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November 9, 2021 eNews
| We're always here to help you make the most of your food program. Be sure to join us for a free half-hour webinar on serving Thanksgiving meals, and mark your calendars for next week's webinar that will serve as a sneak peek for the 2022 National Child Nutrition Conference. Keep reading for more free resources that we're happy to share with you, including a motivation moment and activity page. |
Snack AttackHere are some #CACFPCreditable snacks to try out on your next grocery trip: Pumpkin muffins and apple juice Carrots and hummus Peach wedges and graham crackers Zucchini bread and milk Blueberry yogurt parfait |  |
Action NeededPlease take a moment to endorse the upcoming Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act of 2021. This important bipartisan piece of legislation supports healthy nutrition for children in child care by strengthening the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). |  |
Giving Thanks: Turkey Talk & MoreWant to know what a #CACFPCreditable meal looks like for Thanksgiving? Let's talk turkey and more! Not serving turkey? We'll cover meat alternates you can menu plan, favorite sides and whole grain-rich ideas. Join us for this FREE half-hour session and register by Tuesday, November 9 to secure your spot! Wednesday, November 10 - 8:00 pm Eastern Thursday, November 11 - 2:00 pm Eastern |  |
Calculating Cereal Sugar LimitsMake sure that the cereals you serve are #CACFPCreditable by knowing how much sugar is in them. All breakfast cereals served in the CACFP must have no more than 6 grams of sugar per dry ounce. Learn the three ways to tell if a cereal meets the sugar limit with this USDA worksheet. Download the Worksheet in English and Spanish |  |
Join us for a Sneak Peek of the 2022 National Child Nutrition ConferenceBring your questions and learn more about advance registration, additional training sessions being offered and how you can join us in New Orleans or on Zoom! Wednesday, November 17, 2021 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern |  |
CACFP Professionals SpotlightShow your commitment to the CACFP standards by earning the mark of excellence that is the CMP or CCNP certification. Join Pat Siergiey and Alan S. Mills by applying for your professional certification today.
Are you looking to showcase your knowledge and experience as a child nutrition professional? Be Like Pat and Alan: Get Your Professional Certification Today |
Download the National Child Nutrition Conference BrochureWant to know what the 2022 National Child Nutrition Conference has planned this year? Download the brochure to read about workshops, preconference training, networking opportunities and more. Register for as low as $299 with advance registration rates at cacfp.org/conference. |  |
Industry Partner SpotlightDiversified Foods is a family-owned company in Metairie, LA. Family is extremely important to Diversified Foods and all of its employees and customers. They have over 32 years of experience with production, manufacturing, inventory, shipping and accounting and continue to diversify in their products and packaging daily. Currently shelf stable milk from Diversified Foods is available in 8 oz. 1% Low Fat White, 2% Reduced Fat White, Fat Free White, Fat Free Chocolate and 32 oz. 1% Low Fat White, 2% Reduced Fat White and Fat Free Skim White. Learn More About Diversified Foods |  |
Motivation Moment#ProvidersRock #LongDaysShortYears |  |
Featured Member ResourceVeterans Day is observed this week on Thursday, November 11. If you're an NCA member, you can download, print and share our "Military Members" activity page for free. Find this resource and many more in the "Community Helpers" tab on our toolkits page. |  |
World Kindness DayHow do you practice kindness in your daily life? Download our free activity page for World Kindness Day and get six activities that encourage kind habits. |  |