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SUMMARY:Hessel School House Historic Tour
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the Hessel School House originally served as a school? Founded in 1938\, the building housed students from kindergarten through fifth grade. We invite you to join us as we share stories about our alumni\, teachers\, and community\, as well as the various roles the building has served over the years. We will also be serving the legendary Hilda Johnson peanut butter cookies. \nWhile there is no charge to attend\, donations are appreciated.  Pre-registration is highly encouraged to help with planning of the tours. \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or register online at \nThis tour is offered weekly during the summer. 
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/hessel-school-house-historic-tour/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Lectures and Workshops,Pre-teen,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260906T100000
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SUMMARY:Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisan Market
DESCRIPTION:The Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisans Market takes place every Sunday at the Hessel School House. For more information or to contact the organizer of this event to be a vendor\, please email them directly or visit their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LesCheneauxFarmersMarket/
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/les-cheneaux-farmers-artisan-market-6/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Les Cheneaux Farmer & Artisan Market":MAILTO:lescheneauxfarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T160000
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SUMMARY:Jam Session
DESCRIPTION:Jam Sessions at Hessel School House!  \nJam Sessions offer an easygoing afternoon of live music-making in a welcoming\, historic setting. \n\nBring your favorite instrument\nSing along\nPlay your heart out\nOr simply sit back and enjoy the music\n\nMusicians of all levels are welcome — whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for years. Not a musician? No problem! Come soak in the sounds and spend a relaxing afternoon with friends and neighbors. \nAll sessions are held from 2:00 – 4:00 PM. \nFor additional information\, call Tricia Little —(906) 203-7844
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/jam-session-10/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Concerts,Family Friendly,Pre-teen,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T224532Z
CREATED:20260503T224532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T224532Z
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SUMMARY:Hessel School House Historic Tour
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the Hessel School House originally served as a school? Founded in 1938\, the building housed students from kindergarten through fifth grade. We invite you to join us as we share stories about our alumni\, teachers\, and community\, as well as the various roles the building has served over the years. We will also be serving the legendary Hilda Johnson peanut butter cookies. \nWhile there is no charge to attend\, donations are appreciated.  Pre-registration is highly encouraged to help with planning of the tours. \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or register online at \nThis tour is offered weekly during the summer. 
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/hessel-school-house-historic-tour/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Lectures and Workshops,Pre-teen,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Historical-Tours-header.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171848Z
CREATED:20260814T171848Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Summer Bingo Night at Hessel School House \nGet ready for a fun-filled summer evening of BINGO\, cash prizes\, and community fun at the Hessel School House! \nJoin us on Thursday\, September 10 for your chance to shout “BINGO!” and take home a cash prize. Bring your friends\, family\, and a little bit of luck for a lively night at this historic community gathering place. \nDoors open at 5:00 PM\nGames begin at 6:00 PM \nCome early\, grab a good seat\, and enjoy refreshments available for purchase before and during the games. \nWhether you’re a seasoned Bingo player or just looking for a fun summer night out\, we’d love to see you there. Come play\, win\, snack\, and make a night of it at Hessel School House!
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/summer-bingo-2/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260903T153021Z
CREATED:20260903T153021Z
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SUMMARY:Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisan Market
DESCRIPTION:The Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisans Market takes place every Sunday at the Hessel School House. For more information or to contact the organizer of this event to be a vendor\, please email them directly or visit their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LesCheneauxFarmersMarket/
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/les-cheneaux-farmers-artisan-market-6/2026-09-13/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Les Cheneaux Farmer & Artisan Market":MAILTO:lescheneauxfarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T224532Z
CREATED:20260503T224532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T224532Z
UID:10002948-1789563600-1789570800@hesselschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Hessel School House Historic Tour
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the Hessel School House originally served as a school? Founded in 1938\, the building housed students from kindergarten through fifth grade. We invite you to join us as we share stories about our alumni\, teachers\, and community\, as well as the various roles the building has served over the years. We will also be serving the legendary Hilda Johnson peanut butter cookies. \nWhile there is no charge to attend\, donations are appreciated.  Pre-registration is highly encouraged to help with planning of the tours. \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or register online at \nThis tour is offered weekly during the summer. 
