Inserra Supermarkets
20 Ridge Road
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Cooking Classes, Healthy Habits Presentation and LiveRight With ShopRite Kids Day Among the Offerings
Event Date: July 31, 2014
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LYNDHURST, N.J., June 26, 2014 – This July, ShopRite of Lyndhurst, an Inserra Supermarkets store, is offering a full roster of wellness and healthy eating events led by its in-store registered dietitian Julie Harrington, R.D. ShopRite's free retail dietitian services and the following programs are available to the general public:
- Tuesday and Wednesday, July 1 and 2 – Girl Scout Merit Badge Workshop: Healthy Snacking, 2 – 4:30 p.m. Geared for Girl Scouts Brownies in second and third grades, this workshop is for girls interested in earning a merit badge for healthy snacking. Pre-registration is required. Please contact Cristina Crismale at ccrismale@gsnnj.org.
- Monday, July 7 – Dip It Good, 1 – 3 p.m. Drop by the Dietitian's Corner for a tasting of healthier renditions of this party classic and new recipes too.
- Tuesday, July 8 – Veggie Power Cooking Class, 5 – 6 p.m. ShopRite's in-store dietitian will teach attendees how to prepare flavorful vegetarian meals and discuss how going meatless once a week can improve one's health. Pre-registration is required due to space limitations. To register, please call (201) 419-9154, email Julie.harrington@wakefern.com, or visit in the Dietitian's Corner.
- Thursdays, July 10 and 31 – Produce Pick, 12 – 2 p.m. Meet ShopRite's in-store dietitian in the Produce Department for samples of this month's pick and recipe ideas.
- Fridays, July 11 and 25 – High Fiber Friday, 2 – 4 p.m. Looking to trim your waistline, lower cholesterol or manage your blood sugar? Fiber is the answer. Visit the Dietitian's Corner for some tasty ideas on increasing your daily fiber intake.
- Sunday, July 13 – Ask the R.D. Day, all day. Drop in the Dietitian's Corner anytime to meet ShopRite's in-store dietitian Julie Harrington, R.D. and learn more about the store's wide range of free nutrition services.
- Tuesdays, July 15 and 29 – Healthy Habits Presentation at North Arlington Library (7/15 at 6 p.m. and 7/29 at 1 p.m.). ShopRite's registered dietitian will speak about how to easily incorporate new habits to create a healthier lifestyle. Pre-registration is required for this event. To register, please call (201) 955-5640, ext. 126. The library is located at 210 Ridge Road in North Arlington.
- Wednesday, July 16 – Fresh Food Fast: 5-Ingredient Recipe Cooking Class,
7 – 8 p.m. ShopRite's in-store dietitian is redefining "fast food" during this cooking class. Attendees will learn a five-ingredient recipe that takes less time to prepare than picking up takeout. Pre-registration is required due to space limitations. To register, please call (201) 419-9154, email Julie.harrington@wakefern.com or visit in the Dietitian's Corner. - Saturday, July 19 – Slimming Summer Sides Cooking Class, 2 – 3 p.m. Lighten up your BBQ this summer with slimming summer side dishes. Join ShopRite's in-store dietitian for this cooking class aimed at teaching healthy twists to traditional BBQ fare. Pre-registration is required for this event. To register, please call (201) 419-9154, email Julie.harrington@wakefern.com, or visit in the Dietitian's Corner.
- Tuesday and Wednesday, July 22 and 23 – Girl Scout Merit Badge Workshop: Simple Meals, 2 – 4:30 p.m. Geared for Girl Scouts Juniors in fourth and fifth grades, this workshop is for girls interested in earning a merit badge for simple meals. Pre-registration is required. Please contact Cristina Crismale at ccrismale@gsnnj.org.
- Monday, July 28 – Toddler Storytime at North Arlington Library, 11:30 a.m. ShopRite's registered dietitian will be on-site at the library to read a story to toddlers about trying new foods and making healthy eating choices. The library is located at 210 Ridge Road in North Arlington.
- Wednesday, July 30 – LiveRight with ShopRite Kid's Day (ages 6 & up), 2 – 3 p.m. Bring your young chefs for this free cooking class! Children will have a chance to sample their creations and bring home recipes too. Pre-registration is required, and a parent or guardian must be present. To register, please call (201) 419-9154, email Julie.harrington@wakefern.com, or visit in the Dietitian's Corner.
ShopRite of Lyndhurst is located at 540 New York Avenue. For more information or to pre-register for one of the events, please contact Julie Harrington at (201) 419-9154 or Julie.harrington@wakefern.com.
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