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SUMMARY:Breaking Down Gender & Sexuality
DESCRIPTION:Please join Wilton Library and Wilton Pride on Tuesday\, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. for a community conversation on gender and sexuality.  This forum is a must for all who wish to be allies to the LGBTQ+ community. Led by Cadence Pentheny from the Triangle Community Center (TCC)\, this event will engage participants in a thorough overview of what it means to be LGBTQ+ and an ally. \nYou will walk away with: \n\nAn understanding how LGBTQ+ individuals are impacted by bias\, and an overview of best practices that protect safety and inclusion;\nAn understanding of what is meant by sexual orientation\, sexual identity\, gender identity\, gender expression\, and sex assigned at birth;\nLanguage and definition of terms associated with the LGBTQ+ community\, including lesser known terms;\nAn understanding of hetero-normativity\, the gender/sex binary\, and cis-normativity;\nThe opportunity to rethink the social norms and expectations surrounding sexuality and gender in society.\n\nCadence Pentheny (they/them) is Triangle Community Center’s passionate community educator. As leader of TCC’s LGBTQ+ Training Institute\, Pentheny is responsible for engaging with the wider community to provide educational opportunities and professional development surrounding LGBTQ+ cultural humility and allyship across Fairfield County and beyond. \nRegistration is strongly recommended. Register online or call 203.762.6334. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Wilton Library\, Triangle Community Center\, Wilton Youth Council\, Middlebrook PTA\, Wilton High School PTSA\, Middlebrook GSA \, Wilton High School GSA\, The Rowan Center.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/breaking-down-gender-sexuality/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Free,Library,Not for profit,Presentation,Schools
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS): How to Recognize and Solve Problems That Cause Challenging Behavior
DESCRIPTION:SPED*NET in partnership with Wilton Public Schools\, Wilton Library and Newtown Sped PTA presents a discussion to inform parents of children with challenging behaviors. \nKids with challenging behaviors are often misunderstood and mistreated. Rewards and punishments sometimes make things worse. Helping these kids requires understanding why and when they struggle in the first place. \nThe Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) approach is based on the understanding that kids do well if they can. Unlike traditional models of discipline\, CPS avoids the use of power\, control\, and motivational procedures. It targets reducing challenging behavior by teaching at-risk kids\, from toddlers through young adults\, the skills they lack and building relationships with the adults in their lives. \nCPS was developed by Think:Kids\, an internationally recognized program led by Dr. Stuart Ablon (Mass General Hospital Dept. of Psychiatry). The CPS model\, originally described by Dr. Ross Greene in his book The Explosive Child\, has been further developed and described for clinical populations in several books\, including Treating Explosive Kids\, by Greene and Ablon\, and Changeable\, by Ablon. \nDivinna Schmitt\, MEd\, was trained in CPS with Greene and received her CPS Certification with Ablon. Since then\, she has taught parents and caregivers how to apply this life-changing approach at home. \nIn this presentation\, Schmitt will guide parents through the principles and skills-building of CPS\, including:\n1. Understanding why a child sometimes struggles to meet day-to-day expectations;\n2. Identifying triggers to a child’s challenging behaviors as well as identifying skills that a child needs help developing;\n3. Addressing conflicts in a way that reduces challenging behaviors\, improves relationships\, and teaches critical skills;\n4. Dealing with problems before a behavior situation becomes escalated; and\n5. Building skills such as flexibility\, frustration tolerance\, and problem-solving. \nRegister online.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/collaborative-problem-solving-cps-how-to-recognize-and-solve-problems-that-cause-challenging-behavior/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:Educational,Kids,Parenting,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Transgender & Non-binary Identity
DESCRIPTION:Join Wilton Library and Wilton Pride for Ask Me Anything 2024\, a community forum on “Understanding the Transgender and Non-binary Identity” on May 15\, at 7 p.m.\, in the library’s Brubeck Room. \nThis conversation breaks down gender and sexual diversity and rethinks historical and traditional assumptions around identity. It is therefore essential in understanding the transgender and non-binary identity. \nPanelists will cover:\n• Understanding the transgender and non-binary identity and community.\n• Importance of allyship in real life situations; understanding how bias impacts LGBTQ+ individuals\, particularly TGNCNBI (Transgender\, gender nonconforming\, non-binary\, and intersex); and an overview of best safety and inclusion practices.\n• Understanding what sexual orientation\, sexual identity\, gender identity\, gender expression\, and sex assigned at birth mean — their differences and impact on each other.\n• Language and definition of terms associated with the LGBTQ+ community\, including lesser known terms.\n• Understanding notions of hetero-normativity\, gender/sex binary\, and cis-normativity.\n• Rethinking social norms and expectations surrounding sexuality and gender in our society. \nModerator:\nSarah Malhotra (she/they) is the Director of Education at The Rowan Center\, and has worked in the prevention education field for 11+ years. She oversees prevention education programming on sexual violence for K-12 schools\, colleges and agency partnerships. \nPanelists:\n– Dr. Robyn Schlesinger (she/her) is an attorney and educator who has worked extensively with the LGBTQIA+ community\, nonprofit organizations\, and institutions of higher education. Schlesinger has also consulted with businesses\, schools\, and organizations to create inclusive workplaces and environments. She is currently the director of LGBTQIA+ programs\, resources\, innovation\, development\, and engagement (PRIDE) for Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS)\, the parent organization of Center Lane for LGBTQ+ youth.\n– Ace Ricker (he/him) has been an educator and advocate for the past 20 years. Through his company Awareness through Communication & Education\, LLC (A.C.E)\, he works with a wide variety of organizations\, religious forums\, K-12 schools\, colleges\, medical facilities and nonprofits\, delivering workshops\, talks and consultations on diversity\, inclusion and empowerment\, etc.\n– Remy (he/him) is an author\, graphic designer\, and community organizer based in Brooklyn\, NY. His work often centers around queer and trans people\, and mentoring and volunteering with transgender teens. His project\, “My Gay Love is Holy: Stories of LGBTQ People of Faith” was the first recipient of the Victor Ng Design Impact Award. \nSee link in event listing to submit questions for panelists before the program. Registration is strongly recommended. Register online or call 203.762.6334. Email for more information.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/understanding-the-transgender-non-binary-identity/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Library,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Crash Course in Car Safety
