Mistakes in life do not mean you can’t achieve your dreams I met this client in the summer of 2023. He was a single dad who had been in prison and had not seen his daughter in 9 years. When he got out of prison, he got his life on track and reached out to the child’s...
Stepping in to make a difference This year, I was assigned a case our agency has held for some time. I was not the first foster care worker, but I made it my goal to be the last. I inherited some pretty big out-of-agency documenting errors in this case, but all hands...
Small steps, big impact I recently served a Bay County family through our Family Team Meeting (FTM) program. The referral came in as considered removal. The single mother had three young children and experienced needs of mental health and housing concerns. I...
I received a referral in October of 2023 for a father and his son. At the first contact with the caseworker, I discovered the child had been in foster care, at this point, for almost 15 months. The case was originally opened due to the mother’s neglect and drug...
My job as a YIT specialist allows me to meet the youth (ages 14-23) where they are and walk with them on their journey to adulthood. One youth in our program is an 18 year old boy. When I met with him, he did not talk much, but wanted to go to the mall. We walked...
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