(by Katherine Peralta at The Charlotte Observer) 

"Whole Foods is opening its third store in the Charlotte area May 23 in the new Waverly development.

On opening day, the new store at 7221 Waverly Walk Ave. will offer shoppers perks like discounts and product demonstrations and samples, the grocer said in a statement Thursday.

Also to celebrate the opening, the Whole Foods is hosting a dog-friendly “Bluegrass and BBQ” music and food event in front of the store on May 20 from 4 p.m.- 7 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Sustain Charlotte, the grocer said."