BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//My Southwest Michigan Business Directory - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://myswmi.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for My Southwest Michigan Business Directory REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T203000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232258Z UID:35730-1619119800-1619123400@myswmi.com SUMMARY:A Meditation Roadmap for Living Wisely - online class (live & recorded) DESCRIPTION:Thursdays 7:30pm – 8:30pm EASTERN | with Kadampa teacher Dave MurphyStreamed live\, and available for 72 hours after (must register before)$12 | Register here: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Thursday-Evening-Drop-In-Class \n— \nFor generations\, meditators have used Buddhist wisdom and meditation to guide their life in a meaningful direction. Discover a life less ordinary\, full of purpose\, altruism and personal freedom. \nEach week we focus on a different meditation theme\, and the class itself includes a practical teaching and guided meditation. No previous experience is necessary; absolutely everyone is welcome. \n— \nApril 1: A Life of Spiritual SuccessApril 8: Shattering the Painful Myths of our BodyApril 15: Special Talk & Meditation for Buddha’s Enlightenment Day\, 6:30-7:15pmApril 22: Stopping Self-Defeating Thoughts with Wisdom 29: Letting Go of our Painful Identities with Wisdom \nBuddhism | Buddhist URL:https://myswmi.com/event/a-meditation-roadmap-for-living-wisely-online-class-live-recorded/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495294888-RFjo71.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T193000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T195438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T200626Z UID:35454-1619116200-1619119800@myswmi.com SUMMARY:How to Achieve Small Business Success DESCRIPTION:A virtual webinar geared toward Lansing entrepreneurs and small business owners to talk about financing opportunities & technical assistance\n\n\nQuestions this event will cover:\n \n• What services & programs does Michigan Women Forward provide for entrepreneurs?\n \n• What documents are needed to apply for a loan at Michigan Women Forward?\n \n• What are the details of the MWF microloan? (terms and amounts)\n \n• How can I access resources that will help me with creating a business plan?\n \n• How can I gain an understanding of basic accounting and bookkeeping? URL:https://myswmi.com/event/how-to-achieve-small-business-success/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/63a58dabfd5803ca996a5717a35070b4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T213000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T201105Z UID:35507-1619114400-1619127000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Michigan Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course: Live on Zoom! DESCRIPTION:Michigan Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course: LIVE through Zoom URL:https://myswmi.com/event/michigan-real-estate-pre-licensing-course-live-on-zoom-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/c6956a653c97dc7af47b33ca254b4502.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T200000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T201824Z UID:35532-1619112600-1619121600@myswmi.com SUMMARY:EARTH DAY with The Botanic Garden DESCRIPTION:We’re celebrating Earth Day with a double event lineup! Learn about Refreshing Your Landscape and get a how-to on Earth Friendly Gardening.\n\n\nIn celebration of Earth Day 2021\, we’re pleased to offer a double feature — 2 presentations for the price of 1! (Or both FREE for our Garden Members!) By reserving your ticket here\, you will gain access to both events. Join us for one or both of these exciting Earth Day offerings. Read more about them below! \n \n5:30 pm: Refreshing Your Landscape with Dr. Bob Schutzki \nAlong with the promise of warmer weather\, spring marks the official beginning of gardening season. It’s the time to remove the impact of winter on our plants and get our gardens and landscape beds ready for the growing season. In this online webinar\, Dr. Schutzki (Michigan State University Department of Horticulture) will review everything you’ll need for your springtime garden and landscape prep. \n \n*30 minute break between sessions* \n \n7:00 pm: Earth Friendly Gardening with Jeanine Rubert of Pine Hill Nursery \nIn this live Zoom event\, Jeanine Rubert (co-owner of Pine Hill Nursery & Pine Hill Village Garden) will talk about the easy things we can all do to create an eco-friendly garden and how to practice sustainable gardening. Jeanine’s presentation will be followed by a Q&A session\, so bring your questions! URL:https://myswmi.com/event/earth-day-with-the-botanic-garden/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/57e8ecd24ae21c099b754c1d2cd05491.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T190000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210416T080536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T094959Z UID:35871-1619110800-1619118000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Springdale. 5 00 DESCRIPTION:Springdale URL:https://myswmi.com/event/springdale-5-10/ LOCATION:Springdale Golf Course\, 316 Strathmore Rd\, Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, 48304\, us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T201825Z UID:35566-1619082000-1619110800@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Online Lifeguarding Classes in Michigan DESCRIPTION:Lifeguarding Classes LLC is offering an Online Lifeguard Course with Remote Skills Checks in Michigan. URL:https://myswmi.com/event/online-lifeguarding-classes-in-michigan-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/1c1de47f5f5fbe137a77b6b7306898bf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T163000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T202130Z UID:35597-1619082000-1619109000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:VETERAN EMPLOYMENT SUCCESS ALLIED SUMMIT AND VIRTUAL JOB FAIR DESCRIPTION:Veteran Job Fair and Employer Summit\n\n\nVeterans Job Fair and Employer Success Summit\n(The Event will be two parts. ) \nVeteran Job Fair\n9:00-11:00 AM \nThe morning will begin be a Virtual Veteran Job Fair focus on Veterans. \n Veterans would you like to connect with Employers in West Michigan for potential employment opportunities? Are you currently underemployed and looking for a career change? Register for the Virtual Veterans Job Fair that will be held from 9:00AM – 11:00AM online with over 20 employers that are currently seeking to fill open positions. Veterans will have an opportunity to meet privately with employers to discuss employment opportunities.” \n \nEmployer Summit\nThe afternoon session will focus on education for Employers about Veterans and how they can can increase successful employment for Veterans and transitioning military. \nSHRM Professional Development \nThere will be four sessions during this event. Each session is worth one Professional Development Credit (PDC). \n4 PDC for the event. \nAgenda\n12:00 pm – 12:05 pm Welcome \n12:05 pm – 12:50 pm Veteran Employee Association Panel \nThe Veteran Employee Associations assist employers in creating a positive environment to better understand the military mind-set and help Veteran’s transitioning into the civilian workplace better understand their work environment. The panel will allow employers to establish collaboration between employers and Veteran employees. \nPanelist – Brandi McBride\, Talent Acquisition Consultant\, SpartanNash \nBrandi McBride is a Talent Acquisition Consultant for SpartanNash in Byron Center\, recruiting for military distribution roles in a few different states. She also leads the company’s military outreach and hiring efforts and Chairs the company associate resource group for veterans. She has a diverse background in veteran employment initiatives\, talent acquisition\, food service\, executive support\, and event planning. Prior to her corporate role at SpartanNash\, Brandi hired a manufacturing team and created an HR department for a start-up business in Grand Rapids\, MOVE Systems. Brandi is also familiar with the non-profit world\, as the Veteran Employment Manager at Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids and the Veteran Employment Project Manager at TALENT 2025 before that. Brandi is also a decorated combat veteran\, winning Officer of the Year five times during her 8 years in the Air Force in North Carolina\, Virginia\, and Germany. She completed an overseas tour in the United Arab Emirates in 2004 and a combat tour as a Combat Support and Mortuary Commander in Iraq in 2005. She is originally from Texas and earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Baylor University where she was a Distinguished Graduate from the ROTC program. Brandi founded the Grand Rapids Chapter for Team Red\, White and Blue (RWB) in 2014\, where she was the Team Captain for 2 years. She was appointed by the Governor of Michigan and served on the Michigan Veteran Emergency Trust Fund Board from 2016-2018 and has served on the Armed Forces Thanksgiving Committee since its first year in 2016. Brandi has been involved with the West Michigan Veteran’s Coalition since 2012 and took over as Chairperson in 2019 \nPanelist – Jason Bos\, Davenport University Representative \nJason Bos\, speaking on behalf of our Veteran graduates entering into the workplace. Specifically\, the challenges Veterans face (from a recent graduate perspective) when entering into the workforce. \nJason Bos served in the U.S. Army as a Military Police Officer and Canine Handler for more than 8 years. He served overseas for 3 years in both hostile and combat related countries. After retiring from the U.S. Army as a Staff Sergeant (E-6) due to a service related injury\, he attended Davenport University and earned a BBA in Management. Jason is currently finishing a Master’s Degree in Management. \n As a Partnership Manager of Military & College of Business at Davenport University\, Jason supports all DU campuses to increase enrollment. In his role\, Jason works with all military students and he assists with educational benefits and military service transcripts. \nOther Presenters TBD \n1:00 pm – 1:50 pm Understanding Culture to Promote Inclusion (including Veterans) \nTo get workplace diversity and inclusion right\, you need to build a culture where everyone feels valued and heard. How can you make diversity and inclusion a personal priority? Being able to identify our differences and look for what unites us\, equips individuals and leaders for more rich and dynamic interactions. When it comes to fostering diversity & inclusion (D&I) in the workplace\, campaigns for hiring veterans are an absolute must-have. When employees who are different from their colleagues flourish\, the company benefits from their ideas\, skills and engagement. Learn to demonstrate a deeper curiosity for the culture around you. \nFacilitator\, Kinita Schripsema\, CEO of Seema Global Consulting\, LLC \nKinita is an experienced facilitator and coach with expertise in leadership development\, cultural education\, and transformational coaching both in the USA and overseas. Kinita’s desire to promote inclusion and encourage\, equip\, and empower individuals to grow and build diverse communities allows her to passionately teach and coach others. Kinita is Founder and CEO of Seema Global Consulting\, LLC. In addition\, she is a motivational speaker\, cultural consultant\, published author\, and a Professional Facilitator for Davenport University Institute of Professional Excellence. \n2:00 pm – 2:50 pm Supporting Veterans with Emotional Intelligence \nVeterans’ transitions from the military to the civilian workforce is not always seamless. Learn more about Emotional intelligence (EQ) and why EQ is an important professional survival tool for a veteran to develop to relieve stress\, communicate effectively\, empathize with others\, overcome challenges\, and defuse conflict. Empower your veteran employees to make stable decisions and get results through effective communication by managing emotions. \nFacilitator: Kevin Jurek\, Owner\, Organizational Improvement Solutions \nKevin Jurek is the owner of Organizational Improvement Solutions in Rockford\, MI. He has been in the training/development field for more than 15 years. During that time\, he has led large-scale projects to develop leadership competency models and the curriculum and programs to support them. His programs have been delivered throughout the U.S. and Canada. Kevin’s training specialties include communication skills\, problem solving skills\, change management\, servant leadership\, organizational culture identification/development\, and team dynamics. Kevin is a nationally certified facilitator for many of the major training organizations in America. \n3:00 pm – 3:50 pm Military Culture Awareness and Suicide Prevention \nVeterans do not live\, work\, and serve in isolation. The issue of suicide in the U.S. also affects the Veteran population. Many Veterans don’t show any signs. In honoring the men and women who are America’s Veterans\, we need to understand the military culture and learn more about potential experiences with suicidal thoughts and behaviors\, treatment options\, self-help tools\, and resources to help Veterans reconnect and find hope. \nFacilitators: Lindsey Cord\, Suicide Prevention Coordinator\, Battle Creek VA Medical Center & Leslie Elliott\, Senior HR Business Partner\, Davenport University \nLindsey Cord\, LMSW\, BCD \nLindsey Cord is Board Certified Clinical Social Worker and currently employed as a Suicide Prevention Coordinator with the Battle Creek VA Medical Center. She graduated with her Master’s in Social Work from Western Michigan University in 2008. She has a multitude of experience with providing clinical assessment\, evidenced based mental health treatment and performing crisis interventions with individuals of all ages. She also has significant experience with providing clinical consultation and training for multi-disciplinary staff. Since 2015\, Lindsey has been a part of the Suicide Prevention Team with the Battle Creek VA and works directly with Veterans who have been identified to be at an elevated risk for suicide. A large part of her role is to provide Suicide Prevention Gate Keeper training\, while building and maintaining partnerships in the community. Lindsey also serves in the Michigan Army National Guard as a Behavioral Health Officer within the 177th Military Police Brigade in Taylor\, Michigan. \nLeslie Elliott\, Sr. HR Business Partner – Davenport University \nLeslie is a dynamic leader offering 20 years of extensive Human Resources leadership in logistics\, manufacturing\, service\, automotive\, electronics\, and sales. She is an expert communicator and negotiator with strong conflict resolution and time management skills. Her skills in recruitment\, retention\, employee relations\, labor relations\, compensation\, benefits\, performance management\, and leadership development bring expertise and compassion to all the team members she supports. \n3:50 pm – 4:10 pm Closing Remarks URL:https://myswmi.com/event/veteran-employment-success-allied-summit-and-virtual-job-fair/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/3c4c353754e19fb793831119c5e15427.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T090000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232258Z UID:35729-1619080200-1619082000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Morning Guided Meditation - online livestream DESCRIPTION:Start your day by cultivating some peace of mind … and take it with you for the rest of the day! \nEach session includes a brief introduction\, a guided meditation\, and concludes with practical ideas about how to stay connected to a positive mind during the day. No previous experience is necessary — absolutely everyone is welcome. \nWith various Kadampa Teachers. \nFor more information\, or to register\, visit our website: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Morning-Guided-Meditation \nBuddhism | Buddhist URL:https://myswmi.com/event/morning-guided-meditation-online-livestream-6/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495076538-aM0zNz.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T213000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232257Z UID:35728-1619037000-1619040600@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Unsurpassed Meditations for Harmony and Peace - online class (live & recorded) DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays | 8:30pm – 9:30pm EASTERN | with Gen Kelsang Zamling\, Resident TeacherStreamed live\, and available for 72 hours after (must register before)$12 | Info & Register here: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Wednesday-Evening-Drop-In-Class \n— \n“May everyone be happy\,May everyone be free from misery\,May no one ever be separated from their happiness\,May everyone have equanimity\, free from hatred and attachment.” \nThis brief Buddhist prayer is a profound meditation on the four immeasurables (pure love\, joy\, compassion\, and equanimity) which is a direct and powerful method to heal your heart\, empower your mind with joy and peace\, and create the basis for authentic peace in our society. Each class in this series will include brief explanation and guided meditation on this prayer\, which can be practiced by anyone\, regardless of background and belief. Absolutely everyone is welcome; no previous meditation experience is needed. \n— \nApril 7: PUBLIC TALK: Conquering Sorrow with LoveApril 14: Healing Conflict with CompassionApril 21: Defeating Pain with JoyApril 28: Mending Differences with Equality \nBuddhism | Buddhist URL:https://myswmi.com/event/unsurpassed-meditations-for-harmony-and-peace-online-class-live-recorded-2/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495295593-mQW7vz.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T134500 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232257Z UID:35727-1619010900-1619012700@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Guided Meditation - online livestream DESCRIPTION:Take a break at lunch to refresh your mind and renew yourself … and carry some peace into the rest of the day! \nEach session includes a brief introduction\, a guided meditation\, and concludes with practical ideas about how to stay connected to a positive mind during the day. No previous experience is necessary — absolutely everyone is welcome. \nWith various Kadampa Teachers. \nTo learn more\, or to register\, visit our website: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Lunchtime-Guided-Meditation URL:https://myswmi.com/event/lunchtime-guided-meditation-online-livestream-3/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495076610-EbbdGV.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210421T091630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T091630Z UID:35932-1619006400-1619010000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Monthly Networking DESCRIPTION:• Join us for our virtual networking lunch event.• Bring friends\, colleagues\, clients\, vendors!• No mandatory attendance\, no required referrals\, no industry exclusivity. \nWe will be networking over zoom and sharing what everyone is doing. \nThe password to join is: MeetUp URL:https://myswmi.com/event/monthly-networking-3/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_468811834-rzFEOI.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210421T091629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T091629Z UID:35931-1619006400-1619010000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Monthly Networking DESCRIPTION:• Join us for our virtual networking lunch event.• Bring friends\, colleagues\, clients\, vendors!• No mandatory attendance\, no required referrals\, no industry exclusivity. \nWe will be networking over zoom and sharing what everyone is doing. \nThe password to join is: MeetUp URL:https://myswmi.com/event/monthly-networking-2/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_468811834-rzFEOI.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T225638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T091509Z UID:35642-1619006400-1619010000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Monthly Networking DESCRIPTION:• Join us for our virtual networking lunch event.• Bring friends\, colleagues\, clients\, vendors!• No mandatory attendance\, no required referrals\, no industry exclusivity. \nWe will be networking over webex and sharing what everyone is doing. URL:https://myswmi.com/event/monthly-networking/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_468811834-rzFEOI.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T201824Z UID:35536-1619006400-1619010000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Women in Defense Lunch & Leadership Series - April 2021 Event DESCRIPTION:Join WID-MI for a monthly virtual program that includes esteemed speakers and topics aimed to educate\, motivate and inspire.\n\n\nApril Featured Speaker: Angie Lommen\, President\, National Defense Industrial Organization – MI (BAE Systems) \nJoin WID-MI for a monthly virtual program that includes esteemed speakers and change-makers covering personal and professional development topics aimed to educate\, motivate and inspire. \n\n\n\nAngie Lommen is the Director of Bradley and Sustainment at BAE Systems\, Inc. Having been with BAE Systems for over 20 years\, she has served in leadership roles across the company\, which include Supply Chain\, Business Management\, Finance\, Protection Systems & Technical Support\, and Logistics. Lommen represents BAE Systems on the Board of Directors for the National Defense Industrial Association’s Michigan Chapter\, the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce\, and the Sterling Heights Community Foundation. She also serves as a mentor for the Women in Defense-Michigan Chapter.\n \n \nAngie is a certified Project Management Professional and earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from the University of North Dakota and her MBA at the University of St. Thomas.\n \n \n\n\nThank you to our Strategic Partner\n\n\n\nThank to our Virtual Meeting Partner URL:https://myswmi.com/event/women-in-defense-lunch-leadership-series-april-2021-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/4c555a798b1bc696e9b786641d82036d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T201825Z UID:35565-1618995600-1619024400@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Online Lifeguarding Classes in Michigan DESCRIPTION:Lifeguarding Classes LLC is offering an Online Lifeguard Course with Remote Skills Checks in Michigan. URL:https://myswmi.com/event/online-lifeguarding-classes-in-michigan-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/1c1de47f5f5fbe137a77b6b7306898bf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210427T220000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T195852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T200627Z UID:35465-1618945200-1619560800@myswmi.com SUMMARY:VIDEO PREMIERE - Michigan Trees: an Opera in 11 Parts DESCRIPTION:The video premiere of Grey Grant’s “Michigan Trees: A Guide to the Trees of Michigan and the Great Lakes Region – an Opera in 11 Parts”!\n\n\nMichigan Trees: A Guide to the Trees of Michigan and the Great Lakes Region – an Opera in 11 Parts has a libretto and music by Grey Grant\, and is directed and conducted by Karl Ronneburg.  \nThe production was staged and premiered at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse on August 28-29\, 2019. This special streaming event is the official release of the videorecording from that premiere production! On April 20th starting at 7pm\, we will host an “opening night” event where we will stream the full opera\, followed by a talkback with the creative team and cast which will take place via Zoom. The production will then be available for viewing on-demand until April 27th. \nAbout the show: \nMichigan Trees: A Guide to the Trees of Michigan and the Great Lakes Region is a new folk opera for classical and folk vocalists\, steeped in mythos and Michigan\, all the while remaining relevant to the present-day experiences of trans folks. In the opera\, we follow the journey of Orna\, a trans-woman\, as she grapples with self-acceptance. She travels to the north of Michigan\, guided by the Mother of Trees\, to transform into the white pine that sits upon Chapel Rock at the edge of Lake Superior\, overlooking it all. \nCreative Team: \nGrey Grant – Composer\, Librettist \nKarl Ronneburg – Director\, Music Director\, Dramaturg \nPeter Littlejohn – Sound Design \nEmily Yang – Lighting Design \nMaya Johnson – Crafts Design \nTanner Porter – Cover Art \nCast: \nAllison Prost – Orna\, As She Sees Herself \nGrey Grant – Orna\, As She Feels She is Seen \nKate Moss\, Kara Huckabone\, Samantha Kao – Mother of Trees \nMusicians: \nConverge New Music: Megan Rohrer\, Malhar Kute – violins; Ryan McDonald – viola; Hanna Brooke Rumora – cello \nDanielle Gonzalez\, Sofia Carbonara – percussion \nProduced by Fifth Wall Performing Arts\, supported in part by the School of Music\, Theater\, and Dance Meta Weiser EXCEL Fund URL:https://myswmi.com/event/video-premiere-michigan-trees-an-opera-in-11-parts/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/218e5d58e1b4b25de73aabddd263f16d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T213000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T201105Z UID:35505-1618941600-1618954200@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Michigan Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course: Live on Zoom! DESCRIPTION:Michigan Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course: LIVE through Zoom URL:https://myswmi.com/event/michigan-real-estate-pre-licensing-course-live-on-zoom/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/c6956a653c97dc7af47b33ca254b4502.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T172000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T192000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210414T052951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T093034Z UID:35838-1618939200-1618946400@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Lincoln hills DESCRIPTION:Lincoln hills 5 30 URL:https://myswmi.com/event/lincoln-hills-2/ LOCATION:Lincoln Hills Golf Course\, 2666 West 14 Mile Road\, Birmingham\, MI\, 48009\, us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T120000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T200416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T200627Z UID:35477-1618916400-1618920000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Taxes In Retirement Webinar - Michigan DESCRIPTION:Taxes In Retirement Webinar for people in and around Michigan.\n\n\nATTENTION MICHIGAN: Did you know that strategically timing the withdrawals of your retirement income can potentially lead to thousands of dollars in savings over the course of your retirement?\n \nTune in for our next live webinar from the comfort of your own home on Tuesday\, April 20\, at 11 a.m. and learn about the latest strategies that may reduce taxes in retirement.\n \nBut that’s not all\, you’ll also learn about:\n \n• The official new tax reform rules and their impact on your retirement\n \n• How lost deductions may affect your taxes in retirement\n \n• And common misconceptions about taxes in retirement URL:https://myswmi.com/event/taxes-in-retirement-webinar-michigan/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/f202d2846b8d2989e73c85b1367bd8a6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T201825Z UID:35550-1618909200-1618938000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Online Lifeguarding Classes in Michigan DESCRIPTION:Lifeguarding Classes LLC is offering an Online Lifeguard Course with Remote Skills Checks in Michigan. URL:https://myswmi.com/event/online-lifeguarding-classes-in-michigan-10/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/1c1de47f5f5fbe137a77b6b7306898bf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T090000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232257Z UID:35726-1618907400-1618909200@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Morning Guided Meditation - online livestream DESCRIPTION:Start your day by cultivating some peace of mind … and take it with you for the rest of the day! \nEach session includes a brief introduction\, a guided meditation\, and concludes with practical ideas about how to stay connected to a positive mind during the day. No previous experience is necessary — absolutely everyone is welcome. \nWith various Kadampa Teachers. \nFor more information\, or to register\, visit our website: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Morning-Guided-Meditation \nBuddhism | Buddhist URL:https://myswmi.com/event/morning-guided-meditation-online-livestream-5/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495076538-aM0zNz.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T193000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232256Z UID:35725-1618855200-1618860600@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Mahamudra: The Supreme Path of Blissful Wisdom - online meditation class DESCRIPTION:Mondays | 6pm – 7:30pm EASTERN | with Gen Kelsang Zamling\, Resident TeacherStreamed live\, and available for 72 hours after (must register before)$12 | Register here: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Monday-Evening-Drop-In-Class \n— \nBuddhist Mahamudra Tantra is a supreme\, quick spiritual path which has been practiced according to Buddha’s clear and unmistaken step-by-step instructions\, through which we can attain enlightenment very quickly. Whereas previously these instructions were available to a select few\, they are now freely available to everyone worldwide. \nThis series of classes is based upon the authoritative texts\, Modern Buddhism and Mahamudra Tantra. Although this is an in-depth series and presumes fundamental Buddhist understanding and Buddha’s Sutra and Tantra teachings\, anyone with a sincere wish to receive the Tantric empowerments of Heruka and Vajrayogini in the future is welcome to attend. Each class will include clear\, practical instruction and guided meditation. \nThis series is also an excellent preparation for the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments of Heruka & Vajrayogini\, which will be granted during this year’s International Kadampa Festivals (for more info: kadampafestivals.org). \n— \nApril 5: What is Mahamudra Tantra?April 12: What is the Great Bliss of Enlightenment?April 19: How to Accomplish the Great Bliss of Enlightenment\, part 1April 26: How to Accomplish the Great Bliss of Enlightenment\, part 2 \nBuddhism | Buddhist URL:https://myswmi.com/event/mahamudra-the-supreme-path-of-blissful-wisdom-online-meditation-class-2/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495295145-dKFjxl.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T172000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T192000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210417T083804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T092030Z UID:35890-1618852800-1618860000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Springdale. 5 20 DESCRIPTION:Springdale URL:https://myswmi.com/event/springdale-5-30/ LOCATION:Springdale Golf Course\, 316 Strathmore Rd\, Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, 48304\, us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T134500 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232256Z UID:35724-1618838100-1618839900@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Guided Meditation - online livestream DESCRIPTION:Take a break at lunch to refresh your mind and renew yourself … and carry some peace into the rest of the day! \nEach session includes a brief introduction\, a guided meditation\, and concludes with practical ideas about how to stay connected to a positive mind during the day. No previous experience is necessary — absolutely everyone is welcome. \nWith various Kadampa Teachers. \nTo learn more\, or to register\, visit our website: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Lunchtime-Guided-Meditation URL:https://myswmi.com/event/lunchtime-guided-meditation-online-livestream-2/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495076610-EbbdGV.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T202203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T202207Z UID:35613-1618833600-1618837200@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Virtual Workshop - Spring 2021 DESCRIPTION:The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) is offering the free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Workshop on Zoom! URL:https://myswmi.com/event/parenting-through-separation-and-divorce-virtual-workshop-spring-2021/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/76f7b8b19f516fd4557fdb6a093802b1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T170000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210411T201817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210411T201824Z UID:35549-1618822800-1618851600@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Online Lifeguarding Classes in Michigan DESCRIPTION:Lifeguarding Classes LLC is offering an Online Lifeguard Course with Remote Skills Checks in Michigan. URL:https://myswmi.com/event/online-lifeguarding-classes-in-michigan-9/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/1c1de47f5f5fbe137a77b6b7306898bf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210419T090000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232256Z UID:35723-1618821000-1618822800@myswmi.com SUMMARY:Morning Guided Meditation - online livestream DESCRIPTION:Start your day by cultivating some peace of mind … and take it with you for the rest of the day! \nEach session includes a brief introduction\, a guided meditation\, and concludes with practical ideas about how to stay connected to a positive mind during the day. No previous experience is necessary — absolutely everyone is welcome. \nWith various Kadampa Teachers. \nFor more information\, or to register\, visit our website: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Morning-Guided-Meditation \nBuddhism | Buddhist URL:https://myswmi.com/event/morning-guided-meditation-online-livestream-4/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495076538-aM0zNz.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210418T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210418T173000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232947Z UID:35771-1618761600-1618767000@myswmi.com SUMMARY:“HOW TO” Fly a Sport/Stunt Kite lesson...next week! DESCRIPTION:Sport/Stunt kites are controlled by 2 lines which markedly increases the ability of the kite/kiter to fly in a HUGE amphitheater of space. If you ever thought you might like to try to fly a Sport/Stunt Kite then I will be introducing basic flight and “trick” instructions next week \nThe location is yet to be determined but probable fields will be either Flesher Field (off Stadium/9th St) or the Portage field off Oakland vs Texas Corners Park (Milham/Texas Drive) \nTime of event 4pm – 5:30 \nI do have a (limited) number of “loaner” Sport/Stunt kites but an RSVP is required to reserve one of the kites for you \nIf this event is of interest to you I Highly Recommend that you go to YouTube and do a search for “Zen sense how to fly a framed Sport/Stunt Kite” video which is ~ 17 minutes long and is a very nice introduction to basic flying techniques and some beginners tricks URL:https://myswmi.com/event/how-to-fly-a-sport-stunt-kite-lesson-next-week/ LOCATION:Flesher Field (Park)\, 3664 South 9th Street\, Oshtemo Twp\, MI\, 49009\, us ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495631718-Q638qo.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210418T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210418T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T231328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210418T091913Z UID:35680-1618754400-1618761600@myswmi.com SUMMARY:"Best American Science Fiction & Fantasy 2020" Editor: John Joseph Adams DESCRIPTION:Book of the Month:“The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2020”Editors: John Joseph Adams\, Diana Gabaldon \nThis month we are keeping a beloved Sci Fi Book Club tradition alive. For the sixth year in a row will be reading the newest edition of a short story collection called The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy. It has been a Club favorite each year and takes a good look at the current state of science fiction by highlighting some new and established writers in the genre. Each story has to meet certain criteria that you can read up on at the editor’s website and are chosen without the author’s name attached. \nStories are selected by John Joseph Adams and a new guest editor (this year is Diana Gabaldon\, known for the wildly popular novel series and STARZ show “Outlander. \nLet us know in the Comments below which stories you like and feel free to skip one if you’re not digging it. There are always plenty of perspectives and approaches to the format in this collection. \n“The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2020” is available in paperback via Amazon and other online booksellers and is also available via the New York Public Library. \nTo join a Book Club meeting\, all you will need is YOURSELF. If you haven’t had a chance to finish the book\, we still would love for you to join us in the discussion. Our Webex meeting went very well this past Sunday\, we hope you’ll consider dropping in on April 18th! URL:https://myswmi.com/event/best-american-science-fiction-fantasy-2020-editor-john-joseph-adams/ LOCATION:Online event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210418T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210418T131500 DTSTAMP:20260520T174405 CREATED:20210412T232255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T232255Z UID:35721-1618747200-1618751700@myswmi.com SUMMARY:The Four Seals of Liberating Wisdom - online meditation class DESCRIPTION:Sundays | 12pm – 1:15pm EASTERNwith Gen Kelsang Zamling\, Resident Teacher | $12Info & Registration here: https://www.meditateinchicago.org/drop-in-classes-2/Sunday-Morning-Drop-In-Class \n— \nThe Four Seals are four meditative insights into reality that enable us to experience the liberating wisdom of Mahamudra\, the true nature of things. During this series\, we will explore each of these four insights: profound topics such as impermanence\, the nature of the mind\, the source of suffering and the truth of ultimate reality\, emptiness. Through teachings\, discussion and guided meditations\, we will start to experience the peace and freedom that comes from this profound yet accessible wisdom. \nNo previous experience is necessary; each class contains practical instruction and guided meditation. Everyone is welcome! \n— \nApril 4: The Magical Wisdom of ImpermanenceApril 11: The Nature and Power of Your MindApril 18: Understanding Our Problems WiselyApril 25: Waking Up to Reality \nBuddhism | Buddhist URL:https://myswmi.com/event/the-four-seals-of-liberating-wisdom-online-meditation-class/ LOCATION:Online event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://myswmi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/highres_495294996-ox7JCn.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR