Posted Sep 1st 2010 5:24 PM by Shari Steinbach for Meijer
Filed under: Where You Live
We’ve all heard that children who eat a good breakfast regularly are able to concentrate better, work faster, and score higher on tests. In addition, breakfast is a good way to get nutritious whole grains and fruit servings into your diet so breakfast eaters tend to have higher intakes of fiber and important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, folate and calcium. The problem is getting a quick healthy breakfast into ourselves and our children before we head out to our busy lives!
Using the NuVal Nutrition Scoring System at Meijer (www.nuval.com) I’ve put together some easy ideas that are sure to please and can fit into anyone’s morning routine.
Posted Aug 23rd 2010 10:47 AM by Jamie Allen
Filed under: Where You Live
Kids who participated in the Grand Rapids Public School’s R.E.A.P. program have been busy working hard to prevent learning loss and gear up for the 2010-2011 school year!
Some schools around West Michigan have already gotten started, one of those is Dickinson Elementary in Grand Rapids. We spoke with principal, LaTonya Ward, about how to start the school year off on the right foot.
While I enjoy seeing many come throughout the year to celebrate their birthday party at my place, its time for a party for me! This Monday, August 23rd from 5-8pm is the 10th Annual Cruiser Fest! Maranda is invited and has sent back her RSVP and I am hoping you join us! Since its my birthday I have arranged for the best deal of the year with a $15 wristband for unlimited activities. Come eat some cake, meet some special mascot friends of mine, give aways, prizes and more! And hey, if you’re looking for the winning word it’s Cruiserfest! Now go to Craig’s Cruisers Facebook page and write the winning word on our wall and you’ll be registered to win 2 FREE wristbands for our Cruiserfest event. Each wristband gets you the unlimited pizza, pasta buffet and all Cruiser activities. Check out www.craigscruisers.com for details on the big birthday bash!
Posted Aug 16th 2010 9:13 AM by Jamie Allen
Filed under: Where You Live
Kids around West Michigan stayed busy swimming, camping, riding bikes and playing with friends. Maranda talked to kids at our Allegan Park Party to find out what their favorite parts of summer were.
