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<strong>June</strong> 2018<br />
Hero University<br />
Tuesdays, <strong>June</strong> 5th-July 31st from 5:30-7 PM<br />
Presented By: Julian S. Newman<br />
Join us for eight weeks to discover these hero truths...<br />
Every Human is a Hero<br />
Every Hero Has a Super Power<br />
Every Hero Has a Cause<br />
Every Hero Has a Villain<br />
Every Hero Has a Weakness<br />
Every Hero Needs a Refuge<br />
Every Hero Needs a Team<br />
Every Hero Will Have Their Story Told By Others<br />
Register for this incredible class by calling (616) 301-0598<br />
Hero University will be held at CFP Family Center. Ages 13+
CFP Events<br />
Family Dinner Potluck<br />
All-American Picnic<br />
Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 21 @ 5:30PM<br />
We will provide the main course, but<br />
please bring your favorite breakfast dish<br />
to pass to complete our meal.<br />
All ages welcome.<br />
Please register (616) 301-0598<br />
Self-Care Series<br />
Soaks, Scrubs & Snacks<br />
Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 7 @ 5:30PM<br />
Please join us for a time to relax, reflect,<br />
learn and connect with others.<br />
Ages 18+<br />
Persuasive Storytelling:<br />
Discovering the Power of Your Story<br />
Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 14 @ 5:30PM<br />
Participants will learn how to share their own stories in a way that influences<br />
and inspires others, including policymakers, media, organizational leadership, and<br />
those who have been down the same roads.<br />
Pizza and salad will be provided for dinner.<br />
Ages 12+<br />
Trainings and Workshops<br />
Please register (616) 301-0598<br />
Introduction to Sibshops (Parents only)<br />
Workshops for Siblings of Children with Special Needs<br />
Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 28 @ 5:30PM<br />
An exciting program just for siblings of kids with special needs - whether<br />
mental, emotional, or physical. At a Sibshop, siblings will meet other<br />
brothers and sisters, have fun, talk with others who “get it” about the<br />
good and not-so-good parts of having a sib with special needs, learn<br />
more about disabilities, and have some more fun!<br />
If your challenged child has siblings between the ages of 8-12<br />
Please register (616) 301-0598<br />
Interpreter available upon request for events at CFP Family Center<br />
Community Family Partnership • 2040 Raybrook SE Suite 203 • Grand Rapids 49546 • (616) 301-0598
CommunityFamilyPartnership<br />
www.cfpsystemofcare.org
Community Events<br />
Free Dental Clinic<br />
Michigan Dental Association & Michigan Dental Association Foundation<br />
Mission of Mercy<br />
Friday, <strong>June</strong> 1 @ 6 AM & Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 2 @ 6 AM<br />
Calvin College, 3201 Burton Street SE, Grand Rapids 49546 (On the Rapids #6 Line)<br />
Free dental services for ALL AGES. EVERYONE welcome—no income limitations. Doors open at 6 AM sharp. Doors close when maximum<br />
capacity is reached. Arrive early—be prepared for long lines.<br />
Services Offered: fillings, cleanings, extractions, education<br />
Excludes: bridges, crowns, dentures, metal-based partial dentures, orthodontics or extraction of wisdom teeth<br />
For more information visit: www.michigandental.org/foundation/Mission-of-Mercy<br />
Parent Support Group<br />
For Families with Members with Special Needs<br />
Tuesday, <strong>June</strong> 5 @ 5:15 PM<br />
Kent County Health Department - Lobby Area, 700 Fuller NE, Grand Rapids 49503<br />
Children are always welcome! Please RSVP so we can plan food and childcare.<br />
Call/email Chris with questions at 616-632-7055 or chris.buczek@kentcountymi.gov<br />
LINC UP ROCK the BLOCK<br />
Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 9 @ 11 AM<br />
LINC UP, 1167 Madison Avenue SE, Grand Rapids 49507<br />
A celebration of good food, local talents and the arts - Rock the Block is an event for your entire family. Enjoy a large street fair with<br />
vendors, resources and entertainment where residents can listen to great bands, sample local food, connect with local non-profits and<br />
businesses and take in Madison Square’s rich cultural history.<br />
For more information visit: linkup.org/rock-the-block<br />
30th Annual Grand Rapids Pride Festival<br />
Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 16 @ 12 PM<br />
Calder Plaza, 300 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids 49503<br />
It’s our 30th birthday and we’re feeling 30 & Fabulous!! It’s our biggest year ever, and we’ve<br />
got entertainment that will both bring us back to our roots and celebrate the LGBTQ<br />
community of today.<br />
All proceeds support the work of the GR Pride Center, an organization that has since 1988<br />
been empowering the LGBTQ community in Grand Rapids through social and support groups,<br />
education, and advocacy.<br />
For more information visit: www.grpride.org
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