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/hessel-school-house-historic-tour/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Lectures and Workshops,Pre-teen,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Historical-Tours-header.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260903T153021Z
CREATED:20260903T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T153021Z
UID:10003352-1789898400-1789909200@hesselschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisan Market
DESCRIPTION:The Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisans Market takes place every Sunday at the Hessel School House. For more information or to contact the organizer of this event to be a vendor\, please email them directly or visit their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LesCheneauxFarmersMarket/
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/les-cheneaux-farmers-artisan-market-6/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Les Cheneaux Farmer & Artisan Market":MAILTO:lescheneauxfarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T103416Z
CREATED:20260916T105116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T103416Z
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SUMMARY:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters Display
DESCRIPTION:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\nSeptember 24 – October 11\nHessel School House\nTuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Sunday\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nFree Admission | All Ages Welcome \nThe Hessel School House is honored to host “Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\,” an eight-panel informational display focused on awareness of the boarding and residential school experience and its lasting impacts on Indigenous children\, families\, and communities. \nThis self-guided display provides an opportunity to learn about the history and legacy of Indian residential and boarding school systems\, while creating space to commemorate the children who experienced these schools\, witness and honor the healing journeys of Survivors and their families\, and reflect on our shared responsibility toward truth and reconciliation. \nThe display is appropriate for all ages and invites visitors to take their time\, learn\, reflect\, and engage in meaningful conversation. By bringing this display to the Hessel School House\, we hope to create opportunities for discussion about the effects and legacy of these schools—conversations that can help us listen to one another\, build understanding\, and create bridges within our communities. \nOrange Shirt Day — September 30\nWe also encourage everyone to participate in Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters on September 30. \nSeptember 30 was chosen because it falls at the time of year when Indigenous children were historically taken from their homes and families and sent to residential schools. Orange Shirt Day provides an opportunity for the community to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. It’s a symbol that honors residential school Survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States \nHow to participate: Wear Orange.\nOn September 30\, wear an orange shirt\, top\, or accessory as a visible expression of remembrance and your commitment to truth and reconciliation. \nWhy This Matters\n“Every Child Matters” honors residential school survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States. \nWe invite our community to visit the display\, learn together\, ask questions\, listen\, and reflect. This is an opportunity to create meaningful dialogue\, deepen understanding\, and continue building bridges through truth\, reconciliation\, remembrance\, and hope. \nFree to attend. All are welcome.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/remembrance-healing-every-child-matters-display/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Exhibitions,Family Friendly,Pre-teen,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Special-Exhibit-Rememberence-and-Healing-1.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T103416Z
CREATED:20260916T105116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T103416Z
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SUMMARY:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters Display
DESCRIPTION:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\nSeptember 24 – October 11\nHessel School House\nTuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Sunday\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nFree Admission | All Ages Welcome \nThe Hessel School House is honored to host “Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\,” an eight-panel informational display focused on awareness of the boarding and residential school experience and its lasting impacts on Indigenous children\, families\, and communities. \nThis self-guided display provides an opportunity to learn about the history and legacy of Indian residential and boarding school systems\, while creating space to commemorate the children who experienced these schools\, witness and honor the healing journeys of Survivors and their families\, and reflect on our shared responsibility toward truth and reconciliation. \nThe display is appropriate for all ages and invites visitors to take their time\, learn\, reflect\, and engage in meaningful conversation. By bringing this display to the Hessel School House\, we hope to create opportunities for discussion about the effects and legacy of these schools—conversations that can help us listen to one another\, build understanding\, and create bridges within our communities. \nOrange Shirt Day — September 30\nWe also encourage everyone to participate in Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters on September 30. \nSeptember 30 was chosen because it falls at the time of year when Indigenous children were historically taken from their homes and families and sent to residential schools. Orange Shirt Day provides an opportunity for the community to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. It’s a symbol that honors residential school Survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States \nHow to participate: Wear Orange.\nOn September 30\, wear an orange shirt\, top\, or accessory as a visible expression of remembrance and your commitment to truth and reconciliation. \nWhy This Matters\n“Every Child Matters” honors residential school survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States. \nWe invite our community to visit the display\, learn together\, ask questions\, listen\, and reflect. This is an opportunity to create meaningful dialogue\, deepen understanding\, and continue building bridges through truth\, reconciliation\, remembrance\, and hope. \nFree to attend. All are welcome.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/remembrance-healing-every-child-matters-display/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Exhibitions,Family Friendly,Pre-teen,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Special-Exhibit-Rememberence-and-Healing-1.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T103416Z
