PG Cares

Pleasant Grove City Strawberry Days 2026
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-21
Join us for a week of community connection and celebration! Visit the official Strawberry Days website for all of the details!
Find PG Cares at the Main Street Concert, Chalk the Lot, the Safety Fair, the Berry Special Festival, and in the Grand Parade!

July Newsletter
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-31
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Red White and Boom: PG City Celebration
2026-07-04 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Cook Family Park, 724 N 600 W, Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
THIS. IS. THE. WEEK. Pleasant Grove… we’re throwing the kind of 4th of July party that your kids will talk about all summer long.Welcome to RED, WHITE & BOOM — our Great American Birthday Party Cook Family Park Saturday, July 4th Festivities begin at 6 PM!We’re going BIG for America250 with: DJ Brady Mac bringing the energy all night long The Trash Pandas kicking things off Headliner, Drive the Country Band bringing down the house EPIC fireworks showThis is the party of the summer.The kind where lawn chairs cover the park, kids dance until dark, music shakes the field, and the sky absolutely explodes over Cook Family Park.(NOTE: The celebration is no longer at Discovery Park — we have moved to help with parking and to help accommodate more people)So grab your people, wear your red white and blue, and come celebrate America the PG way.

Family Foam Party + Cosmo in the Park
2026-07-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Pleasant Grove Recreation Center, 547 South Locust Avenue, Pleasant Grove, 84062
Family Foam Party + Cosmo in the Park!
Beat the heat with us at Pleasant Grove’s ultimate mid-summer day party! From 11 AM–1 PM, bring the whole crew for a high-energy celebration featuring a meet & greet with Cosmo the Cougar, tons of yard games, and nonstop vibes from DJ Brady Mac and the Beat Bus.

And because it’s just not summer without a splash… we’re closing the event with a massive FOAM PARTY grand finale! Cool, refreshing, kid-approved, and ridiculously fun.It’s free. It’s family-friendly. It’s the perfect way to keep summer sizzling — without overheating.

Come party with us, PG style!

From Vapes to Pouches: Helping Kids Avoid & Quit Nicotine (Operation Parent Webinar)
2026-07-21 11:00 - 12:00
Nicotine use is changing fast, and it’s not just vaping anymore. From e-cigarettes to pouches and dual use, today’s landscape can make quitting harder. In partnership with Truth Initiative, learn how nicotine affects developing brains and mental health, why kids start and struggle to quit, and how to have supportive, nonjudgmental conversations that help them make healthier choices.
Regster HERE:
If you can’t make it live, all who register will receive a link to the recording. The recording will also include a Spanish translation.

PG Cares Community Coalition Meeting
2026-08-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Community Room of the Public Safety Building, 108 S. 100 E., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join us for our monthly community coalition meeting. Find out what PG Cares is up to. Participate in our coalition trainings, community decisions, and evaluations. It takes a village to prevent addiction, abuse, and suicide. Dinner is provided.
RSVP HERE
Prevention Coordinator: Nicole Khountham – NKhountham@pgcityutah.gov

Phones at School Habits at Home: Operation Parent Webinar
2026-08-25 11:00 - 12:00
As schools across the country introduce cell phone bans and new phone policies, many families are seeing both benefits and challenges at school and at home. Pediatrician Dr. Molly O’Shea and Ashley Horne with AAP will discuss healthy media habits, the impact of phones on youth mental health, and how to recognize signs of Problematic Media Use (PMU) while helping kids build healthier relationships with technology.
Register HERE:
If you register but are unable to watch live, they will email you out a recording. The recording will also include a Spanish translation.

Table Talks: Helping Kids Make Healthy Choices
2026-08-28 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Friday, August 28. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.

Hope4Orem Mental Wellness Resource Fair
2026-08-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Orem Library Hall & Auditorium, 58 N State Street, Orem, UT, 84057, United States
Hope4Orem is excited to invite you to our annual Hope4Orem Mental Wellness Resource Fair, to be held on Monday, August 31, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Orem Library Hall & Auditorium.
Event Schedule

5:45 PM: Doors open
6:00 PM: Welcome, opening musical performance by The Miners, and remarks from our featured speaker, Noah Canon (learn more about Noah at NoahCanon.com)
6:30 PM: Resource fair and community Q&A begin

In addition to the resource fair, the evening will include live music, face painting, balloon artists, free snow cones, and special appearances by Disney princesses, making it a fun event for the entire family.

