KidsMatter EVENTS
Browse for a free event happening in our community.
UPCOMING FREE PUBLIC EVENTS
Wednesday, November 17 at noon and 7 P.M.
What Do You Say: How to Talk to Kids to Build Stress Tolerance, Motivation and a Happy Home
Dr. William Stixrud & Ned Johnson
Link to the noon event: https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/84266532769
Link to the 7 PM event: https://glenbard.zoom.us/j/81204932735
Thursday, November 18 at 7 P.M.
Habits that Form Healthy Relationships – Progam in Spanish
Dr. Ferney Ramirez
*Link to come*
Wednesday, December 1 at noon and 7 P.M.
Positive Thinking for Teens: Tools to Improve Mood, Build Self-Esteem and Motivation
Katie Hurley
*Link to come*
Thursday, December 2, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
KidsMatter Volunteer Fair (In-Person)
Fort Hill Activity Center in Naperville
Come by to learn about the many different kinds of volunteer opportunities in our community!
Thursday, December 2 at 7 P.M.
Find Your Future at College Night with Distinguished Panel
Presented in English & Spanish
Host by the Equity and Inclusion Committee and in partnership with the Equity Student Achievement Committee
*Link to come*
Tuesday, December 7 at 7 P.M.
Friendship: The Evolution, Biology and Extraordinary Power of Life’s Fundamental Bond
Linda Dentworth
*Link to come*
Thursday, December 16 at 7 P.M.
Practical Parent Tools for Challenging Times – Program in Spanish
Dr. Ferney Ramirez
*Link to come*
Wednesday, January 2 at 7 P.M.
Cultivating Genius and Joy: An Equity Framework to Ensure All Children Thrive
Dr. Gholdy Muhammad
*Link to come*
Wednesday, January 19 at noon and 7 P.M.
13 Things Mentally Strong Kids Do
Amy Morin
*Link to come*
Wednesday, January 26 at 7 P.M.
Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World
David Epstein
*Link to come*
Wednesday, February 2 at 7 P.M.
Preparing to Achieve: Full Life Ahead
Dr. Michael Allen
*Link to come*
PAST EVENT
Self-Care Bag Distribution Success!
On Thursday, March 11th between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm KidsMatter will be in the parking lot of Centennial Beach (500 Jackson Avenue, Naperville) giving away 1500 Stress Relief Care Bags to kids ages preschool through high school! Bags include a coloring book designed by students! (age appropriate!) Also in the bags are crayons or colored pencils, a stress ball, Play-Doh, scratch art, and more! We know kids are going through a lot right now. This is a fun, free boost for kids of all ages! Come on over to Centennial Beach on Thursday March 11 between 1:00 and 4:00 pm and pick up a free care bag! Just drive through and we’ll hand you the bag or bags you need through your car window. You don’t even have to get out of your car. We’ll be masked and socially distanced, following all guidelines! Centennial Beach: 500 Jackson Ave, Naperville.
For more information or questions, please contact
Sherilyn Hebel, Director of Programs at KidsMatter sherilyn@kidsmatter2us.org or 630-864-3960.
Empowering kids to realize their purpose, know their value and find their pathway
KidsMatter works collaboratively with organizations and resources throughout the community, including mental health professionals, schools, public safety agencies, faith-based communities and local businesses. Our support and services impact roughly 45,000 youth throughout Will and DuPage counties.
ON DEMAND PAST EVENTS
Erin's Law Discussion
November 8, 2021
Adolescent Mental Health in 2021
Aaron Weiner
May 26, 2021
Educational Series: Keeping Our Kids Safe On Their Devices
Family Communication through COVID-19 and Stressful Times
Rich Wistocki
April 20, 2021
Educational Series: Family Matters
Family Communication through COVID-19 and Stressful Times
Christina Maki & Dr. Laura Bokar
March 10, 2021
Educational Series: E-Cigs, Vaping, and Marijuana
Dr. McBride
March 8, 2021
The Price You Pay for College: An Entirely New Road Map for the Biggest Financial Decision Your Family Will Ever Make
Ron Lieber
February 4, 2021
The Importance of Failure
January 27, 2021
7:00-7:40 pm
Zoom Virtual Discussion
Educational Series: Common Genius Uncommon Destiny
November 11, 2020
Resilient University
KidsMatter welcomes Tom Klisiewicz to present “Resilient University”. Teaching Mindfulness, Mediation and other practical Scientifically supported Resiliency Strategies to reduce Stress, Perform at your Peak and Live Healthier, Happier Lives
September 30, 2020
7:00 – 7:40 pm CST
Educational Series: Road to Recovery
July 22, 2020
Enjoying your read? If so, please share it!
Sharing is caring.❤