Autumn offers great opportunities for New Jersey’s
gluten-free community to sample and socialize with multiple food expositions happening in the region. Education and information are
provided, along with the introductions of new food products. Mark your
calendars!
Saturday, Sept. 9:
Empowering Our Gluten Free Kids: Managing the Social Challenges of Growing Up
gluten-Free, 10 am-12 pm, at Hackensack University Medical Center at
Pascack Valley (250 Old Hook Rd.) in Westwood. Hosted by Generation GF NorthernNew Jersey, a Gluten Intolerance Group program for children and their families,
the event offers fun activities for kids, as well as opportunities for children
to discuss their feelings about the gluten-free lifestyle. A licensed clinical
social worker will lead the discussion, and food samples will be available. Email
GenerationGF.NorthernNJ@gluten.org
to register.
Sunday, Sept. 10: SouthJersey Celiacs, Chapter 9 of the National Celiac Association, Meeting, 2
pm, at Virtua Memorial Health Center (401 Young Ave.) in Moorestown. The support
group meets monthly in Conference rooms 155A and 155B, and welcomes new members.
This month kicks of a new year for the chapter and officers will collect annual
dues.
Saturday, Sept. 16: Gluten Free Festival, 11 am-3 pm, at ShopRite of Medford
(208 Route 70 East) in Medford. In honor of Celiac Awareness Day, ShopRite
offers a free tasting event that showcases various gluten-free items available
in the store. Retail dieticians on staff will be available for consultation.
