 Tuesday's Children Mentors visit the
WTC Tribute Center
Tuesday's Children Mentors got a private tour of the WTC Tribute Center on Saturday, April 24th. 9/11 Responder, Bill Spade, and 9/11 Family Member and Tuesday's Children Mentor, Jim Giaccone , lead the tour with their own personal stories and memories. Mentors and guests got the opportunity to participate in both the walking tour and gallery tour that was offered complimentary by the WTC Tribute Center. One mentor said "another deep experience by Tuesdays Children - thanks for doing this!" Special thanks to Christina and Tracy from the Tribute Center as well as volunteer docents Bill and Jim. |
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 Take Our Children to Work Day occurred this year on April 22nd, 2010. Tuesday's Children planned a program for the eighth year that matches children with a corporate placement they are thinking about exploring as a future career. Over 100 interested children observed at companies such as Michael Kors, the Friar's Club, Viacom, ABC, Goldman Sachs, Silverstein Properties, and so many more! With over 20 amazing companies and over 25 dedicated volunteer chaperones, the day was another huge success.
Lisa, one of the parents in the program told us, "I just wanted to thank you and everyone for another great day! I know everyone worked so hard and it really showed. Andrew loved the Friar's club while Matt and Sean felt they had a perfect fit for their choice. After a few nervous minutes, even Kelsey enjoyed herself. She talked nonstop yesterday when she got home about how great MTV was and how she got to meet everyone (of course she wants to work there now!)."
 During the day, Tuesday's Children hosted a seminar for parents on "Mindful Based Stress Reduction" and "Finding Your Bliss," led by noted clinician Linda Reilly.
Tuesday's Children wants to thank everyone who participated to make this day happen but especially the volunteers at the companies and the chaperones that went above and beyond once again to remind the children the endless possibilities ahead of them.
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The First Responder Alliance's First Family Wellness Weekend
 Tuesday's Children's First Responder Alliance kicked off the first of many 9/11 Responder Family Wellness weekends. The Wellness Day had workshops on such topics as healthy habits, relationship building, dealing with chronic illness and anger management for adults. Children and young adult programs included resiliency , music, art, movement and yoga.
Families enjoyed an interactive musical performance by Feel the Music that involved the percussion instruments each participant had designed as well as everyone enjoyed the humor of a Bill Cosby performance. 
A 9/11 Responder wrote us saying, "My family loved the activities and all of the love and compassion you offered!" A professional staff of psychiatrists as well as specialists in the fields of music, art, dance, movement, stress management and more made the day possible and built a community of support and engagement . All 9/11 Responders should save the date for June 12th for our next 9/11 Family Wellness Day!
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Parenting Workshop Featuring Charlie Appelstein
On Tuesday, March 23, 2010, Tuesday's Children family members participated in a parenting workshop facilitated by Charlie Appelstein. This energetic key note speaker was able to spend one on one time with attendees and tend to their individual questions and needs. It was a great opportunity to catch up with old friends in the city over great dialogue and lunch.
Charlie Appelstein has been described as "the best youth care trainer in America" and provides expert strength-based training, consultation and publications. An engaging, informative, and humorous speaker, Charlie is the author of three critically acclaimed books on youth care and the creator of two innovative CDs that help kids and parents make better choices and lead happier lives. Charlie’s strength-based approach delivers a message of hope and possibility to our most vulnerable youth and those who shape and influence their lives.
 The workshop is already receiving rave reviews with one attendee having commented that the program was, "so engaging - the information was excellent and it was wonderful to belly laugh." This was definitely our most dynamic parenting workshop to date!
For information on our next parenting workshop, please make sure to check our calendar of events regularly. |
Belleayre Ski Trip
On Friday, March 19, 2010, 75 Tuesday's Children family members and responders took a trip to Belleayre Mountain for some fun on the slopes! The group was welcomed by beautiful sunshine and wasted no time getting out on their skis and snowboards.
One family member commented, "It was my 7 year old's first ski trip and without your organization she would not have gone or had the wonderful experience she did. Her first trip is now a very memorable experience with our empty slopes and perfect weather. Thank you to all!!!"
We would like to extend our thanks to Board member Mike Balboni, Belleayre Mountain for being gracious hosts, as well as everyone who joined us for such a beautiful day! Hope to see you all next year. |
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