#WellMOMblogs ~ Backyard Gardens Grow Health, Education and Green Lifestyle for the Whole Family — Mind, Body and Soul

There is something so grounding (pun intended) and satisfying about digging your hands into the soil to grow your own food!   Agriculture is one of the world's oldest activities, and today, is one of the most popular hobbies.  Gardening. enables a whole circle of wellness and green living that has so many  BENEFITS FOR THE WHOLE … Continue reading #WellMOMblogs ~ Backyard Gardens Grow Health, Education and Green Lifestyle for the Whole Family — Mind, Body and Soul

#WellMOMblogs ~ Exercising with Baby in Nature is a Perfect Afternoon – Fit4Mom’s Stroller Barre® at Morris Arboretum!

What an amazing experience - Can't wait to do it again tomorrow! Babies, fitness, gardens and meeting moms! What else could you want? The Fit4Mom, the largest mom fitness organization, offers Stroller Strides®, a stroller-based fitness program designed for moms with little ones. Each 60-minute, total body workout incorporates power walking, strength, toning, songs and … Continue reading #WellMOMblogs ~ Exercising with Baby in Nature is a Perfect Afternoon – Fit4Mom’s Stroller Barre® at Morris Arboretum!

#WellMOMblogs – Germaphobe or Cautious Mama?

It’s been a while since my last post, but #WeWereSick!!!  There’s nothing like having a sick little one that will ruin your plans.  And to make things even more trying, it’s not JUST the babies getting sick - parents and caregivers get sick as well!  Whether it’s a schedule with sleeping, eating, activity time or playdates … Continue reading #WellMOMblogs – Germaphobe or Cautious Mama?

Healthy God-Made Dinner for Lent! 

This Lent, I gave up my usual fried food and pizza, but I am adding this year, by trying to eat a "God-made" diet and avoiding man-made processed food!  After only a few weeks, I already feel energized, cleansed and fit! For an appetizer, made homemade guacamole with fresh salsa from health food store and … Continue reading Healthy God-Made Dinner for Lent! 

Daniel Plan for Lent 2014 – Make a Change through Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus and Friends!

My mom kept talking about the Daniel Plan that her church is doing for Lent.  “yeh yeh mom, I gave up bad food, I'm eating healthy, yada”.  But learning about the plan, I was truly inspired!  I attended her church meeting (mostly so my mom could show off her baby granddaughter to friends), but I … Continue reading Daniel Plan for Lent 2014 – Make a Change through Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus and Friends!

August 20th – Whole Foods Demonstrations, Garden Meetings & Major Grant Announcement!

    Whole Foods Market Demonstrations,  Food Security Board, Garden Club Meetings & Major Grant Announcement! Monday, August 20th ~ See Times for Specific Activities Below…  4:00pm–5:30pm ~ Camden City Food Security Advisory Board Meeting  5:30pm ~ USDA Grant Announcement/Refreshments  5:45pm ~ Whole Foods Market Tasting / Education and Camden City Garden Club (CCGC) Meeting (Download Advisory / Invitation) 

FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA’S BOOK FEATURES Camden

We Made it into MICHELLE OBAMA’S BOOK – Camden Children’s Garden (CCG) and Camden City Garden Club (CCGC) Community Gardens are featured in the First Lady Michelle Obama's book. MICHELLE OBAMA’S BOOK Features Camden Community Gardens! The CCGC/CCG are honored to announce First Lady Michelle Obama's book, "American Grown: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens … Continue reading FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA’S BOOK FEATURES Camden

FAMILY FESTIVAL SEASON KICKS OFF THIS WEEKEND!

DINO DAY & BUG BONANZA The Camden Children's Garden welcomes families April 14 & 15 for "Dino Day & Bug Bonanza!" 1-4pm Celebrate dinosaurs and insects while digging for fossils in our popular Dino Garden.  This festival includes educational activities, a fun planting activity, and themed crafts. ~ Part of 2nd & 4th Weekend Series. … Continue reading FAMILY FESTIVAL SEASON KICKS OFF THIS WEEKEND!

This Valentines, Love Yourself With Cleanse Week

CLEANSE FOOD LIST - SHOP/EAT FROM HERE ONLY! Love Yourself  With Cleanse Week, starts on Valentines Day! Anyone can follow this simple and natural cleanse to let go of your old habits and for a healthy new you. Finally, we have a group doing the 12-week TLS Challenge, which starts with Detox Week over the next … Continue reading This Valentines, Love Yourself With Cleanse Week

Philadelphia Flower Show ~ Camden Children’s Garden Exhibit

The Camden Children’s Garden (CCG) is back at the Philadelphia International Flower Show at the largest indoor flower show in the world.  March 4-11, the Camden Children's Garden presents, "A Child’s Tropical Adventure".  Flower Show Visiting Families LEARN TO GROW FOOD FROM A LEADING EXPERT IN GROWING SUSTAINABLE URBAN FOOD SYSTEMS This exhibit will be imaginative visually … Continue reading Philadelphia Flower Show ~ Camden Children’s Garden Exhibit