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Solidarity Walk – June 13, 2010

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 00:48:58 +0000

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

admin — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:16:24 +0000

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

admin — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:05:32 +0000

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…

admin — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 11:00:10 +0000

Tusker Geografica

April 2010 Issue by Mariya Porten

Ottawa Citizen Article

November 26, 2009 by Tony Lofaro

Metro Ottawa Article

November 24, 2009 by Steve Collins

West Carleton EMC Article

November 20, 2009 by Liza Badham

Your Ottawa Region

December 11, 2009 by Jennifer Burden

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

admin — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 02:46:53 +0000

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

admin — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 18:18:13 +0000

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

admin — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:41:22 +0000

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…

admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:15:08 +0000

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

admin — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:55:16 +0000

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.

Media

admin — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:53:49 +0000

Nov 20, 2009 EMC West Carleton