Summer camp, Babysitter/Stay safe course, Community kitchen and much more!

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In this newsletter:
1. Summer Camp Registration!
2. Stay Safe + Babysitter Course
3. Upcoming Events
4. Community Kitchen
5. Earth Day Cleanup
6. Community information!

We are neighbours connecting with neighbours, passionate about
building a safe, welcoming and inclusive community.

Save the Date: Summer Camp Registration!
Register your child(ren) for a week of fun activities including arts & crafts, games, outside time, and healthy snacks!
When: Monday, April 24th, 6pm-8pm
Where: GHENG Community Room, 525 Grange Rd.

Questions? Email ghengcamp@gmail.com
*If cost is barrier, please contact Cassandra Sheppard, Parent Outreach Worker: csheppard@guelphchc.ca or 226-203-0572.

Stay Safe Course (Home Alone)
Basic first aid & safety skills for 9-13 year olds. Participants learn about being alone at home or in the community.
When: Saturday, April 29th from 9am-3pm
Where: GHENG Community Room, 525 Grange Rd.
Cost: $55 (includes manual, certificate, & pizza lunch)
To register: Email info@gheng.ca or call 519-836-9427

Babysitter's Course
Basic first aid & caregiving skills for 11-15 year olds. Participants learn about caring for children and how to prevent and respond to emergencies.
When: Saturday, May 6th from 9am-4pm
Where: GHENG Community Room, 525 Grange Rd.
Cost: $55 (includes manual, certificate, & pizza lunch)
To register: Email info@gheng.ca or call 519-836-9427

Community Kitchen: Lunchalicious!
Are you bored of lunches? Want to feel inspired again? Come by, try the lunch options, including child friendly options & prepare your next day’s lunch! Ask nutrition related questions of 3 UofG Nutrition Study graduates.
When: Wednesday, April 19th, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Community Room, 394 Auden Road.
Questions? Email info@gheng.ca or call 519-836-9427

Earth Day Clean & Green Community Cleanup!
Join your neighbourhood group to celebrate Earth Day by participating in the City of Guelph Clean & Green Cleanup!
When: Saturday, April 22nd
8:30am: Meet at 525 Grange Rd. Community Room
9-11:30am: Cleanup the neighbourhood!
12pm: Celebration Free BBQ Lunch at Riverside Park
Questions? Email info@gheng.ca or call 519-836-9427

Free Community Tax Clinics
Do you need support with filing your taxes? A number of groups across the City are offering free community tax clinics throughout the month April!
Find out if you're eligible and what to bring with you by reading more...

Early Years April-June Program Guide
The Ontario Early Years Centre (OEYC) - Guelph offers free play-based activities for children and their parents and caregivers, including Grange Hill Play Time!
When: Tuesdays 9:30am-11:30am
Where: GHENG Community Room
For the full program schedule click...

Free Entrepreneur Program for Newcomers
Conestoga College is offering a new program for immigrants/newcomers! This 16 week program includes:
- Mentorship with other entrepreneurs
- Workshops on how to start a business
- Support with building a business plan
Contact Nicole LeDuc Marostega for more information:
519-748-5220 ext.3448 or nmarostega@conestogac.on.ca

Gift from the Heart - No cost dental hygiene info for a healthy mouth & overall health.
Bleeding gums? Sensitive teeth? Toothbrush: friend or foe?
Clean between without floss. Really? Really. Have your questions answered by a Registered Dental Hygienist!
When: Saturday, April 8, 2017 from 9:30am-12pm
Where: The Clothing Closet at New Life Church
(400 Victoria Road North)

Park'n Dance: A class specifically designed with live musical accompaniment to provide health benefits and artistic enjoyment for those with Parkinson's.
Where: Harcourt Memorial United Church (87 Dean Ave.)
When: Thursdays running March 23rd-June 1st
Time: 1:30pm-2:30pm with a social from 2:30-3:00pm
Cost: $10 per class *Support person/caregiver welcome to attend at no cost. To register or for more info email: parkndance@gmail.com