PLEASE BE SURE TO RSVP AT THIS LINK: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/interactive-photography-central-library-info-20260131-1200pm Join us for an interactive photography workshop led by filmmaker and artist Jamie Courville. Tweens will learn how to take portrait photos, with a focus on individuality and personality. All participants will leave with an instant film photo to keep. Recommended for ages 8 to 12. Please register as supplies are limited.

With today’s advanced technology always changing it is vital that parents are aware of potential dangers their families can face. In this presentation, parents/guardians will be informed about: Social Media Apps Picture Sharing Concerns Cyberbullying Gaming Safety Impact Of A Digital Tattoo Other tips to help parents protect their families.

Learn how to get involved and advocate for phone-free and distraction-free school legislation in your state.

Join us for the *rescheduled* edition of our CCC unstructured play dates + coffee chats! (January playdate is cancelled due to the oncoming snow storm and arctic vortex, stay warm!) We will be gathering at Sunset Park Playground -- in addition to the playground, there is a good size field so feel free to bring balls, frisbees, etc.! And picnic tables for any kiddos who may want to play card games together. We'll have some coffee on hand for the adults! We are also exploring a winter indoor option at Croton Library, in which case we'll bring games, legos, and other activities for the kiddos to come together and play.

Come grab ideas and resources to further your mission in your community. We will be sharing successes and challenges, and offering suggestions to get the ball rolling and keep it going. Looking forward to seeing you!

On the agenda: -Student voice! After we hear from some of our students, kids will break off for a facilitated, student-led meeting of their own! -Wait Until 8th -Girl Scouts partnership -Balance Boxes -Resources And more...

Join us for an opportunity to watch the film together and engage in a thoughtful conversation about the impact of technology and social media on children, families, and schools.

Learn how to get involved and advocate for phone-free and distraction-free school legislation in your state.

Our goal is to have at least 2 CCC members present at the start of each relevant meeting. BOE Meetings typically begin at 7:30pm but "Meet the BOE" conversation sessions occur before the meeting at 7pm with two members of the school board present to chat with. Typical meetings have two chances for members of the public to speak. Speaking is limited to three minutes.

Get ready to chow down at the Ed Tech buffet with Jared Cooney Horvath’s new book The Digital Delusion. In it, Horvath unpacks the myth of classroom technology as progress and lays out the roadmap to reclaim real learning. Meetings will be held every other Friday (starting on January 16th) at 10am PST (1pm EST). Meetings will be led by OR Unplugged's Kathy, Jody, and Megan in addition to our friends from VT Coalition, Laura Derrendinger, and DMV Unplugged’s Keena McAvoy. In this meeting: Chapters 8-9.

100 high school students face off in a team challenge (5 people to a team) to see who is mentally strong enough to keep their most distracting apps blocked. The BLOK device only currently works with Apple iPhones. Sign up here to start THE BALANCE CHALLENGE (Blok devices will be provided to participants). Students must sign up before February 10 in order to participate in the Challenge. The Challenge is based on a points system. For every "BLOK" of time that team members (and total team) block their most distracting apps, they will earn points. Team members will also be asked to keep short journal entries throughout the Challenge (Points Awarded for journal entries). Teams will also earn points for attending In REAL LIFE activities that will be offered for free or at a discount!

Hello all! Our very first in-person event will be a park playdate. We’ll be meeting on Friday, February 20, at the Millbrook Exchange Playground from 4:00–7:00 PM. Feel free to join us for the whole time or simply stop by to say hello. Whatever works best for you. If the weather doesn’t cooperate (rain or cold), we’ll move indoors to the play area at the Millbrook Exchange Community Center. I hope to meet you in person soon and continue growing this wonderful community together. See you soon, Yana

Do you feel alone and overwhelmed trying to navigate parenting in a screen-saturated world? Do you wish you could give your kid some of the best parts of our own childhood but feel like it’s an uphill battle? Do you want to be a part of a community striving to equip and encourage their kids (and themselves) to build healthy relationships with technology and even healthier real life relationships? You’re not alone. Connect with us as we launch the Shrewsbury chapter of The Balance Project on Monday February 2nd at 7pm in the Multi-purpose room at Shrewsbury Boro School. Join us for a judgement-free discussion as we gather together and learn from Balance Project leaders and share our own concerns and consider our goals. There’s a place for everyone in this community: it’s never too early to prepare and it’s never too late to make adjustments. We hope you join us as we navigate this together. Join the online chapter and RSVP to our launch event today.

An open-minded and educational discussion aimed to aide parents in raising free-range, confident & technologically responsible kids.

An open-minded and educational discussion aimed to aide parents in raising free-range, confident & technologically responsible kids.

Let's get together, catch up, chat life/tech balance, welcome new faces into the crew and align on priorities for the year!

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

Get ready to chow down at the Ed Tech buffet with Jared Cooney Horvath’s new book The Digital Delusion. In it, Horvath unpacks the myth of classroom technology as progress and lays out the roadmap to reclaim real learning. Meetings will be held every other Friday (starting on January 16th) at 10am PST (1pm EST). Meetings will be led by OR Unplugged's Kathy, Jody, and Megan in addition to our friends from VT Coalition, Laura Derrendinger, and DMV Unplugged’s Keena McAvoy. In this meeting: Chapter 10 and where do we go from here...

