Presentations - December 2011 / January 2012 |
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The Men's Center Board appreciates the volunteer presenters who return from time to time and welcome first timers. Their presentations add a new dimension to our weekly Wednesday night gatherings. Please take time to read the descriptions and plan to attend if they stimulate your interest. Bring a friend to share the experience and acquaint him/her with the Men's Center. Each presentation is intended to promote personal growth, stimulate your interest in a topic, and to give you an opportunity to interact with other attendees. We are always looking for new presenters and topics. Please call Randy at The Men's Center, 612-822-5892 with your ideas and names. We appreciate your help. |
Presentations are the sole responsibility of the presenter(s). The Men's Center does not endorse, takes no specific position, nor does it hold any opinion on the presentations, or of any information imparted, or of the presenter(s) themselves. The Men's Center is a RESOURCE for the community, a clearing house for information of all kinds, agreeable or not, to one's beliefs. Listen, participate and make your own decisions. All groups meet at TMC, 3249 Hennepin Ave. So, Suite 55, unless otherwise noted. These low cost presentations are shown in the Calendar of Events and a more extensive description follows. No pre-registration is needed; entrance fees collected at the door are:
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Family Law Clinic
Discussion Leader: Bob Manson
When: Wed, Dec. 7, 7:00-9:00 pm
Open to Men and Women
Targeted to the needs of men or women going through or anticipating divorce or dealing with other family law issues, this Clinic will give you an opportunity to discuss your own questions on such topics as:
* Divorce
* Separation
* Paternity
* Property Division
* Custody
* Spousal Maintenance
* Child Support
* Financial Settlements
* Co-habitation
Attorneys will volunteer their time and expertise for the benefit of those who attend. A nominal fee of $5 is charged for the public. Members of the Men's Center receive a courtesy discount.
Mankind Project Open Circle
Presenter: Andy Mickel
When: Wed, Dec 14, 7:00-9:00 pm
ManKind Project Minnesota began in 1990 and over 800 men are in our community. We have more than 20 on-going men's groups which serve as places where men can develop their Emotional Intelligence, practice Accountability to their Commitments of Service to others, and practice Authenticity in Actions and declarations.
This Open Circle enables participants to witness other men practice clarity of self-expression from their hearts rather than their heads. Join us in our 5-round format and ask questions to learn more and even participate yourself if you choose. Our structure is based on the masculine archetypes of King, Warrior, Magician & Lover in Moore and Gilette's book.
Over 50,000 men have attended ManKind Project experiential weekends for men all over the world to empower men to improve their lives and work together to help other men and families. ManKind Project Minnesota offers two New Warrior Training Adventure weekends/year.
No Presentation
When: Wed, Dec 21, 7:00-9:00 pm
An Open Discussion of the Proposed Amendment to Ban Same Sex Marriage
Presenter: Denny Smith
When: Wed, Dec 28, 7:00-9:00 pm
Open to Men and Women
A seminar on "Why Marriage Matters" and the importance of equality for ALL Minnesotans. A prominent theologian said "Society as a whole must respect, defend and promote the dignity of every human person, at every mo-ment and in every condition of that person's life." Welcoming Communities of Faith promotes the belief that this quote should apply to all people.
The purpose of this seminar is to provide a forum for those on both sides of the issue to discuss controversial topics in a calm and logical manner. Participants will leave the seminar with a deeper understanding of their own thoughts and feelings about respect for others and will be encouraged to adopt a life-long commitment to move away from judgment and condemnation and move towards love and acceptance.
Denny Smith is the Executive Director of Winning Marriage Equality. For more information call him at 320-240-0948 or visit www.wmenow.org.
Family Law Clinic
Discussion Leader: Linda Wray
When: Wed, Jan 4, 7:00-9:00 pm
Open to Men and Women
Targeted to the needs of men or women going through or anticipating divorce or dealing with other family law issues, this Clinic will give you an opportunity to discuss your own questions on such topics as:
* Divorce
* Separation
* Paternity
* Property Division
* Custody
* Spousal Maintenance
* Child Support
* Financial Settlements
* Co-habitation
Attorneys will volunteer their time and expertise for the benefit of those who attend. A nominal fee of $5 is charged for the public. Members of the Men's Center receive a courtesy discount.
Mankind Project Open Circle
Presenter: Andy Mickel
When: Wed, Jan 11, 7:00-9:00 pm
ManKind Project Minnesota began in 1990 and over 800 men are in our community. We have more than 20 on-going men's groups which serve as places where men can develop their Emotional Intelligence, practice Accountability to their Commitments of Service to others, and practice Authenticity in Actions and declarations.
This Open Circle enables participants to witness other men practice clarity of self-expression from their hearts rather than their heads. Join us in our 5-round format and ask questions to learn more and even participate yourself if you choose. Our structure is based on the masculine archetypes of King, Warrior, Magician & Lover in Moore and Gilette's book.
Over 50,000 men have attended ManKind Project experiential weekends for men all over the world to empower men to improve their lives and work together to help other men and families. ManKind Project Minnesota offers two New Warrior Training Adventure weekends/year.
Collaborative Divorce
Presenter: Charles Goldstein
When: Wed, Jan 18, 7:00-9:00 pm
Charles presents a new approach to law with better results.
Charles M. Goldstein has practiced law since 1987 and focuses on the areas of family law and alternative dispute resolution. More information can be found on his website, www.goldsteinlawyers.net.
What the Heck is Happening to Me?
Presenter: David Dubois
When: Wed, Jan 25, 7:00-9:00 pm
Anxiety & Panic Attacks how they develop and why.
David A DuBois M.A. L.P. has worked for 23 yrs as a psychologist, the last 10 in private practice. Most of this time he has worked with issues of anxiety, depression, anger management as well as group, couples and family therapy. Prior to getting his license in psychology, he worked as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. He works out of his home in So. Minneapolis, lives with his dog Flash, likes to play music, and is an entertainer of the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
Family Law Clinic
Discussion Leader: Rasheen Tillman
When: Wed, Feb 1, 7:00-9:00 pm
Open to Men and Women
Targeted to the needs of men or women going through or anticipating divorce or dealing with other family law issues, this Clinic will give you an opportunity to discuss your own questions on such topics as:
* Divorce
* Separation
* Paternity
* Property Division
* Custody
* Spousal Maintenance
* Child Support
* Financial Settlements
* Co-habitation
Attorneys will volunteer their time and expertise for the benefit of those who attend. A nominal fee of $5 is charged for the public. Members of the Men's Center receive a courtesy discount.