Fatherhood Engagement Month

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June is Fatherhood Engagement Month, a time to celebrate fathers and the important role they play in helping children feel safe, loved and supported. Fatherhood engagement encourages positive, active father-child relationships and promotes stronger connections with paternal family members when local departments of social services are working to support child safety and family well-being.

This year, VDSS is partnering with community organizations and local departments of social services across Virginia to host regional events for fathers and their children. Fathers can also join the celebration by participating in the Fatherhood Engagement Bingo game. Download the bingo card, complete activities with your child throughout the month and check off each box as you go. Once you complete a bingo, bring your completed card to an in-person regional event to enter a raffle for a chance to win $250 and other fatherhood items. View the flyer and regional event details below.

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Fatherhood Events

علاقہ مقام Address Date and Time
شمالی Martin Luther King Jr Park & Pool
8115 Fordson Road
Hybla Valley, VA 22306
 June 20, 2026  11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.
مغربی The Conery: Thee Draper Village 3163 Greenbrier Road, Draper VA 24324) June 19, 5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
پیڈمونٹ Center in the Square 1 Market Square SE, Roanoke, VA 24011 June 20, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
مرکزی Shepard Stadium 901 Meridian Avenue, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 June 20, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
مشرقی Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 June 27, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

 

 

 

Fathers and father figures play an important role in a child’s well-being. Explore the infographic to learn more about fatherhood engagement and ways to build stronger connections with children.

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