The FORT
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Sunday, March 23rd, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Sterling Community Center, 120 Enterprise St, Sterling, VA
For ages 12 - 18.
Past participants: Online registration closes Friday at 6 PM (walk-ins accepted).
New participants: Register and complete phone intake by Wednesday before the FORT - registrations without an intake cannot attend.
The FORT experience
The FORT is a safe, healing, community space for young people in middle and high school to find connection, make friends, be themselves without pressure, and participate in fun, experiential workshops and activities that help them deal with the stresses of everyday life.
In addition to games, brief group discussions and free activity time, all participants will engage in two workshops that vary each time they attend the FORT, exploring expressive arts, mindfulness, nature or animal assisted therapy, and movement/physical activity.
All workshops are designed specifically to focus on building resilience through positive messaging and holistic experiences that allow participants to learn new tools and strategies that can be used in moments of heightened anxiety, stress or sadness.
March 23rd details and workshops:
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The Art of Zentangle:
Discover the calming power of Zentangles, a meditative drawing technique that promotes relaxation and mindfulness. In this workshop, participants will learn simple patterns to create intricate, beautiful designs while reducing stress and enhancing focus.
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Building Bonds Through Cultural Food Sharing:
Discover how preparing and sharing empanadas can strengthen relationships and create meaningful connections with family and friends. You will master the art of making empanadas, while exploring how cooking together builds trust, communication, and understanding.
Past participants: Online registration closes Friday at 6 PM (walk-ins accepted).
New participants: Register and complete phone intake by Wednesday before the FORT - registrations without an intake cannot attend.
The FORT Calendar
Save the date! Plan for the next FORT date!
Sunday, May 4th, 1:00 - 4:00pm
Fusion Academy Loudoun,
19300 Promenade Dr Suite 200, Leesburg, VA
Details about the Workshops will be available soon
Sunday, May 18th, 1:00 - 4:00pm
Trillium Farm Gathering Center, 18915 Lincoln Rd, Hillsboro, VA
Details about the Workshops will be available soon
