Local Agencies weigh in on “FAT TALK”

Posted on October 10, 2013 by llpayette

Girls Inc. – Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit – October 10, 2013

(LEEDS-GENVILLE, ON) – October 20th – 26th is Fat Talk Free Week. You are invited to take the challenge to end “fat talk” by thinking twice about using statements that are damaging to self-esteem and body image. “Fat talk” isn’t about being overweight. It is the language that we use about ourselves and others when we talk about dieting, losing weight and appearance.

Think before using statements like “I’m so fat.” “I need to lose 10 pounds” and “She’s too fat to be wearing that swimsuit.” Statements that are considered fat talk don’t necessarily have to be negative; they reinforce the need to be thin – like: “You look great! Have you lost weight?” – to read more>

Sweet’s Corners All Heart for Terry Fox

Posted on October 10, 2013 by llpayette

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by Lorraine Payette, written October 8, 2013

(SWEET’S CORNERS, ON) – Sweet’s Corners Elementary School has heart. Lots of heart. Not only are most of its students involved in getting themselves into better physical condition, but they all want to reach out to help others as well.

On September 26, the school held its annual Terry Fox Run which raised over $225 for the cause. Students learned a lot about Terry and his dream, and were excited to not only do this run, but to share that they had also participated in a cross country run at the Rideau High School with students from other schools in the Upper Canada District School Board. – to read more>

A Day of Fun for Everyone at St. Joseph Fun Fair

Posted on September 25, 2013 by llpayette

by Lorraine Payette, written September 24, 2013

(GANANOQUE, ON) – St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School in Gananoque wants you to come on down to 235 Georgianna Street for a day of fun, family oriented activities.

“The Annual Fun Fair will be held on Saturday, October 5th, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon,” says the school. “This is a great event for families that includes auctions, raffle tables, bake table, fish pond, air castles, and much more. – to read more>

Free Gardening Workshops Cancelled

Posted on September 4, 2013 by llpayette

Food Matters Coalition – September 4, 2013

(LEEDS-GRENVILLE, ONTARIO) Due to lack of registration, the Free Gardening Workshops have been cancelled.

Saturday, September 7, 2013
8:45 am – 12:00 pm, Royal Canadian Legion, 141 Henry St., Prescott

Saturday, September 14, 2013
8:45 am – 12:00 pm, Brunton Community Hall, 1702 – 9th Line, Beckwith – to read more>

Free Gardening Workshops

Posted on August 12, 2013 by llpayette

photo by Lorraine Payette

(PRESCOTT, ONTARIO) Food Matters Coalition MEDIA RELEASE – August 12, 2013

Saturday, September 7, 2013
8:45 am – 12:00 pm, Royal Canadian Legion, 141 Henry St., Prescott

https://prescott-gardening.eventbrite.com

Saturday, September 14, 2013
8:45 am – 12:00 pm, Brunton Community Hall, 1702 – 9th Line, Beckwith

https://beckwith-gardening.eventbrite.com

Water Wise Gardening
As water becomes more and more a limited resource, the methods used for gardening need to be adapted. The topics of how, where and why to establish gardens that require less water will be discussed. Suggestions for water collection, such as a rain barrel, will be offered. – to read more>

Natural Nightmares a Daytime Delight at Landon Bay

Posted on August 8, 2013 by llpayette

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by Lorraine Payette, written on July 31, 2013

“Let’s go fly a kite, up to the highest height…”
– Mary Poppins

(LANDON BAY, ONTARIO) What could possibly by more idyllic than a brilliantly green field filled with children flying kites? Yet all this fun-and-games is actually serious learning taking place. – to read more>

A Taste of Japan Helps Student Finance Exchange Program

Posted on July 2, 2013 by llpayette

A strong team of volunteers helped Elizabeth Walker with “A Taste of Japan” on May 22, a fundraising dinner to help her get the money necessary to finance her upcoming trip to Japan as a Rotary Interact exchange student. L-r, Neda Amini, Elizabeth Walker, Stephanie Docs and Emily Sharpe.

The first course always prepares your mouth for everything else. Stephanie Docs serves namba maki at “A Taste of Japan” on May 22.

Everything is organized and excited behind the scenes as the entire crew works together to make the evening a success at “A Taste of Japan”.

Delighted guests in Gananoque got a chance to experience Japanese cuisine in an authentic setting as Elizabeth Walker presented “A Taste of Japan” on May 22, a fundraising dinner to help her get the money necessary to finance her upcoming trip to Japan as a Rotary Interact exchange student.

by Lorraine Payette, written on May 22, 2103

(GANANOQUE, ONTARIO) Imagine waking up in a culture and country radically different from your own. The language is different, the food is different, all of the customs are different. Even the people look nothing like you. They are all very friendly and polite, but everything is new and not like anything you’ve been accustomed to. – to read more>

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