Middlesex County's Children's System of Care

Live at Cherry St Park
Friday, September 4 - Friday, September 11
Rahway
Live at Cherry St Park

Join the City of Rahway for its live musical summer series at Cherry St. Park

Rhythm & Blues SummerFest
Saturday, September 5 @ 2:00 PM
Somerset
One Family One Fight, Inc
Rhythm & Blues SummerFest

Rhythm & Blues SummerFest is a community music event hosted by One Family One Fight and TalkAboutIt Productions bringing people together for an evening of music, community connection, food vendors, and entertainment.

Bomba Dance Classes
Monday, September 7 - Monday, December 28
Highland Park (Weekly)
Bomba Dance Classes

Weekly dance classes are ongoing at Raíces Cultural Center! Join us to move and groove before the live drums, connect to culture and the rhythms of the Caribbean, and be a part of the living traditions we work to preserve and share.

Chance Makers Youth Leadership Program
Monday, September 7 - Monday, August 23 @ 1:00 PM
Palisades Park (Weekly)
Give Chances
Chance Makers Youth Leadership Program

Worldwide youth leadership program where students learn, lead, and serve to create real change. Grades 5-12 (Junior Chance Makers 5-8, Chance Makers 9-12). Mentoring, project leadership, and community service. Applications open now.

Digital Boundaries, Real-World Awareness: A Family Approach to Student Safety
Tuesday, September 8 @ 11:00 AM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
Digital Boundaries, Real-World Awareness: A Family Approach to Student Safety

From gaming and social media to walking home from school, this session provides families with the tools to protect kids in today’s world.

Becoming Circle: A Mentorship & Brotherhood Experience for Young Men
Tuesday, September 8 @ 6:00 PM (Weekly)
One Family One Fight, Inc
Becoming Circle: A Mentorship & Brotherhood Experience for Young Men

A free virtual mentorship experience for young men ages 12–25 focused on identity, leadership, emotional wellness, life skills, accountability, and positive mentorship in a supportive brotherhood environment.

Mexican Folkloric Festival
Saturday, September 12
Mexican Folkloric Festival
Beyond the Bell: Building a Community-Wide Attendance Team
Tuesday, September 15 @ 12:00 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
Beyond the Bell: Building a Community-Wide Attendance Team

Chronic absenteeism is a complex challenge that requires more than a school-based solution.
This workshop brings together school staff and community-based organizations (CBOs) to explore how a coordinated, community-wide approach can better support student attendance and engagement.

Your Career, Your Choice: Youth-Led Employment Planning with Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Tuesday, September 15 @ 12:00 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
Your Career, Your Choice: Youth-Led Employment Planning with Vocational Rehabilitation Services

In this 60-minute webinar, join presenter Tonia Weichmann, Parent Network of Western New York, to find out how youth-led employment planning works while prioritizing youth voice, as well as understanding the role of the VR counselor and school staff.

Ask the Expert Webinar Series: ADHD Support That Grows With Your Child
Friday, September 18 @ 6:00 PM
CHADD's National Resource Center on ADHD
Ask the Expert Webinar Series: ADHD Support That Grows With Your Child

Join this free webinar focused on how to approach ADHD treatment as an ongoing process rather than a one-time fix. Bust common myths, discuss how to evaluate your child’s current treatment, and explore what to consider when it’s time to make a change. And how to shift from directing your child’s care to collaborating with them, so they’re invested in the supports that work for them.

Transition to Adult Services
Thursday, September 24 @ 7:00 PM
Maximum Community Support Services
Transition to Adult Services

Families often have questions about what happens after high school for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Join Maximum Community for a free virtual educational presentation covering the transition to adult services, available resources, and practical steps for families.

YMCA of the Jersey Shore Counseling Invites the Community to Passport to Wellness Open House
Friday, September 25 @ 10:00 AM
Matawan
YMCA of the Jersey Shore
YMCA of the Jersey Shore Counseling Invites the Community to Passport to Wellness Open House

Free Event Will Connect Residents and Community Professionals with Local Mental Health, Recovery, and Support Services.

Executive Functioning: Practical Tools for Helping Kids Become More Independent
Wednesday, September 30 @ 3:30 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
Executive Functioning: Practical Tools for Helping Kids Become More Independent

Executive functioning skills help children plan, get started, stay organized, manage emotions, adapt to change and follow through.

DDD Welcome Lunchtime Session - October
Thursday, October 1 @ 12:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
DDD Welcome Lunchtime Session - October

These welcome sessions support the Division’s mission to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities receive quality services, participate meaningfully in their communities, and exercise their right to make choices.

Save the Date: 42nd Annual Statewide Self-Advocacy Network Fall Conference
Friday, October 2
Save the Date: 42nd Annual Statewide Self-Advocacy Network Fall Conference

Save the Date for our Annual Fall Conference on October 2nd at Pines Manor in Edison! Registration will open over the summer!

Getting it Done: Hacks for Homework and Life
Tuesday, October 20 @ 12:00 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
Getting it Done: Hacks for Homework and Life

Homework time can be challenging, but with the right tools and structure, it can become more manageable and productive. The session introduces practical strategies to help children stay organized, focused, and confident in completing their assignments.

Wednesday, October 21 @ 3:30 PM
Matawan
Matawan Aberdeen Public Library
Senior and Memory Care Resource Fair

The Senior and Memory Care Fair is designed to connect older adults, individuals living with memory loss, their families, and caregivers with trusted local resources, services, and support.

DDD Welcome Evening Session with Topic Breakouts - October
Thursday, October 22 @ 6:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
DDD Welcome Evening Session with Topic Breakouts - October

These welcome sessions support the Division’s mission to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities receive quality services, participate meaningfully in their communities, and exercise their right to make choices.

The Power of Words: Helping Children Grow Through Everyday Language
Wednesday, October 28 @ 3:30 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
The Power of Words: Helping Children Grow Through Everyday Language

The words we use can shape how children see themselves, respond to challenges, and connect with others. Learn simple ways to use language that builds confidence, encourages responsibility, and strengthens relationships.

Free Webinar: The Future of A.I. in Brain Injury
Thursday, November 19 @ 12:00 PM
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey (BIANJ)
Free Webinar: The Future of A.I. in Brain Injury

Brain Injury Rehabilitation: Discover how AI, virtual reality, and adaptive technologies are shaping the future of rehabilitation while examining important ethical, clinical, and human-centered considerations.