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SUMMARY:Abrir un programa de cuidado infantil familiar
DESCRIPTION:¿Está pensando en abrir su propio negocio de cuidado infantil familiar?\n\n\n¿Está pensando en abrir su propio negocio de cuidado infantil familiar? Si es así\, ¡estos talleres gratuitos son para ti! Únase a nosotros para hablar sobre cómo convertirse en un proveedor autorizado. BANANAS está aquí para ofrecer apoyo en cada paso. Esta es una gran oportunidad para reunirse con un experto que pueda responder sus preguntas y ofrecerle información para comenzar. Tenga en cuenta que esto no reemplaza la orientación de Licencias de atención comunitaria (CCL). Para preinscribirse para esa orientación\, llame a CCL al 510-622-2602 o regístrese en línea en www.ccld.ca.gov en inglés o español.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/abrir-un-programa-de-cuidado-infantil-familiar-13/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241119T001233Z
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SUMMARY:Rediscover Your Inner-Soul-Child
DESCRIPTION:Explore and reconnect with your child-like self.\n\n\nThroughout your life\, your experiences shape and mold your identity. In this workshop we will explore the 8 soulful qualities that exist in children. This session includes self-assessment to measure these child-like qualities to help you reconnect with your child-like self.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/rediscover-your-inner-soul-child-2/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241122T224818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T230555Z
UID:10002878-1736447400-1736454600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Taxes y Manejo de Archivos
DESCRIPTION:Esta capacitación proporciona consejos y prácticas en metas fiscales\, organización y las financias para las proveedoras de cuidado infantil\n\n\nEsta capacitación proporciona consejos y prácticas en metas fiscales\, organización y las financias para las proveedoras de cuidado infantil familiar. La preparación de los documentos para ayudar a organizar los procesos fiscales en pasos manejables. Prácticas de salud y seguridad. Qué es un ingreso\, qué es un gasto comercial\, qué deducciones están permitidas\, gastos e ingresos del programa de alimentos. la Información sobre seguros de responsabilidad civil y mucho más.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/taxes-y-manejo-de-archivos/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241119T001234Z
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SUMMARY:From Aggression to Connection
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you’ll discover keys to address the underlying issues of aggression and how to prevent future outbursts.\n\n\nYou don’t have to live with hitting\, pushing\, biting or pulling hair. In this workshop\, you’ll gain skills to stop aggression and help your child be more loving\, compassionate\, and playful.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/from-aggression-to-connection/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241121T022402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T023252Z
UID:10002750-1736418600-1736424000@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Grupos de Juego en Persona
DESCRIPTION:Facilitadora: Mayra Morales \nEnlace de Registración:  Grupo de Juego En Persona \nLos grupos de juego en persona han regresado! Ven aprende\, descubre y juega con nosotros todos los viernes con juguetes\, cuentos\, arte\, juegos al aire libre y más! Un bocadillo será dado. Este grupo de juego es solamente para ninos de 0-5 años y para Familias de Havenscourt (94621+94605+94603+94601).  Se debe proporcionar prueba de vacunación y refuerzo dentro de los seis meses. \n*** Tenga en cuenta que registrarse no confirma su aceptación en el grupo de juego\, debido a la covid\, tenemos un número limitado de familias que pueden unirse. ¡Si estamos llenos\, lo agregaremos a una lista de espera y lo contactaremos cuando se abra un lugar! ***
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/grupos-de-juego-en-persona-76/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Havenscourt Cubhouse\, 6818 Lion Creek Way\, Oakland\, CA\, 94618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Parent & Family Workshops,Playgroups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241121T020955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T021229Z
UID:10002177-1736418600-1736424000@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Grupos de Juego en Persona
