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SUMMARY:HHW Mental Health and Wellness Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Hope in a Hopeless World\nMental Health & Wellness Support Group \nFree\, peer-led support groups open to adults living with mental health concerns or symptoms of mental illness. All groups are led by peers with firsthand experience living with mental health concerns.\n2nd & 4th Thursday of every month from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM \nCo-Facilitators: Job & Ryan \nLocation: Main Street Family Services 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN 55330
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/hhw-mental-health-and-wellness-support-group-2/
LOCATION:Main Street Family Resource Center\, 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T180000
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SUMMARY:One Topic Two Voices: Teen and Parent Session on Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Parenting and the teen years come with new challenges—and big feelings—for everyone. \nThis interactive session brings teens and parents together\, with opportunities to meet separately and then reconnect\, to build understanding\, strengthen communication\, and practice skills that support mental health at home. \nWhat We’ll Explore Together \n\nThe new realities and pressures youth are facing today\nWhat teens wish their parents understood\nHow parents can show curiosity\, care\, and support—even when they’re unsure what to ask\nWho teens feel comfortable talking to and what helps them feel supported\n\nBreakout Conversations \nTeens and parents will have separate breakout spaces to reflect\, share\, and learn in age-appropriate\, supportive environments led by a therapist and parent educator. \nPresenters: Andrew Worthing\, LMFT\, Therapist\nKatrine Nau-Jackson\, Parent Educator \nRegistration is encouraged: One Topic Two Voices: Teen Mental Health – Fill out form \nContact Information: 763-595-1420 \nwww.mainstreetfamilyservices.org
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/one-topic-two-voices-teen-and-parent-session-on-mental-health/
LOCATION:Big Lake FRC at Liberty Elementary\, 17901 205th Ave NW\, Big Lake\, MN 55309\, Big Lake\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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SUMMARY:Free Drop in Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Are you or someone you know struggling with mental health stability\, stress or feelings of overwhelm? Main Street Family Services is offering free drop-in therapy. Drop in therapy services are completely free and confidential and no appointment is necessary. A licensed Main Street Family Services Therapist will be available on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10:00am-1:00pm.
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/free-drop-in-therapy-2/
LOCATION:Main Street Family Resource Center\, 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T193000
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CREATED:20260122T152236Z
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SUMMARY:HHW Mental Health and Wellness Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Hope in a Hopeless World\nMental Health & Wellness Support Group \nFree\, peer-led support groups open to adults living with mental health concerns or symptoms of mental illness. All groups are led by peers with firsthand experience living with mental health concerns.\n2nd & 4th Thursday of every month from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM \nCo-Facilitators: Job & Ryan \nLocation: Main Street Family Services 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN 55330
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/hhw-mental-health-and-wellness-support-group/
LOCATION:Main Street Family Resource Center\, 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T113000
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Card Making Party
DESCRIPTION:💖 Valentine’s Day Card Making Party 💖\nSaturday\, February 7 | 10:00–11:30 AM \nCelebrate Valentine’s Day with the Family Resource Center to inspire creativity and connection! Join us for a fun\, hands-on card making party where families and individuals of all ages can create one-of-a-kind Valentine’s cards. \nThis event is facilitated in partnership with Rum River Arts\, whose talented teaching artists will guide participants through creative techniques and provide inspiration\, materials\, and support for all skill levels. \n👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome!🎨 Creative instruction and supplies provided by Rum River Arts🏠 Hosted by the Family Resource Center at the Boys & Girls Club🎟️ Free event (registration requested) Valentines Day Card Making Party! – Fill out form \nCome make something meaningful\, share creativity as a community\, and enjoy a festive morning together!
