Community Events and Programs
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Regulation of School Anxiety: Making Your Return to School a Success (Webinar recording)
As the community heads into a new school year, faced with challenges due to the COVID 19 Pandemic, this school anxiety workshop was offered to the community as a way to bring information, better understanding and resources related to school based anxiety.
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Sunday, October 17
Participating ShopsFree Krispy Kreme donut with COVID vaccine card
Krispy Kreme is finding ways to be sweet as the U.S. continues to scale COVID-19 vaccinations. To show our support for those who choose to get vaccinated, starting Monday, 3/22, anyone who shows their COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card will receive a free Original Glazed® doughnut.
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Sunday, October 17
New Jersey Hope and Healing Monthly Forum
These groups are for people from all walks of life and address a vast variety of topics, such as: health care workers, caregivers, teachers, parents, adults, teenagers, Baby Boomers, Spanish-speaking, and many more.
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Sunday, October 17
Bergen CountyUber to Your COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment - FREE
Are you registered to get your COVID vaccine or plan to go to a walk-up site but need transportation to get there and back? Greater Bergen Community Action, in partnership with Uber, is arranging for FREE Uber rides for vaccine appointments. To ensure we can link you to an Uber, please book your ride at least 3 days in advance of your appointment.
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Sunday, October 17
Department of Environmental Protection
TrentonVax and Visit: The New Jersey State Parks Vax Pass
Beginning Thursday, May 27, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection will offer a free State Parks Vax Pass under the new “Vax and Visit” campaign to all New Jersey residents who receive at least one dose of their COVID-19 vaccination by July 4, 2021.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 12:01 AM
PAVE - Promoting Awareness Victim EmpowermentShattering the Red Zone
The Red Zone Campaign is a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness and shattering the silence about college sexual violence, specifically by raising awareness on the period during fall semester where sexual assault is most prevalent.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 08:00 AM
JDK Social Station
SecaucusFall is for Friends! Social Skills Classes (JDK Social Station)
Our Saturday classes are very popular and are filling up already! This year we will be having one special class with Sensory Taekwondo and Lisa-Fitkids during each 10 week session.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 08:30 AM
Headquarters
Roseland2021 Walk to Fight Alzheimer's (Alzheimer's New Jersey)
Join the fight against Alzheimer’s today. Let New Jersey families know they are not alone in this difficult journey. When you walk with Alzheimer's New Jersey, 100% of your donations support New Jersey individuals and families.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 09:00 AM
Women's Rights Information Center (WRIC)
EnglewoodHelp with FEMA Application (WRIC)
Women’s Rights Information Center (WRIC) can help you apply for FEMA, welfare, food stamps, etc. WRIC has computers, phones, scanners and case managers to help people complete the process.
Help with FEMA is also available at the Englewood Library. The computers in the Reference area upstairs are available for use.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 09:00 AM
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RidgewoodNorth Jersey Panthers Cheerleading (Sharing the Arts)
The North Jersey Panthers are a brand new cheerleading program for young adults with exceptionalities. For ages 14-21.
Program will run from the months of August 2021 through March 2022. Practices will take place once a week. The team will participate in performances, games, and exhibitions!
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Sunday, October 17 @ 09:30 AM
MarbleJam Kids
HackensackSocial CATS Autism Program (MarbleJam Kids)
Social CATS Autism Program, our signature Creative Arts Therapy Program, uses the mediums of art, music, and movement to practice social skills, communication, relationship building, and creative expression.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 10:00 AM
New Destiny Family Success Centers
PatersonFREE ESL Classes/Clases de Inglés (New Destiny Family Success Centers)
Join us for Eight weeks of IN-PERSON English as a Second Language classes (Basic level). Learn how to speak, write, and read English.
Aprenda a hablar, escribir y leer inglés. Estamos ofreciendo clases por ocho semanas (Nivel básico).
