Back-to-school season can mean busier schedules, packed lunches, after-school snacks, and a grocery bill that adds up quickly. Join Lifestyle Medicine & Nutrition Coach Alicia Goddeyne for an interactive Grocery Store Crawl focused on finding healthy, practical, and budget-friendly essentials for the school year. Learn how to stretch your grocery budget while choosing foods that make busy mornings, lunches, snacks, and weeknight meals easier for the whole family.

What You’ll Learn

• 🎒 How to shop for healthy back-to-school essentials without overspending
• 🥪 Simple ideas for packed lunches, quick breakfasts, and after-school snacks
• 🛒 How to compare products and find the best value for your grocery budget
• 🏷️ How to read nutrition labels and ingredient lists with confidence
• 🥗 Affordable swaps for common pantry, refrigerator, and lunchbox staples
• 💵 Tips for planning ahead, reducing food waste, and getting more out of your grocery haul
• 🙋 Ask questions throughout the tour and get practical guidance you can use on your next shopping trip.

  This month’s Back-to-School Budget Essentials theme is all about making healthy eating more realistic during a busy time of year. Whether you’re shopping for kids, teens, college students, or simply getting back into a fall routine, you’ll leave with ideas for making your grocery dollars go further without sacrificing nutrition.

Event Details

• 📅 Date: Setempber 8th
• 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
• 📍 Location: Woodman’s
  • 3155 McFarland Rd.Rockford, IL 61114

Registration

• FREE for Rockford Wellness Package Members
• $10 for Non-Members

Space is limited, and RSVP is required. Reserve your spot and learn how to build a healthier, budget-friendly cart for the busy school season.