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/valentines-day-card-making-party/
LOCATION:Boys and Girls Club Elk River\, 905 6th St NW\, Elk River\, Minnesota\, 55330
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T160000
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SUMMARY:Money Made Simple Budgeting Series
DESCRIPTION:Money Made Simple: A Budgeting and Debt Free Series \nTake control of your finances with confidence.Meet with financial advocate\, Doug Anderson to learn a clear\, step-by-step approach to paying off debt and building lasting financial stability. This class will help you create and stick to a budget\, build an emergency fund\, and plan for future goals like saving and retirement. You’ll also learn the seven baby steps toward financial stability—and for couples\, gain tools to work as a team and resolve money disagreements. \nJanuary Budgeting SeriesWednesday\, January 14th1:00–2:00 PM – Group Kickoff Session2:00–4:00 PM – One-on-One Support Available- Drop ins welcome! \nWednesdays\, January 21st & 28th1:00–4:00 PM – One-on-One Budgeting Support- Drop ins welcome! \nRegister HERE 
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/money-made-simple-budgeting-series-4/
LOCATION:Main Street Family Resource Center\, 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T183000
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Playdate at HHH Therapy
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Sensory-Friendly Family Night! 🎉Thursday\, January 22nd | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMHHH Pediatric Therapy Play Gym \nFamilies with children who have special needs or sensory sensitivities are invited to join us for an evening of fun\, connection\, and play! \nEnjoy a relaxed\, inclusive environment where kids can explore\, move\, and play at their own pace in the HHH Pediatric Therapy play gym. Meet other families\, make new friends\, and have a great time together! \nThis is a free family event!All are welcome — siblings too! \n📍 HHH Pediatric Therapy9457 Hwy 10 NW Ramsey\, MN 55303 \nFor more information\, contact 763-595-1420
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/sensory-friendly-playdate-at-hhh-therapy/
LOCATION:HHH Pediatric Therapy\, 9457 Hwy 10 NW\, Ramsery\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T193000
DTSTAMP:20260512T013837
CREATED:20260107T201524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T201524Z
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SUMMARY:Learn\, Grow and Go Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Parenting Support Group: Learn\, Grow & GoWednesday\, January 21st • 6:00–7:30pm\nLiberty Elementary Family Resource Center Room 103 (Big Lake)Free event • Free childcare provided (register below!)\n\nThis month\, we’re diving into the topic of creating and maintaining family connections. Together\, we’ll explore what connection really looks like in our homes—how everyday routines\, meaningful moments\, and simple habits can strengthen the bond between you and your child.\nWe’ll talk about common challenges families face today\, such as busy schedules\, stress\, and technology\, and discover practical\, doable ways to improve communication\, build trust\, and help children feel valued and heard. Parents will leave with ideas they can use right away to bring more warmth\, closeness\, and calm into their family life.\n\nFeaturing Presenter: Julie SchultzJulie has served families since 1990 and brings over 31 years of experience in the social work field. Her background includes supporting adoptive families\, serving as a school social worker\, parenting educator with ECFE\, and adoptive parent support group leader with NACAC. Julie brings a warm and practical approach to helping families grow stronger together.\nWe’d love to have you join us for an encouraging evening of learning\, support\, and connection with other parents!\n\nTo Reserve Childcare: Creating and Maintaining Family Connection – Fill out form
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/learn-grow-and-go-parent-support-group/
LOCATION:Big Lake FRC at Liberty Elementary\, 17901 205th Ave NW\, Big Lake\, MN 55309\, Big Lake\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T013837
CREATED:20260107T202634Z
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UID:257570-1769000400-1769011200@stirmn.org
SUMMARY:Money Made Simple Budgeting Series
