MI National Guard Child and Youth Programs

11/07/2025

Join 4-H staff as they take a look into life working with fisheries and wildlife! This month’s 4-H Wild Spartans Series will explore the unexpected world of working with wildlife in the armed forces. Join 4-H on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 at 6:30pm EST for “Wildfire, Wildlife, and Warriors: Science Where You Least Expect It” You will meet Michele Richards, Natural Resources and Wildland Fire Program Manager with the MI Army National Guard. You’ll learn about her work, and the education and career path she followed to get there. Youth will be encouraged to ask questions to learn more through a live Q&A. This free virtual series is open to 4-H and non-4-H youth ages 12-19 years. Monthly sessions will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm EST. Pre-registration is required: https://events.anr.msu.edu/WildSpartansSeriesFall2025Spring2026/

11/06/2025

Want some amazing discounts and freebees for Military Family Appreciation Month? Look no further, click below for more information!

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11/06/2025

👻 Trunk or Treat Success! 🚀

Huge thanks to Starbase in Battle Creek for the awesome Trunk or Treat! We loved celebrating with all the families. The Child and Youth Program had a great time running our Resiliency (MRT) game! And how cool was it watching Starbase help the kids create those incredible STEM tornados? 🌪️

Ready for more hands-on fun? Join our Child and Youth Program's STEM Club Explorers! We partner with different Starbases across MI! Follow us for details or reach out to madison.m.dean5.ctr@army.mil

11/05/2025

Unwrap the holiday magic with the "Be You in December Packet!" ✨
Say goodbye to holiday stress and hello to new family traditions! Our packet is absolutely bursting with:
Fun Holiday Activities ❄️
Exciting Games 🎲
MRT Training (Master Resilience Training)
Delightful Crafts 🖍️
Everything you need to keep the whole family delighted all month long!
Hurry! Packets are limited! Make new memories today.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-be-you-in-december-packet-tickets-1955234030619?aff=oddtdtcreator

11/04/2025

🛠️ Resiliency Quick Tip: Celebrate Wins! 🥳
This month's Master Resilience Training (MRT) focus is Effective Praise & Constructive Responding. This powerful communication technique is how military families build strong connections and resilience.
What It Is:
Effective Praise: Don't just say "Good job!" Name the specific effort or strategy that led to success. (Example: "You finished your homework early! Your planning really paid off.")
Constructive Responding (ACR): When a loved one shares good news, don't rush it! Show authentic interest and ask questions to help them relive the positive experience. This is the only way to truly strengthen your relationship during moments of joy.
Why It Matters for Mil-Life:
Military life brings unique challenges. By actively celebrating the good stuff, you:
Build Winning Streaks: Encourage the positive behaviors that help you navigate frequent changes.
Maximize Connection: Create emotional strength that lasts through deployments and stressful moves.
Try it today! Be on the lookout for a small success and praise the effort, not just the result!

11/04/2025

USO Storytime: Virtual Turkey Tales
Nov 19th, 2025
6:00 PM EST
Register HERE:

Join the USO in Michigan and Ohio and other military families from around these two states for a couple Thanksgiving themed stories and crafts!

11/03/2025

Planning for college? The Scholarships for Military Children Program is here to help! Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year open on December 10, 2025 and close February 11, 2026. Each commissary with qualified applicants will award at least one scholarship—valued at $2,000. Learn more and prepare to apply : https://www.fisherhouse.org/programs/scholarship-programs/

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11/01/2025

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10/31/2025

Click here to register: https://operationhomefront.org/event/holiday-meals-in-selfridge-angb-mi/

10/30/2025

We will need to cancel the STEM event at Starbase on November 1 because we didn't meet the minimum amount of attendees to hold the event. Don't worry, we will be rescheduling in 2026 at the Battle Creek location. Keep checking our Facebook and Instagram pages for more events coming soon!

10/30/2025

Last Chance! Want to make this Thanksgiving unforgettable? Sign up for our Thankful Packet!
It's packed with doorstep-delivered fun including:
Games
Science activities
Recipes
A fun Thanksgiving craft the whole family can make!
Don't miss out! These packets are limited.
👉 Sign up today to secure your family's festive fun!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-thankful-packet-tickets-1748393013569?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl