SCC hosts and partners on a range of educational and community-building events throughout the year. These include workshops, speaker events, panels, and community conversations focused on youth wellbeing, mental health, and substance misuse prevention.
Our events create opportunities to learn, connect, and take action together.
Join us at one of our upcoming programs to learn from trusted experts, connect with other families and educators, and strengthen our community.
Speakers: Melissa Sporn, Ph.D.
Alexis Guerrero, LCSW
Date: OCTOBER 8, 2026
Time: 07:00pm - 08:30pm
Location: McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101
Cost: Free with Registration
Learn practical, evidence-based communication skills to bridge the gap between parents and children/teens. Explore how to shift from lecturing to active listening, navigate challenging conversations, and use techniques to build connection and trust.
Date: November 16, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: The Alden Theater - McLean Community Center - 1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, VA 22101
Cost: Advance Online Purchase - $20 adults, $15 students; $25 at the door for all
Through engaging stories and research-backed insights, Lahey will share practical strategies to foster independence, resilience, and stronger family connections while reducing young people's risk for anxiety, substance use, gambling, and other high-risk behaviors.
Parents and caregivers will leave informed, inspired, and equipped with tools they can put into practice immediately.
This event is made possible through the generous support of the McLean Community Foundation.
Speakers: Robyne Davis, MA, LPC
Becky Kohm, M.A.T., Ed. S.
Date: NOVEMBER 19, 2026
Time: 7-8:30 PM
Location: McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101
Cost: Free with Registration
Does your child struggle to stay organized, start tasks or manage homework? Join us to explore how strengthening executive functioning skills can build confidence, improve self-esteem and reduce family stress. Ideal for parents of school-aged children and teens who seem bright but overwhelmed or scattered.
Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Location: McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101
REVIVE training is offered to equip community members with the knowledge and tools to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose.
It is available to all:
- there is no cost for anyone to attend
- there are no pre-qualifications
- anyone over 16 is welcome to attend (under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Date: December 17, 2026
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Location: McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101
REVIVE training is offered to equip community members with the knowledge and tools to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose.
It is available to all:
- there is no cost for anyone to attend
- there are no pre-qualifications
- anyone over 16 is welcome to attend (under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Take a look at some of our recent events and community conversations. These programs highlight SCC’s ongoing commitment to education, prevention, and connection.