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Sunday, October 17 - Sunday, October 31 @ 10:00 AM
Dr. Darcey Merritt at NYU, Silver School of Social WorkProvide Feedback About Your Experience With the Child Welfare System as a Parent, Earn $50
Are you interested in providing feedback about your experience with the child welfare system as a parent? You are invited to participate in a confidential, one-hour phone or video interview. Interviews are scheduled at your convenience and you will be compensated $50 in the form of an Amazon gift card. Contact [email protected] or call 212-998-9186.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 10:30 AM
Shops at Riverside
HackensackTake Control of Your Health - A program for Seniors
This program is a 7 week session sponsored by The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources to help adult seniors to take control of their health in positive ways.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 12:00 PM
Grupos de Apoyo de Habla Hispana para La Recuperación de la Nicotina y El Tabaco (RWJBarnabas Health)
El Instituto RWJBarnabas Health para la Prevención y la Recuperación está ofreciendo nuevas reuniones de grupos de apoyo para los residentes de habla hispana de Nueva Jersey que buscan ayuda para dejar el tabaco y / o el uso de cigarrillos electrónicos. Los grupos son facilitados por especialistas en tratamiento capacitados y bilingües, y son gratuitos.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 03:00 PM
Youth Resource Center (Division of Family Guidance)
HackensackYouth Resource Center - After School Program 2021-2022 (Division of Family Guidance)
Free for Bergen County youth ages 13-18.
Mondays - Wednesdays – Fridays
Masks and social distancing enforced.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 03:30 PM
SAGE: Sexuality and Gender Equality Virtual Therapy Group (Acenda Integrated Health)
A virtual therapy group for teens ages 13 to 18 years old.
An LGBTQIA+ safe space to talk, connect, and find support. Led by Kelley Adelsberger MSW, LSW (she/her/hers)
Accepted Insurace: Medicaid
For more information or to enroll, call (844) 422-3632 x9500
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Sunday, October 17 @ 04:00 PM
The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources
Fair LawnHealthy Visions - High School Group (The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources/CAFS)
The Healthy Visions program provides a unique opportunity for youth with parents/guardians/caregivers that are living with an addiction that allows them to explore their feelings, learn that they are not alone, and recognize the stressful things that might happen in their families are not their fault.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 04:30 PM
COVID Long Haulers Support Group (Kean OT Community Cares Clinic)
We will be offering a support group for individuals with chronic COVID-19 symptoms this fall! Groups will run on Tuesdays from 4:30pm-5:30pm, starting September 21st and ending on November 23rd, and will continue for 10 sessions.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 05:30 PM
Care Plus NJ
ParamusAdolescent Grief Support Group (Care Plus NJ)
This group is designed to promote healing and help adolescents & teens develop coping skills due to illness, death, or traumatic loss of a family member, friend, or significant person in their life. Our grief counselors are available and can help address a wide range of needs through age-based support groups that break the isolation grief often brings.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 06:00 PM
Family Support Group (CAU)
CAU offers a family support group for parents and siblings of adults/children with developmental disabilities. Join us for peer support and sharing ideas and opportunities! Learn about services for adults and families of children in school, and prepare for transition to adult services.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 06:00 PM
MarbleJam Kids
HackensackPEERS® Social Skills Group (MarbleJam Kids)
PEERS® for Teens & Young Adults is an evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated students who are interested in making and keeping friends and/or developing romantic relationships. Students and social coaches attend weekly 2 hr. group classes.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 06:00 PM
YMCA of Greater Bergen County - New Milford Location
New MilfordYMCA of Greater Bergen County Strengthening Families Program (CAFS)
CAFS has partnered with the Hackensack YMCA to provide a round of the Strengthening Families Program in their New Milford location for families with youth between the ages of 6 and 11, starting September 14th! It will be offered in English and Spanish.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 06:30 PM
Connecting Through Cancer: Navigating Next Steps (Cancer Support Community at Holy Name)
This 8-week support group is open to anyone undergoing cancer treatment. Each session provides an opportunity to gain support, tips and information from others facing similar challenges. New topics discussed each week.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 06:30 PM
Living Beyond Cancer: Embracing a "New Normal" (Cancer Support Community at Holy Name)
This 8-week virtual support group is open to those who have completed active treatment. Each session offers encouragement, support and resources while connecting with others who are living life beyond cancer. New topics discussed each week.
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Sunday, October 17 @ 06:30 PM
Pregnant Moms Support Group (Mental Health Association in New Jersey)
Are you a bundle of nerves over your bundle of joy?
- Meeting ID: 976 8774 4339
- Passcode: 200411
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Monday, October 18
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security AgencyCybersecurity Career Awareness Week
Cybersecurity Career Awareness Week is a week-long campaign to call attention to the contributions to society and innovations that cybersecurity practitioners make. It is a time to build awareness about the wide range of cybersecurity job opportunities, how cybersecurity plays a vital role in global society.
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Monday, October 18 @ 04:00 PM
The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources
Fair LawnHealthy Visions - Middle School Group (The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources/CAFS)
The Healthy Visions program provides a unique opportunity for youth with parents/guardians/caregivers that are living with an addiction that allows them to explore their feelings, learn that they are not alone, and recognize the stressful things that might happen in their families are not their fault.
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Monday, October 18 @ 05:30 PM
Care Plus NJ
ParamusDialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Training Program - Adolescent & Caregiver Group, 13-17 (Care Plus NJ)
The purpose of the DBT Skills Training program is to provide education on the dialectics of acceptance and change, impact of behavioral patterns/cognitive process, development and practice of healthy skills and capabilities, as well as identifying methods of support and collaborative approaches in relationships.
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Monday, October 18 @ 07:00 PM
Nicotine and Tobacco Recovery Support Group (RWJBarnabas Health)
The Nicotine and Tobacco Recovery meetings are designed to help people stay quit and offer a resource for those who are starting or thinking about beginning their quit journey. Led by a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist, each group will focus on topics and strategies for dealing with triggers and relapse prevention. Join us for free!
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Monday, October 18 @ 07:00 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network, Inc.Statewide Special Education Parent Leadership Virtual Roundtable - Session I (SPAN)
This is an opportunity for parents, Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) members, school and district staff, and community members to come together to network and exchange tips, tools, and strategies to build collaborative partnerships that benefit students and their families.
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Tuesday, October 19 @ 10:00 AM
NJ Utility Energy Outreach Group2021 Virtual Utility Assistance Summit (NJ Utility Energy Outreach Group)
Utility companies will resume service shutoffs for nonpayment after December 31, 2021. At this event you can learn about New Jersey’s expanded utility assistance and debt forgiveness programs for low- and now moderate-income households.
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Tuesday, October 19 - Friday, November 19 @ 11:30 AM (Monthly)
NJVOADNew Jersey Clergy Peer Group
Welcome Faith-Based Community Leaders ~ We invite you to come together for ongoing conversations on the challenges of life as religious leaders in a pandemic world to our New Jersey Clergy Peer Group
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Tuesday, October 19 @ 03:00 PM
County Health Rankings & RoadmapsHow Does Civic Participation Influence Health? (County Health Rankings & Roadmaps)
In this webinar, we will identify opportunities for civic participation and explore the correlation to health. We will hear from Dawn Hunter from the Southeastern Region of the Network for Public Health Law who will introduce us to the newly released Health and Democracy Index, an online tool correlating health indicators to voting policies.
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Tuesday, October 19 @ 05:30 PM
Care Plus NJ
ParamusDialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Training Program - Adult Group, 18+ (Care Plus NJ)
The purpose of the DBT Skills Training program is to provide education on the dialectics of acceptance and change, impact of behavioral patterns/cognitive process, development and practice of healthy skills and capabilities, as well as identifying methods of support and collaborative approaches in relationships.
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Tuesday, October 19 @ 07:00 PM
Bergen County Special Services CAPE Resource CenterUpdate on SSI and Medicaid (CAPE Resource Center)
What to Know for your Adult Child with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD).
This presentation will begin with a brief overview of The Arc of New Jersey and its programs and services. We will then address the basics of applying tfor SSI and Mediaid, as well as many important SSI and Medicaid issues that families may not be aware of.
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Tuesday, October 19 @ 07:00 PM
International Association of WomenWomen & Financial Wellness (International Association of Women)
Host Silvia Eliat will lead a conversation that will help you be proactive about owning your financial wellness.
