Child Abuse Prevention Month: Community Grooming
April 22, 2026
Community Grooming is the hardest to recognize because the predator seeks to present themselves as the “ideal” person: employee, volunteer, coach, scout leader, or parent for example. In this guise, the predator builds trust and a good reputation, especially with people of authority around children, which ultimately ensures access to children. In this stage the predator advances the grooming process from seemingly innocent touching, accidental touching, increased sexualized touching, to exposing themselves and/or the child. Even if the child comes to feel something is wrong, they think they cannot say anything as this is the “ideal” person. A well-respected adult and that no one would believe them.
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Our Marian Center Open House was a huge success! We were thrilled to see so much interest and wonderful interaction from all the families who attended. A big thank you to our Executive Director and Principal, Sister Lidia, and our amazing team who put so much heart and energy into making this night so special. Best of all, seeing the children so happy and excited was the absolute best part! Thank you for being part of our community!
Berry Competition Week 3 – The Edible Easel Painting outside the lines... and dipping into the art! Creating the cutest (and tastiest) berry dip with fresh blueberries, wild blueberry jam, and cream cheese! Nothing beats good food, creative art, and great company. Our creators turned fresh berries, edible flowers, and cream cheese into literal masterpieces with "The Edible Easel" project! Spreading our favorite berry dip onto a canvas and serving it up with breadsticks and a little jam is our new favorite way to snack. Swipe to see the amazing team behind these tasty works of art! Thank you Junior League of Miami for your support!
