the meat department and sample cuts of meat that work well on the grill. A meat department team member will be on hand to talk about Whole Foods Market’s meat quality standards and the Global Animal Partnership's 5-Step™ Animal Welfare Rating Standards,  a tiered system which indicates how meat animals were raised.

Thu
30
Flight Night: Grilling Wines
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ wine bar
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Flight Night: Grilling Wines
Thursday, May 30th
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
wine bar, $17
Thu
30
Twitter Chat: Wines of Summer
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Online
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Twitter Chat: Wines of Summer
Thursday, May 30th
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Online, Free

Cool, crisp whites, reds to pair with your favorite steak - wine is made for summer food. Join us as we chat about pairing wines with both weather and favorite summer foods. Follow #wfmwine to join the conversation from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST.

Events At Nearby Stores

Fast and Healthy with Wendy Watson
Monday, May 20th
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Ann Arbor, Fee: $39.00

Yikes! You forgot to plan dinner and now you will be home late. You don’t have to resort to fast food again. Gain excellent advice on items you can stock in your freezer, pantry and refrigerator that will help you make a healthy meal in a hurry. You will enjoy a stir-fry and gluten-free noodles dish while Wendy shares her secrets and valuable tips for planning ahead. Please register with Ann Arbor Community Education & Recreation. Pre-registration required. Call 734-994-2300 x 53203. www.aareced.com.

Yikes! You forgot to plan dinner and now you will be home late. You don’t have to resort to fast food again.

Canning 101 with Cynthia Hodges
Thursday, May 23rd
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ann Arbor, Fee: $39.00

Plan ahead for preserving the bounty from your summer garden. Understand the basics of safe canning methods using a warm water bath and pressure canning. Assist the instructor in preparing the vegetables and take home a jar to begin stocking your pantry. A little planning now will allow you to eat local food all year long. Please register with Ann Arbor Community Education & Recreation. Pre-registration required. Call 734-994-2300 x 53203. www.aareced.com.

Plan ahead for preserving the bounty from your summer garden. Understand the basics of safe canning methods using a warm water bath and pressure canning.

Exploring Wine
Friday, May 24th
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cooking Classroom, $20.00

Join Steve Kolody as we explore classic and unique styles of white wine from throughout the world. Snack on some delicious cheeses and taste some great wine for your summer gatherings! Seating is limited, please sign up at the customer service desk!

Join Steve Kolody as we explore classic and unique styles of white wine from throughout the world. Snack on some delicious cheeses and taste some great wine for your summer gatherings!