The Practice of Presence with the Concord Free Public Library

Preventing Parental Burnout Wednesday, February 24 at 7 - 8 pm

The Covid crisis challenges us all, particularly parents who might work at home, act as teachers, and struggle to keep their families safe, well and (relatively) calm during a pandemic. Join CFPL's The Practice of Presence program on February 24 to discuss mindful ways to prevent parental burnout in an age of increasing anxiety. Be Well Be Here founder Lara Wilson will be in conversation with Kendra Wilde, founder of Wild Peace for Parents, to share insights into how we can mitigate stress, engage in self-care, and support our family's wellbeing. Learn practical tips and mindful micro-actions that can be incorporated into daily life, and experiment with a few simple mindful wellness practices. You might even get a better night's sleep!

To Register, visit the CFPL Events page at ConcordLibrary.org

How do parents cope with the challenges of Covid19? Join this virtual Concord Free Public Library conversation to access sources of parental and personal strength that lead to family flexibility. Mindful wellness mentor Lara Wilson, MA, GCMS (parent of four young adults) will be available to offer suggestions and strategies. Gather online in community to share insights, empathy and encouragement as we make our way through unchartered territory - and honor the inner wisdom that guides us all. 

LIVE through Zoom! To register, email CFPLquestions@concordma.gov for the Zoom link.

SOLD OUT! Get ready to mindfully polish your manuscript! Be Well Be Here mindfully offers this unique 10-month Master Writing Workshop to a small group of writers who seek encouraging feedback, top-notch craft lectures, and a supportive group of fellow scribes. Led by Lara Wilson, MA, the workshop will include guest instruction by celebrated authors Marjan Kamali (The Stationery Shop) and Whitney Scharer (The Age of Light) as well as a visiting agent or editor (TBD). BWBH’s Master Writing Workshop takes place on

THURSDAYS at 7:00 - 9:30 pm:

February 27, March 26, April 30, May 21, June 25, July 30, August 27, Sept. 24, October 29, December 3

Applications include a 3-page writing sample.

$620 for the 10-month workshop. Limited scholarship funds are available on the basis of need.

How do parents cope with the challenges of Covid19? Join this virtual Concord Free Public Library conversation to access sources of parental and personal strength that lead to family flexibility. Mindful wellness mentor Lara Wilson, MA, GCMS (parent of four young adults) will be available to offer suggestions and strategies. Gather online in community to share insights, empathy and encouragement as we make our way through unchartered territory - and honor the inner wisdom that guides us all. 

LIVE through Zoom! To register, email CFPLquestions@concordma.gov for the Zoom link.

How do parents cope with the challenges of Covid19? Join this virtual Concord Free Public Library conversation to access sources of parental and personal strength that lead to family flexibility. Mindful wellness mentor Lara Wilson, MA, GCMS (parent of four young adults) will be available to offer suggestions and strategies. Gather online in community to share insights, empathy and encouragement as we make our way through unchartered territory - and honor the inner wisdom that guides us all. 

LIVE through Zoom! To register, email CFPLquestions@concordma.gov for the Zoom link.

Parenting is tough enough, but add sheltering at home during a pandemic and the stress can be overwhelming. Join this virtual Concord Free Public Library conversation to share insights, empathy and encouragement. Mindful wellness expert Lara Wilson, MA, GCMS (and parent of four young adults) will be available to offer mindfulness-based strategies. Gather online in community to feel supported, and experience how actively being in it together through meaningful conversation helps us get through challenging times. 

LIVE through Zoom! To register, email CFPLquestions@concordma.gov for the Zoom link.

Parenting is tough enough, but add sheltering at home during a pandemic and the stress can be overwhelming. Join this virtual Concord Free Public Library conversation to share insights, empathy and encouragement. Mindful wellness expert Lara Wilson, MA, GCMS (and parent of four young adults) will be available to offer mindfulness-based strategies. Gather online in community to feel supported, and experience how actively being in it together through meaningful conversation helps us get through challenging times. 

LIVE through Zoom! To register, email CFPLquestions@concordma.gov for the Zoom link.

Parenting is tough enough, but add sheltering at home during a pandemic and the stress can be overwhelming. Join this virtual Concord Free Public Library conversation to share insights, empathy and encouragement. Mindful wellness expert Lara Wilson, MA, GCMS (and parent of four young adults) will be available to offer mindfulness-based strategies. Gather online in community to feel supported, and experience how actively being in it together through meaningful conversation helps us get through challenging times. 

LIVE through Zoom! To register, email CFPLquestions@concordma.gov for the Zoom link.

Get ready to mindfully polish your manuscript! Be Well Be Here mindfully offers this unique 10-month Master Writing Workshop to a small group of writers who seek encouraging feedback, top-notch craft lectures, and a supportive group of fellow scribes. Led by Lara Wilson, MA, the workshop will include guest instruction by celebrated authors Marjan Kamali (The Stationery Shop) and Whitney Scharer (The Age of Light) as well as a visiting agent or editor (TBD). BWBH’s Master Writing Workshop takes place on

THURSDAYS at 7:00 - 9:30 pm:

February 27, March 26, April 30, May 21, June 25, July 30, August 27, Sept. 24, October 29, December 3

Applications include a 3-page writing sample.

$620 for the 10-month workshop. Limited scholarship funds are available on the basis of need.

SOLD OUT! Get ready to mindfully polish your manuscript! Be Well Be Here mindfully offers this unique 10-month Master Writing Workshop to a small group of writers who seek encouraging feedback, top-notch craft lectures, and a supportive group of fellow scribes. Led by Lara Wilson, MA, the workshop will include guest instruction by celebrated authors Marjan Kamali (The Stationery Shop) and Whitney Scharer (The Age of Light) as well as a visiting agent or editor (TBD). BWBH’s Master Writing Workshop takes place on

THURSDAYS at 7:00 - 9:30 pm:

February 27, March 26, April 30, May 21, June 25, July 30, August 27, Sept. 24, October 29, December 3

Applications include a 3-page writing sample.

$620 for the 10-month workshop. Limited scholarship funds are available on the basis of need.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO A COMMUNITY MEETING SCHEDULED AT THE SAME TIME BY CONCORD-CARLISLE HIGH SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT, LAURIE HUNTER, TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ABOUT SUICIDE AND MENTAL HEALTH.

Where: CCHS Learning Commons

When: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10 at 7:00 - 8:30 pm

What: Community Conversation about Suicide and Mental Health

Who: Riverside Trauma Center, CCHS Staff & Local Mental Health Professionals

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Postponed:

Stress and Tech:

Finding A Balance between Distraction and Connection

CONCORD FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10 at 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Join us for this community conversation about the powerful pull of digital devices, and discover ways to shift our attention toward a healthy relationship with technology. Adrienne Principe, founder of Turning Life On, will illuminate how tech experts harness neurobiology to grab our attention and what we can do about it. Be Well Be Here founder and mindful wellness consultant, Lara Wilson, will share simple mindful practices that help us shift our awareness toward healthy habits of attention.

LEARN MORE ABOUT:

Persuasive Design – the science behind tech programs that harness the flow                                              between anxiety and boredom to keep us hooked

Tech as Tiger – how the intense desire to be on screens impacts our health

Digital Distraction – the relational consequences of children and families missing out                                on natural paths to connection

GATHER TIPS TO:

• Keep tech in check while still feeling connected to community

• Encourage children to understand the impact of their digital habits

• Create mindful wellness practices that regulate well-being and bring us together

Discover a New Kind of Tech Support!