Join MyPanera and get a Free Pastry or Sweet. If you have never joined, just click that you do not have a card, fill in your information and print a temporary card. If you don’t have a printer, you can write down your account number. Take the printed card (or the number) to your local Panera Bread store and they will give you a permanent card along with a Free Pastry or Sweet. Take your card with you every time you go to Panera, they will swipe the card and get an idea of what you prefer. From time to time they will offer complimentary bakery-cafe items and invitations to special events.