In the summer of 2022, through a referral I had the opportunity to work with a domestic violence survivor. We will call her Mary. Mary was a single mother and one of her children has special needs. She was on the verge of homelessness but determined to change her...
When you’re working with at-risk youth, you have to be able to recognize–and be proud of–thesmall achievements. My work with Liam * (*fictitious name to protect the identity of the client),gave me plenty of opportunities to practice this philosophy. He was...
Through our Family Team Meeting (FTM) program, I met a family I would later work with for Foster Home Licensing. I was the foster care worker for this family’s previous adoptions. I was thrilled to be able to work with them again. Recently an older youth was placed in...
I made a difference in the life of a 9 year old girl who has experienced way more trauma in her short life than many experience in their lifetime. She also made a difference in mine. What this child experienced is unfathomable. When I first met her last year, you...
When I first met this client, she was a single mom of girls living in a temporary home. Then, she would often state that she felt her situation was hopeless and she was a horrible mom for not being able to provide a real home to her children. In the first, visit when...
Looking for a fun activity for you and the kids. The Chippewa Nature Center has you covered of course. The last class in their “Art at the Homestead: Printmaking with Plants” on Tue Aug 6th 11:00am - 12:00pm at 400 South Badour Road, Midland, MI 48640. Nature Art at the Homestead New Series!Create nature-inspired art using different mediums through a beginner-friendly, guided experience. All supplies provided. Meet at the Homestead Farm.Tuesday, July 9, 11 am-12 pm – Nature Scene CollageTuesday, July 23, 11 am-12 pm – Painting in the Flower GardenTuesday, August 6, 11 am-12 pm - Printmaking with PlantsFREE | Ages 5+, under 18 w/adult ... See MoreSee Less
Rotary at River Days TONIGHT and TOMORROW! Fri Aug 2nd 5:00pm - 10:00pm at The Tridge Your Rotary Club of Midland Morning and Midland Noon Rotary Club are back at River Days this year. Join them for burgers and drinks Friday night and drinks and snacks on Saturday.Burgers and beverages Friday night onlyBeverages and snacks Saturday ... See MoreSee Less
Midland Area River Days Festival is back in action! The festivities start today and go thru Sunday! Tonight there’s a Main Street Glow! But all weekend long there are festivities going on balloons and much much more don’t miss out.This is a great family friendly event for all ages from youth to adult. Please bring the family out to support this great community event. A great big thank you to Midland Area Community Foundation for putting this spectacular event on. ... See MoreSee Less
Need an evening of exercise, but it’s summer so what better place to do it then outside? Join in on Outdoor Yoga at Dahlia Hill this Thu Aug 1st 5:30pm - 6:30pmDahlia Hill, 2809 Orchard Drive, Midland, MI 48640, USA Enjoy outdoor yoga classes at Dahlia Hill throughout the summer on Thursdays at 5:30-6:30pm, weekly right up through peak bloom season in August/September (classes will continue as long as the weather allows).Come early (or stay after) to meander the hill to watch the dahlias grow each week, check out the art of Charles Breed in the gallery, then settle in on the lawn for an all-levels yoga practice led by Sarah Nelson. The practice will vary in style from week to week, but will always be a slower-paced embodied exploration of mindful movement - sometimes with playful challenges, sometimes very relaxed, and often with soothing self-massage using therapy balls included. All are welcome; no experience is necessary.Please bring your own mat if you have one; let me know if you will need to borrow one, otherwise I will not bring any. Sunscreen, water, and a towel/blanket for under your mat might be a good idea too!- WHEN: Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm- WHERE: Dahlia Hill, 2809 Orchard Drive in Midland- COST: Pay-what-you-can pricing ($5 suggested minimum) or use your class pass (10 classes for $100 or 5 classes for $50; valid for any of Sarah's weekly classes)- REGISTER: **Pre-registration is required!** sarahnelsonyoga.com/eventsThis class series is weather permitting; in case of rain or low temps (<65°), notice will be given an hour ahead of the class and you'll be given the option to cancel or reschedule. Please note that class may also be canceled for no/low registrations ... See MoreSee Less