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01/08/2026

Show and Tell at Work Day is celebrated each year on January 8 and was created to bring back the excitement of show & tell from childhood. It is a reminder that age and maturity shouldn’t take away our sense of joy, creativity, or pride in what we make.

At CSS, show and tell looks a lot like our recent Craft Day event. Whether it’s sharing something we created, showing off a finished project, or talking about the story behind it, these moments help us connect, spark creativity, and celebrate self-expression.

Sharing gives us a chance to feel proud, learn from one another, and enjoy the simple fun of creating together! Pictured above is our dear Tim, smiling as he shows off one of the handmade projects he created during our event.

If you had a show and tell today, what would you bring?

01/07/2026

Today is I Am a Mentor Day.

Mentorship isn’t always about lessons or instructions. Sometimes, it’s about listening, encouragement, and simply being there for someone when they need support.

At CSS, mentoring happens every day through guidance, shared experiences, patience, and moments of genuine connection. Mentors help build confidence, create trust, and remind us that we don’t have to navigate things alone. Moments like this one show how powerful mentorship can be when it’s rooted in care and understanding.

Today, we celebrate the mentors who show up, support others, and help our community grow stronger together.

From all of us at CSS, thank you to all the mentors who make a difference.

Has a mentor ever made an impact in your life? We’d love to hear. Comment below!

01/06/2026

Did you know yesterday was National Bird Day?

Our CSS Social Media Group shared some of our favorite birds and what they represent. We talked about how eagles can symbolize strength, owls wisdom, cardinals confidence, and blue jays boldness. When we asked, “If CSS were a bird, which would it be?” our group agreed that penguins felt right because they represent family and togetherness.

Group members also shared their personal favorite birds: Mike chose the raven, Matija shared that he likes gulls, Conrad picked the sparrow, Emily chose the parrot, Dominic shared his love for penguins, Stephen chose the owl, and Tony selected the eagle.

Following up on our conversation yesterday about dialogue, we shared that communication, like birdsong, helps us connect, express ourselves, and better understand one another.

Tell us, what’s your favorite bird?

01/05/2026

Today is National Day of Dialogue!

In our CSS Social Media Group, we spent time today talking about what good conversations mean to us. We shared how listening, sharing, and being heard help us feel connected and included. Conrad said that good conversations make him feel happy, while Dominic shared that they make him feel excited.

We also talked about how we know when someone is really listening. Mike said that thoughtful responses matter to him. Stephen shared that being respectful is important, and Emily said that eye contact makes her feel heard.

When it comes to topics we enjoy talking about with friends, Matija loves chatting about soccer. Dominic enjoys talking about wrestling, and Tony shared that he likes to hug after a good conversation.

Dialogue is important at CSS because, as Mike shared, it helps us get creative ideas for events and learn more about us and our personal tastes. Stephen added that conversation helps us interact and learn more about one another.

At CSS, dialogue helps us understand each other better and actually feel included.

We’d love to know, what makes a conversation meaningful to you?

01/02/2026

Meet Dominic, a member of the CSS Social Media Group. One of his New Years resolutions this year is to share more with others - including his favorite games.

Dominic's favorite game is UNO, and he loves playing and having fun with friends. We love how his resolution is all about connection, generosity, and spending time together.

What's your favorite game to play with friends?
Let us know in the comments below!

01/01/2026

The CSS Social Media Group made this video to wish everyone a Happy New Year and to say thank you for being part of the CSS community. We’re excited to welcome a brand new year together!

Lately, we’ve been working together on coming up with our own New Year’s resolutions and thinking about the goals we want to set for the year ahead.

Now we’d love to hear from you: What are your New Year's resolutions or goals for this year?

Share them in the comments below as we can't wait to read them!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from your Friends at CSS! - https://mailchi.mp/css-md/happy-2026-from-your-friends-at-css

12/31/2025

Thank YOU for all of the holiday gifts and donations you shared with us this year. Every act of kindness means so much and helps support us here at CSS. We truly appreciate you thinking of us during the holiday season.

If you’re heading out to celebrate tonight, we want to remind everyone that you’re not the only ones on the road. Please be safe and drive carefully. We are very thankful for our well-maintained fleet of vans and the wonderful staff who safely drive us to all of our events throughout the year.

We wish you a safe holiday and a very happy New Year’s Eve!

12/31/2025

Today is the last chance to donate for 2025 charitable giving!

12/30/2025

One of our favorite spots in the CSS Eatery is the Snack Zone. This is a place where we can take a break, grab a snack, and enjoy time together.

The Snack Zone offers thoughtfully selected snacks that support health and wellness, including a variety of fresh apples and other nutritious options. It's all about giving everyone a choice they enjoy while also nourishing their bodies.

Sometimes we also like to gather here to play BINGO with our friends while we enjoy a snack.

Whether it's a quick snack between activities or a moment to relax and socialize, the Snack Zone is a small space that makes a huge difference in our day!

12/29/2025

Our friends in the Publications Committee wrote a blog post all about what we've been doing in December. You should read it!

https://css-md.org/2025/12/23/december-at-css/

(Some of us are in that group too)

~The CSS Social Media Group

The CSS Publications Committee writes about activities they've been doing this December at CSS. Committee members are people who are supported by CSS.

12/27/2025

We hear the work on the 2nd floor every day. It's exciting to see the progress and what the future renovations will be. We can't wait!