National Pasta Day

Oodles of Noodles is a must-try recipe for National Pasta Day on October 17. Get fresh veggies and whole-wheat pasta in this quick, flavorful recipe.

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Grains Mini Book

Help kids learn more about what types of foods are grains, like pasta. This mini book from MyPlate is a wonderful early introduction to the meal pattern component and comes with pages for children to color.

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Time is Running Out for the Saturday Summit

Registration for the Saturday Summit closes on October 13. Don't miss this wonderful training opportunity. Can't make it on Saturday? Your registration fee includes on-demand viewing through October 31. Visit our website for more information.

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CACFP Professionals Spotlight

Senta Hester puts it perfectly: Why wouldn't you get your certification? Join her and Rochelle Fortune in pursuing your CMP or CCNP to demonstrate the effort you make every day within the CACFP.

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Join the #NationalCACFP community on Facebook for crafts, snacks and other clever ideas shared daily. Get a dose of what's in the news, policy changes and CACFP-specific issues. Resources, printables, partner resources and more!

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Athlete Activity Page

National Sports Day is on October 16. Download this free activity page and celebrate by asking your participants what their favorite sport is. Have them take turns acting out how to do the sport and have the rest try to follow the lead.

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Featured Member Resource

Have you ever tried making your own baby food? NCA members can download this resource for free for tips on how to make pureed food for babies, or even for participants who require soft foods.

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Registration Open for NCNC23

Last week, we opened up registration for the National Child Nutrition Conference! Get the lowest rates to join us in San Diego or virtually from April 10-14, 2023 when you register by November 30 - as low as $329 for 31 hours of continuing education. Learn more at cacfp.org/conference.

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