Throughout the year, PPAL will host exciting events throughout the state. Look in our Calendar of Events to find topical speakers, local authors and other fun events to attend and enjoy.
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Discussion with acclaimed memorist Mimi Baird, author of “He Wanted the Moon”When – September 22, 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Ms. Baird’s father was a mid-century doctor whose own “unvarnished account” of his descent into madness is recounted by his daughter’s attempt to piece his life together and make sense of her own. Join us for breakfast and conversation |
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Discussion with acclaimed memorist Mimi Baird, author of “He Wanted the Moon”When – September 22, 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Ms. Baird’s father was a mid-century doctor whose own “unvarnished account” of his descent into madness is recounted by his daughter’s attempt to piece his life together and make sense of her own. Join us for breakfast and conversation |
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Youth Move Rock n ShockWhen – October |
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Adoption JourneysWhen – November 3, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. |
A Conversation with Ross Greene, Ph.D.When – December 14, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Author Ross Greene is a clinical child psychologist and the author of the books “The Explosive Child” and “Lost at School.” |
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A Conversation with DMH Commissioner Joan MikulaWhen – January 12, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This will be your opportunity to share the insights and ideas you have formed based on your direct experience in working with families. |
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National Education for Assistance Dog ServicesWhen – March 29, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Learn what service dogs are capable of and the many ways they help kids and adults. Meet a service dog and a therapist who uses the dog as part of his practice. |
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“Witness to the Dark: My Daughter’s Troubled Times.
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Mental Health and Cultural PerspectivesWhen – April 14, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Joy Richmond-Smith from Children’s Friend and Family Services |
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PPAL’s 6th Annual Conference and CelebrationWhen – May 27, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Join parents and professionals to hear from Chrisa Hickey, author of the blog The Mind Storm, and attend a variety of workshops. |
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Yoga & Mindfulness for Mental HealthWhen – June 20, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. |
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An Interactive Workshop on Children’s Mental Health in the Asian CommunityWhen – July 22, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. |
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“Witness to the Dark: My Daughter’s Troubled Times.
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