Calendar

May
8
Tue
Tuesdays 7pm to 8:30pm – Parenting on Purpose Kick Off. 8-week class. For Couples and/or Single Parents. @ This Side Up Family Center
May 8 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

Tuesdays March 20th through May 8, 2012. 7-8:30pm. @ This Side UP! Family Center. Parenting on Purpose Class. 8 weeks. For Couples and/or Single Parents. Led by Pastor Chris of Grace Outreach Center. Cost: $25/person includes workbook. Childcare Available for $10/child for entire series (ages 0-13years). Register by 3/10/11 @ https://www.wepay.com/tickets/edit/125552 or @ the Center.

Class Description: Parenting is hard work. There are more distractions for parents and more difficulties for kids than ever before. But moms and dads must make the “choice” to Parent on Purpose. Since our kids don’t come with instruction manuals, we often need some help to guide us and answer those tough parenting questions.
Parenting On Purpose – The Balance of Love and Discipline, helps you find answers to those questions. Start your New Year off right with this 8 week training series that offers parenting instruction that is usable, practical, and easy to put into practice in any home.

May
12
Sat
No Bingo on May 12th – Moved to May 26th
May 12 @ 11:00 pm – May 13 @ 1:00 am

Hello everyone. We wanted to let everyone know that due to Mothers Day, we moved our normal 2nd Saturday Bingo scheduled for May 12th to May 26th.

Mothers Day Mystery Dinner for the Whole Family! 6:30pm to 9pm @ This Side Up Family Center
May 12 @ 11:30 pm – May 13 @ 2:00 am

Saturday, May 12, 6:30-9pm. $25/adults and youth over 12. $15/kids 12 and under.


Mayhem on Maui. Celebrate Mom and help us solve the mystery of who poisoned Hilo Patty, owner of the prestigious Pineapple Plantation with a cup of her own Hawaiian Punch! There are 8 suspects just waiting to tell you their stories….and remember….don’t drink the punch!!!!
Delicious Dinner and Show by Tea-n-Mystery! Wonderful Prizes, too! Treat the mom in your life to a FUN night!

Click here to pay –> https://www.wepay.com/events/mothersdaymysterydinner?utm_campaign=tickets&utm_medium=link&utm_source=facebook&ref_uid=1797069

May
26
Sat
Special Bingo Night 6pm-8pm – Performance by The Purple Microphone vocal group AND Karaoke
May 26 @ 11:00 pm – May 27 @ 1:00 am

It’s not our usual 2nd Saturday, but with Mothers Day this month, we moved Bingo Night to May 26th from 6pm to 8pm.

Bingo/Game Night – We’ll have a blast playing good ole fashioned BINGO and winning FUN prizes. Connect with your family over the value of the month and we’ll send you home with a tool to elevate that value at home, too! Bring your own dinner or enjoy drinks/snacks from the $1 café.

5/26 is performance by The Purple Microphone vocal group AND Karaoke

Jun
1
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 1 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
4
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 4 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
5
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 5 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
6
Wed
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 6 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
7
Thu
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 7 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
8
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 8 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
11
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 11 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
12
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 12 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
13
Wed
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 13 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
14
Thu
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 14 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
15
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 15 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
18
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 18 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
19
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 19 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
20
Wed
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 20 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
21
Thu
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 21 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
22
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 22 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
23
Sat
6/23 – No Sat THRIVE – Please join us at Eastside Sock Hop
Jun 23 @ 11:00 pm – Jun 24 @ 1:30 am
Jun
24
Sun
MooYAH Fundraiser
Jun 24 @ 10:00 pm – Jun 25 @ 3:00 am

Please join us at MooYAH at 7000 Independence Parkway, Plano 75025.  A portion of your meal will benefit This Side UP!

