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SUMMARY:Lunch and Listen: A support group for families dealing with behavioral health
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Garrett\, Allegany\, Washington\, Frederick\, or Carroll county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email communications@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 5\, 2026: “Roots of Love: Nurturing Yourself While Supporting Others”\nMarch 5\, 2026: “Marching Through the Storm”\nApril 2\, 2026: “Spring Forward-Growing Through What We Go Through”\nMay 7\, 2026: “Planting Seeds of Resilience”\nJune 4\, 2026: “Brighter Days Ahead: Blossoming Into Hope”\nJuly 2\, 2026: “Summertime Fun Time”\nAugust 6\, 2026: “Dog Days of Summer”\nSeptember 3\, 2026: “Back to School/Back to routines”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/lunch-and-listen-a-support-group-for-families-dealing-with-behavioral-health/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T130418Z
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SUMMARY:Embracing Strength: Southern Maryland Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Anne Arundel\, Calvert\, Charles\, or St. Mary’s county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Donna Howard at donna@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/southern-comfort-chat-southern-maryland-support-group/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184605Z
UID:10001938-1781114400-1781118000@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Simply Breathe: North Central Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Baltimore County\, Baltimore City\, Harford\, or Cecil county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Crystal Simpson-Howell at crystal@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 11\, 2026: “Healing Hearts and Minds”\nMarch 11\, 2026: “Mattering – understanding tools and skills that can connect purpose to building a meaningful community”\nApril 8\, 2026: “Pregnancy & Infant Loss”\nMay 13\, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”\nJune 10\, 2026: “Self Growth”\nJuly 8\, 2026: “Freedom to Feel”\nAugust 12\, 2026: “Improving Sleep Habits for Better Health”\nSeptember 9\, 2026: “Recovery Month – Addiction Loss”\nOctober 14\, 2026: “Meaningful Gifts That Won’t Break the Bank”\nNovember 4\, 2026: “Forgiving What You Can’t Forget”\nDecember 9\, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/simply-breathe-north-central-support-group/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T145135Z
UID:10002118-1781611200-1781614800@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:A Place To Breathe: South Central Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Howard\, Montgomery\, or Prince George’s county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Kim Birnbaum at kim@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our upcoming monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 17\, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”\nMarch 17\, 2026: “Mindful March: A Problem Gambling Support Circle”\nApril 21\, 2026: “Breathing Helps”\nMay 19\, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/a-place-to-breathe-south-central-support-group/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20250701T135621Z
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SUMMARY:Café y Conversaciones
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRARSE AQUÍ \nCafé y Conversaciones es un espacio virtual seguro para:\n• Compartir ideas\n• Compartir frustraciones\n• Obtener recursos\n• Hacer nuevos amigos \nPREGUNTAS?\nEnvía un correo electrónico a Silvia Ramos a silvia@ppmd.org o Brenda Rivera-Ruiz a brenda@ppmd.org \nCUANDO\ntercer miércoles\nde cada mes\n1:00 PM
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/cafe-y-conversaciones-2/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T133928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T191423Z
UID:10001878-1781719200-1781722800@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations: Eastern Shore Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Kent\, Queen Anne’s\, Caroline\, Talbot\, Dorchester\, Wicomico\, Worcester\, or Somerset county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Anne Marie Demby at annemarie@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 18\, 2026: “Beating the Winter Blues”\nMarch 18\, 2026: “The Signs of Substance Use Disorder”\nApril 15\, 2026: “Alcohol Awareness Month: Know the Facts”\nMay 20\, 2026: “Bridges Out of Poverty”\nJune 17\, 2026: “Is My Teen Struggling with Substance Use Disorder?”\nJuly 15\, 2026: “Daily Mindful Meditations”\nAugust 19\, 2026: “Back to School Basics”\nSeptember 16\, 2026: “PACEs”\nOctober 21\, 2026: “Mental Health During the Holidays”\nNovember 18\, 2026: “Sobriety and Mental Health Self Care During the Holidays”\nDecember 16\, 2026: “Recognize and Celebrate Your Successes”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/courageous-conversations-eastern-shore-support-group/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T141042Z
UID:10001999-1782993600-1782997200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Listen: A support group for families dealing with behavioral health
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Garrett\, Allegany\, Washington\, Frederick\, or Carroll county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email communications@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 5\, 2026: “Roots of Love: Nurturing Yourself While Supporting Others”\nMarch 5\, 2026: “Marching Through the Storm”\nApril 2\, 2026: “Spring Forward-Growing Through What We Go Through”\nMay 7\, 2026: “Planting Seeds of Resilience”\nJune 4\, 2026: “Brighter Days Ahead: Blossoming Into Hope”\nJuly 2\, 2026: “Summertime Fun Time”\nAugust 6\, 2026: “Dog Days of Summer”\nSeptember 3\, 2026: “Back to School/Back to routines”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/lunch-and-listen-a-support-group-for-families-dealing-with-behavioral-health/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T135152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T130418Z
