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OooWee1k1y t-mes, -ýWenesdayAgs3, 195 7ý Visitors were wellfed at the Ganaraska Forest Centre Orono Figure Skating Club reving up for another busy season Lynn Smith, Councilor Ann Dreslinski, Winnie Finnie and Heather Finnie prepared the hearty lunches at the Ganaraska Forest Centre. Thank you to ail die many volunteers wbo helped make this event possible. Orono Kicks Tyke Soccer Players of the Week Victoria Dickinson Alex Topper Victoria and Alex each received a gift for their efforts from their coach Steven Campney of Claringten Glass. Congratulations to you both. Marie Nel son Certified Nutritionist 983-8278 Nutrition Counselling & Lifestyle Balancing "Don't play with your food!" How many times did you hear this as you were growing up? How many times have you said this te your own children? t can be frus- trating te prepare a meal and then watch someone use it as play dlay, but the mushing of the child does very little nutritional damage te the food. t would be far better to adopt a new rule - "Don't let strangers play with your food!" Think about it. If you look at and smell your food, caii you tell what plant or animal it camne from? If you can't, it lias been played with too much and it probably isn't good for you. As we head inte another school year, one of the best things you can do for your child is te teach them te eat foods as close to nature as pos- sible. Eating a diet rich iii raw, unprocessed (or lightly processed) foods helps tobuild a body that is ready to learn and participate in athletic activities. Eating whole foods is a lot eas- ier than you may think.- The biggest challenge wil be convinc- ing your child to make the changes, after ail, they have been victini of commercials, neat packaging and peer pressure, since before they started kindergarten. Be patient and be firm. You are teaching them how te take care of their body (just like you tauglit them te brush their teeth, change their underwear and take a bath). Here are some breakfast and lunch ideas to get you started: Fruit is a great way te start the day. Leave a piece of fresh fruit at your child's placemat, then they will have something to eat when they get up and you will get a few more minutes in the bathroom. Oatmeal, sweetened with honey, provides a steady stream of energy that will keep most young bodies going.through te lunch. Cereal can be a good choice. Look for brands that contain whole grains and nuts. If some, or ahl, of the ingredients were organically grown, you have probably found a reai winner. For variety, try using nut milk on the cereal or oatmeal. Whole mrain breads spread wîth nut butters and jam are another good option. If your little one has a real sweet tooth, try spreading some mushed apple (let themn do the mushing) on a whole wheat english muffin, sprinkle with cinnanion and toast in -the toaster oven. Lunches are tougher, because most kids want te eat what their friends have. You need te counter with education and fun. Sandwiches are always handy, try cutting themn into interesting shapes, or pack the insides sepa- rate and let your child put it tegeth- er at schuol. The bread should be made of whole grains. If this is new to your child, ease the transi- tion with zebra sandwiches (one slice white, one whole grain). Try whole grain pila bread and make the stuffing out of your child's favourite grated raw vegetables, use mushed avocado to hold it together. Shredded chicken from last night's roast, salmon, or tuna can also be used as fîllers. Avoid processed meats, they are a nutri- tional nightmare. Unsalted corn chips, packed wîth salsa, cut up vegetables, beans and raw, unsalt- ed nuls or seeds gives a finger food junkie some real enjeyment. Drinks should be vegetable or fruit juices. Include a piece of fruit, thi s can bc used as a recess snack or caten with the lunch. < Help your child discover the wonderful tastes, textures and smells of foods that haven't been played with by strangers. Let them be the first teplay with their food. The Orono Figure Skating Club has been a recreational and com- petitive part of this town for near- ly a haif of a century. It has pro- duced skaters who are now parents as well as grandparents and con- tinues to support and encourage today's skaters. A committed executive must ensure that the needs of the users are being met fairly. I've found out first hand that this takes time and cooperation. As the result of this summers meetings, the fal schedule includes a Canskate pro- gramn, designed to teach young peo- pie tw skate wthconfidence, ,irength and grace; aflgure skating prograîn, separated this year into intermediate and senior skaters, allowing for quality ice time. The skaters in this category need enougli tinte to prepare for neces- sary tests and high level competi- tions. Therefore we will be looking forward, enthusiastically, te a cou- ple of 7:30 a.m. practices each week. The aduit class introducled last year, is a popular feature and will continue. Also on the agenda this year is a precession team. Wow! What a tremendous list of programs being offered. Registration at the Orono Arena is September 13, 7 - 9 p.m. 1 have the privilege to serve on the executive with some first rate people. This past year has showed me that a large number of needs SERVICES teamed with suggestions and work can result in an excellent club. t was necessary te make some con- cessions and everyone agrees there is neyer enough ice time! These decisions are now behind us and skating is just around the corner. 1 also have the privilege of keeping you the parents and the community up te date with news of our ever growing club. 1 would encourage you te look for us at the Durhamn Central Fair and support our fundraising efforts. This year the club is offering a beautiful, 100% cotton tote bag, featuring sketches of the Orono Library and Town Hall by Tami Osmond, a local young artist. These are being offered for only $7.00 each. Let me double check. Yup! Only $7.00. Buy a few they make excel- lent gifts. JON STORY SCOrr STORY 905-983-5491 L LAND SC API1N G I *INSTALLATION- - GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WATER PONDS - PERENNIAL GARDENS. 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