January 19th, 2011 Meeting Wrap-Up

I want to thank Keweenaw Krayons and the Michigan Alliance for Families for sponsoring last nights Family Art Therapy Workshop. The children and parents had a great time. There was a lot of creative sculptures made by the children using modeling clay. Later music was played and children were asked to "draw the music". It was a lot of fun and a great night!

Cheers!

January 19th, 2011 Meeting Update

The Channel 6 News crew will be coming to the meeting tomorrow evening (Wednesday 19th) and interviewing willing parents and filming some of the children during the workshop (with parental or guardian consent). This matter will be addressed tomorrow evening before the meeting begins. No one is being forced or expected to take part in the news event, so please do not let it be a deterrent. We will set the conference room up accordingly to meet the needs of everyone.

I'm going to take this opportunity to remind everyone that the Parent Support Group is hosting this event, and as always, the meetings are a safe place for people to come. The news cast will respect and honor this.

I think that Channel 6 coming is a great opportunity. However, I do realize that not everyone may wish to expose themselves in this fashion. I can't stress enough that this will be respected. Again, please still come and enjoy the evening and all the activities that are planned.

Lisa Kahnke (MAF Regional Parent Mentor) has asked me to mention that even if you haven't registered for the workshop, all are welcome! Registration was merely to get an idea of how many people to plan for to ensure enough materials would be provided. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Lisa Kahnke at: lisa@michiganallianceforfamilies.org

This is going to be a great family night, especially for the kids! Spread the word and join us tomorrow night from 6-8 at the BHK Houghton Center on the first floor in the conference room.

Cheers!!

January 19th, 2011 Meeting

It's our first meeting of the new year! I'm excited to announce that the support is hosting a collaboration between Michigan Alliance for Families and Keweenaw Krayons. Below are the details for the evening.

What: Art Night for Families at the Parent-to-Parent Support Group Meeting

When: January 19th, 2010 from 6:00-8:00

Where: BHK Houghton Center - First floor conference room

Please RSVP by January 18th to Lisa Kahnke at: lisa@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
Preregistration is required for the event. This is a free workshop and refreshments will be provided.

All parents of children who are living with unique physical, emotional, and/or learning diversities and their siblings are welcome.The workshop is for children so there is no childcare. Parents are responsible for their own children during the meeting.

Cheers!