CLERMONT, Fla. -- Cagan Crossings Community Library held an event for children that was both entertaining and educational. PAWS is where young ones can practice reading with licensed therapy dogs.
PAWS is a part of the Be an Angel Therapy Dogs Ministry, which is an all volunteer organization that utilizes trained dogs as a way of relaxation and therapy.
Dogs are taken to places such as hospitals, nursery homes, schools and libraries to get involved with people. Every dog must pass various tests in order to become licensed and eligible to interact with others.
Amy Schulz, the owner of a chocolate lab named Sabrina, has been a volunteer worker with PAWS for a year. During the presentation, she mentioned that dogs are especially helpful with children who struggle to read.
“It helps children relax while they are reading in front of dogs as opposed to reading in front of people,” said Schulz. She also said that it makes “children less afraid to make mistakes while reading.”
George Smith, a parent, enjoys taking his daughter to read with the dogs from PAWS. “My daughter loves dogs and loves to read, this is a great way for her to enjoy both at the same time.”
Another parent, Judith Bowles, thinks that this is a great way to “enhance my daughter’s ability to read.” “This gives her a small boost in her confidence and makes reading more enjoyable,” said Bowles.
PAWS is an event held twice every month at the Cagan Crossings Community Library. For more information please go to www.mylakelibrary.org
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Sunday, March 28, 2010
Spring Festival
CLERMONT, Fla. -- Sweetbay Supermarket held an event not only to attract customers, but to provide a place where children could enjoy Easter activities.
Kayla Schipper, a Sweetbay employee, did a quick presentation on what the event was all about. During the presentation, Schipper mentioned that the event was tied with a donation program named Relay for Life.
“This is a great event for kids to have fun,” said Schipper, “and where we can make a difference in the lives of others.”
Relay for life is a volunteer-driven cancer fundraising program of the American Cancer Society. The main objective of this foundation is to raise money through donations for cancer research and cancer patients.
Jenny Solano, a mother attending the event, said that she feels more inclined to buy from Sweetbay because of this particular event. “Sweetbay takes the time to do this activity while open for business,” said Solano, “I have not seen other supermarkets do activities like this for their customers.”
Felipe Mejia, another customer said that this was a great event because people are able to spend quality time with their children and at the same time do something that makes a difference in someone else’s life.
“I work a lot and do not have much time to spend with my son," said Mejia, "this is why I take advantage of these types of events.”
The event turned out to be very beneficial not only for Sweetbay, but for Relay for Life and for the children who enjoyed themselves.
For more information follow them at www.twitter. com/shopsweetbay.
Kayla Schipper, a Sweetbay employee, did a quick presentation on what the event was all about. During the presentation, Schipper mentioned that the event was tied with a donation program named Relay for Life.
“This is a great event for kids to have fun,” said Schipper, “and where we can make a difference in the lives of others.”
Relay for life is a volunteer-driven cancer fundraising program of the American Cancer Society. The main objective of this foundation is to raise money through donations for cancer research and cancer patients.
Jenny Solano, a mother attending the event, said that she feels more inclined to buy from Sweetbay because of this particular event. “Sweetbay takes the time to do this activity while open for business,” said Solano, “I have not seen other supermarkets do activities like this for their customers.”
Felipe Mejia, another customer said that this was a great event because people are able to spend quality time with their children and at the same time do something that makes a difference in someone else’s life.
“I work a lot and do not have much time to spend with my son," said Mejia, "this is why I take advantage of these types of events.”
The event turned out to be very beneficial not only for Sweetbay, but for Relay for Life and for the children who enjoyed themselves.
For more information follow them at www.twitter. com/shopsweetbay.
Monday, February 22, 2010
Camp Loma De Vida
LAKELAND, Fla- John Mendoza, the director of Camp Loma De Vida (CLDV), was a guest speaker last Saturday at Ebenezer Baptist Church. “God has blessed me through this camp because I get to see the difference that matters in the lives of kids,” said Mendoza.
Located in Edinburg, TX., CLDV is the largest and only Christian camp in the southern tip of the state. Its purpose is to bring the knowledge of Christ into the lives of many individuals. It also provides an escape for many people who would otherwise be involved in dangerous activities.
During his speech, Mendoza mentioned various times the need to raise money for the current project of building a new camp. The total estimated price for the development of new facilities is $4 million. As of right now, they fall $2.5 million short.
One of the issues Mendoza faces in attempting to raise money for the construction of this new camp is being immensely understaffed. CLDV currently has two full time workers, Mendoza being one of them, when they should have at least 15 dedicated staff members.
Aside from being the director of the camp, Mendoza is also a full time father and husband. “It is a big challenge being a dedicated family man and a full-time director as well,” said Mendoza, “both tasks require a lot of time, especially when you are trying to raise money to build a new camp on a new property, but having a devoted wife is truly a big help.”
Linda Bass, a member of the church, thought that Mendoza’s presentation was quite moving. “I think that donating money towards the construction of this new camp would be very beneficial for everyone involved in this project,” said Bass.
Another member of the audience, Evelyn Sherman, donated money to CLDV. “I just wanted to be a part of this and try to help,” said Sherman.
Right now they are doing fundraisers, taking donations and working with local Christian foundations in order to raise the funds needed. Any donations will be greatly appreciated by CLDV. For more information visit the camp’s Web site: http://www.lomadevida.org/.
Located in Edinburg, TX., CLDV is the largest and only Christian camp in the southern tip of the state. Its purpose is to bring the knowledge of Christ into the lives of many individuals. It also provides an escape for many people who would otherwise be involved in dangerous activities.
During his speech, Mendoza mentioned various times the need to raise money for the current project of building a new camp. The total estimated price for the development of new facilities is $4 million. As of right now, they fall $2.5 million short.
One of the issues Mendoza faces in attempting to raise money for the construction of this new camp is being immensely understaffed. CLDV currently has two full time workers, Mendoza being one of them, when they should have at least 15 dedicated staff members.
Aside from being the director of the camp, Mendoza is also a full time father and husband. “It is a big challenge being a dedicated family man and a full-time director as well,” said Mendoza, “both tasks require a lot of time, especially when you are trying to raise money to build a new camp on a new property, but having a devoted wife is truly a big help.”
Linda Bass, a member of the church, thought that Mendoza’s presentation was quite moving. “I think that donating money towards the construction of this new camp would be very beneficial for everyone involved in this project,” said Bass.
Another member of the audience, Evelyn Sherman, donated money to CLDV. “I just wanted to be a part of this and try to help,” said Sherman.
Right now they are doing fundraisers, taking donations and working with local Christian foundations in order to raise the funds needed. Any donations will be greatly appreciated by CLDV. For more information visit the camp’s Web site: http://www.lomadevida.org/.
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