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Monday, December 1, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Handling the Holidays Workshop

Monday, December 8th
4:00-5:30 pm

It is normal for grief to intensify during the holiday season. Come learn tools and strategies to navigate through the last two months of the year. We’ll discuss how to develop a plan for yourself and your family. This workshop is offered multiple times, but is the same content each time.

Register by Monday, December 1st: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Shattering Grief Workshop

Tuesday, December 2nd
3:30-5:30 pm

This workshop will provide a unique approach to naming the emotions surrounding loss of a loved one, letting go of regrets, and reconnecting with life without them through an interactive project. This workshop is offered each month, and can be attended once.

Register by Monday, November 24th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for December Truth Card Workshop

Wednesday, December 10th
2:00-4:00 pm

Need some inspiration or a pep-talk to help you cope with your loss or life stressors? Use cut & paste journaling to create little Truth Cards with the words you need to hear. Tuck them in your purse, wallet, or hang them on your mirror to soothe your heart and soul, and provide inspiration and motivation. This workshop is offered each month and can be attended multiple times.

Register by December 3rd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

 

 

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

December Drum Circle

Thursday December 4th
4:00-5:15 pm

Drum circles create a fun, supportive, and safe environment to lose yourself in the rhythm and beat. Be creative as we improvise rhythms on a variety of instruments such as bongos, tubanos, shakers, and other small rhythm instruments. Drumming in community creates space to be creative and free. No music experience necessary. Minimum 3 participants required to run this free drum circle. 

Register by Tuesday, November 25th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place Milwaukee WI 53224

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

Thursdays
10:00--11:30 am

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

Thursdays
12:30--2:00 pm

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Grief 101: An Introductory Class on Grief & Healing

Thursdays
4:00-5:00 pm

Grief 101 meets every Thursday, 4:00-5:00 pm. No registration required. 

A cycle of 4 classes will run continuously, each of the 4 weeks covering unique topics. 

                    Class 1:  Getting the Lay of the Land

                    Class 2:  Navigating the Ups & Downs

                    Class 3: Exploring New Territory

                    Class 4:Honoring the Journey

Participants may join at any point in the cycle, and participate in the classes as many times as they like. 

 

Friday, December 5, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

GRC Book Club: Always a Sibling by Annie Sklaver Orenstein

Fridays, December 5th-26th
2:00-3:30 pm

GRC Book Club: Always a Sibling by Annie Sklaver Orenstein

Join us for a 4-part guided discussion about Annie Sklaver Orenstein’s book, Always A Sibling. This book is about the author’s experience grieving the death of her brother and feeling like a “forgotten mourner”. Each week we will discuss a section of the book and themes related to sibling loss. Books are not provided but participants can find this title at any local library. Please plan to attend all meetings of this multi session workshop.

Fridays, December 5th – 26th 2:00PM-3:30PM

Register by Tuesday, November 25th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Monday, December 8, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Handling the Holidays Workshop

Monday, December 8th
4:00-5:30 pm

It is normal for grief to intensify during the holiday season. Come learn tools and strategies to navigate through the last two months of the year. We’ll discuss how to develop a plan for yourself and your family. This workshop is offered multiple times, but is the same content each time.

Register by Monday, December 1st: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Memorial Ornaments Workshop

Monday, December 15th
3:00-5:00 pm

Memorial Ornaments Workshop

Join us for this holiday themed crafting workshop where each participant can make an ornament that encapsulates memories of a loved one. Create a loving reminder that your family member, friend, or pet is still present during the holiday season. All supplies provided and no previous crafting experience needed. This workshop is offered twice in December and can be attended once. Maximum of 8 participants per workshop.

Monday December 15th 3:00 pm-5:00 pm

Register by Monday, December 8th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for What Do I Tell Them? Tips for Talking with Children about Death and Grieving

Tuesday, December 16th
10:00-11:00 am

What Do I Tell Them? Tips for Talking with Children about Death and Grieving

This educational presentation is for adults seeking information about how to support a child who is grieving the death of a loved one or pet. This workshop will also identify additional resources available such as books, online resources, grief camps and more tailored for grieving children and their families.

Tuesday December 16th 10:00 am-11:00 am

Register by Tuesday December 9th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Truth Card Workshop

Wednesday, December 10th
2:00-4:00 pm

Need some inspiration or a pep-talk to help you cope with your loss or life stressors? Use cut & paste journaling to create little Truth Cards with the words you need to hear. Tuck them in your purse, wallet, or hang them on your mirror to soothe your heart and soul, and provide inspiration and motivation. This workshop is offered each month and can be attended multiple times.