Guiding Good Choices-English
2026-09-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Pleasant Grove Recreation Center, 547 South Locust Avenue, Pleasant Grove, 84062
Guiding Good Choices is a national, research-based program for parents of kids in grades 4-8. Over the course of five weeks, you will learn to:

Strengthen family bonds
Improve communication
Handle conflict in a healthy way
Help your kids avoid risky behaviors

Free Workshop Includes:

Dinner for the whole family
Childcare for ages 8 and under
Activities for ages 9 and up
$50 gift basket (upon completion of the workshop)

Workshop dates: Sep 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 26
RSVP HERE
Questions? Contact Traci: tbulkley@pgcityutah.gov 801-796-2712

Table Talks: Creating Hope & Connection
2026-09-22 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Tuesday, September 22. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.

Table Talks: Building Strong Decision-Makers
2026-10-13 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Tuesday, October 13. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.

Guiding Good Choices-English
2026-11-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Pleasant Grove Recreation Center, 547 South Locust Avenue, Pleasant Grove, 84062
Guiding Good Choices is a national, research-based program for parents of kids in grades 4-8. Over the course of five weeks, you will learn to:

Strengthen family bonds
Improve communication
Handle conflict in a healthy way
Help your kids avoid risky behaviors

Free Workshop Includes:

Dinner for the whole family
Childcare for ages 8 and under
Activities for ages 9 and up
$50 gift basket (upon completion of the workshop)

Workshop dates: Nov 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec 7
RSVP HERE
Questions? Contact Traci: tbulkley@pgcityutah.gov 801-796-2712

Table Talks: Raising Kids in a Digital World
2026-11-20 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Friday, November 20. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.

Table Talks: The Power of Family Connection
2026-12-15 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Tuesday, December 15. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.

Guiding Good Choices-Spanish Session
2027-01-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Pleasant Grove Recreation Center, 547 South Locust Avenue, Pleasant Grove, 84062
Guiding Good Choices es un programa nacional basado en investigaciones para padres de niños de 4.º a 8.º grado. A lo largo de cinco semanas, aprenderá a:

Fortalecer los lazos familiares
Mejorar la comunicación
Manejar los conflictos de forma saludable
Ayudar a sus hijos a evitar conductas de riesgo

El taller gratuito incluye:

Cena para toda la familia
Cuidado de niños para niños de 8 años o menos
Actividades para niños de 9 años o más
Cesta de regalo de $50 (al finalizar el taller)

Fechas del taller: 12, 19, 26 de enero, 2, 9 de febrero
RSVP HERE
¿Preguntas?
Lily Christensen- 385-242-4961
tbulkley@pgcityutah.gov

Table Talks: Helping Kids Bounce Back
2027-01-22 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Friday, January 22. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.

Guiding Good Choices-English
2027-02-22 18:00 - 20:30 | Pleasant Grove Recreation Center, 547 South Locust Avenue, Pleasant Grove, 84062
Guiding Good Choices is a national, research-based program for parents of kids in grades 4-8. Over the course of five weeks, you will learn to:

Strengthen family bonds
Improve communication
Handle conflict in a healthy way
Help your kids avoid risky behaviors

Free Workshop Includes:

Dinner for the whole family
Childcare for ages 8 and under
Activities for ages 9 and up
$50 gift basket (upon completion of the workshop)

Workshop dates: Feb 22, Mar 1, 8, 22, 29
RSVP HERE
Questions? Contact Traci: tbulkley@pgcityutah.gov 801-796-2712

Table Talks: Flourishing or Floundering
2027-03-26 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Friday, March 26. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.

Table Talks: Building Safe, Confident Kids
2027-04-20 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Tuesday, April 20. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.

Table Talks: Helping Youth Thrive
2027-05-07 12:30 - 14:00 | Pleasant Grove Library: Upstairs Activity Room, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, United States
Join PG Cares for a free Table Talk featuring expert speakers and practical conversations on topics that support youth, families, and a healthy community. Each session explores a different topic and provides helpful information, local resources, and strategies you can apply in everyday life.
What to expect:

A welcoming, discussion-based environment
Practical, research-informed information
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with local resources
Lunch provided

This month’s topic, speaker, and learning objectives will be announced soon.
📍 Pleasant Grove Library
📅 Friday, May 7. 1230-2 pm
Reserve your free seat today! Space is limited.
