Make your own Christmas arrangement to take home! Lunch Provided Country Lane Florist - 2 HRS  

Holly Carter, LMSW - 2 HRS

Let's Talk:  Parent and Provider Communication Parents and child care providers play a crucial role in the development of children.  Learning how to communicate effectively can help children thrive by providing consistency as well as relationships that are supportive.  Learn strategies to effectively communication with parents and explore ways to problem solve communication challenges. Courtney Aldrich, Child & Family Development Instructor,  MSU Extension       -       2 HRS

Overview of instructional practices in early literacy   Sean LaRosa, Executive Director of Early Childhood Services, LESA   2 HRS

2 HRS     Courtney Aldrich, Child and Family Development Instructor, MSU Extension

2 HRS       Courtney Aldrich,      Child and Family Development Instructor, MSU Extension  

Child Connect for Family Success Director, Angi Southworth, will be conducting a meeting to discuss what "hot topics" directors would like to cover for the upcoming school year.  The Health Department will also be here to share what is new and answer questions.

Techniques of mindful awareness can help children to learn to pay closer attention to their thoughts, feelings and emotions.  Come and learn ways to help children reduce stress and anxiety to enhance their well-being.  Explore what the research says, get ideas for mindfulness activities and explore children's literacy that supports mindfulness practices. Trainer:  Courtney Aldrich, MSU Extension 2 HRS