UID:10002059-1783512000-1783515600@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Embracing Strength: Southern Maryland Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Anne Arundel\, Calvert\, Charles\, or St. Mary’s county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Donna Howard at donna@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/southern-comfort-chat-southern-maryland-support-group/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184605Z
UID:10001939-1783533600-1783537200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Simply Breathe: North Central Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Baltimore County\, Baltimore City\, Harford\, or Cecil county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Crystal Simpson-Howell at crystal@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 11\, 2026: “Healing Hearts and Minds”\nMarch 11\, 2026: “Mattering – understanding tools and skills that can connect purpose to building a meaningful community”\nApril 8\, 2026: “Pregnancy & Infant Loss”\nMay 13\, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”\nJune 10\, 2026: “Self Growth”\nJuly 8\, 2026: “Freedom to Feel”\nAugust 12\, 2026: “Improving Sleep Habits for Better Health”\nSeptember 9\, 2026: “Recovery Month – Addiction Loss”\nOctober 14\, 2026: “Meaningful Gifts That Won’t Break the Bank”\nNovember 4\, 2026: “Forgiving What You Can’t Forget”\nDecember 9\, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/simply-breathe-north-central-support-group/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T133928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T191423Z
UID:10001879-1784138400-1784142000@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations: Eastern Shore Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Kent\, Queen Anne’s\, Caroline\, Talbot\, Dorchester\, Wicomico\, Worcester\, or Somerset county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Anne Marie Demby at annemarie@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 18\, 2026: “Beating the Winter Blues”\nMarch 18\, 2026: “The Signs of Substance Use Disorder”\nApril 15\, 2026: “Alcohol Awareness Month: Know the Facts”\nMay 20\, 2026: “Bridges Out of Poverty”\nJune 17\, 2026: “Is My Teen Struggling with Substance Use Disorder?”\nJuly 15\, 2026: “Daily Mindful Meditations”\nAugust 19\, 2026: “Back to School Basics”\nSeptember 16\, 2026: “PACEs”\nOctober 21\, 2026: “Mental Health During the Holidays”\nNovember 18\, 2026: “Sobriety and Mental Health Self Care During the Holidays”\nDecember 16\, 2026: “Recognize and Celebrate Your Successes”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/courageous-conversations-eastern-shore-support-group/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T145135Z
UID:10002119-1784635200-1784638800@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:A Place To Breathe: South Central Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Howard\, Montgomery\, or Prince George’s county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Kim Birnbaum at kim@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our upcoming monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 17\, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”\nMarch 17\, 2026: “Mindful March: A Problem Gambling Support Circle”\nApril 21\, 2026: “Breathing Helps”\nMay 19\, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/a-place-to-breathe-south-central-support-group/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20250916T193151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T131054Z
UID:10001796-1785758400-1785762000@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversations: Middle & High School
DESCRIPTION:Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children in middle and high school.  \nCoffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to: \n\nShare ideas\nShare frustrations\nGet resources\nMake new friends\n\nWe meet the first Monday of each month at 12:00pm \nClick here to register! \nPlease reach out to LaShonda Scott at lashonda@ppmd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/coffee-and-conversations-middle-high-school/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20231120T133014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T131405Z
UID:10000972-1785848400-1785852000@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversations: Birth - Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children ages 0-5. \nCoffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to: \n\nShare ideas\nShare frustrations\nGet resources\nMake new friends\n\nWe meet the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00pm. \nClick here to register! \nPlease reach out to Addy Dayton at addy@ppmd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/coffee-and-conversations-birth-kindergarten/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20250403T190854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T131305Z
UID:10001031-1786017600-1786021200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversations: Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children in grades 1st through 5th. \nCoffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to: \n\nShare ideas\nShare frustrations\nGet resources\nMake new friends\n\nWe meet the first Thursday of each month at 12:00pm. \nClick here to register! \nPlease email Bonnie Kinsey at bonniek@ppmd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/coffee-and-conversations-elementary-school-2/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T141042Z