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Jun
25
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 25 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
26
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 26 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
27
Wed
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 27 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
28
Thu
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 28 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jun
29
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jun 29 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
2
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 2 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
3
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 3 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
4
Wed
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 4 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
5
Thu
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 5 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
6
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 6 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
9
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 9 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
10
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 10 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
11
Wed
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 11 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
12
Thu
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 12 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
13
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 13 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
16
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 16 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
17
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 17 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
18
Wed
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 18 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
19
Thu
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 19 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
20
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 20 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
22
Sun
MooYAH Fundraiser
Jul 22 @ 10:00 pm – Jul 23 @ 3:00 am

Please join us at MooYAH at 7000 Independence Parkway, Plano 75025.  A portion of your meal will benefit This Side UP!

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Jul
23
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 23 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
24
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 24 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
25
Wed
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 25 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
26
Thu
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 26 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
27
Fri
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 27 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
28
Sat
Duck Race at Tom Muehlenbeck Aquatic Center – Benefiting This Side Up Family Center – 9:30am to Noon @ Tom Muehlenbeck Aquatic Center
Jul 28 @ 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Lucky Duck Duck Race – Benefiting This Side Up! Family Center

 Adopt a duck for just $5 and you could WIN $1000 in our Lucky Duck-Duck Race!

Go QUACKERS for strengthening families in our community! Buy rubber ducks to raise funds for This Side Up! Family Center, a local non-profit whose mission is to move families from surviving to THRIVING through at-home values training tools, family connection opportunities and parenting education. Buy ducks at our location, online, or at one of our Family Connection Events.

Enjoy a FREE Family Splash Fest with Prizes, Food, Swimming, Games and more!

Cheer on your duck! We’ll launch them into the pool and the one who crosses the finish line first WINS $1000! Top 10 ducks WIN A PRIZE too!

Saturday July 28, 2012, 9:30-Noon

Tom Muehlenbeck Aquatic Center, 5801 W. Parker Rd. Plano, Texas 75093

Click on the flyer for more information –> Duck Race Flier

July 28th 2012 – No family night. Please join us for the duck race.
Jul 28 @ 11:00 pm – Jul 29 @ 1:00 am
Jul
30
Mon
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 30 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Jul
31
Tue
9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July) @ This Side Up Family Center
Jul 31 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

9am to 5pm Afterschool Program M-F (June and July)

Aug
5
Sun
Bowling to Benefit hosted by Legacy Lifegroups
Aug 5 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sunday, 8/5 3-5pm
Bowling to Benefit hosted by Legacy Lifegroups
At Strikz in Frisco
$12/bowler. Registration link above.

Come on out for a FUN family time of bowling as we encourage and support This Side UP! Family Center in their quest for a $30,000 Liberty Mutual Grant (through text and FB votes!)

Click to confirm and pay… https://www.wepay.com/events/bowlingtobenefit

Sep
15
Sat
“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up Family Center
Sep 15 @ 11:00 pm – Sep 16 @ 2:00 am

Dinner Gift Cards for September Date Night have all been reserved.
If you want to be on our email list for monthly reminders, click here!
Or friend us on Facebook.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card.
Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family.
Chance to WIN Family gift pack!
Space is limited. Reservations begin on the 1st of each month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center (www.thissideupfamily.org) and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

*Important Detail! If you reserve a spot and can’t make it, PLEASE notify us (#972.633.8783) as we usually have a waiting list. Lack of notification may disqualify you from taking part in future Date Nights.

Sep
22
Sat
Saturday Night Thrive – Movie Night @ This Side Up Family Center
Sep 22 @ 11:00 pm – Sep 23 @ 1:00 am

Every 4th Saturday night from 6-8pm, enjoy Saturday Night Thrive. Come in for a FUN evening plus connect as a family over the value of the month and go home with an At-Home Family Values Tool, too! $10/family suggested donation. Gifts and prizes each night, too!

Tonight’s event: FREE MOVIE NIGHT: Race to Nowhere, PG-13
Presented by Academic Life Coaching of North Texas

Pre-Register HERE for reserved seating (includes FREE popcorn) and to be eligible for GREAT prizes!


Race to Nowhere is a film that focuses on the current achievement culture found in American schools. A concerned mother turned filmmaker aims her camera at the high-stakes, high-pressure culture that has invaded our schools and our children’s lives. The film points to the silent epidemic in our schools: cheating has become commonplace; students are disengaged; stress-related illness and depression are rampant; and many young people arrive at college and the workplace unprepared and uninspired. Race to Nowhere is a call to action for families, educators, and policy makers to challenge current assumptions on how to best prepare the youth of America to become healthy, bright, contributing and leading citizens.

