Events

Preschool Yoga & Wellness with Katy  NC Historical Society - Outside (inside if necessary) Join former elementary school teacher, mother, global educational activist and wellness educator, Katy Ghadiyali, for a fun, 45 minute session of yoga to kickoff the school year! Register Here

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness month, we have  partnered with the Town of New Canaan, New Canaan Abuse Prevention Partnership, and Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC). Our presenters will introduce a number of different intervention strategies for bystanders.  Participants will then have the opportunity to practice these strategies using scenarios addressing situations involving domestic […]

In partnership with the New Canaan Library October 6th, 13th, 20th @ 4:30pm Children's Program Room at the Library This 3-session, hands-on workshop to empower children in grades 3 to 5 to stand up for themselves and others. Join us for storytelling, games, and more. Develop practical skills to use when confronted with difficult situations, […]

Dr. Lauren Pote, PhD via Zoom Leave feeling empowered understanding: How children interact at different ages and how healthy relationships develop Ways to foster independence in you child while navigating friendships How to talk to your children about the "typical" challenges they may encounter How/when can parents get involved Register Here

Dr. Michelle Albright, PhD NCHS PFA Meeting via Zoom Reflecting, Revising, and Reviving As we sprint out of the gate, how do we keep the important family time  & lessons we've learned intact? Family paths may have taken different twists and turns but remembering how we got there, is what matters. Set the pace for […]

In partnership with the New Canaan Library October 6th, 13th, 20th @ 4:30pm Children's Program Room at the Library This 3-session, hands-on workshop to empower children in grades 3 to 5 to stand up for themselves and others. Join us for storytelling, games, and more. Develop practical skills to use when confronted with difficult situations, […]

In partnership with the New Canaan Library October 6th, 13th, 20th @ 4:30pm Children's Program Room at the Library This 3-session, hands-on workshop to empower children in grades 3 to 5 to stand up for themselves and others. Join us for storytelling, games, and more. Develop practical skills to use when confronted with difficult situations, […]

Dr. Whitney Roban, Clinical Psychologist & renowned sleep expert Families with children Pre-K to Grade 4 October 21st @ 9:30 AM via Zoom The sleep topics covered will include: Why sleep is so important How much sleep do we need What happens to our bodies while we sleep Habits for healthy sleep Healthy sleep routines […]

via Zoom  Why are students in affluent communities considered at risk, and what role does adult self-care play in all of this? Join CARES for a conversation with Dr. Suniya Luthar. She addresses why the rates of depression, anxiety and rule-breaking in high-performing communities are higher than the national average and provides us with tools […]

Dr. Chris Bogart, PhD, Sasco River Center Parent/Caregiver Program New Canaan Historical Society Mental Health is just as important as physical health. Join us to examine: How to build the psychological immune system What is the functionality of anxiety? How do we eradicate the protective coating of anxiety?  When do we, as parents, need to […]