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November 2019
“How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, & Listen So Kids Will Talk” Parenting Workshops–FULL
Free
This program, developed by the authors of the book by the same name, uses lessons, role-play, and practice to help parents develop more effective skills for communicating with their children. In this workshop, participants will learn how to: Engage your child's willing cooperation Deal with your child's negative feelings–frustration, disappointment, anger Express your anger without being hurtful Set firm limits and still maintain goodwill Use alternatives to punishment that promote self-discipline Encourage positive relationships between your children Resolve family conflicts peacefully The…
Find out more »The Resilience Formula: Giving Kids Roots and Wings
Free
In this interactive session, Donna Volpitta, Ed.D makes the science of the brain easy to understand. Her Resilient Mindset Model helps parents appreciate how the brain responds to challenges and provides them with tools to raise emotionally healthy, resilient kids who make mindful and informed choices. TWO opportunities: 10 a.m. OR 7 p.m.. Visit the Wilton Youth Council website for more information. Sponsored by Wilton Kiwanis, SPED*NET Wilton, and Wilton Youth Council.
Find out more »Tree Committee Meeting
The Tree Committee will meet the second Wednesday of every month (excluding August) at 5 p.m. in Room A of Town Hall. The committee functions to protect, preserve, and maintain trees found on public property. More information on this seven person committee can be found on the town website.
Find out more »The Resilience Formula: Giving Kids Roots and Wings
Free
In this interactive session, Donna Volpitta, Ed.D makes the science of the brain easy to understand. Her Resilient Mindset Model helps parents appreciate how the brain responds to challenges and provides them with tools to raise emotionally healthy, resilient kids who make mindful and informed choices. TWO opportunities: 10 a.m. OR 7 p.m.. Visit the Wilton Youth Council website for more information. Sponsored by Wilton Kiwanis, SPED*NET Wilton, and Wilton Youth Council.
Find out more »“How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, & Listen So Kids Will Talk” Parenting Workshops–FULL
Free
This program, developed by the authors of the book by the same name, uses lessons, role-play, and practice to help parents develop more effective skills for communicating with their children. In this workshop, participants will learn how to: Engage your child's willing cooperation Deal with your child's negative feelings–frustration, disappointment, anger Express your anger without being hurtful Set firm limits and still maintain goodwill Use alternatives to punishment that promote self-discipline Encourage positive relationships between your children Resolve family conflicts peacefully The…
Find out more »Board of Selectmen Meeting
On the first and third Monday of each month*, the Board of Selectman will meet at Town Hall in Meeting Room B to discuss their duties as the legislative body of Wilton. The five person committee will discuss town policies, town ordinances, and the budgetary and administrative management for the town. Community members are encouraged to attend and comment at these meetings. Lynne A. Vanderslice (First Selectwoman), David K. Clune (Second Selectman), Lori A. Bufano, Joshua S. Cole, and Deborah…
Find out more »“How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, & Listen So Kids Will Talk” Parenting Workshops–FULL
Free
This program, developed by the authors of the book by the same name, uses lessons, role-play, and practice to help parents develop more effective skills for communicating with their children. In this workshop, participants will learn how to: Engage your child's willing cooperation Deal with your child's negative feelings–frustration, disappointment, anger Express your anger without being hurtful Set firm limits and still maintain goodwill Use alternatives to punishment that promote self-discipline Encourage positive relationships between your children Resolve family conflicts peacefully The…
Find out more »“How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, & Listen So Kids Will Talk” Parenting Workshops–FULL
Free
This program, developed by the authors of the book by the same name, uses lessons, role-play, and practice to help parents develop more effective skills for communicating with their children. In this workshop, participants will learn how to: Engage your child's willing cooperation Deal with your child's negative feelings–frustration, disappointment, anger Express your anger without being hurtful Set firm limits and still maintain goodwill Use alternatives to punishment that promote self-discipline Encourage positive relationships between your children Resolve family conflicts peacefully The…
Find out more »Discussion on Youth Vaping
Free
State Representatives Gail Lavielle (R-143) and Tom O’Dea (R-125) invite residents of Wilton and New Canaan to participate in a discussion on youth vaping on Thursday, Nov. 21. from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Trackside Teen Center. Joining them will be a panel of local and state leaders, medical experts and other stakeholders to talk about the dangers of youth vaping, its impact on our schools and community, and more. The panelists include: Dr. Kevin Smith, Superintendent Wilton Public Schools Dr. Robert…
Find out more »NAMI Wilton Parent Support Group
Has the back-to-school honeymoon worn off? As school gets into full swing, the academic and social stresses can get to be too much, and result in behavioral changes. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Child and Adolescent Network (CAN) is a support group for parents of children with behavioral, emotional and mental health issues. The meeting is free, confidential, safe and led by trained volunteer facilitators who themselves have had personal experiences raising children with these concerns. Parents come…
Find out more »“How To Talk So Kids Will Listen, & Listen So Kids Will Talk” Parenting Workshops–FULL
Free
This program, developed by the authors of the book by the same name, uses lessons, role-play, and practice to help parents develop more effective skills for communicating with their children. In this workshop, participants will learn how to: Engage your child's willing cooperation Deal with your child's negative feelings–frustration, disappointment, anger Express your anger without being hurtful Set firm limits and still maintain goodwill Use alternatives to punishment that promote self-discipline Encourage positive relationships between your children Resolve family conflicts peacefully The…
Find out more »December 2019
Board of Selectmen Meeting
On the first and third Monday of each month*, the Board of Selectman will meet at Town Hall in Meeting Room B to discuss their duties as the legislative body of Wilton. The five person committee will discuss town policies, town ordinances, and the budgetary and administrative management for the town. Community members are encouraged to attend and comment at these meetings. Lynne A. Vanderslice (First Selectwoman), David K. Clune (Second Selectman), Lori A. Bufano, Joshua S. Cole, and Deborah…
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