DESCRIPTION:Grupos de Juego en Persona  \nFacilitadora: Mayra Morales \nEnlace de Registración:  Grupo de Juego En Persona \nLos grupos de juego en persona han regresado! Ven aprende\, descubre y juega con nosotros todos los viernes con juguetes\, cuentos\, arte\, juegos al aire libre y más! Un bocadillo será dado. Este grupo de juego es solamente para ninos de 0-5 años y para Familias de Havenscourt (94621+94605+94603+94601).  Se debe proporcionar prueba de vacunación y refuerzo dentro de los seis meses. \n*** Tenga en cuenta que registrarse no confirma su aceptación en el grupo de juego\, debido a la covid\, tenemos un número limitado de familias que pueden unirse. ¡Si estamos llenos\, lo agregaremos a una lista de espera y lo contactaremos cuando se abra un lugar! ***
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/grupos-de-juego-en-persona-68/2025-01-09/
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241121T015950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T022814Z
UID:10001984-1736418600-1736424000@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:In Person Playgroups
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Mayra Morales \nRegistration Link:  In Person Playgroup Registration \nIn 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 more! Snacks will be provided. This playgroup is for children 0-5 years and Havenscourt Neighborhood Families Only (94621+94605+94603+94601). Proof of vaccination and booster within six months must be provided.  \n***Please note\, registering does not confirm your acceptance into playgroup\, due to covid we have a limited number of families who can join. If we are full\, we will add you to a wait list and contact you when a spot opens up!***
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/in-person-playgroups-89/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Havenscourt Cubhouse\, 6818 Lion Creek Way\, Oakland\, CA\, 94618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Parent & Family Workshops,Playgroups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241122T230620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T230650Z
UID:10001942-1736361000-1736368200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Simplifying Taxes for Family Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make tax season a breeze for family child care providers in this online event!\n\n\nWelcome to Simplifying Taxes for Family Child Care Providers! \nWhen you are a business owner\, taxes are one of the most critical issues you face. We are here to help you with recordkeeping and understanding deductions that are specific to family child care businesses. This workshop will take a deep look at the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and how you can take advantage of the new rules. It might be that you are paying more taxes than are necessary. Investment advisor representative Fred Kenyon will show you a simple way of recordkeeping and help you identify deductible items. This is a great opportunity for you to learn about tax savings. \nDate: Jan 8th 2025 \nTime: 6:30pm-8:30pm \nLocation: Online via Zoom
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/simplifying-taxes-for-family-child-care-providers-4/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241121T022402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T023252Z
UID:10002749-1736245800-1736251200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Grupos de Juego en Persona
DESCRIPTION:Facilitadora: Mayra Morales \nEnlace de Registración:  Grupo de Juego En Persona \nLos grupos de juego en persona han regresado! Ven aprende\, descubre y juega con nosotros todos los viernes con juguetes\, cuentos\, arte\, juegos al aire libre y más! Un bocadillo será dado. Este grupo de juego es solamente para ninos de 0-5 años y para Familias de Havenscourt (94621+94605+94603+94601).  Se debe proporcionar prueba de vacunación y refuerzo dentro de los seis meses. \n*** Tenga en cuenta que registrarse no confirma su aceptación en el grupo de juego\, debido a la covid\, tenemos un número limitado de familias que pueden unirse. ¡Si estamos llenos\, lo agregaremos a una lista de espera y lo contactaremos cuando se abra un lugar! ***
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/grupos-de-juego-en-persona-76/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Havenscourt Cubhouse\, 6818 Lion Creek Way\, Oakland\, CA\, 94618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Parent & Family Workshops,Playgroups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241121T020955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T021229Z
UID:10002176-1736245800-1736251200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Grupos de Juego en Persona
