PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Afternoon Virtual Playgroups!

Join our bilingual, engaging playgroup where parents and children can have fun and learn during Shelter-in-place. Please register using this link and feel free to contact Jamie Molina for any reason at jamie@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Friday/Cada Viernes, Apr 24 – June 26  | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

West Oakland Library Playgroup series is back!

Our playgroups focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents. Playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating. Furthermore, we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music and create art. Above all, children get a chance to dream up inventions. Playgroups are also an opportunity for you to gain new caregiving tools and learn about child development even more.

Children will be served a light snack. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years).

Please RSVP to sign up for the entire series. 

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

THIS SERIES WILL BE CONDUCTED REMOTELY AND THERE ARE STILL SLOTS AVAILABLE. YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP WITH A LINK TO THE VIRTUAL WORKSHOP. PLEASE CONTACT SARAH AT SARAH@BANANASBUNCH.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Becoming a family child care professional requires time to research, the ability to obtain adequate licensing, and the capacity to learn how to run and operate a business from your home. In this training, we will talk about the best practices for meeting new parents and children, maintaining accurate records, preparing contracts, and creating nurturing environments. We will also cover information on discipline policies and maintaining a balanced program that inspires early learning. 

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Maria at maria@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Morning Virtual Playgroups!

Join Mikaela Chant for a fun and engaging virtual playgroup. Get silly and move your body as we learn together. Please feel free to contact Mikaela Chant for any reason at 510-908-1129 or mikaela@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Monday/Cada Lunes, Apr 20 – Jun 25 | 10:30 – 11 am (Dance class with Rossana/clase de baila con Rossana)

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Afternoon Virtual Playgroups!

Join our bilingual, engaging playgroup where parents and children can have fun and learn during Shelter-in-place. Please register using this link and feel free to contact Jamie Molina for any reason at jamie@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Monday/Cada Lunes, Apr 20 – Jun 22 | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

The class will be offered remotely through Zoom. Watch for emails with important paperwork for you to fill out and a link to join in on that day.

Fathering From Within is a free four-part workshop series designed to empower fathers from the inside out. Offering personal tools that help to define or redefine one’s sense of identity and purpose and establish guiding principles for fatherhood, this series will help people to navigate relationships and social norms that may hinder effective parenting. Participants learn that everything we need to know about being a great dad is, and always has been, inside us. All we have to do is find it and share it with our children in order for their futures to be bright and promising.

Workshop facilitator Gaylon Logan, Jr has over 20 years of experience working with boys and men of color and their families. He is a father, grandfather, and the CEO of the nonprofit Village-Connect, Inc., which specializes in culture-based approaches to transformative change for individuals, groups, and families.

The class will be offered remotely through Zoom. Watch for emails with important paperwork for you to fill out and a link to join in on that day.

Dates: 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, and 5/11

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Maria at maria@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

The class will be offered remotely through Zoom. Watch for emails with important paperwork for you to fill out and a link to join in on that day.

Congratulations on becoming a new mom! Right now you may be feeling a lot of emotions. If you are excited, worried, overwhelmed, or overjoyed, then you’re totally normal. Finding a circle of support is a great way to lessen the stress of caring for a newborn. At each of our support groups, moms will get to share their feelings, ask questions, and build friendships with one another. Rose Schweig, MFT will be facilitating. Come and join us and bring your baby along!

The class will be offered remotely through Zoom. Watch for emails with important paperwork for you to fill out and a link to join in on that day.

Series dates: 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, and 5/12

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Morning Virtual Playgroups!

Join Mikaela Chant for a fun and engaging virtual playgroup. Get silly and move your body as we learn together. Please feel free to contact Mikaela Chant for any reason at 510-908-1129 or mikaela@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Tuesday/Cada Martes, Apr 21 – Jun 19 | 10:30 – 11 am

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

Calling all family child care providers who care for children ages (two to five years). You’re invited to our playgroups! Bring your little ones and you will explore how play can inspire meaningful learning and encourage healthy child development. At each playgroup, children will paint, create, build, imagine, pretend, and invent while you learn how simple household items can be used as tools to promote early learning.

