December 4, 2017
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November 21, 2017
Family-friendly opportunities to give back to your community
November marks the beginning of the season of giving. No one is too young to learn the importance of helping others. This holiday season, take your family out to assist those in need, all the while imparting habits and compassion to last a lifetime. There are family-friendly activities and organizations across Arizona for you and […] Read moreNovember 17, 2017
Celebrate National Take a Hike Day
National Take a Hike Day is observed annually on November 17. Phoenix is home to more than 41,000 acres of desert parks and mountain preserves and more than 200 miles of trails. Hiking has tons of benefits and is a great way to start to your holiday season. Whether you bring a buddy or take a […] Read more
November 3, 2017
Practicing mindful and healthy habits during the holiday season
The holiday season is right around the corner! Few things warm our hearts more than families gathering for shared meals and creating meaningful memories over the next two months.Sometimes the stress of the holidays can feel overwhelming, but there are plenty of ways you and your family can remain mindful of healthy habits during this […] Read more
October 27, 2017
Farm to School: Establishing a Year-Round Effort
With the end of October nearing, National Farm to School Month is also coming to a close. But this doesn’t mean that Farm to School efforts have to end! These programs promote connections between students, schools, and local farmers which should be celebrated and implemented year-round. The USDA Farm to School Census from 2013 to […] Read more
October 20, 2017
Five fun and active fall adventures for the entire family
Leaves are changing, but healthy habits don’t have to! With fall weather comes many exciting opportunities for families to have fun together and stay active. The season brings sweet treats and family time. This fall, family bonding doesn’t just have to be around the fire or the table: take it outside! Whether it’s a trip […] Read more
October 13, 2017
Farm to School by the Numbers
It’s National Farm to School Month, and this week we’re celebrating with some of the wonderful numbers behind the movement! Check out our infographic to learn more about farm to school programs, as well as their impact across the country and in our state. Read more
October 6, 2017
Farm to School programs support healthy kids, local faRmers, and thriving communities
October is National Farm to School Month, a time to celebrate connections between schools, local farmers, and food. Farm to School Month is an opportunity to emphasize the importance of farm to school programs as a way to improve child nutrition, support local economies, and educate children about the origins of food. According to the […] Read more
September 25, 2017