Event Calendar

Raising Boys Seminar
Presenter: Dr. Martin Covey
April 2, 2024, 6:00pm
Tamarack District Library

The Raising Boys seminar will consider the cultural and familial influences that shape the concept of what being a boy – and consequently, a man - means. The seminar will explore:
• the socio-emotional context of being a boy in the 21st century,
• their schooling and learning,
• the influences (good and not-so-good) of boys and their connections to other boys,
• love, sex, and affection,
• violence, bullying, and vulnerability,
• the impact of technology
Discussion will take place examining ways that parents, our community, and our culture can support healthy development for boys.
The seminar is based on the book “How to Raise a Boy: The Power of Connection to Build Good Men,” by Dr. Michael Reichert.

Ages 18 and up under 18 can attend but parent most be present . 2 hours of self defense taught

They teach people how to become their first line of defense with awareness, prevention and avoidance information which is about a 20 minute discussion then personal self defense techniques for about an hour and a half. These techniques are for helping to survive and get free from kidnapping, assault, abuse, trafficking and other physical and sexual violent situations. The ages under 18 must have  a parent present  and we can not make an exception for any one younger then 10 as the information we share can be confusing to younger children.

Learn everything you need to know about the basics of rock hunting.  Cody will touch base on rock identifying and you can ask questions during the presentation.  If time allows, Cody will try to guide you into identifying a rock you may have questions about.

I Survived Program

"Tales from the Road" -- A story of my 2021 Michigan Big Year where I set out on a mission to see as many species of birds as possible in the state.  My total, 323, was the highest count documented that year.

Chris Swinson, owner of Mycophile's Garden mushroom farm in Grand Rapids, will introduce the life cycle of commonly cultivated mushrooms and the basics of mushroom cultivation with a focus on growing at home in your yard, garden, basement, or garage using low tech methods and readily available materials like leaves, wood chips, wooden logs, grass clippings, and compost.

Mushroom growing kits, fresh edible mushrooms, and other materials will be available for purchase.