Looking for something to do this week? From an author's talk about memes to a Mayor's tree planting, here's a lineup of options to help you get social around town.
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Professional Development for Educators: Teaching Middle School Students with ADHD
First, middle school teachers may be interested in this free workshop from the Children's Health Council (CHC). Director of EBC Schools at CHC, Chris Harris, will elucidate the similarities and differences between ADHD and anxiety, and will share strategies to alleviate the disruptive behavior that can occur with middle school students with ADHD.
When: Thursday, January 24, 4:30-6 p.m.
Where: CHC, 650 Clark Way
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Canopy’s 23rd Annual Palo Alto Mayor’s Tree Planting and Awards Ceremony
Next, join Palo Alto Mayor Eric Filseth for the annual Mayor's Tree Planting and Awards Ceremony. The event is sponsored by Canopy, a non-profit devoted to growing the tree canopy over urban communities in the Midpeninsula.
After the ceremonial planting with the Mayor, join fellow tree lovers for refreshments and then help celebrate the individuals and organizations who did the most to help grow and protect the urban forest in 2018.
When: Thursday, January 24, 5:15-7:30 p.m.
Where: Mitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Road
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to RSVP
For Future Reference: Memes to Movements
The Institute for the Future is behind this free talk on the good and bad of viral media. Author An Xiao Mina will discuss her new book, "Memes to Movements: How the World’s Most Viral Media is Changing Social Protest and Power". A reception and book signing follow.
When: Thursday, January 24, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Institute for the Future, 201 Hamilton Ave.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Parents Place Summer Camp Fair (All Ages)
Finally, start planning how your kids will spend their summer with this free "camp fair". Representatives from two dozen regional and independent summer camps, including sleepaway camps and special needs camps, are expected to be on hand to explain their offerings.
When: Sunday, January 27, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Parents Place Palo Alto at Koret Family Resource Center, 200 Channing Ave.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
