BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Guidance Center - Nurture development. Foster resilience. Cultivate well-being. - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.guidance-center.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Guidance Center - Nurture development. Foster resilience. Cultivate well-being. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240409T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240409T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20240219T154721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T160233Z UID:10000173-1712660400-1712664000@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Milestones Matter Part 2: The Preschool Years DESCRIPTION:Developmental milestones are the skills most children achieve by a certain age such as throwing a ball\, holding a pencil or riding a bike. Come join us to find out more about them\, as well as activities you can do to help promote your child’s growth and development. \nPresented by Michelle Mertic\, MSW\, LMSW\, EdD\, Director of Early Childhood Education\, Baker College \nTo register for this Zoom meeting click here. \nFor questions:\nTGC Head Start/Early Head Start parents call Kristie Shields at 734-318-4414. All other parents call Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/milestones-matter-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240320T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20221220T205842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T164614Z UID:10000153-1710961200-1710966600@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Navigating Parents Through the Teen Years DESCRIPTION:These comprehensive workshops are created for parents of preteens and teens. The skills you learn in these classes will give you confidence and courage to meet the challenges—and savor the joys—of your children’s teen years.\n \nMarch 20\, 2024: Is This Normal or What?\nMarch 27\, 2024: Understanding Social Media & App Technology\nApril 3\, 2024: Being Confident Enough to Make the Right Choices\nApril 10\, 2024: Prevention is the Key: Safe Conversations with Your Kids on Teen Dating\, Vaping\, Drugs and Alcohol Use\n \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert at 734-785-7705 x 7035 or arothert@guidance-center.org.\nRegistration is required.\n \nCLICK TO REGISTER URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/navigating-parents-through-the-teen-years-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240319T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20240130T145503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T160659Z UID:10000170-1710873000-1710876600@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Baby Language is Body Language DESCRIPTION:Using Baby Signs to Support Language and Emergent Literacy Before Your Baby Can Talk\n \nParents and caregivers are invited to join us for this virtual workshop to learn:\n• How infants and toddlers communicate with their faces\, bodies\, hands\, and voices before they have the words to tell us what they’re thinking and feeling\n• How you can model\, encourage\, and respond to babies’ body language by using gestures and baby signs as you talk with children in everyday interactions\n• Creating a list of the everyday routines where you could use gestures and baby signs to communicate\n \nPresented by Claire D. Vallotton\, PhD; Professor and Director of Graduate Studies\, Human Development and Family Studies at Michigan State University\n \nClick here to register.\n \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert at arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7035. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/baby-language-is-body-language/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240229T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240229T194500 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20240126T171502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T190325Z UID:10000169-1709227800-1709235900@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Leap Into Fun with Math and Science DESCRIPTION:A FREE Parent/Child Event for Fathers and Other Special Male Caregivers\n \nEvent Schedule\n5:15–5:30 Registration\n5:30–6:45 Dinner and family photos\n5:45–6:15 “The Importance of Fathers” by Waymond Hayes from Focus: HOPE\n6:15–7:45 Make It and Take It FUN math & science activities\n• Construction activities (Lego sets\, catapults & airplanes)\n• Science color experiment\n• Make a frame for your family photo\n• Math and science games\n \nAll activities are designed for children ages 3–8 but other ages are welcome to attend.\nAll food and activities are available while supplies last. We recommend arriving during the scheduled dinner time.\n \nRegistration is recommended/walk-ins are welcome.\n \nFor questions:\nTGC Early Head Start/Head Start parents contact Kristie Shields at734-785-7705 x7541.\nAll other parents contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369.\n \nAt Wayne County Community College District – Downriver Campus\nEntrance doors at circle drive under Welcome sign\n21000 Northline Rd\, Taylor MI\n \n\n\n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formI/we plan to attend:\n \n \n Screenagers Under the Influence - Oct 23\n Parent/Guardian Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n PhoneEmail(Required)\n \n ZIP codeTotal number of adults attendingChild #1 AgeChild #2 AgeChild #3 AgeChild #4 AgeChild #5 AgeChild #6 AgeThis field is hidden when viewing the formTotal number of children attendingAre any of the children enrolled in TGC Early Head Start/Head Start?\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unsure\n This field is hidden when viewing the formText/Email Opt-InI give The Guidance Center permission to contact me via text or email for event reminders. I understand that I may opt out at any time by contacting The Guidance Center.\n \n Text reminders\n \n \n Email reminders\n \n \n Please do not text or email reminders\n Please note that photography will take place at this public event for promotional and archival purposes. Photographs may appear on marketing materials and social media. Your registration signifies an agreement to be photographed. If you would prefer not to be photographed please let the event organizer know. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/leap-into-fun-with-math-and-science/ LOCATION:Wayne County Community College District – Downriver Campus\, 21000 Northline Rd\, Taylor\, MI\, 48180\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240206T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240206T143000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20231206T222259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T222618Z UID:10000140-1707224400-1707229800@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:How to Create Healthy Food for Babies DESCRIPTION:All are welcome at this FREE virtual workshop for parents and caregivers! \nJoin us on Zoom to learn: \n\nWhen to start babies on solid foods\nFeeding through the baby stages\nBenefits of homemade baby foods vs. store bought\nMake-ahead and storage of homemade baby foods\nWhen to offer your baby finger foods\n\nClick here to register for this virtual workshop. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/how-to-create-healthy-food-for-babies/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240111T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240111T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20221220T205845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T203542Z UID:10000141-1704997800-1705001400@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Mental Health 101 DESCRIPTION:Join us at this virtual workshop to discuss what mental health is and how puberty\, trauma\, social media and school safety play a role in how young people are managing. We will identify the differences between stress and anxiety and learn 10 easy coping skills to practice when under pressure.\n \nPresented by Allison Smith\, LMSW\, School Success Initiative Clinician at The Guidance Center\n \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert at arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7035.\n \nClick here to register in advance for this meeting. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/mental-health-101/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230926T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230926T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20221220T205845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T182852Z UID:10000051-1695753000-1695758400@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Stress-Free Essentials for Co-Parenting & Divorce DESCRIPTION:These workshops address the sometimes stressful relationship between parents living in separate households. Join us to learn ways to maintain the family unit\, decrease unnecessary emotional burdens on your child(ren) and keep them out of the middle. \nTuesdays in September from 6:30-8pm. Certificates will be provided. \nSeptember 5\, 2023: Child Centered or Parent Centered \nSeptember 12\, 2023: Tug of War or Peace of Mind \nSeptember 19\, 2023: Letting Go or Holding On \nSeptember 26\, 2023: Making It Better or Keep It Bitter \nClick here to register for this Zoom event. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nFor questions contact Anita Rothert at 734-785-7705 x7035 or arothert@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/co-parenting-divorce/2023-09-26/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230923T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230923T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20230719T181416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T184725Z UID:10000055-1695463200-1695470400@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Out of the Darkness Community Walk DESCRIPTION:Join the TGC Walkers and thousands of teams across the country to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. \nSaturday\, September 23\, 2023\nCheck-in at 8:30am | Walk begins at 10:00am\nFor those who wish to bike ride\, we will be meeting at Huroc Park (28700 Arsenal Rd\, Flat Rock\, MI) at 7:45am and leaving by 8am. \nThese Community Walks\, held in hundreds of cities across the country\, give people the courage to open up about their own experiences in dealing with suicide and a platform to create a culture that’s more informed about mental health\, recovery\, and suicide prevention. \nIt’s more important than ever for us to stay connected. United\, we can help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. \nClick here to sign up to walk\, bike\, or donate. \nFor more information contact Ted Dziengelewski at tdziengelewski@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7508. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/out-of-the-darkness-community-walk/ LOCATION:Willow Metropark\, 23200 S Huron Road\, New Boston\, MI\, 48164\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Parents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230916T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230916T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20230727T132402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T132402Z UID:10000056-1694851200-1694867400@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:NAMI Walk DESCRIPTION:Join the TGC Walkers and help end stigma at the Wayne State University Campus (630 Merrick St.\, Detroit MI 48202) from 8am to 12:30pm. \nYou can take part in the 5K walk\, bring your dog\, friends\, and family. Open to the whole community! \nNot a walker? Not a problem. There are other activities\, a deejay\, and lots of tables to visit. YOU can be a part of a great event! \nEmail jmeyers@guidance-center.org\, cangel@guidance-center.org\, or aweaver@guidance-center.org to register or click here. \n#Together4MH #MentalHealthForAll URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/nami-walk/ LOCATION:Wayne State University\, 630 Merrick St.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,Caregivers,Children,Fundraisers,Parents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230608T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230608T190000 DTSTAMP:20260407T130455 CREATED:20221220T205842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T143700Z UID:10000037-1686243600-1686250800@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Family Fun Day at Heritage Park DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a FREE parent-child event geared toward children ages 2-6 but all ages are welcome! Registration is encouraged. Walk-ins are welcome! \n\nScavenger hunt\nCraft activities\nFree food (hot dogs\, chips\, beverages)\nBook giveaway\nResources\nPrizes\n\nFor questions contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369 or jreitman@guidance-center.org. Head Start parents contact Kristie Shields at 734-785-7705 x7541. \nPlease meet at the Sheridan Center Pavilion. Click here to download park map. \nRegistration for this event is now closed but you can still attend and register when arriving at the park. We look forward to seeing you this evening! URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/family-fun-day/ LOCATION:Heritage Park\, 12111 Pardee Road\, Taylor\, MI\, 48180\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,Caregivers,Children,Parents END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR