Calendar

Dec
22
Sun
No “I Date My Spouse” for December @ This Side Up! Family Center
Dec 22 @ 12:00 am – 3:00 am

“I Date My Spouse” is taking a break in December. But it’ll be on again in January 18th (registration opens Jan 1). Check back then and make a reservation to enrich your marriage!

Jan
19
Sun
I Date My Spouse – Marriage Enrichment Night
Jan 19 @ 12:00 am – 3:00 am

Click HERE now to register NOW for the January “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. 

Feb
16
Sun
I Date My Spouse – Marriage Enrichment Night @ This Side Up! Family Center
Feb 16 @ 12:00 am – 3:00 am

Thank you to all to the WONDERFUL couples who participate in this program and show us you are interested in moving your marriage from surviving to THRIVING!  This program is under renovation and will return soon BIGGER and BETTER than ever!  In the meantime, we’ll post Date Night Ideas on our FB page AND we’ll offer 3rd Saturday childcare at the Center so you can keep on dating!

Click HERE to register childcare NOW for the February Parents’ Night Out!

 

Parents’ Night Out!
Feb 16 @ 12:00 am – 3:00 am

ParentsNightOutIntroducing… 3rd Saturday PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT at This Side UP! Family Center.

While we have been offering 3rd Saturday childcare for some time now, it has come to our attention that people thought this was only available for those who have received a gift card through the “I Date My Spouse” Program or for single parents attending our Single Side UP! Group. That’s NOT the case! So we’ve given it a more official, tried and true name: PARENTS NIGHT OUT!

PNO Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!! Kids… ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot. We need to know the ages of all kids so that we staff our volunteers well, too!

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!

Click HERE to register childcare NOW for the February Parents’ Night Out!

Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Feb 16 @ 1:00 am – 2:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being! Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm. Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more! FREE childcare

(Every 3rd Saturday!)

Click HERE to register childcare NOW for the February Single Side UP! Single Parent Group night!

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

Thank you to all to the WONDERFUL couples who participate in this program and show us you are interested in moving your marriage from surviving to THRIVING!  This program is under renovation and will return soon BIGGER and BETTER than ever!  In the meantime, we’ll post Date Night Ideas on our FB page AND we’ll offer 3rd Saturday childcare at the Center so you can keep on dating!

Update 3/14/2014 – Our registration site is down and will not be back up.  To register for the March Parent’s Date Night childcare, please call the center at 972-633-8783.  We will take down your information and you can pay at the door Saturday night.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

 

Parent’s Date Night!
Mar 15 @ 11:00 pm – Mar 16 @ 2:00 am

Parent's Date NightIntroducing… 3rd Saturday PARENT’S DATE NIGHT at This Side UP! Family Center

While we have been offering 3rd Saturday childcare for some time now, it has come to our attention that people thought this was only available for those who have received a gift card through the “I Date My Spouse” Program or for single parents attending our Single Side UP! Group. That’s NOT the case! So we’ve given it a more official, tried and true name: PARENT’S DATE NIGHT!

PDN Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!! Kids… ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot. We need to know the ages of all kids so that we staff our volunteers well, too!

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!

Update 3/14/2014 – Our registration site is down and will not be back up.  To register for the March Parent’s Date Night childcare, please call the center at 972-633-8783.  We will take down your information and you can pay at the door Saturday night.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

Mar
16
Sun
Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Mar 16 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being! Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm. Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more! FREE childcare

(Every 3rd Saturday!)

Update 3/14/2014 – Our registration site is down and will not be back up.  To register for March Single Side UP! Single Parent Group night childcare, please call the center at 972-633-8783.  We will take down your information and you can pay at the door Saturday night.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

 

Apr
19
Sat
Parent’s Date Night
Apr 19 @ 11:00 pm – Apr 20 @ 2:00 am

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

Childcare for $5/child. Chance to WIN Family gift pack. FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card!

“Parent’s Date Night” is 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, 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 relationship and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who submits their Talk Time actions by the Sunday deadline, will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

Parent’s Date Night Childcare is open to all parents and kid, ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot!!! Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE limited and available only to Parents of those signed up for childcare.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!. 

Click HERE to register for the April “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

Apr
20
Sun
Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Apr 20 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle Side UP! Single Parent Group Meeting for April has been cancelled.  We hope you will join us for next month’s meeting.

 

 

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm. Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more!

Low cost childcare (kids ages 0-13yrs) is offered for our Single Side UP! members attending this month’s SSU meeting during this time!!! Space is limited in our 0-3 yr old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot.  (Payment is non-refundable)

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  

Apr
24
Thu
M.O.M. Talk with Cynthia Garrison! @ This Side Up Family Center
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

MomTalkLogoTOPIC: Setting Limits and Following Through

Motivation, Opportunities, Munchies and more! BYO Lunch (and actually dads are welcome, too!). Class Fee: $5.  (Payment is non-refundable)

Thursday April 24, 2014 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM CDT

Click HERE to register for the April M.O.M. Talk! 

May
17
Sat
Parent’s Date Night
May 17 @ 11:00 pm – May 18 @ 2:00 am

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

Childcare for $5/child. Chance to WIN Family gift pack. FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card!

“Parent’s Date Night” is 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, 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 relationship and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who submits their Talk Time actions by the Sunday deadline, will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

Parent’s Date Night Childcare is open to all parents and kid, ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot!!! Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the 1st of each month and is for couples with children needing childcare during this month’s Date Night, here at the Center.

Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!. 

Click HERE to register for the May “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
May 17 @ 11:00 pm – May 18 @ 1:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm, but this month we start at 6:00pm.  Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more!

Low cost childcare (kids ages 0-13yrs) is offered for our Single Side UP! members attending this month’s SSU meeting during this time!!! Space is limited in our 0-3 yr old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot.  (Payment is non-refundable)

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!   Click HERE to register for childcare during May’s Single Side UP! Meeting. 

May
29
Thu
M.O.M. Talk with Cynthia Garrison! @ This Side Up Family Center
May 29 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

MomTalkLogoTOPIC: Dealing with Sibling Rivalry this Summer

Motivation, Opportunities, Munchies and more! BYO Lunch (and actually dads are welcome, too!). Class Fee: $5. Pre-registered Childcare Available for $5/chlld. (Payment is non-refundable)

Thursday May 29, 2014 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM CDT

Click HERE to register for the May M.O.M. Talk! 

Jun
21
Sat
Parent’s Date Night
Jun 21 @ 11:00 pm – Jun 22 @ 2:00 am

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

Childcare for $5/child. Chance to WIN Family gift pack. FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card!

