MACWell Activities
Eating for the Health of It
Recently Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, and his wife, Ann Esselstyn were in town, helping us to kick off our Community Adventure in Healthy Eating. We are very thankful to them for traveling to Mercersburg and speaking to us. The event had around 250 attendees from the tri-state area, and included a presentation of Dr. Esselstyn's "Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease" research and a great question and answer session.
This was followed by a meal in the beautiful Edwards Room at Mercersburg Academy, with the fabulous flavors of plant strong, whole foods and a "what's in your kitchen" demo by Ann, as well as an opportunity to join the 28-day Adventure in Healthy Eating.
Please visit Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn's website to find out more about his research, or visit our "Community Adventure in Healthy Eating" to read more about the amazing results participants experienced.
This was followed by a meal in the beautiful Edwards Room at Mercersburg Academy, with the fabulous flavors of plant strong, whole foods and a "what's in your kitchen" demo by Ann, as well as an opportunity to join the 28-day Adventure in Healthy Eating.
Please visit Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn's website to find out more about his research, or visit our "Community Adventure in Healthy Eating" to read more about the amazing results participants experienced.
MPMC at the Mercersburg Townfest
At Mercersburg Townfest, MPMC Steering Committee members Danielle Fox (JBHS), and Kathy Wood (elementary art teacher) shared information on the October 4th Community Workshop for Walkability/Bikeability. Representative Todd Rock was also present talking to constituents about the benefits of safe and enjoyable walking and biking routes in communities. Lura Hanks (Mercersburg Elementary) spoke with students and parents reminding them that October 5th is National Safe Walk to School Day. Also present were Eric Holtzman (TSD), Scott Longstreth (engineer on MPMC) and Elizabeth George MD, all encouraging getting outdoors "for the health of it"! Click HERE to learn more about MPMC.
MPMC Encourages Fun & Fitness
MPMC Encourages Fun & Fitness: MPMC held a booth at Mercersburg First Fridays, 2011 all summer long, and had a wide variety of fun and heatlhy activities; "kids" of all ages were hoola hooping and jumping rope.
Join the MPMC Community Workshop on January 24th, 2012, 6pm at the James Buchanan High School Library to help plan walkability/bikeability with our consulting community architect Campbell Thomas & Company.
Join the MPMC Community Workshop on January 24th, 2012, 6pm at the James Buchanan High School Library to help plan walkability/bikeability with our consulting community architect Campbell Thomas & Company.
Everyday Chef
"Everyday Chef" - Families learn to cook healthy, economical meals with local chefs, Jim Butler (Sage Dining Services) & Harry McCullough (Romeo's). Created by MACWell in partnership with Fendrick Library and Franklin County Head Start. Sponsored by Summit Health Endowment Fund. Next 4-class series will be Spring 2012.
Teaming up with TSD
MACWell and Tuscarora School District have enjoyed teaming up for wellness. At Mercersburg Home and Garden event we distributed pedometers and information on healthy eating habits. Recipients signed up to take the 10,000 Step Challenge.
TSD dining service director, Adam Carlton, has done a great job increasing fruits and veggies for student snacks and lunches, is adding whole grains and decreasing saturated fats; he is working with MACWell and director of food services, Jim Butler, at the Mercersburg Academy to look at Farm to School Programs.
Healthy Habit Calendars
MACWell distributed "Healthy Habit a Month Calendars" at the Mercersburg Townfest and through Modnur Pharmacy. The calendars were a collaboration with the local Girl Scout and Brownie Troops and TWEP with many wonderful photos catching area residents being healthy. Summit Endowment Fund and Franklin/Fulton Drug and Alcohol sponsored the calendars.
Mercersburg Farmer's Market
Mercersburg Farmers Market was held at the Tuscarora Family Practice center, and brought local produce right to the community, and made it very accessible. Our area has amazing availablity of wonderful fresh produce - read more.
Fitness Trail
MACWell and community volunteers joined with the Lions Club to create a Fitness Trail at the Mercersburg Lions Club Park. Individuals and groups use the trail for aerobic and strengthening exercise; the stations are appropriate for individuals at all levels of fitness. Beginners find it an enjoyable way to get started and regular exercisers enjoy a new alternative outdoor routine.
Strawberry Fest
A local family looks at nutrition information provided by MACWell along with healthy snacks and recipes at the Mercersburg Lioness Strawberry Fest.
MPMC held its Inaugural 5 Mile Run through our beautiful countryside during Strawberry Fest 2011, raising over $1000 toward the Walkability/Bikeability Feasibility Study.
