Tuscarawas County Family and Children First

09/29/2026

📅 Tuscarawas County Events, Activities & News
Opportunities, events, resources, and community updates for people with developmental disabilities, their families, caregivers, guardians, and support professionals.

HAPPENING SOON
🚶 September 29 | TuscBDD Walking Club
10-11 a.m. | New Towne Mall For adults.

💬 October 1 Community Conversations on Issue 8
TuscBDD at Tusc. Co. Public Library Main in NP 11:30 - 1:00 pm.
Meet with the TuscBDD Superintendent to learn more, ask questions, and receive factual information about the upcoming levy issue.
Meeting Room A

🎳 October 4 | Challenger Baseball Bowling League
Boulevard Lanes, Dover, Sign up by September 24. Cost: $30. League runs through November 15. 📧 [email protected]

🎨 October 5 | TuscBDD Community Playgroup
10-11 a.m. | Starlight School Open to the public. Designed for infants and toddlers, but all ages are welcome.

💬 October 7 | Parent/Teacher & Financial Night Dover HS
TuscBDD will be at Dover High School from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Stop by for our information and giveaways.

📸October 7 | Starlight School Fall Picture

🍬 October 14 | TuscBDD Trunk or Treat
Youth: 10-11:30 a.m. Adults: 12-2 p.m. Rain Date: October 15.

🐎 October 15 | Mustang Mania
TuscBDD will be at Claymont Middle School at 5 p.m. Stop by for information and giveaways.

👶 October 15 | Community Baby Shower
5:30-7 p.m. | The Harvest Barn on Dutch Valley Road in Sugarcreek Meet TuscBDD Early Intervention staff and learn about services.

🎃 October 17 | Challenger Baseball Trunk or Treat
1-3 p.m. at Empowering Friends on the Boulevard. 📧 [email protected]

💰 October 17 | Horizons Annual Quarter Auction
12 p.m. | Dover Salvation Army 📧 [email protected]

🎃 October 19 | Help Me Grow Trunk or Treat
6:00 p.m. at ECOESC parking lot in NP

💬 November 3 | Let's Talk
6-7 p.m. 420 N. Wooster Ave., Dover A place for families of loved ones with special needs to share, connect, and be heard. 📧 [email protected]

🎵October 24 | Prom at Roxford Church
6:00 – 9:00 p.m. 📧[email protected]

🎨November 2 | TuscBDD Community Playgroup
10-11 a.m. | Starlight School Open to the public. Designed for infants and toddlers, but all ages are welcome.

💬November 10 & 19 Parent/Teacher Conferences Starlight School Held: 3:30-7:00 p.m.

ONGOING PROGRAMS & OPPORTUNITIES
👥 Parent Support Group
4th Thursday of each month at Lacey PAC Adaptive Movement Center. A place for parents to share experiences and build community. 📧 [email protected]

🧩 Weekend Respite
Various dates and age groups at Lacey PAC Adaptive Movement Center. 📧 [email protected]

🏀 Fans in the Stands
Cheer on the Rockets Special Olympics Basketball Teams. 📧 [email protected]

🛍️ Uplifted Boutique Fall Collection
Shop fall décor and clothing curated by Advocates for Success. 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/UpliftedBoutiqueAFS

🎙️ Wavelength Podcast Episode 2
"Calming Tools, Big Laughs, and Bloopers!" 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GM-li6F7Cfk

BEFORE YOU GO - SEE BELOW
✅ All TuscBDD events are free for people served.

✅ Individuals who need one-on-one support must attend TuscBDD events with support staff, a parent, or a guardian.

✅ Community events are not endorsed or sponsored by TuscBDD. We simply share activities and opportunities that may be of interest. Some events are shared because TuscBDD will be attending, participating, or providing information. If you see us, stop by and say hello! 😊

✅ Have an event to share? Contact Kerri Silverthorn at [email protected] or text 330-440-5278.

