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332 Lakeshore Rd East Mississauga, Ontario L5G 1H4 www.roundaboutkids.ca 905-274-9561

UV SAFETY UV protection has been something that I’ve been aware of but haven’t always taken seriously.  Now that I have kids, it’s a different story.  Being a person of dark skin colour, I was always under the impression that I was covered.  The truth is people with darker skin have more melanin which is extra pigment that naturally absorbs UV rays, but they still require additional protection.  In fact, regardless of our skin colour we should all protect our skin from the suns damaging rays.  UV (ultraviolet) rays are the suns burning rays that can cause sunburn or skin cancer.  Ultraviolet rays (radiation) are invisible and can be classified in 3 types: UV-A, UV-B, and UV-C. The UV ABC’s UV-A  -  Ages the skin and causes wrinkles            -  Damages paints and outdoor plastics UV-B  -  Causes skin cancer, cataracts, suntans & sunburns            -  most harmful rays to humans, and wildlife            - stronger then UV-A radiation UV-C -  are filtered by the atmosphere and never reach                         the earth’s surface                       - stronger then UV-B radiation How to Protect Yourself against UV radiation You can protect you and your family against the harmful rays by following these guidelines.  Avoid direct and indirect sunlight, avoid being in the sun between 11 am and 4 pm, seek shade, wear clothing such as long sleeve shirts and long pants, wear a wide brim hat, apply lip balm with at least SPF 15 & sunscreen to exposed skin areas,  wear 100% UV protective sunglasses, and find out the daily local UV  Index (www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/canada_e.html). SPF - Sun Protection Factor SPF is the number that is labeled on the sunscreen. This number represents the amount of time that skin with sunscreen  protection can be exposed to the UV-B rays before the first signs of redness occurs, in comparison to skin that is unprotected UV Index and what it means to you The UV index measures the sun’s ultraviolet radiation intensity in relation to sunburn. The higher the index the more harmful it is to you. See UV index chart & recommended actions for each UV Index range on page 4.Check daily UV index forecasts to keep you & your family safe. Article Sources & Resources for Parents Environment Canada Peel Region Canadian Dermatology Association Weather Office - Check local UV Index Health Canada Article Written by Cj.
UV INDEX	CATEGORY	UV INDEX    Developed by Environment Canada Scientists in 1992.   ·          + 11 index rare in Canada - Caution in tropics & southern USA necessary - can reach + 14 - Take full precautions -  skin can burn & be damaged in minutes - Avoid sun between 11am & 4pm - Be aware that white sand & bright surfaces reflect UV thereby increasing exposure ·          Extra Precautions required - skin will damage & burn quickly if unprotected - Avoid sun between 11am & 4pm - seek shade, cover up, wear a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen ·          Protection required - UV is damaging to the skin & may cause sunburn - spend less time in sun between 11am & 4pm - seek shade, cover up, wear a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen ·          Take Precautions-cover up, wear a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, seek shade mid day when sun is strongest ·          Minimal sun protection required - wear sunglasses on bright days, cover up & use sunscreen if outdoors for more than in hour                                                                UV Index Source:   Environment Canada
+ 11	Extreme
8 to 10	Very High
6 to 7	High
3 to 5	Moderate
0 to 2	Low

 

Personal And Family Safety Protection Tips “RESTROOM SAFETY!” With the kids  out of school and parents looking to take a little family vacation, one thing must always be addressed, and that is restroom safety. Restrooms in certain cases can be the haven for the wrong element and when opportunities knock, they will take advantage of the situation.       So to make things safer anytime a child—or an adult, for that matter--uses a room, such as a public or foreign restroom, that is isolated and closed off, there are a few precautions to always keep in mind.   • If the child is old enough to use the restroom unaccompanied, have a check and balance system in place. Give the child a specific time limit, and wait directly outside the door. Children like to dawdle and they don’t have a very good sense of time, make sure your child understands that if he’s not out in a certain amount of time, you will come in and get him. My mother always said my brother Tim and I used to hurry because we were afraid she’d come in and embarrass us. In many cases the fear of an action is worse than the action itself. • If the child is small, pay careful attention to anyone leaving the restroom with a child or even a bundle wrapped in a coat or a blanket. Abductors are likely to pretend the child is sick or sleeping. • If you’re an adult going to the restroom either with a child or alone, remember that the busier it is the safer you will be. When someone is overpowered or mugged in a restroom it’s usually because he or she was alone with the Bad Guy. So, if you walk into an empty restroom, walk out and find another one that’s more populated. • Even for adults, it’s safer to go to the restroom in pairs, but if you’re with someone of the opposite sex, you can still establish a check and balance plan. Remember that the person you’re with can always yell or bang on the door without actually entering the restroom.    Mr. Doyle is a 30 year veteran of the martial arts. He has been teaching and educating men, women and children of Mississauga since 1986.  He is married and he and his wife, Lesa (also a black belt) , and have two children, Charles (12) and Alexsandra (8). Academy of Martial Arts, Port Credit www.dojoworld.ca

