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SUMMARY:Parenting Made Enjoyable! Love & Logic Methods
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever asked yourself: Why can’t I get my child to be more responsible and make better decisions? Come and join us! \nThese virtual workshops provide concrete (helpful) information needed to be a more effective parent to motivate\, lead and inspire the very best in your children. \nWednesday Evenings: March 4\, 11\, 18\, 25\, and April 1\, 2026 \nWorkshop Sessions: \n\nHandling Misbehavior without Breaking a Sweat\nTeaching Kids to Listen the First Time\nAvoid Power Struggles and Bedtime Battles\nSetting Limits\nWhat to Do When Your Kids Leave You Speechless\n\nCertificates will be provided after entire series has been completed. \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7035. \nClick here to register via Zoom.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/parenting-made-enjoyable/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Home page block,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20260126T140447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T193127Z
UID:10000699-1774378800-1774384200@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:You’re Not Alone: Parenting Through the Teen Years
DESCRIPTION:Parenting a teenager can feel overwhelming\, confusing\, and at times isolating—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. This free virtual workshop is designed to equip parents and caregivers with practical tools\, insight\, and encouragement to strengthen relationships and confidently guide teens through today’s complex world. \nTuesday Evenings via Zoom from 7-8:30pm\nMarch 17 and 24\, 2026 \nWorkshop Sessions\n1: Strengthening Parent-Child Relationships Through Positive Communication\n2: Raising Digitally Savvy—and Safe—Teens  \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert at arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7035. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/youre-not-alone/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260304T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260304T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20260203T143016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T173420Z
UID:10000590-1772616600-1772620200@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Infant Massage
DESCRIPTION:Parents and caregivers are invited to this series to improve communication and bonding\, learn relaxation techniques\, and increase caregiver confidence. \nThis class is best suited for babies at least 6 weeks old and up until they start crawling. \nWeek 1 (March 4) – Leg & Arm Massage \nWeek 2 (March 11) – Abdomen & Chest Massage \nWeek 3 (March 18) – Face & Back Massage \nClass size is limited and registration is required. For questions or more information contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369 or jreitman@guidance-center.org. \n \nClick here to register via Zoom. \n \nAfter registering you will receive a confirmation phone call.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/infant-massage-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20250730T153315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T142142Z
UID:10000627-1766080800-1766088000@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/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Windless":MAILTO:lwindless@iamtgc.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250509T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20221220T205842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T164016Z
UID:10000012-1746781200-1746786600@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:TALK. LISTEN. CONNECT.
DESCRIPTION:Free Mini Parenting Conference hosted by The Guidance Center \nCome join us for some helpful information on career and postsecondary planning for students. This webinar will help you as a parent and your student to prepare for whatever path they choose after high school. You will also learn about what signs to watch out for\, if they are struggling with stress or emotional difficulties\, and where to find help and access resources as they venture off to college or into the workforce.  \nPresented by Paul Carlin\, MA\, LPC\, Career Counselor\nand Allison Smith\, LMSW\, School Success Initiative Clinician \nClick here to register via Zoom.\nFor more information contact Lisa Horvath at lhorvath@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7361.\nThis workshop will be recorded.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/talk-listen-connect/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Caregivers,Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20250129T162359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T162809Z
UID:10000309-1741287600-1741293000@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Parenting Through the Teen Years Love & Logic Methods
DESCRIPTION:These one-time workshop events will help build strong communication and healthy life skills between the adult and teen. \nThese virtual workshops provide concrete (helpful) information needed to be a more effective parent to motivate\, lead and inspire the very best in your children. \nWednesday Evenings: February 26\, March 5\, & 12\, 2025 from 7-8:30pm \nWorkshop Sessions: \n\nWhat’s With You\nUnderstanding Social Media and App Technology\nBeing Confident Enough to Make Better Choices\n\nCertificates will be provided after entire series has been completed. \nFor more information contact Anita Rothert arothert@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7035. \nClick here to register via Zoom.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/parenting-through-the-teen-years/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20230410T184413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T180200Z
UID:10000008-1740682800-1740686400@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Gun Safety Awareness & Talking to Our Kids
DESCRIPTION:Nurture the Future presents this free virtual parenting workshop. Susan Yeghissian from BeSMART and Mary Miller\, Clinical Child Therapist come together in this workshop to provide gun safety awareness information as well as a discussion about how parents can help their kids process what they learn at home and at school about guns and the threat of gun violence. \nAll participants will receive a free gun lock. \nFor questions or more information contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369 or jreitman@guidance-center.org. \nClick here to register via Zoom.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/gun-safety-awareness/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20241213T184314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T184314Z