UID:10002000-1786017600-1786021200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Listen: A support group for families dealing with behavioral health
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Garrett\, Allegany\, Washington\, Frederick\, or Carroll county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email communications@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 5\, 2026: “Roots of Love: Nurturing Yourself While Supporting Others”\nMarch 5\, 2026: “Marching Through the Storm”\nApril 2\, 2026: “Spring Forward-Growing Through What We Go Through”\nMay 7\, 2026: “Planting Seeds of Resilience”\nJune 4\, 2026: “Brighter Days Ahead: Blossoming Into Hope”\nJuly 2\, 2026: “Summertime Fun Time”\nAugust 6\, 2026: “Dog Days of Summer”\nSeptember 3\, 2026: “Back to School/Back to routines”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/lunch-and-listen-a-support-group-for-families-dealing-with-behavioral-health/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T135152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T130418Z
UID:10002060-1786536000-1786539600@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Embracing Strength: Southern Maryland Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Anne Arundel\, Calvert\, Charles\, or St. Mary’s county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Donna Howard at donna@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/southern-comfort-chat-southern-maryland-support-group/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184605Z
UID:10001940-1786557600-1786561200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Simply Breathe: North Central Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Baltimore County\, Baltimore City\, Harford\, or Cecil county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Crystal Simpson-Howell at crystal@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 11\, 2026: “Healing Hearts and Minds”\nMarch 11\, 2026: “Mattering – understanding tools and skills that can connect purpose to building a meaningful community”\nApril 8\, 2026: “Pregnancy & Infant Loss”\nMay 13\, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”\nJune 10\, 2026: “Self Growth”\nJuly 8\, 2026: “Freedom to Feel”\nAugust 12\, 2026: “Improving Sleep Habits for Better Health”\nSeptember 9\, 2026: “Recovery Month – Addiction Loss”\nOctober 14\, 2026: “Meaningful Gifts That Won’t Break the Bank”\nNovember 4\, 2026: “Forgiving What You Can’t Forget”\nDecember 9\, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/simply-breathe-north-central-support-group/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T145135Z
UID:10002120-1787054400-1787058000@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:A Place To Breathe: South Central Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Howard\, Montgomery\, or Prince George’s county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Kim Birnbaum at kim@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our upcoming monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 17\, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”\nMarch 17\, 2026: “Mindful March: A Problem Gambling Support Circle”\nApril 21\, 2026: “Breathing Helps”\nMay 19\, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/a-place-to-breathe-south-central-support-group/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20250701T135621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T131440Z
UID:10001415-1787144400-1787148000@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Café y Conversaciones
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRARSE AQUÍ \nCafé y Conversaciones es un espacio virtual seguro para:\n• Compartir ideas\n• Compartir frustraciones\n• Obtener recursos\n• Hacer nuevos amigos \nPREGUNTAS?\nEnvía un correo electrónico a Silvia Ramos a silvia@ppmd.org o Brenda Rivera-Ruiz a brenda@ppmd.org \nCUANDO\ntercer miércoles\nde cada mes\n1:00 PM
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/cafe-y-conversaciones-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T133928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T191423Z
UID:10001880-1787162400-1787166000@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations: Eastern Shore Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Kent\, Queen Anne’s\, Caroline\, Talbot\, Dorchester\, Wicomico\, Worcester\, or Somerset county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Anne Marie Demby at annemarie@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 18\, 2026: “Beating the Winter Blues”\nMarch 18\, 2026: “The Signs of Substance Use Disorder”\nApril 15\, 2026: “Alcohol Awareness Month: Know the Facts”\nMay 20\, 2026: “Bridges Out of Poverty”\nJune 17\, 2026: “Is My Teen Struggling with Substance Use Disorder?”\nJuly 15\, 2026: “Daily Mindful Meditations”\nAugust 19\, 2026: “Back to School Basics”\nSeptember 16\, 2026: “PACEs”\nOctober 21\, 2026: “Mental Health During the Holidays”\nNovember 18\, 2026: “Sobriety and Mental Health Self Care During the Holidays”\nDecember 16\, 2026: “Recognize and Celebrate Your Successes”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/courageous-conversations-eastern-shore-support-group/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20231120T133014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T131405Z
