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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2014-03-05, Page 88 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, March 5, 2014 Huron County museum embracing technology Fox Johnson QM! Agency The Huron County museum explores both bygone eras and directly involves itself with the community, and the latest pro- gram is a taste of modernism from community member Selena Hazlitt. It started on Jan. 20 and con- tinues until early April. The FIRST Robotics program is supported by the company of the same name, and they hope to inspire children of all ages to consider the sciences (tech- nology, engineering, math) as job considerations. Both organizer Hazlitt and assistant curator Elizabeth French -Gib- son noted that creative aspects interests kids: using Lego building bricks, tapping into their creative minds, and the joy of seeing a self -built crea- tion come to life are examples. Hazlett said a motivational fac- tor for bringing this program to the museum was not only her interest in the subject, but also seeing the robotics com- petition at a Waterloo high school. The teens' motivation was "just heartwarming," she said. HOW WILL YOU SPEND YOUR LAST 10 YEARS? The average Canadian will spend their last ten years in sickness. Change your future now. MAKE HEALTH HEART8c- LAST.CA STROKE FOUNDATION OTTENTION ADVERTISERS Don't miss the opportunity to reach 20,000 homes across Huron and Bruce counties. To participate in this special publication, contact your local sales representative from one of the following Sun Media papers. Deadline: Monday March 10. Lucknow Sentinel • Clinton News Record • Goderich Signal Star Kincardine News - Lakeshore Advance Seaforth Huron Expositor Hazlett wanted to bring the same experience to the locals. The partici- pants seem to be in favour of the pro- gram, with many who were initially hesitant embracing it after only six weeks, and not wanting the weekly program to end so quickly. She is confident that the smiles she sees on parents' faces mean they're receptive of it as well. For more information, contact the museum at 519-524-2686 or visit their website at www.huroncounty.ca/ museum/index.php. Health unit applying for community challenge funding Huron County hopes to land fund- ing to promote healthy lifestyles for kids. The Huron County health unit is spearheading an application to the Healthy Kids Community Chal- lenge on behalf of the county. The new initiative will provide up to $1 5 million each for 30 communi- ties in Ontario. The challenge is a community -led program where part- ners from different sectors work together to implement activities to promote healthy lifestyles. "This is an exciting opportunity where communities can work together to create change and pro- mote the health of our kids," said Amy MacDonald, public health dieti- cian, in a press release. "We will be working closely with municipalities and the county." MacDonald presented the idea to county council last month and they endorsed the efforts of the health unit to move forward. MacDonald said the application reflects strong existing partnerships and rural roots. We are pleased have the support of our local politicians, which is important for a strong application." The focus will be on strategies tar- geting healthy eating, physical activ- ity, and adequate sleep. The premise is that healthy kids become healthy adults, make healthy citizens, and healthy economies. The project rec- ognizes that to be successful chil- dren, families, schools, and the com- munities in which they live need to be targeted. The application must be submitted by early this month. For questions about the applica- tion or partner involvement, contact the health unit at 519-482-3416 or 1-877-837-6143. Well safety awareness facts hold water Fox Johnson QMI Agency There are several risks that come with wells, one of those being the Ilk& It 'C'• Hockey HAWKS POWER SKATING WITH PUCKS Starts Tuesday, April 1 & every Tuesday for 6 weeks Dufferin Arena, Stratford 6-7 p.m. - born 2005-2008 7-8 p.m. - born 2001-2004 Cost $120 per player jtmurrayl 7@sympatico.ca to register First come, first serve basis/ recent cases of heavy rain and snowfall, spurring the Huron County health unit to remind us to sample well water at minimum three times a year, including winter or before taking solace at a cottage. Public health inspector Patrick Lan- dry said: "Water that has an odour, is discolored, or has an off -taste should not be consumed or used for food preparation. Even clear and odourless water needs to be tested to ensure it's safe Though the county has maintained a reputation for clean water, Landry said that some people take that luxury for granted, and regardless of the water quality it should be tested to ensure safety. Water sample kits are available to be picked up or dropped off at five areas: at the health unit near Clinton, South Huron Hospital in Exeter, Seaforth Hos- pital, Wingham Hospital and the court- house in Goderich. For more information, contact the health unit at 519-482-3416 or visit their website at www.huronhealthunit.ca.