Tentative SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 5:00 PM Doors Open for Dinner/Drinks 6:00 PM Film Screening Begins (75 minutes) 7:30 PM Expert Panel Discussion (60 minutes) More details Coming Soon! Film Disclaimer: Content addresses sensitive topics related to youth mental health and social media addiction. Viewer discretion is advised. Film Preview linked below.

Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) is a neuroscientist, educator, and best-selling author who specializes in human learning and brain development. He is the creator of The Learning Blueprint, an international award-winning program helping educators and students understand how learning actually works. Jared has conducted research and taught at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, and the University of Melbourne, and has worked with more than 1,000 schools around the world. He is the author of six books, has published over fifty research articles, and his work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, Harvard Business Review, and PBS’s NOVA. He currently serves as Director of LME Global, an organization dedicated to bringing cutting-edge brain and behavioral science to educators, students, and communities. On this live webinar, Dr. Horvath and The Balance Project will explore how technology supports learning, when it distracts, and how we can make more evidence-based choices in modern education. Whether you’re an educator, parent, student, or simply curious about the future of learning, this conversation offers a timely opportunity to rethink the role of technology and reclaim balance in the learning process.

In a world where digital culture is constantly broadcasting its own messages about what matters—beauty, popularity, speed, perfection—parents have an urgent opportunity to instill values that truly guide and sustain our children. Values-based parenting is about being intentional: getting clear on what matters most to you, living those values out loud, and teaching them to your children. When kids are grounded in authentic, human-centered values, they are more likely to make healthy choices online and off. This approach isn’t about shielding children from every harmful influence; it’s about equipping them with an inner compass. When kids encounter online peer pressure, insecurity, or toxic content, they can fall back on what they’ve learned at home and what matters most to your family. Join Concord Dr. Rachel Kramer for a parent workshop about values-based parenting. This will truly be an interactive session. This event is sponsored by Turning Life On, ThinkGive, Concord Carlisle Adult and Community Education, Concord Ed Fund, Emerson Health, The Fenn School, the PTGS at CMS, Alcott, Thoreau, Willard and Carlisle Public Schools, and the CCHS PA. This event is free, but registration is required.

Budget Work Session Our goal is to have at least 2 CCC members present at the start of each relevant meeting. BOE Meetings typically begin at 7:30pm but "Meet the BOE" conversation sessions occur before the meeting at 7pm with two members of the school board present to chat with. Typical meetings have two chances for members of the public to speak. Speaking is limited to three minutes.

Come grab ideas and resources to further your mission in your community. We will be sharing successes and challenges, and offering suggestions to get the ball rolling and keep it going. Looking forward to seeing you!

JOIN US For Part 2 of the 'Let's Talk' Series. This will be a LIVE PANEL discussion around The Power of Mattering, based on Jennifer Breheny Wallace's new book "Mattering". Join Suzanne Keller, MSW, LSW Supervisor, SOURCE & Inspire Academy as she moderates a panel about Nurturing Resilient Children in a High Pressure World. She will be joined by Holly Moscatiello, Founder of the Balance Project, Chuck Jones, Educational Consultant, MaryBeth Joyce, AP English Teacher, Jacqueline Allen, LPC, Brighter Living, LLC and Angela Teeple, Founder of All in Development Coaching.

Our goal is to have at least 2 CCC members present at the start of each relevant meeting. BOE Meetings typically begin at 7:30pm but "Meet the BOE" conversation sessions occur before the meeting at 7pm with two members of the school board present to chat with. Typical meetings have two chances for members of the public to speak. Speaking is limited to three minutes.

This is just a placeholder event; final date/time/location TBD

Join us for our Community Interest Call. Learn how to start Balance Project in your community. Meet some of The Balance Project Steering Committee and hear about how it all got started. We'll provide an overview of our approach, how we can help and answer your questions. Feel free to pass along to others interested with the link. Can't wait to see you!

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

Let's connect...IN PERSON!! Come for coffee, stay for conversation. We will share successes and struggles and everything in between. Some topics include: - how to work with your local social worker? - how can we work together to secure funds to pay for speakers (ie - kickstarter)? ....and anything else you want to talk about!

This is a placeholder event. Final time/location/etc. TBD.

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

Come grab ideas and resources to further your mission in your community. We will be sharing successes and challenges, and offering suggestions to get the ball rolling and keep it going. Looking forward to seeing you!

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

Budget Public Hearing Our goal is to have at least 2 CCC members present at the start of each relevant meeting. BOE Meetings typically begin at 7:30pm but "Meet the BOE" conversation sessions occur before the meeting at 7pm with two members of the school board present to chat with. Typical meetings have two chances for members of the public to speak. Speaking is limited to three minutes.

Come grab ideas and resources to further your mission in your community. We will be sharing successes and challenges, and offering suggestions to get the ball rolling and keep it going. Looking forward to seeing you!

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

Come grab ideas and resources to further your mission in your community. We will be sharing successes and challenges, and offering suggestions to get the ball rolling and keep it going. Looking forward to seeing you!

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion

The Balance Exchange is our monthly gathering where the entire team comes together to reconnect, realign, and recharge around our mission. Each session is an open forum for sharing progress, exchanging ideas, and spotlighting the work happening across The Balance Project. We use this time to: - Review key initiatives and milestones - Highlight stories from families, schools, and communities - Surface challenges and crowdsource solutions - Celebrate wins and strengthen team cohesion