McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association

Circle of Security Parenting - January 18th, 25th, February 1st, 8th, 15th
2024-01-25 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-02-01 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-02-08 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-02-15 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Edmonton) | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
This 8 week workshop is for parents and caregivers on January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and March 7 from 9:30 to 11:00 am.
Through this course, you will learn to:

Strengthen your relationship with your child
Be present with your child during the best and most challenging of times
Recognize your child’s needs and make sense of his or her behaviour
Meet your child’s needs by “being bigger, stronger, wiser and kinder.”

If you are signing up yourself and your partner/spouse, please complete each registration separately.
If you have questions about the Circle of Security course, please get in touch with annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca
Childcare is not provided.
72 North Railway St. Okotoks

P.I.C.K. Me Up - January 18th, 25th, February 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th
2024-01-25 12:30 - 15:00, 2024-02-01 12:30 - 15:00, 2024-02-08 12:30 - 15:00, 2024-02-15 12:30 - 15:00, 2024-02-22 12:30 - 15:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
This 7 session course is an adult self reflective journey into rediscovering yourself. You will learn practical techniques and tools to assist you in getting more of what you want, handle stress and build foundations to lifelong relationships. Must attend all sessions.
Thursdays 12:30 – 3pm – January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29
For additional information about the PICK Me Up, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca.
Childcare is not available for this session.
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

Free For All Fridays - Fridays 10am - 11am
2024-01-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Drop in for our FREE playgroup with your children up to four years old. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Friday mornings from 10 to 11:00 am.
If you have questions about Free For All Fridays, please get in touch with annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca
72 North Railway St. Okotoks

Artsie Smartsie (4.5-6 years) - January 27th
2024-01-27 10:00 - 12:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Join us on the last Saturday of each month for an adventure in arts with your child (4.5 – 6 years old). Every child must be accompanied by a caring adult as we use and explore different art mediums and challenge creativity.
Snacks and supplies are provided.
Artsie Smartsie is offered on Saturday January 27 – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
If you have questions about the Artsie Smartsie workshops, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

Let's Get Cooking (ages 12-18) - January 29th and 31st (Zoom)
2024-01-29 16:30 - 18:00 | Zoom (Virtual), Remote via Zoom
Let’s Get Cooking is a two-part workshop for youth 12-18 who want to learn how to cook. Groceries will be provided. (Zoom)
Part 1 Jan 29: Basic nutrition, kitchen safety tips and prepare to cook. 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Part 2 Jan 31: Cook a meal. Parent must be present in the home. 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Participants must attend both sessions.
For more information about this group, please contact Marnie marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca.

Stress Busters Part I - Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children - January 23, 30, and February 6
2024-01-30 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-02-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Stress Busters Part 1: Understanding of stress and anxiety in children
This is a three-part learning opportunity for parents and caregivers to exam the impact of stress and anxiety. Topics will include how adaption to stress occurs, ways stress can be used to motivate and avoid, as well as signs and strategies.
Tuesdays – January 23, 30 and February 6th from 9:30-11:00am
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca
Must attend all sessions. No childcare provided.
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

72 North Railway St. Okotoks

Taming Worry Dragons - January 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th, 18th, 23rd and 30th (Ages 7-13)
2024-01-30 16:30 - 18:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Taming Worry Dragons is a 7 session workshop for kids ages 7-13, to learn to trap and tame their worries and anxiety. The goal is to help children learn to reduce the frequency or intensity of their anxiety.
(Registration is for all 7 Sessions)

January 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th, 18th, 23rd, and 30th

Snacks are provided for each group.
Contact Lacey Gustavsen at lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca or (403)801-6903 to register.

Triple P Parenting - January 17th, 24th, 31st, February 7th, 14th, 21st
2024-01-31 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-02-07 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-02-14 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-02-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Positive Parenting Program
Triple P is one of the most recognized parenting programs worldwide. It is based on positive parenting and the belief that small changes can lead to significant results for you and your family.
For an opportunity to join other parents just like you with children aged 2-12, where you’ll:

Gain skills to raise confident, healthy children and teenagers
Build stronger family relationships.

Learn simple and practical strategies you can adapt to suit your family’s values, beliefs and needs
This group will be held on Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm on the following dates: January 17, 24, 31, February 7,14, 21, 28 and March 6
For additional information about Triple P Parenting, please contact Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca.
Note:
Childcare is not available for this session.
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

Free For All Fridays - February 2nd, 9th, 16th
2024-02-02 17:30 - 21:00, 2024-02-09 17:30 - 21:00, 2024-02-16 17:30 - 21:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Drop in for our FREE playgroup with your children up to four years old. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
This course will be held on February 2, 9, 16 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
For additional information about , please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca

Stress Busters Part I - Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children - March 6th, 13th and 20th
2024-02-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Stress Busters Part 1: Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children
This is a three-part learning opportunity for parents and caregivers to exam the impact of stress and anxiety. Topics include how adaption to stress occurs, ways stress can be used to motivate and avoid, as well as signs and strategies.
Wednesdays – March 6th, 13th and 20th from 9:30-11:00am
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca
Must attend all sessions. No childcare provided.
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

72 North Railway St. Okotoks

Grand Connections - February 16th
2024-02-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Whether you watch your grandchildren a couple times a month or raising them, this gathering is for all grandparents who are providing care for their grandchildren in some way. We will meet other grandparents, share experiences, gain connections and learn how essential their role is for their grandchildren.
This course will be held on February 16th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
For additional information about Grand Connections, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca

Mom's Night at the FRN - February 20th
2024-02-20 17:30 - 21:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Calling all moms and female caregivers to join us for a night of fun, laughs and discovery. This is the first of four evenings to celebrate the special women who do so much to strengthen and encourage the young people of our community. Registration will close on February 16 or when capacity is reached.
This course will be held on February 20th from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
For additional information about Mom’s Night, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca

Circle of Security Parenting - February 22nd
2024-02-22 09:30 - 11:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada

Free For All Fridays - February 23rd
2024-02-23 17:30 - 21:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
Drop in for our FREE playgroup with your children up to four years old. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
This course will be held on February 23 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
For additional information about , please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca

Artsie Smartsie (4.5-6 years) - February 24th
2024-02-24 10:00 - 12:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Join us on the last Saturday of each month for an adventure in arts with your child (4.5 – 6 years old). Every child must be accompanied by a caring adult as we use and explore different art mediums and challenge creativity.
Snacks and supplies are provided.
Artsie Smartsie is offered on Saturday February 24th – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
If you have questions about the Artsie Smartsie workshops, please get in touch with Annika at annika.johansson@mcmancalgary.ca
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

Triple P Parenting - February 28th
2024-02-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada

Circle of Security Parenting - February 29th
2024-02-29 09:30 - 11:00 | Okotoks Office, 22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 2C3, Canada
