re a Q copii he as Saha " ~ The Castiegar Sun Wednesday, March 9, 1994 Wednesday, March 9, 1993 Bribes, threats and warnings can inter tales paren ty 0 get tel Ui as try to get U kids to cat, ” tt is easy for & patent to eats only one type of food or causes spills at the table. Yet all of these are normal a w variety of they won't good = habit? Changing the way you eat to lose weight or cut down on salt or i ie, It sure would 5 have never to salty, sweet or Ci ine in the first place, So, parents, why not siart early and think about your childrem's cating habits? What they. are Jearning now will affect ‘their lives and health for many years to come, You can help y dren develop good habits by making their mealtimes and relaxed, Make. meals a time to Iésitn about new foods and enjoy family time together. Here are some tips for creating happy, healthy éating habits relaxed mealtimes: fttached. This will make dessert simply » Serve small amounts. Children need scem like a part of the day's planned \the ¢ammo kinds of foods that adults need— meals, not something more desirable. only in smaller amounts. If you try new foods, your kids might * Allow them to say, “No thanks”. Kids, -_. To encourage good eating habits, set jusi like adults, have likes, dislikes and . Stress the importance of food jogs. Satine healthy foods and avoid excess * Don’t mix foods. Rees ae sugar, salt and fats, Children lear by imi- tation, and parents are a natural source to mode! after. Remember, your child is forming life- long eating habits. Be a good role model! Or you won't get dessert,” tells children that dessert is better than vegetables. “Be a good girl and you can have ice cream” is = from’ The Ohio Children’s Trust Fund, another way of saying that certain foods developed the Take A Break With Your are special. Kids series. This series is distributed to Instead, serve dessert as part of the your newspaper by the B.C. Council for meal with no bribes, threats or promises the Family. The Ohio State University, with funding CASTLEGAR HOMEFINDERS fi New Ranch Style House by bullder In new sub-division. 1514 sq. ft. w/full basement 2-car plus garage, 3 bdrm upstairs & 2 1/2 baths. Many quality features. Asking $182,500 365-5808 1080 Hazelwood St., Robson Laces limited edition print included in upcoming Artique Auction today—while at the same time, raise money for the Canadian Red Cross Society and the National Exhibition Centre. It’s f-kind, and promises to be THE gala-event this spring! Kootenay artist Richard Widdi- field has offered a limited edition print for auction, as has Salt Spring Island's Toni Onley. Other artists donating are John Kalmakov and Les i P eraphs by Pred Rosenberg and Larry Doell will be up for auction, as willfibre artwork by Sandra Groepler, weaving by Sandra Donohue and pottery by Donna Gros- seth—just to mame a few! This gala-event will begin with wine-tasting, courtesy of Cartier Wines of Kelowna; fol- lowed by a silent auction of smaller items donated by local artists, craftspeople, and antique collectors. This will be followed by the live auction, } GRAND. FORKS BOUNDARY TRADE FAIR May 5, 6, 7, 8 at the Grand Forks Arena For booking and information contact Chairman Wally Stark ' (604) 442-5788 * Wally’s World 24-Hr Shell during which larger pieces of art, crafts and antiques will be ‘on the block’ and ready for active bidders. But wait! That's not all! Poet, comedian, author and CBC Vancouver broadcaster Bill Richardson has once again wel- comed the opportunity to visit the Kootenays and has agreed to be Master of C evening even more, Mr, Richard- son will also provide a reading from his latest book. While browsing at the works of aft and the antiques that are available for both the silent and live auctions, guests will enjoy the Cartier wines and a number of perme coffees compliments of Artistic Aromas of Castlegar. eer for the event. To enliven the ‘ All ds raised from the event will benefit the West Kootenay National Exhibition Centre, and the Canadian Red Cross, Kootenay region. Advance tickets (only) are now available for $20 each and can be pur- chased at the Canadian Red Cross ' at 625 Columbia Ave., The National Exhibition Centre or The Castlegar Sun. Prepare now to plan this gala- event that promises an evening of art, laughter and refreshment! UNDAY, MARCH 13, 1-3 P.M. fj ——— . 3 Mobile Homes in Genelle £28, 29, 37 — Whispering Pines Mobile Home Park * PLUS 2 MORE TO SEE ° RENT FATIGUE «- Well maintained 1975 Mobile. This 3 bdrm 14 x 70 features a large master with a walk-in closet, 4 pce. bath, fridge and stove. Purchaser must pay 7% Provincial Tax. $17,900 Decorate-it-Y ourself Home Improvement Tips From Carol Oglow Modern Techniques Make Do-it-Yourself Stenciling Easier in a wide range of sizes and designs. Most commercial stencils are made from Mylar, a clear plastic material that is easy to clean and simple to use. ‘The flexibility of this plastic allows oc oe cent eal ets oewners, aad allows you to see what han book pained skreesy whtle work: SMASHING VALUE COLUMBIA PLAZA Castlegar’s newest shopping plaza is omen for business. Space is for a variety of commercial and retail opportunities. For information terms and space availability contact Tom at 365-8414 (res) or David 354-4342 (res.) Gala Artique Auction March 26, 7 p.m. National Exhibition Centre Gallery (across from airport in Castlegar) To raise money for the NEC and the Red Cross, and it'll be a great time! Purchase tickets ($20 each) from Red Cross, The NEC and The Castlegar Sun in Castlegar. Cx Studios. 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Building and land in downtown core. Call Tom at 365-8414 (res). $65,000 Bus. Res. 365-8414 343 Columbia Avenue . 365-0022 | registration isa. etalon Red ‘Cross flag flying high during special month ee is‘Red Cross month across Canada and is being promoted by volunteers through- out the Kootenay Region. ng to R Cindy Corrigan, “We want people to know what we're doing, locally and around the world and we want them to consider showing their sup- port for Red Cross by giving blood when their is a clinic, ng money or vol their time. We need this support year around, P but during march we try to get the message out loud and cle.” The Canadian Red Cross Society is one of more than 150 ‘national organizations, with more than 200 million volunteers worldwide. In Canada, it is éstimated that one in four Canadian benefited fromi the services of Red Cross last year. According to Cor- rigan, “In the Kootenay area last year we collected 3,000 units of blood; trained almost 10,000 people in water safety; more than 3,000 in first aid courses and provided more than 1,500 people with the free use of health equipment for our 15 loan depots. This was done through the hard work of our staff of six and more than 600 volunteers.” Local branches are flying the Red Cross flag over city halls, holding mall displays and raising funds through various events. Corrigan that people d in | more about the organization or giving their blood or time call their local Red Cross or the regional office in Castlegar at 365-39 11. 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