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August 2026
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Healthy Screen Habits: Technology is
a valuable tool, but fi nding balance is
important for mental well-being. Too
much screen time, especially before bed
or on social media, can interfere with
sleep, increase stress, and make it
harder to stay present.
Recommendations are no more than
two hours per day for children over age
six but more importantly, consider the
quality of the content instead of the time.
Turn off all screens during meals and
remove them from bedrooms 30 to 60
minutes before bedtime.
Create screen-free moments throughout
the day by cooking or eating meals
together, spending time outside, reading,
playing games, or simply talking about
the day. Even small breaks from
technology can help children reconnect
with the world around them.
New Experiences: Seek out
opportunities for children and teens to
experience a situation that is out of their
comfort zone. Show them that leaning
into new adventures can help them grow
and discover new hobbies and interests.
If you don't try, you'll never know!
Remember, the most helpful back-to-
school supplies can't be bought in a
store, but they are just as important as
notebooks, backpacks, and pencils; they
set up students for a more successful
ability to navigate and recover from
challenging situations, build healthy
relationships and habits, and succeed
both inside the classroom and out.
August: More Than
School Supplies
As August arrives, so
does the all-familiar
b a c k - t o - s c h o o l
scramble. Store aisles
crowd with parents
clutching
crumpled
supply lists searching
high and low for that one
specifi c item. Where are
the
college
ruled
notebooks? Why are
there no red folders left?
Preparing for a new
school year can feel like
a race to check all the boxes before the
bus even pulls up on day one. But there
are crucial items that won't be included
on any lists sent out by schools...even if
educators wish they could.
Coping Skills: Stress is a normal part
of growing up, but many children and
teens are not taught what to do when
they feel overwhelmed. Whether it's a
diffi cult assignment, friendship confl ict,
or fi rst-day jitters, having healthy coping
skills can make all the difference.
Encourage your child to discover
strategies that work for them. Taking
deep breaths before a test, going for a
walk after school, listening to music,
drawing, journaling, spending time
outside, or talking with a trusted adult
are all healthy ways to manage stress.
Self-Compassion: Many students
place enormous pressure on themselves
to earn perfect grades, make the team,
fi t in socially, or always have everything
fi gured out. When they fall short of those
expectations, it's easy for self-criticism
to take over.
Help children understand that challenges
are part of learning--not proof that
they've failed. Self-compassion means
offering ourselves the same patience,
understanding, and encouragement we
would give to someone we love.
Healthy Sleeping Habits: Sleep is
one of the most important and most
overlooked tools for supporting mental
wellness. As summer winds down,
begin adjusting bedtime and wake-up
routines a week or two before school
starts, as well as limiting screen time.
The American Academy of Pediatrics
recommends 8 to 10 hours a night for
teens and 9 to 12 hours for school-
aged children.
by Renee Norden
Executive Director
The Mental Health Association
of Fauquier County
A Public Service Feature from Discovery Publications
2026 Summer Sounds presented by
micron at Harris Pavilion
Acoustic Tuesday7pm
August 11: Timmie Metz Duo
August 18: Jason Duo
August 25: Ray & Joe
September 1: Garrett Mabe
September 8: Shane Gamble Duo
703-369-1873
manassasva.gov/harrispavilion
ARTfactory & The Black Art Today
Foundation present
"Beyond the Frame"
August 15 Through September 19
A compelling exhibition featuring the work of
Levi Robinson & Dion J. Pollard exploring Black
identity, cultural memory, resilience, & the power
of narratives to shape how we understand
ourselves, our communities, & our histories.
Reception: Saturday, August 15, 6-8pm
ARTfactory Caton Merchant Gallery
9419 Battle St.
, Manassas
Learn more:
703-330-2787
Stone House Quilters
2026 Quilt Show
August 28-29, 10am-4pm
Admission $10 · Age 12 & under free with adult.
Free onsite parking.
More than 150 quilts on display.
Quilting demonstrations both days.
Raffl e Quilt tickets for sale. Buy-It-Now Boutique.
Silent Auction. Vendor Market.
Boys & Girls Club
9501 Dean Park Ln., Manassas
Learn more:
stonehousequilters.org
Manassas Park City Hall
Performance with
Bach to Rock
Friday, August 28, 6pm
Prince William Public Libraries
Around The World Book Club
Third Mondays, 6:30-7:30pm
Registration recommended. Limited physical
copies are available
August 17: There Are Rivers in the Sky
by Elif Shafak (Turkey)
Among the Stars Book Club
Fourth Tuesdays, 6pm
A science fi ction & fantasy book club. In person
in Study Room A or virtually for discussions on a
selected sci-fi or fantasy novel. Learn more:
Meghan Langford:
mlangford2@pwcgov.org
Haymarket Gainesville Library
14870 Lightner Rd., Haymarket
703-792-8700
FANFEST
Saturday, July 18, 11am-3pm
All Ages. Third annual celebration of comics,
manga, & graphic novels. Part book fair, part comic
convention, & 100% fun for all ages!
Bull Run Library
8051 Ashton Ave., Manassas
703-792-4500