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SUMMARY:Preschool Playtime - November 2
DESCRIPTION:Structured playtime including songs\, stories\, games and more! \nParents and caregivers join in the fun as little ones sing\, dance\, and play. \nPlease note families should attend only one class per week\, follow the age recommendation\, and keep in mind this is an interactive class designed for adults to participate. \nThis program is FREE\, but registration is required. Under number of guests\, select “1”. \nMondays OR Wednesdays | September 14 – November 18\, 2026\n9:30 – 10:15 AM – Children Under 2\n10:30 – 11:30 AM – Children Over 2 \nRegister Here\n  \nLed by Danielle Mitchelson\, former Director of Preschool for Birmingham Public Schools.
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/preschool-playtime-november-2/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Preschool Playtime
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261103T200000
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SUMMARY:Under One Roof: Exploring the Effects of Sibling Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Discover how siblings\, birth order and family dynamics shape who we are\, how we love\, and how we succeed. \nDrawing on the research from Jeffrey Kluger’s “The Sibling Effect”\, attendees will gain powerful insights to better understand their own personality traits and relationship patterns\, while learning practical ways to navigate expectations and foster healthier dynamics at home and in the workplace. \nFeaturing local therapists Mary Beth Garvey\, Brooke Miller\, and Christine Alcantara. \nCheck the Grosse Pointe Public Library or Harper Woods Public Library catalogs for copies of the book. \nBooks can also be borrowed from The Family Center\, just ask to borrow a copy when you register.
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/under-one-roof-exploring-the-effects-of-sibling-relationships/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Community Book Discussion
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260826T002441Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002441Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Playtime - November 4
DESCRIPTION:Structured playtime including songs\, stories\, games and more! \nParents and caregivers join in the fun as little ones sing\, dance\, and play. \nPlease note families should attend only one class per week\, follow the age recommendation\, and keep in mind this is an interactive class designed for adults to participate. \nThis program is FREE\, but registration is required. Under number of guests\, select “1”. \nMondays OR Wednesdays | September 14 – November 18\, 2026\n9:30 – 10:15 AM – Children Under 2\n10:30 – 11:30 AM – Children Over 2 \nRegister Here\n  \nLed by Danielle Mitchelson\, former Director of Preschool for Birmingham Public Schools.
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/preschool-playtime-november-4/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Preschool Playtime
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260826T004916Z
CREATED:20260807T174954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T004916Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Playtime - November 9
DESCRIPTION:Structured playtime including songs\, stories\, games and more! \nParents and caregivers join in the fun as little ones sing\, dance\, and play. \nPlease note families should attend only one class per week\, follow the age recommendation\, and keep in mind this is an interactive class designed for adults to participate. \nThis program is FREE\, but registration is required. Under number of guests\, select “1”. \nMondays OR Wednesdays | September 14 – November 18\, 2026\n9:30 – 10:15 AM – Children Under 2\n10:30 – 11:30 AM – Children Over 2 \nRegister Here\n  \nLed by Danielle Mitchelson\, former Director of Preschool for Birmingham Public Schools.
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/preschool-playtime-november-9/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Preschool Playtime
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T214632Z
CREATED:20260807T154938Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Work Harper Woods - November 10
DESCRIPTION:Drop-Ins Welcome! \n\n\nChoose compassion for yourself and take comfort in this safe space. Together\, we will learn how to develop resilience and be intentional in our grief\, so we can grow in our wisdom and connection to ourselves and others. \nFacilitated by Frank Wilberding\, LMSW\, clinical social worker in private practice in Grosse Pointe Park with experience in hospice and conducting bereavement and grief groups for many different types of loss. \nGPPL Ewald Branch – 15175 E. Jefferson\nAugust 25\, September 22\, October 27\, November 24\, December 22 \nHarper Woods Library – 19601 Harper Ave.\nAugust 11\, September 8\, October 13\, November 10\, December 8
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/grief-work-harper-woods-november-10/
LOCATION:Harper Woods Library\, 19601 Harper Ave.\, Harper Woods\, MI\, 48225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grief Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260826T002237Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Playtime - November 11
DESCRIPTION:Structured playtime including songs\, stories\, games and more! \nParents and caregivers join in the fun as little ones sing\, dance\, and play. \nPlease note families should attend only one class per week\, follow the age recommendation\, and keep in mind this is an interactive class designed for adults to participate. \nThis program is FREE\, but registration is required. Under number of guests\, select “1”. \nMondays OR Wednesdays | September 14 – November 18\, 2026\n9:30 – 10:15 AM – Children Under 2\n10:30 – 11:30 AM – Children Over 2 \nRegister Here\n  \nLed by Danielle Mitchelson\, former Director of Preschool for Birmingham Public Schools.
