Visit our Table at Wicked GF

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Visit our booth.

 

We will have a booth at the Boston area expo. You will be able to talk to us, join our group and learn more about Celiac Kids Connection at this gluten-free expo. We are excited to see you.

 

You can learn more about the expo on their website.

Visit our Table at the Canton Farmers Market

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Visit us at the community table.

 

The mission of the market is to bring together local farmers and artisans. Like most farmer’s markets the array of fresh produce and locally sourced meats, seafood and dairy items are naturally gluten-free (GF). Plus there are often specialty GF vendors at the market. 

 

You can learn more about the market on their website.

Back to School Success: Managing the School Environment with Celiac Disease

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Join us for our annual Back-to-School session. We will review everything you need to know for a safe school year with celiac disease.

During this session we will discuss:

  • Laws and Regulations that Govern Celiac Disease
  • Setting Up a 504 Plan
  • Reasonable Accommodations for Celiac Disease in the School Setting
  • Common Gluten-Free Accommodations in the School Cafeteria
  • Inclusion in Extracurricular Activities and Field Trips
  • Navigating Complications
  • Q&A with our School Support Team

 

 

 

Summer Fun! Bowling and Twist

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Join us to kick off summer. We will meet at Kings at 12 noon for bowling and camaraderie.

Bowling will be followed by gluten-free treats at Twist Bakery & Café – right across the parking lot. We will have an area at Twist to relax and enjoy each other’s company. Food and drinks at Twist are purchased individually and not included in the bowling fee.

There is a fee of $20 per person for bowling. You can register for free if you are a parent attending with your child and not bowling.

We hope to see you there!

Ticket Sales End:

In order to confirm with Kings the last day to purchase tickets is May 31, 2024.

Celiac Teen Talk

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Are you a teen between the ages of 13-17 with celiac disease living the gluten-free life? Join our vibrant community and be part of the Celiac Teen Talk.

Forge connections with like-minded teens who understand the ins and outs of navigating the gluten-free world. Share your experiences, tips, and hacks! Each month engage in fun and interactive virtual meetups where we dive into the latest and greatest in the gluten-free world. From taste tests to sharing recipes, every month is a new adventure!

Each month engage in fun and interactive virtual meetups where we dive into the latest and greatest in the gluten-free world, with host influencer Gabrielle Hemond of “No Gluten Gabby” and special guests each session.

Getting the Most from your Gluten-Free Diet: Adaptations, Budgeting and Access for All

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Join the combined Harvard Medical School Celiac Research & Education Program and the National Celiac Association for an “Ask the Experts” webinar. Speakers will present for 60 minutes, followed by 15 minutes for Q&A.

The panel will be moderated by Vanessa Weisbrod, Chief Education and Community Engagement Officer for the Celiac Disease Foundation and includes Lauren Feichtner, MD MPh from Mass General for Children, Soran R. Bozorg, MD, from the Karolinske Institutet in Sweden, and Carla Carter, OTR/L, Director of Outreach and Programming with the National Celiac Association.

Our panel will discuss the increased risk of food insecurity, how this presents in celiac disease, the high cost of the gluten-free diet, and how individuals can cleverly adapt to a gluten-free diet in cost-effective ways.

 

Shine a Light on Celiac Disease

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Look for blue lights at Boston Children’s Hospital  – Longwood Avenue – as we Shine a Light for Celiac Disease.

Bridges, city halls and skyscrapers all over the world will be lit on May 16th in support of International Celiac Disease Awareness Day. We are so excited that Boston Children’s Hospital is part of this important event.

If you are in the area, be sure and get a photo and post it on your social media!

Learn more about this event.

Celiac Smarts – 2024

Registration for Celiac Smarts with CE credits can be done as a single registration for all 6 sessions or for each session individually. Click on the session number to register for that session. In each of the session links you are able to register for all 6 classes.

If you have any questions, please contact Francie Kelley at celiac@childrens.harvard.edu.

Session 1

Gluten-free and Joy-ful – Balancing Gluten Avoidance and Living a Life

May 7, 2024 at 2:00 pm (ET)

Session 2

You've Got This! Teens Share Their Stories and Strategies

May 7, 2024 at 6:30 pm (ET)

Session 3

Culinary Medicine Workshop

May 8, 2024 at 12:00 noon (ET)

Session 4

Barriers to Access: Prescribing and Serving a Gluten Free Diet to all with Celiac Disease

May 16, 2024 at 7:30 pm (ET)

Session 5

Going the Distance: Nutritional Considerations for Athletes (and every active/busy individual) with Celiac Disease

May 24, 2024 at 12 noon (ET)

Session 6

Latest News from Digestive Disease Week

May 31, 2024 at 12 noon (ET)

Family Food Connections Monthly Cooking Class

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Boston Children’s Hospital’s Family Food Connections offers monthly cooking classes for families. The cooking classes are free and will feature budget-friendly gluten-free recipes. This is a great opportunity for the whole family to learn new cooking skills and new recipes. There is ample opportunity to ask questions and learn about the food being prepared.

Classes are held via Zoom.

Everyone who registers will receive a link to the recording after the class.

 

Family Food Connections Monthly Cooking Class

Francie KelleyLeave a Comment

Boston Children’s Hospital’s Family Food Connections offers monthly cooking classes for families. The cooking classes are free and will feature budget-friendly gluten-free recipes. This is a great opportunity for the whole family to learn new cooking skills and new recipes. There is ample opportunity to ask questions and learn about the food being prepared.

Classes are held via Zoom.

Everyone who registers will receive a link to the recording after the class.