Well... it has been and continues to be a sizzling hot summer. We hope you are enjoying the sunshine and keeping cool as best you can. One thing is for sure, we cannot complain. Although it’s been hot, it has been one of our sunniest summers in decades... with record highs and record draught I’m sure. With all that said, it’s interesting to hear the different perspectives from folks about how the weather is affecting them. What have you noticed? We have noticed that with the weather being this nice for this length of time, people are much happier, ourselves included! Spending time outdoors and getting some sun and fresh air, really does a body good! In fact, we came across an interesting read on Vitamin D. Enjoy the article and enjoy the sunshine!
August 13, 2016 – International Youth Festival Anti-Violence Youth Educational Services:
This is going to be an extraordinary event and a way to create awareness about this amazing organization! We are thrilled to be working with founder and amazing leader, Louise Jackson of AVYouth.
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Violence Youth Educational Services is a youth-focused not-for-profit, dedicated to decreasing violence by educating young people in the development of life skills and mindsets that will enable them to cope with the stress of daily living in positive ways, rather than resorting to violent behaviour.
August 27, 2016 – Positive Paddlers Dragon Boat Races for COPE Service Dogs:
Lynn Anne Hill, of LA Events and Leader of the Pursuit of Positivity Women’s Team, has brought together 24 amazing women to raise funds in support of the COPE Service Dogs. We would love to see you on Saturday, August 27
th down at Heritage Park at Barrie’s waterfront and watch us along with dozens of other teams, race for their charity of choice. Bring your friends and family down for a day of fun, community and activities!
September 13, 2016 – Transformational Tuesday - Transform the Overwhelm:
Managing the overwhelm can be challenging! But let’s face it, that is not going away anytime soon –so it’ more about transforming the feeling of being overwhelmed to something more positive. It’s about taking charge, anchoring ourselves into what is possible, practicing good self-care and not allowing everything else to take over.
September 17, 2016 – 7th Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Fundraising Event – Women & Children’s Shelter of Barrie:
At Spark Your Vitality, we love helping our community and are honoured to work with some incredible organizations and community partners. This is our second year being part of the Walk A Mile Committee and volunteering at this inspiring, fun and growing event –it`s fun for family and friends and a great way to give back
Want to get involved and a make a difference? They need your help to reach their $30,000 goal this year! Stiletto or pump, flat or sling back, flip flops or decorate your own shoes walk a mile style — you decide. All that matters is that you come with your game face on, ready to strut your stuff for the women in your life. Visit the Women & Children`s Shelter website for registration at
http://barrieshelter.com/walk_a_mile/ Join the walk and collect pledges 2016 Pledge Form
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Thanks again and enjoy the rest of your summer!
Spark Team
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