Following the film, Academic Life Coaching will offer a short panel discussion with local education and family experts. They will present TERRIFIC ideas and practical tips on how to combat the achievement culture. You will benefit from addressing this tough topic! As you dive into this school year, this Movie Night will move your family from surviving to THRIVING and lead you towards making it a true SUCCESS!

(Bring your own dinner or purchase snacks/drinks from our $1 Café. Childcare available by reservation for kids ages 0-12 years.)

Oct
12
Fri
T.G.I.F. Community Hang-Out Days! @ This Side Up Family Center
Oct 12 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Homeschool… Preschool… In School… Parents RULE!
Join us for… T.G.I.F. Community Hang-Out Days!

Whichever of these three parenting groups (above) that YOU (or your organization) fit into… at This Side Up! Family Center we know arriving at Friday is something to CELEBRATE! So, join us this Fall for TGIF Community Hang-Out Days @ This Side UP! Family Center!!!
*Every Second Friday. 10/12, 11/9, 12/14. 10am-2pm. FREE. FREE. FREE.

The entire Center – from the Big Room to all surrounding rooms – are available for YOU! Whether your group wants to bring the kids and hang in our Childcare Room or let them have fun at our Ping-Pong and Foosball Tables OR You’d like Mom-Time to veg on the couches in our comfy Window Room by yourself or with friends OR you want to reserve a spot for a Cropping/Crafting Time, we are OPEN AND FREE for all of this and more!

Call ahead and reserve a specific area OR just come on over to do WHATEVER!
 We’ll have the coffee and the TGIF time waiting!

(Feel free to bring in your own food OR purchase snacks/drinks from our $1 café.)

Oct
13
Sat
Bingo/Game Night PLUS Robots-4-U @ This Side Up Family Center
Oct 13 @ 11:00 pm – Oct 14 @ 1:00 am

We’ll have a blast playing good ole fashioned BINGO and winning FUN prizes. PLUS, Robots-4-U will be here to help us build a robot AND will have LOTS of cool robots for us to play with, too!
Connect with your family over the value of the month and we’ll send you home with a tool to elevate that value at home, too! Bring your own dinner or enjoy drinks/snacks from the $1 café.

 

The PLUS means more fun for you! Here are the other fun things going on during Bingo/Game Nights.
Sat 10/13/12 – Robots-4-U will be here to help us build a robot AND will have LOTS of cool robots for us to play with, too!
Sat 11/10/12 – The Dallas Starlets Club will be here to provide an added FUN time to our evening!
Sat 12/8/12 – Gingerbread House Night. Each family will build their own house and take it home! $10 per family suggested donation for supplies.
Sat 1/12/13 – This Side Up! 2 Year Anniversary Celebration/Open House! Come help us celebrate our 2 year anniversary with festivities, fun and a treasure hunt/tour. We’ll showcase the other non-profits in our Center, too so come on out…. IT’S A CELEBRATION!

Nov
11
Sun
Bingo/Game Night PLUS Dallas Starlets hosting special FUN @ This Side Up Family Center
Nov 11 @ 12:00 am – 2:00 am

We’ll have a blast playing good ole fashioned BINGO and winning FUN prizes.  PLUS, the Dallas Starlets Club will be here to provide an added FUN time to our evening!
Connect with your family over the value of the month and we’ll send you home with a tool to elevate that value at home, too! Bring your own dinner or enjoy drinks/snacks from the $1 café.

 

The PLUS means more fun for you! Here are the other fun things going on during Bingo/Game Nights.
– Sat 10/13/12 – Robots-4-U will be here to help us build a robot AND will have LOTS of cool robots for us to play with, too!
– Sat 11/10/12 – The Dallas Starlets Club will be here to provide an added FUN time to our evening!
– Sat 12/8/12 – Gingerbread House Night. Each family will build their own house and take it home! $10 per family suggested donation for supplies.
– Sat 1/12/13 – This Side Up! 2 Year Anniversary Celebration/Open House! Come help us celebrate our 2 year anniversary with festivities, fun and a treasure hunt/tour. We’ll showcase the other non-profits in our Center, too so come on out…. IT’S A CELEBRATION!

