FREE FAMILY FUN NIGHT, FOOD & COMMUNITY CONVERSATION with Michael Rich, MD, MPH,The Mediatrician

Join us for a Chat with Dr. Michael Rich, known as “The Mediatrician,” for an engaging and interactive conversation designed especially for families. Drawing from his work at Center on Media and Child Health, Dr. Rich helps parents understand how screens affect children’s growing brains, behavior, and relationships—without guilt.

Instead of focusing on strict rules, he shares simple, practical ways to create more meaningful, screen-free moments in everyday life—like during meals, playtime, and bedtime. Through real-life examples and conversation, families will learn how to strengthen connections, support their child’s social and emotional development, and build healthy media habits that work for their unique family.

This relaxed, interactive chat will leave you feeling encouraged, empowered, and equipped with easy ideas you can start using right away.

5:00- 6:30 – arts and crafts, charades and impro, puzzles, books, other “screen free” engaging activities. 

6:30 – 7:00 – Pizza, Chips, and water meal

7:00-8:00 – Interactive Chat with Dr. Michael Rich moderated by Stewart McMillan. Dr. Rich will share practical insights on screen time, social media, and healthy brain development, along with strategies to help families support children in today’s digital world. This informal conversation is perfect for parents, educators, and community members who care about the well-being of children and teens.