McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association

Let's Get Cookin' - August 27th and 29th - In person and Zoom Ages 12-18
2024-08-27 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton) | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Let’s Get Cookin’ is a two part workshop for youth that want to learn how to cook.
Part 1: In person, August 27th: Basic nutrition, kitchen safety tips and prepare to cook.
Part 2: Zoom, August 29th: Cook a meal. Caregivers must be present in the home. Groceries will be provided.
August 27th and 29th 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Contact Marnie to register:
marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca
403-508-0436

Taming Worry Dragons - August 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th, 21st and 26th - Ages 7-10 - 10:30AM - 12PM
2024-08-26 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-19 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-12 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-07 10:30 - 12:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Taming Worry Dragons is a six session workshop for kids 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.
Mondays and Wednesdays – August 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th, 21st and 26th
10:30AM – 12PM
To register call, text or email Lacey:
lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca
403-801-6903

Mindfulness Walks - August 9th and 23rd - 10:30AM - 12:00PM
2024-08-23 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-09 10:30 - 12:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Mindfulness Walks – Fridays, August 9th and 23rd – 10:30AM – 12:00PM
Come join us as we get out in nature and practice some basic mindfulness and grounding skills. Please note, cap of 5 participants per walk.
To register, call text or email Lacey:
lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca
403-801-6903

Kickstart - August 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 20th and 22nd - Ages 10-13
2024-08-22 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-20 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-15 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-13 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-08 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-06 10:30 - 12:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Kickstart can be joined at anytime. This workshop is to help enhance life and social skills, create positive friendships and build leadership skills.
Tuesdays and Thursdays – August 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 20th and 22nd
10:30AM – 12PM
To register, call, text or email Lacey:
lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca
403-801-6903

Upstart Art - August 16th - 1:00PM - 3:00PM
2024-08-16 13:00 - 15:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Upstart Art – Come learn and explore some basic art skills and put them to work in a fun and engaging way.
Friday August 16th, 1:00PM – 3:00PM

To register call, text or email Lacey:
lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca
403-801-6903

Let's Get Cookin'! - July 29th and 31st - Ages 14-18 (In person & zoom)
2024-07-29 16:30 - 18:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Let’s Get Cookin’ is a two part workshop for youth that want to learn how to cook.
Part 1: In person, July 29th: Basic nutrition, kitchen safety tips and prepare to cook.
Part 2: Zoom, July 31st: Cook a meal. Caregivers must be present in the home. Groceries will be provided.
July 29th and 31st 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Contact Marnie to register:
marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca
403-508-0436

Learner's Prep - July 29th, 30th and 31st - Ages 14-18 (In Person)
2024-07-29 13:00 - 14:30 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Learner’s Prep is for youth 14-18 years old who want to prepare for their learners’ test. The sessions cover an introduction to the learners test, study plan and basic process for writing the test.
July 29th, 30th and 31st, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Contact Marnie at:
marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca
403-508-0436

Life Skills - July 15th, 16th, 17th, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 29th, 30th and 31st
2024-07-15 10:30 - 12:30 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
A series that focuses on social, emotional, communication and self management skills. Youth will have an opportunity to strengthen their self-understanding and self-confidence through the following lessons: giving and receiving feedback, listening behaviours, effective questions and managing emotions
July 15th, 16th, 17, 22nd, 23rd, 24th 29th, 30th and 31st from 10:30AM to 12:30PM

For more information about this group, please contact Marnie:
marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca
403-508-0436

Zones of Regulation - July 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd & 24th - Ages 10-13
2024-07-08 13:00 - 14:30 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
6 sessions total. Come join us to explore strategies to support emotional regulation and learn more about healthy ways to express our feelings.
July 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd & 24th
1:00PM – 2:30PM
Snacks are provided at each session.
Contact Lacey to register:
403-801-6903
lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca

Upstart Art - Friday June 14th (Ages 7-13)
2024-06-14 15:00 - 17:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Come learn and explore some basic art skills and put them to work in fun and engaging ways for youth aged 7-13.
Friday June 14th from 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Snacks are provided for each group.
Contact Lacey Gustavsen at lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca or (403)801-6903 to register.

