About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! Cool off on a warm afternoon at this newer Sandston park, home to a spray park with playful 'mist mounds,' two nature-themed playgrounds, and a big open event lawn. Good to know — Parking: on-site lot. Restrooms: on site. Tip: the spray park runs until 7pm — bring suits, water shoes, towels and dry clothes. Roll in whenever works, with no pressure to stay the whole time.

Bring your family out to create some summer memories...those who attend as a family unit will receive free admission for the evening.

Public Comment Public comment will be accepted during School Board business meetings. Citizens requesting to speak before the Board will be given the opportunity to comment in person at the appropriate time. Those who wish to speak in person at the board meeting should notify the School Board clerk (by 2 p.m. on the day of a board meeting) either: - by phone at 804-348-2521, ext. 105227 - or via this form directed to the School Board Clerk: In-Person Public WATCH BOARD MEETINGS LIVE School Board business meetings and work sessions held in the County Public Meeting Room can be viewed live on Swagit and via television on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28. Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832

Want more confidence about what your kids can access online? Join us as we walk through your devices together - tightening security settings, reviewing privacy controls, and making sure parental controls are set up in a way that actually works for your family. Hosted by The Cyber Cave and made possible by The Balance Project Scotch Plains-Fanwood Chapter and the Fanwood Memorial Library. Registration is required through the Fanwood Memorial Library website. Please use the link below to reserve your spot. Space is limited.

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! A shaded, inclusive playground morning at the accessible 'Playground for Katie and Friends,' designed for kids of all abilities, with adaptive equipment, ramps, sandboxes and swings set among trees. Good to know — Parking: right at the playground entrance. Restrooms: in the building next to the play area. Tip: the shade makes this a comfortable morning pick, and it's a welcoming spot for mixed-ability groups. Come when you can and stay as long as you like.

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! An evening of rock-hopping and river views on Belle Isle, an island in the middle of the James reached by a footbridge under the Lee Bridge. Kids love exploring the trails, big flat rocks and shallow pools as the day cools off. Good to know — Parking: free lot at Tredegar or along 5th Street. Restrooms: a porta-potty on the island. Tip: it's a footbridge walk to reach the island, so a baby carrier beats a stroller — and the river has currents and no lifeguards, so keep little ones close. Come when you can and stay as long as you're enjoying it.

Kids beginner hand sewing classes. Learn to sew and make wearables. Class fee is $55. Email to Register: TheSewingStudioNJ@gmail.com Please see additional dates on flyer.... July 21st, July 30th, Aug 14th and Aug 22nd.

Join us for a hands-on afternoon at the creek! This is a chance for kids and families to slow down, get their feet wet, and discover what's living right in our backyard. We'll wade in together and see what we can find: tadpoles, small fish, and other creek critters. What to bring: - Sneakers you don't mind getting wet/muddy - Change of clothes/shoes for after - Towel

Kids Color Run Fundraiser for local Cancer Support Causes sponsored by the Pink & Teal Warriors coalition. $5 Entry Fee; wear light/white colored clothing for best color effects! (expect slight staining) Running heats will be released based by age. Recommended kid ages 2+. Zeidler Park - Rockwell, Iowa Registration opens at 12:30 pm. CASH ONLY*

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! Playgrounds plus a marsh boardwalk. Point of Rocks has playgrounds for big kids and toddlers, a cool boardwalk over the tidal marsh, and easy trails with views of the Appomattox River. Good to know — Parking: ample on-site lot. Restrooms: on site. Tip: walk the boardwalk to spot birds and turtles after some playground time. Come when you can and stay as long as you'd like.

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! A free farm-and-playground morning. Crump Park has a wonderful playground — a huge toddler area with mini houses, a fire truck and a train, plus big-kid equipment — and a 19th-century working farm with animals to visit. Good to know — Parking: enter from Mountain Road; the first two lots are closest to the playground. Restrooms: at the playground and museum. Tip: do the playground first, then wander over to the farm. Pop in late if you need to and stay as long as the kids are happy.

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! Our back-to-school celebration! Byrd Park has three lakes, a children's playground, a flat one-mile loop, and seasonal pedal boats on Boat Lake — a festive spot to close out our screen-free summer together. Good to know — Parking: ample near the park entrances. Restrooms: public restrooms in the park. Tip: bring a picnic blanket and let's celebrate a wonderful summer. Come when you can and stay as long as you'd like.

Kids beginner hand sewing classes. Learn to sew and make wearables. Class fee is $55. Email to Register: TheSewingStudioNJ@gmail.com Please see additional dates on flyer.... July 21st, July 30th, Aug 14th and Aug 22nd.

