We hope you’re enjoying a wonderful fall!

It’s been a busy few weeks here at CARES, as I’m sure it has been for all of you! Our youth and leadership programs are underway, and we’re looking forward to connecting with you at CARES upcoming community programs & events.

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Preparing for the Age of AI.  We’re grateful to Conor and Finn Grennan for sharing their perspectives on AI and family life, and to New Canaan Library for partnering with us. We hope the evening sparked conversations that continue at home!

Thank you to our partners and community members for helping make these programs possible. 💚 💙

Have a great week,
Colleen

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HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH

ECCO Early Childhood Parenting Series: Understanding Developmental Milestones: 0–5
Tuesday, October 27 | 7:00–8:00 p.m. | Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium, New Canaan Library
Hear from experts about key physical, communication, and social-emotional milestones for children ages 0–5. Learn how to monitor your child’s development and discover practical ways to support their growth. 

Presented by ECCO in partnership with New Canaan Community Foundation, New Canaan Library, and New Canaan CARES. Register HERE

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CARES Community Parent Program: Building Strong Foundations: The Power of Nutrition and Rest in Childhood
Friday, November 6 | 9:30–10:30 a.m. | New Canaan Library

Join nutrition expert Abby Greenspun, and certified sleep consultant Jessica Berk for a panel and Q&A for elementary school parents and caregivers, offering practical, science-backed guidance on healthy nutrition, picky eating, sleep, and building healthy family routines.

Presented in partnership with NCPS East, South & West Elementary School PTCs. Register HERE

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CARES Family Meet-Up: CARES Conversation, Coffee & Play!
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 9–11 a.m. | New Canaan Country School

Join New Canaan CARES for a free, relaxed and fun-filled Saturday morning, featuring coffee and donuts for parents and supervised crafts and indoor sports for kids ages 3–11. Meet the CARES Board, learn more about our work, and share your ideas and feedback for future CARES programming.

Register HERE

Details and registration links for upcoming programs are below.

What a wonderful evening of learning and conversation at Preparing for the Age of AI! Families came together to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping our world and what it means for parents & children. Thank you to Conor and Finn Grennan and New Canaan Library for helping us bring this timely and important discussion to our community!

Thank you to SLOBS for helping with setup and breakdown, and to Jack-Oliver Jamin for promoting safer riding through a community-focused e-bike safety initiative at the CARES table.

His website features a free safety course designed to encourage responsible e-bike use on local roads. The course is especially valuable for younger riders who have not yet taken driver education classes, helping them learn the rules of the road, understand traffic safety, and develop responsible riding habits. Riders can take the course HERE

UPCOMING CARES PROGRAMS

NEW CANAAN LOCAL PREVENTION COUNCIL

CARES COMMUNITY PARTNERS