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06/23/2026

Summer's wide open hours raise two perennial questions: how to reset screen time once the school-year structure disappears, and how to fill the freed-up days with things that are good for kids and parents alike. This week rounds up seven favorite past summer posts to help with both.

06/23/2026

Lightning can strike up to 10 miles away from a storm. During Lightning Safety Awareness Week, remember: When thunder roars, go indoors. Move inside a sturdy building or hard-topped vehicle and stay away from windows, porches and trees.

Stay weather aware: ready.gov/thunderstorms-lightning

Please note Screenagers: Under the Influence has been cancelled for June 24th. We will be showing Screenagers: Generatio...
06/22/2026

Please note Screenagers: Under the Influence has been cancelled for June 24th. We will be showing Screenagers: Generation AI in the fall. Come back later this summer to upcoming dates.

06/22/2026

💜 Every young person deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported.

Research shows that protective factors make a real difference in the lives and relationships of LGBTQ+ youth, from family acceptance and supportive role models, to affirming environments and access to healthy, safe coping strategies.

Check out this graphic for a breakdown of key protective factors — and share it with someone who cares about and supports young people . 🧡

It's Internet Safety Month and there is so much you can do to stay safe on the internet. Want to learn how? Visit the ar...
06/18/2026

It's Internet Safety Month and there is so much you can do to stay safe on the internet. Want to learn how? Visit the article below from Mass.gov. We also have SDM right in our community that can help guide you through internet safety. We even did a podcast with them all about tweens and tech. Check out the link below!

Mass.gov article: https://www.mass.gov/news/internet-safety-month-keep-yourself-safe-online
SDM Information: https://www.sdmfoundation.org/
Podcast: youtube.com/watch?si=VPauA3g_KEShE-_M&v=w_taPLbsGnY&feature=youtu.be

06/18/2026

We appreciate the information offered by Futures Without Violence ... Is it love or is it lovebombing?
Read more:
https://promising.futureswithoutviolence.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Love-Bombing-Resource-for-TDVAM-2025.pdf

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is alerting parents, caregivers, clinicians, retailers, and local he...
06/17/2026

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is alerting parents, caregivers, clinicians, retailers, and local health departments of a nationwide recall of all lots of Nara Organics powdered infant formula. Nara Organics voluntarily recalled its products on June 13, 2026 due to a possible risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination.

Nara Organics Whole Milk Infant Formula was sold at Target stores, Target.com, and Nara.com from July 2025 to June 2026. Consumers may still have these products in their homes. Recalled products should not be used, sold, donated, distributed, or purchased.

For more information, visit https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/nara-organics-recalls-all-lots-nara-infant-formula-because-possible-health-risk

06/17/2026

The good news? Prevention is simple. Always use a food thermometer to ensure poultry reaches a safe internal temperature of 165 F. 🌡️

06/17/2026

Who says you have to travel far to have an adventure? Backyard or indoor camping is a simple way to break out of your usual routine and spend quality time together. Grab some blankets, tell stories, make your favorite camping snacks, and enjoy an evening focused on connection instead of screens.

Conversation starter: If you could camp anywhere in the world for one night, where would you choose and why?

We have multiple new recovery programs happening in our community and our surrounding community!Family program: June 17t...
06/17/2026

We have multiple new recovery programs happening in our community and our surrounding community!

Family program: June 17th at the Grade Episcopal Church in Medford 7:00Pm-8:00PM. Another session will be held on July 15th.
Veteran and First Responder Recovery Group: Every Tuesday at the First Baptist Church of Medford at 7:00PM
Recovery Yoga: Tuesday May 19-July 7th at the First Baptist Church of Melrose from 6:00PM-7:00PM hosted by NamaStay Sober

Thank you Mystic Valley Public Health Coalition and Medford Prevention and Outreach Department for collaborating and sharing these programs!

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