Get Involved, Get Connected
Social Connectedness- Week 4 March 22-28, 2026
Get Involved, Get Connected
Social connection can lead to longer life, better health, and well-being, it can improve: our ability to manage stress, anxiety, depression, healthy eating habits and physical activity and quality of sleep. While loneliness and isolation have been studied for many years, more research is needed to identify the most effective ways to improve social connection for specific groups, ages and settings. Many times, we can identify for ourselves what we find to be the most effective ways to improve social connections. Small acts to build social connections can make a difference and improving social connections can be simple, but meaningful. Each of us can work to build valuable connections to others in our community and social settings.
Not everyone is comfortable in a room full of strangers. Some people prefer to participate in a social situation of 3-4 people. You’re still connecting with your community and building a social network.
Young people may sometimes feel uncomfortable being among people from different age groups, especially when they don’t see others like themselves. Older adults bring valuable life experience and often have deep connections within their communities, including involvement in activities and networks that may be less familiar to younger generations. Encouraging meaningful, respectful connections between younger and older people, whether with grandparents or other trusted older adults can create opportunities for shared learning, mutual understanding, and a stronger sense of community for everyone involved.
Community Connectedness: March 25 – March 28
Local communities host a variety of events during Week 4 of March:
Beltrami County
On March 28, families can participate in the Story Tree Preschool Program at Lake Bemidji State Park, along with a Signs of Spring Scavenger Hunt.
Also taking place is the Tiny Tots Health and Wellness Fair from 9:20 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Sanford Center.
Hubbard County:
Nevis Wellness Seminar: Tuesday March 24th, 2026. 9-10 AM Held at the Bella Caffee, Park Rapids. Speaker is: Dr. Cheryl Rising, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP Call 701-220-2936 to register, seating limited.
Clearwater County
On March 27 and 28, the community is invited to a Basket Planting Party at Grow It! Greenhouse and Garden Center in Gonvick from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Participants can learn about gardening and enjoy a hands-on planting experience. You will gain knowledge about which flowers to choose for your baskets.
Lake of the Woods County
Residents can take part in water exercise at the local pool at 4:15 p.m.
- Adults: $3.00
- Students: $2.00
- Preschool: $1.00
- Family maximum: $12.00
For more information, call Dave at 218-634-2510 ext. 1101.
Submitted by: North Country Community Health Services and Beltrami County Community Health Services- www.ncchb.org or www.co.beltrami.mn.us/services/public-health/ or find us on Facebook-North Country Community Health Services
(Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard and Lake of the Woods Public Health)