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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/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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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/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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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/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184605Z
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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/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T010000
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SUMMARY:Allegany County Healthy Kids Day
DESCRIPTION:The Allegany County Healthy Kids Day is aimed at promoting wellness and healthy living for children in our community\, encouraging kids to stay active throughout the summer! With the addition of physical activities\, games\, prizes local resources and more this event is sure to be a hit!
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/allegany-county-healthy-kids-day/
LOCATION:Cumberland YMCA (Riverside)\, 601 Kelly Rd\, Cumberland\, MD 21502\, Cumberland\, 21502\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community Event (not sponsored by PPMD)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T083000
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SUMMARY:Empower Expo
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about IEPs and 504s? Then don’t hesitate to join us at the Empower Expo this April! Aimed at connecting youth and families in the community with information and resources on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans. With the addition of a number of free in-person workshops and exhibits this event is sure to provide an educational and insightful day for all attendees! \n  \n   
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/empower-expo/
LOCATION:Bel Air High School\, 100 Heighe Street\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community Event (not sponsored by PPMD)
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SUMMARY:Calvert County Special Education Expo
DESCRIPTION:Interested in joining the community at an exciting and educational event? Then don’t hesitate to join us at the upcoming Calvert County Special Education Expo\, aimed at connecting families and caregivers of individuals with disabilities and Special healthcare needs with a plethora of local resources and services\, this exciting event is sure to be one that you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/calvert-county-special-education-expo/
LOCATION:Calvert High School\, 520 Fox Run Blvd\, Prince Frederick\, MD 20678\, Prince Frederick\, MD\, 20678\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community Event (not sponsored by PPMD)
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SUMMARY:Walk for Autism Awareness & Acceptance
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to join us at the upcoming Walk for Autism Awareness & Acceptance this April in Hagerstown\, Maryland. Focused on bringing the community together to raise awareness\, understanding\, and support for individuals with autism. this exciting event is sure to have something for the whole family with the addition of a plethora of resources\, local vendors\, food trucks activities and more! 
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/walk-for-autism-awareness-acceptance/
LOCATION:Fairgrounds Park\, 351 N Cleveland Ave\, Hagerstown\, MD 21740\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community Event (not sponsored by PPMD)
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SUMMARY:Purple Up
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Military family focused event in your local community? Well\, the upcoming Purple Up would be the perfect event for you. Aimed at honoring the of the month of the military child\, this event will work to provide a fun and relaxing afternoon for all attendees as they connect with the community and watch the lighthouse glow purple! \n 
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/purple-up/
LOCATION:Havre de Grace Concord Point Lighthouse\, 700 Concord St\, Havre de Grace\, MD 21078\, Havre de Grace\, MD\, 21078\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community Event (not sponsored by PPMD)
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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-2/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260430T030956
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T191423Z
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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/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:online\, ONLINE/VIRTUAL\, Glen Burnie
CATEGORIES:PPMD Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T083000
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Autism Summit
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to join us at the upcoming 4th Annual Autism Summit event this April! Aimed at connecting family and professional attendees alike to local resources\, and services to support parents and caregivers of individuals with Autism\, this event is sure to be an informational and impactful experience for all!
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/4th-annual-autism-summit/
LOCATION:John Carroll Building\, 1400 Nalley Terrace\, Landover\, MD\, 20785\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community Event (not sponsored by PPMD)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T150000
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SUMMARY:The World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo
DESCRIPTION: We are excited to invite you to join us at the World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo this April! Aimed at bringing families\, and caregivers together to connect with local disability related\, services\, technology\, and information this exciting Expo is sure to provide valuable resources to many families in the community.
URL:https://www.ppmd.org/event/the-world-of-possibilities-disabilities-expo/
LOCATION:Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center\, 7801 Alumni Dr.\, College Park\, Maryland\, 20742
CATEGORIES:General Community Event (not sponsored by PPMD)
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