DESCRIPTION:Grupos de Juego en Persona  \nFacilitadora: Mayra Morales \nEnlace de Registración:  Grupo de Juego En Persona \nLos grupos de juego en persona han regresado! Ven aprende\, descubre y juega con nosotros todos los viernes con juguetes\, cuentos\, arte\, juegos al aire libre y más! Un bocadillo será dado. Este grupo de juego es solamente para ninos de 0-5 años y para Familias de Havenscourt (94621+94605+94603+94601).  Se debe proporcionar prueba de vacunación y refuerzo dentro de los seis meses. \n*** Tenga en cuenta que registrarse no confirma su aceptación en el grupo de juego\, debido a la covid\, tenemos un número limitado de familias que pueden unirse. ¡Si estamos llenos\, lo agregaremos a una lista de espera y lo contactaremos cuando se abra un lugar! ***
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/grupos-de-juego-en-persona-68/2025-01-07/
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241121T015950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T022814Z
UID:10001983-1736245800-1736251200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:In Person Playgroups
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Mayra Morales \nRegistration Link:  In Person Playgroup Registration \nIn 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 more! Snacks will be provided. This playgroup is for children 0-5 years and Havenscourt Neighborhood Families Only (94621+94605+94603+94601). Proof of vaccination and booster within six months must be provided.  \n***Please note\, registering does not confirm your acceptance into playgroup\, due to covid we have a limited number of families who can join. If we are full\, we will add you to a wait list and contact you when a spot opens up!***
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/in-person-playgroups-89/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Havenscourt Cubhouse\, 6818 Lion Creek Way\, Oakland\, CA\, 94618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Parent & Family Workshops,Playgroups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241211T220104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T220334Z
UID:10002897-1736188200-1736195400@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:RCP / primeros auxilios pediátricos
DESCRIPTION:Este curso cumple con las regulaciones estatales de California de 8 horas para proveedores de cuidado infantil.\n\n\nLun – Mié\, Jan. 06-08| 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm\, 2 horas practica en persona el Sab\, Jan 11. \nEste curso cumple con las regulaciones estatales de California de 8 horas para proveedores de cuidado infantil. RCP y primeros auxilios pediátricos este curso que cumple con las regulaciones estatales de California para proveedores de cuidado infantil. Este curso de primeros auxilios enseña la prevención de lesiones y cómo responder a emergencias y accidentes. Esta clase cubre desde el nacimiento hasta la edad adulta\, aunque el enfoque está en las edades pediátricas atendidas en los programas de cuidado infantil. Esta certificación es por dos años. \n \nEsta clase se ofrece virtualmente (Zoom) durante las primeras 6 horas (Lunes\, Martes\, Miércoles de 6:30 pm a 8:30 pm). Las últimas 2 horas (Sabado en 3 sesiones de 9 am a 11 am\, de 11 am a 1 pm\, de 1 pm a 3 pm) para completar en persona y en grupos pequeños de 8 personas por sesión en el edificio de Bananas. Se programará un horario para el sábado siguiente a las 3 clases virtuales\, con el fin de completar las 8 Horas requeridas. \n \nRCP / primeros auxilios pediátricos no es una clase de salud preventiva. Se deben tomar RCP / primeros auxilios pediátricos cada dos años para obtener la certificación o renovar su certificado. \nSi tiene alguna pregunta sobre las clases o cupones\, comuníquese con la Coordinadora de Salud y Seguridad\, Gabriela Meneses en gabriela@bananasbunch.org. \nNota : Una vez inscrito ya no habrá reembolso
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/rcp-primeros-auxilios-pediatricos-26/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Health & Safety
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241219T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240824T005416Z
UID:10001737-1734602400-1734607800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Choosing Child Care
DESCRIPTION:Join BANANAS to explore the options so you can connect with the right child care provider.\n\n\nFacilitator: Cathy De Vuono\, BANANAS Parent Education Coordinator \nFinding child care for your infant\, toddler or preschooler is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. There are a lot of things to consider\, such as cost\, hours\, and the type of child care that is best for your family. There are questions about the difference between a family child care provider\, a child care center\, and all the options available. We’ll discuss each type of care so you can connect with the right provider. We’ll also discuss how to screen and interview potential providers. 
