Tagged With "Annual Sebastopol Snowflake Hunt"
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Chalk it up with Peace
Celebrate United Nations International Day of Peace! Although we cannot do a big celebration all together we CAN still connect and be united. Chalk it up with Peace is a Peacetown project designed to bring our community together through the promotion of peace through street art. Take your families out on Monday September 21st and spread the love! You can "chalk it up" at parks, in the Barlow, town square, or even in your own neighborhood. Need chalk? You can purchase chalk at Toyworks or Art...
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Free Resilience Training for MediCal Providers
Dovetail Learning is offering resilience training for MediCal providers to increase provider resilience to mitigate the affects of vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue that comes with doing the ACEs screening itself. We Are Resilient™ is a research based set of skills for providers and patients to become their most resilient self. Here is the link to register for Part 1 of 2 for a 90 minute training: We Are Resilient™ Training (free to medical providers) in October (date TBD) For a little...
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Sonoma County ACES Connection Meeting Notes 9/23
Welcome https://www.acesconnection.com/g/sonoma-county-aces-connection Grounding activity - Introductions - Invited each of 15 in attendance to introduce themselves and share what brings them to this gathering. Alison Lobb - Mind Body Skills group cohort - these groups count toward parole officer education hours. Now have a waiting list of 3-4 people! Project coordination for mental health collaboration project - during pretrial period - support transition into community and treatment -...
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SCAC Community Manager is a "Local Who Makes a Difference"
So often the work we do around ACEs, trauma, and resilience can be seen as part of the larger landscape and not receive the recognition it deserves. Today I am happy to share tha t Elizabeth Smith the Sonoma County ACEs Connection Community Manager was formally selected by the City of Sebastopol! The City of Sebastopol explains why Elizabeth was selected: Elizabeth is an author, public speaker and advocate for suicide awareness and the prevention of child abuse and neglect. She is the...
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What’s with the pink flamingos in front of the fire station? (SonomaWest)
By Laura Hagar Rush, Townsy, February 24, 2021, Sonoma West. Sebastopudlians driving down Bodega Avenue Wednesday morning saw an unusual sight in front of the Sebastopol Fire Department: a flock of flamingos. Pink, plastic flamingos to be exact — some with hand-knitted scarves, some painted, some beribboned and one with a pink feather boa and pink flamingo glasses. [ Please click here to read more ]
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Elizabeth Smith uses her early struggles to help families and children build resilience [sonomawest.com]
By Laura Hagar Rush, Sonoma West Times & News, March 2, 2021 A recent transplant to Sebastopol, Elizabeth Smith has thrown herself into serving the Sebastopol community, especially its children, in so many ways it’s hard to count – all the while, trying to establish a career and raising two children together with her husband Teran, a Sonoma County native. An author, public speaker and advocate for suicide awareness and the prevention of child abuse and neglect, Smith is the founder of...
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Easter Egg Hunt To-Go to buffer toxic stress?
As we approach another Easter without the excitement of community Easter egg hunts, school activities, and all the things that make the holidays special for community and especially our children- their POSITIVE Childhood experiences. Last year I coordinated a Easter Egg Hunt To-Go and have ran with the idea again this year. With the support of almost 20 organizations, it is coming together nicely. Inside the Easter Egg Hunt To-Go bags will be a dozen eggs including one golden egg with a...
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Mortality Report for Sonoma County in 2020
Attached is the link to view the Mortality Report for Sonoma County in 2020. Limited to residents of Sonoma County
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April's meeting to take a deeper dive into 2020 Mortality Report for Sonoma County
Our upcoming SCAC meeting on April 22nd will have guest, Jenny Mercado-Epidemiologist at Sonoma County Department of Health Services Public Health to walk us through the Sonoma County Mortality Report for 2020. Please join us and feel free to share! Attached is the report to view.
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Elizabeth Smith knits together families and communities through her own healing journey
(l to r) Elizabeth Smith and Peacetown board of directors: David, Amitiel, Jim aka Mr. Music, and Jasmine. Only eight years ago, Elizabeth Smith was experiencing severe chronic stress. Raising a young son on her own, she was employed as a technician at a county hospital in Northern California that had downsized staff and increased her workload , as well that of other staff. She was helping to raise the morale of her fellow workers and served as a liaison between staff and the administration,...
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April Meeting Notes
Agenda *Welcome *Mindful Moment *Introductions *Early Learning Institute-Kathy Kelley *2020 Mortality Report of Sonoma County- Jenny Mercado *Steering Committee Report *ACEs Connection-Karen Clemmer *Action/Future Agenda items Welcome & mindful moment Welcome & introductions -Elizabeth Smith, Sonoma County ACEs Connection Community Manager -Paige Loeven, Project Specialist, West County Health Centers -Michael Ellison, Buckelew Programs Administrative Assistant & Community...
