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For those of you who don’t read Spanish, but have an interest in what Conexiones Latinas is all about, we will be including a brief summary in English of the articles included in the newsletter. If your organization would like to submit an article or other information for publication in future editions of Conexiones Latinas feel free to do so. Information which is time specific should be submitted at the beginning of the quarter PRIOR to the quarter in which your event will take place. Publication dates for the year are January, April, July, and October. We want Conexiones Latinas to work for you, so let us hear about your organization, upcoming events and information of interest to our community. Information should be written and ready for publication when it is submitted. If possible, submit the information in Spanish. If this is not possible, you may send it in English and it will be translated by a Conexiones Latinas volunteer. Submit information to: Conexiones Latinas c/o Jodi Roberts April 2010 Los Siete Derechos Básicos…7 Basic Rights of Consumers
To get more information about your consumer rights, if you have questions or if you need to file a complaint call 608-224-4956, direct line to Mayra Rangel at the Office of Consumer Protection in Madison. Abril el Mes Preventivo…April is Sexual Assault Prevention Month To learn how to protect yourself or how to overcome an assault, contact any of the local organizations listed. Actividades en la Biblioteca…Activities at Hedburg Public Library in Bilingual Wellness Programs for familias with the UW-Extension Saturday, April 3 from 2 – 3 pm An hour of stories about nutrition and physical activities Saturday, April 10 from 2 – 3 pm From the farm to the table. We will learn about Farmer’s Markets in Saturday, April 17 from 2 – 3 pm An hour of physical activities. We’ll have fun while we play and exercise. Bilingual Poetry Open Mic Sunday, April 11 from 2 – 4 pm Celebrate National Poetry Month reading your original work for a live audience. If you aren’t a writer, but appreciate poetry, come and listen. The poet Nydia Rojas from Madison, a native of Children’s Day/Book Day Friday, April 310 from 7 – 8:30 pm Come help us celebrate this special day with activities, stories, food and, of course, books. Celebration of Cinco de Mayo Saturday, May 8 from 1 – 4 pm Join us as we celebrate the victory of the Battle of Puebla, an important date in Mexican history. There will be displays of authentic food and drink, crafts, music, dance and more. No need to register. May is Latino Book Month Come to the library to see our selection of books written by Latino authors, such as Ocatvio Paz, Julia Alvarez, Gabriel Garcia Marquez and many others. Immunization Clinics at the library HPL has joined with the Rock County Health Department to offer a central location for immunization clinics. The schedule is from 4:30 – 6:30 pm the fourth Tuesday of the month. April 27 and May 25 coming up. All childhood vaccines are $5 per dose and the service is provided no matter if the client is able to pay. For more information, call the Rock County Health Department at 608-757-5438. Children’s weight varies a lot because they are growing from when they are preschoolers until they reach adolescence. If you believe that your child needs to lose weight, talk with your child’s pediatrician. Parents can help maintain a healthy weight for their children in the following ways: Developing good eating habits Don’t let food be a solution for boredom or sadness. Eat meals and snacks at regular times. Don’t force your child to eat everything on their plate. Worry about making mealtime a pleasant time. Don’t offer sweets as a prize for good behavior. Choosing good foods and snacks Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, low-fat yogurt or frozen yogurt, baked potatoes, fruit juices or water, cereals without sugar for breakfast. Eat fewer sweets, potato chips, corn chips, ice cream, French fries, sodas, juices with artificial sweeteners, cereal with sugar for breakfast. Maintaining daily activity When you watch tv you burn fewer calories than walking, swimming, dancing, biking or other activities. Parents can help maintain a healthy weight for their children and feel good about themselves in the following ways: Parents are responsible for: choosing and buying food, preparing and serving food, deciding when to serve meals and snacks, making family mealtime a pleasant time, teaching their children good table manners. Parents are NOT responsible for: how much a child eats and if the child likes a certain food. How to feed a picky eater: Wait more or less two hours between snacks and meals, serve small portions, let the child ask for more, offer alternatives, let the child help plan a meal, set a good example, serve new foods when the child is rested and happy, prepare interesting foods, kids like a variety of colors and textures. Actividad Física…Physical Activity for Kids Who Don’t Like Sports Team sports can improve self-esteem, coordination and physical fitness of children while also helping them learn to work with other children and with adults. But some children are not “born” athletes and they might tell you directly or indirectly that they don’t like sports. What can you do? It’s not necessary for kids to join a team to get physical activity. You can practice things at home, such as shooting baskets, playing catch, or running together. This can help develop their physical fitness, and they don’t have to worry about making mistakes in front of other children. You can also look for sports programs that your child might be interested in. Speak with the leaders about the philosophy of the program. Some places, like the YMCA, have non-competitive leagues. In some programs they don’t even keep score. Extienden el Credito…Credit Extended until April 2010 First time homebuyers are encouraged to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit for buying a home. The credit was set to expire in November 2009, but was extended until April 2010. Contracts must be signed before April 30, 2010 and closing must take place before June 30, 2010. Encuéntralo en su Biblioteca…Find it at the library The Beaver Dam Community Library has a diverse collection in Spanish. This includes books, videos, magazines, audiobooks, music and reference materials in Spanish for adults and children. There are employees who speak Spanish. 311 N Spring St, Beaver Dam 920-887-4631 OSHA en This article explains to employees what OSHA does and how it works. The phone numbers of the four OSHA offices in Celebración del 5 de mayo…Cinco de Mayo celebration Cinco de Mayo is the celebration of the “Battle of Puebla”, a war in which the Mexican troops defeated the French at the town of |
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