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/choosing-child-care-11/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T001648Z
UID:10001736-1734373800-1734381000@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Fathering From Within (3 Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:This series is designed to empower fathers and help navigate relationships and social norms to make the future bright and promising.\n\n\nFacilitator: Kwame (Gaylon Logan\, Jr.)\, CEO of the nonprofit VillageConnect and BANANAS Coach \nThis is a series designed to empower all fathers and help navigate relationships and social norms that may hinder effective parenting. It will also offer personal tools that define or redefine one’s sense of identity and purpose\, and establish guiding principles for fatherhood. Participants will 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\, share with our children\, and make their future bright and promising.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/fathering-from-within-3-part-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Parent Series,Parent Support Groups,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240806T210224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T020339Z
UID:10001768-1734028200-1734035400@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Contracts and Partnerships with Parents
DESCRIPTION:This class will guide you to communicate to parents and families that enter your program.\n\n\nInstructor: Maria Gomez \nDo your parents know what to expect from your child care program? This class will guide you to communicate to parents what to expect from your program\, as well as how to have positive communication and relationship with the families that enter your program. Learn how to build an effective and clear contract\, how to interview prospective families\, effective communication and much more.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/contracts-and-partnerships-with-parents/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210224Z
UID:10001735-1734028200-1734035400@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Having Difficult Conversations with Style
DESCRIPTION:Get the tools to help you handle tough conversations with family without jeopardizing the relationship.\n\n\nFacilitator: Diedre Goree\, Parent Coach \nBeing a parent is an incredibly rewarding role—but like any great job\, it comes with its challenges. Part of that is having difficult conversations with friends and family. Do you have the skills to tackle tough talks? Whether it’s about poor performance\, conflict\, or personal issues\, get tools to see how you can handle a tough conversation with a family member without jeopardizing the relationship.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/having-difficult-conversations-with-style-3/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210223Z
UID:10001734-1733824800-1733832000@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Baby and Me Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Center\, breathe\, move and support one another with babies present\, focus on easing tension and restoring alignment.\n\n\nInstructor: Leonora Willis\, Perinatal Yoga Instructor\, Birthworker and Lactation Specialist \nThis class is designed to assist new parents with recovery after birth\, provide a supportive community-centered environment\, and an awareness of self-care. With their babies present\, parents can focus on easing tensions\, restoring alignment in the body\, creating energy and re-strengthening the core. After a brief check-in\, we’ll center\, breathe\, move and support one another. Modifications and suggestions for yoga props will be offered\, and specific care needs during the postural movement portion of the class.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/baby-and-me-yoga-8/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20241001T002537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T011859Z
UID:10001923-1733769000-1733776200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:CPR/Pediatric First Aid
DESCRIPTION:This course complies with California State Regulations for child care providers and is EMSA-approved.\n\n\nMon – Wed\, Dec. 9-11 | 6:30 pm -8:30 pm\, 2 hour in-person training on Sat. the 14th \nThis course complies with California State Regulations for child care providers and is EMSA approved. This class covers birth through adulthood\, although the focus is on the pediatric ages served in child care programs. This certification is for two years. \nThis class is offered virtually for the first six hours (Zoom) and then through a 2 hour in-person-practice at BANANAS. The last two hours are required to complete in-person at Bananas. Neither REFUNDS nor CLASS TRANSFERS are allowed for any reason. Please register for a time slot wisely. \nCPR / First Aid is not the same as the preventive health class. CPR / First Aid must be taken every two years to be licensed. If you have any questions about the class please contact the Health and Safety Coordinator\, Gabriela Meneses at gabriela@bananasbunch.org. \nTHE ZOOM LINK WILL BE PROVIDED BY GABRIELA 2 hours before the beginning of the class between 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm on the same day of the class.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/cpr-pediatric-first-aid-2/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Health & Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210205Z
UID:10001733-1733769000-1733776200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Fathering From Within (3 Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:This series is designed to empower fathers and help navigate relationships and social norms to make the future bright and promising.\n\n\nFacilitator: Kwame (Gaylon Logan\, Jr.)\, CEO of the nonprofit VillageConnect and BANANAS Coach \nThis is a series designed to empower all fathers and help navigate relationships and social norms that may hinder effective parenting. It will also offer personal tools that define or redefine one’s sense of identity and purpose\, and establish guiding principles for fatherhood. Participants will 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\, share with our children\, and make their future bright and promising. 2/3
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/fathering-from-within-3-part-series-8/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Parent Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210205Z
UID:10001732-1733479200-1733486400@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Speech\, Language Skills & Baby Sign
