• 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. […]

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  • Building Life Skills Through Play

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Join Wilton Library for a Wilton Youth Council Parenting Series event. This panel discussion considers how play contributes to a healthy childhood and sets kids up for greater independence. See panelists connect conversation with clips from the award-winning documentary, Chasing Childhood, which focuses on three communities in the tri-state area, including Wilton, and discusses many […]

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  • Unplug and Re-connect: How to Promote Digital Wellness and Increase Family Connections

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Social media's impact on childrens' mental health has been in the news a lot lately. Too much tech can be harmful, but sometimes finding the right balance in the home is a struggle. Wilton Youth Council is pleased to bring Claudia Erickson, BSW MPH and Unplugged Collaborative Co-Founder, to deliver the keynote address for this […]

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  • A Community Conversation on Gambling

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    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, […]

    Free
  • Dads and Doughnuts

    Allen's Meadows 423 Danbury Rd., Wilton, CT, United States

    Wilton Youth Council (WYC) announces its inaugural Dads and Doughnuts event on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Allen’s Meadow, Field 4. This community gathering aims to foster meaningful connections among fathers while providing children the freedom to play in a supportive environment. In today’s fast-paced world, opportunities for unstructured play […]

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  • Wilton Youth Council Presents The Athlete Mindset: Supporting the Wellness of Student Athletes

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    Student athletes today are growing up in an increasingly high-pressure sports culture, where the drive to excel can sometimes outpace their physical and emotional readiness. This workshop explores the unique mental and emotional challenges young athletes face and offers practical, evidence-based strategies to foster resilience, balance, and confidence- both on and off the field. Join […]

  • Join Wilton Youth Council For The Truth About Weed Addiction: A Guide for Parents

    New Canaan High School 11 Farm Road, New Canaan, United States

    Join the Wilton Youth Council for the third of their five-part Regional Speaker Series! Gain expert insight on the impact of cannabis use on youth, mental health, and what families need to know. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a trusted voice in the field.   This presentation will be led by Amy Swift, MD. […]

  • The College Process: Supporting Your Teen & Finding the Right Fit with Wilton Youth Council

    Wilton Library 137 Old Ridgefield Rd., Wilton, CT

    The College Process can feel like a frenzy, but there are ways to manage it that foster resilience and relationships rather than discord and despair.  Join the Wilton Youth Council to learn tips, strategies, and suggestions for reducing stress, staying connected to your child, and managing the process with greater ease and comfort. You will […]