Mentor Duluth March News
"March" into Mentoring!!!
"March" into Mentoring! Mentor Duluth celebrates spring with a big challenge. We are looking for 31 mentors in 31 days. Is it possible? Nearly 200 youth waiting for mentors certainly hope so.
As a mentor, you get to share what you know – and maybe learn a few new things along the way. Mentors and mentees enjoy many different activities together including fishing, biking, crafting, swimming, cooking, reading, movies, walking, talking and much more.
We are looking for mentors who come from all walks of life. Mentors must be 18 years or older with a reliable means of transportation. We believe that a willingness to have fun and the patience to build a strong friendship with a young person are key requirements of a great mentor.
This March, make a difference in a child’s life. Become a mentor. For more information, call 722-4745, x120 or stop by the Mentor Duluth office at the YMCA.
Note: Possible side effects include fun, friendship, laughter, new experiences, discovering new places, a chance to be a kid again and exciting adventures.
"March into Mentoring" Soup Lunch
- Monday, March 3rd
- 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- Duluth Area Family YMCA Lobby
Join Mentor Duluth for lunch and celebrate "March into Mentoring". Many different varieties of soup will be available for you to sample, providing a perfect hearty lunch on a cold winter day! Bring a friend who you thinkwould be a great mentor. Learn more about how you can support our community's youth and help us reach our goal of recruiting 31 mentors in 31 days.
The event also features a live radio broadcast from 95.7 The Bridge.
For more information call 722-4745 ext. 120.
Donations are accepted!
Match of the Month
This month, Ted and Isaiah are celebrating their first year anniversary of being matched through Mentor Duluth. During the past year, they have had lots of fun together. They enjoy many activities together including skiing, fishing, working out, or just hanging out at Ted's house. One of their most memorable moments was when they had the opportunity to go flying together in a Cirrus plane and Isaiah got to be the pilot for a bit!
In addition to having fun, Ted and Isaiah have built a strong relationship through their match. Now they are able to better read each others moods and have created several inside jokes together and shared a lot of of laughter. Isaiah really looks up to Ted and Ted is always mindful of his own behavior and his position as a role model. Ted says that his has been a wonderful experience with Isaiah and that they have each made a long lasting impact on each others lives.
Congratulations to Ted and Isaiah for being March's Match of the Month!
New Mentor Training
- Thursday, March 27th
- YMCA 2nd floor conference room
- 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Orientation and dialogue with other mentors and staff.
All mentors are welcome to attend our mentor training & orientation. All new mentors must attend one training/orientation within the first six months of being matched. To sign up, call the Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745, ext. 120.
Running Buddies
Are you looking for a new challenge? Running Buddies is an opportunity for anyone ages 9-17, who happens to be waiting for a mentor, to run the William Irvin 5K on June 20, 2008. The goal of Running Buddies is to encourage fitness, health, and positive relationships for area youth.
Training will begin March 19th with a paired adult Running Buddy and will continue each Wednesday for 2 hours at the YMCA. During the Wednesday sessions, the participants will learn how to properly train physically, mentally, and nutritionally for their first 5K through presentations and activities given by community health experts.
Participants are given an additional optional day for running only on Tuesdays. Matches through Mentor Duluth and Five Points are welcome to participate; however, you must sign up for the program. Space is limited, so if you are interested sign up right away!
- Cost:
- Free
- Ages:
- 9-17
- Time:
- 5:00-6:30 p.m. (with Tuesdays as an option)
- Registration Deadline:
- March 15, 2008
- Contact:
- Angel Hohenstein at 722-4745 ext. 175 or ahohenstein@duluthymca.org
Mentor Duluth Activities
Call 722-4745, Ext. 120 to sign up for activities
Waiting List Activity: Moonlight Walk At Hartley Nature Center
- DATE:
- Thursday, March 20th
- TIME:
- 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
- LOCATION:
- Hartley Nature Center
- COST:
- FREE
- NOTES:
- 15 waiting list kids can spend a "cool" evening at the Hartley Nature Center. The evening will begin with an indoor nature program about animals, followed by a moonlight walk outside. Hot cocoa and marshallows will be served. Transportation will be provided. Call the Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745 ext. 120 to sign up
PAL Activity: Bowling
- DATE:
- Tuesday, March 25th
- TIME:
- 5;00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- LOCATION:
- TBA
- COST:
- FREE (open to 12 youth, age 9 and older)
- NOTES:
- The UMD fraternity and sorority students are sponsoring another night of bowling! Ten waiting list kids can call the Mentor Duluth office to sign up. Be sure to wear socks! Transportation will be provided. This opportunity is part of our Providing Adult Leadership (PAL) program.
Match Activity
Mask Making and Decorating
- DATE:
- Saturday, March 15
- TIME:
- 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- LOCATION:
- YMCA 2nd floor meeting room
- COST:
- Free
- NOTES:
- 10 matches can come and make a face mask to decorate. Supplies will be provided. Pizza and pop will be served. Call the Mentor Duluth office at 722-4745 ext. 120 to sign up.
Cooking With Kids
Peanut Butter Treats for Dogs (people too!)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (oatmeal)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1-1/4 cups milk
- 1-1/4 cups peanut butter
- 1Tablespoon molasses
Combine flour, oats, and baking powder in large bowl. Mix milk, peanut butter and molasses until smooth; add to dry ingredients. Knead dough with hands (it will be stiff). Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into shapes. Bake 10 minutes or until lightly brown.
Store in airtight container in refrigerator.