DESCRIPTION:Eliminate frustration and help your child get off to a great start with their speech and language development.\n\n\nInstructor: Carol Lettko\, Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist \nThis is a virtual interactive workshop to equip new parents\, grandparents and caregivers with tools\, practical tips and valuable suggestions to help your child get off to a great start with their speech and language development. Participants will also learn baby sign language which is helpful to use with your child before they are able to say words. Using baby signs helps eliminate frustration and can help your child communicate with ease.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/speech-language-skills-baby-sign-17/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240806T210204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T020339Z
UID:10001766-1733423400-1733430600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Colaboración y Contratos con los Padres
DESCRIPTION:Esta clase cubrirá algunos de los cuidados básicos que los proveedores de cuidado de niños hogareños deben ofrecer en su negocio.\n\n\nInstructor: Maria Gomez \n¿Saben sus padres qué esperar de su programa de cuidado infantil? Esta clase cubrirá algunos de los cuidados básicos que los proveedores de cuidado de niños hogareños deben ofrecer en su negocio. También orientación de cómo satisfacer las necesidades de las familias y los niños\, y cómo tener una comunicación y relación positiva con tus padres. Aprende a construir un contrato efectivo/claro\, cómo entrevistar a las posibles familias que entraran tu programa\, y más.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/colaboracion-y-contratos-con-los-padres/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210204Z
UID:10001731-1733423400-1733430600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Connecting With Our Children Through Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Sharing stories with our children increases early language development and their ability to express themselves.\n\n\nFacilitator: Muriel Johnson\, Early Childhood Educator\, Professional Storyteller \nSharing stories with our children increases early language development and enhances their ability to express themselves\, tap into their imagination and communicate thoughts\, feelings\, and ideas. Through this workshop\, parents will gain confidence in their storytelling abilities\, learn fun techniques and explore creative activities that help inspire and connect more deeply with their little ones. This is an interactive workshop where we will get to hear a story\, tell a tale\, and sing a song or two!
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/connecting-with-our-children-through-storytelling-15/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240806T210204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T231037Z
UID:10001765-1733250600-1733257800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Hiring a Nanny 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn about resources for hiring and establishing a work agreement with an opportunity to ask questions.\n\n\nInstructor: Hand in Hand: The Domestic Employers Network \nIf you’re thinking of hiring a nanny\, then this is the workshop for you! At this event\, Hand in Hand: The Domestic Employers Network will discuss the details of being an employer\, including your rights and responsibilities. The workshop will offer a variety of resources such as tips for hiring and interviewing\, establishing wages and a work agreement\, how to ensure a fair and safe workplace\, and the laws surrounding nanny employment.. Discussion will also offer ideas on how to create a positive\, long-term relationship with your employee. You will have a chance to talk about your own experiences\, ask questions\, and share concerns.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/hiring-a-nanny-101-10/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T001647Z
UID:10001730-1733164200-1733171400@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Fathering From Within (3 Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:This series is designed to empower fathers and help navigate relationships and social norms to make the future bright and promising.\n\n\nFacilitator: Kwame (Gaylon Logan\, Jr.)\, CEO of the nonprofit VillageConnect and BANANAS Coach \nThis is a series designed to empower all fathers and help navigate relationships and social norms that may hinder effective parenting. It will also offer personal tools that define or redefine one’s sense of identity and purpose\, and establish guiding principles for fatherhood. Participants will 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\, share with our children\, and make their future bright and promising. 1/3
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/fathering-from-within-3-part-series-9/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Parent Series,Parent Support Groups,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240806T210203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T020340Z
UID:10001764-1732127400-1732134600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Early Literacy (English w/Chinese Translation)
DESCRIPTION:From the early stages of childhood children begin to develop language and foundational reading skills.\n\n\nInstructor: Daisy Amezcua \nFrom the early stages of childhood children begin to develop language and foundational reading skills. It’s important to nurture them as these will have a great impact on shaping future success. Through reading\, rhyming\, singing and other literacy rich interactions we can not only promote language acquisition\, build vocabulary\, pre reading and comprehension skills but help them make connections that will get them geared for lifelong learning. Join us to learn more about the benefits of supporting early literacy and ways we can promote these skills.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/early-literacy-english-w-chinese-translation/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240725T220925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210203Z
UID:10001729-1732096800-1732102200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Choosing Child Care
DESCRIPTION:Join BANANAS to explore the options so you can connect with the right child care provider.\n\n\nFacilitator: Cathy De Vuono\, BANANAS Parent Education Coordinator \nFinding child care for your infant\, toddler or preschooler is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. There are a lot of things to consider\, such as cost\, hours\, and the type of child care that is best for your family. There are questions about the difference between a family child care provider\, a child care center\, and all the options available. We’ll discuss each type of care so you can connect with the right provider. We’ll also discuss how to screen and interview potential providers. 
