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EVENTS & PROGRAMS
UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS

Roots and Wings: Rise and RideTue, Feb 17Location is TBD
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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
5 days ago


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
5 days ago


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
5 days ago


A Evening on the Lake
Lake day was EVERYTHING! It was a day to celebrate summer, nature, and connection. We spent a perfect summer afternoon at Mountain Point...
Aug 14


Roots & Wings: Trailblazers
This spring, our teens dove into powerful, trust-building experiences in nature and alongside some incredible animals. Whether navigating...
Jul 8


Prom: Out of This World
Song: Shut Up and Dance by Walk The Moon Common Thread Prom was truly out of this world! Teens arrived dressed to impress and ready to...
May 2


Prom Shop: Walking Away with Confidence
We’re still glowing from the joy and energy of an unforgettable day! More than 70 teens walked away with full prom looks—stunning...
May 2


Level Up: The Launch to Roots and Wings
Roots and Wings has finally launched! Through extensive planning and with the goal of launching in 2025, we started our cohort programs,...
Apr 14


Our 2024 Impact
What a year! 2024 was filled with incredible events, transformative programs, and countless moments of joy. From Prom to a shopping...
Feb 12


A Magical Holiday Brunch
Song: Do You Believe In Magic by The Lovin' Spoonful Our Cozy Holiday Brunch was nothing short of magical! We welcomed over 175 teens to...
Feb 12


The Transformative Power of Equine Therapy
Song: Elfe by Dario Lessing We had the privilege of being hosted for two incredible Equine Therapy sessions with groups of teens, and the...
Feb 12


A Spooktacular Night
Song: Spooky Season (Single Version) by Bradley Thomas Turner Wow—what a night! Our Halloween Extravaganza brought together over 100...
Feb 12


Fostering Belonging: The Heart Behind Common Thread
At Common Thread, we are more than just a support system for teens impacted by foster care—we are a community of passionate, dedicated...
Feb 10


Back-to-School 2024: An Incredible Day of Support!
Song: Feel Again by OneRepublic Today was nothing short of extraordinary! We spent the afternoon with hundreds of teens and families,...
Feb 10


Cooking, Community, and Connection: Teens Learn from Chef Angela Verrastro
Song: Connection by OneRepublic A group of 10 teens had an unforgettable experience working alongside professional chef and restaurant...
Feb 10


Scaling New Heights: Teens Conquer Challenges in Our Rock Climbing Series
Our Rock Climbing series has been one to remember! It’s been truly remarkable to witness so many teens stepping outside of their comfort...
Jan 21


A Day of Joy with Ken Garff
Song: Hall of Fame by The Script & will.i.am At Common Thread, our mission is simple: every teen deserves to feel loved and...
Jan 21


A Prom Night for Everyone
Song: Home by Good Neighbors Prom 2024 // Last night was a memorable Prom night for countless teens, no matter their background, identity...
Jan 21


Life after Care with 1999 Collective UT
Thank you to 1999 Collective Utah for spending your afternoon with us. Today's course was titled, "Life After Care", we learned about...
Nov 7, 2023


NBA Game: Utah Jazz vs. Phoenix Suns
Sign up here: https://www.commonthreadut.com/event-details/jazz-vs-phoenix-suns Teens are welcome to come with one adult or a +1 to...
Nov 7, 2023
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