A Sit Down with Shelley LIVE Experience!

When the grandparents are gone, everything changes. The holidays don’t feel the same. The family doesn’t come together like it used to. The glue that held everyone in place has disappeared — and the silence, distance, and emotional weight can feel overwhelming.

This live, in-person podcast experience dives deep into how families shift after losing the matriarchs and patriarchs — the anchors, the storytellers, the heart of holiday traditions.

Join A Sit Down with Shelley – Make It Make Sense for a powerful evening of real conversations, healing, and reconnection.

This isn’t just a podcast episode — it’s a healing space.

Together, we’ll explore:

• How grief reshapes holiday gatherings
• What happens when traditions fade or disappear
• Why family bonds weaken when the “glue” is gone
• How to rebuild connection, communication, and closeness
• Ways to create new traditions that honor grandparents’ legacy

This unforgettable experience includes:

• 🎤 Live podcast recording with raw, authentic conversation
• 🧩 Three-panel discussion diving into holiday grief & family dynamics
• 🍽️ Intermission with food & community time
• 🎲 Intermission game to lighten the room
• 🎁 Gift giveaway to close out the night
• 🤝 A supportive room of people who understand and connect

• Raffle entry for giveaways
• Access to exclusive behind-the-scenes podcast content
• A night of understanding, community, love, and healing

This event is for:

• Anyone who has lost grandparents
• Those whose holidays no longer feel the same
• Families experiencing distance or disconnect
• People seeking emotional healing and reconnection
• Listeners and supporters of the podcast
• Anyone wanting a warm, heartfelt holiday experience

Event Name: LIVE In-Person Podcast: “When the Glue Is Gone”
Hosted By: A Sit Down with Shelley – Make It Make Sense
Format: Live Podcast Recording + Panel Discussion + Interactive Engagement
Location: District Lab (Eastover Shopping Center)

5019 Indian Head Hwy, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Date & Time: January 11, 2026 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Doors Open: 1:45 PM
Dress Code: Festive, casual, or holiday-comfortable

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