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/choosing-child-care-27/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240806T210202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T020340Z
UID:10001763-1732010400-1732015800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Abrir un programa de cuidado infantil familiar
DESCRIPTION:Únase a nosotros para hablar sobre cómo convertirse en un proveedor cuidado infantil familiar.\n\n\nInstructor: Mayra Morales \n¿Está pensando en abrir su propio negocio de cuidado infantil familiar? Si es así\, ¡estos talleres gratuitos son solo para ti! Únase a nosotros para hablar sobre cómo convertirse en un proveedor autorizado. BANANAS está aquí para ofrecer apoyo en cada paso. Esta es una gran oportunidad para reunirse con un experto que pueda responder sus preguntas y ofrecerle información para comenzar. Tenga en cuenta que esto no reemplaza la orientación de Licencias de atención comunitaria (CCL). Para preinscribirse para esa orientación\, llame a CCL al 510-622-2602 o regístrese en línea en www.ccld.ca.gov en inglés o español.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/abrir-un-programa-de-cuidado-infantil-familiar-12/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240806T210145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T020341Z
UID:10001762-1732010400-1732015800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Opening a Family Child Care Program
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of opening your own family child care business?\n\n\nInstructor: Heng Chen \n Are you thinking of opening your own family child care business? If so\, this free workshop is for you! Join us to talk about how to become a licensed provider. This is a great chance to meet with an expert who can answer your questions and offer information to get you started. Please note that this does not replace the Community Care Licensing (CCL) orientation. To pre-register for that orientation\, call CCL at 510-622-2602 or register online at www.ccld.ca.gov in either English or Spanish.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/opening-a-family-child-care-program-33/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240806T210144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T020341Z
UID:10001761-1731954600-1731961800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Mantenimiento de registros para su Cuidado Infantil Familiar
DESCRIPTION:Le ofrecerá la oportunidad de hacer preguntas y ganar confianza en el manejo de sus finanzas y la preparación de sus impuestos.\n\n\nInstructora: Fred Kenyon & Kimberly Nava \nEn este taller sobre mantenimiento de registros\, un experto en impuestos de cuidado infantil familiar presentará información sobre cómo mejorar los resultados de su declaración anual y reducir su factura de impuestos. El facilitador Fred Kenyon discutirá las deducciones que son específicas para los negocios de cuidado infantil familiar\, como asignaciones para comidas\, millaje y uso de agua y electricidad. También cubriremos cómo incorporar cancelaciones que a menudo se pasan por alto en su declaración\, incluidos los activos que se encuentran en las habitaciones donde los niños pasan el tiempo. Esta capacitación le ofrecerá la oportunidad de hacer preguntas y ganar confianza en el manejo de sus finanzas y la preparación de sus impuestos. \nCon una estrategia clara\, puedes comenzar a ahorrar en tus impuestos y tener dinero para tomar vacaciones\, financiar la educación de tus hijos y planificar tu jubilación. ¡No se pierda esta importante capacitación diseñada especialmente para proveedores de cuidado infantil familiar!
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/mantenimiento-de-registros-para-su-cuidado-infantil-familiar/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T232113
CREATED:20240806T210143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T035535Z
UID:10001760-1731609000-1731616200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Provider Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Early childhood educators have an important job that can be highly rewarding although sometimes highly stressful.\n\n\nInstructor: Maria Gomez \nEarly childhood educators have an important job that can be highly rewarding although sometimes highly stressful. Come learn about how to cope with and alleviate stressors by taking care of yourself. Experience some healthy strategies to try when you are under stress!
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/provider-self-care/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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