A Global Day of Unplugging
For the past 16 years, the Global Day of Unplugging has been celebrated on the first Saturday in March. From sundown on Friday March 7th to sundown on Saturday March 8th, people around the world will be putting away their phones and participating in a day without technology. They’ll be planning meet ups in their community to build connections in real life and take a break from technology together. In anticipation of this year’s event, we encourage everyone to step away from technology next weekend and enjoy the benefits of unplugging!
Ways to Unplug
Take a walk: The New Canaan Nature Center, Bristow Bird Sanctuary, Irwin Park and Waveny Park are all excellent, local options.
Game Night: Gather friends and family for an old fashioned game night.
Last Minute Digital Detox Getaway: Experience a trip focused around unplugging!
Pop-Up Book Club: Discuss the best things you read in the last month
Pasta Night: Make Pasta together and enjoy a homemade meal
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Control smartphones like tobacco, says leading WHO expert
Phones are addictive and should be treated like other substances, according to a leading World Health Organization expert.
Help New Canaan Unplug
If you are interested in creating a healthier relationship with technology for our children, please check out our survey HERE to let us know how you can help.
New Canaan Unplugged is a parent-run group completely independent from the New Canaan Public School System and the Town of New Canaan.