Event Highlights:
- Connect with like-minded women in the IAW community
- Participate in a round table discussion
- Submit a "Share Your Ask" for continued support
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Wednesday, October 20 @ 10:00 AM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network, Inc.Statewide Special Education Parent Leadership Virtual Roundtable - Session II (SPAN)
This is an opportunity for parents, Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) members, school and district staff, and community members to come together to network and exchange tips, tools, and strategies to build collaborative partnerships that benefit students and their families.
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Wednesday, October 20 @ 12:00 PM
Family Resource NetworkNavigating State Approved Services for Individuals with Disabilities (Family Resource Network)
Join Brittany Corbo as she speaks about the Behavioral Supports Autism Family Services of NJ offers, and Natalie Kitts and Susan Smith-Foley as they speak about the newest addition to Medicaid supported therapies, the Developmental Relationship Base Intervention (DBRI) model offered by Positive Development.
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Wednesday, October 20 @ 12:00 PM
AARPPrepare to Care: Finding Answers, Support & Local Resources (AARP)
We’re here to help guide you, no matter where you are in your caregiving journey. Join us for a free virtual seminar where we’ll explore how to start the conversation when a loved one’s needs change, how to form a support network and where to find resources that can help.
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Wednesday, October 20 @ 04:00 PM
Nationwide Children's HospitalParenting to Prevent and Reduce Disruptive Behaviors (Family ECHO)
Family ECHO sessions will focus on understanding behavior and developing positive behavioral strategies using the RUBI framework—a therapy-based approach that is often used to manage challenging behaviors in children with autism, leading to happier and healthier lives. For more information about RUBI, please visit https://www.rubinetwork.org/
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Wednesday, October 20 @ 06:00 PM
Strive Autism Center - Montgomeryville
MontgomeryvilleAutism Friendly Trunk or Treat - Montgomeryville (First Children Services)
Sensory friendly Trunk or Treat! REGISTRATION APPRECIATED BUT NOT REQUIRED
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Wednesday, October 20 @ 06:00 PM
The Arc of New Jersey's Planning for Adult Life ProgramHelping Your Student Build Skills To Prepare for College (Arc of New Jersey)
This workshop will provide information on tasks to build skills with your student during their high school years that will lead to a more successful college experience. We will suggest steps to add to your student’s IEP that can help orient him or her to the differences between high school and college and accessing supports offered to students with I/DD.
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Wednesday, October 20 @ 06:00 PM
Northern Highlands Regional High SchoolNH PASS Presents: Chris Herren
Chris Herren is a former professional basketball player, a voice on the topic of substance use prevention and a wellness advocate. Chris continues to share his story nationally with a renewed focus on prevention education and challenging audiences to rethink how we look at the disease of addiction.
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Wednesday, October 20 - Wednesday, October 27 @ 07:00 PM (Weekly)
Mary Travostino, Maryann Loucks, and Skyler BrownOctober Wellness Wednesday Series
Are You Running On Empty? Join our online series to support your physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health. A 3-part series hosted on Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm.
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Thursday, October 21
Autism New Jersey39th Annual Autism Conference
Join us October 21 & 22 for exceptional workshops and networking!
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Thursday, October 21
GlaadSpirit Day
Pledging to “go purple" on Spirit Day is a way for everyone — global and local brands and companies, world leaders, celebrities, neighbors, parents, classmates, and friends — to visibly show solidarity with youth and to take part in the largest, most visible LGBTQ anti-bullying campaign in the world.
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Thursday, October 21 - Thursday, October 28 @ 11:00 AM (Weekly)
New York University, Silver School of Social WorkHelp New York University, Silver School of Social Work Co-design a Survey - Earn $50
If you: are a Black mother; have experience with child protective services; and have access to a smart phone or computer for an interview, we want to talk to you! You will be compensated $50 for your time. If interested, sign up at bit.ly/3tIuCYw or text 'survey' to 786- 309-4766.
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Thursday, October 21 - Thursday, October 28 @ 11:00 AM (Weekly)
The Rutgers University School of Social Work and the New York Foundling Research ProjectProvide Feedback About the Child Welfare System & How COVID-19 Has Affected Your Lives - Earn $50
Calling all caregivers! Are you interested in providing feedback about your experience with the child welfare system and how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected your lives? Participate in a one-hour phone or video interview and you will be compensated $50 in the form of an Amazon gift card. Contact: [email protected] or 848-932-8264.
