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Solidarity Walk – June 13, 2010

Sunday, May 30th, 2010

Gisèle has signed up to participate in an exciting event to raise funds for the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. The Kilimanjaro Grannies have pledged to walk at least 25 of the 8,000 kilometres that the Canadian Grandmothers have set as a goal for themselves. A virtual walk of Canada.

This is a very special walk for Gisèle as June 13th would have been her brother Michel’s 54th birthday. She will be walking in his memory once again. Our goal is to raise $500.00 or $20.00 per kilometre but we can’t do it without your help!

We can assure you that the funds are going directly to the grassroots in Africa, where community-based projects are doing so much to turn the tide of HIV/AIDS. Just click on the Solidarity Walk Sponsor link and it will take you to the Participants page. Type Gisele in the First Name search box and click on Sponsor or Gisele Lalonde Mansfield to make a donation.

Your generosity would be greatly appreciated and no amount is too little.  If you aren’t able to make a donation at this time, you can support this cause by sending this request to friends, family or colleagues.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and continued support.

Centrepointe Library Presentation – June 8, 2010 – 7 pm to 8:30 pm

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

Centrepointe Library Presentation: On June 8, 2010 between 7 pm and 8:30 pm, Trudy Stephen will be talking about her experience in Africa complete with slide show of her favourite climb and safari photos. The Nepean Centrepointe Branch is located at 101 Centrepointe Drive in Nepean.

Reach for the Top Event – May 31, 2010 – 6:30pm to 8:30 pm

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

On May 31, 2010 Gisèle is the guest speaker at the SFD Reach for the Top event hosted by the Grammas to Ambuyas at Stoneface Dolly`s on Preston Street. This is their third annual cocktail party, which has become a very popular event.  Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the owner of Stoneface Dolly`s, Bob Russell.

What people are writing about us…

Saturday, April 10th, 2010

 

Tusker Geografica

April 2010 Issue by Mariya Porten

 

Ottawa Citizen Article

 November 26, 2009 by Tony Lofaro

  

Ottawa Citizen (Nov26)

 

 

 

Metro Ottawa Article


 
November 24, 2009 by Steve Collins

Metro Article (Nov 24)

   

West Carleton EMC Article 

 November 20, 2009 by Liza Badham

Nov 20, 2009 EMC West Carleton

 

Your Ottawa Region

December 11, 2009 by Jennifer Burden

    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

Strawberry Luncheon – June 20, 2010 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Join us for the 3rd annual Strawberry Luncheon hosted by the Deep River Grannies.

Guest Speaker for the SWEET Event at Bushtukah – March 28, 2010

Friday, January 15th, 2010

This is the third annual SWEET event sponsored and hosted by Busthukak at 203 Richmond Road, Ottawa. This is mostly an information evening where you can get valuable advise,  hints and tips from a wide range of experts in several fields, such as:

-        women’s health, pregnancy in sport

-        weight issues and how to be healthy, how to lose weight,

-        Triathlons

-        Sports Bra fitting

-        Mountain Biking

-        Road Biking

-        Bike maintenance

-        Injury recovery, injury prevention

-        Trail running and clothing

-        Nutrition

-        Nordic Walking

-        Bike fitting

-        Women’s paddle (boat, pfds)

-        Women’s camping/hiking, (packs, sleeping bags)

-        Gait analysis

You’ll also be treated to a fashion showcasing much of the new Spring clothing for women.  Mostly athletic clothing, but also some adventure clothing new to the store.

And three dynamic guest speakers  including; Lynne Jenkins, an active cyclist and volunteer for Coast to Coast for Cancer (an organization to raise funds for kids with cancer); Kaireen Patton, an active runner and mom; and Gisele Mansfield.

This ”women only” free event starts at 6 pm on March 28th and  is open to all women. Casey would appreciate your RSVP for planning purposes. Please call her at 613-232-0211 or 1-888-993-9947 or sweet@bushtukah.com to reserve your seat.

 

And of course we’ll have some signed  books for sale. It makes a great Mother’s Day present.

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Book Signing at Bushtukah – January 30, 2010

Friday, January 15th, 2010

Looking for your own personal copy, or for a special friend, or a cherished family member, or already bought a book but would like it signed. Look for us between 12 pm and 4 pm on January 30th at Bushtukah, 203 Richmond Road where we would love to meet you, answer any questions that you may have and sign your special copy.

While you’re here check out all the great outdoor clothes to keep you warm and cozy for your exciting Winterlude outings!

Watch and Listen to…

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

December 2

Gisèle appeared on Rogers TV (Cable 22) Daytime Ottawa with Derek Fage and TL Rader. Live at 11 a.m. Repeats at 3, 6 and 11 p.m. Click on Kilimanjaro Grannies to view the interview.

 

November 25

Janet and Gisèle were interviewed by Mitchell Caplan of “Click Here” on CHUO Radio at 5:40 p.m.

 

November 26 

Trudy and Gisèle appear on CTV Ottawa’s News at Noon

 

November 28

Liza and Tina were interviewed by Sarah Onyango for her radio show “Afrika Revisited” on CHUO-FM at 10:00 a.m.

Book Signing at Hy’s Steakhouse

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

Our first book signing is happening on December 4, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Hy’s Steakhouse, 170 Queen Street.

Come out and meet all six of us where we can answer all your questions in an informal, relaxing and fun environment.

The staff at Hy’s have always been strong supporters of our efforts and we wish to thank them by celebrating with them. We are very grateful for this opportunity.

Book Launch to mark World AIDS Day – December 1, 2009

Monday, November 16th, 2009
 

 

 

Come celebrate with us!

Come celebrate with us!

 

 

 

 

Please join us in the Auditorium of the Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe Street (corner of Laurier Ave. and Metcalfe St.) starting at 7 pm for our official launch.

 

It’s been two years since our return from Africa and the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Since then we have been on another journey, putting to paper a collection of our favourite photos accompanied with innermost fears, joys and thoughts about the climb, our inspiration – the cause that we are working so hard for, and for some of us a spectacular side trip through the Serengeti.

We are so excited that in less than a month our book will finally be available for your viewing pleasure. At only $24.95 it is the perfect gift to yourself, a family member or a friend. Who knows you may even be inspired to find your own Kilimanjaro to conquer. 

Most of the funds raised from the sale of the book will be going to support the African Grandmothers through the Stephen Lewis Foundation. However, $2 of each book sale will go directly to the Snowy Owl AIDS Foundation of Ottawa to help them build Camp Wendake of Eastern Ontario. This is a much-needed camp for those affected by HIV and AIDS in our communities. 

We are also in need of your support to cover the publishing and marketing costs. We would welcome any pledges of financial support. The Snowy Owl AIDS Foundation has graciously offered to issued charitable receipts to anyone supporting our efforts.

Please contact us either by phone or e-mail to pre-order your books, pledge your support or confirm your attendance at the launch. We hope that you will be able to join us at our official launch to pick up your signed copies. Please share this invitation with your friends… we would love to see a “standing room” only crowd.

Sincerely and with our heartfelt appreciation,

 

The Kilimanjaro Grannies

Gisèle, Liza, Barb, Janet, Tina and Trudy