DESCRIPTION:As teens get ready to be (or is already) behind the wheel\, Trackside Teen Center invites parents and their teens to an evening packed with important information to help them stay informed and safe. \nThe knowledgeable panel will cover all aspects of car care pertinent to new drivers. \nGuest Panelists include:\nMike from Wilton Auto – (Car care / mechanics)\nSteve from Fresh Green Light – (Driver’s Ed)\nKaren from Safe Rides – (Learn about this WHS Program)\nLibby from WVAC – (Safety)\nMark from Geico – (Insurance)\nWilton Police – (Safety) \nBrought to the community by Trackside in partnership with Wilton Youth Council/Class Project 2026 \nThis evening is for parents and teens\, best suited for current sophomore class\, but open to all. \nEvent is FREE.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/crash-course-in-car-safety/
LOCATION:Trackside Teen Center\, 15 Station Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,discussion,Educational,Parenting,Teens
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SUMMARY:Presented by the Wilton Garden Club: Lecture from Sal Gilbertie
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Wilton Garden Club and the Master Gardener Program in Lower Fairfield\, the Wilton Historical Society hosts Sal Gilbertie of Gilbertie’s Organics for a lecture on Thursday\, June 6 at 4:00 p.m. \nGilbertie is the 3rd generation proprietor of Gilbertie’s Organics located in Westport and Easton. He has been at the forefront of organic farming for more than 50 years\, is the largest herb grower and supplier in the US\, author of 8 books\, and has won dozens of awards including 2011 Connecticut Organic Farmer of the Year and 2022’s Horticulture Commendation from Garden Clubs of America. \nExplore the Historical Society’s herb garden as Gilbertie shares information about a variety of herbs and the history of his herb business. The herbs he brings to supplement his presentation are available for purchase. Some of the books he has authored will also be available. Enjoy refreshments while the garden club introduces the many herbs cultivated in the Society’s gardens. \nTakes place in Wilton Historical’s Colonial Herb Garden. In the event of rain\, lecture will be moved indoors to the barn. \nEmail by Monday\, May 31 to RSVP.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/presented-by-the-wilton-garden-club-lecture-from-sal-gilbertie/
LOCATION:Wilton Historical Society\, 224 Danbury Road\, Wilton\, CT
CATEGORIES:Club,Community Events,discussion,Environmental,Lecture,Nature,Not for profit
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SUMMARY:A Community Conversation on Gambling
DESCRIPTION:Join Wilton Library and Wilton Youth Council for a community conversation to learn more about the impact of problem gambling and how to help a loved one\, family member\, friend\, or client.  \nDena Miccinello from The Hub at Catalyst CT\, one of five state-designated Regional Behavioral Health Action Organizations\, will talk about the definition of gambling\, types of gambling in CT\, the impact of gambling\, myths and facts and warning signs and risk factors. They will provide a variety of local\, regional\, and state-wide resources for problem gambling prevention\, treatment\, and recovery. \nMiccinello grew up in Connecticut\, has a degree in Public Health from Southern Connecticut State University and has extensive experience in prevention. Prevention is the way she helps community members live a safe and healthy life.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/a-community-conversation-on-gambling/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Senior Seminar: Understanding Stress
DESCRIPTION:Stay at Home in Wilton and Waveny Visiting Nurses invites seniors to explore how to manage stress. Stress is common\, especially in seniors\, and managing it can make you feel better and improve health. \nComstock Community Center\, Room 13. RSVP by October 22 to 203.762.2600 or here.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/senior-seminar-understanding-stress/
LOCATION:Comstock Community Center
CATEGORIES:discussion,Health & Wellness,Seniors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay at Home in Wilton":MAILTO:deb@shwil.org
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SUMMARY:Assistive Technology (AT): Many Possibilities to Consider
DESCRIPTION:Assistive Technology (AT) encompasses many possibilities when you look beyond AAC/communication. Wilton Library hosts Alescia Ford\, MS\, OTR/L\, ATP\, while she breaks down the three critical components of educational design: Universal Design for Learning\, Educational Technology\, and Assistive Technology. She discusses assistive technologies to enable participation\, improve curricular access (math\, reading\, writing\, executive functioning)\, and support inclusion. She also explains what AT looks like (from low-tech\, mid-tech\, to high-tech)\, when more is needed (consultation and evaluations)\, how to include AT in the IEP\, and why implementation planning is so important. \nFord is a certified occupational therapist and a nationally certified assistive technology practitioner. She evaluates students’ needs for AT; trains students\, educators\, and parents on implementation plans; develops district-wide competencies for AT processes; and consults on literacy support programming\, accessibility and Universal Design for Learning guiding principles. She owns Adapt & Learn\, a pediatric therapy service provider with clinic locations in Simsbury and Farmington. \nRegister for this free\, in-person presentation. \n 
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/assistive-technology-at-many-possibilities-to-consider/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:Educational,Parenting,Presentation
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