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CELIAC DINING DATE
Here is a wonderful opportunity for dining out and socializing.  A chance to
eat out without the questionable looks when you say, "I have Celiac and I
need a gluten free meal."  On Saturday the 12th of April, at 11:00 a.m.  We
have arranged for our group to be served at Red Robin in the Super Target
parking lot on Powers Blvd. An exhaustive amount of time has been spent
coordinating with the management team.  We have scrutinized the menu and are
verifying all GF products available.  We have discussed their preparation and
serving style to reduce or eliminate any potential cross contamination.  As
with any dining experience in a public venue there is no way to fully
guarantee that gluten exposure may not occur.  Understand, we have made all
possible attempts to ensure safe dining.  This is an eat at your own risk
event.  The general manager has assured us that everything possible will be
taken to provide the most pleasurable dining experience.  Due to seating
arrangements YOU MUST RSVP the last name and number of your party attending
to Laura at 266-0228 by Thursday, April 10, 2003.  Can't wait to see you
there.

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Future Meetings:
Date:       Saturday, May 10
Time:       1:00 p.m.
Guest Speaker: Captain John Himberger, FNP
Topic:      Medical Considerations of Celiac Disease

Even if you attend Celiac support group meetings irregularly, you won't want
to miss this one!  Air Force Capt. John Himberger, military
nurse-practitioner, along with his wife Laura (also a nurse and our new
chairman) will present a power-point program on Celiac disease.  Newly
diagnosed Celiacs in particular are strongly encouraged to attend this Celiac
"primer".  And because Capt. Himberger includes updates on the latest
national and international research, even seasoned gluten-free "veterans" are
sure to glean important new knowledge.

Capt. Himberger will present an overview of Celiac disease, including  the
mechanics of the disease, the gluten-free diet itself, associated risks of
further medical problems, and why adherence to a gluten-free diet is of
critical importance.  There will be a question and answer period after the
presentation.  So mark your calendars now for Saturday, May 10th, 1 PM in
Dining Room 3 of the Memorial Hospital cafeteria.

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Date:       Saturday, June 14
Time:       1:00 p.m.
Topic:      Vacation & Travel Ideas with Open Discussion

Location:   Memorial Hospital
Cafeteria Dining Room # 3
        1400 East Boulder
        Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Refreshments: Variety available as brought by volunteers.

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