Congratulations to the Middle School Youth Advisory Board. They were recipients of an award from the American Red Cross for their contribution to victims of the September 11 tragedy.
Congratulations to the Middle School Youth Advisory Board. They were recipients of an award from the American Red Cross for their contribution to victims of the September 11 tragedy.
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Parent Support
New Support and Information Group for Parents of Substance-Abusing Teens ââ No fee. Ongoing, next meeting November 29, 7:30 to 8:30 pm at Youth Services.
New Moms â Groups will be starting again after the first of the year. Please call if you would be interested in the next session.
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Support Group for Parents of Children with Learning Differences â Whether your child has a special learning need, physical challenge or chronic illness, emotional challenge or ADD, this group offers support and skill building. Meetings are Monday mornings â bimonthly â 9:30 to 11 am. Upcoming meetings are December 3 and 17. For more information call the NYS office.
Fathersâ Nights ââ Next meeting is December 3 from 7:30 to 9 pm. Fathers have special relationships with their children. Come find out why these evenings get rave reviews!
Parent Program
Caving In ââ Tuesday, November 27 at 7 pm. How not to do it ⦠no matter how much whining, begging, pleading, demanding, weeping, or door-slamming invades your house. This free program is being presented by Sue Morse, MS. Call to register.
Youth Programs
SibShops ââ Free support group for siblings of children with special needs. Meeting the second Thursday of every month. Next meeting is December 6, 5:30 to 7:30 pm, pizza served. Call to register.
4-H â Elementary School meets Monday from 3:15 to 4:30 pm and Middle School meets Wednesday from 4 to 5:15 pm. Call for information. Meetings will now be held at NYS.
Children of Divorce Support Groups â For elementary students, Wednesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Help your children through this emotional time in their lives. Groups are ongoing. Call to register.
Youth Group Meetings
The HS YAB will meet next on Monday, November 26, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
The MS YAB will meet on Tuesday, November 27 from 4 to 5 pm at NYS.
NYCAAP meets on Tuesdays at 5:30 pm.
Entertainment 2002 Books are here! Discounts on food, clothing, restaurants, hotels and travel. Great as gifts â only $20 for the Fairfield County edition. Save money and support NYS!
All programs will take place at Newtown Youth Services, 41-A Main Street, unless otherwise noted. To register, or for further information, call 270-4335.