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Choosing Child Care

by Mercedes Thomas | Nov 30, 2023 | Parent & Family Workshops, Virtual Events

We’ll discuss each type of care and how to screen and interview potential providers so you can connect with the right child care for you.THE ZOOM LINK WILL BE IN IN THE CONFIRMATION EMAILRegistration closes the day before the event, if you want to join us the day...

The Power of Play: How To Build A Close Connection With Your Child

by Mercedes Thomas | Nov 30, 2023 | Parent & Family Workshops, Virtual Events

In this workshop, you’ll discover fun games and different types of play that can decrease anxiety and fear and increase cooperation.A link will be provided to registered attendees closer to the event date. All workshops and support groups will be on the Zoom...

Co-Parenting from Within

by Mercedes Thomas | Nov 8, 2023 | Parent & Family Workshops, Virtual Events

In this class, participants will gain personal tools for enhancing their co-parenting experience.Co-parenting after a divorce or break-up is never easy. But, if you and your former partner learn how to co-parent your children amicably, you will give your kids the...

Virtual Playgroups

by Mercedes Thomas | Sep 1, 2023 | Playgroups, Virtual Events

Come and join us virtually for movement and music, crafts, story time, virtual discovery, special guests and more! In person playgroups are back! Come learn, discover and play with us every Tuesday and Thursday with toys, story time, arts and crafts, outdoor games and...

Pre-K CLASS® Half Day Introduction

by Mercedes Thomas | Aug 25, 2023 | Child Care Provider Workshops, Virtual Events

This training will help childcare programs & support teachers, observers, coaches, and administrators.Introduction to PreK CLASSJoin us for this virtual event! Whether you’re an organization seeking to collect observation data, a coach looking to mentor teachers,...

Parent Cafe & The Growing Brain: Everyday Play

by Mercedes Thomas | Aug 1, 2023 | Parent & Family Workshops, Parent Series, Parent Support Groups, Virtual Events

This session includes Information about how play supports brain development and how to maximize children’s learning through play.Facilitators: BANANAS Staff Maria Hassel, Ashley Dorsett and Cathy De Vuono Tue, Dec 5 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am BANANAS invites all parents,...

Setting Boundaries with Children: Closeness & Cooperation through limits

by Mercedes Thomas | Jul 17, 2023 | Parent & Family Workshops, Parent Series, Virtual Events

This workshop will provide insights and strategies to help you set firm, warm limits in a way that connects you & your child.Instructor Julie Johnson, M.Ed. and BANANAS’ Parenting Coach Are power struggles with your child leaving you frustrated and exhausted? Are...

Baby & Me Yoga

by Mercedes Thomas | Jul 17, 2023 | Parent & Family Workshops, Virtual Events

Join us for yoga! It’s a great way to release the stress that can come with parenting little ones.THE ZOOM LINK WILL BE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL Registration closes the day before the event, if you want to join us the day before, contact Cathy at...

RCP / primeros auxilios pediátricos

by Mercedes Thomas | Jul 17, 2023 | Child Care Provider Workshops, Family Friends & Neighbors, Health & Safety

Este curso cumple con las regulaciones estatales de California de 8 horas para proveedores de cuidado infantil.Este curso cumple con las regulaciones estatales de California de 8 horas para proveedores de cuidado infantil. Lun – Mié, Dec. 11 – 13 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm,...