A family of three sitting at a dining table in a bright, cozy kitchen, viewed through white plantation shutters, with greenery in the foreground.

Calm & Connect: Family Date Night

January 29th 2027 5pm-7pm

A different kind of date night. Join us at Canon Coffee House for an evening built just for you and your kiddo — a custom Regulation Bin you build together, Conversation Cards to talk through the big stuff over coffee, and real, undivided time with each other. Then, end the date by playing games and having a plan for the next intentional time you’ll make to connect.

Real, one-on-one time. No phones buzzing, no homework in the background — just you and your child, sitting down and building something together. A true date night, to feel connected.

Something to actually do together, not just talk about. Half the challenge of "quality time" is figuring out what to do with it. We hand you a guided, hands-on activity — no planning, no guesswork. Just show up and build.

Real emotional growth, not just a fun night out. Every bin you build and every Conversation Card you talk through teaches a real skill — how to name a big feeling and know what to do with it. That's a tool your family keeps using long after the night ends.

Kids catch it from each other. When your child looks around the room and sees other kids laughing, building, and connecting with their own parents, it does something no flyer can — it makes the whole thing feel fun and normal, and kids lean in faster once they see their peers already leaning in.

What's included: A DIY Regulation Bin personalized for your child, Guided Conversation Cards, a Local Family Resource Guide of trusted local tutors, counselors, and specialists, and a relaxed, self-guided evening — I'll be circulating table to table all night if you need anything, but this is your time to go at your own pace together.

A collection of children's toys and educational materials on a white surface. Includes a blue regulation bin labeled 'Melanie's Regulation Bin,' a Tangram Puzzle box, a colorful scratch art book, a Play-Doh container, a digital timer showing 3 minutes, toy monkey, a small potted plant, and various small toys and game pieces.

Pricing & Registration

Family Ticket (Adult(s) + 1 child): $30 pre-registered / $35 day-of

Each additional child: $20 pre-registered / $25 day-of

Family Bundle (Adult(s)+ 3 children): $60 pre-registered / $65 day-of

Grab your coffee and your kiddo’s drink at the counter — drinks aren’t included in your ticket. Purchase your spot below, then fill out the personalization form so we know how to build your child’s bin.

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