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Upcoming classes.

St. Francis Family Support Services is offering a number of support groups in 2025 including: Parenting Group, Parenting in Recovery, and Anger Management Program. To register, contact: 609-494-8861 ext. 197. 

Join our FREE bilingual support group for parents. Together, we will create a safe and understanding space to share experiences, offer support, and learn coping strategies. Group will be held on Wednesdays from 5:00 - 6:00 PM from 3/12 - 5/7. For registration or inquiries, contact Jose Madrigal at (732) 349-3535 ext. 738 or jmadrigal@brightharbor.org.

Únase a nuestro grupo GRATUITO de apoyo bilingüe para padres. Juntos, crearemos un espaciose guro y comprensivo para compartir experiencias, ofrecer apoyo y aprender. Cada Miercoles de los 5:00pm-6:00pm. Reunión Semanal del Marzo 12 al Mayo 7. Para inscribirse o hacer preguntas: Jose Madrigal (732) 349-3535 ext. 738 o jmadrigal@brightharbor.org

The Monmouth & Ocean County Council for Young Children is a working group of parents and community partners who share ideas and resources. Our goal is to impact the change to make the community a healthier place to raise our children. Let’s work together to build stronger connections for our children and their families.

This Art Class will teach various mediums and styles of art. It will be held every 3rd Thursday of the Month starting Jan 16 from 5-7 PM Don’t miss this opportunity to relax, express yourself, and connect with fellow heroes! Can’t get a babysitter? Contact us at 732-377-0290. 

Register for Summer Camp 2025 beginning March 3rd, must register by 6/2! *Registration is in person at the Ocean County YMCA only. Immunization records required at the time of registration. Financial assistance and other applications available here: https://ocymca.org/childcare-camp/camp/. Call 732-341-9622 for any questions.

Brave Space is a safe, affirming space where you can connect with others who understand, share your story at your own pace, and find strength in community. Join our FREE LGBTQ+ support group for teens 15-17. Location: Ocean County Youth Center, Mondays 4:00-5:00 PM from 3/24 - 5/19. For questions or to register, contact: jmadrigal@brightharbor.org.

¿Te gustaría cocinar comidas saludables y económicas? ¡Todas las edades, niveles de experiencia y culturas son bienvenidas! Sin costo para los participantes, se proporcionan alimentos y suministros. Ubicación: Cruce de caminos (33 Throckmorton St. Freehold). Se lleva a cabo el tercer lunes de cada mes de 5:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m.

Would you like to cook healthy, low-cost meals? Take home tasty meals for your family? Connect with the community? Learn new cooking skills? All ages, experience levels & cultures welcome! No cost to participants, food & supplies provided. Location: Crossroads (33 Throckmorton St. Freehold). Held on the 3rd Monday of every month from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. 

We welcome and encourage individuals and their families to attend one of our monthly Transition Thursday Webinars held the second (Intake Process & Transition Resources 6:00 - 7:30 PM) and third (Topic of the Month 12:00 - 1:00 PM) Thursdays. Register: https://listserv.dhs.state.nj.us/scripts/wa.exe?SUBED1=DDD_TRANSITION_TO_ADULT_LIFE&A=1

St. Francis Counseling Service has partnered up with Revolutionary Lounge of Toms River and Coffee Bouteaque of Beach Haven to bring you Caffeine & Consent! Purchase a beverage at either of these locations during the month of April and you will receive a customized beverage sleeve in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month!

The Oasis Family Success Center is a community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering place located in the heart of Manahawkin, NJ.  Community residents can come to us for family support, interactive workshops, activities, and groups. All events are free and open to all!

Las clases gratuitas de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) se llevarán a cabo en Living Water Community Church a partir del 11 de febrero de 2025. Todos los martes de 7:00-8:30 pm.

Join us for a morning cup of coffee and to learn general knowledge on HIV/AIDS so you
can help raise awareness for yourself and others and learn about the importance of HIV testing to fight the spread of HIV virus. Held every second Thursday of the month at Anchor Family Success Center in Brick, NJ from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. To learn more contact: 848-241-9346.

Bright Harbor's Together in Healing Men's Support Group will run from on Tuesdays from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM from 2/11 - 5/6 biweekly. This is a space for men coping with the loss of a spouse/partner. Share heal and connect with those who understand your journey.

A series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention,
screening, social & support services. Join Us! Wednesdays (4th Wednesday of every month) at 10:00 AM. Hosted by Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance with a collaboration of community partners.