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Thursday, October 21 @ 06:00 PM
Strive Autism Center - Roselle Park
Roselle ParkAutism Friendly Trunk or Treat - Roselle Park (First Children Services)
Sensory friendly Trunk or Treat! REGISTRATION APPRECIATED BUT NOT REQUIRED
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Saturday, October 23 @ 10:00 AM
Bergen Center for Child Development
Haworth3rd Annual Special Needs Community Resource Fair (Bergen Center for Child Development)
Find out what resources, agencies, organizations, and community programs are available to assist families and children challenged with physical, mental, emotional, or behavioral disabilities.
- Free admission
- Door prizes
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Tuesday, October 26 @ 07:00 PM
Bergen County Special Services CAPE Resource CenterWhen Parents Collect Social Security (CAPE Resource Center)
How Parents' Social Security Benefits Impact Adult Children with I/DD.
- This presentation will discuss changes in Social Security benefits that occur for a son/daughter with I/DD when a parent retires and collects their own Social Security, or if a parent becomes disabled or passes away.
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Wednesday, October 27 @ 04:00 PM
Nationwide Children's HospitalParenting to Teach New Skills (Family ECHO)
Family ECHO sessions will focus on understanding behavior and developing positive behavioral strategies using the RUBI framework—a therapy-based approach that is often used to manage challenging behaviors in children with autism, leading to happier and healthier lives. For more information about RUBI, please visit https://www.rubinetwork.org/
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Wednesday, October 27 @ 06:00 PM
Strive Autism Center - Maple Shade
Maple ShadeAutism Friendly Trunk or Treat - Maple Shade (First Children Services)
Sensory friendly Trunk or Treat! REGISTRATION APPRECIATED BUT NOT REQUIRED
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Thursday, October 28 @ 11:00 AM
Knock Out Opioid Abuse DayChildhood Trauma Part II: Substance Use and Adverse Childhood Experiences (Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day)
The Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day initiative has created "The Learning Series" - an initiative to address the opioid epidemic through community outreach, prescriber education, parent education and a statewide media campaign to increase awareness of the crisis.
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Thursday, October 28 @ 05:00 PM
Lindsey Meyer Teen Institute2021 Virtual Bergen County Teen Summit (Lindsey Meyer Teen Institute)
This FREE event provides teens with an opportunity to learn about health and wellness, get involved in a county-wide project, gain community service hours, and maybe even win some awesome prizes. The event will be held via Zoom and is open to any current high school students that live in Bergen County.
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Thursday, October 28 @ 06:00 PM
The Arc of New JerseyAdvocating for Your Child and Their Education (The Arc of New Jersey)
The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute invites you to attend our 2021-2022 Special Education Webinar Series. This series will provide students, parents, and professionals with valuable information about trending topics in special education. Each webinar will be 45 minutes in length, followed by 15 minutes of Q&A with our guest presenters.
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Thursday, October 28 @ 06:00 PM
Strive Autism Center - Pottstown
PottstownAutism Friendly Trunk or Treat - Pottstown (First Children Services)
Sensory friendly Trunk or Treat! REGISTRATION APPRECIATED BUT NOT REQUIRED
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Monday, November 1 - Wednesday, December 1 @ 03:00 PM (Monthly)
Camden County Partnership for ChildrenMonthly Youth Town Hall
Purpose: To offer the youth and young adults in our community a safe place to come together and have meaningful discussions around current events such as: Black Lives Matter, racism, social injustice etc.
First Thursday of EVERY month 3-5pm. Registration is required
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Thursday, November 4 @ 03:00 PM (Monthly)
Weekly Virtual Forum/Youth Town Hall on Racism and Social Justice
Free Monthly event - First Thursday of the month, 3-5 PM
VIRTUAL TOWN HALL - Youth voices matter!
