August E-Newsletter

New Edition of "Every BODY is Beautiful" book!

We are so excited to announce that Rebecca re-illustrated and re-published the children's book, Every BODY Is Beautiful. Every BODY is Beautiful introduces child-friendly actionable steps toward becoming more body positive. This children's book is an extension of the 'Every Body Is Beautiful' campaign by the Chariho Youth Task Force and proceeds go toward community education and programming. Thank you to our entire community who have been such vocal supporters of this campaign!

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Chariho hangouts is a new free Chariho Youth Task Force program for Middle School students (grades 5th - 8th). Our first Hangout will be held August 12th 2022 at the Arcadia YMCA from 5:30- 7:00. 

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Reserve the dates and secure your spot by signing up below! 

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We hope to make back-to-school a little easier by providing school supplies, backpacks and snacks to residents of Charlestown, Hopkinton and Richmond who sign up for them below. The deadline to sign up is Saturday, August 6th. Spaces may be limited.

 

If you are in the position to donate new backpacks, school supplies, snacks or gift cards to purchase these items, don't hesitate to get in touch with me amy@charihoyouth.org

 

If your family could use additional assistance with health, food or finances, please reach out by email, phone or text message at (401) 212-2741.

South County Regional Coalition Update

Join us and community partners at:

 

CHARLESTOWN SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
August 5th - 7th 

 

WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR
August 17th -  21st 

Monthly Coalition Meeting

 

We are joined each month by representatives from our local Police Departments, educators, faith leaders, parents, youth, and other community organizations. New members are always welcome!

 

Monday 9/19/22 at 6pm via Zoom

 
2022 Meeting Dates

Strong Arms Support Group

 

Whether your child or loved one is actively using or you have lost someone to addiction, join us as we come together to support one another through this journey of hope. 

 

  • Tuesday 8/9/22 at 6pm via Zoom
  • Tuesday 8/23/22 at 6pm via Zoom
 
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The Chariho Youth Task Force was founded over 13 years ago by Chariho Middle School students and is now a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization doing work across our community to improve health and wellness. Our mission is to educate, empower, and engage youth and adults in order to create a sense of community, to promote wellness, and to sustain opportunity for Chariho voices to be heard. We envision a society driven toward physical and mental well-being created through collaboration, education, and activism to promote a positive community climate.

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