Family Wellness Fair - August 1, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Looking for a fun, free event for the whole family? Join us for the Connecticut Clearinghouse Family Wellness Fair!
This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to discover local resources that support mental health, wellness, prevention and healthy development; all while enjoying a day of fun activities and entertainment.
Interested in attending? Let us know here!
Activities & Entertainment Include:
- Matt Matthews Magic Show Performance
- Suzie Q the Clown - Face Painting & Balloon Animals
- Zentangle Art Classes- a relaxing, creative drawing activity that promotes focus, mindfulness, and self - expression through simple patterns.
- Local Resource Tables - meet local organizations that provide support and services for children and families.
- Music, Lawn Games & Therapy Animals
- Including Gizmo and Gadget! The mascots for Connecticut Suicide Prevention Campaign: 1 Word, 1 Voice, 1 Life... Be the One to Start the Conversation.
- Ice Cream Truck & Other Refreshments
- Storytime Reading with our librarian - Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health!
Entertainment Schedule:
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM: Zentangle (for younger kids & families)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Magic Show with Matt Matthews
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Connecticut Clearinghouse Presentation
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM: Zentangle (for older kids & adults)
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM: Storytime Reading - featuring Therapy Animals!
Refreshments, ice cream truck, and therapy animals will be available all day!
Featured Local Organizations:
- Change the Script & Safe Spot Hotline
- Wheeler Health & Wellness
- Plainville Adult & Continuing Education
- Plainville Youth Services
- Youth Recovery CT
- Living Life Tobacco Free
- CCPWR Problem Gambling Services & Wheeler's Bettor Choice Program
- CT Food Share
- Be in the Know Campaign
- Prudence Crandall Center
- Bristol Boys & Girls Club
- The Wheeler Family Regional YMCA