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SUMMARY:Insights Into Areas of Deficiencies and Get Ready for your Inspection
DESCRIPTION:This training is to share and discuss best practices to remain in compliance with Title 22 licensing standards.\n\n\nInstructor: Carla Fernandez-Goes \nThe core mission of the Community Care Licensing Division\, Child Care Licensing Program is to maintain the health and safety of children by ensuring that licensed child care facilities meet established standards. Most Commonly Cited Deficiencies reports are produced annually providing insight into areas of deficiency for licensed facilities where the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) Tool was used. Child care program staff will share the findings of the report and discuss best practices to remain in compliance with Title 22 licensing standards specific to these deficiencies. In addition to how to be ready for your next annual inspection through the CARE tool.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/insights-into-areas-of-deficiencies-and-get-ready-for-your-inspection/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240806T210106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T020848Z
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SUMMARY:Social Emotional Health in Children (0-5)
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will discover ways in which your early childhood role can nurture the emotional development of young children.\n\n\nInstructor: Maria Gomez \nIn this workshop\, participants will discover ways in which their early childhood role can nurture the emotional development of young children through interactions\, practices\, and modeling in order to build secure attachment relationships. Participants will examine what mental health means in young children and discuss specific strategies for providing consistency\, responsiveness\, and security in an emotionally healthy setting.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/social-emotional-health-in-children-0-5/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20241002T042248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T042248Z
UID:10001938-1729161000-1729166400@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:In Person Playgroups
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Thursday Oct 1 – Oct 31  | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm \nRegistration Link:  In Person Playgroup Registration  \nFacilitator: Mayra Morales \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 prioritizes Havenscourt Neighborhood Families (94621+94605+94603+94601).
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/in-person-playgroups-86/
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:20241015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20241002T042043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T042043Z
UID:10001934-1728988200-1728993600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:In Person Playgroups
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Thursday Oct 1 – Oct 31  | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm \nRegistration Link:  In Person Playgroup Registration  \nFacilitator: Mayra Morales \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 prioritizes Havenscourt Neighborhood Families (94621+94605+94603+94601).
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/in-person-playgroups-82/
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:20241015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210106Z
UID:10001715-1728986400-1728993600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:New Moms Support Group (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations!  Join this circle of support to share feelings\, ask questions\, build friendships and bring your baby along!\n\n\nFacilitator: Rose Schweig\, MFT and BANANAS Parenting Coach \nCongratulations 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. Come and join us and bring your baby along! 1/3
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/new-moms-support-group-3-part-series-39/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Parent Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240806T210105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T043811Z
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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\, Oct. 14 – 16 | 6:30 pm -8:30 pm\, 2 hour in-person training on  Sat. the 19th  \n This 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/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Health & Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241014T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T001647Z
UID:10001714-1728930600-1728937800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Cooperation & Encouragement (3-Part series)
DESCRIPTION:Positive Discipline that fosters cooperation\, understanding and mutual respect\n\n\nFacilitator: Emaye Mizani\, Founder Akoma Positive Discipline \nThis workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline. We will take a deeper look at misbehavior and what children are trying to achieve with it. This approach fosters cooperation\, understanding and mutual respect rather than power struggles. By the end of the series\, you will have the tools that will strengthen your relationship with your child. 2/3
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/cooperation-encouragement-3-part-series-3/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Parent Series,Parent Support Groups,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20241002T173902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T173902Z
UID:10001941-1728671400-1728678600@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-3/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240806T210104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T020848Z
UID:10001750-1728585000-1728592200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:La Salud Socio-emocional de los niños (0-5)
DESCRIPTION:En este taller\, descubriremos formas en las que su papel en la primera infancia puede nutrir el desarrollo emocional de los niños.\n\n\nInstructor: Maria Gomez \nEn este taller\, los participantes descubrirán maneras en que su papel en la primera infancia puede nutrir el desarrollo emocional de los niños pequeños a través de interacciones\, prácticas\, y modelos que construyen relaciones de apego seguras. Los participantes examinarán lo que significa la salud mental en los niños pequeños y discutirán estrategias específicas para proporcionar consistencia\, capacidad de respuesta\, y seguridad en un entorno emocionalmente saludable.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/la-salud-socio-emocional-de-los-ninos-0-5/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20241002T042222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T042222Z
UID:10001937-1728556200-1728561600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:In Person Playgroups
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Thursday Oct 1 – Oct 31  | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm \nRegistration Link:  In Person Playgroup Registration  \nFacilitator: Mayra Morales \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 prioritizes Havenscourt Neighborhood Families (94621+94605+94603+94601).
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/in-person-playgroups-85/
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:20241008T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20241002T041817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T041817Z
UID:10001933-1728383400-1728388800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:In Person Playgroups
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Thursday Oct 1 – Oct 31  | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm \nRegistration Link:  In Person Playgroup Registration  \nFacilitator: Mayra Morales \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 prioritizes Havenscourt Neighborhood Families (94621+94605+94603+94601).
