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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-2-2/2026-03-19/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251112T210000
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SUMMARY:"Screenagers" Film Series - Grosse Ile
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 5\, 2025\nfrom 7-9pm (doors open at 6:30pm)\n\n\nWednesday\, November 12\, 2025\nfrom 7-9pm (doors open at 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\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• Promote open communication\n• Reduce stigma\n• Encourage peer support\n\n\n\n\nAt Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church\, 7925 Horsemill Rd\, Grosse Ile\, MI 48138 \nRegistration is free. Walk-ins welcome. \nQ&A and raffles following each film. \nFor questions contact Karen Hoffman-Herin at 734-785-7705 x7331 or khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/film-series-gi/2025-11-12/
LOCATION:Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church\, 7925 Horsemill Rd\, Grosse Ile\, MI\, 48138
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T113701
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T152315Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T160000
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SUMMARY:Reel Fun: A Fishing Adventure
DESCRIPTION:A FREE Parent/Child Event for Fathers and Other Special Male Caregivers \nJoin us for an enjoyable afternoon at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge\, where dads/male caregivers and their children can bond while fishing and exploring nature. Whether experienced or new to fishing\, our guides will offer tips and support. The event promotes quality time\, laughter\, and connection with nature. Bring your fishing gear; if not\, we’ll provide everything needed! Games\, activities\, and free snacks included. \nRegistration is recommended/Walk-ins are welcome \nFor questions or more info please contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x 7369 \n\nOnline registration is now closed but walk-ins are welcome.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/reel-fun-a-fishing-adventure/
LOCATION:Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge\, 5437 W. Jefferson Avenue\, Trenton\, MI\, 48183\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Home page block,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250115T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250115T210000
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UID:10000235-1736971200-1736974800@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating Tools for Hope & Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating hope is an essential part of human development. It is a tool that helps to manage stress/anxiety\, develop positive habits\, expand relationships\, overcome obstacles and ultimately take action to find practical solutions. Parents and caregivers help shape a youth’s ability to foster hope within themselves. \nCome join Kathryn Ames\, licensed professional counselor\, college athlete\, coach\, mom and founder of Thru the Game accompanied by Rylee Tinny\, junior athlete at the University of Michigan and Thru the Game youth leader to learn more about how we can connect and support our teens’ hopes and dreams. \nClick here to register via Zoom.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/youth-hope/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250103T193000
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CREATED:20241230T171310Z
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UID:10000248-1735927200-1735932600@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:The Downriver LGBTQ+ Alliance Kickoff Event
DESCRIPTION:We are here so you are not alone! A space for making connections\, sharing and helping each other.  \nJoin us for a group dinner followed by teens and parents/caregivers individual groups. All high school aged teens (14-18 years) are welcome with or without an adult! Likewise\, parents/caregivers can attend without a child in attendance.  \nMonthly meeting to follow on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Next meeting Jan 16\, 2025. \nWe are here to create a fun and safe space for teens to connect\, while giving parents and families the chance to share resources\, support each other\, and be part of a supportive community. \n• Make new friends and connections with other peers and parents\n• Get your questions answered\n• Enjoy fun activities\n• Learn about available resources\n• Free dinner provided \nFor more information contact Karen Hoffman-Herin at 734-785-7705 x7331 or khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/the-downriver-lgbtq-alliance-kickoff-event/
LOCATION:The Guidance Center’s Center for Excellence (Building 2)\, 13111 Allen Road\, Southgate\, MI\, 48195\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241209T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241209T210000
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CREATED:20240919T161144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T144734Z
UID:10000234-1733774400-1733778000@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Youth Body Image: Comparison Culture
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE TO MONDAY\, DECEMBER 9 FROM 8-9PM\nSocial media\, celebrities and other trends have created a culture that continues to impact body image and the mental well-being of today’s youth. Parents and caregivers can play a vital role in helping to combat the negative messages that influence how youth see themselves. \nJoin us with Kathryn Ames\, a licensed professional counselor and founder of Thru the Game\, and Simone DeLoach\, competitive swimmer and baseball player\, as they discuss how culture influences body image and mental health of youth. \nClick here to register via Zoom.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/youth-body-image/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T113701
CREATED:20240918T173840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T163850Z
UID:10000233-1728498600-1728504000@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Youth Sports & Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Participating in team sports can help children become more confident\, social\, inquisitive\, respectful and engaged. However\, pressure from adults can cause a positive activity to become a negative stressor. \nJoin us with Kathryn Ames\, a licensed professional counselor and founder of Thru the Game\, and USA Olympian Ben Pinelman as they share strategies on how to prioritize youth’s mental health while participating in sports. \nClick here to register via Zoom.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/youth-sports-mental-health/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240924T200000
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CREATED:20240828T153158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T142909Z
UID:10000220-1727204400-1727208000@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Keeping Your Kids Safe in a Digital World
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what apps your kids are using online and why?\nDo you know what parental controls are available to keep your kids safe?\nDid you know that sexting can be illegal in Michigan? \nJoin Alisha Meneely from the Michigan Child Protection Registry for this FREE Zoom event and learn about what our kids are doing online and how to keep them safe. \nRegister you and your family’s email\, cell number and app handles at www.ProtectMIChild.com to STOP receiving advertisements from alcohol\, tobacco\, pornography\, illegal drug and online gambling marketers \nClick to register via .
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/digital-world/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Hoffman-Herin":MAILTO:khoffman-herin@guidance-center.org
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