“Parent’s Date Night” is 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, 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 relationship and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who submits their Talk Time actions by the Sunday deadline, will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

Parent’s Date Night Childcare is open to all parents and kid, ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot!!! Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the 1st of each month and is for couples with children needing childcare during this month’s Date Night, here at the Center.

Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!. 

Click HERE to register for the June “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Jun 21 @ 11:00 pm – Jun 22 @ 1:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm, but this month we meet at 6:00.  Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more!

Low cost childcare (kids ages 0-13yrs) is offered for our Single Side UP! members attending this month’s SSU meeting during this time!!! Space is limited in our 0-3 yr old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot.  (Payment is non-refundable)

June meeting topic is “Ask a Lawyer“.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!   Click HERE to register for childcare during June’s Single Side UP! Meeting. 

(Every 3rd Saturday!)

Jul
19
Sat
Parent’s Date Night
Jul 19 @ 11:00 pm – Jul 20 @ 2:00 am

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

Childcare for $5/child. Chance to WIN Family gift pack. FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card!

“Parent’s Date Night” is 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, 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 relationship and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who submits their Talk Time actions by the Sunday deadline, will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

Parent’s Date Night Childcare is open to all parents and kid, ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot!!! Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the 1st of each month and is for couples with children needing childcare during this month’s Date Night, here at the Center.

Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!. 

Click Here to register for the July “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

Jul
20
Sun
Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Jul 20 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm. Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more! Low cost childcare available.

July meeting topic is “Learn How to Sell on Consignment“.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!   Click HERE to register for childcare during July’s Single Side UP! Meeting. 

(Every 3rd Saturday!)

Aug
16
Sat
Parent’s Date Night
Aug 16 @ 11:00 pm – Aug 17 @ 2:00 am

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

Childcare for $5/child. Chance to WIN Family gift pack. FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card!

“Parent’s Date Night” is 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, 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 relationship and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who submits their Talk Time actions by the Sunday deadline, will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

Parent’s Date Night Childcare is open to all parents and kid, ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot!!! Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the 1st of each month and is for couples with children needing childcare during this month’s Date Night, here at the Center.

Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!. 

Click Here to register for the Aug “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

Aug
17
Sun
Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Aug 17 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm. Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more! Low cost childcare available.

August meeting topic is “Personal Safety“.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!   Click Here to register for childcare during August’s Single Side UP! Meeting. 

(Every 3rd Saturday!)

Sep
9
Tue
M.O.M. Talk with Cynthia Garrison! @ This Side Up Family Center
Sep 9 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

MomTalkLogoTOPIC: What are our Children Doing in the Digital Age?

Motivation, Opportunities for parenting tools, Munchies and more! BYO Lunch (and actually dads and grandparents are welcome, too!). Class Fee: $5.

Thursday Sept 9, 2014 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM CDT

Topics:

  • Sept 9 – What are our Children Doing in the Digital Age?
  • Oct 14 – The Birds, The Bees, The Talk
  • Nov 11 – Having the Other Talk – Drugs

Join us as Cynthia Garrison, Board Member and Lead Parent Educator, leads us through these great topics and leave with practical tools for tackling them in your home!

Second Tuesday of each month. 9/9, 10/14, and 11/11

(Childcare Not Available)

Sep
20
Sat
Parent’s Date Night
Sep 20 @ 11:00 pm – Sep 21 @ 2:00 am

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

Childcare for $5/child. Chance to WIN Family gift pack. FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card!

“Parent’s Date Night” is 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, 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 relationship and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who submits their Talk Time actions by the Sunday deadline, will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

Parent’s Date Night Childcare is open to all parents and kid, ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot!!! Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the 1st of each month and is for couples with children needing childcare during this month’s Date Night, here at the Center.

Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!. 

Click HERE to register for the Sept “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

Sep
21
Sun
Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Sep 21 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm. Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more!

September meeting topic is “Going to College as an Adult“.  A lot of you have probably heard me go on and on about how to send your kids to college without going into thousands of dollars of student loan debt. But, what about single parents who want to go back to school and earn a degree? How can you go back to school without student loan debt?   Join College Finance Specialist, Shirley White-Stevens, as she teaches us how to pay for our education.

Childcare is only $5.00 per family.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!   Click HERE to register for childcare during September’s Single Side UP! Meeting. 

(Every 3rd Saturday!)

Oct
14
Tue
M.O.M. Talk On the Road! @ Infinite Bounds
Oct 14 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

MomTalkLogoTOPIC: The Birds, The Bees, The Talk

Motivation, Opportunities for parenting tools, Munchies and more! BYO Lunch (and actually dads and grandparents are welcome, too!). Class Fee: $5.

On the Road at Infinite Bounds in Plano!  Thursday Oct 14, 2014 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM CDT

Topics:

  • Sept 9 – What are our Children Doing in the Digital Age?
  • Oct 14 – The Birds, The Bees, The Talk
  • Nov 11 – Having the Other Talk – Drugs

Join us as Cynthia Garrison, Board Member and Lead Parent Educator, leads us through these great topics and leave with practical tools for tackling them in your home!

Second Tuesday of each month. 9/9, 10/14, and 11/11 (Childcare Not Available)

We’re taking M.O.M. Talk on the road!  Join us at a great community location, Infinite Bounds Gymnastics Training Center.

Oct
18
Sat
Parent’s Date Night!
Oct 18 @ 11:00 pm – Oct 19 @ 2:00 am

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

Childcare for $5/child. Chance to WIN Family gift pack. FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card!

“Parent’s Date Night” is 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, 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 relationship and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who submits their Talk Time actions by the Sunday deadline, will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

Parent’s Date Night Childcare is open to all parents and kid, ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-3 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot!!! Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the 1st of each month and is for couples with children needing childcare during this month’s Date Night, here at the Center.

Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!. 

Click HERE to register for the October’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

Oct
19
Sun
Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ This Side Up! Family Center
Oct 19 @ 12:00 am – 1:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm. Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more!

This Month’s Topic: Get Organized!  Ever feel like you’re slowly sinking in a quicksand pool made of toys, clothes, dishes, papers, pets, kids’ schoolwork, etc., etc.? Ever feel like it’ll never get better and you’ll never get it organized? Or if you do get it organized, ever wonder how it could possibly get so bad again so quickly? If you answered yes to any of these questions, congratulations – you’re one of millions of struggling parents going through the exact same thing!!

Single parent Abby Golman is also in this elite group of struggling parents, and through trial and error she has come up with some quick, easy, and surprisingly long-lasting solutions to the chaos. Go from cluttered chaos to peacefully productive.

Childcare is only $5.00 per family (pre-registration is needed to ensure space).

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!   Click HERE to register for childcare during October’s Single Side UP! Meeting. 

(Every 3rd Saturday!)

Oct
25
Sat
No Family Connection Night At TSUFC @ This Side Up! Family Center
Oct 25 @ 11:00 pm – Oct 26 @ 2:00 am

There will not be a Family Connection Night this evening at This Side UP! Family Center.  We are at the Downtown Plano Feastival.  Please come on out and join us!

 

Nov
11
Tue
M.O.M. Talk with Cynthia Garrison! @ This Side Up Family Center
Nov 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

MomTalkLogoTOPIC: Having the Other Talk – Drugs

Motivation, Opportunities for parenting tools, Munchies and more! BYO Lunch (and actually dads and grandparents are welcome, too!). Class Fee: $5.

Tuesday Nov 11, 2014 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM CDT

As a parent, it may be tempting to deny the realities of drug danger and say “Not my child!” But, there is no denying children are strongly influenced by their environment, and drugs and alcohol are definitely a part of the environment in which our children are growing. Join us as we discuss ways to talk with your child about the immediate and permanent dangers of drug and alcohol use.

Join us as Cynthia Garrison, Board Member and Lead Parent Educator, leads us through these great topics and leave with practical tools for tackling them in your home!

Monthly Topics:

  • Sept 9 – What are our Children Doing in the Digital Age?
  • Oct 14 – The Birds, The Bees, The Talk
  • Nov 11 – Having the Other Talk – Drugs

(Childcare Not Available)

Nov
15
Sat
Parent’s Date Night! @ Infinite Bounds
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

Childcare for $5/child. Chance to WIN Family gift pack. FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card!

“Parent’s Date Night” is sponsored by This Side UP! Family Center and AMAZING area restaurants! 6-9pm, third Saturday night every month.

FOR NOVEMBER, PARENT’S DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE WILL BE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER.

Drop your kids off at Infinite Bounds and they will enjoy a FUN evening of games, bingo, and more.  At drop-off, 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 relationship and help move you from surviving to THRIVING! Each couple who submits their Talk Time actions by the Sunday deadline, will be entered to WIN a FAMILY NIGHT OUT Prize Package.

Parent’s Date Night Childcare is open to all parents and kid, ages 0 through 13 years (14 and up can contact us about volunteering). Space is limited in the 0-4 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot!!! Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the 1st of each month and is for couples with children needing childcare during this month’s Date Night, here at the Center.

Every 3rd Saturday from 6-9pm. We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a Night Out!. 

Click HERE to register for the November’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

Nov
16
Sun
Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ Infinite Bounds
Nov 16 @ 1:00 am – 2:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nSingle parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Single Parent Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm – 8:30pm. Join Diane Windsor as she facilitates this support group. We will tackle practical, every-day issues such as …Personal Finances, Feeding your family healthy, Low cost, easy meals, Answers to some legal questions, Co-Parenting, Teaching your kids how to have healthy relationships, and much more! Low cost childcare available.

NOVEMBER MEETING will be OFF-SITE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER   (Upstairs Meeting Room)

This Month’s Topic: Keeping Our Kids Safe!

The best way to protect children from abuse is having positive, open communication with them on an ongoing basis starting when they are young. Children normally don’t speak up if they are being abused but are more likely to if they have a trusted adult who has proactive communication with them already. Ellen White, from the YMCA, will speak to us about protecting our children.

Childcare is only $5.00 per family (pre-registration is needed to ensure space).

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!   Click HERE to register for childcare during November’s Single Side UP! Meeting. 

 

(Every 3rd Saturday!)

Dec
21
Sun
No “Parent’s Date Night” for December @ This Side Up! Family Center
Dec 21 @ 12:00 am – 3:00 am

“Parent’s Date Night” is taking a break in December. But it’ll be on again on January 17th (registration opens Jan 1). Check back then and make a reservation!

No “Single Side Up! Single Parent Group” @ This Side Up! Family Center
Dec 21 @ 1:00 am – 2:30 am

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nThe Single Parent Group meeting is taking a break in December and will resume again on January 17th, 2015.

We hope that you will join us for a great Family Connection Night on December 13th from 6-8:00 pm.  We will play Bingo … plus each family will decorate a gingerbread house together and take them home!  Please check out our calendar event for December 13!

Jan
17
Sat
Parent’s Date Night! @ Infinite Bounds
Jan 17 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

FOR JANUARY, PARENT’S DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE WILL BE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER.

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Cheap Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

PDN Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-4 year old area, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Click HERE to register for January’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Single Parent Group @ Infinite Bounds
Jan 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nJanuary MEETING will be AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER

Join other single parents for encouragement and connection as we start a New Year of Single Side UP! Meetings.   Since it’s the New Year, we’ll do a Dream Big for Your Family exercise AND a lawyer will be here to answer and guide you through any legal issues your dealing with, too.   Start the new year off right by getting refueled and recharged at Single Side UP!

Childcare is only $5.00 per family and pre-registration is needed to ensure space.   REGISTRATION for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!   Click HERE to register for January childcare. 

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!   (Single side Up! meets every odd month on 3rd Saturday (with childcare on site) AND on even months we offer 3rd Saturday childcare for you to enjoy a Single Parent’s Night Out.)

Jan
29
Thu
M.O.M. Talk @ Infinite Bounds
Jan 29 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

MomTalkLogoMotivation.
Opportunities and Parenting tools.
Munchies.

Join us at Infinite Bounds in Plano! Brown bag Parenting Ed lunches. ($5/person)

TOPIC: Mission Statements/Goals/Dreams

Our thriving family value for January is DREAM BIG.

Join us as Cynthia Garrison, Board Member and Lead PISD Parent Educator, leads us through how to make a Family Mission statement and/or dream big for 2015. Leave with practical tools for tackling this in your home!

(Dads, grandparents also invited, of course!)

(Childcare Not Available.)

Feb
21
Sat
Parent’s Date Night
Feb 21 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

PARENT’S DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE WILL BE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER!

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Cheap Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

PDN Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K room, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for February’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Mar
21
Sat
Parent’s Date Night
Mar 21 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

PARENT’S DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE WILL BE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER!

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Cheap Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

PDN Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K room, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for March’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Bi-Monthly Meeting (March) @ Infinite Bounds
Mar 21 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nMarch MEETING will be AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER

TOPIC: Co-Parenting. Don’t you wish your kids came with an instruction book?

It’s so hard to know how to discipline, parent, and if you’re a single parent, you need to learn how to co-parent! Cynthia Garrison (MS, CFLE, CAMS, Certified Family Life Educator/Mediator) is going to share some tips and wisdom on these tough topics. Join other single parents for encouragement and connection!

Childcare pre-registration is needed to ensure space.   REGISTRATION for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Click HERE to register for March childcare. 

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!   (Single Side Up! meets every odd month on 3rd Saturday (with childcare on site) AND on even months we offer 3rd Saturday childcare for you to enjoy a Single Parent’s Night Out.)

Apr
18
Sat
Parent’s Date Night @ Infinite Bounds
Apr 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

PARENT’S DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE WILL BE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER!

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card.  Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

PDN Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K room, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for April’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

May
16
Sat
Parent’s Date Night @ Infinite Bounds
May 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

PARENT’S DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE WILL BE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER!

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

PDN Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K room, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for May’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Bi-Monthly Meeting (May) @ Infinite Bounds
May 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nChildcare for May meeting will be at Infinite Bounds Gymnastics Center, from 6 to 8:30 pm.  The SSU meeting will be 6:30 – 8:00pm  at Market Street on the NW corner of Preston and Park.

TOPIC:  Home Maintenance and Repairs 101

Having to deal with home repairs and maintenance by yourself can be tough!  Whether you rent an apartment or own a house, it’s important to understand the basics.  Holly Kreisner, the owner of Mr. Fix-It Fast, will join us and teach us how to fix some small problems, and prevent the big ones, in our homes!  Join other single parents for encouragement and connection!

Childcare pre-registration is needed to ensure space.   REGISTRATION for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Click HERE to register for May childcare. 

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!   (Single Side Up! meets every odd month on 3rd Saturday (with childcare on site) AND on even months we offer 3rd Saturday childcare for you to enjoy a Single Parent’s Night Out.)

Jun
20
Sat
Parent’s Date Night @ Infinite Bounds
Jun 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

PARENT’S DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE WILL BE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER!

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

PDN Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K room, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for June’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Jul
18
Sat
Parent’s Date Night @ Infinite Bounds
Jul 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Parent's Date NightPARENT’S DATE NIGHT

PARENT’S DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE WILL BE AT INFINITE BOUNDS GYMNASTICS CENTER!

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (Parent’s Date Night Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

PDN Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K room, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for July’s “Parent’s Date Night” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Bi-Monthly Meeting (July) @ Infinite Bounds
Jul 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nChildcare for July’s meeting will be at Infinite Bounds Gymnastics Center, from 6 to 8:30 pm. The SSU meeting will be 6:30 – 8:00pm at Market Street on the NW corner of Preston and Park.

TOPIC: Mid-Year Financial Check-up/Re-set!

Did you set any financial goals at the beginning of the year?  How are you doing?  Join us for a mid-year money check-up and re-set.  We’ll go over budgeting, getting out of debt, the envelope system (our leader’s favorite!) and retirement.  What kind of questions do you have?  We’ll break it down, and make it easy to get on track with your finances.

Join other single parents for encouragement and connection!

Childcare pre-registration is needed to ensure space.  Childcare is provided to those  parents attending this month’s Single Side UP! Parent meeting.   REGISTRATION for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Click HERE to register for July childcare if you are attending the SSU meeting. 

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!   (Single Side Up! meets every odd month on 3rd Saturday (with childcare on site) AND on even months we offer 3rd Saturday childcare for you to enjoy a Single Parent’s Night Out.)

Aug
15
Sat
No “Parent’s Date Night” Tonight
Aug 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Parent's Date Night

Parent’s Date Night is taking a break in August.

We hope you will join This Side UP! Family on August 15th at the Historic Downtown Plano Association’s first ever Chalk-It-Up Art Contest and Movie Night!

This is a FREE Event for the whole family! Your family can enter to win cool prizes by creating your own pavement art! Come watch Professional Chalk Artists do their thing and play chalk games at the TSUF Tent!  Then stay to watch the “UP” Movie on a big, inflatable screen at 8:30pm. Bring your own picnic! Snow Cones, Water and Popcorn available!

Please check our calendar entry “HDPA Chalk It Up AND Movie in the Park! (TSUF Chalk Games Tent!)” for all the details.

We hope to see you there!

Sep
19
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Family Center
Sep 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

CHILDCARE WILL BE AT CHASE OAKS FAMILY CENTER!

 

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for September’s “I Date My Spouse” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Sep
29
Tue
Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Sep 29 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring you this invaluable, empowering Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!

 

Amazing Local Experts will deliver wisdom and practical ideas to equip parents! Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens.

Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075

Social Media 101 (9/29)
Panel Style Education & Discussion on the in’s and out’s of social media and it’s impact on development and self-esteem.
Panelists:
Cynthia Garrison (PISD Lead Parent Educator)
Coach Keisha Howard (Parent&Teen Coach, 2015 Mom’s Choice Award)
JJ McLeod (Youth/Family Pastor at Legacy Church Plano)
Irum Kitty Jones (Chief Technology Officer with VPay and Noxx Media

Click HERE to see the topics and timeline for the rest of the series in October and November!

POW-er Hours are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Oct
6
Tue
Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Oct 6 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring you this invaluable, empowering Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!

 

Amazing Local Experts will deliver wisdom and practical ideas to equip parents! Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens.

Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075

TAG, You’re It (10/6)
Development of the adolescent brain, stress, depression and suicide; learn how to recognize the signs of a young person in psychological distress and how to get appropriate help.
Presented by Vanita Halliburton

Click HERE to see the topics and timeline for the rest of the series in October and November!

POW-er Hours are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Oct
13
Tue
Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Oct 13 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring you this invaluable, empowering Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!

 

Amazing Local Experts will deliver wisdom and practical ideas to equip parents! Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens.

Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075

Communicating Effectively with Your Teen (10/13)
Dr. Jenny Warren from Collin College will share information and answer your questions on effective communication.

Click HERE to see the topics and timeline for the rest of the series in October and November!

POW-er Hours are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Oct
17
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Family Center
Oct 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

CHILDCARE WILL BE AT CHASE OAKS FAMILY CENTER!

 

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for October’s “I Date my Spouse” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Bi-Monthly Meeting (October) @ Chase Oaks Family Center
Oct 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

946225_640358395993439_302332076_nTOPIC –  It’s our very popular Ask a Lawyer event!   An attorney will be present to answer your legal questions!

It’s so hard to know how to discipline, parent, and if you’re a single parent, you need to learn how to co-parent!  Join other single parents for encouragement and connection!

Meeting location this month is the same as the childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1890 K Ave (across Ave K from the Fire Station)
Plano, TX 75074

Childcare pre-registration is needed to ensure space.   REGISTRATION for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Click HERE to register for October childcare. 

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!   (Single Side Up! meets every odd month on 3rd Saturday (with childcare on site) AND on even months we offer 3rd Saturday childcare for you to enjoy a Single Parent’s Night Out.)

Oct
20
Tue
Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Oct 20 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring you this invaluable, empowering Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!

 

Amazing Local Experts will deliver wisdom and practical ideas to equip parents! Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens.

Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075

Healthy Relationships (10/20)
The Family Place will share information on teen relationships, friendships, and dating, and how to address your concerns as a parent.

Click HERE to see the topics and timeline for the rest of the series in October and November!

POW-er Hours are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Oct
27
Tue
Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Oct 27 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring you this invaluable, empowering Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!

 

Amazing Local Experts will deliver wisdom and practical ideas to equip parents! Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens.

Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075

Raising a Strong Teen (10/27)
Learn how to navigate the sometimes challenging teen years and equip yourself with the necessary tools to support their development.

Click HERE to see the topics and timeline for the rest of the series in November!

POW-er Hours are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Nov
3
Tue
Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Nov 3 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring you this invaluable, empowering Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!

 

Amazing Local Experts will deliver wisdom and practical ideas to equip parents! Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens.

Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075

Drugs / Alcohol (11/03)
Panel Style Education & Discussion on current drug and alcohol issues facing our teens and how to communicate effectively to protect and strengthen your child. 

Panelists:
Cynthia Garrison (PISD Lead Parent Educator)
Diane Windsor (Single Side UP! Leader)

Grace Raulson (Collin County Substance Abuse Specialist)
Officer Courtney Pero (Plano Police Officer)

Click HERE to see the topics and timeline for the rest of the series in November!

POW-er Hours are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Nov
10
Tue
Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Nov 10 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring you this invaluable, empowering Fall Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!

 

Amazing Local Experts will deliver wisdom and practical ideas to equip parents! Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens.

Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075

Sex (11/10)
Panel Style Discussion on talking to your tween/teens on this tough, but very important topic.

Panelists:
Cynthia Garrison (PISD Lead Parent Educator)
Jennifer Barker (Director of Programs at CARE Collin County)
Laura Atterstrom, MA (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)

Click HERE to review topics and timeline from the complete series!

POW-er Hours are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Nov
21
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Family Center
Nov 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

CHILDCARE WILL BE AT CHASE OAKS FAMILY CENTER!

 

Every 3rd Saturday! FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.   Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register for November’s “I Date My Spouse” Program. 

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Bi-Monthly Meeting (November) @ Chase Oaks Family Center
Nov 21 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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TOPIC – Co-Parenting During the Holidays

Join us for a discussion with counselor Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS, about co-parenting during the holidays. It’s not always easy to schedule visits that make everyone happy. Cynthia will help figure out what’s best for both parents and the kids

Meeting location this month is the same as the childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1890 K Ave (across Ave K from the Fire Station)
Plano, TX 75074

Childcare pre-registration is needed to ensure space.   REGISTRATION for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Click HERE to register for November childcare. 

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!   (Single Side Up! meets every odd month on 3rd Saturday (with childcare on site) AND on even months we offer 3rd Saturday childcare for you to enjoy a Single Parent’s Night Out.)

Jan
12
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Jan 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2016!!


During January – May, second Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075.   Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens!

01/12 Topic – Social Media / Technology 101
Education and discussion on the “ins and outs” of the most popular teen social media sites plus ideas for establishing social media and cell phone boundaries with your child.

Click
 HERE to review topics and timeline from the complete series!

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Jan
15
Fri
I Date My Spouse @ Oak Point Recreation Center
Jan 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

Please note the key changes to this month’s program:
1.  Day / Date change to Friday evening, January 15th
2.  Childcare will be at Oak Point Recreation Center, 6000 Jupiter Rd, Plano, 75074
3.  We do not have access to a nursery so childcare for January will be for our 2 older groupings, I’m a Big Kid Now and School House Rocks.  (All children must be potty trained)

Space is limited in the pre-K room, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click Here to register for childcare!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Meeting (January) @ Oak Point Recreation Center
Jan 15 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

This Month Topic – Budgeting

Please note the key changes to this month’s program:
1.  Day / Date change to Friday evening, January 15th
2.  The meeting and childcare will be at Oak Point Recreation Center, 6000 Jupiter Rd, Plano, 75074
3.  We do not have access to a nursery so childcare for January will be for our 2 older groupings, I’m a Big Kid Now and School House Rocks.  (All children must be potty trained)

REGISTRATION for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is needed to ensure space.   

Click Here to register for childcare!

(Single Side UP! meetings are held on the 3rd Saturday of the month (with childcare).  For months that do not have a meeting, we offer 3rd Saturday childcare for you to enjoy a Single Parent’s Night Out.)

Feb
9
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Feb 9 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2016!!


During January – May, second Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075.   Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens!

02/09 Topic – Dating and Relationships
Dating and Relationships – how to navigate difficult conversations and what you need to be aware of to protect and empower your teen.

Click
 HERE to review topics and timeline from the complete series!

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Feb
19
Fri
I Date My Spouse @ Oak Point Recreation Center
Feb 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

Please note the key changes to this month’s program:
1.  Day / Date change to Friday, February 19th
2.  Childcare will be at Oak Point Recreation Center, 6000 Jupiter Rd, Plano, 75074
3.  We do not have access to a nursery so childcare will be for our 2 older groupings, I’m a Big Kid Now and School House Rocks.  (All children must be potty trained)

Space is limited in the pre-K room, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click Here to register for childcare!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Meeting (February) @ Oak Point Recreation Center
Feb 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Ask a Lawyer

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Please note the key changes to this month’s program:
1.  Day / Date change to Friday, February 19th
2.  The meeting and childcare will be at Oak Point Recreation Center, 6000 Jupiter Rd, Plano, 75074
3.  We do not have access to a nursery so childcare will be for our 2 older groupings, I’m a Big Kid Now and School House Rocks.  (All children must be potty trained)

REGISTRATION for childcare and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is needed to ensure space.   

Click Here to register for childcare!

Mar
8
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Mar 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2016!!


During January – May, second Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075.   Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens!

03/08 Topic – Drugs/Alcohol
Education and Discussion on current drug and alcohol issues facing our teens and how to communicate effectively to protect and strengthen your child.

Presenters: Jennifer Barker, Director of Programs at CARE Collin County and former PISD Senior High Substance Abuse Counselor AND Diane Windsor, Single Side Up Leader and experienced parent.

Click
 HERE to review topics and timeline from the complete series!

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Mar
19
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Mar 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click Here to register for childcare!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Meeting (March) @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Mar 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Saving for Retirement

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!  From group meetings to nights out on your own to clothing giveaways and more, SSU is here to equip and encourage you on your single parenting journey!!!

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.   Childcare is provided onsite as space is available.  REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is recommended to ensure space for your child.

Click Here to register for childcare!

 

Apr
12
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Apr 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2016!!


During January – May, second Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075.   Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens!

04/12 Topic – Bullying (Online and Offline!)
Prevent and Identify bullying in your child’s life, both online and offline.  Learn how to teach your child to come to you with concerns early and fast.

Click
 HERE to review topics and timeline from the complete series!

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Apr
16
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Apr 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in all our rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click Here to register for childcare!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

May
10
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
May 10 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2016!!


During January – May, second Tuesdays from 7-8pm at Haggard Public Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, Texas 75075.   Leave ready to Connect with your Tweens and Teens!

05/10 Topic – Family Conflict and Communications Strategies
Learn how to address family conflict in a healthy way and how to grow closer to your teen through the conflict you are experiencing.

Click
 HERE to review topics and timeline from the complete series!

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Don’t miss this incredible Tween/Teen Parenting POWER HOUR Series!!  Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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May
21
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
May 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in all our rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Meeting (May) @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
May 21 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Ask a Lawyer

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!  From group meetings to nights out on your own to clothing giveaways and more, SSU is here to equip and encourage you on your single parenting journey!!!

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.  Childcare is provided onsite as space is available.  REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register for childcare! 

Jun
11
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Jun 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in all our childcare rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register!

Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

 

Single Side Up! Meeting (June) @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Jun 11 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Estate Planning and Wills

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!  From group meetings to nights out on your own to clothing giveaways and more, SSU is here to equip and encourage you on your single parenting journey!!!

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.  

Space is limited in all our childcare rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register!

Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Jul
12
Tue
Free Parent Coaching! @ TSUF Operations Office
Jul 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

TSUF PE HandDo you have a parenting issue you’re struggling with?

We want to help!
Come in for free expert advice! 

 

Power UP! Your Parenting:
Connect for FREE one-on-one time with our amazing TSUF Certified Parent Educator, Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS

Summer can be a stressful time for parents! So… This Side UP! Family is offering FREE 30 minute POWER UP! COACHING SESSIONS at our East Plano Operations Office on the following dates and times.

  • Tuesday evenings on 7/12 and 7/19 from 6:30-8:30pm
  • Sat 8/6 from 10am-noon

Each child is different and each parent is unique. Share your struggles or questions and our Certified Parenting Coach will help you strategize a results-based approach to initiate in your home immediately!

First-come, first serve. Helpful resources provided during session, too! Spots are limited so only sign up if you are committed to keeping your appointment!

Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute session!

Jul
16
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Jul 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in all our childcare rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register!

Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

 

Jul
19
Tue
Free Parent Coaching! @ TSUF Operations Office
Jul 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

TSUF PE HandDo you have a parenting issue you’re struggling with?

We want to help!
Come in for free expert advice! 

 

Power UP! Your Parenting:
Connect for FREE one-on-one time with our amazing TSUF Certified Parent Educator, Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS

Summer can be a stressful time for parents! So… This Side UP! Family is offering FREE 30 minute POWER UP! COACHING SESSIONS at our East Plano Operations Office on the following dates and times.

  • Tuesday evenings on 7/12 and 7/19 from 6:30-8:30pm
  • Sat 8/6 from 10am-noon

Each child is different and each parent is unique. Share your struggles or questions and our Certified Parenting Coach will help you strategize a results-based approach to initiate in your home immediately!

First-come, first serve. Helpful resources provided during session, too! Spots are limited so only sign up if you are committed to keeping your appointment!

Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute session!

Aug
6
Sat
Free Parent Coaching! @ TSUF Operations Office
Aug 6 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

TSUF PE HandDo you have a parenting issue you’re struggling with?

We want to help!
Come in for free expert advice! 

 

Power UP! Your Parenting:
Connect for FREE one-on-one time with our amazing TSUF Certified Parent Educator, Cynthia Garrison, MS, CFLE, CAMS

Summer can be a stressful time for parents! So… This Side UP! Family is offering FREE 30 minute POWER UP! COACHING SESSIONS at our East Plano Operations Office on the following dates and times.

  • Tuesday evenings on 7/12 and 7/19 from 6:30-8:30pm
  • Sat 8/6 from 10am-noon

Each child is different and each parent is unique. Share your struggles or questions and our Certified Parenting Coach will help you strategize a results-based approach to initiate in your home immediately!

First-come, first serve. Helpful resources provided during session, too! Spots are limited so only sign up if you are committed to keeping your appointment!

Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute session!

Sep
17
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Sep 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

 

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in all our childcare rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.  REGISTRATION starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register!

Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Meeting (September) @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Sep 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Starting a Side Business

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!  From group meetings to nights out on your own to clothing giveaways and more, SSU is here to equip and encourage you on your single parenting journey!!!

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.  

Space is limited in all our childcare rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.  REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register!

Meeting and Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Sep
20
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Sep 20 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting Ed

This Side UP! Family
Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Fall 2016!!

 


This Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an invaluable, empowering Parenting POWER HOUR Series in Fall 2016!!

Informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

9/20 TOPIC – AVOID HELICOPTER HOMEWORKING AND DEVELOP GREAT STUDY HABITS!
Come hear Lead PISD Parent Educator, Cynthia Garrison and PISD Assistant Principal Karma Cunningham share from their combined 34 years of expertise dealing with parent/child relationships on this important topic! Leave equipped to have a less stressful yet more productive year in the topic of Homework and building great study habits into your kids!!!

Coming UP!:
10/18 – Drugs, Drinking and Other Current Trends
11/15 – Boundary Battles and Control Issues
12/13 – Social Media 101 and How to Connect via Technology

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community. Water and Light Snacks Provided. We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.

Following each Power Hour, there will be FREE 30-minute Parent Coaching Sessions from 7:45-8:45 pm.  Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute coaching session for 9/20! (General Attendees do not need to pre-register!)

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Oct
15
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Oct 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Oct
18
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Oct 18 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Fall 2016!!


This Side UP! Family and the Plano Public Library system are partnering up once again to bring you informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

Topic for 10/18 – Drugs, Drinking and Other Current Trends
Join us as Plano Police Officer Sergeant Terry Holway, Cynthia Garrison, Lead PISD Parent Educator, AND Irene Little, Founder of Access Counseling in Plano provide great insight into what our kids are dealing with and how to keep communication strong on this topic!  Leave equipped and empowered! 

Remaining Series Topics:
11/15 – Boundary Battles and Control Issues
12/13 – Social Media 101 and How to Connect via Technology

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.

Following each Power Hour, there will be FREE 30-minute Parent Coaching Sessions from 7:45-8:45 pm.   Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute coaching session for 10/18!  (General Attendees do not need to pre-register!)

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Nov
15
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Nov 15 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Fall 2016!!


This Side UP! Family and the Plano Public Library system are partnering up once again to bring you informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

9/20 – Avoid Helicopter Homeworking & Build Great Study Habits
10/18 – Drugs, Drinking and Other Current Trends
11/15 – Boundary Battles and Control Issues
12/13 – Social Media 101 and How to Connect via Technology

Come hear Lead PISD Parent Educator, Cynthia Garrison and PISD Assistant Principal Karma Cunningham share from their combined 34 years of expertise dealing with parent/child relationships on this important topic! Leave equipped to have a less stressful yet more productive action plan in coping with Boundary Battles and Control Issues.

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Following each Power Hour, there will be FREE 30-minute Parent Coaching Sessions from 7:45-8:45 pm.   This Free Parent Coaching is ONLY available to parents who also attend that evening’s Power Hour from 6:30 – 7:30pm.  Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute coaching session for 11/15.

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Nov
19
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Nov 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Meeting (November) @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Nov 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – How to Choose the Right Attorney for YOU

Join other single parents for encouragement and connection! This month, we’re going to change things up a little bit.  We want to hear your stories about how the legal process has been for you.  Was it easy or hard?  Fairly inexpensive, or ridiculously pricey?  Did you work with an attorney that you like, or did you feel that they did not look out for your best interests?

Let’s have a discussion and learn from each other!  Our Estate Planning Attorney, Lisa Sharp, will be with us to help answer some questions.  She used to be a Family Law Attorney, and she has a lot of great information.

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.  Childcare is provided onsite as space is available for single parents attending the meeting.  REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register for childcare!

Meeting and Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Dec
13
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Dec 13 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Fall 2016!!


This Side UP! Family and the Plano Public Library system are partnering up once again to bring you informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

9/20 – Avoid Helicopter Homeworking & Build Great Study Habits
10/18 – Drugs, Drinking and Other Current Trends
11/15 – Boundary Battles and Control Issues
12/13 – Social Media 101 and How to Connect via Technology

Join us as Irum Jones, Managing Partner at Electrician on Call and Chief Strategist at Noxx Media Group, shares her Social Media expertise from years of experience and working on her first book, Social Media for All Stages and Ages.  You will not want to miss hearing her 101 tips and how best to connect with your child using today’s technology.

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Jan
17
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Jan 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2017


This Side UP! Family and the Plano Public Library system are partnering up once again to bring you informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

1/17 – Allowances: Effective Guideline
2/21 – Internet Safety and Sexting
3/21 – “She Hit Me First!” Sibling Rivalry
4/18 – Are We Born That Way? Understanding Temperament
5/18 – When Nagging Doesn’t Work: Effective Positive Discipline

Money… what an emotionally charged topic. We all need guidance on what to give, when to give and for what we should pay. Join us as Lead PISD Parent Educator, Cynthia Garrison, and Single Side Up! Leader and experienced parent, Diane Windsor, discuss this challenging topic and give assistance on how to navigate this parent responsibility.

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Following each Power Hour, there will be FREE 30-minute Parent Coaching Sessions from 7:45-8:45 pm.   This Free Parent Coaching is ONLY available to parents who also attend that evening’s Power Hour from 6:30 – 7:30pm.   Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute coaching session for 1/17!

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Jan
21
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Jan 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Meeting (January) @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Jan 21 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Teaching Your Kids About Money

We know we need to teach our kiddos about money, but how do we do it?  What do we share?  What do we hold back?

Join other single parents for encouragement and connection! Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being! 

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.  Childcare is provided onsite as space is available for single parents attending the meeting.  REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register for childcare!

Meeting and Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Feb
18
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Feb 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Single Side Up! Meeting (February) @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Feb 18 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Love Languages and Q/A with Certified Family Life Educator

Join us as we welcome Cynthia Garrison, a certified family life educator, licensed social worker and TSUF board member.  She will give a presentation on Love Languages, and answer your questions about family relationship topics.

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.  Childcare is provided onsite as space is available for single parents attending the meeting.  REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register for childcare!

Meeting and Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!  Join other single parents for encouragement and connection!

Feb
21
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Feb 21 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2017


This Side UP! Family and the Plano Public Library system are partnering up once again to bring you informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

1/17 – Allowances: Effective Guideline
2/21 – Internet Safety and Sexting
3/21 – “She Hit Me First!” Sibling Rivalry
4/18 – Are We Born That Way? Understanding Temperament
5/18 – When Nagging Doesn’t Work: Effective Positive Discipline

 

Children today are very technology savvy, but they do not always comprehend the safety risks associated with their Internet and social media activities.  Join us as we welcome Marisa Miller, Assistant US Attorney, US Justice Department.  AUSA Miller is the Project Safe Childhood Coordinator for the Eastern District of Texas, responsible for the coordination of all of the district’s prosecution of crimes against children and human trafficking.  Her years of experience and wealth of knowledge will teach you ways to protect and keep your children safe, because technology is not going away.

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Following each Power Hour, there will be FREE 30-minute Parent Coaching Sessions from 7:45-8:45 pm.   This Free Parent Coaching is ONLY available to parents who also attend that evening’s Power Hour from 6:30 – 7:30pm.   Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute coaching session for 2/21!

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Mar
11
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Mar 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

FREE Dinner for 2 Gift Card. Childcare. Talk Time Card to enrich your relationship! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare.)

I Date My Spouse Childcare is open to all parents and kids!!!  Kids… ages 0 through 13 years.

Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!

Click HERE to register!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Single Side Up! Meeting @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
Mar 11 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Ask an Lawyer

We welcome Family Law Attorney, Camille Borg to our March single parents’ meeting.  She will be happy to answer your family law questions, and also help with pointers on how to choose the right attorney for you.

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.  Childcare is provided onsite as space is available for single parents attending the meeting.  REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE to register for childcare!

Meeting and Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Join other single parents for encouragement and connection! Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being! 

Mar
21
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Mar 21 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2017


This Side UP! Family and the Plano Public Library system are partnering up once again to bring you informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

1/17 – Allowances: Effective Guideline
2/21 – Internet Safety and Sexting
3/21 – “She Hit Me First!” Sibling Rivalry
4/18 – Are We Born That Way? Understanding Temperament
5/18 – When Nagging Doesn’t Work: Effective Positive Discipline

What an annoying behavior for parents. But, it is normal for children to argue and fight.  Join us as we welcome Cynthia Garrison, a certified family life educator, licensed social worker and TSUF board member as she helps us better understand the growth of social and conflict resolution skills as well as creating a win-win situation in the charged atmosphere of homes with more than one child.

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Following each Power Hour, there will be FREE 30-minute Parent Coaching Sessions from 7:45-8:45 pm.   This Free Parent Coaching is ONLY available to parents who also attend that evening’s Power Hour from 6:30 – 7:30pm.   Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute coaching session for 3/21!

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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Apr
8
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Sci-Tech Discovery Center
Apr 8 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

Sci-Tech and This Side UP! Family have joined forces in a BUILD UP! Strong Families Partnership! 

 

Build Up your Marriage AND your Family!

April’s “I Date My Spouse! Marriage Enrichment Night” is hitting the road and travelling to Sci-Tech Discovery Center in Frisco for a super, fun evening for your kids PLUS an added Family “Build Up” Activity for your whole family too!

Families should arrive at 5:30 to kick off the evening with a fun, creative Family Build UP Activity! This month value is THRIVING FAMILIES MAKE MEALTIME A PRIORITY and Sci-Tech’s Makerspace Team will lead your family in making a Cutting Board that you’ll get to take home!

Once you’ve completed the Family “Build Up” Time together, it’ll be time to Date Your Spouse! You’ll head out for a dinner date in the Frisco area. Complete with restaurant gift card and a Talk Time Card with fun “date-work” to enrich your marriage! (I Date My Spouse Gift Card quantities ARE first come, first serve when signing up for childcare, ages 0 through 13 years.)

Kids will enjoy an evening of play and fun in Sci-Tech’s wonderful discovery center. They’ll have a blast at the center with free play interjected with a focused science-based activity around this month’s Family Value (Thriving Families Make Mealtime a Priority!).

We’ll even send you home with a Family Tool that will continue to elevate this month’s value in your home!

Space is limited in the Birth – Pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and starts at 12:01am on March 19th!

Click HERE to register for this terrific evening that will Build UP both your marriage and your family!!

 

Apr
18
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
Apr 18 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2017


This Side UP! Family and the Plano Public Library system are partnering up once again to bring you informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

1/17 – Allowances: Effective Guideline
2/21 – Internet Safety and Sexting
3/21 – “She Hit Me First!” Sibling Rivalry
4/18 – Are We Born That Way? Understanding Temperament
5/18 – When Nagging Doesn’t Work: Effective Positive Discipline

Using Thomas and Chess’ three different types of temperament: Easy, Slow to Warm and Difficult, Cynthia Garrison, certified family life educator, licensed social worker, and TSUF board member, will help us understand the different personalities and how to use parenting strategies for each to create a harmonious family.

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.   Water and Light Snacks Provided.   (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Following each Power Hour, there will be FREE 30-minute Parent Coaching Sessions from 7:45-8:45 pm.   This Free Parent Coaching is ONLY available to parents who also attend that evening’s Power Hour from 6:30 – 7:30pm.   Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute coaching session for 4/18!

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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May
16
Tue
Parenting POWER HOUR Series!! @ Haggard Public Library
May 16 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Parenting EdThis Side UP! Family has partnered with Plano Public Library System to bring an
invaluable, empowering 

Parenting POWER HOUR Series
Spring 2017


This Side UP! Family and the Plano Public Library system are partnering up once again to bring you informative panel-style discussions with amazing Parenting Experts who will equip and empower parents of Elementary through High School Age Kids on the following topics:

1/17 – Allowances: Effective Guideline
2/21 – Internet Safety and Sexting
3/21 – “She Hit Me First!” Sibling Rivalry
4/18 – Are We Born That Way? Understanding Temperament
5/16 – When Nagging Doesn’t Work: Effective Positive Discipline

Discipline is not easy, even for the experienced parents. Our certified Family Life  Educator, Cynthia Garrison will include discussion on effective positive discipline strategies, strategies which don’t work and the wisdom to know the difference.

POWER HOURS are FREE to the community.    (We’ll send you home with additional resources on each particular parenting topic, too.)

Following each Power Hour, there will be FREE 30-minute Parent Coaching Sessions from 7:45-8:45 pm.   This Free Parent Coaching is ONLY available to parents who also attend that evening’s Power Hour from 6:30 – 7:30pm.   Click HERE to reserve your 30 minute coaching session for 5/16!

Hosted in partnership with Plano Public Library System.

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May
20
Sat
I Date My Spouse @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
May 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

IDMSI DATE MY SPOUSE!

I Date My Spouse is open to all couples and their children… children ages 0 through 13 years.

 

Registration opens at 12:01am, on the 1st of each month. Participants are couples focusing on marriage strengthening while their children are in childcare.  All couples are provided a Talk Time Card for intentional discussion during their date.

New Dinner Card Process:
Some couples receive Dinner for 2 Gift Cards; quantities are limited and are first come, first serve based on registration time stamp.  You will receive a separate email notifying you if you have received a dinner card (one week before the date night). No-shows are ineligible for gift card in future month!

Space is limited in the 0-pre-K rooms, so sign up early to ensure your spot.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Click HERE to register!

We get to have a blast with your kids while you enjoy a much-needed, purposeful Night Out!

Single Side Up! Meeting @ Chase Oaks Church Family Center
May 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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This Month’s Topic – Deep Dive Into What a Credit Score Is

Is your credit score high or low, good or bad?  What does that even mean?  What does it effect?  How can you improve it?

For this informative event, we’ll welcome financial expert Mark Ernst, who will teach us everything we ever wanted to know about our credit score, and more!

This month’s Single Side UP! meeting is held at Chase Oaks Family Center.  Childcare is provided onsite as space is available for single parents attending the meeting.  

REGISTRATION for childcare starts at 12:01am on the first of each month!  Childcare pre-registration is REQUIRED to ensure space for your child.

Click HERE for childcare registration! 

Meeting and Childcare location:
Chase Oaks Family Center
1896 K Avenue, Suite #200
Plano, TX 75074
(building is behind the Advance Auto Parts store)

Join other single parents for encouragement and connection! Single parenting has many challenges. Connecting with other single parents is important to both your parenting success & your personal well-being!

Taking families SURVIVING to THRIVING!