Livonia PTSA Council Workshop

Nutrition & Health

Event Information

Livonia PTSA Council Nutrition Workshop

When?

Wednesday, Oct 1, 2014, 06:30 PM

Where?

Rosedale Elementary School, Ann Arbor Trail, Livonia, MI, United States

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Come for expert advice and demonstrations on Nutrition and Fitness!

Livonia PTSA council is excited to present our first workshop of the 2014-2015 school year at Rosedale Elementary. Join us from 6:30 - 8:30 pm to learn about USDA food rules in school. Pick up some ideas to feed the kids healthy and tasty lunches and breakfasts, tips on cooking for the family and fitness opportunities. We are thrilled to welcome MSU Extension as a presentation partner for the evening.

We'll have demos, activities, samples and give aways! Bring the kids for some fitness fun too. This workshop is open to ALL LPS FAMILIES.

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6:00 - 6:30 Pre-Workshop Costco reception. A Costco Representative will be on-hand to offer samples of healthy eating options available at Costco Wholesale. PTA members attending this special event will be able to renew or sign-up for Costco Memberships and receive incentives for doing so (ask for details.)

6:30 - 6:45 Learn about the new USDA regulations for food in school

6:45 - 7:00 Questions and Answers

7:00 - 7:15 Rosedale building tour - see the newly renovated building

7:20 - 7:40 Workshop #1

7:45 - 8:05 Workshop #2

8:10 - 8:30 Workshop #3

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Ten Tips to My Plate & Your Child’s Lunch Box

Ten Tips to My Plate & Your Child’s Lunch Box- presented by Lauren Rabish, MSU Extension Program Associate

Learn about USDA’s My Plate and how to incorporate the food groups into your child’s Lunch box!

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Cooking with your Family

presented by Marie Foggia, MSU Extension Program Associate

Learn about the division of responsibility in feeding children, appropriate child size portions, and discuss the benefits and barriers to family meals and cooking together.

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Physical Activity for your child!

presented by Kristi Evans, MSU Extension Program Instructor

Kids will participate in a series of fun physical activity games and parents will learn ways to keep their children moving!

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Healthy Breakfast - Joann Oldham, Certified Executive Chef (Retired)

You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but how do you get a quick, healthy breakfast ready before everyone heads out the door? Get tips and recipes to give your breakfast a boost!

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Time Too Savor

Do you find yourself short on time and not sure how to get a delicious, healthy meal on the table? This workshop is for you!

At Time Too Savor, we provide an opportunity for you to savor delightful food and a fading luxury - TIME. By providing healthy, nutritious meals, we enhance your life, by creating more time to focus on what's most important - Family and Friends

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Livonia Rec Center

Did you know about all of the different resources the Livonia Rec Center offers? Stop by to learn:

Workshop #1 Families on the move: dinner & a workout in less than 30min!

Workshop #2 Boxing fun for everyone

Workshop #3 Overcoming the picky eater battle!

The Patriot Inn at Franklin High School

Representatives from the Patriot Inn restaurant at Franklin High School will be onsite to share information about their program, available catering services and upcoming events. Come find out how you can experience this fantastic program here at Franklin!

There will be raffle prizes available too! Make sure to stop by and enter to win. You could take home this weekly menu planner!

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