UID:10000245-1738004400-1738008000@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:How to Better Understand and Support Your Child’s Challenging Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:A Zoom Workshop for Parents of Children Ages 2-10 \nJoin us for a workshop that will offer parents and caregivers tips and tools for exploring what may be behind their child’s anger or other challenging behaviors. The better we understand\, the better we can respond.\nPresented by Danielle Davey\, MSW\, LMSW \nFor questions or more information contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369 or jreitman@guidance-center.org. \nClick here to register via Zoom.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/challenging-behaviors/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Children,Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250115T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20240919T182719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T193041Z
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:20241209T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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:20260417T050408
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
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20240723T164139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T173701Z
UID:10000208-1724241600-1724245200@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:SANE/SAFE 101
DESCRIPTION:SAFE/SANE 101: The Medical Forensic Examination and the Role of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner in Cases Involving Pediatric and Adolescent Patients \nPresented by Kirstin Neumann-Sweeney\, BSN\, RN\, SANE-A\, SANE-P\, DM-AFN \nAvalon Healing Center (AHC) serves Wayne County with acute medical forensic examinations. This team has worked collaboratively with community agencies and multidisciplinary team (MDT) members for nearly two decades\, but the actual scope of their work is often not fully understood. Join the AHC Pediatric/Adolescent SAFE Program Director to discuss the role and function of this healthcare specialist and how their work integrates within the MDT in providing enhanced outcomes for patients and their families. \nFor questions please contact Melanie Richards at mrichards@guidance-center.org or 734-785-7705 x7294. \nClick here to register via Zoom.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/sane-safe-101/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240801T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20240304T165847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T145112Z
UID:10000190-1722538800-1722544200@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:United Front: Working Together as a Blended Family
DESCRIPTION:United Front: Working Together as a Blended Family\n \nA blended family concept leaves room for countless benefits because it provides opportunities for children and parents to develop positive family relationships\, open communication and problem-solving skills. Children from mixed families may also be more open to understanding different cultures\, values and beliefs.\n \nWorkshop Sessions\nJuly 11: Blended/ Stepfamily Living: Family Challenges\nJuly 18: Finding Balance: Communications and Problem Solving\nJuly 25: A Tale of Two Families: Turning Differences into Opportunities\nAugust 1: From Anger and Power Struggles: Embracing Success\n \nThese sessions have been adapted from the Love and Logic and Active Parents series.\n \nSpace is limited! Registration is required. Click 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/united-front/2024-08-01/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregivers,Parents
ORGANIZER;CN="Anita Rothert":MAILTO:arothert@guidance-center.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20230418T155906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T142533Z
UID:10000014-1719403200-1719406800@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Secondary Trauma and Its Impact
DESCRIPTION:Clinicians\, case managers\, advocates\, educators\, supervisors\, and other helping professionals are invited to attend this workshop to learn more about secondary trauma and how it can impact their work\, relationships\, and personal well-being. \nLearn more about what secondary trauma looks like and get practical strategies that individuals\, teams\, and organizations can use to combat secondary trauma and improve well-being. Come join us for this informative and interactive virtual workshop! \nPresented by Karen DeKett\, MA\, LPC\, Kids-TALK CAC Consultant and Chanelle Topp\, MA\, LPC\, Kids-TALK CAC Supervisor \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/secondary-trauma-and-its-impact/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240522T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20230410T185441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T151145Z
UID:10000011-1716402600-1716406200@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Milestones Matter Part 4: Kindergarten Readiness: Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten?
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning from preschool to kindergarten can be both challenging and exciting and there is much to consider to ensure your child is prepared to thrive: \n• Is my child able to identify and regulate emotions?\n• Does my child have age appropriate self-help skills?\n• Can my child understand and follow two-step directions? \nJoin us to learn more about your child’s development and ways to support a positive\, successful transition to kindergarten. \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 Early Head Start/Head Start parents contact Kristie Shields at 734-785-7705 x7541.\nAll other parents contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/milestones-matter-4/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
CREATED:20240215T175440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T180238Z
UID:10000172-1711026000-1711029600@www.guidance-center.org
SUMMARY:Milestones Matter Part 1: The Early Years (Birth up to 36 months)
DESCRIPTION:Developmental milestones are the skills most children achieve by a certain age such as rolling over\, crawling\, walking or talking. 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 Early Head Start/Head Start parents contact Kristie Shields at 734-785-7705 x7541.\nAll other parents contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369.
URL:https://www.guidance-center.org/community-calendar-event/milestones-matter-1/
LOCATION:Zoom\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230926T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T050408
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
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