As the new school year kicks off and crisp, cooler weather settles into Archuleta County, Healthy Archuleta is excited to share several upcoming opportunities this season that support local children, youth, parents and families.
September in the Garden Education Program
First, the September in the Garden Education Program will focus on practical, hands-on learning designed specifically for our local high-altitude environment.
Throughout the series, participants will explore a variety of topics including fall crops, overwintering, soil health, garden bed preparation, growing in high-elevation climates, permaculture practices and others.
The sessions will take place on Wednesdays. It began on Sept. 9 and will continue on Sept. 16 and 23 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Pagosa Lakes Property Owners Association Vista Community Production Garden.
These three sessions offer an opportunity to gather outdoors, learn directly in a community garden space and share experiences with fellow local growers.
Classes will take place in the garden, and attendees are encouraged to dress for the weather, and bring water and sun protection. Garden tools and gloves will be available.
Child-parent relationship therapy
Child-parent relationship therapy (CPRT) is being offered again this fall.
A free program for parents and caregivers of children ages 3 to 10, CPRT is a supportive small-group program that helps caregivers strengthen connection, trust, communication and confidence with their child. It offers practical tools and encouragement.
The program will run on Thursday evenings (from 5:30 to 7 p.m.) from Sept. 10 through Nov. 12. Dinner and child care are provided.
Families interested and available for the full series are encouraged to complete the interest form at foodcoalition4archuleta.org/cprt.html.
Health Fair and Expo
Finally, Healthy Archuleta also invites residents to register for the Health Fair and Expo, which will take place on Oct. 24 from 7 a.m. to noon at Pagosa Springs High School.
The event will connect community members with low-cost wellness labs, health resources, screenings, information and local support. Learn more and register at foodcoalition4archuleta.org/archuleta-health-fair-and-expo.html.
Visit Healthy Archuleta’s website (www.foodcoalition4archuleta.org) to learn more about these events and to keep up to date on future activities.
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