Friday Fun Day - June 7th 2024 (Ages 7-13)
2024-06-07 15:00 - 17:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Come join us for a drop in program with a different fun activity each month!
June 7th from 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Snacks are provided for each group.
Contact Lacey Gustavsen at lacey.gustavsen@mcmancalgary.ca or (403)801-6903 to register.

KICKSTART (Ages 10-13) June 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th & 20th
2024-06-04 16:30 - 18:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
The KICKSTART (Kids in the Community with Knowledge) is an 6-session program that can be joined anytime for children ages 10-13 years old. This workshop is intended to help to enhance life and social skills and create positive friendships and leadership.

June 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th & 20th 4:30PM – 6:00PM

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

Stress Busters Part 2 - Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children - April 3rd, 10th & 17th
2024-06-04 09:30 - 11:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Stress Busters Part 2: Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Children
This is a follow up to Stress Busters part 1. Parents and caregivers will determine their child’s resiliency skills and how these skills impact a child’s success. Must attend all 3 sessions.
Wednesdays – April 3rd, 10th and 17th from 9:30-11:00am
No childcare provided.
We want you to be comfortable. Please bring socks, slippers and/or indoor shoes.

Skills for Anger (ages 12-18) – June 3rd, 5th, 10th, 12th, 19th, 24th & 26th (In Person)
2024-06-03 16:30 - 18:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Skills for Anger teaches youth to understand their strengths and challenges, what may trigger their anger, different anger styles, feelings and connections to anger, and how to set boundaries while building skills and strategies and to manage anger.
Skills for Anger: Monday and Wednesdays June 3rd, 5th, 10th, 12th, 19th, 24th & 26th from 4:30 to 6:00 PM
Contact Marnie Johnston at 403-508-0436 or marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca

Addiction Education For Natural Supports Part Two
2024-05-29 18:00 - 20:30 | McMan Calgary & Area (East Doors), 2609 15 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 8Y4, Canada
A two part series offering Natural Supports a deeper understanding of addiction, trauma and mental health in relation to addiction, and how to set stronger and appropriate boundaries. This is Part two of two. Dinner will be provided for all participants.

Life Skills - May 1st, 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 22nd, 27th & 29th - Ages 12-18
2024-05-29 16:30 - 18:00, 2024-05-27 16:30 - 18:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
A lesson series for youth 12-18 years old that focuses on social and emotional skills while using effective communication and self management skills. Youth have an opportunity to strengthen their skills in the following areas: giving and receiving feedback, listening behaviours, questions concepts and emotions.
May 1st, 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 22nd, 27th & 29th from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM

For more information about this group, please contact Marnie:
marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca
403-508-0436

Let's Get Cookin'! - May 21st & 28th - Ages 12-18 (Zoom)
2024-05-28 16:30 - 18:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Let’s Get Cookin’ is a two part workshop for youth that want to learn how to cook.
Part 1: Basic nutrition, kitchen safety tips and prepare to cook.
Part 2: Cook a meal. Caregivers must be present in the home. Groceries will be provided.
Tuesdays May 21st and 28th, 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Contact Marnie to register:
marnie.johnston@mcmancalgary.ca
403-508-0436

Taming Worry Dragons - May 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 22nd & 27th - Ages 7-10
2024-05-27 16:30 - 18:00 | New Okotoks Office, 72 N Railway St, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J3, Canada
Taming Worry Dragons, Ages 7-10, is 6 sessions total. Come join us at this workshop for kids 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.
Mondays and Wednesdays May 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 22nd & 27th 4:30pm – 6:00pm
To register please contact Lacey at:
lacey.gustavsen@mcmancaglary.ca
403-801-6903
