MEDIA RELEASE: May 27, 2008

CONTACT: Grandkidsandme

Don Schmitz, Founder & Director
1764 Hampshire Ave. St. Paul, MN 55116
Office 1:   651 695 1988
Office 2:   952-854-6040
Fax:         651 699 5966
Don@grandkidsandme.org

SUBJECT:   Generations in Motion™ - Summer Fitness & Fun for Grandparents & Grandkids!

Grandkidsandme, a non-profit organization dedicated to building strong families through intergenerational relationships, is pleased to announce its 2008 summer program:  Generations in Motion™ (GIM).  Designed to help grandparents and grandkids build and enhance their relationships, GIM also promotes physical fitness and will raise money for the Grandkidsandme Foundation.

We believe no one is too old, too busy, or too out of shape to enjoy a little fresh air and exercise with their grandchild--even if it means Susie is pushing grandpa’s wheelchair around the block!

So, beginning on June 1 and culminating in a Grand Family Fun Day on September 13, teams of grandparents and grandchildren will team up in order to walk, ride, swim, skate, golf, or do any type of physical activity they decide on.  After registering, the “team” will set a time or distance goal for their activity, determine when they will perform their activity, and then secure sponsors who will support them with a financial pledge.

The money raised will:  1) Defray the costs of participation in “Grandparent Camp" for grandparents and grandchildren who would otherwise be unable to attend, 2) Support Educational Outreach activities which support and build intergenerational relationships; and 3) Support the 2009 Minnesota Grandparent Awards Program.

A number of non-profit organizations and community businesses are supporting Generations in Motion™ as sponsors, including Prevent Child Abuse Minnesota, who is co-sponsoring Grand Family Fun Day, September 13 at St. Paul’s Midway Stadium.  On that day, we’ll celebrate with bouncing houses, face painting, sports clinic, kid's dash, classic car show, tailgating, food and entertainment.

To sign up, or for more information, go to www.grandkidsandme.com or call 651-695-1988.

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MEDIA RELEASE: May 27, 2008

CONTACT: Grandkidsandme

Don Schmitz, Founder & Director
1764 Hampshire Ave. St. Paul, MN 55116
Office 1:   651 695 1988
Office 2:   952-854-6040
Fax:         651 699 5966
Don@grandkidsandme.org

GENERATIONS IN MOTION™ - Get moving with your grandkids!

How would you like to enjoy quality time with your grandchildren and get in shape all at the same time?

You can do it this summer as part of Generations in Motion™, a benefit for the nonprofit, The Grandkidsandme Foundation whose mission is to build strong families through intergenerational relationships.

Throughout the summer of 2008, teams of grandparents and grandchildren will be walking, riding bikes, swimming, skating, golfing, and “just moving together” in order to have fun, boost physical fitness, and raise money for the Grandkidsandme Foundation. Set your own schedule with your grandchild.

For $20 you can register and get into motion with your grandchildren!  Our fun will culminate in a Grand Family Fun Day on September 13. 

To sign up, or for more information, go to www.grandkidsandme.com or call 651-695-1988.

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MEDIA RELEASE: September 20, 2004

CONTACT: Grandkidsandme, Don Schmitz
1764 Hampshire Ave. St. Paul, MN 55116
St. Paul 651 695 1988
Cell 651 270 4511
Colorado Springs 719-593-1388
Fax 651 699 5966
Book@grandkidsandme.com


SUBJECT: The New Face of Grandparenting...Why Parents Need Their Own Parents, (Grandkidsandme, 09741710-0-x)

In the September issue of the San Diego Family Magazine, Sharon Taylor-Huppert writes, "Schmitz’s well researched book is right on target when he asserts that today’s families are overwhelmed and out of touch with each other."

In a personal note to Don, she wrote, "I love your book and refer to it a lot. Also, I've recommended it to  many friends. Every so often a really good one comes along; it's like hitting the jackpot! Nice work and best of luck!"
Sharon is an award-winning writer, book reviewer and mother of two.

Most recently, The New Face of Grandparenting has received very positive reviews from Bob Drago, professor of Work Family Relationships at Penn State University and Lizette Collado from El Hispano News.

The New Face of Grandparenting supports and identifies the changing role of grandparents and why parents need help in our unstable demanding culture. Don advocates the value in parents turning to the larger community for help as mentors for their children.

Each chapter offers infant wisdoms and real life family stories, as well as practical ideas and suggestions for parents and grandparents to foster relationships. The New Face introduces vocabulary that describes the change in our society: Salad Bowl, the 4 L's of Relationships and Grand Relations.

