August 2025 News & Resources

Stamford Prevention Council Meeting

Friday September 26^th in-person only in the 6^th floor training room at the Stamford Government Center.

August Celebrations: A Month of Happiness and Wellness

Did you know that August is not only Happiness Happens Month but also National Sandwich Month?

Personally, I find that sandwiches bring me happiness, making them the perfect match!

Additionally, we observe Black Business Month and National Wellness Month, so remember to stay safe, hydrated, and take care of your well-being.1

Reports & Data

Back to School Resources

Child Mind Institute

We have advice to help kids begin the new school year on the right foot, especially those with mental health or learning challenges.

Wrapping Up Our 2025 Summer Vacation

As the summer of 2025 draws to a close, the Stamford Prevention Council wishes you a wonderful remainder of the season while offering our support. In this month's article, we spoke with several amazing organizations and asked them these amazing questions and some more:

What activities did you engage in this summer?
What are your plans for the upcoming school year?
How can you contribute to our Stamford community?

And, of course, we’ve included the most asked summer question, which you'll need to keep reading to find out!

Youth Interviews- Conducted by Kiara

Future Five

In an exclusive interview, Oscar Guzman, Director of High School Programming, and Mildred Triana, Director of Post-Secondary Pathways at Future Five, share insights into the nonprofit's mission and recent initiatives. Established in 2009 by Cliff McFeely, Future Five is dedicated to supporting low-income students in Stamford, Connecticut, helping them realize their potential and achieve their aspirations.

The Golden Ticket

In the heart of Connecticut, a remarkable university student is making waves with her charitable initiative. I sat down with Amanda Simmons, a senior at the University of Hartford and the newly crowned National American Miss Connecticut, to discuss the Golden Ticket—a platform she created to bring joy to families and children across the state.

Mayor’s Youth Employment Program

In a recent conversation with an amazing Stamford high graduate and now UConn pre-med student, Aracely Cervantes, we explored her experiences with the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program. Aracely, who dreams of becoming a cardiothoracic or plastic surgeon, shared insights about this impactful initiative.

InnerBloom

We got to learn more about InnerBloom, an amazing platform that has just started, and it’s focused on helping our community and our people bloom into the best version of themselves.

Quote Of The Month

Download them as wallpapers for your phone, laptops, and iPads! Phone Wallpaper

Laptop Wallpaper

Question Of The Month

What’s your favorite ice cream flavor?

We asked this question to these amazing people, and their answers don't disappoint. Now what's YOUR favorite ice cream flavor?

What's Happening In Stamford

Exhibition on View: Tools as Art: Work and Play

Tools as Art: Work and Play celebrates the creative transformation of everyday hand tools and hardware into extraordinary works of art. Featuring 68 prints, paintings and works of sculpture from the Hechinger Collection, the exhibition explore...

All month until September 8, 2025

Stamford Museum & Nature Center

Trivia in Veterans Park

Stamford Downtown & Best Trivia Ever are teaming up to bring you another great summer of Trivia Night in Veterans Park! Thursdays, May 15, May 29, June 12, June 26, [...]

Open Play Chess

Calling All Chess Lovers! Improve your game, learn new moves, talk with the masters and meet other chess fans. Free and open to all ages and skill levels. Games are [...]

And more!!! Here!, Here!, and Here!

Ferguson library hosts a wide variety of activities for adults, teens and kids. For more information go to Ferguson Library Website and click on events. All activities are free.

Trainings

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