Sunday Funday
#BeMoreLikeClaire Sunday Funday Friends and Family Field Day!
Sunday, February 23rd, 2PM - 4:30PM
Abe & Jakes (8 E 6th St, Lawrence, KS 66044)
Get your team together for a day of fun and friendly competition for all ages. Fabulous prizes and bragging rights included!
10 people per team
10 events
10 dollars per person
100's of laughs
Walk A Mile In Their Shoes
Save the date! More information for this event is coming soon.
Candlelight Vigil for DVAM
Event Agenda:
5:30 - 6:30 Clothesline Project & Resource Fair
6:30 - 7:30 Program & Vigil
Opening Words
Speakers
Remember
Honor
Act
Candlelight Moment of Silence
About the Speakers
Activities will start at 5:30 p.m. with a resource fair of local organizations sharing community resources. The Clothesline Project returns this year, displaying t-shirts decorated by survivors, allies, and those who have lost loved ones to violence. Attendees are encouraged to create a shirt at home or at the event. Shirts and fabric markers will be available. The purpose of the project is to increase awareness of the impact of violence and abuse, to honor a survivor's strength to continue, and to provide another avenue for them to courageously break the silence that often surrounds their experience.
The program begins at 6:30 PM with live music and speakers and ends at 7:30 with the lighting of the candles. Our candlelight vigil is a way to remember the victims of relationship violence, to honor the survivors, and to act to create change.
Resource Fair 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Attend the Resource Fair and learn more about all the great resources available to the Douglas County Community. Interested in being a resource at the fair in 2025? contact outreach@bemorelikeclair.org
Feeding Eudora
Feeding Eudora is a movement in Eudora, Kansas to provide free and nutritious meals for the entire community. We believe the social diversity of our service will be reflected in our board, community-based organizations, and individuals in a manner that promotes equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging for all. Our vision is implemented by our passion to collaborate with community partners and yield positive community connections one meal at a time.
Welcoming 150-200 friends a day
Serving our community since 2016
Community food security organized by volunteers
Grass roots project founded by the Eudora Community Library
Feeding Eudora
Feeding Eudora is a movement in Eudora, Kansas to provide free and nutritious meals for the entire community. We believe the social diversity of our service will be reflected in our board, community-based organizations, and individuals in a manner that promotes equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging for all. Our vision is implemented by our passion to collaborate with community partners and yield positive community connections one meal at a time.
Welcoming 150-200 friends a day
Serving our community since 2016
Community food security organized by volunteers
Grass roots project founded by the Eudora Community Library
LiveWell Douglas County Celebration Breakfast
LiveWell Douglas County Celebration Breakfast
Culture of Health Champion Awards
DCCF Community Wellness Grant Awards
Interactive Douglas County Data Walk
Flory Meeting Hall
Douglas County Fairgrounds
2110 Harper Street, Lawrence, KS
7:30AM - 10:00AM
Feeding Eudora
Feeding Eudora is a movement in Eudora, Kansas to provide free and nutritious meals for the entire community. We believe the social diversity of our service will be reflected in our board, community-based organizations, and individuals in a manner that promotes equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging for all. Our vision is implemented by our passion to collaborate with community partners and yield positive community connections one meal at a time.
Welcoming 150-200 friends a day
Serving our community since 2016
Community food security organized by volunteers
Grass roots project founded by the Eudora Community Library
2nd Annual Haskell Red Road Sobriety Walk
Join Haskell University for the second annual Red Road Sobriety Walk on October 24th! This event will feature special guest speakers, food, t-shirts, wristbands and more!
Feeding Eudora
Feeding Eudora is a movement in Eudora, Kansas to provide free and nutritious meals for the entire community. We believe the social diversity of our service will be reflected in our board, community-based organizations, and individuals in a manner that promotes equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging for all. Our vision is implemented by our passion to collaborate with community partners and yield positive community connections one meal at a time.
Welcoming 150-200 friends a day
Serving our community since 2016
Community food security organized by volunteers
Grass roots project founded by the Eudora Community Library
Walk A Mile In Their Shoes
Join us for a family-friendly walk for DVAM (Domestic Violence Awareness Month) as we raise awareness around relationship violence and show support for survivors. Together, we will create a community that is peaceful and safe where everyone can thrive.
People of all ages and genders are welcome. Log some steps for a good cause and get a free lunch at Johnny's Tavern.
Costumes, decorated shoes, and signs of support will be celebrated!
Thanks To our Sponsors
* Entry is $20, which includes a t-shirt and pizza party at Johnny's Tavern
* Register by Oct. 1 to guarantee a t-shirt
Sponsors include - Fleet Feet, Johnny's Tavern, and Blue Collar Press
Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The community is invited to a Candlelight Vigil hosted by #BeMoreLikeClaire to mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month and shed light on the effect violence has on the community. The vigil will provide an opportunity for the community to remember victims, honor survivors, and explore ways to act toward making a difference.