"SUMMER FUN"

Pick Your Own In Peel Why not take a family outing to one of Peel Regions  farms and pick your own fruits and vegetables. There are  many farms in the peel region with a variety of fresh produce.  Some farms offer other activities for families such as a petting farm with young farm animals, hay rides, crafts and more. Here are a list of fruits and vegetables available in August and ready for your picking:   Vegetables Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Celery,  Cucumbers, Eggplant, Herbs, Lettuce, Onions, Peppers, Potatoes, Pumpkins (later in the month), Radishes, Spinach, Summer Squash, Sweet Corn.  Fruits Apples, Asian Pear, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cantaloupes, Gooseberries, Peaches, Pears, Plums (later in the month), Saskatoon Berries.  I took a short drive up to Caledon and had a chance to visit a couple of farms.  I met Paul & Lynnette Gray of Dixie Orchards and their 2 young children.  Paul and his 4 year old were out picking Raspberries.  My visit there reminded me of the time when my husband, my 2 year old and I went raspberry picking a year ago.  My daughter loved the experience! While I was chatting with Paul she proceeded to beg me, saying “ Mommy, can we go berry picking? “Please, Mumma?”. Visiting a local farm and picking your own fruits or vegetables, makes for a great family outing.  Not only is it a fun thing to do with the kids, it helps support  local farmers and it beats standing in the check out line at the grocery store.     www.dixieorchards.com 14309 Dixie Road Caledon, Ontario 905-838-5888 Family owned and operated. Raspberry season is over but Dixie Orchards is looking forward to an exciting Apple picking season mid September through October. Don’t miss the wagon rides, corn maze, straw jump, Thanksgiving and Halloween decorations.  Written by Cj. Source: Peel Region

SUMMER CAMPS
There is still space available for the Fun School Summer Camps for Preschool and Kindergarten aged children during the week of July 30th as well as the Mad Science Camp for ages 6 - 12 during the week of August 13th. Visit www.madscience.org/toronto for more information or contact Linda or Joan at Fun School           (905)  274-4386.
905-278-7234 Register now for one of the Summer Fun Karate Camps and receive a $20 discount off the regular camp rate. To receive this discount mention the Moms of Mississauga Ad when registering. To download the online information brochure Click Here for more details.
Summer Camp 2007 at Pippis World an affordable camp alternative for children ages 2 to 6. Each week there will be a different theme with crafts, cooking & science activities revolving around the theme of the week. Click Here for more details.
905-270-2273
Gimme-a-Break Child Care Centre - Register your child in our summer program - We offer Full & Half Day Camps, Stimulating Educational Programming, Arts & Crafts, Nature Walks, Fine & Gross Motor Activities, Social Development, Nutritious Snacks, Computers for ages 2-1/2 - 10 years ) Click Here for more details.

Event Updates

Family Day at Civic Centre Square - an activity tent set up with crafts for children, outdoor activities and entertainment 10 am - 6pm Aug 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th ***************** Films Under The Stars at Civic Centre Square- Enjoy outdoor Films every Thursday presented by the Mississauga Library System (if weather permits) 905-615-3200 ext.2403. Aug 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th ************************** Sunset Concerts at Port Credit Memorial Park - every Sunday in August from approx. 6:30pm - 8 pm or Sunset ******************** Port Credit Village Square - at the base of Hurontario and Lakeshore beside Timothy's. Live entertainment on the weekends. Why not cool down with an iced tea or iced coffee and enjoy the entertainers, while your kids play on the rolling hills of grass. Every weekend there is a different entertainer.
Benares Museu0m presents The Verandah Series Time: at Dusk - Cost: pay what you can Friday Aug 3rd - Playford Players (Dulcimer, Guitar & Mandolin) Friday Aug 10th - Meet The Folkers II (Chorus of Folk Singers) Friday Aug 24th - Riverbend - Folk Duo *Bring your chair and mosquito repellent For more details (905) 615-4860
Aug 12th - Rhythms Around the World Showcase - Mississauga Musicians and schools will amaze you on stage as they perform live at Civic Centre Square 12-5pm
Aug 15th - The Roundabout Centre Fashion Fundraiser 6 - 9 pm 332 Lakeshore Rd E Port Credit (905) 274-9561
Aug 19 th -  Tour For Kids Cycling Adventure - a fundraiser for kids with cancer wraps up at the Civic Centre - don't miss Stephen Page of the Bare Naked Ladies free musical performance! 6pm

 

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