CARES Spring Community Program: Chris Herren

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From NBA Dreams to a Mission of Substance Use AwarenessJoin us for a powerful evening with Chris Herren, where he is changing the conversation on substance use, focusing on the first day, not the last.
– Hear his personal journey—from the highs of professional basketball to the depths of addiction and his path to recovery.
– Learn about the risks of early substance use and gain insights into the importance of judgment-free conversations around substance use.
– Discover strategies to delay the “First Day” of substance use, and rethink how we approach the choices that shape our child’s future.
Date: March 27
Location: New Canaan Library
Time: 7 PM
This is a must-attend event for parents. New Canaan High School students, Grades 9-12, will have the opportunity to see Chris Herren present during the school day on Thursday, March 27th.In the evening, parents, community members, and students (Grades 9 and up) who do not attend New Canaan Public Schools are invited to attend.
Let’s start the conversation early and build a stronger, healthier future together!
Thank you to our Community Partners: Silver Hill Hospital, NC Rams All Sports Booster Club, New Canaan Public Schools, New Canaan Library, and St. Luke’s School

 

CARES Continues the Conversation Fall 2024

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Please join New Canaan CARES as we Continue the Conversation with two Community Discussions about

The 5 Principals of Parenting

Wednesday, October 16th, 9:30 am – New Canaan Library

Managing the Early Years

  Wednesday, October 23rd, 9:30 am – New Canaan Library

Finding Your Middle Road

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Fall Community Program:

Dr. Aliza Pressman in Conversation with Dr. Bryan Luizzi

Learn a simple, science- and experienced-backed framework to empower you to raise resilient children.

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October 9th, 7 PM

The Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium, New Canaan Library

New Canaan CARES is thrilled to partner with:

New Canaan Country School

New Canaan Library

New Canaan Public Schools

Newcomers Club of New Canaan

plus 8 New Canaan Preschools:
First Presbyterian Nursery School, Methodist Preschool of New Canaan, New Canaan Community Preschool, New Canaan Nature Center Preschool, Playland Nursery School, St. Mark’s Preschool, The Tot’s Spot, Toddlertime Nursery School
Books are currently available for sale at Elm Street Books and will be available on the evening of the program.
 To learn more about Dr. Aliza, visit: https://draliza.com  @raisinggoodhumanspodcast

Preschool Parenting: How do I help my child manage their behavior?

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May 16th, 9:30 AM

New Canaan Library Craig B. Tate Conference Room

New Canaan CARES is thrilled to partner with New Canaan Library 

featuring

Evelyn Bilias Lolis, PhD

Parents of preschoolers, join New Canaan CARES and Evelyn Bilias Lolis, PhD, as Dr. Evelyn shares actionable guidance for supporting positive behavior in young children using evidence-based positive psychological strategies.