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Federated li’fornen‘S 17157117 {1‘65 (3/‘ Onran‘o Illuli flu/tum uniririu “Inuilmn W '7'” (/n///////} 25M Watching Your ROSE Program Bloom Cultivate - To foster the growth of; - To improve by labor, care, or study Bloom - To mature into achievement of one's potential; -To flourish in youthful beauty, freshness or excellence -To appear or occur unexpectedly or in remarkable quantity or degree Spring has sprung and so have many new and unique ROSE Sessions across the province! ROSE is not just a health program and the creativity shown by recent ROSE Sessions reflects what a difference WI is making in our communities, Waterloo District WI recently hosted "Women's Day“ in New Dundee The morning started With a "Look Good Feel Good" presentation, which included valuable information on the benefits of wearing a proper fitting bra and the importance knowing .Nhat to wear to feel good. It was a topic that applied to all women. Other presentations highlighted lavender 7 growing, harvesting, cooking and aromatherapy uses, the Ontario Breast Screening Program and digital mammography with a panel of three WI women who have battled cancer. The afternoon ended with a session everyone loved â€" Chocolate! There are some important lessons to be learned from this successful event. 1, The topics were unique and appealing for all participants 2. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable guest speakers are memorable (which means participants wrll want to come again) 3. Teamwork made the day run smoothly You can see what other Wl Branches are doing throughout this issue of the Home & Country ROSE Garden. What a great way to get ideas for your own Branch or District ROSE Session! if you are thinking of hosting a ROSE Session and would like some help planning, please contact the ROSE Program Manager, Patty Stokes at 519-836-3078 or via email roseprogram@fwio.on.ca Since 2000 WI Branches across the province have been busy. Here's a look at ROSE in Action: Sessions â€" 549 Participants - 43,564 (7,325 Wi members) Volunteer Hours contributed â€" 19, 878 Funds Raised â€" $18,537 Keep in mind that not everyone reports ROSE Sessions. If you've hosted an educational event that included the public â€"CONGRATULATIONS â€" you have made a difference. You have already hosted a ROSE Session. Look for more information on the ROSE Spring Challenge in this issue of The Home & Countn/ ROSE Garden. Meet the Members ...................... From the Hills of Northumberland.. Rose Spring Challenge Canadian Mental Health Association Test Your Knowledge...................,..., Anything for a Good Cause... International Connections Eat to Give ..................... ..4 Down the Garden Pat