When you RSVP, you will be signed up for the entire series.

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Morning Virtual Playgroups!

Join Mikaela Chant for a fun and engaging virtual playgroup. Get silly and move your body as we learn together. Please feel free to contact Mikaela Chant for any reason at 510-908-1129 or mikaela@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Wednesday/Cada Miercoles, Apr 22 – Jun 20 | 10:30 – 11 am

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANASAfternoon Virtual Playgroups!

Join our bilingual, engaging playgroup where parents and children can have fun and learn during Shelter-in-place. Please register using this link and feel free to contact Jamie Molina for any reason at jamie@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Wednesday/Cada Miercoles, Apr 22 – Jun 24 | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

This series will be conducted remotely and there are still slots available. Please contact Judy Kriege, Family Resource Specialist, for registration and more information, judy@bananasbunch.org

The Spirited Children series is back! Are you the parent of a child who is strong-minded and has intense feelings? Or a child who may have endless energy, gets easily frustrated, or is very shy? Would you like to learn parenting tools that work with your child’s personality and stage of development? Rebecah Freeling is a Parenting Coach who has 20 years of experience in early childhood education. You will learn ways to deal with tantrums, aggression, shyness, and other challenging behaviors often displayed by “spirited” children.

Note: Rebecah will be addressing the class in real-time via video conference. She will be with you live and you’ll be able to interact with her for discussion and Q&A. There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.

Series dates: 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, and 5/6

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Maria at maria@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Morning Virtual Playgroups!

Join Mikaela Chant for a fun and engaging virtual playgroup. Get silly and move your body as we learn together. Please feel free to contact Mikaela Chant for any reason at 510-908-1129 or mikaela@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Thursday/Cada Jueves, Apr 23 – Jun 21 | 10:30 – 11 am

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Afternoon Virtual Playgroups!

Join our bilingual, engaging playgroup where parents and children can have fun and learn during Shelter-in-place. Please register using this link and feel free to contact Jamie Molina for any reason at jamie@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Thursday/Cada Jueves, Apr 23 – Jun  25 | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Maria at maria@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS! Join us for soccer class with Soccer Shots from 1:30-3:00pm at Coliseum Field!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Judy at judy@bananasbunch.org

Finding child care for your infant or toddler is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. There are a lot of things to consider, such as the cost, hours, and type of child care that is the best for your family. There are many questions about the difference between a family child care, a day care center, and all of your options. We’ll discuss each type of care so you can connect with the right provider. We’ll also cover how to screen and interview potential providers.

Note: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Afternoon Virtual Playgroups!

Join our bilingual, engaging playgroup where parents and children can have fun and learn during Shelter-in-place. Please register using this link and feel free to contact Jamie Molina for any reason at jamie@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Friday/Cada Viernes, Apr 24 – June 26  | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

West Oakland Library Playgroup series is back!

Our playgroups focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents. Playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating. Furthermore, we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music and create art. Above all, children get a chance to dream up inventions. Playgroups are also an opportunity for you to gain new caregiving tools and learn about child development even more.

Children will be served a light snack. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years).

Please RSVP to sign up for the entire series. 

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

A Parent Cafe is a special time for parents and caregivers to meet new people, make new friends, get ideas, and share your hopes for your family. We invite families to this space to talk about their challenges, their needs, and meet other parents. Families who are dual language learners, who have children with developmental challenges, and/or are low income and need extra support are welcome to join us. During this Parent Cafe, we will share thoughts, feelings and experiences that are important to you, and help you find community support services to help you along the way. If you are a parent, grandparent, or other person who is actively involved in raising a young child, you are welcome to join us for this special event. All participants will receive a $25 Target Gift card. Breakfast and child care will be provided. 

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Maria at maria@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Morning Virtual Playgroups!

Join Mikaela Chant for a fun and engaging virtual playgroup. Get silly and move your body as we learn together. Please feel free to contact Mikaela Chant for any reason at 510-908-1129 or mikaela@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Monday/Cada Lunes, Apr 20 – Jun 25 | 10:30 – 11 am (Dance class with Rossana/clase de baila con Rossana)

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Afternoon Virtual Playgroups!

