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.

Join our second in person meet up! Meet like minded parents & connect with actionable efforts around: Finding Tech/Life Balance Building Independence Ed Tech Accountability Navigating AI Social Media Anything else - all ideas are welcome! And a special information share from MAMA (mother's against media addiction) about how to support their important work!

The Balance Project is partnering with the Sewing Studio to offer Spring Sewing Classes for kids 6+. Join us for a beginner sewing class. Each child will make hand sewn item they can take home. Cost is $50 with 10% of proceeds to The Balance Project. Email thesewingstudionj@gmail.com to register and include the child's name and date of class.

**The best things in life are worth waiting for. We won't let winter 2026 stop us. It's really going to happen. Thanks for hanging in through multiple reschedules. We're so excited to meet with you all. We promise this will be worth it.** 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 March 9th 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. Come hear from our speakers, Tori Finnegan & Kelly Cullen of The Balance Project, Laura Fox (SBS art teacher), Carol Meyer (SBS 2nd Grade teacher), and Katie Meixsell (Psychologist). 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.

Please join us for a night of education and collaboration with our first Documentary screening and Panel discussion. We will be screening the documentary "Screened Out." After the screening, a panel of local educators and professionals will discuss modern technology, social media, their impact on mental health and more. Our Panel: Sean Foley- Psychotherapist with Tech Focus Michael Klimko- School Administrator and Educator Gretchen Lenehan- School Counselor: Cranford High School Katie Matthews- Digital Wellness and Tech Addiction Educator Kristen Riley- Clinical Psychologist and local students who will share about their own experiences with tech *There is a $10 suggested donation for this event which will help us continue to bring you similar programs in the future. Please go to: https://givebutter.com/7HUDJm to donate directly to The Balance Project HQ (On Page 2 of this donation site- Please choose "Community Focused" and put Cranford in the community blank, thank you!) OR you can donate via cash the evening of the event. *Please note: Doors open at 6:15pm. We are aiming to start the screening promptly at 6:30pm. Thank you so much!

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.

Come one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.

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.

Join us on Thursday, March 26 at 7:30 pm at the Green Growler for our next book club discussion of The Digital Delusion: How Classroom Technology Harms Our Kids’ Learning -- And How To Help Them Thrive Again by Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath.

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!

Come one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.

Come one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.

Come one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.

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 one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.

Come one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.

Come one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.

Come one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.

Come one come all! Come have a coffee and chat with OR Unplugged co-founder Kathy Masarie about how you need support and what we can do to help. Every other Thursday (barring when Kathy is out of town!) from 8:30AM to 9:30AM PST.