Posts Tagged ‘Events’

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.

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!

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.

Canadian Authors’ Festival

Thursday, October 1st, 2009

On October 16, 17 and 18, 2009 the Kilimanjaro Grannies, along with almost 200 other Canadian authors, will be at the Aviation Museum participating in the first ever Canadian Authors’ Festival. We will have samples of our book on hand for you to preview, since our official book launch is scheduled for World AIDS Day 2009 (December 1st).

 

Come out and meet us in person, we’ll be available to answer any questions and to accept pre-paid orders for as many copies of the book you would like.

 

The first of hopefully many annual festivals of its kind to come to the National Capital area and will feature New York Times Best Selling Author, Peggy McCool, as well as, many informative presentations and speakers. On Friday, the festival will showcase Children’s Books. Book signings by famous Canadian writers attending the festival will be happening throughout the event.

 

So come out to the Aviation Museum at 11 Aviation Parkway between 9 am and 5 pm on October 16, 17 or 18, 2009 and let your imagination take flight.