Don is a well-known writer and speaker on family and Grandparenting. He is the founder of Grandkidsandme®, The Grandkidsandme Foundation, Grandkidsandme Camps and Grandkid Days®. The recipient of numerous awards in teaching and business, Don holds graduate degrees in Education, Administration and Human Development. Don is the father to three sons and grandfather to four granddaughters.

THE NEW FACE OF GRANDPARENTING…Why Parents Need Their Own Parents is available in bookstores and at www.grandkidsandme.com or by calling 651 695 1988. The New Face is distributed by the Independent Publishers Group.

THE NEW FACE OF GRANDPARENTING…Why Parents Need Their Own Parents, Don Schmitz, 192 pages, 13 illustrations, ISBN # 0-9741710-0-X, $14.95. Published by Grandkidsandme, 1764 Hampshire Ave., St. Paul, MN 55116 www.grandkidsandme.com
 

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MEDIA RELEASE: September 24, 2004

MEDIA RELEASE CONTACT: Grandkidsandme, Don Schmitz
1764 Hampshire Ave. St. Paul, MN 55116
St. Paul 651 695 1988
Cell 651 270 4511
Colorado Springs 719-593-1388
Fax 651 699 5966
Book@grandkidsandme.com


Subject: Book Tour in Colorado Springs and Denver, CO

Don Schmitz, a well known speaker and author of The New Face of Grandparenting…Why Parents Need Their Own Parents will be on tour in the Colorado Springs/Denver area from October 1-October 9th. He is available for radio, television interviews, press, book stores and speaking. Don makes his home in St. Paul, MN.

Don will be conducting a workshop entitled “Building Relationships within the Family” on October 5th from 12-1:00 PM at the Woodmen Valley Chapel, 290 E. Woodman Rd, Colorado Springs, CO. For more information you can contact Kirkie at 719 635 4648.

Don will also be presenting in Frisco Colorado at the Frisco Community and Senior Center on October 8th from 6:30-7:30 PM. This is free and open to the public. For more information contact John Karras at Jskarras007@cs.com.

Families are challenged. Where can parents turn for support? The growing population of boomer grandparents will change grandparenting, as we know it. Don Schmitz's fresh look at family relationships reveals that no parent should attempt to go it alone. Parents' need their parents and the larger community.

The New Face of Grandparenting supports and identifies the changing role of grandparents and why parents need help in our unstable demanding culture. Don advocates the value in parents turning to the larger community for help as mentors for their children.

Each chapter offers infant wisdoms and real life family stories, as well as practical ideas and suggestions for parents and grandparents to foster relationships. The New Face introduces vocabulary that describes the change in our society: Salad Bowl, the 4 L's of Relationships and Grand Relations.

Don is a well-known writer and speaker on family and Grandparenting. He is the founder of Grandkidsandme®, The Grandkidsandme Foundation, Grandkidsandme Camps and Grandkid Days®. The recipient of numerous awards in teaching and business, Don holds graduate degrees in Education, Administration and Human Development. Don is the father to three sons and grandfather to four granddaughters.

THE NEW FACE OF GRANDPARENTING…Why Parents Need Their Own Parents is available in bookstores and at www.grandkidsandme.com or by calling 651 695 1988. The New Face is distributed by the Independent Publishers Group.

THE NEW FACE OF GRANDPARENTING…Why Parents Need Their Own Parents, Don Schmitz, 192 pages, 13 illustrations, ISBN # 0-9741710-0-X, $14.95. Published by Grandkidsandme, 1764 Hampshire Ave., St. Paul, MN 55116 www.grandkidsandme.com
 

MEDIA RELEASE: September 1, 2004

SUBJECT: The New Face of Grandparenting...Why Parents Need Their Own Parents,(Grandkidsandme, 09741710-0-x)

Don Schmitz book, The New Face of Grandparenting was featured in August in the El Hispano News in Albuquerque, NM. Lizette Collado writes, "Here there is help for parents, grandparents and great grandparents. This book keeps us together for the well being of the family." 
El Hispano News, Lizette Collado, Albuequerque, NM. 

This book is available and featured on page 28 IPG fall, 2004 General Catalogue.

Don Schmitz will be a guest on the following three National Radio Stations this Friday, September 10th in honor of Grandparent Day.
 -- September 10th 10:40--11:00 AM
    Pat Miles Program
    WCCO Radio
    Minneapolis, MN

 -- September 10th 11:15-11:30AM
    Tom Jerrod Program
    WHBC Radio
    Canton, OH

 -- September 10th 3:40-3:55 PM
    Melanie Deveau Program
    CKLW Radio
    Windsor Ontario, Canada

THE NEW FACE OF GRANDPARENTING…Why Parents Need Their Own Parents is available in bookstores and at www.grandkidsandme.com or by calling 651 695 1988. The New Face is distributed by the Independent Publishers Group.