• CPR/Pediatric First Aid

    This CPR and First Aid is the course complies with California state regulations for child care providers.CPR and First Aid is the course that complies with California state regulations for child care providers. First Aid teaches injury prevention and how to respond to emergencies and accidents. This class covers birth through adulthood, although the focus […]

  • Secure Child-Balanced Parent: Managing Emotions & Behaviors (2 Part Series)

    Do you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need?Facilitator: Rose Schweig, MFT, BANANAS Parenting Coach Tue, Sep 19 & 26 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Do 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 […]

  • Director’s Roundtable

    A quarterly meeting for center directors!Join 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!

  • Secure Child-Balanced Parent: Managing Emotions & Behaviors (2 Part Series)

    Do you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need?Facilitator: Rose Schweig, MFT, BANANAS Parenting Coach Tue, Sep 19 & 26 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Do 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 […]

  • Opening a Family Child Care Program

    Are you thinking of opening your own family child care business? If so, these free workshops are just for you!Join us to talk about how to become a licensed provider. BANANAS is here to offer support at every step. This is a great chance to meet with an expert who can answer your questions and […]

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

    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 platform.Play with laughter has the power to break tension and resolve conflict, […]

  • Pre-K CLASS® Half Day Introduction

    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, or a teacher looking for better ways to engage students, the Pre-K half-day CLASS introduction training is for you! […]

  • Living with Strong Willed, Spirited Kids (3 Part Series)

    Learn strategies and tools to help you manage the challenging behaviors often displayed by strong-willed kids.Registration closes the day before the event, if you want to join us, contact Cathy at [email protected] is a series of sessions- registration for the first part will provide registration for all. You are welcome to register for and attend […]

  • Abrir un programa de cuidado infantil familiar

    ¿Está pensando en abrir su propio negocio de cuidado infantil familiar?¿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 […]

  • Virtual Playgroups

    Havenscourt Cubhouse 6818 Lion Creek Way, Oakland, CA, United States

    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 more! Snacks will be provided. This playgroup is for children 0-5 […]

  • Baby & Me Yoga

    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 [email protected] class is designed to assist […]

  • In Person Playgroups

    Havenscourt Cubhouse 6818 Lion Creek Way, Oakland, CA, United States

    In person playgroups are back! Come learn, discover and play with us every Tuesday and Thursday 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 more! Snacks will be provided. This playgroup is for children 0-5 years and […]