Whole Foods Market will offer an early look at its first store in Charlotte. For a $5 donation to Friendship Gardens,  future customers can take a tour of the new store, located at the corner of Sharon and Fairview Roads in SouthPark. Tours are scheduled throughout the day on Sunday August 26 and Monday August 27, and attendees must register in advance: http://charlotte.wholefoodsrsvp.com/ for a time slot. 

Tour participants will be the first to get a glimpse of the new store, learn about some of its highlights and features, taste samples in each department, and receive a goodie bag. There is no shopping on the tour, but the store officially opens for business Wednesday, August 29th at 9:00 AM.

Whole Foods Market Charlotte’s Store Team Leader, Trevor Barhydt, said, “We are looking forward to giving the community a sneak peek of our first store here in Charlotte. We’re also thrilled to partner with Friendship Gardens, since their vision really aligns with our commitment to our community and to healthy eating. It’s really a great organization.”