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/preschool-playtime-november-11/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Preschool Playtime
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260826T004726Z
CREATED:20260807T175153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T004726Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Playtime - November 16
DESCRIPTION:Structured playtime including songs\, stories\, games and more! \nParents and caregivers join in the fun as little ones sing\, dance\, and play. \nPlease note families should attend only one class per week\, follow the age recommendation\, and keep in mind this is an interactive class designed for adults to participate. \nThis program is FREE\, but registration is required. Under number of guests\, select “1”. \nMondays OR Wednesdays | September 14 – November 18\, 2026\n9:30 – 10:15 AM – Children Under 2\n10:30 – 11:30 AM – Children Over 2 \nRegister Here\n  \nLed by Danielle Mitchelson\, former Director of Preschool for Birmingham Public Schools.
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/preschool-playtime-november-16/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Preschool Playtime
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260826T002356Z
CREATED:20260807T175302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T002356Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Playtime - November 18
DESCRIPTION:Structured playtime including songs\, stories\, games and more! \nParents and caregivers join in the fun as little ones sing\, dance\, and play. \nPlease note families should attend only one class per week\, follow the age recommendation\, and keep in mind this is an interactive class designed for adults to participate. \nThis program is FREE\, but registration is required. Under number of guests\, select “1”. \nMondays OR Wednesdays | September 14 – November 18\, 2026\n9:30 – 10:15 AM – Children Under 2\n10:30 – 11:30 AM – Children Over 2 \nRegister Here\n  \nLed by Danielle Mitchelson\, former Director of Preschool for Birmingham Public Schools.
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/preschool-playtime-november-18/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Preschool Playtime
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260817T221203Z
CREATED:20260813T154436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T221203Z
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SUMMARY:Hollyfest
DESCRIPTION:Help Us Build Happier\, Heathier Families! \nSponsorships and tickets are available now. Join us to celebrate 26 years of service to our community! \n6 PM – Strolling Reception with Live Music in the Alger House \n7 PM – Dinner & Program in the Alger Center Ballroom \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/hollyfest/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Hollyfest
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260915T005301Z
CREATED:20260807T171302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T005301Z
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SUMMARY:The Healing Circle - November 19
DESCRIPTION:You are not alone. Join us in a safe\, supportive space to share\, heal\, and connect with others who understand. \nThis support group is to help those impacted by suicide loss cope with their complex grief. \nThe Healing Circle meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7:00PM. \nTo register\, please email register@familycenterhelps.org
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/the-healing-circle-november-19/
LOCATION:The War Memorial\, 32 Lake Shore Drive\, Grosse Pointe Farms\, Michigan\, 48236
CATEGORIES:Grief Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T214517Z
CREATED:20260807T153616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T214517Z
UID:3174-1795521600-1795525200@familycenterhelps.org
SUMMARY:Grief Work GPPL Ewald Branch - November 24
DESCRIPTION:Drop-Ins Welcome! \n\n\nChoose compassion for yourself and take comfort in this safe space. Together\, we will learn how to develop resilience and be intentional in our grief\, so we can grow in our wisdom and connection to ourselves and others. \nFacilitated by Frank Wilberding\, LMSW\, clinical social worker in private practice in Grosse Pointe Park with experience in hospice and conducting bereavement and grief groups for many different types of loss. \nGPPL Ewald Branch – 15175 E. Jefferson\nAugust 25\, September 22\, October 27\, November 24\, December 22 \nHarper Woods Library – 19601 Harper Ave.\nAugust 11\, September 8\, October 13\, November 10\, December 8 \n\n\n 
URL:https://familycenterhelps.org/program/grief-work-gppl-ewald-branch-november-24/
LOCATION:GPPL Ewald Branch\, 15175 E. Jefferson Avenue\, Grosse Pointe Park\, MI\, 48230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grief Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Family Center":MAILTO:hello@familycenterhelps.org
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