Parents & Families
At BANANAS, we are here to provide referrals, resources, and support to parents and families of all kind, regardless of income. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, foster parent, guardian, or relative, we can offer you options for child care, workshops about parenting and child development, and also information on everything from creating a nutritious diet to bonding with your baby to meeting other new and first-time parents.
BANANAS offers these key services to parents and families:
- Parent Programs & Services
- Child Care Referral Search
- Child Care Options
- Child Care Community Job Listings
- Parent Handouts
Additionally, we offer a free boutique filled with children’s items as well as referrals to community services such as food stamps and housing support.
may
01may7:00 pm9:00 pmEvent OverResolving Sibling Rivalry (3-Part Series)
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It's important that family members know they can trust and rely on one another and for siblings, it's especially important to work toward a relationship that will only become stronger
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It’s important that family members know they can trust and rely on one another and for siblings, it’s especially important to work toward a relationship that will only become stronger over time. No matter what ages your children are, they can learn to communicate with each other in a way that brings them closer together, which in turn will make the whole family happier and more connected. Facilitated by Wits’ End Parenting Coach Rebecah Freeling, this workshop will show how you can support strong sibling relationships built on cooperation, collaboration, sharing, and mutual understanding.
Series Dates: 4/17, 4/24, and 5/1
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Organizer
Rebecah Freelinghttp://www.rfreeling.com/
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06may11:00 am12:00 pmEvent OverChoosing Child Care at Room to Bloom Family Resource Center
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BANANAS is offering Choosing Child Care at Room to Bloom Family Resource Center! This workshop is designed to assist families in accessing child care resources. We will talk
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BANANAS is offering Choosing Child Care at Room to Bloom Family Resource Center!
This workshop is designed to assist families in accessing child care resources. We will talk about subsidized or low-cost child care programs that help pay for or reduce child care costs for families who qualify. Our knowledgeable counselor will also introduce you to the variety of child care options and offer guidance on how to begin the process of finding a child care provider, or preschool program, that’s right for your family.
Eligiendo Cuidado de Niños en Room to Bloom Family Resource Center
Este taller está diseñado para asistir a familias sobre las distintas opciones de cuidado infantil disponibles. Debby le dará información sobre opciones de cuidado infantil subsidiado o de bajo costo y le ayudará a entender cómo inscribirse si califica para recibir asistencia. También ofrecerá orientación sobre cómo comenzar el proceso de encontrar un proveedor de cuidado infantil o un programa preescolar adecuado para su familia.
Time
(Monday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PST
Organizer
Judy Kriege & Angie Cuatlatl
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07may10:00 am12:00 pmNo more spaces leftNew Moms Support Group (5-Part Series)
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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
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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. Alexis Azzam, a mother and licensed marriage and family therapist, will offer information along with tips for reducing isolation and bonding with your infant. Come and join us and bring your baby along!
Series dates: 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, and 5/14
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Alexis Azzam
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14may10:00 am12:00 pmNo more spaces leftNew Moms Support Group (5-Part Series)
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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
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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. Alexis Azzam, a mother and licensed marriage and family therapist, will offer information along with tips for reducing isolation and bonding with your infant. Come and join us and bring your baby along!
Series dates: 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, and 5/14
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Alexis Azzam
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16may6:30 pm8:30 pmEvent OverChoosing Infant Care
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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
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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. Babies are welcome!
Time
(Thursday) 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm PST
Organizer
Judy Kriegejudy@bananasbunch.org
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19may10:00 am11:30 amEvent OverHiring a Nanny 101
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If 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 talk
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If 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 talk about the legal details of being an employer, including your rights and responsibilities. By offering a variety of resources such as tips for establishing wages, how to ensure a fair and safe workplace, and best practices for evaluating employee-employer arrangements, the network will set you up with all the tools you need.
They’ll 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.
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Organizer
Hand In Hand: The Domestic Employers' Network
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22may7:00 pm9:00 pmNo more spaces leftSpirited Children (6-Part Series)
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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
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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: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Organizer
Rebecah Freelinghttp://www.rfreeling.com/
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29may7:00 pm9:00 pmNo more spaces leftSpirited Children (6-Part Series)
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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
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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: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Rebecah Freelinghttp://www.rfreeling.com/
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june
04jun10:00 am12:00 pmNew Moms Support Group (4-Part Series)
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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
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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. Alexis Azzam, a mother and licensed marriage and family therapist, will offer information along with tips for reducing isolation and bonding with your infant.
Note: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Alexis Azzam
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05jun7:00 pm9:00 pmNo more spaces leftSpirited Children (6-Part Series)
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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
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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: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Rebecah Freelinghttp://www.rfreeling.com/
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11jun10:00 am12:00 pmNew Moms Support Group (4-Part Series)
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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
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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. Alexis Azzam, a mother and licensed marriage and family therapist, will offer information along with tips for reducing isolation and bonding with your infant.
Note: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25
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(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Alexis Azzam
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12jun10:00 am12:00 pmChoosing Infant Care
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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
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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.
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(Wednesday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm PST
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Judy Kriegejudy@bananasbunch.org
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12jun7:00 pm9:00 pmNo more spaces leftSpirited Children (6-Part Series)
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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
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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: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Rebecah Freelinghttp://www.rfreeling.com/
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18jun10:00 am12:00 pmNew Moms Support Group (4-Part Series)
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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
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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. Alexis Azzam, a mother and licensed marriage and family therapist, will offer information along with tips for reducing isolation and bonding with your infant.
Note: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25
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(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Alexis Azzam
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19jun7:00 pm9:00 pmNo more spaces leftSpirited Children (6-Part Series)
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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
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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: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Rebecah Freelinghttp://www.rfreeling.com/
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25jun10:00 am12:00 pmNew Moms Support Group (4-Part Series)
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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
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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. Alexis Azzam, a mother and licensed marriage and family therapist, will offer information along with tips for reducing isolation and bonding with your infant.
Note: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25
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(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Alexis Azzam
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26jun7:00 pm9:00 pmNo more spaces leftSpirited Children (6-Part Series)
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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
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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: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
Series dates: 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Rebecah Freelinghttp://www.rfreeling.com/
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july
17jul6:30 pm8:30 pmChoosing Infant Care
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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
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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.
Time
(Wednesday) 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm PST
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Judy Kriegejudy@bananasbunch.org
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18jul6:00 pm7:30 pmHiring a Nanny 101
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If 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
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If 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. By offering 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, the network will set you up with all the tools you need. They’ll 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.
Note: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
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(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Hand In Hand: The Domestic Employers' Network
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25jul6:30 pm8:30 pmChoosing a Preschool Environment
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Finding the right child care program for three and four-year-olds can be just as confusing and stressful as finding care for infants and toddlers. While many qualities that parents search
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Finding the right child care program for three and four-year-olds can be just as confusing and stressful as finding care for infants and toddlers. While many qualities that parents search for in care remain the same, there are different developmental needs for children in the two years before entering Kindergarten. Come learn about what preschool age children need in care environments and how to assess the quality of the various programs you may be considering.
Note: There is no child care provided for any of our parenting classes, but babies in arms are welcome.
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(Thursday) 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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Judy Kriegejudy@bananasbunch.org
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