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-WR-CALNAME:The Guidance Center - Nurture development. Foster resilience. Cultivate well-being. X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.guidance-center.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Guidance Center - Nurture development. Foster resilience. Cultivate well-being. 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These workshops focus on the importance of keeping children out of the middle while helping to reduce stress and conflict among the adults. Topics include:\n1. Child Centered or Parent Centered\n2. Tug of War or Peace of Mind\n3. Letting Go or Holding On\n4. Making It Better or Keep It Bitter \nCertificate provided after entire series has been completed. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert at arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-904-7193. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/toolkit/2025-10-01/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121427 CREATED:20230410T184650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T152315Z UID:10000643-1759422600-1759429800@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:"Screenagers" Film Series DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 2\, 2025\nfrom 4:30-6:30pm\n\n\nThursday\, October 23\, 2025\nfrom 4:30-6:30pm\n\n\n\nScreenagers: Elementary School Age Edition provides numerous benefits by helping parents and caregivers understand and navigate the complexities of screen time in their children’s lives. \nTopics covered in this film include:\n• Understanding the impact of screen time\n• Encouraging open communication\n• Empowering parents with solutions\n• Promoting digital well-being\n• Realizing shared challenges\n• Addressing specific concerns\n\nScreenagers Under the Influence aims to equip teenagers and their support networks with knowledge\, tools\, and a more realistic understanding of substance use in the digital age\, fostering healthier choices and promoting well-being. This film will:\n• Address teen realities\n• Present evidence-based information\n• Empower teens with practical strategies\n• Promot open communication\n• Reduce stigma\n• Encourage peer support\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is free. Walk-ins welcome. Free small popcorn and small drink will be provided. \nQ&A and raffles following each film. \nFor questions contact Karen Hoffman-Herin at 734-785-7705 x7331 or khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org. \n\nRegistration is now closed. Walk-ins are welcome. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/film-series/2025-10-02/ LOCATION:MJR Southgate\, 15651 Trenton Road\, Southgate\, MI\, 48195 CATEGORIES:Adult,Caregivers ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121427 CREATED:20250730T153315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T142142Z UID:10000616-1759428000-1759435200@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Think Tank Thursdays DESCRIPTION:The Guidance Center Early Education Program presents Think Tank Thursdays (Part of Parent University)\nHead Start parents and caregivers are invited to these weekly virtual training session on a variety of topics related to child development\, family engagement\, health\, and wellness. Sessions include:\n• Work/life balance\n• Finances & taxes\n• Co-parenting\n• Kindergarten readiness\n• Healthy eating\n• Special education\n• Coping skills\n• Challenging behaviors\n• and more! \nPlease note that this event is for Head Start/Early Head Start families only. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Leslie Windless at 734-262-6836 or lwindless@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/think-tank-thursdays/2025-10-02/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Windless":MAILTO:lwindless@iamtgc.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251006T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251006T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121427 CREATED:20250624T193923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T193946Z UID:10000342-1759770000-1759775400@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Community Youth Support Group DESCRIPTION:Come be a part of an association of youth and young adults ages 13-18 looking to socialize and learn in the community. Snacks and materials will be provided. \nMondays from 5–6:30pm at The Guidance Center\, 26300 Outer Drive\, Lincoln Park\, MI 48146 \nFor more information please contact Youth Peer Support Specialists Daisy Franzel at 734-286-0111 or dfranzel@guidance-center.org\, or Tatiyana Roper at 734-756-2015 or troper@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/community-youth-support-group-2/2025-10-06/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251007T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251007T203000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121427 CREATED:20250815T143301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T143302Z UID:10000047-1759863600-1759869000@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Love & Logic Parenting Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a FREE virtual Parenting Education Series! These workshops provide concrete\, helpful information needed to be a more effective parent to motivate\, lead and inspire the best in your children. \nHave you ever asked yourself: “How can I support my child in increasing responsibility and decision making skills?”  Well then\, come and join us! \nWorkshop Sessions: \n\nRaising Responsible Kids (Tuesday\, October 7\, 2025)\nTurning Mistakes into Wisdom (Tuesday\, October 14\, 2025)\nYour Words are Golden (Tuesday\, October 21\, 2025)\n\nA certificate will be provided after the entire series has been completed. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \n\n\n \n Parent/Guardian Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n ZIP codeIncluding self\, total number of adults attendingEmail(Required)\n \n PhoneYou will be contacted via email to remind you of registering for this event. If you choose NOT to consent to these reminders\, please indicate this below.Consent\n \n Do NOT contact me via email to remind me of upcoming events. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/love-logic-parenting-boot-camp-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251008T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251008T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121427 CREATED:20250731T170630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T170630Z UID:10000629-1759948200-1759953600@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:An Essential Toolkit for Successful Co-Parenting DESCRIPTION:An Essential Toolkit for Successful Co-Parenting – A Virtual Workshop Series \nThese workshop topics address the relationship between separate households created as a result of cooperative parenting and divorce\, to help maintain the family unit and decrease unnecessary emotional burdens on the children. These workshops focus on the importance of keeping children out of the middle while helping to reduce stress and conflict among the adults. Topics include:\n1. Child Centered or Parent Centered\n2. Tug of War or Peace of Mind\n3. Letting Go or Holding On\n4. Making It Better or Keep It Bitter \nCertificate provided after entire series has been completed. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert at arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-904-7193. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/toolkit/2025-10-08/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121427 CREATED:20250730T153315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T142142Z UID:10000617-1760032800-1760040000@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Think Tank Thursdays DESCRIPTION:The Guidance Center Early Education Program presents Think Tank Thursdays (Part of Parent University)\nHead Start parents and caregivers are invited to these weekly virtual training session on a variety of topics related to child development\, family engagement\, health\, and wellness. Sessions include:\n• Work/life balance\n• Finances & taxes\n• Co-parenting\n• Kindergarten readiness\n• Healthy eating\n• Special education\n• Coping skills\n• Challenging behaviors\n• and more! \nPlease note that this event is for Head Start/Early Head Start families only. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Leslie Windless at 734-262-6836 or lwindless@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/think-tank-thursdays/2025-10-09/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Windless":MAILTO:lwindless@iamtgc.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251013T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251013T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121427 CREATED:20250624T193923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T193946Z UID:10000343-1760374800-1760380200@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Community Youth Support Group DESCRIPTION:Come be a part of an association of youth and young adults ages 13-18 looking to socialize and learn in the community. Snacks and materials will be provided. \nMondays from 5–6:30pm at The Guidance Center\, 26300 Outer Drive\, Lincoln Park\, MI 48146 \nFor more information please contact Youth Peer Support Specialists Daisy Franzel at 734-286-0111 or dfranzel@guidance-center.org\, or Tatiyana Roper at 734-756-2015 or troper@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/community-youth-support-group-2/2025-10-13/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20250731T170630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T170630Z UID:10000630-1760553000-1760558400@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:An Essential Toolkit for Successful Co-Parenting DESCRIPTION:An Essential Toolkit for Successful Co-Parenting – A Virtual Workshop Series \nThese workshop topics address the relationship between separate households created as a result of cooperative parenting and divorce\, to help maintain the family unit and decrease unnecessary emotional burdens on the children. These workshops focus on the importance of keeping children out of the middle while helping to reduce stress and conflict among the adults. Topics include:\n1. Child Centered or Parent Centered\n2. Tug of War or Peace of Mind\n3. Letting Go or Holding On\n4. Making It Better or Keep It Bitter \nCertificate provided after entire series has been completed. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert at arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-904-7193. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/toolkit/2025-10-15/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20250107T153954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T152649Z UID:10000258-1760637600-1760643000@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Teen Pride Alliance and Parent & Caregiver Alliance Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Two groups\, one purpose\nTeen Pride Alliance: 14-18 years old \n\nNew friends\nCommunity connections\nFun activities\nGroup-led topics\n\nParent & Caregiver Alliance \n\nConnections with other parents\nCommunity support\nLearning and sharing resources\n\nYouth and family members from the community may attend together or on their own.\nFood/refreshments will be provided. \nMonthly Groups: 3rd Thursday from 6pm-7:30pm \nFor more information contact Karen Hoffman-Herin at khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7331. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/pride-alliance/2025-10-16/ LOCATION:The Guidance Center’s Center for Excellence (Building 2)\, 13111 Allen Road\, Southgate\, MI\, 48195\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251016T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20250730T153315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T142142Z UID:10000618-1760637600-1760644800@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Think Tank Thursdays DESCRIPTION:The Guidance Center Early Education Program presents Think Tank Thursdays (Part of Parent University)\nHead Start parents and caregivers are invited to these weekly virtual training session on a variety of topics related to child development\, family engagement\, health\, and wellness. Sessions include:\n• Work/life balance\n• Finances & taxes\n• Co-parenting\n• Kindergarten readiness\n• Healthy eating\n• Special education\n• Coping skills\n• Challenging behaviors\n• and more! \nPlease note that this event is for Head Start/Early Head Start families only. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Leslie Windless at 734-262-6836 or lwindless@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/think-tank-thursdays/2025-10-16/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Windless":MAILTO:lwindless@iamtgc.