Embrace Eudora: Health Services Day
Join us on Saturday, September 21st, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Eudora Fire Station for Embrace Eudora: Health Services Day! This event offers an opportunity for the whole family to engage with health services provided by diverse organizations within Douglas County.
YEP! Kickoff
It’s that time of year…YEP! Kickoff time!! Come join us to learn more about YEP!, play games, learn how to make this a successful year, and get some free lunch! Talk to your school’s YEP! sponsor to get registered.
Flory Hall at Douglas County Fairgrounds
Wellness and Wellbriety Weekend
Wellness & Wellbriety Weekend
With Ms. Monica Jackson, Haskell Wellbriety Counselor (Choctaw\Chickasaw) and special guest speaker\spiritual leader Mr. Gerald Cournoyer, Sr. (Oglala Lakota)
Friday, Sept. 13th
Meet-n-Greet - 9AM - 4PM
Haskell Wellbriety Counselor, Ms. Jackson @ Outdoor Classroom (Inclement Weather, Curtis Hall Rose Room)
Saturday, Sept. 14th
Cultural Awareness & Sweatlodge Teachings - 1-2:30PM
Gerald Cournoyer, Sr. @ Curtis Hall Rose Room
Let’s Build a Sweatlodge! - 3-5PM
Meet @ Wetlands
Sunday, Sept. 15th
Sweatlodge Blessings! Let’s Sweat! - 12PM
Meet @ new lodge, lunch to follow
Together, let’s gain awareness and learn about the importance the Wellbriety Movement and the significance of culture with wellness\sobriety “Wellbriety”. Let’s move forward and support one another in a good way.
mljackson@haskell.edu
(785) 749-8485
2024 Douglas County Behavioral Health Prevention Summit Virtual Sessions
Join us virtually each Tuesday (12:00-1:00 p.m.) and Thursday (6:00-7:00 p.m.) between September 10th-26th for the Douglas County Behavioral Health Prevention Summit.
2024 Douglas County Behavioral Health Prevention Summit Kickoff
We invite you to attend the Douglas County Behavioral Health Prevention Summit kickoff event on Wednesday, September 4th from 7:30-9:00 a.m. at the Kansas Union Ballroom.
Biology and Natural Sciences 4-H Spin Club (Copy) (Copy) (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)
What
Special interest club to focus on natural sciences and career exploration through a series of six hands on and interactive learning experiences.
Who
7th - 12th grade students
When
March 26 at 6:30PM
April 30 at 6:30PM
May 24 at 6:30PM
June 23 at 6:30PM
July 23 at 6:30PM
August 27 at 6:30PM
Where
Dreher Family 4-H Building, Douglas County Fairgrounds 2110 Harper Street
Topics
Plant science, paleontology, herpetology, bird identification, and more!
Drug Endangered Children Academy 101
Children are impacted on a daily basis by their parents or caregivers substance misuse; often these children are the first impacted and the last ones to be identified and to receive services.
The DEC Academy 101 will provide foundational knowledge around how drug endangered children are affected every day and everyone’s role in identifying and helping them.
DEC Academy Sessions
Each session runs from 1PM - 3PM
Aug. 15 - Orientation
Aug. 20 - DEC Awareness
Aug. 22 - DEC Approach
Aug. 27 - Intersection of DEC & Human Trafficking
Aug. 29 - Marijuana: The Danger Remaines
Sept. 3 - Drugs: What’s impacting our children today?
Who should attend?
Child welfare, law enforcement, prevention professionals and coalitions, probation\parole, medical professionals, treatment providers, services providers, education and school professionals, fire, EMS, judges and other judicial staff, attorneys and guardians ad litem, community members, CASA, and others who have a job which works or impacts children and families.
IMPORTANT
Those wishing to participate in the DEC Training of Trainers (dates TBD) MUST attend both the DEC Awareness and DEC Approach sessions.
Questions - Sally Wright - sally.wright@ks.gov
Biology and Natural Sciences 4-H Spin Club (Copy) (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)
What
Special interest club to focus on natural sciences and career exploration through a series of six hands on and interactive learning experiences.
Who
7th - 12th grade students
When
March 26 at 6:30PM
April 30 at 6:30PM
May 24 at 6:30PM
June 23 at 6:30PM
July 23 at 6:30PM
August 27 at 6:30PM
Where
Dreher Family 4-H Building, Douglas County Fairgrounds 2110 Harper Street
Topics
Plant science, paleontology, herpetology, bird identification, and more!
Engaged in Action Awards
We invite all coalition members to the Engage Douglas County celebration to help us celebrate the Engaged in Action nominees and final recipients! It will take place:
Date: June 27th, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM -2:30 PM
Location: DCCCA
1739 E 23rd St
Lawrence, KS, 66046
We are thrilled to announce the nominees and final recipients of the 2024 Engaged in Action Awards!
