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June: ShopRite of Jersey City Celebrates Summer with Wellness Events
Programming Features Culinary Workshops, Blood Pressure Screening and More
JERSEY CITY, N.J., June 1, 2017 – ShopRite of Jersey City, an Inserra Supermarkets store, is hosting a wide range of free nutrition and wellness events throughout the month of June. The store’s registered dietitian, Lynette Hem-Lee, R.D., will lead the activities with easy-to-implement advice and instruction. All events are open to the public, held at ShopRite of Jersey City and do not require advance registration unless otherwise noted.
Fri., June 2 – Happy Hour with the RD, 4 – 6 p.m. Learn how to lighten up those summer cocktails by turning them into mocktails. Take a sip and chat with ShopRite’s in-store dietitian Lynette.
Thurs., June 8 – Power Up with Plant Protein, 2 – 4 p.m. Lynette, ShopRite’s in-store dietitian, will be sharing her tips for adding protein to your plant-based diet. Stop by for a sample and pick up a recipe.
Sat., June 10 – The Calcium Challenge, 3 – 5 p.m. Visit Lynette, ShopRite’s in-store dietitian, at the Wellness Corner to learn about the health benefits of calcium in your diet. Sample some calcium-rich foods, pick up a recipe and important information.
Tues., June 13 – Free Blood Pressure Screening, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Manage your blood pressure by getting to know your numbers. Stop by the Wellness Corner for a free screening by a registered nurse and student doctors.
Tues., June 13 – Power Up with Protein for Snacking, 2 – 4 p.m. Make protein-packed snacks part of your healthy diet. Stop in to sample a variety of high protein snacks.
Thurs., June 15 – Adult Culinary Workshop, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Please note space is limited and pre-registration at the Pharmacy is required. ShopRite’s in-store dietitian Lynette and Chef Denise will create a healthy and delicious meal focusing on the theme, “Food Truck Fiesta.” Cost is $20 per person.
Fri., June 16 – Grilling and Chilling with Dad, 3 – 5 p.m. Lynette will be chilling and grilling at the Wellness Corner. Stop by and learn how to build a better burger for dad’s special day. Samples and recipes will be provided.
Wed., June 21– Protein at Breakfast, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. By incorporating protein into your breakfast you will stay fuller longer. Stop by today and pick-up some tips and tricks for powering up your breakfast.
Wed., June 21 – Meal of the Week, 2 – 4 p.m. Spice up your dinner with a new Meal of the Week recipe. Stop by the Wellness Center for a sample and pick up all of the ingredients for a nutritious meal.
Fri., June 23 – Kid’s Culinary Workshop, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Please note space is limited and pre-registration at the Pharmacy is required. Young chefs will enjoy this fun hands-on cooking class with Chef Denise and in-store dietitian Lynette. This month’s theme is “Sweet Science”. The cost is $20 for one child (with an adult) and $10 for each additional child.
Mon., June 26 – DIY Salad Dressing, 2 – 4 p.m. Summer is the best time to eat more salad, and to top it off, learn how to make your own salad dressing in a mason jar. First 10 participants will receive a FREE mason jar.
Fri., June 30 – Lean Mean Protein Machines, 3 – 5 p.m. Protein is a vital part of a healthy diet. Stop by the Wellness Corner and get the facts on protein intake and sample some lean mean protein machines.
ShopRite of Jersey City is located at 400 Luis Marin Blvd., Jersey City, N.J. In addition to developing a full roster of store-based wellness programs, ShopRite’s in-store dietitian can serve as a guest speaker/instructor at wellness events hosted by local organizations. For more information or to pre-register for a program, contact ShopRite of Jersey City’s, Lynette Hem-Lee, R.D., at (201) 587-5880 or email Lynette.Hem-lee@wakefern.com.
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