CREATED:20260916T105116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T103416Z
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SUMMARY:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters Display
DESCRIPTION:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\nSeptember 24 – October 11\nHessel School House\nTuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Sunday\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nFree Admission | All Ages Welcome \nThe Hessel School House is honored to host “Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\,” an eight-panel informational display focused on awareness of the boarding and residential school experience and its lasting impacts on Indigenous children\, families\, and communities. \nThis self-guided display provides an opportunity to learn about the history and legacy of Indian residential and boarding school systems\, while creating space to commemorate the children who experienced these schools\, witness and honor the healing journeys of Survivors and their families\, and reflect on our shared responsibility toward truth and reconciliation. \nThe display is appropriate for all ages and invites visitors to take their time\, learn\, reflect\, and engage in meaningful conversation. By bringing this display to the Hessel School House\, we hope to create opportunities for discussion about the effects and legacy of these schools—conversations that can help us listen to one another\, build understanding\, and create bridges within our communities. \nOrange Shirt Day — September 30\nWe also encourage everyone to participate in Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters on September 30. \nSeptember 30 was chosen because it falls at the time of year when Indigenous children were historically taken from their homes and families and sent to residential schools. Orange Shirt Day provides an opportunity for the community to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. It’s a symbol that honors residential school Survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States \nHow to participate: Wear Orange.\nOn September 30\, wear an orange shirt\, top\, or accessory as a visible expression of remembrance and your commitment to truth and reconciliation. \nWhy This Matters\n“Every Child Matters” honors residential school survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States. \nWe invite our community to visit the display\, learn together\, ask questions\, listen\, and reflect. This is an opportunity to create meaningful dialogue\, deepen understanding\, and continue building bridges through truth\, reconciliation\, remembrance\, and hope. \nFree to attend. All are welcome.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/remembrance-healing-every-child-matters-display/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Exhibitions,Family Friendly,Pre-teen,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Special-Exhibit-Rememberence-and-Healing-1.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260903T153021Z
CREATED:20260903T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T153021Z
UID:10003353-1790503200-1790514000@hesselschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisan Market
DESCRIPTION:The Les Cheneaux Farmers & Artisans Market takes place every Sunday at the Hessel School House. For more information or to contact the organizer of this event to be a vendor\, please email them directly or visit their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LesCheneauxFarmersMarket/
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/les-cheneaux-farmers-artisan-market-6/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/LesCheneaux-Farms-market.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Les Cheneaux Farmer & Artisan Market":MAILTO:lescheneauxfarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T103416Z
CREATED:20260916T105116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T103416Z
UID:10003755-1790503200-1790524800@hesselschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters Display
DESCRIPTION:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\nSeptember 24 – October 11\nHessel School House\nTuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Sunday\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nFree Admission | All Ages Welcome \nThe Hessel School House is honored to host “Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\,” an eight-panel informational display focused on awareness of the boarding and residential school experience and its lasting impacts on Indigenous children\, families\, and communities. \nThis self-guided display provides an opportunity to learn about the history and legacy of Indian residential and boarding school systems\, while creating space to commemorate the children who experienced these schools\, witness and honor the healing journeys of Survivors and their families\, and reflect on our shared responsibility toward truth and reconciliation. \nThe display is appropriate for all ages and invites visitors to take their time\, learn\, reflect\, and engage in meaningful conversation. By bringing this display to the Hessel School House\, we hope to create opportunities for discussion about the effects and legacy of these schools—conversations that can help us listen to one another\, build understanding\, and create bridges within our communities. \nOrange Shirt Day — September 30\nWe also encourage everyone to participate in Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters on September 30. \nSeptember 30 was chosen because it falls at the time of year when Indigenous children were historically taken from their homes and families and sent to residential schools. Orange Shirt Day provides an opportunity for the community to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. It’s a symbol that honors residential school Survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States \nHow to participate: Wear Orange.\nOn September 30\, wear an orange shirt\, top\, or accessory as a visible expression of remembrance and your commitment to truth and reconciliation. \nWhy This Matters\n“Every Child Matters” honors residential school survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States. \nWe invite our community to visit the display\, learn together\, ask questions\, listen\, and reflect. This is an opportunity to create meaningful dialogue\, deepen understanding\, and continue building bridges through truth\, reconciliation\, remembrance\, and hope. \nFree to attend. All are welcome.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/remembrance-healing-every-child-matters-display/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Exhibitions,Family Friendly,Pre-teen,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Special-Exhibit-Rememberence-and-Healing-1.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T103416Z
CREATED:20260916T105116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T103416Z
