Upcoming Programs & Events for Parents |
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10th Annual Reducing Stress & Anxiety Conference: Fostering Resilience & Wellbeing at Every Stage of Parenting
This conference brings together trusted experts, practical tools, and meaningful connection to reduce anxiety and strengthen wellbeing for parents, caregivers, and grandparents. |
Morning Breakout Sessions
Age-Specific Challenges & Triumphs: Focused sessions for Early Childhood, School Age, Adolescence, Young Adults, and Grandparenting.
- Emily Fried (ages 0-4) – Tiny Humans with Big Feelings (and Stressed Parents!)
- Melissa Holland (ages 5-10) – Parenting through the Elementary School Ages: What You Need to Know
- Ryan O’Millian & Kimberly Bryant (ages 11-18) – Adolescence: Between Dependence and Independence
- Lisa Kaplan (ages 18-25+) – From Parenting to Partnership: Navigating the Transition to Adulthood
- Marie Nowacki Ford – Grandparenting in the Modern Era: Generational Parenting and Boundaries
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Afternoon Breakout Sessions
Tools & Strategies for Parental Wellbeing: Experiential sessions on stress reduction, mindfulness, communication, self-compassion, and supporting neurodivergent children.
- Jenny Hecht – Yoga, Mindfulness, & Guided Reflection
- Susan Caso – Communication That Builds Understanding
- Dr. Samantha Monk Grigsby – Calm in the Chaos: Managing Parenting Stress and Overwhelm with Mindful Self-Compassion
- Stacey Acquavella – Regulation Is the Self-Care: Neurodivergent Parenting Without Burnout
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More Parent Engagement Network Events:
PEN Ambassadors:
- February 12 (Zoom), 6-7:30pm
- Learn more
- Parenting Book Groups coming this spring!
Coming Soon!
- Navigating AI - By popular request, Bobby and Whit are coming together again to help parents confidently support their children in the age of AI. Two workshops are currently being scheduled, including one in Spanish. Stay tuned!
- Vaping & Alcohol Prevention (Spanish program) - In partnership with Instituto para el fortalecimiento familiar (IFF). More information coming soon.
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Collaborating Partner Events:
Mike Whitaker, Parenting with Confidence in the Age of AI
- February 4, 5:30-7 PM
- Nurture: The Wellcare Marketplace Community Conversation, 2949 Federal Boulevard, Denver, CO 80211
- Learn more/Register
Mike Whitaker, Parenting with Confidence in the Age of AI: Discover Your Timeless Compass for Parenting in an Uncharted World
- February 13, 7-8 PM
- Family Throughlines Author Talk,
Inkberry Books, 7960 Niwot Road Suite B-3 Niwot, CO 80503
- Learn more/Register
Empowered Family Recovery
Free Community Reinforcement & Family Training (CRAFT) Classes
- Mondays, starting February 9th,
time TBD for 11 weeks
- Learn More
Motus Theater: Moving Stories that Move Us Forward
- Youth Behind & Beyond Bars — February 11, 8-8:50 AM
- Stories of Colorado and Country — April 4, 7-9 PM
- Learn More
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Parenting Well Podcast: Understanding What's Beneath Stress, Anxiety & Teen Behavior with Dan Fox |
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Dan Fox, MA, LPC, is our keynote speaker for the Reducing Stress & Anxiety Conference.
He sat down with our host, Dr. Shelly Mahon, last week to talk about how anxiety impacts our nervous systems and parenting.
Dan shares practical ways to stay attuned, regulate ourselves, and strengthen relationships with our kids. |
Our 2025 Impact Report is Available |
💜 2025 Parent Engagement Network Impact Report is available! 💜
Click here to view
Last year, over 1,000 parents, grandparents, and caregivers across Boulder, Weld, and Broomfield Counties participated in programs – building skills, confidence, and meaningful community connections.
- We hosted 20 community events and programs that increased understanding of key initiatives and left participants feeling more confident and effective in their parenting.
- 20 Parent Ambassadors, representing 18 schools, hosted 8 book groups (95 participants) and met monthly to share strategies, support families, and build leadership.
- 300 Community members came to learn, share, and deepen cultural connections at Celebrate Together! ¡Celebrando Juntos!
Since 2001, PEN has supported parents in raising happy, healthy humans, reaching 25,000+ parents, caregivers, families, and educators across two school districts. Together, we’re building a strong foundation of connection and support that strengthens our greater community.
Your participation and support makes this possible – we are truly grateful. |
Spotlight: Climate Resilience Workshop |
In January, Parent Engagement Network and Hope Coalition of Boulder County joined forces with Climate Emotional Resilience Institute (CERI) to bring our community heart-centered, climate-focused programs designed for parents. |
"It was wonderful. I really appreciated hearing everything in one place, it felt part of a really well-constructed storyline. And well facilitated!" – Deryn, Parent
"Being a parent and engaging in global negotiations and national resilience efforts makes it a necessity and not just a nice to have. So thank you for these offerings which are so needed in the world right now." - Sarah, Parent
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During the 75-minute basics workshop, the CERI team explored ways of building climate resilience in families. Participants learned grounding practices to share with kids, gained an understanding of how to have hard conversations, and were supported in taking meaningful action. |
Together, we’re building stronger families and more connected communities! |
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