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SUMMARY:Learn\, Grow and Go Parent Support Group- "Raising Resilient Kids: Discipline that Connects"
DESCRIPTION:Raising Resilient Children: Discipline that Connects\n\nJoin us for a supportive parent workshop focused on building strong relationships while guiding children with confidence and consistency. Learn practical\, real-life strategies to respond to big emotions\, set clear limits with care\, and strengthen connection so children can grow resilient and secure. Connect with other parents\, share experiences\, and leave with tools you can use right away at home.\n\nRSVP for Childcare: https://forms.office.com/r/QCDefgK3Xr
URL:https://www.mainstreetfamilyservices.org/event/learn-grow-and-go-parent-support-group-raising-resilient-kids-discipline-that-connects/
LOCATION:Liberty Elementary\, 17901 205th Ave NW\, Big Lake\, MN\, 55309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Lake FRC,Elk River FRC,Parent Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mainstreet Family Resource Center":MAILTO:shari.ley@mainstreetfamilyservices.org
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SUMMARY:Learn\, Grow and Go Parent Support Group "You're Not Alone: Parenting with Special Needs Workshop"
DESCRIPTION: You’re Not Alone: Special Needs Parenting Workshop\n\nParenting a child with special needs can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Join us for a supportive\, practical workshop designed to help caregivers feel more confident\, prepared\, and connected.\n Learn coping strategies for both parents and students Get simple\, effective ideas to help de-escalate challenging behaviors Discover strategies that support student success at home and school Bring your questions — we’ll have time for open discussion and guidance\n\nThis welcoming session is a chance to learn\, share\, and leave with tools you can start using right away.\n\n Thursday\, April 9th\, 2026 Liberty Elementary\, Big Lake 6:00pm-7:30pm\n RSVP for Childcare: https://forms.office.com/r/GvyKqRczQW\n\nBecause no parent should have to figure this out alone!
URL:https://www.mainstreetfamilyservices.org/event/learn-grow-and-go-parent-support-group-youre-not-alone-parenting-with-special-needs-workshop/
LOCATION:Liberty Elementary\, 17901 205th Ave NW\, Big Lake\, MN\, 55309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Lake FRC,Elk River FRC,Parent Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mainstreet Family Resource Center":MAILTO:shari.ley@mainstreetfamilyservices.org
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SUMMARY:Learn\, Grow and Go Parent Support Group- Just Keep Swimming
DESCRIPTION:✨ Parenting Under Pressure? Let’s Reset Together. \nModern parenting is a lot. Busy schedules\, emotional overload\, big feelings (theirs and yours)\, and those moments where you think\, “Why do we keep ending up in the same meltdown?” — you’re not alone. \nJoin us for an engaging\, real-life parenting workshop designed to help you stay calm\, connected\, and confident when things get stressful at home. \n🧠 What you’ll learn (and actually use): \n\n\nHow stress impacts your brain\, body\, and parenting reactions \n\n\nHow to spot your early warning signs before you hit overwhelm \n\n\nSimple mindset and regulation tools to respond instead of react \n\n\nEasy “in-the-moment” calming exercises you can do WITH your child (not just after the meltdown) \n\n\n💬 Includes live interactive training + Q&AWalk away with practical strategies\, fresh perspective\, and renewed confidence in your parenting. \nBy the end of this session\, you’ll:\n✔ Understand how the body-mind connection shapes parenting✔ See how stress affects health\, relationships\, and family dynamics✔ Learn how to shift your thoughts and focus in tough moments✔ Understand why big emotions override logic — for kids and adults \nBecause parenting isn’t about perfection — it’s about having better tools for the hard moments. \nRSVP for Childcare: Just Keep Swimming- Childcare Registration – Fill out form
URL:https://www.mainstreetfamilyservices.org/event/learn-grow-and-go-parent-support-group-just-keep-swimming/
LOCATION:Liberty Elementary\, 17901 205th Ave NW\, Big Lake\, MN\, 55309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Lake FRC,Elk River FRC,Parent Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mainstreet Family Resource Center":MAILTO:shari.ley@mainstreetfamilyservices.org
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SUMMARY:Parent Support: 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.\n\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.\n\nWhat We’ll Explore TogetherThe new realities and pressures youth are facing todayWhat teens wish their parents understoodHow parents can show curiosity\, care\, and support—even when they’re unsure what to askWho teens feel comfortable talking to and what helps them feel supported\n\nBreakout ConversationsTeens and parents will have separate breakout spaces to reflect\, share\, and learn in age-appropriate\, supportive environments led by a therapist and parent educator.\n\nPresenters: Andrew Worthing\, LMFT\, TherapistKatrine Nau-Jackson\, Parent Educator
URL:https://www.mainstreetfamilyservices.org/event/parent-support-one-topic-two-voices-teen-and-parent-session-on-mental-health/
LOCATION:Liberty Elementary\, 17901 205th Ave NW\, Big Lake\, MN\, 55309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Big Lake FRC,Elk River FRC,Parent Support Group
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