Get Fine in ’09 and Stay Fit for Life
Fitness-focused grant kicks off wellness programs at library
The Orange County Library System (OCLS) kicks off its Get Fine in ’09 campaign as part of the Fit For Life grant, a program of MetLife Foundation and Libraries for the Future, the program division of the Americans for Libraries Council. The Get Fine in ’09 kickoff that was held at the Orlando Public Library on Saturday, January 10 celebrated a year’s worth of free wellness programs at OCLS libraries.
In this very competitive grant, OCLS was one of 17 library systems nationwide selected to promote lifelong health and wellness through community responsive programs. OCLS was awarded the $20,000 to fulfill the grant proposal.
Fit for Life www.lff.org/ffl
Your 2009 Fit for Life Calendar
Plan for the healthy year ahead
March – Nutrition 101
Hiawassee Branch
Saturday, March 14, 11:30 a.m.
March is National Nutrition Month so the Orange County Library System will be serving up healthy eating tips, information, and resources. Hear from a local registered dietitian about basic tenets of nutrition.
May – Stay Sharp Forever
Herndon Branch
May is National Older Americans Month, the perfect time to make some smart moves to boost your brain fitness. An Orlando physician and anti-aging specialist will discuss simple lifestyle changes you can make as well as share brain boosting foods and tips for improving your memory.
June – Jump into June
Orlando Public Library
Jump rope for fitness and bring out the kid in you with this serious exercise. Jumping rope strengthens the heart, muscles and bones, promotes leanness and improves agility, coordination and rhythm. See a jump rope demonstration as part of this very special program
that you won’t want to “skip.”
July – Making the Most of Martial Arts
South Creek Branch
The Orange County Library System will host a martial arts demonstration featuring several Tae Kwon Do experts. The athletes will give examples of high kicks, punches and board breaks.
August – Lunch Lessons for Back to School
Southeast Branch
With childhood obesity at an all-time high, it’s high time to discover health-smart sandwich variations that kids will want to eat. Go way beyond PB&J with these nutritious and tasty treats for your kid's lunch box.
September – Make Fitness your Game
Edgewater Branch
Hey teens, it’s time to get your game on at the Library with a rousing round of DDR. Test your dancing skills against the game and other teens!
November – The Low Down on Diabetes
Washington Park Branch
It’s American Diabetes Month and the American Diabetes Association of Florida will be partnering with the Orange County Library System to present a program on managing the disease.
Get the lowdown on diabetes in this information-packed session.
December – Solutions for a Stress-free Season
Southwest Branch and the Windermere Branch
As fun and festive as the holidays can be, they are also a stressful time. Get tips for slowing down and savoring the season along with healthy recipes for the holidays.
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