Workshops for Parents & Families
BANANAS offers monthly workshops, classes, and support groups in the Northern Alameda County cities of Oakland, Berkeley, Albany, Piedmont, Emeryville, and Alameda. Workshops help parents approach the child care selection process, improve their parenting skills, and learn new coping tactics for a range of issues.
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Choosing Child Care
Choosing Child Care
Finding child care for your infant, toddler or preschooler is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent.Facilitator: Cathy De Vuono, BANANAS Parent Education CoordinatorFinding child […]
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Cooperation & Encouragement
Cooperation & Encouragement
This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline.Facilitator: Emaye Mizani, Founder Akoma Positive Discipline This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive […]
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Having Difficult Conversations with Style
Having Difficult Conversations with Style
Handling tough conversations with a family member without jeopardizing the relationship.Facilitator: Diedre Goree, Parent CoachBeing a parent is an incredibly rewarding role—but like any great job, it comes with its […]
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Co-Parenting From Within
Co-Parenting From Within
In this class, participants will gain personal tools for enhancing their co-parenting experience.Co-parenting after a divorce or break-up is never easy. But, if you and your former partner learn how […]
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Baby and Me Yoga
Baby and Me Yoga
Designed to assist new parents with recovery after birth, provide a supportive community-centered environment, and an awareness.Instructor: Leonora Willis, Perinatal Yoga Instructor, Birthworker and Lactation SpecialistThis class is designed to […]
Hiring a Nanny 101
Hiring a Nanny 101
If you’re thinking of hiring a nanny, then this is the workshop for you!Instructor: Hand in Hand: The Domestic Employers NetworkIf you’re thinking of hiring a nanny, then this is […]
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Cooperation & Encouragement
Cooperation & Encouragement
This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline.Facilitator: Emaye Mizani, Founder Akoma Positive Discipline This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive […]
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Speech, Language Skills & Baby Sign
Speech, Language Skills & Baby Sign
This is a virtual interactive workshop to equip caregivers with tools, practical tips and valuable suggestions for a great start.Instructor: Carol Lettko, Pediatric Speech and Language PathologistThis is a virtual […]
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Co-Parenting From Within
Co-Parenting From Within
In this class, participants will gain personal tools for enhancing their co-parenting experience.Co-parenting after a divorce or break-up is never easy. But, if you and your former partner learn how […]
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Balance & Security: Managing Emotions & Behaviors
Balance & Security: Managing Emotions & Behaviors
Join the discussion with a supportive group of parents, about how to create a secure relationship with your child(ren).Facilitator: Rose Schweig, MFT, BANANAS Parenting CoachDo you ever struggle to figure […]
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Cooperation & Encouragement
Cooperation & Encouragement
This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline.Facilitator: Emaye Mizani, Founder Akoma Positive Discipline This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive […]
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Grupos de Juego Virtuales
Grupos de Juego Virtuales
Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento virtual, invitados especiales y más!Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento […]
Virtual Playgroups
Virtual Playgroups
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 […]
UPK (Universal Pre Kindergarten) Discussion Group
UPK (Universal Pre Kindergarten) Discussion Group
We want to hear from you: UPK (Universal Pre Kindergarten) Discussion Group UPK is an umbrella term that includes Transitional Kindergarten (TK), State preschool programs, Head Start, and local preschool/child care programs that […]
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Balance & Security: Managing Emotions & Behaviors
Balance & Security: Managing Emotions & Behaviors
Join the discussion with a supportive group of parents, about how to create a secure relationship with your child(ren).Facilitator: Rose Schweig, MFT, BANANAS Parenting CoachDo you ever struggle to figure […]
In Person Playgroups
In Person Playgroups
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 […]
Grupos de Juego en Persona
Grupos de Juego en Persona
Los grupos de juego en persona han regresado!Los grupos de juego en persona han regresado! Ven aprende, descubre y juega con nosotros todos los viernes con juguetes, cuentos, arte, juegos […]
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Grupos de Juego Virtuales
Grupos de Juego Virtuales
Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento virtual, invitados especiales y más!Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento […]
Virtual Playgroups
Virtual Playgroups
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 […]
Connecting With Our Children Through Storytelling
Connecting With Our Children Through Storytelling
This is an interactive workshop where we will get to hear a story, tell a tale, and sing a song or two!Facilitator: Muriel Johnson, Early Childhood Educator, Professional Storyteller Sharing […]
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In Person Playgroups
In Person Playgroups
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 […]
Grupos de Juego en Persona
Grupos de Juego en Persona
Los grupos de juego en persona han regresado!Los grupos de juego en persona han regresado! Ven aprende, descubre y juega con nosotros todos los viernes con juguetes, cuentos, arte, juegos […]
Choosing Child Care
Choosing Child Care
We’ll discuss each type of care so you can connect with the right provider.Facilitator: Cathy De Vuono, BANANAS Parent Education Coordinator Finding child care […]
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UnPeeled 2024: BANANAS Ultimate Children’s Event!
UnPeeled 2024: BANANAS Ultimate Children’s Event!
Register Here BANANAS is thrilled to be returning to the magical Fairyland to host our UnPeeled Event this year! Join us for an afternoon of family fun ! BANANAS is […]
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Grupos de Juego Virtuales
Grupos de Juego Virtuales
Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento virtual, invitados especiales y más!Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento […]
Virtual Playgroups
Virtual Playgroups
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 […]
2 events,
Grupos de Juego en Persona
Grupos de Juego en Persona
Los grupos de juego en persona han regresado!Los grupos de juego en persona han regresado! Ven aprende, descubre y juega con nosotros todos los viernes con juguetes, cuentos, arte, juegos […]
In Person Playgroups
In Person Playgroups
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 […]
3 events,
Virtual Playgroups
Virtual Playgroups
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 […]
Grupos de Juego Virtuales
Grupos de Juego Virtuales
Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento virtual, invitados especiales y más!Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento […]
CARE Family Support Group
CARE Family Support Group
This program assists families who are experiencing homelessness navigate the child care system.Facilitators: Shawn M. Bryant, Director, The Teaching Excellence CenterNeymiya Moore, Family & Child Educator, Oakland Unified School DistrictThe […]
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Grupos de Juego en Persona
Grupos de Juego en Persona
Los grupos de juego en persona han regresado!Los grupos de juego en persona han regresado! Ven aprende, descubre y juega con nosotros todos los viernes con juguetes, cuentos, arte, juegos […]
In Person Playgroups
In Person Playgroups
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 […]
Toddler Triumphs: Building Strong Bonds
Toddler Triumphs: Building Strong Bonds
In this workshop you'll learn the tools needed to navigate the twists and turns of toddlerhood.In this workshop you'll learn the tools needed to navigate the twists and turns of […]
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