📌 Find upcoming TuscBDD activities anytime: View the TuscBDD Events Calendar: https://www.tuscbdd.org/Events.php

09/26/2026

Parents, enjoy a night out on October 24 while the kids have fun at Lacey PAC AMC! 🎉 We’re glad to support this event with funding from the Ohio Department of Children & Youth’s Strong Families, Safe Communities Grant. See the original post to register! 💛

🎉💛 PARENTS NIGHT OUT IS COMING! 💛🎉

Hey parents… this one is for YOU! 😍✨

We’re so excited to announce an upcoming Parents Night Out, hosted by Lacey PAC AMC, Tuscarawas County Family and Children First and the Ohio Department of Children & Youth! 🎉

Drop the kiddos off, take a little time for yourself, and enjoy a well-deserved night out! 🥰 Whether you’re planning a date night, catching up with friends, or simply enjoying some quiet time — we’ve got you covered! 🙌

📅 Date: October 24
⏰ Time: 5 pm- 8 pm
📍 Location: Lacey PAC AMC

Registration QR in the flyer! 👀💛 Don’t forget to sign up!
You won’t want to miss this one! 🎉

09/25/2026

🎉 A WEEK IN — AND WE’RE STILL READY FOR YOU! 🎉

We’re excited for another year filled with learning, friendship, fun, and inclusion! 💛✨ Whether your child is just getting started, learning at home, navigating the school day, or simply needs a little extra support, we have a program for them!

🌈 Early Childhood Playgroup — Fun, social, and developmentally supportive play for our littlest learners!

📚 Homeschool Tutoring — Extra learning support, encouragement, and individualized attention for homeschool families.

🎒 After School Programs — We offer both younger and older age groups, with opportunities to learn, play, socialize, and unwind after the school day.

💙 Weekend Respite — A safe, welcoming space where kids can have fun and families can enjoy some well-deserved time to recharge.

Our programs are built around one simple idea: every child deserves a place where they belong, feel supported, and get to shine. ✨

📅 Registration for the 2026/2027 school year is OPEN! Click the link below or scan our QR code!

https://forms.gle/hyWiEqyqNyg4zyvP9

Come grow, learn, play, and make memories with us! We can’t wait to see you! 🥰💛

09/25/2026

Su***de prevention is a year-round commitment. The work of showing up for the people in our lives is for all twelve. Stronger Together: Connect. Support. Prevent. samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/prevention

09/23/2026

🍂 Volunteers Needed! 🍂 First, THANK YOU to everyone who helped us with all the chopping and prep for our sauerkraut! We truly appreciate all the hard work and time you’ve already put in to make this fundraiser possible. 💚

Now we’re looking for volunteers to help pack sauerkraut at the Algonquin Mill Festival! 🥬
📅 October 1st–4th
⏰ 9 AM–5 PM
📍234 Autumn Rd SW, Carrollton, OH

You can volunteer for the entire day or just a few hours, whatever works best for you! Every volunteer makes a BIG difference and helps make this fundraiser a success. 💚

If you can help, please RSVP here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0548AAAC2DA3FDC70-64466373-sauerkraut

You can also RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling 330-339-6916 ext. 132.

Thank you again for everything you’ve already done and for continuing to support BBBS! 🍂💚

09/21/2026

Did you know... we now have MORE support in Carroll & Tusc?
One-on-one peer support for ALL Traumatic Loss now here.
Here's what's available at the Adamhs Board of Tuscarawas and Carroll Counties in New Philadelphia! Come see me in T County.

09/17/2026

At home, at school, anywhere a young person needs help, MRSS can be there.

If your child or teen is experiencing emotional or behavioral distress, call Ohio's Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS).

When you call or text MRSS, a trained response team arrives within 60 minutes and services continue for up to 42 days of stabilization support. We provide immediate support to young people age 20 and under across Ohio who are in crisis.

To get help right now, call or text 988 and request MRSS.

Please share so people know about this lifesaving service.

09/15/2026

Groundwork Ohio Roadshow 2026: Tuscarawas County

We were honored to welcome Groundwork Ohio’s Roadshow to Tuscarawas County! Local leaders, providers, employers, and policymakers came together to discuss our community’s challenges and the creative partnerships working toward solutions.

Thank you to everyone who participated and came to the table for this important community discussion. Together, we are building a stronger future for Tuscarawas County’s children and families!

Read the full recap: https://www.groundworkohio.org/post/groundwork-ohio-roadshow-2026-tuscarawas-county

09/12/2026

Congrats Amy!

TuscBDD is excited to announce Amy Adam as Superintendent.

Amy brings a wealth of experience, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to the people, families, and communities we serve. Her dedication to serving others and passion for our mission will help guide our organization into the future.

Please help us congratulate Amy on her appointment as Superintendent!

Read the full announcement: https://www.tuscbdd.org/NewsDetail.php?TuscBDD-Names-Amy-Adam-as-Superintendent-199