Upcoming events.

Jul
10

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

July’s Fairport Library circle is one week later due to the July 4 holiday.

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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2-Day Restorative Justice Training
Jul
16
to Jul 17

2-Day Restorative Justice Training

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Restorative Justice is a profound shift in how we approach harm, conflict, and community. Join us for an immersive two-day training that will equip you with foundational restorative practice skills and the mindset that underlies all restorative work. In this training participants will experience community building circles, learn processes that foster community, healing and accountability.

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1-Day Advanced Circle Facilitation Training
Jul
31

1-Day Advanced Circle Facilitation Training

Building on community building circle facilitation skills, participants will experience lower to higher risk circles, understand the trauma informed elements of circle that can support emotion, difference and grief within the circle. This experiential training will build facilitator capacity to hold a safe and brave circle space.

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1-Day Re-Engagement Circle Training
Aug
7

1-Day Re-Engagement Circle Training

Whether a young person is returning from a suspension, a long struggle with truancy, or a period of personal absence, the way we welcome them back determines if they stay. Join us for a cross-sector training designed for Administrators, Teachers, Coaches, and Community Mentors.

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Aug
7

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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2-Day Responding to Conflict and Harm Training
Aug
20
to Aug 21

2-Day Responding to Conflict and Harm Training

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How do we create a culture of responsibility and accountability? Building on Tier 1 practices of proactive community building, this training focuses on repairing relationships when both low level and more serious incidents of harm occur.

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Sep
4

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Oct
2

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Nov
6

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Dec
4

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Jun
5

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Jun
4

Winton Library Community Circle

Please join us for a monthly community building circle!  We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened.  The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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May
18

Community Connection Circle - Irondequoit Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the third Monday of the month at Irondequoit Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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May
8

Community Building Circle - Webster Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the second Friday of each month at Webster Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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May
7

Winton Library Community Circle

Please join us for a monthly community building circle!  We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened.  The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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May
1

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Apr
24

Phillis Wheatley Community Circle

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, at Phillis Wheatley Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Apr
20

Community Connection Circle - Irondequoit Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the third Monday of the month at Irondequoit Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Re-Engagement Process Training
Apr
10

Re-Engagement Process Training

Whether a young person is returning from a suspension, a long struggle with truancy, or a period of personal absence, the way we welcome them back determines if they stay.

Join us for a cross-sector training designed for Administrators, Teachers, Coaches, and Community Mentors.

Learn how to transform "re-entry" from a bureaucratic process into a powerful moment of community healing.

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Apr
3

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Mar
16

Community Connection Circle - Irondequoit Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the third Monday of the month at Irondequoit Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Mar
13

Community Building Circle - Webster Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the second Friday of each month at Webster Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Mar
6

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Feb
27

Phillis Wheatley Community Circle

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, at Phillis Wheatley Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Feb
23

Community Connection Circle - Irondequoit Library

February’s circle is one week later due to the President’s Day holiday.

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the third Monday of the month at Irondequoit Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Feb
13

Community Building Circle - Webster Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the second Friday of each month at Webster Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Feb
6

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

Registration Closed

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Jan
2

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the first Friday of each month at Fairport Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

Registration Closed

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Dec
15

Community Connection Circle - Irondequoit Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the third Monday of the month at Irondequoit Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Dec
12

Community Building Circle - Webster Library

Please join us for a monthly community building circle, the second Friday of each month at Webster Public Library! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Postponed - Free Community Workshop - Deep Listening: Building Compassion and Connection
Nov
28

Postponed - Free Community Workshop - Deep Listening: Building Compassion and Connection

Deep listening, with an open heart, is a two-fold practice that nourishes our lives and those around us. In this workshop, we will explore inner listening to ourselves, our truth, and the self-compassion that arises when we acknowledge, with kindness and acceptance, our inner voice that so needs our time and attention.

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Academic Circles Training
Nov
21

Academic Circles Training

In this training, teachers will learn how to use the Circle process and the key elements of Community Building to teach lessons. It embeds the foundational characteristics of Restorative Practices: relationship, trust, and high student accountability into all subject areas.

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Nov
14

Community Building Circle - Webster

Please join us for a monthly community building circle! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Nov
7

Making Connections Community Circle - Fairport

Please join us for a monthly community building circle! We are social beings that not only need connection -- we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a safe space to make connections, build relationships and be heard. Each circle focuses on a meaningful topic that is chosen by trained facilitators . There is never any pressure to speak, or to return, but our hope is that after experiencing a community building circle and the relationships that develop there, you'll join us again as we build community together.

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Coming Back to Life Workshop
Oct
25

Coming Back to Life Workshop

With escalating global violence, the unraveling of democracy, and ongoing climate and biodiversity collapse, many of us feel deep grief fear and powerlessness over the increased suffering that is all around us. This experiential workshop offers ways to transform these feelings into soulful actions grounded in insight and compassion.

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