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251020T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251020T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20250624T193923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T193946Z UID:10000344-1760979600-1760985000@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Community Youth Support Group DESCRIPTION:Come be a part of an association of youth and young adults ages 13-18 looking to socialize and learn in the community. Snacks and materials will be provided. \nMondays from 5–6:30pm at The Guidance Center\, 26300 Outer Drive\, Lincoln Park\, MI 48146 \nFor more information please contact Youth Peer Support Specialists Daisy Franzel at 734-286-0111 or dfranzel@guidance-center.org\, or Tatiyana Roper at 734-756-2015 or troper@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/community-youth-support-group-2/2025-10-20/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20250731T170630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T170630Z UID:10000631-1761157800-1761163200@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:An Essential Toolkit for Successful Co-Parenting DESCRIPTION:An Essential Toolkit for Successful Co-Parenting – A Virtual Workshop Series \nThese workshop topics address the relationship between separate households created as a result of cooperative parenting and divorce\, to help maintain the family unit and decrease unnecessary emotional burdens on the children. These workshops focus on the importance of keeping children out of the middle while helping to reduce stress and conflict among the adults. Topics include:\n1. Child Centered or Parent Centered\n2. Tug of War or Peace of Mind\n3. Letting Go or Holding On\n4. Making It Better or Keep It Bitter \nCertificate provided after entire series has been completed. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert at arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-904-7193. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/toolkit/2025-10-22/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20230410T184650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T152315Z UID:10000644-1761237000-1761244200@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:"Screenagers" Film Series DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 2\, 2025\nfrom 4:30-6:30pm\n\n\nThursday\, October 23\, 2025\nfrom 4:30-6:30pm\n\n\n\nScreenagers: Elementary School Age Edition provides numerous benefits by helping parents and caregivers understand and navigate the complexities of screen time in their children’s lives. \nTopics covered in this film include:\n• Understanding the impact of screen time\n• Encouraging open communication\n• Empowering parents with solutions\n• Promoting digital well-being\n• Realizing shared challenges\n• Addressing specific concerns\n\nScreenagers Under the Influence aims to equip teenagers and their support networks with knowledge\, tools\, and a more realistic understanding of substance use in the digital age\, fostering healthier choices and promoting well-being. This film will:\n• Address teen realities\n• Present evidence-based information\n• Empower teens with practical strategies\n• Promot open communication\n• Reduce stigma\n• Encourage peer support\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is free. Walk-ins welcome. Free small popcorn and small drink will be provided. \nQ&A and raffles following each film. \nFor questions contact Karen Hoffman-Herin at 734-785-7705 x7331 or khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org. \n\nRegistration is now closed. Walk-ins are welcome. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/film-series/2025-10-23/ LOCATION:MJR Southgate\, 15651 Trenton Road\, Southgate\, MI\, 48195 CATEGORIES:Adult,Caregivers ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20250730T153315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T142142Z UID:10000619-1761242400-1761249600@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Think Tank Thursdays DESCRIPTION:The Guidance Center Early Education Program presents Think Tank Thursdays (Part of Parent University)\nHead Start parents and caregivers are invited to these weekly virtual training session on a variety of topics related to child development\, family engagement\, health\, and wellness. Sessions include:\n• Work/life balance\n• Finances & taxes\n• Co-parenting\n• Kindergarten readiness\n• Healthy eating\n• Special education\n• Coping skills\n• Challenging behaviors\n• and more! \nPlease note that this event is for Head Start/Early Head Start families only. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Leslie Windless at 734-262-6836 or lwindless@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/think-tank-thursdays/2025-10-23/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Windless":MAILTO:lwindless@iamtgc.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251027T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251027T183000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20250624T193923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T193946Z UID:10000345-1761584400-1761589800@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Community Youth Support Group DESCRIPTION:Come be a part of an association of youth and young adults ages 13-18 looking to socialize and learn in the community. Snacks and materials will be provided. \nMondays from 5–6:30pm at The Guidance Center\, 26300 Outer Drive\, Lincoln Park\, MI 48146 \nFor more information please contact Youth Peer Support Specialists Daisy Franzel at 734-286-0111 or dfranzel@guidance-center.org\, or Tatiyana Roper at 734-756-2015 or troper@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/community-youth-support-group-2/2025-10-27/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T121428 CREATED:20250730T153315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T142142Z UID:10000620-1761847200-1761854400@www.guidance-center.org SUMMARY:Think Tank Thursdays DESCRIPTION:The Guidance Center Early Education Program presents Think Tank Thursdays (Part of Parent University)\nHead Start parents and caregivers are invited to these weekly virtual training session on a variety of topics related to child development\, family engagement\, health\, and wellness. Sessions include:\n• Work/life balance\n• Finances & taxes\n• Co-parenting\n• Kindergarten readiness\n• Healthy eating\n• Special education\n• Coping skills\n• Challenging behaviors\n• and more! \nPlease note that this event is for Head Start/Early Head Start families only. \nClick here to register via Zoom. \nFor more information contact Leslie Windless at 734-262-6836 or lwindless@guidance-center.org. URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/think-tank-thursdays/2025-10-30/ LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Windless":MAILTO:lwindless@iamtgc.net END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR