Mentor Duluth June News
Mentor Trainings and Socials
We are working towards improving our training and support for our mentors. One way to do this is to provide opportunities for mentors to share and learn from each other with mentor socials. The socials will give mentors an opportunity to share stories, resources, ideas, or concerns about their matches.The socials will take place every other month at various times and locations. Mentor Duluth will provide refreshments and staff to help facilitate discussions. Additionally, watch for more formal and specific training sessions in the monthly newsletters. Here is what we have coming up:
- JUNE:
- Cultural intelligence training for mentors with guest presenter, April McHugh from the Mentoring Partnership of MN - Tuesday, June 17 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the conference room on the second floor of the YMCA. Due to limited seating, please RSVP in advance at 722-4745, ext. 120.
- JULY:
- Mentor Social at Jitters Coffee Shop, 102 West Superior Street - Saturday, July 12 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Refreshments will be served.
To RSVP or for more information, please call the Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745, ext. 120.
Match of the Month
Zack has been matched with his mentor Eric for five years. The two were originally matched through the Men As Peacemakers program that allowed Eric to mentor him at school. Three years ago they decided to join Mentor Duluth and start doing things out in the community together.
They have gone through all kinds of activity "phases" as they grow together, like when Zack was in the fifth grade and they "couldn't get enough bowling!". They describe their times together as "active, never dull, and hilarious". They are always outside. Lately they have been getting into baseball; both playing and watching Eric on the team he plays for. Likewise, Eric went to Zack's basketball games. Eric chuckled as he reminisced about the time he went to Zack's football game and watched in down-pouring rain. Recently, they have also occupied themselves with floor hockey, going to the circus, and a monster truck show.
Zack likes having a mentor because he "helps with homework and encourages you to do the good stuff and not the bad stuff". Eric enjoys the relationship tremendously and thinks it's "cool seeing somebody change over the years". "I'm pretty sure I've made a difference" (to which Zack responsed with a "yeah"). The two see themselves staying matched and having fun through Zack's last year of middle school, into high school, and beyond.
Way to go Eric and Zack!!
Mentor Appreciation Garden
Mentors, we have a great summer gardening project for you and your mentee!
Call Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745, ext. 120 to sign up to help take care of the mentor appreciation garden in Leif Erickson Park. Let us know if you are interested in keeping our garden beautiful throughout the summer, or just for one afternoon.
The garden is located on the upper side of Leif Erickson Park, near the east entrance.
Homemade Bird Feeders
Watching their feathered friends eating from a homemade feeder will likely fill your little ornithologist with fascination -- and swell his heart with pride. Best of all, these seedy classics are a cinch to make. Be sure to hang them near a sturdy branch so your guests have a place to land while dining.
- Toast master:
- Help your child spread nut butter on a piece of toast. Cut the toast into a fun shape with a large cookie cutter, then poke a hole in the top with a skewer or straw. Let your child press the nut-butter side into a plate full of seeds. Thread a ribbon through the hole, knot the ends, and hang. (The feeder should last for at least a week, or until a downpour.)
- Pine nut:
- Smear nut butter onto a pinecone with a paintbrush until it's well coated. Give your child a ziplock bag filled with birdseed, then have him shake the pinecone in the bag until it's thoroughly covered with seeds. Tie a piece of ribbon around the end of the pinecone, knot the ends, and hang.
Proctor Speedway Tickets!
The Proctor Speedway is offering tickets for matches at $2.00 each.
For more information, please call the Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745, ext. 120.
Mentor Duluth Activities
Call 722-4745 Ext. 120 to sign up for activities.
Match Activity
4th Annual Duluth Charter Fishing on Lake Superior
- DATE:
- Sunday, June 8
- TIME:
- 3:00-7:00 p.m.
- LOCATION:
- Lake Superior
- COST:
- FREE
- NOTES:
- Matches (youth 10 years and older) grab your camera and get ready to go fishing with the Duluth Charter Fishing Guides Association! Up to 20 matches go out on the big lake for a 3-hour fishing expedition. Poles and tackle will be provided to youth. Wear warm clothes, sunglasses, and non-making tennis shoes or sandals.
- This activity fills up fast so call the Mentor Duluth Office at 722-4745, ext. 120 to save a spot!!
PAL Activity
3rd Annual Muskies, Inc. Youth Fishing Day
- DATE:
- Saturday, June 21
- TIME:
- 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- LOCATION:
- Caribou Lake (call Mentor Duluth office for directions)
- COST:
- Free
- NOTES:
- Limited to 20 youth (ages 7 and older) Muskies Inc., is sponsoring their 3rd Annual Youth Fishing Day. Participants will learn about fishing techniques, fish identification, meet with DNR representatives, enjoy a cookout, and head out on Caribous Lake with Muskies, Inc. fisherman to try their luck at fishing. Dress for weather changes and bring rain gear as it is always colder and windier on the lake! Lunch, life jackets and fishing gear will be provided.
- Call the Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745, ext. 120 to sign up.
For Everyone
Huskies Baseball Tickets
- GAME TIMES:
- Monday-Saturday 7:05 p.m.
- Sundays at 4:05 p.m
- LOCATION:
- Wade Stadium
- COST:
- Free
- NOTES:
- Matches and waiting list kids and their families are once again able to enjoy free outdoor baseball, thanks to the generosity of of the Duluth Huskies and Neighborhood Youth Services. Come enjoy a night of baseball at Wade Stadium. Cheer on our team for the last games of the season. Tickets are good for any home game. Check out the Huskies website at www.duluthhuskies.com for the 2008 schedule.
- Call the Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745, ext. 120 to request tickets.
Huskies Game and Tailgate Party
- DATE:
- Tuesday, June 24
- TIME:
- Tailgate 6:00 p.m.- Game 7:05 p.m
- LOCATION:
- Wade Stadium
- COST:
- Free; first-come, first-serve - 50 tickets available for matches and waiting list kids
- NOTES:
- We will be having a tailgate party in the parking lot before the game with hot dogs and chips! Just look for the Mentor Duluth banner. Youth may bring spending money for concession stand treats.
- Call 722-4745, ext. 120 to sign up.