Registration Required
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Friday, November 5 @ 12:00 PM
Mental Health AmericaOur Future In Mind: Mental Health Summit (Mental Health America)
Streaming live on YouTube, this free two-day summit gives you front-row access to the most innovative mental health organizations and campaigns in the world. You’ll gain insight into how they got started, and you’ll learn (and unlearn) from young mental health experts to help you find your unique pathway into activism.
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Friday, November 5 - Saturday, November 6 @ 05:00 PM
IDONTMIND and Mental Health AmericaOur Future in Mind Two-Day Virtual Summit
Streaming live on YouTube, this free two-day summit gives you front-row access to the most innovative mental health organizations and campaigns in the world. You’ll gain insight into how they got started, and you’ll learn (and unlearn) from young mental health experts to help you find your unique pathway into activism.
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Monday, November 8
Sesame StreetSesame Street Virtual Fun Run
The Sesame Street Fun Run is a series of Sesame Street-themed family-friendly fun runs supporting Sesame Workshop’s Yellow Feather Fund, which supports the organization’s wide-ranging social impact work around the world. Join us this fall for a virtual race in celebration of the newest resident of 123 Sesame Street: Tango, Elmo’s adopted puppy!
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Tuesday, November 9 @ 07:00 PM
Bergen County Special Services CAPE Resource CenterParent-to-Parent Exchange Meetings for Parents of Students under age 21 with Disabilities - November (CAPE Resource Center)
Parenting a child or youth with intellectual and /or developmental disabilities presents unique challenges, as well as many joys. Join other parents and laugh, cry and learn as you share with other parents/caregivers to share your experiences.
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Wednesday, November 10 @ 04:00 PM
Nationwide Children's HospitalADHD: When is it more than just selective hearing or "being a kid"? (Family ECHO)
We will discuss the symptoms parents should monitor, including when to discuss with their child’s doctor and what information to bring to that visit. We will also discuss medical and behavioral treatment strategies and review the research supporting their use.
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Thursday, November 11 @ 07:00 PM
Bergen County Special Services CAPE Resource CenterLet's Get Together and Talk - for Parents of Adult Children 21+ w/Disabilities - November (CAPE Resource Center)
Parent-to-Parent Exchange Meeting Facilitator Doreen Moran, a parent and a professional in the field of disabilities, will moderate these timely and informative meetings.
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Friday, November 12 - Friday, December 31
The Renfrew Center FoundationPerspectives on Feminism, Eating Disorders and Beyond
Beginning on Thursday, November 11, 2021, and available through Friday, December 31, 2021, Renfrew will bring you a virtual Conference offering up to 38 CEs/CMEs/Contact Hours, showcasing 3 exciting Keynote presentations, 6 live Master Classes, 16 on demand workshops, networking activities and many special events which have been a part of the Renfrew Conference for the past three decades. We will live-stream our three Keynote speakers: Gabourey Sidibe, award-winning actress and author, Joel Yager, MD, distinguished researcher in the field of eating disorders and Amy Banks, MD and Maureen Walker, PhD, pioneers of Relational-Cultural Theory and Feminist Therapy.
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Friday, November 12 @ 11:45 AM
The Center for Alcohol and Drug ResourceSeeds of Change Conference: Bias, Prejudice & Stereotypes "What Does That Have to do With Me?" (CAFS)
Participants will be able to:
- increase awareness of the intersections of race, trauma, and health disparities among people who use drugs,
- increase understanding of how policies and practices are influenced by implicit bias and stigma, and
- increase understanding of the principles of harm reduction.
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Sunday, November 14 @ 10:30 AM
Teaneck Cinemas
TeaneckFilmJam Premiere of: 'Making of a Dream & Other Digital Shorts' (MarbleJam Kids)
Join us for the RED CARPET PREMIERE of 'Making of a Dream & Other Digital Shorts'
FilmJam is a summer workshop housed at MarbleJam Center - Hackensack. Students learn filmmaking from concept to creation under the direction of Raul Barcelona, Ph.D. teaching artist and professional filmmaker.
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Sunday, November 14 @ 06:30 PM (Monthly)
New Jersey Hope and HealingPenelope the Powerful Parrot - Free Monthly Zoom Readings
An interactive experience for children and adults to lessen the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic through the use of storytelling, movement and song in Spanish and English.
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Monday, November 15 @ 05:00 PM (Monthly)
CancerCareFomentando resiliencia un día a la vez (CancerCare)
El objetivo de este taller es ayudar y apoyar a las personas de habla hispana que viven con cáncer brindándoles información, educación y recursos, así como sugerencias para cultivar emociones positivas mientras se enfrentan a un diagnóstico de cáncer.
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Tuesday, November 16 @ 06:00 PM
The Arc of New JerseySocial Emotional Learning and the COVID Pandemic (The Arc of New Jersey)
The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute invites you to attend our 2021-2022 Special Education Webinar Series. This series will provide students, parents, and professionals with valuable information about trending topics in special education. Each webinar will be 45 minutes in length, followed by 15 minutes of Q&A with our guest presenters.
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Wednesday, November 17 @ 07:00 PM
Presenter: Becky Thomas, Self-Direction Program DirectorPersonal Preference Program (PPP): 101 (CAPE Resource Center)
This presentation is designed to provide you with the basics when self-directing Personal Care Assistance (PCA) services.
Subjects will include:
- Requesting a PCA assessment;
- Options counseling;
- How to calculate a monthly budget; and
- A walk-through of the program enrollment process.
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Thursday, November 18 @ 04:00 PM
Nationwide Children's HospitalIs it Anxiety or is it Autism? Understanding and Managing Anxiety in ASD (Family ECHO)
Learn how to identify the signs and symptoms of anxiety in children with ASD, how to get an appropriate diagnosis, and what treatment and support options are most effective for preventing or reducing anxiety in children with ASD. We will review evidence-based treatment strategies including the use of psychological, behavioral, and medication options.
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Friday, November 19 @ 12:00 PM
Northern Valley Regional High School - Demarest
DemarestNorthern Valley Wellness Fair
We are pleased to announce that we are planning our 3rd biennial Wellness Fair for this fall. We will again be seeking volunteers to share with students various aspects of wellness. This could be connected to emotional, physical, or anything that will expose students to options for improving their wellbeing.
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Tuesday, December 14 @ 07:00 PM
Bergen County Special Services CAPE Resource CenterParent-to-Parent Exchange Meetings for Parents of Students under age 21 with Disabilities - December (CAPE Resource Center)
Parenting a child or youth with intellectual and /or developmental disabilities presents unique challenges, as well as many joys. Join other parents and laugh, cry and learn as you share with other parents/caregivers to share your experiences.
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Thursday, December 16 @ 07:00 PM
Bergen County Special Services CAPE Resource CenterLet's Get Together and Talk - for Parents of Adult Children 21+ w/Disabilities - December (CAPE Resource Center)
Parent-to-Parent Exchange Meeting Facilitator Doreen Moran, a parent and a professional in the field of disabilities, will moderate these timely and informative meetings.
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Thursday, January 13 @ 06:00 PM
The Arc of New JerseySupporting Students with ADHD (The Arc of New Jersey)
The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute invites you to attend our 2021-2022 Special Education Webinar Series. This series will provide students, parents, and professionals with valuable information about trending topics in special education. Each webinar will be 45 minutes in length, followed by 15 minutes of Q&A with our guest presenters.
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Thursday, February 10 @ 06:00 PM
The Arc of New JerseyPre Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) in School (The Arc of New Jersey)
The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute invites you to attend our 2021-2022 Special Education Webinar Series. This series will provide students, parents, and professionals with valuable information about trending topics in special education. Each webinar will be 45 minutes in length, followed by 15 minutes of Q&A with our guest presenters.
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Sunday, April 24 @ 10:00 AM
Westvale Park
WestwoodPaws For Recovery Walk (Alumni In Recovery)
In October, Alumni In Recovery will be holding the Paws For Recovery Walk — an event where people from the Bergen County area have a great opportunity to help raise funds for the organization, get together to raise awareness, and have some fun.
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Monday, June 20 @ 09:00 AM
Heart to Heart and Associates LLC
Rochelle ParkCamp Braveheart Summer Camp (H2H)
Inclusion Summer Camp for Special Needs Children!
Ages: 3-12
Campers participate in: yoga, art, music, cooking, social skills groups, and outdoor play.