Nominees of the Engaged in Action award exemplify the values of Engage Douglas County, which include a demonstrated commitment to reducing substance misuse and/or promoting mental health, active engagement in issues that affect residents in Douglas County, such as drug and alcohol use, suicide prevention, or other behavioral health issues, dedication to serving the community.
Congratulations to our final recipients!
Youth- Kelli Spreer (Perry-Lecompton High School)
Adult- James Browning (Billy Mills Middle School)
Organization- Baldwin City Police Department
Congratulations to all the nominees!
Youth
Brooke Mulvihill- Eudora Middle School
Emma Beerbower- Billy Mills Middle School
Campbell Mayer- Eudora High School
Kelli Spreer- Perry-Lecompton High School
Adult
James Browning- Billy Mills Middle School
Georgia Blackwood- Haskell University
Amanda Atkins- Sunset Hill Elementary School
J.B. Elliot- Perry-Lecompton School District
Eric B. Hyde- Douglas County Community Member
Aaron Thakker- ATEC Services
Kacey Wiltz- Free State High School
Dakota Wehmeyer- Douglas County Emergency Communications
Shannon VanLandingham- #BeMoreLikeClaire
Agency/Organization
Van Go
Lawrence Schools Foundation
Baldwin City Police Department
BCK United
#BeMoreLikeClaire Inc
Thank you to the Engaged in Action committee for their work in reviewing all the nominations and selecting the final recipients!
Engaged in Action Committee
Ariel Cohn
Anabel Feauto
Brooks Robertson
Chrissy Mayer
Ginny Barnard
George Diepenbrock
Lydia Fuqua
We hope you’re able to join us for the celebration!
Biology and Natural Sciences 4-H Spin Club (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)
What
Special interest club to focus on natural sciences and career exploration through a series of six hands on and interactive learning experiences.
Who
7th - 12th grade students
When
March 26 at 6:30PM
April 30 at 6:30PM
May 24 at 6:30PM
June 23 at 6:30PM
July 23 at 6:30PM
August 27 at 6:30PM
Where
Dreher Family 4-H Building, Douglas County Fairgrounds 2110 Harper Street
Topics
Plant science, paleontology, herpetology, bird identification, and more!
Biology and Natural Sciences 4-H Spin Club (Copy) (Copy)
What
Special interest club to focus on natural sciences and career exploration through a series of six hands on and interactive learning experiences.
Who
7th - 12th grade students
When
March 26 at 6:30PM
April 30 at 6:30PM
May 24 at 6:30PM
June 23 at 6:30PM
July 23 at 6:30PM
August 27 at 6:30PM
Where
Dreher Family 4-H Building, Douglas County Fairgrounds 2110 Harper Street
Topics
Plant science, paleontology, herpetology, bird identification, and more!
Biology and Natural Sciences 4-H Spin Club (Copy)
What
Special interest club to focus on natural sciences and career exploration through a series of six hands on and interactive learning experiences.
Who
7th - 12th grade students
When
March 26 at 6:30PM
April 30 at 6:30PM
May 24 at 6:30PM
June 23 at 6:30PM
July 23 at 6:30PM
August 27 at 6:30PM
Where
Dreher Family 4-H Building, Douglas County Fairgrounds 2110 Harper Street
Topics
Plant science, paleontology, herpetology, bird identification, and more!
Sunday Fun Day
Friends and Family Field Day
Sunday, April 28th
Abe & Jakes
2:00-4:30PM
Get your team together for a day of fun and friendly competition for all ages. Fabulous prizes and bragging rights included!
10 people per team
10 events
410 per person
100’s of laughs
Leading Causes of Life - 5K Run\Walk + Festival
EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Saturday, April 27th, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Broken Arrow Park, Lawrence
Entry Fee: $20
Proceeds benefit youth suicide prevention efforts in Douglas County.
Packet Pick Up: Tuesday, April 23rd from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at DCCCA Service Center (1739 E. 23rd St. Lawrence, KS 66046)
Cancellation: The run will be held rain or shine. If necessary, we will cancel the run for safety reasons. No refunds for any reasons; proceeds will go to local youth prevention programming.
Virtual Town Hall
Join local public health leaders for a community discussion on substance misuse and youth prevention! Ask questions and share your insights during this virtual collaborative and engaging event!
Tuesday, April 23rd - 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Guest Speakers
Monica Jackson
Haskell Indian Nations University
Substance Use Prevention with College Students
Shannon VanLandingham
#BeMoreLikeClaire
Relationship Violence Prevention
Meg Hasselman
HeadQuarters Kansas
Suicide Prevention
Ariel Cohn
DCCCA
Substance Use Prevention
Bob Tryanski
Douglas County, Kansas Government
Behavioral Health Prevention