Vamos Cultural Festival

On Friday May 19th, The Matt Garcia Foundation was invited to the Vamos Cultural Festival fundraiser at the Sullivan Language Immersion Academy. The Sullivan Immersion Academy focuses on language programs that gives students a unique experience of education rooted in three major goals of biliteracy, bilingualism, and cultural competency. The festival included a variety of exciting events, including a student talent show, multicultural food tasting, games and a raffle prize giveaway.

Pictured in the photo at the Vamos Cultural Festival: Raymond and Teresa Courtemanche, Autumn, Vince Webster, and Fairfield Fire Department Members (Captain Kyle Smith, Engineer Hoyle and Firefighter/Paramedic Sherman). Photo taken by Board Member Sheila Webster

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How to Stop Being a People Pleaser

People-pleasing behavior, while ostensibly pleasant, causes enormous difficulties for us, especially in relationships and in love. We need to grow  better able to disappoint others, and to stop fearing calamity when we do so.

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Community Clean Up TOMORROW MORNING, See You Soon!

When: Saturday, June 24, 2023

Time: 9:00am – 11:00am

Where: Matt Garcia Foundation Office, 717 Texas Street, Fairfield, CA 94533

The Matt Garcia Foundation will provide gloves, garbage pickers and buckets for collecting the trash.
 
Students can earn community service hours. Lunch provided after the cleanup.
 
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Building Fund Donation

The Matt Garcia Foundation would like to give a huge shout out to GW Investors for their very generous donation. We are grateful to them for believing in the foundation and helping us to Keep the Dream Alive. 

Sincerely,
Teresa Courtemanche
President
The Matt Garcia Foundation

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SAVE THE DATE!

The Matt Garcia Foundation is pleased to announce our annual charity golf tournament, which will be held on Monday, October 9th, 2023. This year’s tournament will take place at the Rancho Solano Golf Club in Fairfield. Our golf fundraiser ensures the continuation of the important programs and activities we support throughout the year.

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Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day

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How do carbohydrates impact your health? - Richard J. Wood

The things we eat and drink on a daily basis can impact our health in big ways. Too many carbohydrates, for instance, can lead to insulin resistance, which is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease and Type 2 Diabetes. But what are carbs, exactly? And what do they do to our bodies? Richard J. Wood explains.

Lesson by Richard J. Wood, animation by Qa'ed Mai.

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Downtown Fairfield June Events

Farmer’s Market

*Thursdays - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: From 3:00pm-7:00pm

at County Greens in Downtown Fairfield

Summer Free Concert Series

'Hey Jule'

*Friday 9th: From 6:00pm-9:00pm

 at County Greens in Downtown Fairfield

Taste of Downtown

~Saturday 24: From 3:00pm-6:00pm

Fairfield's Economic Development staff is bringing back the vibrant Taste of Downtown event. This tasty, local sample showcase is designed to highlight Downtown restaurants. Attendees can sample items from participating restaurants' menus for only $25!

* Event on County Lawn

~ Event has street closures

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Survivors Support Group -- Second Tuesday

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How to manage your emotions

Explore the framework known as the Process Model, a psychological tool to help you identify, understand, and regulate your emotions.

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After a week of studying, you feel confident that you'll ace your exam. But when you get your grade back, it's much lower than you expected. You’re devastated, and the disappointment is hard to shake. Should you be trying to look on the bright side? And is controlling your emotions even possible? Explore techniques to help you identify, understand, and regulate your emotions.

Directed by Daniel Stankler.

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Conversation with Our Youth -- First Thursday

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