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Speaker Series

Adult family members listen to a presnter at a Connecting for Kids Speaker Series program.

About Our Programs

Join us for interactive presentations on various childhood topics by local, pediatric professionals and connect with other families. These programs are free and open to the public, but registration is required.

Did you know?

Podcasts and presentations from previous speakers are available on our website.

Upcoming Programs

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  • Speaker Series: Building Self-Confidence with ADHD- Rocky River

    • 07 Feb 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Rocky River Public Library 1600 Hampton Rd.
    • 16
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    Does your child have a negative self-image? Do you want to find ways to build self-confidence? Low self-esteem is common in children who are diagnosed with ADHD. Many times, these children are punished, teased and corrected on a daily basis. Dr. Cate Brandon, of Kenneth DeLuca & Associates, will discuss common causes of negative self-talk in those with ADHD as well as strategies that parents and caregivers can use to recognize their child’s strengths and build positivity.

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to our Health & Safety page. This program is for adults only and a portion will be recorded. This program is presented in partnership with Rocky River Public Library.

    Childcare is available for this event, but registration is required.

    Click here to register for childcare. 

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  • Childcare Registration- Speaker Series: Building Self-Confidence with ADHD- Rocky River

    • 07 Feb 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Rocky River Public Library 1600 Hampton Rd.
    • 0
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    This registration is for CHILDCARE ONLY. Childcare (provided by CFK) is free and available on a first come, first served basis. We are able to accommodate children with disabilities and complex needs.

    Each child must be registered separately. Space is limited. 

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to connectingforkids.org/HealthSafety.

    To register for the corresponding Adult Program for this childcare session, click here. 



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  • Speaker Series: Mental Health 101- Westlake

    • 21 Feb 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Westlake Porter Public Library 27333 Center Ridge Rd.
    • 38
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    Is your child showing signs of anxiety, depression or another mental health concern? Do you need help finding a local mental health care provider? Join Karla Fitch, SWT, as she introduces CFK's tools for finding a mental health provider. Topics include identifying preferences, comparing specialties and understanding treatment options.

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to our Health & Safety page. This program is for adults only and a portion will be recorded. This program is presented in partnership with Westlake Porter Public Library and the Rotary Club of Westlake-Bay Village.

    Childcare is available for this event, but registration is required.

    Click here to register for childcare. 

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  • Childcare Registration- Speaker Series: Mental Health 101- Westlake

    • 21 Feb 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Westlake Porter Public Library 27333 Center Ridge Rd.
    • 5
    Register

    This registration is for CHILDCARE ONLY. Childcare (provided by CFK) is free and available on a first come, first served basis. We are able to accommodate children with disabilities and complex needs.

    Each child must be registered separately. Space is limited. 

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to connectingforkids.org/HealthSafety.

    To register for the corresponding Adult Program for this childcare session, click here. 



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  • Speaker Series: Summer Fun & Funds: How to Find Both on the East Side- Euclid

    • 09 Mar 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Euclid Public Library 631 E 222 St.
    • 42
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    Are you overwhelmed trying to find a summer program for your child? Are you unsure where to find the grants and funds to pay for adapted sports, therapies and camps? Join us as we answer questions about east side resources and provide tips for sorting through information from the Eastern Cuyahoga County Resource Fair. CFK staff will lead group discussions and share resources on funding and available programs to keep your child engaged all summer long.

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to connectingforkids.org/HealthSafety. This program is for adults only and a portion will be recorded. This program is presented in partnership with Euclid Public Library.

    Childcare is available for this event, but registration is required.

    Click here to register for childcare. 

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  • Childcare Registration- Speaker Series: Summer Fun & Funds: How to Find Both on the East Side- Euclid

    • 09 Mar 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Euclid Public Library 631 E 222 St.
    • 12
    Register

    This registration is for CHILDCARE ONLY. Childcare (provided by CFK) is free and available on a first come, first served basis. We are able to accommodate children with disabilities and complex needs.

    Each child must be registered separately. Space is limited. 

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to connectingforkids.org/HealthSafety.

    To register for the corresponding Adult Program for this childcare session, click here. 



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  • Speaker Series: Sleep Solutions- Middleburg Heights

    • 11 Apr 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Middleburg Heights Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library 16699 Bagley Rd.
    • 38
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    Is sleep an issue in your home? Do you want some tips so everyone can get a better night’s rest? Join Bridget Bowling and Lauren Fegely, both are certified Family Sleep Institute Pediatric Sleep Consultants from Little Snoozers, who will discuss bedtimes, nap times and nap transitions as well as what sleep should look like from birth to school age. She also will talk about the importance of a calming routine before bedtime, the room environment and various methods for helping children achieve healthy sleep. As part of this discussion, Bridget will address children with disabilities and their unique sleep challenges.

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to our Health & Safety page. This program is for adults only and a portion will be recorded. This program is presented in partnership with the Cuyahoga County Public Library.

    Childcare is available for this event, but registration is required.

    Click here to register for childcare. 

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  • Childcare Registration- Speaker Series: Sleep Solutions- Middleburg Heights

    • 11 Apr 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Middleburg Heights Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library 16699 Bagley Rd.
    • 6
    Register

    This registration is for CHILDCARE ONLY. Childcare (provided by CFK) is free and available on a first come, first served basis. We are able to accommodate children with disabilities and complex needs.

    Each child must be registered separately. Space is limited. 

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to connectingforkids.org/HealthSafety.

    To register for the corresponding Adult Program for this childcare session, click here. 



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  • Speaker Series: Overscheduled & Stressed- Westlake

    • 25 Apr 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Westlake Porter Public Library 27333 Center Ridge Rd.
    • 44
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    Do you spend a good part of your day in the car driving between activities? How can you tell if your child is overscheduled? Join Meghan Barlow, PhD, of Barlow & Adams Behavioral Health, as she discusses how to know when it’s time to say "no" to an activity. She will provide tips for helping your family decide what is too much or not enough as well as ways to find balance. Dr. Barlow will also address whether in today’s culture, saying “no” will make your child lose the competitive edge and if allowing a child to quit sends the wrong message.

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to our Health & Safety page. This program is for adults only and a portion will be recorded. This program is presented in partnership with Westlake Porter Public Library and the Rotary Club of Westlake-Bay Village.

    Childcare is available for this event, but registration is required.

    Click here to register for childcare. 

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  • Childcare Registration- Speaker Series: Overscheduled & Stressed- Westlake

    • 25 Apr 2023
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Westlake Porter Public Library 27333 Center Ridge Rd.
    • 12
    Register

    This registration is for CHILDCARE ONLY. Childcare (provided by CFK) is free and available on a first come, first served basis. We are able to accommodate children with disabilities and complex needs.

    Each child must be registered separately. Space is limited. 

    For information on social distancing and masking policies, please refer to connectingforkids.org/HealthSafety. This program is presented in partnership with Westlake Porter Public Library and the Rotary Club of Westlake-Bay Village and supported by a grant from GPD Employees’ Foundation.

    To register for the corresponding Adult Program for this childcare session, click here. 



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