Join our bilingual, engaging playgroup where parents and children can have fun and learn during Shelter-in-place. Please register using this link and feel free to contact Jamie Molina for any reason at jamie@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Monday/Cada Lunes, Apr 20 – Jun 22 | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

Trauma 101 participants will learn about trauma and the impact of trauma and traumatic stress on children’s development and learning. You will be introduced to trauma-informed early childhood practices that support children’s healing and resiliency. Participants will also learn about the use of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) index to understand their own background with trauma. Note: Trauma 101 workshop will be a virtual class. Once registered you will receive the zoom link for the class.

Date/time: Mon, May 11 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Organizer: Kelly O’Lague Dulka

The class will be offered remotely through Zoom. Watch for emails with important paperwork for you to fill out and a link to join in on that day.

Fathering From Within is a free four-part workshop series designed to empower fathers from the inside out. Offering personal tools that help to define or redefine one’s sense of identity and purpose and establish guiding principles for fatherhood, this series will help people to navigate relationships and social norms that may hinder effective parenting. Participants learn that everything we need to know about being a great dad is, and always has been, inside us. All we have to do is find it and share it with our children in order for their futures to be bright and promising.

Workshop facilitator Gaylon Logan, Jr has over 20 years of experience working with boys and men of color and their families. He is a father, grandfather, and the CEO of the nonprofit Village-Connect, Inc., which specializes in culture-based approaches to transformative change for individuals, groups, and families.

The class will be offered remotely through Zoom. Watch for emails with important paperwork for you to fill out and a link to join in on that day.

Dates: 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, and 5/11

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Maria at maria@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

The class will be offered remotely through Zoom. Watch for emails with important paperwork for you to fill out and a link to join in on that day.

Congratulations on becoming a new mom! Right now you may be feeling a lot of emotions. If you are excited, worried, overwhelmed, or overjoyed, then you’re totally normal. Finding a circle of support is a great way to lessen the stress of caring for a newborn. At each of our support groups, moms will get to share their feelings, ask questions, and build friendships with one another. Rose Schweig, MFT will be facilitating. Come and join us and bring your baby along!

The class will be offered remotely through Zoom. Watch for emails with important paperwork for you to fill out and a link to join in on that day.

Series dates: 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, and 5/12

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Morning Virtual Playgroups!

Join Mikaela Chant for a fun and engaging virtual playgroup. Get silly and move your body as we learn together. Please feel free to contact Mikaela Chant for any reason at 510-908-1129 or mikaela@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Tuesday/Cada Martes, Apr 21 – Jun 19 | 10:30 – 11 am

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

Calling all family child care providers who care for children ages (two to five years). You’re invited to our playgroups! Bring your little ones and you will explore how play can inspire meaningful learning and encourage healthy child development. At each playgroup, children will paint, create, build, imagine, pretend, and invent while you learn how simple household items can be used as tools to promote early learning.

When you RSVP, you will be signed up for the entire series.

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Morning Virtual Playgroups!

Join Mikaela Chant for a fun and engaging virtual playgroup. Get silly and move your body as we learn together. Please feel free to contact Mikaela Chant for any reason at 510-908-1129 or mikaela@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Wednesday/Cada Miercoles, Apr 22 – Jun 20 | 10:30 – 11 am

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANASAfternoon Virtual Playgroups!

Join our bilingual, engaging playgroup where parents and children can have fun and learn during Shelter-in-place. Please register using this link and feel free to contact Jamie Molina for any reason at jamie@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Wednesday/Cada Miercoles, Apr 22 – Jun 24 | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

THIS SERIES WILL BE CONDUCTED REMOTELY AND THERE ARE STILL SLOTS AVAILABLE. YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP WITH A LINK TO THE VIRTUAL WORKSHOP. PLEASE CONTACT SARAH AT SARAH@BANANASBUNCH.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Staying organized and communicating effectively to parents is important to maintaining a safe environment for your Family Childcare Business, especially in response to COVID-19. Learn how to keep your records organized and current and stay up to date on licensing requirements. Master Teacher, Maria Gomez, owns her own Family Childcare in her home and speaks from her own experience.

