Tuesday, April 19, 2011

The Great Cloth Diaper Change is Saturday

Love cloth diapers?  Interested in making the Guinness Book of World Records?  Well you're in luck.  Our good friend Mary Jo, owner of Baby Bongos has done a fantastic job arranging a gathering of youngsters and parents to participate in the Great Cloth Diaper Change 2011.  This is sure to be a lot of fun and there's a gift bag for participants who attend.  Wisteria has made arrangements to be there and have included a small party favor in the "goodie bag."  For more information visit the link below.


Event Host:                      BabyBongos.com

Location Host:                Rolly Pollies, East Amherst Location

Date:                               April 23, 2011 / Earth Day Weekend

Time:                               11am-1:15pm


Drum Roll Please!

The Winner of the Amazing Handworks Basket is
Beth

Contact us at info@wisteriacharterschool.org to claim your prize.

Thank you to everyone who participated.

Monday, April 11, 2011

Win This Amazing Handworks Basket!

You could be the winner of this sumptuous Handworks Knitting Basket simply become a "Follower" on the Wisteria Wind Blog by clicking the "Follow" link to the right of the screen.  Anyone registered as a "Public Follower" will be entered into the drawing.  The winner will be announced on the Wisteria Wind Blog and arrangements will be made (with the winner) for prize pick up. 

Must become a "Follower" by 5PM, Monday April 18, 2011 

Prize Includes:

Luxury Knitting Book
Quality Bamboo Needles
Natural Yarn Skeins in Soft Muted Colors
Lovely Lace Embellishing Trim
Sturdy Storage Basket

Friday, April 8, 2011

Gateways Conference 2011 at the Toronto Waldorf School

The Founding Team hopes to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to learn more about Waldorf educational methods so we are pleased to promote the 17th Annual Gateways Conference, held at the Toronto Waldorf School, featuring:
Love`s other name: Discipline

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to join the skilled team of instructors at Wisteria Charter School in gaining valuable training in Waldorf methods prior to the start of the 2012 school year.

Conference Fee (includes lunch)
$110 by April 2; $125 after April 2
$180 per couple by April 2; $200 after April 2
Note: Couple = same household

Pre-Conference Contact
Dianne Goldsmith
(905) 881-6137 ext.751


The training sessions are reasonably priced and are only a hop, skip and jump away!  Visit the link below for more details.

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Meet Louis Zanghi

Question:  What do the annual Nickel City Chef competition and Wisteria Charter School have in common?
Answer:  Chef Louis Zanghi

That's right, executive chef Louis Zanghi  of The Delaware Restaurant has joined the Wisteria Charter School team.  In addition to working at The Delware, Chef Zanghi will be preparing a menu sure to be a feast for the senses as he incorporates homegrown organic ingredients into meals the students are sure to enjoy.  If you would like to see Chef Zanghi in action then check out the Nickel City Chef competition live! 
 
Sunday, April 10th
Nickel City Chef Adam Goetz of Sample
vs
Challenging Chef Louis Zanghi of The Delaware
Featuring judges Alan Bedenko, Chef Steven Gedra & Regina Schrambling
NickelCityChef.com

Monday, April 4, 2011

On the Fast Track to the Finish Line

Just in case you hadn't already heard, Wisteria Charter School submitted a Full Application to NYSED where it will be under review during the month of April.  It's a lengthy document with a great deal of detail, so we're all hopping with joy knowing that the school is one step (or bunny hop) away from the finish line. Wanna help the Wisteria Charter School Initiative?  Here are a couple of quick and easy ways that you can join the Wisteria movement: