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"Can We Talk?" POSTPONED
"Can We Talk?" POSTPONED
**POSTPONED** Staying Close & Connected as a Couple This series of workshops focuses on patterns of communication that facilitate being supportive and accepting of each other. Drawing on research from the Gottman Institute, Theresa Epstein, LICSW, will share specific tools and ideas. Couples of all ages and backgrounds are welcome! Thursdays: May 2, 9, 30 & June 6 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Held at JFS, 1601 16th Ave., Seattle Advance registration is required for the series. $80/couple. Scholarships available. Contact Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org Download the Can We Talk PDF flier
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Positive Discipline
Positive Discipline
Reducing Power Struggles with Positive Discipline Positive discipline is a time-tested strategy that builds parent confidence and a smoother family life! Positive discipline guides children in a context of mutual respect, using methods that are firm and kind, and come from both common sense and research. Facilitated by Sarina Behar Natkin, LICSW, Certified Positive Discipline Parent Trainer, Parent Coach and co-founder of GROW Parenting. Best for parents with children 2-12 years old. Parents are welcome to attend one, some or all of the series. Tuesdays: 6:15 - 8:45 p.m. Held at JFS, Seattle May 7: Reducing Power Struggles with Positive Discipline May 21: Family Meetings: Finding Solutions Together $20/session per person. Advance payment for the series secures one free session! Advance registration required. Financial assistance is available. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org Download the Positive Discipline PDF Flier
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"Can We Talk?" POSTPONED
"Can We Talk?" POSTPONED
**POSTPONED** Staying Close & Connected as a Couple This series of workshops focuses on patterns of communication that facilitate being supportive and accepting of each other. Drawing on research from the Gottman Institute, Theresa Epstein, LICSW, will share specific tools and ideas. Couples of all ages and backgrounds are welcome! Thursdays: May 9, 30 & June 6 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Held at JFS, 1601 16th Ave., Seattle Advance registration is required for the series. $80/couple. Scholarships available. Contact Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org Download the Can We Talk PDF Flier
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Melting Away
Melting Away
Translations: the Seattle Transgender Film Festival JFS copresents Melting Away (2011), a film direct by Doron Eran Sunday: May 12, 2013 7:15 p.m. Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Ave, Seattle For tickets and more info visit the website or contact Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or email familylife@jfsseattle.org
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Parenting Mindfully
Parenting Mindfully
Drawing on Jewish Values through Musar Mindfulness isn't just a buzzword - it's a practice that can improve your family life! We'll explore how parents can express emotions and beliefs in balanced ways as role models and leaders, helping children develop good values and character. We'll look at both traditional Jewish writings and contemporary research and literature in social work, psychology and more. Facilitated by Rabbi Kinberg and Marjorie Schnyder, LICSW; best for parents of children up to 12 years old. Sundays, 11:00 a.m - 12:30 p.m. Come to one, some or all of the sessions! February 3: The Middah of Patience March 17: The Middah of Trust April 14: The Middah of Calmness May 19: The Middah of Responsibility Co-sponsored by and held at Temple B'nai Torah, 15727 NE 4th Street, Bellevue FREE. Advance registration is encouraged. A limited amount of babysitting is provided by TBT teens with advance request. Parents and others from all backgrounds welcome! Contact Marjorie Schnyder at (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org Download the Parenting Mindfully Flier
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Positive Discipline
Positive Discipline
Family Meetings: Finding Solutions Together Positive discipline is a time-tested strategy that builds parent confidence and a smoother family life! Positive discipline guides children in a context of mutual respect, using methods that are firm and kind, and come from both common sense and research. Facilitated by Sarina Behar Natkin, LICSW, Certified Positive Discipline Parent Trainer, Parent Coach and co-founder of GROW Parenting. Best for parents with children 2-12 years old. Parents are welcome to attend one, some or all of the series. Tuesday: 6:15 - 8:45 p.m. Held at JFS, Seattle May 21: Family Meetings: Finding Solutions Together $20/session per person. Advance payment for the series secures one free session! Advance registration required. Financial assistance is available. Contact Marjorie Schnyder, (206) 861-3146 or familylife@jfsseattle.org Download the Positive Discipline PDF Flier
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A Conversation About Life with David Shields
A Conversation About Life with David Shields
Join us as New York Times bestselling author David Shields reads from The Thing About Life Is That One Day You'll Be Dead (2008) and How Literature Saved My Life (2013). Book signing and kosher reception will follow. Wednesday: May 29, 2013 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Held at Phinney Neighborhood Center 6532 Phinney Ave N., Seattle FREE. Register in advance: DavidShields.brownpapertickets.com RSVP Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org Download the Conversation About Life PDF Flier
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"Can We Talk?" POSTPONED
"Can We Talk?" POSTPONED
**POSTPONED** Staying Close & Connected as a Couple This series of workshops focuses on patterns of communication that facilitate being supportive and accepting of each other. Drawing on research from the Gottman Institute, Theresa Epstein, LICSW, will share specific tools and ideas. Couples of all ages and backgrounds are welcome! Thursdays: May 30 & June 6 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Held at JFS, 1601 16th Ave., Seattle Advance registration is required for the series. $80/couple. Scholarships available. Contact Leonid Orlov, (206) 861-8784 or familylife@jfsseattle.org Download the Can We Talk PDF flier
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