BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Affirmations - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Affirmations X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://goaffirmations.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Affirmations REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20260308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20261101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20270314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20271107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T200000 DTSTAMP:20251031T124826Z CREATED:20250514T010346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T124826Z UID:10011430-1781805600-1781812800@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Queer Death Cafe DESCRIPTION:A monthly group exploring for queer and trans folks to discuss death with no objectives or themes. This isn’t therapy or grief counseling — it’s a space for honest\, thoughtful conversation. \nMeets 3rd Thursdays at 6pm-8pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/queer-death-cafe/2026-06-18/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260609T131417Z CREATED:20251203T191411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T131417Z UID:10017026-1781805600-1781812800@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Bridging Generations: Open Mic Night (all ages) DESCRIPTION:Join us for our every-other-month all ages open mic night. This event is offered in partnership with MiGen. More details\, theme\, and additional Open Mic partners to be announced closer to the event date. \n\nPerformance sign-ups are available during the event period. Spots can not be reserved in advance and are first come first served. \n\n  \nYouth 13 & under must be accompanied by parent/guardian. \n\nKeep an eye out for the RSVP form! URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/bridging-generations-open-mic-night-all-ages-2/ LOCATION:Affirmations Gallery\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Culture,Identity,Senior (45+),Social,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goaffirmations.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Open-Mic-Website-Banner-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T184500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260618T194500 DTSTAMP:20251031T130210Z CREATED:20250208T003627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T130210Z UID:10009949-1781808300-1781811900@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Writing Group DESCRIPTION:Converse and exchange ideas with fellow writers virtually. Share current projects or spark inspiration for new ones. \nMeets 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:45pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/writing-group/2026-06-18/ CATEGORIES:Activity,Groups (18+),Social LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620 DTSTAMP:20250617T174043Z CREATED:20250617T174043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T174043Z UID:10012570-1781827200-1781913599@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:JUNETEENTH: Center is Closed DESCRIPTION:In observance of Juneteenth\, Affirmations will be closed. If you are attending a group or event that falls on that day\, please contact your group for details on this week’s meeting. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/juneteenth-center-is-closed/2026-06-19/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260619T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260619T233000 DTSTAMP:20260609T133312Z CREATED:20260609T133151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T133312Z UID:10018991-1781899200-1781911800@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:The ALL LOVE & THUNDER Poetry Slam DESCRIPTION:Proceeds Benefit Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center \nTickets available HERE! \nGet ready to unleash your wildest ideas with raw energy at this epic poetry showdown! \nThe ⭐️ALL LOVE & THUNDER⚡️ Poetry Slam! is here: \n💛 BACKGROUND:\nSo boom\, William Dorsey Swann\, an intergenerationed survivor of America’s race-based human-traffick scheme [chattel enslavement]\, was the 1st person in U.S. history to ever lead a gay resistance group ever AND? the first known person ever to self-identify as a “queen of drag”! \n💛 EVENT OVERVIEW:\nThe ⭐️ALL LOVE & THUNDER⚡️ Poetry Slam is a high-stakes battle of the greatest minds in poetry\, established in observance and commememoration of miss Swann on the intersection between Pride and Juneteenth by recognizing a voice whose poetry\, as determined by a panel of 5 JUDGES over 3 ROUNDS\, exemplifies the likeness of The POWER OF LOVE! \nJoin us in person! for an unforgettable night filled with passion\, rhythm\, and raw talent. Whether you’re a poet or a fan\, this slam? is the PERFECT spot to celebrate creativity and community. Bring YOUR ENERGY! YOUR VOICE! and YOUR LOVE for powerful words! \nThis competition calls on participants to rise above the ranks\, and expand the lexicon of love\, unity\, and most importantly—UPRISING! \nLet’s make some noise and feel the thunder? Together! \n💛 OFFICIAL SLAM RULES:\nTIME LIMIT: 3 minutes and 30 seconds (0.619 time penalty every 10 seconds above) \nSCORING: 0-10 points per judge (scores will be averaged minus the highest and lowest score every round) Cumulative scoring \nPROP RULE: Poets may not use any items during their performance whatsoever nor expect music or backtrackings \nPREPARATION: Poets should bring 4 or more poems. Although there are ONLY 3 planned rounds—in the event of a tie\, poets must compete head-2-head sudden-death to determine our final winner. \nPRIZE: 1.) $619 GRAND PRIZE 2.) A HEAD CROWN URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/the-%e2%9a%a1%ef%b8%8fall-love-thunder%e2%ad%90%ef%b8%8f-poetry-slam/ CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Social Groups & Meet Ups,Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goaffirmations.