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Judith
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With best wishes,
Judith
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HAPPY WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
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President Jimmy Carter created a Proclamation in March 1980 designating the month as Women’s History Month. This initiative aimed to honor and commemorate the countless contributions that women have made throughout history across various fields, including science, politics, arts, and social movements. The observance serves as a reminder of the integral role women have played in shaping society and advocating for change, despite often being overlooked in traditional narratives.
Women’s History Month Information: Women’s History Month | National Women’s History Museum
Throughout the month, numerous events and activities take place, including educational programs, lectures, and exhibitions that highlight the achievements and experiences of women throughout history. Schools, organizations, and communities come together to celebrate women’s accomplishments and inspire future generations.
For those interested in exploring more about this important observance, additional resources and information are available at the Women’s History Website. This platform provides a wealth of materials, including articles, biographies, and lesson plans that can deepen understanding and appreciation of women’s history.
The National Women’s History Alliance also has
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Women’s History Theme 2026 – National Women’s History Alliance
Newsletters: NWHA Newsletters – National Women’s History Alliance
Black Feminist Information
Home | We Who Believe in Freedom-Exhibition
Toolkits available at IWD – March 8, 2026 – International Women’s Day Website Celebrating 115 Years!
International Women’s Day 2026
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Climate Advocate Senior Citizens
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News You Can Use 🙂 for 2026!
I am eager to share a valuable resource as I continue to spread Climate Advocate information through my blogs and podcast. As we approach 2026, consider exploring the following information.
Did you know there are communities of Senior Citizens focused on stopping climate change for future generations? These movements, known as Senior Climate Action, and Elders Climate Action advocate for policy changes and participate in activities for our planet’s future.
Their efforts highlight that every generation has a role in protecting our planet and that it is never too late to make a positive impact. I encourage you to explore these resources and think about how you can contribute to the fight against climate change. Check out the links below for more information.
Website: https://seniorclimateaction.org/
Highlights of Suggestions at Website:
1) Be more selective when shopping online because shipping accounts for about 3 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.
2) Purchase your food locally, for example, at the Farmer’s Market, to help reduce emissions associated with transporting food.
Website: Elders Climate Action –https://www.eldersclimateaction.org/about/
History Elders Climate Action (ECA) was conceived in 2014 by a small group of committed people as a project of Elders Action Network (EAN), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to encourage elders to take action on the social and environmental challenges of our time.
See the ECA guidance for Speaking on Behalf of ECA here.
View the ECA Video library at the link below.
https://www.eldersclimateaction.org/videos
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All the best in Wellness for our Planet!
Holiday Cooking News
Hello everyone. Welcome to the “holiday season”. With that in mind, and because I am paying more attention to what I cook and increasingly, which utensils I use to do that for the safety of my family and the planet, I have decided to share some insights that may enhance your culinary experiences during this festive time. The holidays offer a wonderful opportunity to gather with loved ones and indulge in delicious meals, but it is also essential to consider the impact of our choices on health and sustainability. As we approach your holiday meal planning, I thought you might find the following article useful as it outlines some helpful insights, including some essential “dos” and a few critical “don’ts” that can make a significant difference in your preparation and enjoyment. Click the link below to learn more and make this holiday season not only enjoyable but also mindful and responsible.
VEGAN Recipes can be found here:
https://eatplant-based.com/vegan-thanksgiving-recipes/
All the best in Wellness!
Juneteenth History FYI
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Freedom Freedom Freedom Choir . Enjoy!
More about Juneteenth 🙂
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https://www.britannica.com/topic/Juneteenth
https://visitdetroit.com/inside-the-d/12-ways-detroit-is-celebrating-juneteenth-in-2025/
https://www.galvestonhistory.org/news/juneteenth-and-general-order-no-3
https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emancipation_Proclamation
https://usafederalholidays.com/juneteenth
Valentine’s Day and Sustainable Chocolate Ideas
Hello Everyone,
As you know, for 2025 the basic theme for all of my blogs will include ideas to support taking action to participate in helping alleviate Climate Change challenges.
Having said that, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and guess what? You can participate by choosing Sustainable Chocolate to give to your loved ones and friends. This is a “win, win” for you and for the Planet by taking part in Climate Action !
So what is Sustainable Chocolate and why choose it to help with Climate Change?
Use the links below to learn more about it and where you can buy it.
SOURCE: https://www.sustainably-chic.com/blog/fair-trade-chocolate-brands
A great first step when figuring out if your chocolate was ethically produced is to see if it’s fair-trade. Fair trade chocolate is produced in a way that adheres to certain ethical standards. Fair trade is a safeguard against exploitation and child labor. It guarantees that farmers are paid a fair and living wage, regardless of the market price of cocoa. Farmers are also given higher wages if they produce organic chocolate and an additional premium wage to reinvest in their business.
Benefits of Chocolate Tea 🙂
https://pangbenta.com/drinks/health-benefits-chocolate-tea/
Sustainable Chocolate Brands
https://greenwithless.com/organic-fair-trade-chocolate-brands/
https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/fair-trade-chocolate/
All the best in Wellness!
DRY JANUARY MOCKTAILS
Happy New Year Everyone!
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I first learned about Dry January from an article in the Ajenda Newsletter, which contains numerous helpful health tips. You can sign up for Dr. Jen Ashton’s Newsletter at the link below. https://www.joinajenda.com/
Read more about the benefits of Dry January, which is celebrated January 1-31.
https://www.soberish.co/dry-january/
Week by Week Benefits 🙂
https://www.avenuesrecovery.com/blog/dry-january-health-benefits/
If you are interested in participating in Dry January, click on the link below to explore a variety of mocktail recipes and enjoy the experience.
https://www.eatingwell.com/gallery/11437/easy-mocktail-ideas-for-celebrating-without-alcohol/
All the best in Wellness !
Blogs and Ideas for the Holidays
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Need ideas for health, beauty, holidays, hydrating?
Martha Stewart’s blog is a nice way to explore, learn and more importantly share, which is what I am doing with these links 🙂
https://www.marthastewart.com/wellness-7198836
HOLIDAY IDEAS
https://www.marthastewart.com/1502397/christmas
Sustainable – Gift wrapping ideas that I found on Martha Stewart’s Blog 🙂
https://www.marthastewart.com/eco-friendly-gift-wrapping-8402278
All the best in Wellness!
Climate Action for Our Planet’s Health
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The Holiday Season is a good time to participate in Climate Action by reducing our Food Waste. Learn more about COMPOSTING and what you can do to help with our Planet’s Health in my latest podcast.
You can view additional details by clicking the link below to my Tech4Boomers Blog Post on COMPOSTING Benefits:
https://tech4boomers.com/2024/12/07/recycling-food-waste-for-our-planets-health-with-climate-action-tips/
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By composting your leftovers and discarded food scraps, you help keep organic waste out of landfills while also reducing harmful pollutants that compromise the health of the human population and the planet as a whole. Source: https://earth.org/food-waste-and-climate-change/
All the best in Wellness!
Juneteenth Celebration Ideas
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a significant holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. In 2024, Juneteenth will be recognized on Wednesday, June 19 – Source: https://parade.com/living/how-to-celebrate-juneteenth
NPR – Juneteenth Play List:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/003GTw7lIICMorVOwkMjCV
Westchester Events –
https://artswestchester.org/nearly-30-juneteenth-events-happening-in-westchester-in-2024/
Enjoy!
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