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Sebastopol Community Needs Summit
There will be a Sebastopol Community Needs Summit, which will be held (on Zoom) on May 12, from 4-7:30pm. This is a collaborative effort among many service clubs in the area to assess community needs. As the Community Manager of Sonoma County ACEs Connection, I have been asked to serve on a panel to discuss mental health, and PACEs. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you would like to provide your input on what the needs are for Sebastopol specifically around PACEs...
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Sebastopol Community Needs Summit TONIGHT
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcvc-muqz8oGtRROh8WZY6xZooTtP_-YZfm Here are the details for tonight: Date Wednesday, May 12, 2021 Time 4pm - 7:30pm SebSummit Zoom Link SUMMIT DOWNLOADS Sebastopol Summit Program Sebastopol Guide to Nonprofits and Service Organizations Sebastopol Summit Program 4:00pm | Welcome | Una Glass, Mayor, City of Sebastopol 4:10pm | Opening Remarks | Hal Kwalwasser, Rotary Club of Sebastopol 4:25pm | Panel #1: Food & Housing 5:20pm | Panel #2: Mental Health...
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Service organizations, nonprofits and others gather to discuss community needs. SCAC was a part of this discussion
Last week the city of Sebastopol and its economic vitality contractor, CoMission, hosted the Community Needs Summit, a gathering of representatives from local service organizations and nonprofits. The meeting featured in-depth panel discussions on food and housing, mental health and schools, environment and community enrichment, which revealed several key needs and facts. SCAC Community Manager, Elizabeth Smith was one of the Panelists: Smith said with the recent fires, floods and now the...
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Peacetown offers many ways to engage the youth
Youth engagement is linked to positive outcomes for young people, adults, agencies and communities. Surrounding them with positive social connections, acknowledge young people as co-builders of society, encourage young people to express themselves, support young people’s leadership development, and encourages mental well being. Peacetown Summer Concerts are a 10 week series free to community that promotes peace and builds community. Beginning July 7th-September 8th, every Wednesday form...
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June Meeting Notes
SCAC Zoom meeting 6.24.21 Agenda *Welcome *Deep Breathing/Grounding Moment *Introductions *Dovetail Learning Presentation-Bryan Clement *Wildfire Resources to buffer toxic stress *Peacetown outreach opportunity *SCAC Social *Open Discussion *Action/Future Agenda items Welcome & mindful moment Welcome & introductions -Elizabeth Smith, Sonoma County ACEs Connection Community Manager -Paige Loeven, Project Specialist, West County Health Centers -Michael Ellison, Buckelew Programs...
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Peacetown and Sonoma County ACEs Connection awareness
It is that time of year, summer.. Summer means Peacetown! This is a FREE community summer concert series from July 7th-September 8th from 4:30-7:30PM in The Barlow, Sebastopol. One element of Peacetown is the Family Village, this is a space for families to play, engage, and have access to local resources. Every week organizations come and have authentic community engagement and conversation that provides positive experiences for both the families and the children. Sonoma County ACEs...
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Resource: Coping with Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic One-Pager (English & Spanish!)
English: The California Department of Public Health, Injury and Prevention Branch (CDPH/IVPB) and the California Department of Social Service, Office of Child Abuse Prevention’s (CDSS/OCAP) , Essentials for Childhood (EfC) Initiative , ACEs Connection , and the Yolo County Children’s Alliance co-created “Coping with Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic” in both English and Spanish. This material is intended for Californian families experiencing the severe economic consequences resulting from...
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Sonoma County ACEs Connection Monthly Meeting
Next Thursday, August 26th from 3-4PM is the monthly Sonoma County ACEs Connection meeting. Gravenstein Health Action Coalition will be giving a presentation. Below is the zoom link as well as information on an upcoming Sonoma County ACEs Connection social event. The social will be held on September 2nd at 6PM , outside at Gravenstein Grill in Sebastopol. Please RSVP to me by August 27th. All are welcome to attend, so please feel free to share. I wanted to create this space so we can...
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Community Partner Action Meeting
September 7th is the Community Partner Action Meeting led by Erika Klohe of Providence, Sonoma County. Many wonderful resources are shared and connections are made. Please consider the information in this email may have educational content (videos, articles, podcasts, books reviews, research, etc.) that could active or trigger someone depending on their trauma history. Community Partner Connection (CPC) Agenda 9/07/2021: Welcome Brief Group Updates Path to Hope Live: I will send follow up...
