https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3 Made with an open mind en-us 2020-12-10 01:22:59 UTC 2025-12-10 11:02:12 UTC hello@padlet.com vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014293728 Consider volunteering to give back to those in your community. Volunteer of the Fox Cities provides a variety of volunteer opportunities for children just like you! Here are some activities to consider taking part in: ]]> 2020-12-13 22:38:43 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014293728 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014301892 Many hospitals in every community, including Acension Mercy Hospital in our community are currently looking for volunteers to knit and take part in craft making and bring them to the hospitals to donate. Some items Ascension is currently looking for includes: 
-Ice Pack Covers 
-Hats/Caps and clothes for newborn babies 
-Tissue Paper pretty flowers 
-Any fun and bright projects that can bring joy to patients and rooms during their stay.

]]> 2020-12-13 22:46:58 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014301892 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014307663 CHAIN Reaction is a program that organizes volunteer groups to help adults in their neighborhood who are unable to complete their own yard work. This is an opportunity that is done usually on the last Saturday of April and October. Groups are between 4-6 volunteers and can be a great opportunity for family and friends. ]]> 2020-12-13 22:53:08 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014307663 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014312137 Many food pantries, homeless shelters, and Boys and Girls Clubs are always collecting donations. It could be a great idea for you and a few friends to hold a drive for donated goods in your neighborhood and bring the goods to a shelter/club to help those in need. Some items that would be great to collect include : 
-gently used clothing of all sizes 
-socks and shoes with no holes or rips 
-hand and bath soap 
-razors and shaving cream 
-toilet paper and paper towels 
-non-perishable food items 
-blankets, long underwear and other weather-specific clothing items 
-gently used coats, snow pants, and winter boots (especially for children) 
-Hats and Mittens ]]> 2020-12-13 22:57:52 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014312137 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014320478 Animal shelters are always looking for volunteers to donate items and spend time with the animals they care for. This would be a great opportunity for kids to help walk, feed and bathe these animals. Play time and kisses are a plus! If you love animals, this is the right opportunity for you! ]]> 2020-12-13 23:06:37 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014320478 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014323578 Exercise is an important for better health and wellness throughout life. The current recommendations for children 6-17 years old by the U.S. Department of Health is 60 minutes each day. Finding creative ways to be active from home, school or around your community can keep you healthy and be more fun to keep you motivated. The following are some ways to exercise and be active: ]]> 2020-12-13 23:10:08 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014323578 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014335694 Stretching to improve flexibility is just as important as any other form of exercise. Yoga and related flexibility practices can improve breathing, reduce pain, and even improve brain function. Participating in yoga outdoors can be especially relaxing. Carve out some time and grab a mat to take to a local park or your favorite outdoor spot and do some yoga. ]]> 2020-12-13 23:22:39 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014335694 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014344448 Though running recreationally is a great way to exercise and improve cardiovascular endurance, it is harder to find motivation to do it every day. Instead, gather a group of friends or family and sign up for a local race. In our community there are many races year-round including summer 5Ks, Turkey Trots, Santa Scampers, and more. By working toward a race, it is a great way to motivate you to run everyday to work toward your goal and you will build fun community ties by competing with friends and family to get them active as well. ]]> 2020-12-13 23:31:31 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014344448 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014348335 Put a team together of some friends from your neighborhood and play some of your favorite sports once or twice a week. This can include sports such as volleyball, basketball, kickball, baseball, and others. These games can take place at a nearby park that you all can access easily. This can be a great way for friends to gather and exercise together in ways that do not even feel like exercise! Try to invite more than just your close friends. Including other classmates, siblings or other neighborhood kids that you do not normally talk to can be a great way to build new friendships. 

]]> 2020-12-13 23:36:11 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014348335 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014356307 Help out your parents by doing your chores and helping out around the house in active ways. Doing yard work such as offering to cut the grass, gardening, raking/shoveling, and even walking the dog can all be great ways to stay active and keep your parents happy! Encourage your siblings or parents to take part in these activities with you for fun family bonding! ]]> 2020-12-13 23:44:25 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014356307 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014366338 If your family is not interested in helping you with your chores (I know mine aren't!) then maybe try this instead: create your own workout for everyone to take part in. This could be as hard or as easy as you want to make it and should take only up to an hour at most. Encouraging your family to be active with you, it will be easier to stay motivated and hold each other accountable. Design a creative workout program which could consist of planks and sit-ups, or go the creative route and design it using a furniture obstacle course. However you plan it, have fun with family and friends in this make-shift home workout program! ]]> 2020-12-13 23:53:31 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014366338 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014389806 If you are still looking for other ways to help your community, consider practicing sustainable techniques to help the environment around you. As always, practice recycling and buying products with less plastic and harsh materials. But also consider signing up or organizing events within your community to make bigger impacts as well. ]]> 2020-12-14 00:12:37 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014389806 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014417487 Gather friends, family, or teammates and sign up for the Adopt-A-Highway program. This program is designed to clean up trash along the highways to keep our environment clean and litter-free. This is a great way to clean up our roads and give back to your community while saving the environment. ]]> 2020-12-14 00:30:12 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014417487 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014486796 Trees are great sources of oxygen in our environment. They also serve as perfect homes for many small critters. By planting trees we create better air quality for our community to breath. Try to plant a few trees in your community where able and dedicate them to friends and family, and ensure they are taken care of properly to better your community. ]]> 2020-12-14 01:13:10 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014486796 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014494771 Some of our most vulnerable community members struggle with being lonely, especially during the holidays and winter months. Take time to visit schools and daycares to play, tutor, and read to young children who need it. If you would rather work with adult populations, look in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Visiting the residents who live here to read to them, tell stories and play board/card games is some of their favorite things to enjoy. Look to spread joy where you can! ]]> 2020-12-14 01:18:09 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014494771 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014511079 To help share the duties of cleaning up your environment, look to volunteer at nature preserves and gardens to help maintain creeks, woods, and gardens. Places such as Bubolz and Heckrodt Nature Preserves are always looking for guides and youth educators to help around the preserve and keep it presentable for visitors and wildlife. Gardens such as Riverview Gardens are great places for youth to get their hands dirty by planting, weeding, and picking vegetables and flowers for distribution. Many of these fruits and vegetables often are donated goods to food pantries and schools as well! ]]> 2020-12-14 01:27:24 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014511079 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014814068 2020-12-14 04:51:39 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014814068 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014814678 2020-12-14 04:52:04 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014814678 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014821358 2020-12-14 04:56:58 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014821358 vanhom09 https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014830738 2020-12-14 05:03:36 UTC https://padlet.com/vanhom09/rjgklfdnwbet2os3/wish/1014830738