Raw Pie

I made this and it was so easy. The hardest part was figuring out how in the world to cut the mangos. I will need to google it next time to find out. Anyways my girls LOVED it and begged for seconds. I will be making this again!

Raw Pie

Crust

1 1/2 cup of your favorite nuts (I've used cashews.
3/4 cup dates
1 tbsp of honey or agave
pinch of salt

Put in food processor until all ground up and fine. Put in pie pan, press it all down with hands, put in freezer until next step.

Filling-

4 mango's
2/3 cup coconut oil (melted)

Put in blender until creamy. Pour filling over crust. Stick in freezer until firm. Then eat!

I've also made this using banana. You can use whatever fruit you want. 

You could also just make the filling, put it in your freezer and eat as an ice cream or put in your fridge and eat as pudding. There is so much you can do with this simple recipe:)

Another Good Food Box Order... Now what???

Do you ever order the Good Food Box and think "what in the heck am I going to do with this?" I know I do and sometimes I just throw it out right then and there because I know it will just go bad and sometimes I wait for it to go bad and THEN I throw it out. 

So I thought that it would be fun to post different recipes that we make with ingredients from the Good Food Box.  Whether it is an ordinary everyday recipe or something that is not so ordinary. What a great way to get some new ideas and not make the same old thing for dinner all the time. Please feel free to submit recipes to me and I will get them onto the blog.

 MCKENNA CHRISTMAS PARTY

What a GREAT turnout it was for our Christmas party this year! There was lots of food, cookie decorating and crafts. The youth bus came which ALL of the kids seemed to LOVE! We were also welcomed a special visitor straight from the NORTH POLE!!

What a great night it was! I cant wait for our next fun Event!!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year EVERYONE!

Good Food Box

The Good Food Box is up and running again for 2011!! Our numbers continue to grow every month in the amount of orders that are going in from the complex. I am excited to see this program pick up even more!
We have decided instead of having all orders delivered to my house we will now have them delivered to the resource center Unit #229. I feel that this will make the Good Food Box that much more convenient for everyone
If you would like to order every single month you may let me know in advance and I will call you within a week of the order date to remind you of payment.
Please see the list below for the order dates. All orders are done on a tuesday and payment is due in full by noon.

Mckenna After School Program

Mckenna After School Program

Program Provider:
 City of Calgary - Community & Neighbourhood Services

Program Description:

• soccer
  
• games
  
• dodge ball
  
• scavenger hunt

Address:
229 - Mckenna Lane SE (Resource Center)
 Calgary, AB

Primary Contact:
 3-1-1

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Note:   Program runs from September 29 to December 8, 2010.

Fees:
 Free.

Eligibility:
Children ages 6 to 10. AfterSchool pass available at program. Website:
 http://www.calgary.ca/afterschool

McKenzie Lake Youth

The McKenzie Lake Youth program is aimed to provide a safe and fun environment for youth 11-16. The program will focus on activities that allow youth to learn about themselves and further develop their self-esteem and leadership skills. The programs also work to encourage social and recreational learning and help build positive peer relationships. When Thursdays, September 29 - December 17, 2010 4 -7 p.m. Where Mckenzie Lake Community Association 16198 McKenzie Lake Way S.E. Who Youth 11 - 16 years Contact Please call 3-1-1

Useful Phone Numbers

USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS

1. CHC Maintenance 403-244-4747
2. CHC Tenant Inquiries 403-221-9100
3. Child Welfare 403-297-2995
4. Help finding any community, social, or government services in Calgary 24 hrs dial 211
5. Distress Center 24 hours 403-266-1605
6. Good Food Box Orders 403-257-8058

Community Businesses

COMMUNITY BUSINESS

Do you have a dayhome or a homebased business that you want to advertise in the complex? Email me at mckennacorner@yahoo.com with all the details and your contact info and once it is approved I will happily post it on this blog for you.

Calgary Health Region

HEALTH NURSE

Come and visit with a CHR Nurse ask questions and get your children and yourself immunized at the resource center unit 229

Tuesday mornings from 9:30-11:30 AM

Tutoring Program

TUTORING

Come to the Resource Center Unit # 229 and take advantage of access to the computer, printer and internet. Learn your ABC's or finish your homework and school projects. 

Preschool aged children 3-5yr olds  Wednesdays 6:00-6:50pm

Elementary to High School 6-18yr olds 7:00-8:00pm

Come and enjoy learning, making friends,and year end parties!!

This program is for residents of the complex please keep other friends to a minimum. Residents of the complex will be given priority for the use of the computer.

 

The Patch Program

 THE PATCH PROGRAM

What is Patch?

Patch is a Hull Child and Family Services Program. This program provides basic needs, support & referrals to other agencies and programs, emotional support and advocacy

Patch Hours are 9:30-11:30 AM Tuesdays @ the resource center

Good Food Box

GOOD FOOD BOX

The Good Food Box is a program where you can purchase fresh fruits and vegetables for a very low cost

GOOD FOOD BOX FACTS
Fact: Customers pay the cost of the food
itself while distribution overhead is
subsidized.
Fact: We buy top quality fresh fruit and
vegetables directly from farmers and the
wholesale stores.
Fact: In 2009 we distributed an average of
1000 boxes per month.
Fact: Volunteers sort and pack food into boxes
at our warehouse.
 
    WHAT WILL I FIND IN MY BOX?

• Apples
• Bananas
• Broccoli
• Carrots
• Corn
• Cauliflower
• Cucumbers
• Bell Peppers
• Grapefruit
• Lettuce
• Lime
• Onions
• Oranges
• Potatoes
• Tomatoes 

The selection will vary according to
availability & wholesale cost

Large Family Box
40+ Lbs. produce
$25.00

Family Box
30+ Lbs. produce
$20.00
Single Box/Senior
20+ Lbs. produce
$15.00

Order Dates 2011
January 11
Febuary 8
March 8
April 5
May 10
June 14
September 13
October 18
November 29
* No order in July, August or December

Contact 

Charity Giannakos

106 Mckenna Cres SE

403.257.8058

Payment due in advance. Cash only please