UID:10003377-1790676000-1790697600@hesselschoolhouse.org
SUMMARY:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters Display
DESCRIPTION:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\nSeptember 24 – October 11\nHessel School House\nTuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Sunday\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nFree Admission | All Ages Welcome \nThe Hessel School House is honored to host “Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\,” an eight-panel informational display focused on awareness of the boarding and residential school experience and its lasting impacts on Indigenous children\, families\, and communities. \nThis self-guided display provides an opportunity to learn about the history and legacy of Indian residential and boarding school systems\, while creating space to commemorate the children who experienced these schools\, witness and honor the healing journeys of Survivors and their families\, and reflect on our shared responsibility toward truth and reconciliation. \nThe display is appropriate for all ages and invites visitors to take their time\, learn\, reflect\, and engage in meaningful conversation. By bringing this display to the Hessel School House\, we hope to create opportunities for discussion about the effects and legacy of these schools—conversations that can help us listen to one another\, build understanding\, and create bridges within our communities. \nOrange Shirt Day — September 30\nWe also encourage everyone to participate in Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters on September 30. \nSeptember 30 was chosen because it falls at the time of year when Indigenous children were historically taken from their homes and families and sent to residential schools. Orange Shirt Day provides an opportunity for the community to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. It’s a symbol that honors residential school Survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States \nHow to participate: Wear Orange.\nOn September 30\, wear an orange shirt\, top\, or accessory as a visible expression of remembrance and your commitment to truth and reconciliation. \nWhy This Matters\n“Every Child Matters” honors residential school survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States. \nWe invite our community to visit the display\, learn together\, ask questions\, listen\, and reflect. This is an opportunity to create meaningful dialogue\, deepen understanding\, and continue building bridges through truth\, reconciliation\, remembrance\, and hope. \nFree to attend. All are welcome.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/remembrance-healing-every-child-matters-display/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Exhibitions,Family Friendly,Pre-teen,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Special-Exhibit-Rememberence-and-Healing-1.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260916T110357Z
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SUMMARY:Orange Shirt Day
DESCRIPTION:🧡 September 30 is Orange Shirt Day — Every Child Matters.\nWear an orange shirt\, top\, or accessory to honor Survivors\, remember the children\, and show your commitment to truth and reconciliation. Wearing an orange shirt honors Native American boarding school survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States. \nThe orange shirt has become a symbol of hope\, reconciliation\, and commitment to a better future. By wearing an orange shirt on September 30th\, you make a statement to support truth & reconciliation and commit to the enduring truth that\n“EVERY CHILD MATTERS” \nEvery Child Matters. Every story matters. Every step toward understanding matters. 🧡 \n 
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/orange-shirt-day/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Adults,Elementary,Family Friendly,Pre-teen,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T103416Z
CREATED:20260916T105116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T103416Z
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SUMMARY:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters Display
DESCRIPTION:Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\nSeptember 24 – October 11\nHessel School House\nTuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Sunday\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nFree Admission | All Ages Welcome \nThe Hessel School House is honored to host “Remembrance & Healing\, Every Child Matters\,” an eight-panel informational display focused on awareness of the boarding and residential school experience and its lasting impacts on Indigenous children\, families\, and communities. \nThis self-guided display provides an opportunity to learn about the history and legacy of Indian residential and boarding school systems\, while creating space to commemorate the children who experienced these schools\, witness and honor the healing journeys of Survivors and their families\, and reflect on our shared responsibility toward truth and reconciliation. \nThe display is appropriate for all ages and invites visitors to take their time\, learn\, reflect\, and engage in meaningful conversation. By bringing this display to the Hessel School House\, we hope to create opportunities for discussion about the effects and legacy of these schools—conversations that can help us listen to one another\, build understanding\, and create bridges within our communities. \nOrange Shirt Day — September 30\nWe also encourage everyone to participate in Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters on September 30. \nSeptember 30 was chosen because it falls at the time of year when Indigenous children were historically taken from their homes and families and sent to residential schools. Orange Shirt Day provides an opportunity for the community to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come. It’s a symbol that honors residential school Survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States \nHow to participate: Wear Orange.\nOn September 30\, wear an orange shirt\, top\, or accessory as a visible expression of remembrance and your commitment to truth and reconciliation. \nWhy This Matters\n“Every Child Matters” honors residential school survivors\, remembers the children who never returned home\, and acknowledges the generational impacts of the Indian residential and boarding school systems in Canada and the United States. \nWe invite our community to visit the display\, learn together\, ask questions\, listen\, and reflect. This is an opportunity to create meaningful dialogue\, deepen understanding\, and continue building bridges through truth\, reconciliation\, remembrance\, and hope. \nFree to attend. All are welcome.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/remembrance-healing-every-child-matters-display/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Exhibitions,Family Friendly,Pre-teen,Teens
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