Register by December 3rd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

 

 

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place Milwaukee WI 53224

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

Thursdays
10:00--11:30 am

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

Thursdays
12:30--2:00 pm

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Grief 101: An Introductory Class on Grief & Healing

Thursdays
4:00-5:00 pm

Grief 101 meets every Thursday, 4:00-5:00 pm. No registration required. 

A cycle of 4 classes will run continuously, each of the 4 weeks covering unique topics. 

                    Class 1:  Getting the Lay of the Land

                    Class 2:  Navigating the Ups & Downs

                    Class 3: Exploring New Territory

                    Class 4:Honoring the Journey

Participants may join at any point in the cycle, and participate in the classes as many times as they like. 

 

Monday, December 15, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Memorial Ornaments Workshop

Monday, December 15th
3:00-5:00 pm

Memorial Ornaments Workshop

Join us for this holiday themed crafting workshop where each participant can make an ornament that encapsulates memories of a loved one. Create a loving reminder that your family member, friend, or pet is still present during the holiday season. All supplies provided and no previous crafting experience needed. This workshop is offered twice in December and can be attended once. Maximum of 8 participants per workshop.

Monday December 15th 3:00 pm-5:00 pm

Register by Monday, December 8th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Memorial Ornaments Workshop

Monday, December 22nd
10:00-Noon

Memorial Ornaments Workshop

Join us for this holiday themed crafting workshop where each participant can make an ornament that encapsulates memories of a loved one. Create a loving reminder that your family member, friend, or pet is still present during the holiday season. All supplies provided and no previous crafting experience needed. This workshop is offered twice in December and can be attended once. Maximum of 8 participants per workshop.

Monday December 22nd, 10:00 am-Noon

Register by Monday, December 15th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

What Do I Tell Them? Tips for Talking with Children about Death and Grieving

Tuesday, December 16th
10:00-11:00 am

What Do I Tell Them? Tips for Talking with Children about Death and Grieving

This educational presentation is for adults seeking information about how to support a child who is grieving the death of a loved one or pet. This workshop will also identify additional resources available such as books, online resources, grief camps and more tailored for grieving children and their families.

Tuesday December 16th 10:00 am-11:00 am

Register by Tuesday December 9th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place Milwaukee WI 53224

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

Thursdays
10:00--11:30 am

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

Thursdays
12:30--2:00 pm

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Grief 101: An Introductory Class on Grief & Healing

Thursdays
4:00-5:00 pm

Grief 101 meets every Thursday, 4:00-5:00 pm. No registration required. 

A cycle of 4 classes will run continuously, each of the 4 weeks covering unique topics. 

                    Class 1:  Getting the Lay of the Land

                    Class 2:  Navigating the Ups & Downs

                    Class 3: Exploring New Territory

                    Class 4:Honoring the Journey

Participants may join at any point in the cycle, and participate in the classes as many times as they like. 

 

Monday, December 22, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Memorial Ornaments Workshop

Monday, December 22nd
10:00-Noon

Memorial Ornaments Workshop

Join us for this holiday themed crafting workshop where each participant can make an ornament that encapsulates memories of a loved one. Create a loving reminder that your family member, friend, or pet is still present during the holiday season. All supplies provided and no previous crafting experience needed. This workshop is offered twice in December and can be attended once. Maximum of 8 participants per workshop.

Monday December 22nd, 10:00 am-Noon

Register by Monday, December 15th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Who Am I Now? Rebuilding Identity & Purpose After a Loss

Monday, December 29th
3:00-4:30 pm

Who Am I Now? Rebuilding Identity & Purpose After a Loss

The loss of a loved can cause a shockwave of changes across all areas of a person’s life. Many different aspects of our identity shift during grief causing us to feel confused about our place in the world. This workshop will present ways to reconnect with what’s important as people rebuild life after loss.

Monday December 29th 3:00 pm-4:30 pm

Register by Monday December 22nd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

Thursdays
12:30--2:00 pm

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for S.E.L.F. Care: A Model for Wellness throughout 2026

Tuesday, December 30th
2:30-4:30 pm

Set yourself up for wellness in 2026 with a simple self care practice. You deserve to be well and feel your best physically, mentally, socially, and environmentally. 

Did you know that you can practice self-care in 15 minutes a day? Come learn the powerful tools of S.E.L.F. care and how you can integrate it into the fabric of your day—no money or extravagant tools necessary. Practice tools that will give you peace and calm amidst the storm of grief and for life in general.

Register by Tuesday December 23rd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Rebuilding Relationships Workshop

Wednesday, December 31st
1:00-2:00 pm

Rebuilding Relationships

The loss of a loved one changes our relationships. Rebuilding social support is not always easy and this workshop shares helpful suggestions for people interested in improving their social network. Learn ways to set healthy boundaries and strengthen your relationships with others.

Wednesday December 31st 1:00 pm-2:00 pm

Register by Tuesday December 23rd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Expressing Grief Through Poetry

Fridays, January 2nd-February 6th
9:00-10:30 am

Expressing Grief Through Poetry

This short-term support group will provide participants with the opportunity to explore different styles of poetry writing as a creative outlet to express grief. Each week of this 6-part series will focus on a different form of poetry writing. Participants will practice expressing their thoughts and feelings about grief by writing their own poems during group. No prior experience with creative writing or poetry is needed. Participants are not required to share their poetry with the group. Minimum of 3 registrants required.

Fridays, January 2nd – February 6th 9:00 am-10:30 am

Register by Tuesday, December 23rd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place Milwaukee WI 53224

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group (Special Date)

Tuesday, December 23rd
10:00--11:30 am

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Horizon Grief Resource Center Closed

Thursday December 25th

The Grief Resource Center will be closed on Christmas Day. 

Monday, December 29, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Who Am I Now? Rebuilding Identity & Purpose After a Loss

Monday, December 29th
3:00-4:30 pm

Who Am I Now? Rebuilding Identity & Purpose After a Loss

The loss of a loved can cause a shockwave of changes across all areas of a person’s life. Many different aspects of our identity shift during grief causing us to feel confused about our place in the world. This workshop will present ways to reconnect with what’s important as people rebuild life after loss.

Monday December 29th 3:00 pm-4:30 pm

Register by Monday December 22nd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Cultivating Joy

Tuesday, January 6th
11:00-12:30 pm

Cultivating Joy

Grief can feel like having bad days and worse days. It can be valuable to take breaks from grieving to connect with things that bring you joy. This workshop will investigate the science of happiness to help people learn ways to be intentional about increasing the enjoyment of the everyday.

Tuesday January 6th 11:00AM-12:30PM

Register by Monday December 29th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for What do I do with this? Handling Belongings Workshop

Monday, January 5th
4:00-5:30 pm

Going through our loved ones belongings can be overwhelming and heartbreaking. Come learn strategies to help you decide what to keep and what to let go of. We'll talk about ways to honor your loved one and their legacy through the belongings you chose to keep or give to family & friends. And we'll give you suggestions for where to donate the items you chose to let go. 

Register by Monday, December 29th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

 

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Soul Book Experience (Multi-session workshop)

Wednesdays, January 7th-21st
1:00-4:00 pm

Soul Book is a soulful artsy project that is fun to make and deeply meaningful and personal at the same time. You’ll create a beautiful chunky Soul Book full of all of the things your beautiful heart knows, but sometimes forgets. You’ll fill it with reminders of important things you may have forgotten about yourself…things we don’t ever want to forget. 

You are So, SO invited!

Everyone can make a Soul Book. You don't have to be an experienced artist to enjoy this fun project.  I'll take you step by step through the process of making your own special Soul Book. You'll enjoy working with a variety of art supplies and tools. A beautiful kit is provided for you to make it easy to create your very own Soul Book. You can make your Soul Book as beautifully simple or as artsy and Creative as you like! 

Register by Monday December 29th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

Thursdays
12:30--2:00 pm

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

S.E.L.F. Care: A Model for Wellness throughout 2026

Tuesday, December 30th
2:30-4:30 pm

Set yourself up for wellness in 2026 with a simple self care practice. You deserve to be well and feel your best physically, mentally, socially, and environmentally. 

Did you know that you can practice self-care in 15 minutes a day? Come learn the powerful tools of S.E.L.F. care and how you can integrate it into the fabric of your day—no money or extravagant tools necessary. Practice tools that will give you peace and calm amidst the storm of grief and for life in general.

Register by Tuesday December 23rd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Registration Deadline for Creative Soul Searching Group

Fridays, January 9th-February 27th
1:30-3:30 pm

Who am I now? How do I navigate life going forward? Life transitions, change, grief and loss impact our sense of identity as well as our dreams and future plans.

This eight week group will use Melody Ross’s Creative Soul Searching curriculum to help you discover who you are now and connect to yourself. We’ll create an art journal using cut & paste curriculum.

All supplies provided. No creative skills or art journaling experience necessary.

Register by Tuesday, December 30th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC

 

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place Milwaukee WI 53224

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group (Special Date)

Tuesday, December 30th
10:00--11:30 am

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

 

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Horizon Grief Resource Center, 11002 W Park Place, Milwaukee WI 53224

Rebuilding Relationships Workshop

Wednesday, December 31st
1:00-2:00 pm

Rebuilding Relationships

The loss of a loved one changes our relationships. Rebuilding social support is not always easy and this workshop shares helpful suggestions for people interested in improving their social network. Learn ways to set healthy boundaries and strengthen your relationships with others.

Wednesday December 31st 1:00 pm-2:00 pm

Register by Tuesday December 23rd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/horizonGRC