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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - detroit-mi BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SMART Recovery DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T064241Z UID:10008397-1788602400-1788607800@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:SMART Recovery is an international community of peer support g roups that help people recover from addictive and problematic behaviors\, using a self-empowering and evidence-informed program. SMART stands for Se lf-Management and Recovery Training. The SMART approach is secular and res earch-based. Have specific questions about SMART Recovery? Email lizhillde troit@gmail.com. \nMeets Saturdays at 10am-11:30am. \nPlease submit the re gistration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T064241Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/smart-recovery/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Coming Out Group DTSTART:20260905T143000Z DTEND:20260905T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T064241Z UID:10008136-1788604200-1788609600@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A confidential support group covering all aspects of coming ou t and the effects it may have in life. \nMeets Saturdays at 10:30am-12pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T064241Z URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/coming-out-group/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brown Baggers AA DTSTART:20260905T173000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T064241Z UID:10000216-1788615000-1788620400@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays\, Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:30am\, and Satu rdays at 1:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T064241Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/brown-baggers-aa-2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TeaEnby - Transgender & Nonbinary Discussion Group DTSTART:20260905T180000Z DTEND:20260905T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T064241Z UID:10007875-1788616800-1788624000@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A group for transgender\, non-binary\, and gender non-conformi ng individuals to find and be in community. \nMeets Tuesdays at 6pm-8pm (v irtual) and Saturdays at 2pm-4pm (in person). \nPlease submit the registra tion form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T064241Z LOCATION:Affirmations Board Room\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/transgender-and-non-binary-discussion -2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Men's Discussion Group DTSTART:20260905T210000Z DTEND:20260905T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T064241Z UID:10007554-1788627600-1788634800@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Discussion group for gay\, bisexual\, and transgender men. Top ics vary from lighthearted subjects to in-depth discussions. \nMeets Satur days at 5pm-7pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T064241Z LOCATION:Affirmations Board Room\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/mens-discussion-group/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA) - Crystal Clean DTSTART:20260905T230000Z DTEND:20260906T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T064241Z UID:10010425-1788634800-1788642000@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A confidential recovery group for those recovering from the us e of Crystal Meth. \nMeets Wednesdays at 7:30pm (hybrid) and Saturdays at 7pm (virtual). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T064241Z URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/cma-crystal-clean-2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) DTSTART:20260907T230000Z DTEND:20260908T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T064241Z UID:10015887-1788807600-1788813000@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:SAA support group utilizes a twelve-step program to help peopl e who desires greater control over their behavior achieve their definition of sexual sobriety. This group welcomes all sexual orientations\, gender expressions\, and identities. \nMeets virtually on Mondays from 7pm-8:30pm . \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T064241Z URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/sex-addicts-anonymous-saa/2026-09-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:HIV Testing Clinics- Henry Ford Health DTSTART:20260908T210000Z DTEND:20260909T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T064241Z UID:10019503-1788886800-1788897600@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Access free\, safe\, and confidential HIV testing at Affirmati ons. Through our partnerships with Henry Ford Health & Ruth Ellis Clairmou nt Clinic\, rapid HIV testing and blood pressure checks are available via appointments and walk-ins.\n*General STI testing is not performed on site. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T064241Z LOCATION:Affirmations Partner Suite\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 4822 0 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/hiv-sti-clinics-3-3-2-2-2/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TeaEnby - Transgender & Nonbinary Discussion Group DTSTART:20260908T220000Z DTEND:20260909T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T064305Z UID:10010759-1788890400-1788897600@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A group for transgender\, non-binary\, and gender non-conformi ng individuals to find and be in community. \nMeets Tuesdays at 6pm-8pm (v irtual) and Saturdays at 2pm-4pm (in person). \nPlease submit the registra tion form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T064305Z URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/transgender-and-non-binary-discussion /2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Diversity Group DTSTART:20260908T223000Z DTEND:20260909T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T064305Z UID:10006069-1788892200-1788897600@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A Narcotics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from u se of narcotics. \nMeets Tuesdays at 6:30pm-8pm (hybrid). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T064305Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/na-diversity-group/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brown Baggers AA DTSTART:20260909T153000Z DTEND:20260909T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T064305Z UID:10013949-1788953400-1788958800@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays\, Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:30am\, and Satu rdays at 1:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T064305Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/brown-baggers-aa/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Senior Koffee Klatch DTSTART:20260909T170000Z DTEND:20260909T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T064305Z UID:10005286-1788958800-1788966000@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A discussion and networking group for people 45 and older. Var ious discussion topics\, social outings\, and potlucks are held throughout the year. \nMeets Wednesdays at 1pm and Fridays at 1pm. \nPlease submit t he registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T064305Z LOCATION:Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room\, 290 W Nine Mile R d\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/senior-koffee-klatch/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stonewall Run Club DTSTART:20260909T223000Z DTEND:20260910T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T184312Z UID:10018604-1788978600-1788984000@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Route begins outside Affirmations @ 290 W 9 Mile Rd\, Ferndale MI 48220 \nEnds at Soho on even weeks (2&4). Ends at Sidecar Slider Bar o n odd weeks (1&3) \nDownload GPX Route Below: \n5k Route \nStarting at Aff irmations (290 W Nine Mile Rd)\, head west on Nine Mile Road to Livernois Street. Turn south (left) on Livernois and run down to Albany Street. Turn east (left) on Albany to Ferndale Street. Turn south (right) on Ferndale to Leroy Street. Turn west (left) on Leroy back to Livernois. Turn south ( left) on Livernois down to West Marshall Street. Turn east (left) on Marsh all all the way to Allen Street. Turn north (left) on Allen Street and run up to West Troy Street. Turn east (right) on West Troy Street and finish behind Soho and Sidecar Slider Bar. \n10k Route \nStarting at Affirmations (290 W Nine Mile Rd)\, head west on Nine Mile Road all the way to Central Street. Turn north (right) on Central to Albany Street. Turn east (right) on Albany to Pinecrest Drive. Turn south (right) on Pinecrest to Pearson Street. Turn west (left) on Pearson back to Central Street. Turn south (le ft) on Central down to West Marshall Street. Turn east (left) on Marshall all the way to Allen Street. Turn north (left) on Allen Street and run up to West Troy Street. Turn east (right) on West Troy Street and finish behi nd Soho and Sidecar Slider Bar. \nInclement Weather Decision & Announcemen t\nWeather calls will be made by 11:00 AM every Wednesday\, based on radar conditions at that time. The call will be posted to this page so members can check during their lunch break and plan accordingly. \nWhat Counts as a Cancellation?\nThe run will be called off if radar shows active precipit ation\, lightning\, or otherwise unsafe conditions at or near our route al ong Nine Mile Road and Troy Street at the time of the decision. \nThe Back up Plan\nOnce we’ve built up a regular crew\, any cancelled Wednesday ru n automatically becomes a social meetup at Soho / Sidecar Slider Bar\, 7 –8 PM. Same time\, same commitment\, just indoors with a drink in hand. \nStay in the Loop \nCheck for the 11 AM call before heading out\nNo updat e by 11 AM = run is on as planned\nFollow @stonewalldetroit and @goaffirma tions for announcements! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T184312Z URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/stonewall-run-club/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Disability and Discussion Group DTSTART:20260909T230000Z DTEND:20260910T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T184312Z UID:10004764-1788980400-1788985800@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A space for disabled LGBTQ+ folks to be ourselves unapologetic ally\, without worrying about our personal challenges not being taken seri ously. Share out about your week\, help to support others in the community \, and discuss key disability-related social issues all within an inclusiv e\, intersectional environment. \nMeets Wednesdays at 7pm-8:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T184312Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/disability-and-discussion-group/2026- 09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA) - Crystal Clean DTSTART:20260909T233000Z DTEND:20260910T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T184312Z UID:10004503-1788982200-1788985800@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A confidential recovery group for those recovering from the us e of Crystal Meth. \nMeets Wednesdays at 7:30pm (hybrid) and Saturdays at 7pm (virtual). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T184312Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/cma-crystal-clean/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Regardless Of… Group DTSTART:20260910T153000Z DTEND:20260910T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T064406Z UID:10002616-1789039800-1789045200@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A Narcotics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from u se of narcotics. \nMeets Thursdays at 11:30am-1pm (hybrid). \nPlease submi t the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T064406Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/na-regardless-of-group/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:HIV/STI Clinics- Unified/ Vivent Health DTSTART:20260910T200000Z DTEND:20260910T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T064406Z UID:10018466-1789056000-1789066800@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Access free\, safe\, and confidential HIV/STI testing at Affir mations. In addition to HIV testing\, Unified offers Gonorrhea\, Chlamydia \, and Hepatitis C screening. Appointments are available the second and th ird Thursdays or last Saturday of the month. Please be sure to select Affi rmations when scheduling your appointment. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T064406Z LOCATION:Affirmations Partner Suite\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 4822 0 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/hiv-sti-clinics-3/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BASQUIAT (Black and White Version) DTSTART:20260910T220000Z DTEND:20260911T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T064406Z UID:10020032-1789063200-1789072200@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:arts,film DESCRIPTION:Aff’s Fall Film Series \nDoors Open 6:00. Film Starts: 6:30 \nMC & Discussion Lead: KESSWA \nWater and Popcorn will be available. \nRe cognition: In Partnership with UofM Humanities \nSeat Claim Available on E ventbrite and at the door. Donations encouraged but not required. \nFilm I nformation: No painter electrified the 1980s art scene like Jean-Michel Ba squiat\, a New York street kid whose visionary blending of expressionism\, pop art\, and the radical new aesthetics of hip-hop and graffiti propelle d him to international fame before a tragic early demise. Julian Schnabel ’s stunning debut charts Basquiat’s dizzying rise and fall with an ins ider’s eye for authentic details of the downtown arts demimonde as well as a fellow postmodernist’s interest in the dream-like and surreal. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T064406Z URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/basquiat-black-and-white-version/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Women's Discussion Group DTSTART:20260910T223000Z DTEND:20260911T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T064406Z UID:10002312-1789065000-1789070400@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A safe space and place for WOMEN: lesbian\, bi\, trans\, etc. Socialize\, vent and chat\, and build community. Topics vary from lighthea rted subjects to in-depth discussions: coming out stories/struggles\, as w ell as social norms\, friendships/families\, the validity of bisexual wome n\, assumptions of sexuality and being a bi/lesbian woman in the workplace – and much more. \nMeets 2nd Thursdays at 6:30pm-8pm and last Saturdays at 11am-12:30pm \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T064406Z LOCATION:Affirmations Board Room\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/womens-discussion-group/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BOLD (Black\, Open\, Loving\, & Defiant): Black Queer Support Netw ork DTSTART:20260910T223000Z DTEND:20260911T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T064406Z UID:10014582-1789065000-1789072200@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:BOLD (Black. Open. Loving. Defiant.): Black Queer Support Netw ork aims to provide emotional support\, resource sharing\, advocacy\, and skill-building for adults within the Black LGBTQIA+ community. The group w ill follow a structured\, culturally competent\, and trauma-informed appro ach to create a brave\, inclusive space for all participants. \nMeets 2nd & 4th Thursdays at 6:30pm-8:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T064406Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/bold-black-open-loving-defiant-black- queer-support-network/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brown Baggers AA DTSTART:20260911T153000Z DTEND:20260911T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T064406Z UID:10013950-1789126200-1789131600@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays\, Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:30am\, and Satu rdays at 1:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T064406Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/brown-baggers-aa/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Senior Koffee Klatch DTSTART:20260911T170000Z DTEND:20260911T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T064339Z UID:10008659-1789131600-1789137000@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A discussion and networking group for people 45 and older. Var ious discussion topics\, social outings\, and potlucks are held throughout the year. \nMeets Wednesdays at 1pm and Fridays at 1pm. \nPlease submit t he registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T064339Z LOCATION:Royal Oak Senior Center\, 3500 Marais Ave\, Royal Oak\, 48073 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/senior-koffee-klatch-2/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Teen Drop-In Center (ages 14-18) DTSTART:20260911T200000Z DTEND:20260911T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T064339Z UID:10017449-1789142400-1789153200@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A welcoming space for high school aged LGBTQIA2S+ youth to rel ax\, connect\, and have fun at their own pace. Teens can play games\, make art\, watch something\, or just hang out in a casual\, supportive environ ment. The Drop-In Center is led by Affirmations’ Youth Advisory Council\ , a yearlong cohort of young leaders shaping programming across the organi zation. \n\nRegister in advance using our online registration system. If this is your first time using our new system\, you will be prompted to mak e an account prior to enrolling. Parent/Guardian permission not required. \n\nDrop-in Schedule: \n\n1st Fridays – Buzz In! Trivia Games: Team u p and see what you know with fun\, fast-paced trivia.\n2nd Fridays – Act It Out: Jump into improv and acting games that get you laughing and crea ting together. No experience necessary!\n3rd Fridays – Game Night: Play \, hang out\, and connect over video games\, board games\, and group favor ites.\n4th Fridays – Craft Club: Create something new or dive into your own project with plenty of craft supplies. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T064339Z LOCATION:Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room\, 290 W Nine Mile R d\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/youth-drop-in-center-2-2/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SMART Recovery DTSTART:20260912T140000Z DTEND:20260912T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T064339Z UID:10008398-1789207200-1789212600@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:SMART Recovery is an international community of peer support g roups that help people recover from addictive and problematic behaviors\, using a self-empowering and evidence-informed program. SMART stands for Se lf-Management and Recovery Training. The SMART approach is secular and res earch-based. Have specific questions about SMART Recovery? Email lizhillde troit@gmail.com. \nMeets Saturdays at 10am-11:30am. \nPlease submit the re gistration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T064339Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/smart-recovery/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Coming Out Group DTSTART:20260912T143000Z DTEND:20260912T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T004240Z UID:10008137-1789209000-1789214400@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A confidential support group covering all aspects of coming ou t and the effects it may have in life. \nMeets Saturdays at 10:30am-12pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T004240Z URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/coming-out-group/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MOVE Series: Self Defense DTSTART:20260912T160000Z DTEND:20260912T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T004240Z UID:10020033-1789214400-1789221600@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Queer Self-Defense\nA queer-centered\, beginner-friendly self- defense class. All bodies welcome — no experience needed. Participants w ill move\, learn\, and build confidence\, moving at their own comfort leve l. Just show up. \n\nDate: Saturday\, September 12\nTime: 12pm–2pm\nLoca tion: 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\nCost: Free\, donations accepted\nForm at: Drop-in\nPresented by: Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center and Gilda ’s Club Metro Detroit LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T004240Z URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/move-self-defense/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brown Baggers AA DTSTART:20260912T173000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T064242Z UID:10000217-1789219800-1789225200@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays\, Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:30am\, and Satu rdays at 1:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T064242Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/brown-baggers-aa-2/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TeaEnby - Transgender & Nonbinary Discussion Group DTSTART:20260912T180000Z DTEND:20260912T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T064242Z UID:10007876-1789221600-1789228800@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:A group for transgender\, non-binary\, and gender non-conformi ng individuals to find and be in community. \nMeets Tuesdays at 6pm-8pm (v irtual) and Saturdays at 2pm-4pm (in person). \nPlease submit the registra tion form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T064242Z LOCATION:Affirmations Board Room\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/transgender-and-non-binary-discussion -2/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TransParent DTSTART:20260912T190000Z DTEND:20260912T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T064242Z UID:10015769-1789225200-1789228800@goaffirmations.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Transparent provides a compassionate and affirming space for p arents and caregivers of gender-expansive children of all ages to connect\ , share experiences\, and grow as confident advocates. We foster community \, offer resources\, and promote understanding of the full gender spectrum . \nMeets 2nd Saturdays at 3pm-4pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T064242Z LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/transparent/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Affirmations X-SOURCE-URL:https://goaffirmations.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR