Oct 25 2010 - The Aurora Newspaper

The Aurora Newspaper, 14 Wing Greenwood, NS Page 11October 25, 2010The GMFRC’s National Family WeekNatasha, Alex, Stephanie, Halie, and Greg Osborne.Submitted by: Michelle Thibodeau Wagner, Coordinatorof Special Events and Promotions, GreenwoodMilitary Family Resource Centre 765-1491 local 1421michelle.thibodeau-wagner@forces.gc.caNational Family Week, October 4-10 th , was a busyweek at the Greenwood Military Family Resource Centre(GMFRC). The GMFRC places special emphasis on planningfor National Family Week, not just to acknowledge theimportance of family but especially to honour our militaryfamilies and their service to our country. Family demandscan be tough, military family demands require a strongfamily unit, one that is both resilient, adaptable and worthcelebrating everyday.The GMFRC hosted several events in honour of NationalFamily Week. On Saturday, September 25 th military familieswere invited to the orchard to pick fresh valley apples to takehome and enjoy. Several of the families who attended werenew to the community and it was their first experience in anAnnapolis Valley Orchard. Welcome to Greenwood!On the afternoon of Sunday, October 3 rd , the GMFRCcould be found at the Stronach Park duck pond for the 3 rdAnnual Family Walk. Over 250 people took part in the walkand scavenger hunt, had a BBQ’d hamburger or hot dog,and enjoyed a relaxed afternoon with other members of thecommunity. A simple event that allowed people to comeout and meet GMFRC staff, meet some new communitymembers and touch base with old friends, not to mentionget a bit of exercise!Jolene, Jerome, Dustin and Gabriella Aubé.On Wednesday October 6 th , spaghetti, garlic bread, andapple crisp were the fare for the 2 nd Annual GMFRC Spaghetti...see Family Week page 12.Annual Witches BrewThursday, October 28thTrickor TreatMall Wide& Stop by theFood Court for ataste of famousWitches Brew.from 3-5 pmSeniors Appreciation DayVON Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Clini11 am - 1 pmVariety Show, Presented by Greenwood Health Auxiliary “Celebrating 50 Years”1 pm11 am - 3 pm‘Tis the season to beFortify the immune system with the Dr. Dünner Sambu®Guard Cold Season Kit and you’llweather the storm. The elderberry has been used for centuries to resist viral and bacterial infections.Non-GMO, and free of additives, preservatives, gluten and alcohol.50 % off at the Country Storewhile quantities last50 % Natural Alternatives for a Healthy LifestyleMake & Take Crafts & Refreshments all Day!Prize Draws! Prize for Best Costume!Mall Hours: Monday-Friday 9:30-9 Saturday 9:30-6 Sundays 12-5OCTOBER 31 OPEN 12-5