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Love-and-Thunder-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260620T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260620T113000 DTSTAMP:20251031T130430Z CREATED:20250208T003227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T130430Z UID:10008386-1781949600-1781955000@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:SMART Recovery DESCRIPTION:SMART Recovery is an international community of peer support groups that help people recover from addictive and problematic behaviors\, using a self-empowering and evidence-informed program. SMART stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training. The SMART approach is secular and research-based. Have specific questions about SMART Recovery? Email lizhilldetroit@gmail.com. \nMeets Saturdays at 10am-11:30am. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/smart-recovery/2026-06-20/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Recovery,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260620T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260620T120000 DTSTAMP:20251031T130510Z CREATED:20250208T002921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T130510Z UID:10008125-1781951400-1781956800@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Coming Out Group DESCRIPTION:A confidential support group covering all aspects of coming out and the effects it may have in life. \nMeets Saturdays at 10:30am-12pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/coming-out-group/2026-06-20/ CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Identity,Support LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260620T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260620T150000 DTSTAMP:20251031T122919Z CREATED:20250215T011740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T122919Z UID:10000205-1781962200-1781967600@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Brown Baggers AA DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays\, Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:30am\, and Saturdays at 1:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/brown-baggers-aa-2/2026-06-20/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Recovery,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260620T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260620T160000 DTSTAMP:20251031T130245Z CREATED:20250208T003425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T130245Z UID:10007864-1781964000-1781971200@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:TeaEnby - Transgender & Nonbinary Discussion Group DESCRIPTION:A group for transgender\, non-binary\, and gender non-conforming individuals to find and be in community. \nMeets Tuesdays at 6pm-8pm (virtual) and Saturdays at 2pm-4pm (in person). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/transgender-and-non-binary-discussion-2/2026-06-20/ LOCATION:Affirmations Board Room\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Identity,Social,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260620T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260620T190000 DTSTAMP:20251031T125947Z CREATED:20250208T002922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125947Z UID:10007543-1781974800-1781982000@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Men's Discussion Group DESCRIPTION:Discussion group for gay\, bisexual\, and transgender men. Topics vary from lighthearted subjects to in-depth discussions. \nMeets Saturdays at 5pm-7pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/mens-discussion-group/2026-06-20/ LOCATION:Affirmations Board Room\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Identity,Social,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260620T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260620T210000 DTSTAMP:20251031T122845Z CREATED:20250208T002918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T122845Z UID:10010414-1781982000-1781989200@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA) - Crystal Clean DESCRIPTION:A confidential recovery group for those recovering from the use of Crystal Meth. \nMeets Wednesdays at 7:30pm (hybrid) and Saturdays at 7pm (virtual). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/cma-crystal-clean-2/2026-06-20/ CATEGORIES:Recovery,Support LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260622T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260622T130000 DTSTAMP:20251031T122529Z CREATED:20250208T002917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T122529Z UID:10013915-1782127800-1782133200@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Brown Baggers AA DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays\, Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:30am\, and Saturdays at 1:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/brown-baggers-aa/2026-06-22/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Recovery,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260622T174500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260622T190000 DTSTAMP:20251031T122435Z CREATED:20250208T003227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T122435Z UID:10013456-1782150300-1782154800@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Serenity AA Group DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays at 5:45pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/serenity-aa-group/2026-06-22/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Recovery,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260622T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260622T193000 DTSTAMP:20251030T192733Z CREATED:20251030T192733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T192733Z UID:10016481-1782151200-1782156600@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Yallah Talk! DESCRIPTION:A free\, safe space for LGBTQ+ Arabs and Arab Americans in Metro Detroit to connect and build community. Share stories and resources\, find support\, and build strength together! \nMeets 2nd & 4th Mondays at at 6pm-7:30pm (hybrid). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/yallah-talk/2026-06-22/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Identity,Social,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260622T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260622T200000 DTSTAMP:20260804T132627Z CREATED:20250208T002917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T132627Z UID:10006961-1782154800-1782158400@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Bisexual + Community Support (Paused Until the Fall) DESCRIPTION:A discussion and support group for members of the bisexual+ community\, including those who self-identify as bisexual\, pansexual\, omnisexual\, queer\, polysexual or any person who experiences attraction to more than one gender. All gender identities are welcome! The group will address current events and issues affecting the Bisexual+ community by creating a space where participants can engage in enjoyable and meaningful discussions\, group activities and projects\, and social events. \nMeets Mondays at 7pm-8pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/bisexual-community-support/2026-06-22/ LOCATION:Affirmations Board Room\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Identity,Social,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260622T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260622T203000 DTSTAMP:20251031T123833Z CREATED:20250728T155933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T123833Z UID:10015876-1782154800-1782160200@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) DESCRIPTION:SAA support group utilizes a twelve-step program to help people 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. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/sex-addicts-anonymous-saa/2026-06-22/ CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Recovery,Support LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260623T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260623T190000 DTSTAMP:20250215T013829Z CREATED:20250208T003024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T013829Z UID:10001375-1782237600-1782241200@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Reading Rainbow DESCRIPTION:The Ferndale Library and Affirmations cohost a social club/book club for kids in grades 4-8\, meeting on the fourth Tuesday of each month\, starting at 6:00 pm in the library’s program room.\nThis is a social hour with a book discussion included. Each month\, attendees have the chance to read and then discuss a selected book at the Reading Rainbow. \nKids don’t have to have finished (or even started) the book to attend the Reading Rainbow; the rest of the hour is free time dedicated to socializing/crafting/hanging out together. \nDrop-Ins are always welcome! \nYou can pick up a copy of this month’s book at the Ferndale Library or place a hold online. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/reading-rainbow/2026-06-23/ LOCATION:Ferndale Area District Library\, 222 E 9 Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Ferndale Area District Library &%3B Affirmations":MAILTO:damon@fadl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260623T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260623T200000 DTSTAMP:20251031T125827Z CREATED:20250208T003424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125827Z UID:10010748-1782237600-1782244800@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:TeaEnby - Transgender & Nonbinary Discussion Group DESCRIPTION:A group for transgender\, non-binary\, and gender non-conforming individuals to find and be in community. \nMeets Tuesdays at 6pm-8pm (virtual) and Saturdays at 2pm-4pm (in person). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/transgender-and-non-binary-discussion/2026-06-23/ CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Identity,Social,Support LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260623T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260623T200000 DTSTAMP:20251031T125738Z CREATED:20250208T003022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125738Z UID:10006058-1782239400-1782244800@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Diversity Group DESCRIPTION:A Narcotics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from use of narcotics. \nMeets Tuesdays at 6:30pm-8pm (hybrid). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/na-diversity-group/2026-06-23/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Recovery,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260623T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260623T203000 DTSTAMP:20251031T125657Z CREATED:20250208T002921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125657Z UID:10005536-1782241200-1782246600@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Coming Out Together Group DESCRIPTION:A confidential support group covering all aspects of coming out and the effects it may have in life. \nMeets Tuesdays at 7pm-8:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/coming-out-together-group/2026-06-23/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Identity,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T130000 DTSTAMP:20251031T122529Z CREATED:20250208T002917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T122529Z UID:10013916-1782300600-1782306000@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Brown Baggers AA DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays\, Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:30am\, and Saturdays at 1:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/brown-baggers-aa/2026-06-24/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Recovery,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T150000 DTSTAMP:20251031T125613Z CREATED:20250208T003226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125613Z UID:10005275-1782306000-1782313200@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Senior Koffee Klatch DESCRIPTION:A discussion and networking group for people 45 and older. Various discussion topics\, social outings\, and potlucks are held throughout the year. \nMeets Wednesdays at 1pm and Fridays at 1pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/senior-koffee-klatch/2026-06-24/ LOCATION:Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Ally,Senior (45+),Social,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T190000 DTSTAMP:20260519T205500Z CREATED:20260512T142024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T205500Z UID:10018962-1782316800-1782327600@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Free HIV Testing & Vaccines at Affirmations DESCRIPTION:Access free\, safe\, and confidential HIV testing and vaccine administration at Affirmations. Through our partnerships with Oakland County Health Department\, vaccines and discreet HIV are available via appointments and walk-ins. You are not required to be an Oakland County resident to attend. Vaccines and tests vary by availability. Call the Oakland County Health Department for more details: 248-858-1280 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/vaccine-and-sti-testing-3-2/2026-06-24/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Healthcare & Testing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T022150Z CREATED:20260420T142942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T022150Z UID:10018897-1782324000-1782331200@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Monthly Midweek Meetup DESCRIPTION:Gather and chat with your LGBTQ+ allies and friends every last Wednesday of the month! \n🍕Food provided!\n📺 Episodes/Show/Games start at 6:30\n🌟 Queer nostalgia and cackles guaranteed \n*Indoors on the 2nd floor during Winter* \nThis event will be at Como’s Restaurant\, 22812 Woodward Ave\, Ferndale\, MI 48220 URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/monthly-midweek-meetup-2-2/2026-06-24/ CATEGORIES:Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goaffirmations.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pizza-Party-Website-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T142441Z CREATED:20260402T184331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T142441Z UID:10018593-1782325800-1782331200@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Stonewall Run Club 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 on odd weeks (1&3) \nDownload GPX Route Below: \n5k Route \nStarting at Affirmations (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 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 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 (left) 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 behind Soho and Sidecar Slider Bar. \nInclement Weather Decision & Announcement\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 precipitation\, lightning\, or otherwise unsafe conditions at or near our route along Nine Mile Road and Troy Street at the time of the decision. \nThe Backup Plan\nOnce we’ve built up a regular crew\, any cancelled Wednesday run 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 update by 11 AM = run is on as planned\nFollow @stonewalldetroit and @goaffirmations for announcements! URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/stonewall-run-club/2026-06-24/ CATEGORIES:Activity,Social,Sports & Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://goaffirmations.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Website-Banner-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T203000 DTSTAMP:20251031T125507Z CREATED:20250208T002922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125507Z UID:10004753-1782327600-1782333000@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Disability and Discussion Group DESCRIPTION:A space for disabled LGBTQ+ folks to be ourselves unapologetically\, without worrying about our personal challenges not being taken seriously. Share out about your week\, help to support others in the community\, and discuss key disability-related social issues all within an inclusive\, intersectional environment. \nMeets Wednesdays at 7pm-8:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/disability-and-discussion-group/2026-06-24/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Ally,Groups (18+),Identity,Social,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T203000 DTSTAMP:20251031T125400Z CREATED:20250208T002917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125400Z UID:10004492-1782329400-1782333000@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA) - Crystal Clean DESCRIPTION:A confidential recovery group for those recovering from the use of Crystal Meth. \nMeets Wednesdays at 7:30pm (hybrid) and Saturdays at 7pm (virtual). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/cma-crystal-clean/2026-06-24/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Recovery,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T130000 DTSTAMP:20251031T125308Z CREATED:20250208T003023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T125308Z UID:10002605-1782387000-1782392400@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Regardless Of… Group DESCRIPTION:A Narcotics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from use of narcotics. \nMeets Thursdays at 11:30am-1pm (hybrid). \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/na-regardless-of-group/2026-06-25/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Groups (18+),Recovery,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260625T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260625T203000 DTSTAMP:20251031T122749Z CREATED:20250722T162845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T122749Z UID:10014577-1782412200-1782419400@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:BOLD (Black\, Open\, Loving\, & Defiant): Black Queer Support Network DESCRIPTION:BOLD (Black. Open. Loving. Defiant.): Black Queer Support Network aims to provide emotional support\, resource sharing\, advocacy\, and skill-building for adults within the Black LGBTQIA+ community. The group will follow a structured\, culturally competent\, and trauma-informed approach 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. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/bold-black-open-loving-defiant-black-queer-support-network/2026-06-25/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Identity,Social,Support END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T130000 DTSTAMP:20251031T122529Z CREATED:20250208T002917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T122529Z UID:10013917-1782473400-1782478800@goaffirmations.org SUMMARY:Brown Baggers AA DESCRIPTION:An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use. \nMeets Mondays\, Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:30am\, and Saturdays at 1:30pm. \nPlease submit the registration form to join. URL:https://goaffirmations.org/event/brown-baggers-aa/2026-06-26/ LOCATION:Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202\, 290 W Nine Mile Rd\, Ferndale\, 48220 CATEGORIES:Recovery,Support END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR