The Distraction-Free Illinois (DFS-IL) state advocacy team meets weekly via Google Meet from 12:30pm-1:30pm (CST). Join us to connect with others across the state working to advocate at the state and local level. If you are new to DFS-IL, please make sure to fill out our state letter of support: https://forms.gle/YPptKCWFDneMfpsR7 We encourage you to share this letter widely. Have any questions? Email us: distractionfreeschoolsIL@gmail.com

Optional Q&A for last-minute questions before the sign up deadline d&d q&a Thursday, August 6 · 2:00 – 2:30pm Time zone: America/New_York Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/afk-axap-ycx Or dial: ‪(US) +1 240-360-1145‬ PIN: ‪820 391 071‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/afk-axap-ycx?pin=7446661213613

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 Saturday morning of wildlife and water views. Dutch Gap has a floating boardwalk and shaded trails along a tidal lagoon, with herons, eagles, turtles and more to spot from the observation platforms. It's a nature area to explore, not a playground. Good to know — Parking: lot by the visitor center. Restrooms: at the visitor center. Tip: bring bug spray, sun hats, water and binoculars if you have them. 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! 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.

Join us for our monthly ScreenWise Community of Practice call for designed for school captains/teams to come together to connect and learn from one another about how to support intentional tech use at home and in school.

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.

This call is for community leads in MA to share strategies, wins and challenges to leverage collective action in MA. Whether you're a seasoned community lead already in the thick of it or just starting out, we are here to support each other! THIS CALL WILL BE TO DISCUSS OUR POLICY PRIORITIES FOR 26-27

The Distraction-Free Illinois (DFS-IL) state advocacy team meets weekly via Google Meet from 12:30pm-1:30pm (CST). Join us to connect with others across the state working to advocate at the state and local level. If you are new to DFS-IL, please make sure to fill out our state letter of support: https://forms.gle/YPptKCWFDneMfpsR7 We encourage you to share this letter widely. Have any questions? Email us: distractionfreeschoolsIL@gmail.com

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.

Welcome to our recurring office hours for OR Unplugged! We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 PM PST. If that time doesn't work for you - don't worry! Send us an email at ORunplugged@proton.me and we can meet with you at a time that works for you. Bring your questions, concerns, passion projects, and spots where you might need a hand! We also wouldn't say no if you brought a friend :)

Monthly meeting

The Distraction-Free Illinois (DFS-IL) state advocacy team meets weekly via Google Meet from 12:30pm-1:30pm (CST). Join us to connect with others across the state working to advocate at the state and local level. If you are new to DFS-IL, please make sure to fill out our state letter of support: https://forms.gle/YPptKCWFDneMfpsR7 We encourage you to share this letter widely. Have any questions? Email us: distractionfreeschoolsIL@gmail.com

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.

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.

The Distraction-Free Illinois (DFS-IL) state advocacy team meets weekly via Google Meet from 12:30pm-1:30pm (CST). Join us to connect with others across the state working to advocate at the state and local level. If you are new to DFS-IL, please make sure to fill out our state letter of support: https://forms.gle/YPptKCWFDneMfpsR7 We encourage you to share this letter widely. Have any questions? Email us: distractionfreeschoolsIL@gmail.com

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.

Welcome to our recurring office hours for OR Unplugged! We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 PM PST. If that time doesn't work for you - don't worry! Send us an email at ORunplugged@proton.me and we can meet with you at a time that works for you. Bring your questions, concerns, passion projects, and spots where you might need a hand! We also wouldn't say no if you brought a friend :)

This call is for community leads in MA to share strategies, wins and challenges to leverage collective action in MA. Whether you're a seasoned community lead already in the thick of it or just starting out, we are here to support each other!

The Distraction-Free Illinois (DFS-IL) state advocacy team meets weekly via Google Meet from 12:30pm-1:30pm (CST). Join us to connect with others across the state working to advocate at the state and local level. If you are new to DFS-IL, please make sure to fill out our state letter of support: https://forms.gle/YPptKCWFDneMfpsR7 We encourage you to share this letter widely. Have any questions? Email us: distractionfreeschoolsIL@gmail.com

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!