Jan
1
Tue
New Year’s Eve Party – Turn Back Time The Ball Drops at 9! @ Fairview Farms
Jan 1 @ 12:30 am – 3:00 am

The Coolest, Safest, Family Friendliest 2013 New Year’s Eve Party!
At This Side Up! Family Center’s Second Annual New Year’s Eve Party you’ll enjoy
•Delicious Dinner
•A “2013 Dream Big” Gift for Every Family
•FREE professional family portrait
•911 Simulation Area
•Raffle Prizes
…and much more!

Cost (includes dinner): $15/per person (ages 13+)
$10/per child. Ages 2 and under (in lap) FREE!

Purchase tickets here or in person at This Side Up! Family Center.

Mar
5
Tue
“I Never Planned to Scream So Much!” Managing Anger in the Family @ This Side Up! Family Center
Mar 5 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

“I Never Planned to Scream So Much!” Managing Anger in the Family

When our children come into this world, we never imagine ourselves scream or yelling at these precious children. But, it does happen. Join us as we explore ways to understand our children, defuse the anger and create a peaceful, respectful climate in our homes.

Taught by Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS and amazing Parent Educator

$15 per person. 12-1:30pm. BYOLunch.

 

Mar
10
Sun
Bingo/Game Night PLUS Marshmallow Family Challenge! @ This Side Up! Family Center
Mar 10 @ 12:00 am – 3:00 am

We’ll have a blast playing good ole fashioned BINGO and winning FUN prizes.  PLUS, a fun family connect activity with the Dallas Starlets Club! Connect with your family over the value of the month and we’ll send you home with a tool to elevate that value at home, too! Bring your own dinner or enjoy drinks/snacks from the $1 café.

(EVERY second Saturday!)

Mar
16
Sat
“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Mar 16 @ 11:00 pm – Mar 17 @ 2:00 am

Click HERE to register NOW for the March “I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night. Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card.Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family.Chance to WIN Family gift pack!Space is limited. Reservations are required and begin on the 1st of each month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

 

Mar
19
Tue
Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
Mar 19 @ 11:30 pm – Mar 20 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

Mar
26
Tue
Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
Mar 26 @ 11:30 pm – Mar 27 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

Apr
2
Tue
“You Can’t Make Me!” Parenting the Strong Willed Child @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 2 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Who really is in “control” in your family?
Do POWER STRUGGLES invade the atmosphere in your home?
Are there strategies and ideas to decrease the friction?

Parenting is difficult and temperamental clashes with strong-willed children can make it even more challenging. Join us for this four-week series to share and learn techniques which include understanding this not so unique temperament, creating a positive home/school environment, effective discipline and empowering both parent and child.

Taught by Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS and amazing Parent Educator.

Tuesdays in April (2, 9, 16, 23) $60. 12-1:30pm. BYOLunch.

 

Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 2 @ 11:30 pm – Apr 3 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

Apr
9
Tue
“You Can’t Make Me!” Parenting the Strong Willed Child @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 9 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Who really is in “control” in your family?
Do POWER STRUGGLES invade the atmosphere in your home?
Are there strategies and ideas to decrease the friction?

Parenting is difficult and temperamental clashes with strong-willed children can make it even more challenging. Join us for this four-week series to share and learn techniques which include understanding this not so unique temperament, creating a positive home/school environment, effective discipline and empowering both parent and child.

Taught by Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS and amazing Parent Educator.

Tuesdays in April (2, 9, 16, 23) $60. 12-1:30pm. BYOLunch.

 

Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 9 @ 11:30 pm – Apr 10 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

Apr
13
Sat
Meet the Candidates Bingo/Game Night PLUS @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 13 @ 11:00 pm – Apr 14 @ 1:00 am

FREE Family Connection Night!

