Blue Zones Project Virtual Family Summit

November 15-29, 2021

Well-being is a multi-generational experience, and what better way to connect the family dots than the interactive Blue Zones Project Virtual Family Summit. The fourth annual summit invites area students and their families—from grandchildren to grandparents and everyone in between—to log on and learn tips and techniques for living a longer, better life.

The summit takes place Nov. 15-29 through a host of videos that offer simple ways for kids and adults to stay healthy and exercise their minds and bodies—from yoga and downshifting to gardening and cooking demonstrations. The virtual lessons will be available on demand in both English and Spanish on the Blue Zones Project Virtual Family Summit website. Tarrant County schools are invited to show the videos to students during class or as part of a schoolwide event and to share summit information through school newsletters and social media. Families can also watch any or all the videos together at home.

And it pays to join in the fun. Participating Tarrant County schools and families are eligible to earn great prizes. Schools can win bikes and helmets, or a well-being event—including healthy snacks, activities, entertainment and Blue Zones Project swag. Families will also be entered to win cooking gadgets, fresh fruits and vegetables, and books.

“When people think of improving well-being, they often imagine drastic diets and exercise. The summit will show that making healthy choices can actually be fun,” said Matt Dufrene, vice president of Blue Zones Project, Fort Worth. “The Blue Zones Project Virtual Family Summit is just that---a chance to get the whole family involved---because when students begin good habits early, they’re more likely to keep them up for years to come.”

Anyone can take part in the Blue Zones Project Virtual Family Summit by logging on to the summit website between Nov. 15 and 29. Tarrant area families and schools eligible for prizes must submit post-summit forms, which can be found on the website.