Upcoming in The Neighborhood

July and August 2021 : Celebrating Play!

September 2021 : Mocktail Monday

October 2021 : Cozy Story Time

November 2021 : Grief before Gratitude




Follow @TheCareNeighborhood on Instagram to join our practices.  See this blog for recaps and reflections.
Rituals may be changed or added to meet the neighborhood needs. 

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