Can Politics and Family FUN be part of the same sentence and the same evening?! YES!!! We’ll have a blast playing good ole fashioned BINGO and winning FUN prizes. PLUS, we’ll make POLITICS FUN for the evening! Meet the Candidates as they serve as VIP Bingo Callers for the night! This is a VERY important election for our city and This Side UP! Family seeks to raise voter participation by making it real and personal! So… we’ll help you get to know many of the candidates for City Council and PISD School Board in a casual, FUN way! BOTH MAYORAL CANDIDATES, HARRY LAROSILIERE AND FRED MOSES (and more!) WILL BE JOINING US AS VIP BINGO CALLERS!
(Families are encouraged to bring your own dinner or enjoy drinks/snacks from the $1 café.)

Apr
16
Tue
“You Can’t Make Me!” Parenting the Strong Willed Child @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 16 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Who really is in “control” in your family?
Do POWER STRUGGLES invade the atmosphere in your home?
Are there strategies and ideas to decrease the friction?

Parenting is difficult and temperamental clashes with strong-willed children can make it even more challenging. Join us for this four-week series to share and learn techniques which include understanding this not so unique temperament, creating a positive home/school environment, effective discipline and empowering both parent and child.

Taught by Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS and amazing Parent Educator.

Tuesdays in April (2, 9, 16, 23) $60. 12-1:30pm. BYOLunch.

 

Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 16 @ 11:30 pm – Apr 17 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

Apr
20
Sat
“I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 20 @ 11:00 pm – Apr 21 @ 2:00 am

Click HERE to register NOW for the April “I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night. Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family. Chance to WIN Family gift pack! Space is limited. Reservations are required and begin on the 1st of each month.

 
Apr
23
Tue
“You Can’t Make Me!” Parenting the Strong Willed Child @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 23 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Who really is in “control” in your family?
Do POWER STRUGGLES invade the atmosphere in your home?
Are there strategies and ideas to decrease the friction?

Parenting is difficult and temperamental clashes with strong-willed children can make it even more challenging. Join us for this four-week series to share and learn techniques which include understanding this not so unique temperament, creating a positive home/school environment, effective discipline and empowering both parent and child.

Taught by Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS and amazing Parent Educator.

Tuesdays in April (2, 9, 16, 23) $60. 12-1:30pm. BYOLunch.

 

Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 23 @ 11:30 pm – Apr 24 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

Apr
30
Tue
Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 30 @ 11:30 pm – May 1 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

May
7
Tue
Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
May 7 @ 11:30 pm – May 8 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

May
14
Tue
Financial Peace Class @ This Side Up! Family Center
May 14 @ 11:30 pm – May 15 @ 1:00 am

We are thrilled to offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University.

Like Dave says, “Debt is dumb and cash is king!”

Join us for this nine-week course where you will learn how to live on a budget, pay off your debt and build wealth.

FPU will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30, beginning on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

The cost is $85 per family. Spouses/couples are highly encouraged to attend together and Single Parents are welcome, too!

Click HERE to register!

May
18
Sat
I Date My Spouse – Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
May 18 @ 11:00 pm – May 19 @ 2:00 am

Click HERE now to register NOW for the May “I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night. Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family. Chance to WIN Family gift pack! Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited. Reservations are required and begin on the 1st of each month. 

Jun
13
Thu
Parenting Class – Sibling Rivalry @ This Side Up! Family Center
Jun 13 @ 11:00 pm – Jun 14 @ 12:30 am

Does summer bring sibling bliss or sibling hiss to your home? Are you exhausted by your children’s constant bickering? Do you wonder if your children will ever get along? Did you know sibling rivalry is normal and even healthy? Join us for a great talk led by the amazing Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS and PISD Lead Parent Educator! Kick off your Summer Parenting with a plan of action to successfully conquer SIBLING RIVALRY in your home! Class cost is $15 and childcare is available by reservation for $5. Register HERE.

Jun
15
Sat
I Date My Spouse – Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Jun 15 @ 11:00 pm – Jun 16 @ 2:00 am

Click HERE now to register NOW for the June “I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night. Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family. Chance to WIN Family gift pack! Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited. Reservations are required and begin on the 1st of each month. 

Jun
22
Sat
Saturday Night Thrive @ This Side Up! Family Center
Jun 22 @ 11:00 pm – Jun 23 @ 1:00 am

Every 4th Saturday night from 6-8pm, enjoy Saturday Night Thrive. Come in for a FUN evening plus connect as a family over the value of the month and go home with an At-Home Family Values Tool, too! Gifts and prizes each night, too!

Jul
13
Sat
FREE Family Bingo Night PLUS (Minute-to-Win-it Games!) @ This side Up! Family Center
Jul 13 @ 11:00 pm – Jul 14 @ 1:00 am

We’ll have a blast playing good ole fashioned BINGO and winning FUN prizes. PLUS, Minute-to-Win-it Games are back by popular demand!) as a fun community connection activity! Connect with your family over the value of the month and we’ll send you home with a tool to elevate that value at home, too! This month’s value is THRIVING FAMILIES ESCAPE THE CHAOS TOGETHER! (Bring your own dinner or enjoy drinks/snacks from the $1 café.) (EVERY second Saturday!)1017610_637909032905042_1550161383_n

Jul
19
Fri
BUTTERFLY4ART Family Art FUN @ This Side Up! Family Center
Jul 19 @ 11:30 pm – Jul 20 @ 1:30 am

Family Art FUN. BUTTERFLY4Art presents Family Art Fun 969079_626685217360757_1024771772_nled by On-Site Professional Art Therapist, Anne Wallace. Take home a finished art piece – a family shield – as youhave FUN focusing on your family values!

Space is limited and Pre-reservation required by 7/15.
Cost is $25 per family.
Click HERE to reserve your spot!

Jul
20
Sat
I Date My Spouse – Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Jul 20 @ 11:00 pm – Jul 21 @ 2:00 am

Click HERE to register NOW for the July “I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night. Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family. Chance to WIN Family gift pack! Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited. Reservations are required and begin on the 1st of each month. 

Jul
21
Sun
Single Side Up – Dinner Out! @ This Side Up! Family Center
Jul 21 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

Single Parents, join us for a fun dinner out at our next SSU event! 946225_640358395993439_302332076_nCome to This Side Up, drop off the kids for FREE Childcare, and we’ll all have dinner at Angela’s at the Crosswalk in old downtown Plano. They have created a delicious, low cost menu for us. Dinner and gratuity is only $12!You’ll need to pre-pay, and space is limited. Click HERE to RSVP and pay fordinner.

MOOYAH Spirit Night and Duck Sale BONANZA! @ Mooyah - Burgers, Fries, Shakes
Jul 21 @ 10:00 pm – Jul 22 @ 3:00 am

Mooyah-Duck-race-graphicWE’VE GOT SPIRIT YES WE DO, WE’VE GOT SPIRIT HOW ‘BOUT YOU???!!!

Come out for dinner and show us your support of our family strengthening Center and get QUACK-y if you like! 20% of food sales go to TSUFC and you can buy ducks to support our mission and race for a chance to WIN $1000.
NE Corner of Independence and Legacy.
(Duck Race is on 7/27, you do not have to be present to WIN!)

Jul
26
Fri
Pick Up Your Socks! Parent Ed Class! @ this Side Up! Family Center
Jul 26 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

Pick Up Your Socks! Teaching Responsibility 1011882_639662432729702_1629635329_nDo you wish your children had more responsibility with their daily lives and around the house? Are you tired of having to remind your child over and over again to complete a chore or personal task? This class will help identify areas you as the parent wish your child would take on more responsibilities, where you are comfortable giving up control and allowing children to make choices parents can respect, and discovering real consequences for non-compliance other than yelling. Please join us for a lively discussion on teaching responsibility led by the amazing Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS and PISD Lead Parent Educator!

Cost is $15 per person. Click HERE to reserve your spot!

(This time there will be no childcare available on-site.)

Jul
27
Sat
Lucky Duck Duck Race @ Tom Muehlenbeck Aquatic Center
Jul 27 @ 11:30 pm – Jul 28 @ 2:00 am

Calendar-Page-Graphic-Duck-Race-2013Purchase a duck for $5 and you could WIN a a $1000 Mastercard®/Visa® gift card. Or an iPad Mini! 

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR DUCKS NOW!

The Duck Race is
Saturday July 27, 2013, 6:30-9pm

Tom Muehlenbeck Aquatic Center, 5801 W. Parker Rd. Plano, Texas 75093

Come cheer on your ducks and enjoy a FREE Family Splash Fest with prizes, food, swimming, games and more! Bring your own picnic dinner or enjoy snowcones, popcorn or snacks, drinks! Swim, slide AND enjoy more FUN activities for the kids!

DUCK RACE AT 8pm! We’ll launch them into the pool and the one who crosses the finish line first WINS a $1000 MasterCard®/Visa® gift card! Second place duck WINS an Apple i-Pad mini! Top 20 ducks WIN A PRIZE too!

$1000 gift card courtesy of the Brown family.
iPad mini courtesy of Revolution Chiropractic.

All proceeds go to This Side Up! Family Center’s mission
of moving families from Surviving to Thriving!Sponsor-Cal-Page-Graphic-DuckRace2013

Aug
17
Sat
I Date My Spouse – Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Aug 17 @ 11:00 pm – Aug 18 @ 2:00 am

Click HERE to register NOW for the August “I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night. Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family. Chance to WIN Family gift pack! Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited. Reservations are required and begin on the 1st of each month. 

Aug
18
Sun
Single Side Up! Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Aug 18 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

SingleSideUp_TSU_LogoSingle Side UP! Group meeting. Speaker: Shirley White-Stevens is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) who specializes in helping parents save for college, and find the best college for the best price. There are grants, scholarships, and all kinds of financial help available, without having to take out mountains of student loans. Whether your kids are 2, 12 or 20, you shouldn’t miss the valuable event! FREE CHILDCARE On-site!

Aug
24
Sat
FREE Family Connection Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Aug 24 @ 11:00 pm – Aug 25 @ 1:00 am

Celebrate a GREAT Summer of 2013 with us!Newtons Lab

We’ll pump your family up for a GREAT school year ahead! Newton’s Lab will be here with a FUN Science Show that’s bound to knock your socks off! Back to School, Science is COOL! Bring your own dinner or purchase snacks/drinks from our $1 cafe!

Sep
14
Sat
Fall into Fitness – FREE Family FUN Event @ This Side Up! Family Center
Sep 14 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Fall into Fitness with Aqua~Fit Swim & Fitness Family Wellness Center and This Side Up! Family FUN Center! Come learn about family fitness programs to keep you healthy during the Fall and Winter months! Your kids can jump on the world’s safest trampoline and everyone will leave with a smile on their face!
FUN Activities for the whole family, Prizes and more!
(Cost is free, but we encourage you to bring a few WISH LIST ITEMS (full list HERE) or a small donation to help support This Side Up Family Center’s family strengthening programs/activities!)

Sep
21
Sat
I Date My Spouse – Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Sep 21 @ 11:00 pm – Sep 22 @ 2:00 am

Click HERE now to register NOW for the September “I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night. Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family. Chance to WIN Family gift pack! Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited. Reservations are required and begin on the 1st of each month. 

Sep
28
Sat
Saturday Night Thrive! – Bingo Night plus Shel Higgins, Juggler/Performer! @ This Side Up! Family Center
Sep 28 @ 11:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 1:00 am

FREE Family Connection Night with Shel Higgins, Juggler/Performer!

We’ll have BINGO FUN plus a return performance by Shel Higgins, Juggler and Performer Extraordinaire! We know your FAMILY IS JUGGLING A LOT THESE DAYS and we want to bring you this neat night of family connection to make the juggling FUN!

(As always, bring your own dinner or purchase snacks/drinks from the $1 cafe)

Oct
2
Wed
Parent Ed. Talk. Whose Homework is it Anyway? @ This Side Up! Family Center
Oct 2 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

Expert Parent Educator, Cynthia Garrison will provide insight, ideas and tools that will take your family from surviving to THRIVING this school year!

Description: Whose Homework Is It Anyway?
The struggle of homework has been around for generations. We ask the question and we get a non-committal answer and we get frustrated. Sometimes we end up bribing, threatening, and screaming just to get them to do the work. We may even help too much or do the work for the child. Join us as we identify parental role in homework environment, understanding learning styles and fostering a sense of child responsibility.
End the Homework Battles!
$10/person, No childcare provided. Register now at https://www.wepay.com/events/whosehomeworkisit

Oct
12
Sat
Family Connection Night – Youth Talent Showcase @ This Side Up! Family Center
Oct 12 @ 11:00 pm – Oct 13 @ 1:00 am

KIDS SHINING FOR KIDS
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Art. Service. Talent… for your family from youth in our community!
Come enjoy art, singing, dance and more creations from youth in our community and help them make a difference in the lives of Marissa’s House orphanage in Uganda!
PLUS… Participate as a family in creating a Heart Pillow (a project of Mission Possible Kids) to be sent directly to the kids at Marrissa’s House to show them love!
*Optional $1 Raffle Tickets will be sold at the door that can be used to “buy” items. All money collected will go towards bringing a much-needed fresh water well to Marissa’s House (an orphanage in Uganda). Email info@thissideupfamily.org for more info on becoming a Youth Talent Showcase Participant.

Have a great evening of terrific FREE family FUN over good ol’ fashioned bingo and support Marissa’s House, too! Everyone goes home with a prize!
As usual, bring your own dinner or purchase snacks/soda/water from our $1 café.

Nov
17
Sun
I Date My Spouse – Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Nov 17 @ 12:00 am – 3:00 am

Click HERE now to register NOW for the November “I Date My Spouse” Marriage Enrichment Night. Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited.

“I Date My Spouse!” Marriage Enrichment Night sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center, and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

Drop your kids off at This Side UP! Family Center and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more. At drop-off, pick up a Restaurant Card to dine for FREE that evening – thanks to amazing area restaurants who believe in the need for marriage enrichment, too! We will provide each couple with a Talk Time card to be discussed during the meal (different relevant topics each month). This intentional couple time will provide a real, tangible way to focus on your marriage and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who completes their Talk Time (we don’t see any of your completed ‘stuff’, don’t worry!) will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare for $10/child. $25 max/family. Chance to WIN Family gift pack! Childcare space is UNLIMITED, but Dinner Gift Cards ARE limited. Reservations are required and begin on the 1st of each month. 

Nov
20
Wed
Parent Ed Talk. The Birds, The Bees, the Talk. @ This Side Up! Family Center
Nov 20 @ 1:00 am – 2:30 am

Talk about WHAT? Do I really need to have that discussion with my child?11283926_s

This is one challenging topic for parents and knowing how to approach the topic, what to say and when to say it is the biggest challenge. Join us as we learn effective ways to discuss this delicate but important topic using real life, factual, non-embarrassing strategies to promote open communication between parent and child.Facilitated and Taught by Cynthia Garrison. This Side UP! Family Center Board Member and Lead Parent Educator for PlanoISD.

Register now at https://www.wepay.com/events/thebirdsthebeesthetalk

$10/person. NO on-site Childcare Available.

Dec
11
Wed
Parent Ed Talk. Bedtime Battles, Morning Hassles @ This Side Up! Family Center
Dec 11 @ 1:00 am – 2:30 am

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Go to Bed! Go to Bed! Now Wake Up! Wake Up! Go! Go! Have you found yourself yelling these commands at your children? Join us as we discuss effective, positive ways to navigate the most challenging times in each day, mornings and evenings.

Taught and facilitated by Cynthia Garrison, Lead Parent Educator for PlanoISD and Board Member of This Side UP! Family Center.

Register HERE.

 

 

Dec
15
Sun
Family Connection Night – Gingerbread House making @ This Side Up! Family Center
Dec 15 @ 12:00 am – 2:00 am

EACH FAMILY WILL BUILD THEIR OWN
GINGERBREAD HOUSE AND TAKE IT HOME!
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You’ll fill your gingerbread house with written ideas of how to show each other love this Christmas instead of getting caught up in “looks” and “things”. PLUS, we’ll play some BINGO and everyone leaves with a prize!

Bring your own dinner or enjoy snacks/drinks from the $1 café.DSC_0353

Taking families SURVIVING to THRIVING!