Past Speakers and Themes

Check out the list of incredible speakers we have already welcomed into our community!

2000's

2006

Judy Ford

Parenting with Love and Laughter

2005

Bonnie Harris

When Kids Push Your Buttons and What You Can Do About It

Jack Agati

Raising Responsible Children Rather Than Houseguests

2004

Barbara Coloroso

kids are worth it!

Ron Taffle, Ph.D.

How to Stay Connected to Children and Teens in a DIsconnected World

2002

Pedro Noguero, Ph.D.

Parenting in Today's World: Influence vs. Control

2001

Harriet Lerner, Ph.D.

How Children Change Our Lives: From Birth to Empty Nest

Crystal Kuykendall, Ed.D.

How to Remain Inspired, Motivated & Hopeful as Parents and Teachers

2000

Thomas Lickona, Ph.D.

Raising Children of Character

Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. and Myla Kabat-Zinn, B.S.N., R.N.

Everyday Blessings: The Inner Work of Mindful Parenting

1990's

1999

Victor La Cerva, MD

Pathways to Peace in the Family: Strategies for Parenting

1998

Dr. Anothony Wolf

Parenting Today: The New Teenager

1997

Dr. Mary Pipher

The Shelter of Each Other: Rebuilding Our Families

1996

Janet Surrey, Sam Osherson, and Robert Brooks

Strengthing Family Relationships: The Impact on Home, School & Community

1995

Dr. Benjamin Spock

A Better World for Our Children

1994

Kevin Ryan, Ph.D. and Lexi Hoffman

Character and Ethics: An Essential Partnership Between Schools and Parents

1993

Elaine Mazlish

How To Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk

1992

David Elkind, Ph.D. and Jack Agati

Self Esteem and Society's Demands on Children

"Positive Thoughts Lead to Positive Actions"