• Let Them Thrive Virtual Workshop: Put It Into Practice

    ZOOM

    You are invited to participate in a virtual workshop on Thursday, March 9 at 7 p.m. in which you will have the opportunity to learn practical strategies for helping your child become a self-navigating, expert learner. This workshop, led by Pam Chu-Sheriss from Novak Consulting, uses the principles in Katie Novak’s book Let Them Thrive.  […]

    Free
  • Youth Sports in America: Where We Are, How We Got Here and Why It Matters

    The Little Theater at Wilton High School 395 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT, United States

    Wilton Public Schools, Wilton Youth Council and Thrive with a Guide invite you to a presentation, Q&A and book signing with Linda Flanagan on Wednesday, March 22 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m in Wilton High School's Little Theater. Flanagan is a freelance journalist, researcher, and former cross-country and track coach. A graduate of Lehigh […]

    FREE
  • Coffee with the Wilton Youth Council Board

    Tusk and Cup 142 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT, United States

    If you're interested in empowering Wilton's youth, parents and community then this is the event for you! Come meet members of the Wilton Youth Council board members on Monday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m., and explore opportunities to get involved. RSVP via email to receive event location information.  

  • Breaking Down Gender & Sexuality

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    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 […]

    FREE
  • “Never Enough” – Sneak Peek with Jennifer Wallace (Zoom)

    ZOOM

    The Wilton Library, Wilton Youth Council and the Wilton Public Schools are excited to welcome journalist Jennifer Wallace (via Zoom) for a special conversation about her highly anticipated new book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Turns Toxic, and What We Can Do About It. Wallace is an award-winning journalist and social commentator covering parenting and […]

    FREE
  • Orchestrating Change

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Wilton Youth Council and Wilton Library invite you to the screening of the documentary film Orchestrating Change.  The film features beautiful music while being informative, uplifting, sometimes humorous and most importantly, empowering.  Orchestrating Change tells the inspiring story of the only orchestra created by and for people living with mental illness and those who support […]

    FREE
  • Navigating the Youth Sports Landscape — POSTPONED

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    This event has been postponed by the organizer. Please join the Wilton Library, Wilton Youth Council and a panel of experts to learn more about navigating the youth sports landscape. Many parents have questions about the role of sports in childhood and how to raise healthy athletes. What is right for my child? Recreational sports? […]

    FREE
  • The College Process: Supporting Your Teen and Finding the Right Fit

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    The college process can often feel like a frenzy but there are ways to manage it that foster resilience and relationships rather than discord and despair. Please join Susan Bauerfeld, Ph.D. and Deena Maerowitz, J.D., M.S.W. at Wilton Library to learn tips, strategies and suggestions for reducing stress, staying connected to your child and managing […]

    FREE
  • Recharging Required: Rest, Recreation and Raising Healthier Teens

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Join Wilton Library for a Wilton Youth Council Parenting Series event. This panel discussion explores the role of rest and recreation in scaffolding tweens and teens to a satisfying launch. Panelists will connect clips from the award-winning documentary, Chasing Childhood, which focuses on three tri-state communities, including Wilton, and considers many elements of what makes […]

    Free