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Spring Celebration with a Massive Egg Hunt

Song: Gold by Myles Smith Saturday was our big Spring Event, and it did not disappoint 🌸 Teens came together for an unforgettable day filled with energy, laughter, and connection. The highlight? A massive egg hunt featuring over 1,000 eggs—including TWO golden eggs hidden somewhere in the mix. The excitement was real! Beyond the hunt, the day was packed with interactive games like tug-of-war, musical plates, a water balloon toss, and even human tic-tac-toe. Everywhere you lo

Apr 7

Roots and Wings: Rise and Ride

This season, Common Thread partnered with Chill Foundation to bring teens an unforgettable experience on the mountain—one that went far beyond learning how to snowboard. Over the course of eight sessions, teens showed up ready to try something new, challenge themselves, and support one another along the way. For most, it was their very first time on a snowboard. What started as uncertainty quickly turned into determination, growth, and a whole lot of unforgettable moments. Sn

Mar 30

Game Night Highlights

SONG: FUN, FUN, FUN BY THE BEACH BOYS Game Night brought incredible energy from start to finish, creating a space where teens could relax, connect, and simply have fun together. With great food, friendly competition, a little magic, and plenty of unexpected moments, the night was anything but ordinary. From the moment the games began, the room was filled with laughter and excitement. Teens jumped into a mix of classic favorites and new challenges, quickly turning simple games

Mar 16

A Year of Meaningful Connection

At Common Thread, we believe that every teen deserves to feel safe, seen, and connected. While we intentionally stepped away from our monthly events this year to focus on launching our Roots and Wings programs, our mission remained at the center of everything we did. This shift allowed us to deepen our impact—creating more consistent, relationship-driven experiences for teens who need it most. We’re incredibly proud of what we accomplished this year and deeply grateful for t

Dec 30, 2025

A Seat at the Table: Redefining the Holiday Experience for Teens

Song: Underneath the Tree by Kelly Clarkson This holiday season, we made an intentional shift toward a more intimate, experience-based gathering—one that centered connection, dignity, and creating something truly memorable for the teens we serve. In partnership with Hill Top Hospitality and Urban Hill, we had the opportunity to host 45 teens for an incredible fine dining experience. From the moment we walked in, it was clear this day would be special. The space was beautiful—

Dec 27, 2025

Roots and Wings: Adulting 101

Adulting 101 was filled with hands-on learning, meaningful conversations, and the kind of connection that helps teens step into their futures with confidence. Each session offered something different—new skills, new challenges, and new ways to show up for ourselves and each other. Week 1: Navigating TRAX & Navigating Independence We kicked things off alongside the 1999 Collective with a crash course in the SLC TRAX system. After dinner and treats from Kneaders, we jumped into

Dec 17, 2025

Thanksgiving Meals from the Community

Song: What A Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong This giving season, something incredible happened in our community. One of our dedicated Common Thread volunteers, Mariah, along with her network of generous helpers, stepped forward in a big way. Together, they represented Common Thread with so much heart and delivered 31 full Thanksgiving dinners to families in our community. Each dinner was large enough to serve 10 people, meaning more than 300 individuals were nourished this

Dec 8, 2025

Halloween at Cornbelly's

This Halloween, 30 teens came together to experience the magic of Cornbelly’s, and it was everything we hoped for and more. From screaming their way through haunted houses to racing down the giant slides, weaving through the corn maze, and challenging each other to classic fall games, the night was packed with energy and joy. What stood out most was the way the teens connected with one another—laughing, cheering each other on, and creating memories that will stick with them l

Dec 8, 2025

Back to School 2025

This past Saturday, Common Thread hosted our annual Back-to-School event—and it was nothing short of extraordinary. Hundreds of teens poured in throughout the day, ready to gear up for a new school year. What they found was not just supplies or services, but a community showing up for them in the most generous and heartfelt ways. More than 40 professionals—including barbers, hairstylists, makeup and brow artists, nail technicians, and estheticians—donated their time and exper

Dec 7, 2025