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Maria at maria@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Morning Virtual Playgroups!

Join Mikaela Chant for a fun and engaging virtual playgroup. Get silly and move your body as we learn together. Please feel free to contact Mikaela Chant for any reason at 510-908-1129 or mikaela@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Thursday/Cada Jueves, Apr 23 – Jun 21 | 10:30 – 11 am

PLEASE GO TO https://bananasbunch.org/playgroups/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS PLAYGROUP

Laugh, Learn, and Play with BANANAS Afternoon Virtual Playgroups!

Join our bilingual, engaging playgroup where parents and children can have fun and learn during Shelter-in-place. Please register using this link and feel free to contact Jamie Molina for any reason at jamie@bananasbunch.org.

Schedule/Horario:
Every Thursday/Cada Jueves, Apr 23 – Jun  25 | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Maria at maria@bananasbunch.org

We’re excited to invite you to our free Playgroup series at BANANAS! Join us for soccer class with Soccer Shots from 1:30-3:00pm at Coliseum Field!

With a focus on serving grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, neighbors, friends, and parents, playgroups will offer a space to connect with one another and build community. Our free playgroups will have children laughing, exploring, and creating and we will discover the many wonderful ways that play inspires learning. Join us weekly to pretend, play, celebrate music, create art, and dream up inventions while gaining new parenting tools and learning about child development. A light snack will be served. 

Space is limited at playgroups and participation is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Young babies are welcome if attending with a sibling who meets the recommended age group (two to five years). When you RSVP, you will be signed up tor the entire series. RSVP at www.bananasbunch.org/playgroups

Con un enfoque en servir a abuelos, hermanos, tías, tíos, niñeras, vecinos, amigos y padres, los grupos de juego ofrecerán un espacio para conectarse entre sí y construir una comunidad. Nuestros grupos de juegos gratuitos harán a los niños reír, explorar y crear, y descubriremos muchas formas maravillosas en que el juego inspira el aprendizaje. Únase a nosotros semanalmente para jugar, celebrar música, crear arte y inventar inventos mientras adquiere nuevas herramientas de cuidado y aprende sobre el desarrollo infantil. Se servirá un bocadillo ligero.

Cuando responda, sera registrado para la serie completa. Los bebés pequeños son bienvenidos si asisten con un hermano que cumpla con la edad recomendado (de dos a cinco años).

THIS SERIES WILL BE CONDUCTED REMOTELY AND THERE ARE STILL SLOTS AVAILABLE. YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP WITH A LINK TO THE VIRTUAL WORKSHOP. PLEASE CONTACT JOCELYNE AT JOCELYNE@BANANASBUNCH.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.

We invite those of you who have attended Trauma 101 class to come to this follow-up session. You will have a chance to talk about your own experiences and ask questions that you have after the trainings. During this session, we will review the information discussed during the trainings, share more information on how to access your own experience with trauma, discuss personal stories and answer your questions to help you better serve children and families in your care. Note: Discussion group will be held virtually. Once registered you will receive a zoom link to attend the discussion group.

Date/time: Thu, May 14 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Organizer: Jocelyne Vasquez, Debby Alvarez

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Judy at judy@bananasbunch.org

Join us for a workshop all about parenting toddlers! At this exciting age, children become very curious and their self-confidence grows as they begin to walk and explore their surroundings. They also become more effective at talking and forming sentences. It is during this time when many toddlers would love to test limits and say no. At this workshop, you will discover how children see the world and how you, as a parent, can overcome the typical challenges—such as temper tantrums and getting through transition times. We will talk about the developmental milestones, strategies on how to respond to toddler behaviors at different ages and stages, and so much more.

In an effort to keep our community safe, and in keeping with the latest recommendations regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), BANANAS will be canceling this workshop. For more information, please contact Sarah at sarah@bananasbunch.org

As a child care provider for infants and toddlers, we must understand a child’s developmental stages. During this workshop, we will talk about how to create an environment that supports these milestones. This workshop will be taught by Salma Bey who has many years of experience as a Family Child Care Manager, supporting families, and providing workshops for parents, teachers, and caregivers.