Pioneering Healthy Living’s first initiative in meeting this goal is Healthy Living Week, a week of activities that will highlight the importance of a healthy lifestyle. From May 4-10, there will be events throughout the Danbury community that will provide opportunities for families to be active together, information about good nutrition and promote healthy lifestyles in our schools.

Healthy Living Week
May 4-10, 2008

Sunday – May 4
· YMCA Sunday – Dollar Day at the Y
Bring your family and enjoy use of the YMCA's Greenknoll Branch or Boughton Street Branch for only $1. 
Click here for locations/directions. Learn about special programs included.
· Learn about 5 Dimensions of Wellness.
Sponsored by: Regional YMCA of Western Connecticut

Monday – May 5
· Take a Bite of An Apple Day
All Danbury Elementary students will receive a free apple at lunch. Students in grades K-3 will receive a Food Pyramid coloring book and grades 4-5 will receive a food diary to bring home. Download a copy of the coloring book.
Sponsored by: MicroAir, Sodexho

Tuesday – May 6
· Pedometer Give-A-Way
Danbury 4th graders will receive a free pedometer to track their steps for the week . 
Sponsored by: United Way of Western Connecticut

Wednesday – May 7
· Physical Education Activity Day
Every Danbury Elementary student will receive a healthy snack from Bare Naked and a packet of fun activities they can do at home.
Sponsored by: Bear Naked  

Thursday – May 8
· Eat for Your Health
Danbury elementary students will learn how to prepare their own healthy snack.
Sponsored by: Danbury Hospital

Friday – May 9
· Free Programs at the YMCA
Come to the Y for free programs/classes. Check the schedule for times and locations.
Sponsored by: Regional YMCA of Western Connecticut

Saturday – May 10
· In honor of Mother’s Day, Take a Walk with Mom
Visit one of the many trails that Danbury has to offer, and take a walk with your Mom today.  No matter your level, there is a trail that will challenge you – with Danbury as your beautiful backdrop. Check back for more information.
Sponsored by: The Hand Center of Western Connecticut , Danbury Orthopedic Associates


Healthy Living Week is sponsored by:

      

                  Danbury Hospital