UID:10000973-1788267600-1788271200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversations: Birth - Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children ages 0-5. \nCoffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to: \n\nShare ideas\nShare frustrations\nGet resources\nMake new friends\n\nWe meet the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00pm. \nClick here to register! \nPlease reach out to Addy Dayton at addy@ppmd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/coffee-and-conversations-birth-kindergarten/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20250403T190854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T131305Z
UID:10001032-1788436800-1788440400@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversations: Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children in grades 1st through 5th. \nCoffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to: \n\nShare ideas\nShare frustrations\nGet resources\nMake new friends\n\nWe meet the first Thursday of each month at 12:00pm. \nClick here to register! \nPlease email Bonnie Kinsey at bonniek@ppmd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/coffee-and-conversations-elementary-school-2/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T141042Z
UID:10002001-1788436800-1788440400@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Listen: A support group for families dealing with behavioral health
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Garrett\, Allegany\, Washington\, Frederick\, or Carroll county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email communications@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 5\, 2026: “Roots of Love: Nurturing Yourself While Supporting Others”\nMarch 5\, 2026: “Marching Through the Storm”\nApril 2\, 2026: “Spring Forward-Growing Through What We Go Through”\nMay 7\, 2026: “Planting Seeds of Resilience”\nJune 4\, 2026: “Brighter Days Ahead: Blossoming Into Hope”\nJuly 2\, 2026: “Summertime Fun Time”\nAugust 6\, 2026: “Dog Days of Summer”\nSeptember 3\, 2026: “Back to School/Back to routines”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/lunch-and-listen-a-support-group-for-families-dealing-with-behavioral-health/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260907T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20250916T193151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T131054Z
UID:10001797-1788782400-1788786000@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversations: Middle & High School
DESCRIPTION:Join our Coffee and Conversations sessions if you have children in middle and high school.  \nCoffee and Conversations is a safe virtual space to: \n\nShare ideas\nShare frustrations\nGet resources\nMake new friends\n\nWe meet the first Monday of each month at 12:00pm \nClick here to register! \nPlease reach out to LaShonda Scott at lashonda@ppmd.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/coffee-and-conversations-middle-high-school/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T135152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T130418Z
UID:10002061-1788955200-1788958800@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Embracing Strength: Southern Maryland Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Anne Arundel\, Calvert\, Charles\, or St. Mary’s county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Donna Howard at donna@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/southern-comfort-chat-southern-maryland-support-group/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184605Z
UID:10001941-1788976800-1788980400@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Simply Breathe: North Central Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Baltimore County\, Baltimore City\, Harford\, or Cecil county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Crystal Simpson-Howell at crystal@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 11\, 2026: “Healing Hearts and Minds”\nMarch 11\, 2026: “Mattering – understanding tools and skills that can connect purpose to building a meaningful community”\nApril 8\, 2026: “Pregnancy & Infant Loss”\nMay 13\, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”\nJune 10\, 2026: “Self Growth”\nJuly 8\, 2026: “Freedom to Feel”\nAugust 12\, 2026: “Improving Sleep Habits for Better Health”\nSeptember 9\, 2026: “Recovery Month – Addiction Loss”\nOctober 14\, 2026: “Meaningful Gifts That Won’t Break the Bank”\nNovember 4\, 2026: “Forgiving What You Can’t Forget”\nDecember 9\, 2026: “Self-Care and Wellness”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/simply-breathe-north-central-support-group/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T134934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T145135Z
UID:10002121-1789473600-1789477200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:A Place To Breathe: South Central Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Howard\, Montgomery\, or Prince George’s county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Kim Birnbaum at kim@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our upcoming monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 17\, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”\nMarch 17\, 2026: “Mindful March: A Problem Gambling Support Circle”\nApril 21\, 2026: “Breathing Helps”\nMay 19\, 2026: “Parenting Teens Who Use Substances”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/a-place-to-breathe-south-central-support-group/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20250701T135621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T131440Z
UID:10001416-1789563600-1789567200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Café y Conversaciones
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRARSE AQUÍ \nCafé y Conversaciones es un espacio virtual seguro para:\n• Compartir ideas\n• Compartir frustraciones\n• Obtener recursos\n• Hacer nuevos amigos \nPREGUNTAS?\nEnvía un correo electrónico a Silvia Ramos a silvia@ppmd.org o Brenda Rivera-Ruiz a brenda@ppmd.org \nCUANDO\ntercer miércoles\nde cada mes\n1:00 PM
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/cafe-y-conversaciones-2/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20251024T133928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T191423Z
UID:10001881-1789581600-1789585200@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations: Eastern Shore Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Attend this virtual support group if you: \n\nReside in Kent\, Queen Anne’s\, Caroline\, Talbot\, Dorchester\, Wicomico\, Worcester\, or Somerset county\nHave loved ones affected by mental health\, substance use\, and/or problem gambling\nWould like to connect with others\nWould like to receive support and information\n\nQuestions? Please email Anne Marie Demby at annemarie@ppmd.org \nClick here to register. You may join anonymously. \nSee our monthly topics of discussion below! \n\nFebruary 18\, 2026: “Beating the Winter Blues”\nMarch 18\, 2026: “The Signs of Substance Use Disorder”\nApril 15\, 2026: “Alcohol Awareness Month: Know the Facts”\nMay 20\, 2026: “Bridges Out of Poverty”\nJune 17\, 2026: “Is My Teen Struggling with Substance Use Disorder?”\nJuly 15\, 2026: “Daily Mindful Meditations”\nAugust 19\, 2026: “Back to School Basics”\nSeptember 16\, 2026: “PACEs”\nOctober 21\, 2026: “Mental Health During the Holidays”\nNovember 18\, 2026: “Sobriety and Mental Health Self Care During the Holidays”\nDecember 16\, 2026: “Recognize and Celebrate Your Successes”
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/courageous-conversations-eastern-shore-support-group/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T064941
CREATED:20260121T160241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T141225Z
UID:10002224-1789635600-1789662600@www.ppmd.org
SUMMARY:Wrightslaw Special Education Law & Advocacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Wrightslaw Special Education Law & Advocacy Conference is happening on Thursday\, September 17\, 2026 from 9am to 4:30pm. \nPete Wright\, Esq. is a nationally recognized special education attorney best known for winning the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Florence County School District IV v. Shannon Carter (1993)\, which strengthened families’ rights under special education law. A former student with dyslexia\, dysgraphia\, and ADHD\, he co‑founded Wrightslaw.com with his wife Pam Wright\, creating the leading online resource for special education law and advocacy. Through his books\, trainings\, and decades of legal work\, he has helped families\, educators\, and professionals understand and navigate their rights within the special education system. \nPete Wright will lead this conference to provide families and professionals with a deep understanding of special education law and how to advocate effectively for children and youth. \nPurchase your ticket here! \nSpeaker Pete Wright\, Esq. will cover: \n\nSpecial education law\nTests and measurements\nSmart Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)\nEffective advocacy tactics\n\nConference details: \n\nLive Spanish interpretation! (Conference can be made available in other languages upon request.)\nThree Wrightslaw books included with ticket purchase (Retail price of $113.60)\nTickets cost $180 for families and $240 for professionals (Get $15 off when you purchase by June 17\, 2026!)\n\nThis conference is hosted by The Parents’ Place of Maryland and the Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership Center. \nThis project is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL)\, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $1\,262\,422 with 100% funding by ACL/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of\, nor an endorsement\, by ACL/HHS\, or the U.S. Government. \nPurchase your ticket here! \n\nConferencia sobre Derecho y Defensa de la Educación Especial de Wrightslaw \nPete Wright\, Esq. es un abogado reconocido a nivel nacional por décadas de trabajo ayudando a las familias a comprender sus derechos bajo la ley de educación especial. \nEl presentador Pete Wright\, Esq.\, hablará sobre: \n\nLey de educación especial\nPruebas y mediciones\nProgramas Educativos Individualizados (IEP) SMART\nTácticas de defensa eficaces\n\nInterpretación en español en vivo \n¡Compre su entrada ahora! \n¡Tres libros de Wrightslaw incluidos con la compra del boleto! \n(Precio de venta al público: $113.60. ¡Consigue los libros\, la experiencia y los conocimientos de Pete Wright\, y mucho más! \n*Obtenga un cuarto libro gratis si compra antes del 17 de junio de 2026.\n(Libro electrónico: Avances y casos legales en educación especial de 2017) \n¡Compre su entrada ahora! \n*Obtenga $15 de descuento al comprar antes del 17 de junio de 2026. \n$180 para familias\n$240 para profesionales \nEsta conferencia es organizada por The Parents’ Place of Maryland y el Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership Center. \nEste proyecto cuenta con el apoyo de la Administración para la Vida Comunitaria (ACL) del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos (HHS) como parte de una subvención de asistencia financiera por un total de $1\,262\,422\, con financiación total de ACL/HHS. El contenido es responsabilidad del/de los autor(es) y no representa necesariamente la opinión oficial ni el respaldo de ACL/HHS ni del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/wrightslaw-special-education-law-advocacy-conference/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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