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Sonoma County: The American Rescue Plan and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (ARPA) (sonomacounty.ca.gov)
ARPA Town Halls: Join us to gather input on where and how Sonoma County might best invest ARPA dollars. Each virtual Town Hall will be hosted by the supervisor for that district and will include an overview of ARPA funding along with small group community conversations. Please make sure to register by clicking on the links below. September 23, 6 - 8 pm (District 3 - Supervisor Coursey) : Register Now September 30, 5:30 - 7:30 (District 5 - Supervisor Hopkins) : Register Now October 4, 5:30 -...
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A very merry Peacetown Christmas opportunity for Positive Childhood Experiences
Want to set up a table and take part in Sebastopol's Peacetown Family Village Holiday event, to bring awareness of your organizations resources and make connections in the community? December 5th from 2-4PM there will be holiday music, art crafts, and lots of peace to go around. If you would like more information or to secure a table spot, email elizabeth@projectwholechild.com
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Peacetown Family Village and snowflake hunt coming up in Sebastopol(SoCo News)
By Camille Escovedo, Staff Writer of SoCo News. Sebastopolians are invited to make merry at the Peacetown Family Village and snowflake hunt on Sunday, Dec. 5, from 2-4 p.m. The free event will be held at Peacetown’s new brick and mortar location in the Barlow, across the street from Taylor Lane Coffee in the former Foundry building. Children can write letters to Santa to be “mailed” to the North Pole and take photos with the man himself at the event, according to Elizabeth Smith, a Peacetown...
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Housing, homelessness, and Mental Health
West County Community Services is hosting a Facebook Live on December 13, 2021, at 6:00 PM where they will be giving an update and hosting a discussion on current and planned housing and mental health services available in Greater Sebastopol. Items to share and discuss include: -focus of Sebastopol Homeless Outreach Coordinator -Park Village successes and updates -Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) and how to access it -Mental health walk-in and group support available at Wellness...
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Tide Pool Wilderness Exploration
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Positive Childhood Experience through finding a snowflake!
Please share and enjoy the 2nd Annual Sebastopol Snowflake Hunt. Print the map and use the clues to walk around Sebastopol to find the snowflakes. Sonoma County PACEs Connection is providing this activity as a way to enjoy community traditions, make memories, and get outside.
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SCPC brings Positive Experiences this spring
Sonoma County PACEs Connection is proud to be a partner in the local service club led Annual Easter Egg Hunt. This is the first in person community Easter egg hunt since 2019.
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Sonoma County PACEs Connection March Minutes
March 24th, 3-4PM via Zoom Agenda: Welcome and Introductions Mindful Moment Community PACES Champion Celebrating Parents as Heroes event ARPA update Steering Committee Future Meetings: In-Person, Zoom, hybrid Outreach Partner Check-Ins Future Agenda items In attendance: Elizabeth Smith-SCPC Community Manager, Bryan Clement-ACES Resource Network, Renee Alger-First 5 Sonoma, Evette Minor, Lizbeth Torres-CPI, Dana Swilley-Sonoma Connect/Sonoma Unidos, Katherine Ferry-SCIHP, Irma Cuevas-Violence...
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May Meeting Minutes
*Mindful moment *Welcome/Introductions *Celebrating Parents as Heroes event recap *Grant Update *ARPA Update *Blue Dot Project *Member Check-in *Action items/future guest speakers In attendance: Elizabeth Smith-Community Manager, Chuck Fisher Ph.D-ED Dovetail Learning, Dana Swiley-Sonoma Connect/Sonoma Unidos, Bryan Clement-ACES Resource Network, Irma Cuevas-Wrap Around Coordinator Community Engagement City of Santa Rosa, Lizbeth Torres-CPI, Liz George-RN-PHN-HNB-BC-IBCLC Senior Public...
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Positive Experiences through Sebastopol's Peacetown Family Village
As the season begins to wind down, I love to reflect on the impact made during the Peacetown Summer Concert Series. As a board member, Founder of the Peacetown Family Village, and took on a new role this year as Stage Manager for a youth led stage, it was a HUGE undertaking with more value than any price tag (thankfully because I do this uncompensated). Moving from a local park with one stage to The Barlow with 13 different music venues every Wednesday for 14 weeks during the summer. I take...
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One small act of PCE's during COVID ripple through California state
“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” —Desmond Tutu Today memories on social media reminded me of a moment in time where creativity shined through brightly to ensure that children had access to Positive Childhood Experiences and Protective Factors during a time where isolation was at an all time high, and it spread 500 miles away from Sonoma County all the way to Los Angeles County. I wanted to find a way to meet...
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Rotary Club hosts panel discussion on mental health
Sonoma County PACEs Connection, Community Manager set to be a panelist speaking to Children's Mental Health. Between fires, floods, power shutoffs, and a pandemic, our children have faced more adversity than ever before. Sebastopol Rotary is happy to host a panel discussion October 21 on the topic of their mental health. We hope this will not only raise awareness but provide some insight as to where we can be of help. If you're interested in attending and you are not currently a member,...