DESCRIPTION:Money Made Simple: A Budgeting and Debt Free Series \nTake control of your finances with confidence.Meet with financial advocate\, Doug Anderson to learn a clear\, step-by-step approach to paying off debt and building lasting financial stability. This class will help you create and stick to a budget\, build an emergency fund\, and plan for future goals like saving and retirement. You’ll also learn the seven baby steps toward financial stability—and for couples\, gain tools to work as a team and resolve money disagreements. \nJanuary Budgeting SeriesWednesday\, January 14th1:00–2:00 PM – Group Kickoff Session2:00–4:00 PM – One-on-One Support Available- Drop ins welcome! \nWednesdays\, January 21st & 28th1:00–4:00 PM – One-on-One Budgeting Support- Drop ins welcome! \nRegister HERE 
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/money-made-simple-budgeting-series-3/
LOCATION:Main Street Family Resource Center\, 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T160000
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CREATED:20260107T202546Z
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UID:257568-1769000400-1769011200@stirmn.org
SUMMARY:Money Made Simple Budgeting Series
DESCRIPTION:Money Made Simple: A Budgeting and Debt Free Series \nTake control of your finances with confidence.Meet with financial advocate\, Doug Anderson to learn a clear\, step-by-step approach to paying off debt and building lasting financial stability. This class will help you create and stick to a budget\, build an emergency fund\, and plan for future goals like saving and retirement. You’ll also learn the seven baby steps toward financial stability—and for couples\, gain tools to work as a team and resolve money disagreements. \nJanuary Budgeting SeriesWednesday\, January 14th1:00–2:00 PM – Group Kickoff Session2:00–4:00 PM – One-on-One Support Available- Drop ins welcome! \nWednesdays\, January 21st & 28th1:00–4:00 PM – One-on-One Budgeting Support- Drop ins welcome! \nRegister HERE 
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/money-made-simple-budgeting-series-2/
LOCATION:Main Street Family Resource Center\, 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T013837
CREATED:20260107T210107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T210107Z
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SUMMARY:Nexus Kindred Kinship Navigator
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Navigator Assistance\n\n\n\n\nThe Minnesota Kinship Navigator Program supports those caring for children of relatives or close family friends. The program connects caregivers with resources and services to support the children and themselves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe kinship care program was created to support relatives and close family friends raising a child who isn’t their own. The program helps caregivers access legal\, financial\, emotional\, and community support—whether they’re caring for the child informally\, through child welfare\, or with a legal arrangement. \nThe goal is to connect families to the services and support they need to thrive. \nKinship caregivers take on a big responsibility — and they shouldn’t have to do it alone. The program is here to help families: \n\nStay financially stable\nFind trusted support in their communities\nGet connected to services like health care\, food\, housing\, and child care.\n\nWhen: 3rd Thursdays from 1:30pm-4:30pm \nWhere: Main Street Family Resource Center- Big Lake\n             Liberty Elementary \n             17901 205th Ave NW\, Big Lake\, MN 55309
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/nexus-kindred-kinship-navigator/
LOCATION:Big Lake FRC at Liberty Elementary\, 17901 205th Ave NW\, Big Lake\, MN 55309\, Big Lake\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T160000
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CREATED:20260107T202435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T202435Z
UID:257564-1768395600-1768406400@stirmn.org
SUMMARY:Money Made Simple- Budgeting Series
DESCRIPTION:Money Made Simple: A Budgeting and Debt Free Series \nTake control of your finances with confidence.Meet with financial advocate\, Doug Anderson to learn a clear\, step-by-step approach to paying off debt and building lasting financial stability. This class will help you create and stick to a budget\, build an emergency fund\, and plan for future goals like saving and retirement. You’ll also learn the seven baby steps toward financial stability—and for couples\, gain tools to work as a team and resolve money disagreements. \nJanuary Budgeting SeriesWednesday\, January 14th1:00–2:00 PM – Group Kickoff Session2:00–4:00 PM – One-on-One Support Available- Drop ins welcome! \nWednesdays\, January 21st & 28th1:00–4:00 PM – One-on-One Budgeting Support- Drop ins welcome! \nRegister HERE 
URL:https://stirmn.org/event/money-made-simple-budgeting-series/
LOCATION:Main Street Family Resource Center\, 400 Jackson Ave NW\, Elk River\, MN\, 55330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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