The United Methodist Women are proud to host Cheryl Bundy, Director of Spiritual Care & Hospital Chaplain at Silver Hill Hospital. Cheryl will discuss the mental health issues that are facing our own population in New Canaan and Fairfield County, and will have information about Urgent Assessment. We will learn how spirituality can help endure and contextualize a mental health crisis. Refreshments will be served. For planning purposes, responses are greatly appreciated. RSVP through Sign-up Genius (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409054DA5A92FAAFB6-48071632-the) or by contacting…

Parents are inundated with choices related to digital devices, online access, and navigating the overwhelming digital landscape. What strategies can help shape healthy and positive media environments for elementary children? Which resources are reliable and can help inform a plan for your family? Please join Chrissy Khachane, Educational Consultant and Child Development Specialist, who will lead a conversation on how technology, phones, gaming systems, and social media shape our children and families.

New Canaan Library welcomes two-time cancer survivor, business leader, and healthcare disruptor Kathy Giusti, in conversation with journalist Lee Woodruff for a discussion of Ms. Giusti’s informative and inspirational new book, Fatal to Fearless: 12 Steps to Beating Cancer in a Broken Medical System. An involved member of the New Canaan community, Kathy Giusti and her many contributions to the medical and business world have led to inclusion in Time magazine’s Most Influential People and Fortune Magazine’s World’s 50 Greatest…

New Canaan Public Library Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium + Community Room + Kend Kitchen Please join two-time cancer survivor, business leader, and healthcare disruptor Kathy Giusti, in conversation with journalist Lee Woodruff, as they discuss Ms. Giusti’s informative and inspirational new book, Fatal to Fearless: 12 Steps to Beating Cancer in a Broken Medical System. More than an involved member of the New Canaan community, Kathy Giusti’s contributions to the medical and business world have led her to be…

Gather your friends in a group of 2-6 and get ready to test your knowledge while supporting children in need... Join Help for Kids this month with our TRIVIA FOR A CAUSE events throughout Fairfield County to support and increase visibility of National Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month! Tickets are $25 per person to play and attendees can enjoy delicious food & drinks through our wonderful restaurant partners during the event. Plus, there will be free raffles and prizes! To…

Area women are invited to join current members of The Encore Club of New Canaan to learn about the activities of this women's social club and meet active members while enjoying a casual coffee with breakfast treats. A brief description of the many activities, events and sports offered by Encore will be presented. Encore was founded in 1985 by a group of New Canaan women looking to pursue friendship through a variety of social activities. All are welcome. You may…

Thinking about activities for your rising kindergartner of the upcoming year? Get a close-up look at Cub Scouts, the program that exposes K-5 youth to outdoor adventures, community service, personal growth, camaraderie, and more. At this event there will be fun cub scout activities for the kids, and friendly and knowledgeable leaders to discuss the program with parents.

Protecting Executive Functioning, Self-Esteem, and Sleep in a Teenage-Wired World Please join Dr. Kelly Foran Tuller to learn how to support your children as they start to navigate their own relationship with screens and devices, understand the importance of setting boundaries, modeling appropriate use of screen time, and other ways to protect your children’s mental health.