Change happens when families show up and speak up. On August 27 at 9:00 AM, the Virginia Board of Education meets in Richmond — and this is our chance to put healthy screen-time boundaries on the record at the state level. Here's why this moment matters: The Virginia Senate is asking the Board of Education to develop a model technology-use policy for schools across the Commonwealth to adopt. That policy hasn't been drafted yet — which means right now, before the pen hits the paper, is when our voices carry the most weight. This is our chance to help shape what goes into it. Every voice counts. Public comment is one of the most powerful tools we have. When board members hear directly from parents, teachers, and community members about what our kids need, it moves the conversation from advocacy to action. We want a strong, respectful turnout of voices supporting balanced technology in Virginia's schools. Join us — and consider signing up to speak. You don't need to be a policy expert. A few honest sentences about your child, your classroom, or what you've seen screens do to focus and connection is exactly what board members need to hear. Speakers are given up to three minutes, and comments may address any matter related to public education in Virginia, including the actions of the Board. How to sign up to speak: Complete the Board of Education Public Comment Sign-Up Form (https://forms.office.com/g/vwL5cfsudr), including the subject you'll discuss and your name. Submit your request no later than 5:00 PM the day before the meeting (by 5:00 PM on August 26). Same-day requests may be honored at the discretion of the Board President. Plan for a focused, three-minute message. Can't attend in person? You can still be heard. Submit written comments any time through the Board of Education Comment Form (https://forms.office.com/g/ksfTdq2NKq). Written comments are collected and shared with Board members as part of the materials for the next scheduled business meeting. New to public comment? A few tips: - Keep it to one clear point and a specific ask. - Lead with your connection to Virginia — a parent, teacher, or resident. - Speak to what kids gain from balance, not just what screens take away. - Bring a written copy; nerves are normal and having notes helps. Can't speak? Come anyway. A full room is its own message. Doors open at 8:30 AM — bring a neighbor and help us show the Board that this community is paying attention. Questions? Contact Board staff at boe@doe.virginia.gov. Let's make sure our kids' voices are heard where it counts. 📅 August 27, 2026 · 9:00 AM EDT (doors open 8:30 AM) 📍 Lipman Auditorium, Massey Library Technology Center · Reynolds Community College, 1651 E Parham Rd, Richmond, VA 23228 ✋ Want to speak? Sign up by 5:00 PM on August 26 — https://forms.office.com/g/vwL5cfsudr

Henrico families, this one is local. On Thursday, August 27 at 6:30 p.m., the Henrico County School Board meets at the New Bridge Learning Center — and public comment is our chance to ask the division to be intentional about how much of the school day our kids spend on school-issued devices. We're not here to fight our schools. We're here to support our teachers and work with the division toward a simple goal: technology used when it genuinely helps kids learn, and set aside when it doesn't. Less screen time, more real childhood — more reading, hands-on learning, and face-to-face connection. You don't need to be an expert. A few honest sentences about your own child — what you've seen screens do to their focus, sleep, or connection — is exactly what board members need to hear. Each speaker gets up to three minutes. How to be heard: Speak in person (3 min): Sign up by 4:30 p.m. on Aug 27 at henricoschools.us/school-board ("Connecting with the Board"), or call the Clerk at (804) 652-3837. Written comment: Submit by 12:00 p.m. on Aug 27 at the same "Connecting with the Board" page. Can't speak? Come anyway — a full room is its own message. Seats fill early. 📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026 · 6:30 p.m. 📍 New Bridge Learning Center Auditorium, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA 23223 ✋ Sign up to speak by 4:30 p.m. · ✍️ Written comments by 12:00 p.m. Less screen time. More childhood.

Casual conversation about topics related to tech and childhood - e.g., back to school, AI, smartphones. Intended for parents/caregivers in Arlington but welcome to others locally.

Join us for a community service event featuring multiple ways to make a difference! Support the library through a bake sale, sew stuffed animals for children in foster care with We Are Loved, create uplifting handmade cards for hospitalized children through Cards for Hospitalized Kids, and make encouraging friendship bracelets to welcome new Rumson students as they begin the school year. The purpose of this event is to make it easy for everyone to get involved in meaningful, hands-on service that positively impacts our community.

Kind of like a block party...but at the park! Join us to celebrate the end of the summer and back-to-school. Bring your blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner. This is a great chance for kids to reconnect with friends before heading back to school. Mr. Softee will stopping by around 6pm! The Balance Project focuses on bringing balance back to childhood - more outdoor play, more independence, less time in the digital world. Learn more about The Balance Project at the park party...or just come to hang!

As parents, it can be challenging to navigate the many decisions surrounding youth sports. Join us for an informative panel discussion featuring experts in youth athletics, including a sports psychologist, former dual Division I athlete, physical therapist, veteran youth soccer coach with 20+ years of experience, and The Balance Project founder, Holly Moscatiello. Together, they'll share evidence-based insights and practical guidance to help parents make informed decisions that support their children's long-term well-being and athletic development. Our goal is for every parent to leave feeling more informed, empowered, and confident in navigating the youth sports journey.

Kids lead their own play: adults supervise but don't organize activities or resolve conflicts Builds resilience, collaboration, and problem-solving skills through real experience Prepares kids to grow into confident, empowered adults Bonus: grown-ups get social time too

This event is FREE and open to the public! Donations appreciated.