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/in-person-playgroups-81/
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:20241008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210048Z
UID:10001711-1728381600-1728388800@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-6/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210048Z
UID:10001710-1728325800-1728333000@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Cooperation & Encouragement (3-Part series)
DESCRIPTION:Positive Discipline that fosters cooperation\, understanding and mutual respect\n\n\nFacilitator: Emaye Mizani\, Founder Akoma Positive Discipline \nThis workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline. We will take a deeper look at misbehavior and what children are trying to achieve with it. This approach fosters cooperation\, understanding and mutual respect rather than power struggles. By the end of the series\, you will have the tools that will strengthen your relationship with your child.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/cooperation-encouragement-3-part-series/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210048Z
UID:10001709-1728036000-1728043200@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-14/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240812T212625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T212625Z
UID:10001917-1728032400-1728046800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Salud Preventiva
DESCRIPTION:Este plan de estudios de capacitación proporciona las ocho horas de capacitación en salud preventiva.\n\n\nInstructor: Gabriela Meneses  \nDates: Oct. 4 – 5  | 9 am – 1 pm \nEste plan de estudios de capacitación proporciona las ocho horas de capacitación en salud preventiva aprobada por EMSA que se requieren para obtener la licencia de cuidado infantil. El contenido principal del plan de estudios de capacitación en seguridad y salud preventiva (excluyendo RCP pediátrica y primeros auxilios) está organizado en tres módulos. Módulo 1: Prevención de Enfermedades Infecciosas; Módulo 2: Prevención de Lesiones; y Módulo 3: Nutrición. El plan de estudios se utiliza para capacitar a proveedores de cuidado infantil que son nuevos en el campo o profesionales experimentados en educación y cuidado infantil que están tomando el curso para actualizar sus conocimientos y asegurarse de que estén actualizados.  Este plan de estudios contiene el contenido de nutrición y prevención del envenenamiento por plomo requerido para la obtención de una licencia de cuidado infantil.  \nEsta formación se divide en 2 sesiones de cuatro horas de 9am a 1pm. Los días varían según el mes. La certificación de este curso no tiene fecha de vencimiento. No se permiten REEMBOLSOS ni TRANSFERENCIAS DE CLASE por ningún motivo. Regístrese sabiamente. \nPara obtener más información sobre el Programa de Salud y Seguridad de BANANAS\, comuníquese con Gabriela Meneses. Se habla español.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/salud-preventiva-3/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T022334Z
UID:10001706-1727807400-1727814600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:CDSS-Insights into Areas of Deficiencies & Annual Inspection Prep
DESCRIPTION:Discuss best practices to remain in compliance with Title 22 licensing standards and how to  be ready for your next annual inspection!\n\n\nThe core mission of the Community Care Licensing Division\, Child Care Licensing Program is to maintain the health and safety of children by ensuring that licensed child care facilities meet established standards. Most Commonly Cited Deficiencies reports are produced annually providing insight into areas of deficiency for licensed facilities where the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) Tool was used.  \nChild care program staff will share the findings of the report and discuss best practices to remaining in compliance with Title 22 licensing standards specific to these deficiencies. In addition to how to be ready for your next annual inspection through the CARE tool.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/cdss-insights-into-areas-of-deficiencies-annual-inspection-prep-2/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210047Z
UID:10001705-1727721000-1727728200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Co-Parenting From Within (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Explore the co-parenting  model that will give your kids the confidence and stability they need.\n\n\nFacilitator: Gaylon Logan\, Jr. CEO\, Village Connect\, Inc. and BANANAS’ Parenting Coach \nCo-parenting after a divorce or break-up is never easy. But\, if you and your former partner learn how to co-parent amicably\, you will give your kids the confidence and stability they need to be successful in life. Participants will gain personal tools for enhancing their co-parenting experience. Learn about the purpose of the parenting team through interactive and culturally congruent processes. Gaylon Logan Jr. has many years of experience assisting parents in establishing guiding principles and practices of effective co-parenting. 3/3
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/co-parenting-from-within-3-part-series-16/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Parent Series,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210047Z
UID:10001703-1727373600-1727382600@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Responding to Tears
DESCRIPTION:There is a key to helping your child work through upsets and get back to calm\, cooperative behavior.\n\n\nInstructor: Julie Johnson\, M.Ed. and BANANAS Parenting Coach \nWhen your little one has a meltdown you don’t want to lose your cool and say things you regret or dole out consequences that don’t work. In this workshop you’ll learn the key to helping your child work through upsets and get back to calm\, cooperative behavior. There are practical and powerful ways to keep your cool and be less reactive when things get heated that can help you be a confident parent.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/responding-to-tears-2/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240809T045722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T045722Z
UID:10001890-1727346600-1727352000@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:In Person Playgroups
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Thursday Sep 3 – Sep 26  | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm \nRegistration Link:  In Person Playgroup Registration  \nFacilitator: Mayra Morales \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 prioritizes Havenscourt Neighborhood Families (94621+94605+94603+94601).
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/in-person-playgroups-80/
LOCATION:Havenscourt Cubhouse\, 6818 Lion Creek Way\, Oakland\, CA\, 94618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Parent & Family Workshops,Playgroups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240806T210047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T021000Z
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SUMMARY:Challenging behavior in early childhood (English w/Chinese Translation)
DESCRIPTION:In this training we will talk about ‘the why’ of inappropriate behaviors and how to help children self-regulate.\n\n\nInstructor: Daisy Amezcua \nDuring early childhood children are developing social-emotional skills and it is common for them to exhibit behaviors that are not appropriate because they have not learned how to manage strong feelings or how to express themselves verbally to satisfy their needs. In this training we will talk about ‘the why’ of these behaviors and how to help children self-regulate using various strategies to help them be able to interact with their peers and caregivers in appropriate ways.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/challenging-behavior-in-early-childhood-english-w-chinese-translation/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240806T210030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T180534Z
UID:10001747-1727258400-1727263800@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 \nAre 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-31/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210031Z
UID:10001702-1727258400-1727263800@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-4/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240809T232131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T233029Z
UID:10001905-1727173800-1727179200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Grupos de Juego en Persona
DESCRIPTION:Grupos de Juego en Persona \nFacilitadora: Mayra Morales \nMartes y Jueves\,  Sep 3 – Sep 26 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm  \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 niños de 0-5 años y priorizamos a Familias de Havenscourt (94621+94605+94603+94601).  
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/grupos-de-juego-en-persona-74/
LOCATION:Havenscourt Cubhouse\, 6818 Lion Creek Way\, Oakland\, CA\, 94618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops,Family Friends & Neighbors,Parent & Family Workshops,Playgroups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240809T045641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T045641Z
UID:10001889-1727173800-1727179200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:In Person Playgroups
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday and Thursday Sep 3 – Sep 26  | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm \nRegistration Link:  In Person Playgroup Registration  \nFacilitator: Mayra Morales \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 prioritizes Havenscourt Neighborhood Families (94621+94605+94603+94601).
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/in-person-playgroups-79/
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:20240924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210030Z
UID:10001700-1727172000-1727179200@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Balance & Security: Managing Emotions & Behaviors (2-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Join the discussion with a supportive group of parents\, about how to create a secure relationship with your child(ren).\n\n\nFacilitator: Rose Schweig\, MFT\, BANANAS Parenting Coach \nDo you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need? Do they ignore your requests or get easily upset making it hard to know how to respond? You’re not alone! Our children need clear parameters\, the freedom to explore so they can learn from their mistakes and they need our unconditional love. Join the discussion with a supportive group of parents\, about how to create a secure relationship with your child(ren). 2/2
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/balance-security-managing-emotions-behaviors-2-part-series-4/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Parent Series,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240924T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240806T210030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T021001Z
UID:10001748-1727172000-1727177400@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-11/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210030Z
UID:10001699-1727116200-1727123400@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Co-Parenting From Within (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Explore the co-parenting  model that will give your kids the confidence and stability they need.\n\n\nFacilitator: Gaylon Logan\, Jr. CEO\, Village Connect\, Inc. and BANANAS’ Parenting Coach  \n Co-parenting after a divorce or break-up is never easy. But\, if you and your former partner learn how to co-parent amicably\, you will give your kids the confidence and stability they need to be successful in life. Participants will gain personal tools for enhancing their co-parenting experience. Learn about the purpose of the parenting team through interactive and culturally congruent processes. Gaylon Logan Jr. has many years of experience assisting parents in establishing guiding principles and practices of effective co-parenting.
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/co-parenting-from-within-3-part-series-17/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Parent Series,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240806T210029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T021001Z
UID:10001746-1726770600-1726777800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Science- From Theory to Practice
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/science-from-theory-to-practice/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240725T220847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T210029Z
UID:10001697-1726770600-1726777800@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Help Me Get THIS Together
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/help-me-get-this-together-2/
CATEGORIES:Parent & Family Workshops,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T061303
CREATED:20240806T210011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T021520Z
UID:10001745-1726750800-1726758000@bananasbunch.org
SUMMARY:Director’s Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join center directors as we meet to discuss and connect about important topics regarding licensing requirements\, policies\, and more.\n\n\nFacilitator: Andrea Bradford \nJoin center directors as we meet quarterly to discuss and connect about important topics regarding administration\, staffing\, licensing requirements\, and policies. We provide updates and resources in each meeting. Come and connect with other center directors!
URL:https://bananasbunch.org/event/directors-roundtable-5/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Provider Workshops
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