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50 child development Events Found

Mar 4

Tiny Ones - Timbernook Kauai March-April-May- 1st Wednesday of the month

Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. You'll also receive ideas on how to inspire independent play at home. This registration covers 3 Wednesdays: March 4th with 'Magic Beach' theme, April 1st with 'I'm invited to a party' theme, and May 6th with 'Painting' theme. Location is at Kauai Bible church LAND (not the church itself) - up Omao road, across the highway. Adult participation required. Must bring healthy snack, bug spray/sunscreen, water bottle, change of clothing, appropriate shoes, and play clothes. Programs are 100% outdoors, rain or shine.
Kauai Bible Church Land
$40.00 - For 3 W...
3/4/26
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Mar 4

Stay & Play and Learn

Playtime at the library! Immediately following Preschool Storytime there will be playtime in the library for children. They will enjoy playing with educational toys while learning to socialize, share and make new friends. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Long Branch Library
Free
3/4/26
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Mar 6

Ready, Set, School! Kindergarten Readiness

Kindergarten readiness program focusing on early learning skills
Central Library
Free
3/6/26
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Mar 6

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Conference

Join us for a one-and-a-half-day, evidence-based conference at Scottish Rite for Children designed for pediatricians, family practitioners and advanced practice providers who deliver direct care to children.
Scottish Rite for Children
Free
3/6/26
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Mar 6

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Conference

Join us for a one-and-a-half-day, evidence-based conference at Scottish Rite for Children designed for pediatricians, family practitioners and advanced practice providers who deliver direct care to children.
Scottish Rite for Children
Free
3/6/26
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Mar 6

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Conference

Join us for a one-and-a-half-day, evidence-based conference at Scottish Rite for Children designed for pediatricians, family practitioners and advanced practice providers who deliver direct care to children. March 6-7, 2026.
Scottish Rite for Children
Free
3/6/26
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Mar 6

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Conference

Join us for a one-and-a-half-day, evidence-based conference at Scottish Rite for Children designed for pediatricians, family practitioners and advanced practice providers who deliver direct care to children. Conference runs March 6-7, 2026.
Scottish Rite for Children
Free
3/6/26
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Mar 7

Wild Ones - TimberNook Lake Winnebago Region Lemonade in Winter

This program provides innovative learning opportunities through meaningful, child-led play. Each series fosters essential life skills, inspires creativity, facilitates connection, and integrates advanced cognitive & social emotional skills. Children will have the opportunity to build and open their own lemonade stands - in winter! They can also serve their own lemonade after lunch! This is a 100% outdoor program. Ages 7-12 years. Drop-off program with 1:6 staff ratio. Children must bring backpack with change of clothes, water bottle, healthy snack and lunch.
Kiekhaefer Park
$45.00 - Program...
3/7/26
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Mar 9

Literacy&Justice 4 All: Language Nutrition in Early Learning

This interactive session explores the power of early language exposure in shaping brain development and lifelong learning. Participants will learn how rich, responsive interactions serve as 'language nutrition,' fueling cognitive growth in young children. We will discuss key concepts of early brain development, foundational language skills, and how adopting a coaching mindset encourages families to support children's communication with our 4 new TWMB partners: Rainbow House, Ethne Health, Center for Black Women's Wellness and Atlanta Birth Center.
The Westin Austin Downtown - Strait
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Hatchlings - Parent Workshop

Expectant & new parents, please join us for a 3-session workshop (3/9, 3/16, & 3/23) to learn ways to support baby's development with playful early learning activities. This interactive early literacy program includes books, songs, rhymes, and fun activities. Each session focuses on different aspects: Session 1: Baby's Brain (March 9), Session 2: Read, Talk and Sing with Baby (March 16), Session 3: Building a Routine (March 23). Families receive a FREE tote bag with book, toy, and song book. Limited to expectant parents and families with babies 0-4 months old. Made possible with help from Friends of the Library and Mother Goose on the Loose.
Quince Orchard Library
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 10

ECE Stories That Move Us: A Fieldwide Conversation

A meetup event featuring field-wide conversation about Early Childhood Education (ECE) stories. Part of SXSW programming.
The Westin Austin Downtown / Strait
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 10

Supporting the Early Childhood Workforce that Powers Us

Panel discussion on supporting the early childhood workforce. Part of SXSW conference programming.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waller Ballroom C
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 10

ECE Stories That Move Us: A Fieldwide Conversation

Meet up event focusing on early childhood education stories and field-wide conversation. Part of SXSW conference programming.
The Westin Austin Downtown - Strait
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 10

Social-Emotional Learning Through Nature Play

Learn and grow social emotional skills through play while exploring at The Morton Arboretum. In this accompanied program children will learn social skills through modeling and role play to develop a stronger sense of self. Topics change monthly. This program takes place outdoors. Check the forecast and dress for the weather. Course number: Y280. Multiple sessions available throughout March 2026.
The Morton Arboretum - Visitor Center
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3/10/26
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Mar 12

Featured Session: How to Support Resilient Youth in an AI World

Featured session exploring how to support resilient youth in an AI-driven world, presented by education expert Rebecca Winthrop from The Brookings Institution. Part of SXSW programming.
Venue TBA
Free
3/12/26
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Mar 13

CCF Spring Lecture Series: "Playful Learning Landscapes: Supporting early learning and strengthening relationships through play"

The Margaret Tresch Owen Lecture Series is a series of developmental science talks by center-affiliated researchers. This 18th annual lecture explores Playful Learning Landscapes, drawing on research from psychology, education, and community-based design to show how simple, joyful interactions in public or routine environments can promote children's language, problem-solving, social emotional growth, and family connection. Available both in-person and online via MS Teams. Parking passes and instructions will be sent to registered attendees.
Callier Center Richardson Addition (CRA), 12.120
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3/13/26
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Mar 13

Storybook - TimberNook Central Oregon Lemonade in Winter

One of most popular programs, children 'live and breathe' stories out in the wild. Each program brings a new story and adventure for the children to recreate with friends! This is a 2.5-hour drop-off program that provides unique and authentic outdoor sensory rich play experiences. Programs are 100% outdoors and weather-appropriate attire is required. Age range: 5-12 years. Adult participation not required.
TimberNook Central Oregon
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3/13/26
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Mar 20

Child Care Academy 1

Three-week Child Care Academy with two in-person meetings (March 20-21) followed by self-paced online modules (March 22-April 10). Training covers CPR/first aid, health and safety, infant/toddler safe sleep, playground safety, child maltreatment recognition, NC Foundations for Early Learning, Environment Rating Scales, and Pathways to the Stars program standards. Includes certification and support for NCDHHS criminal background checks. Partnership organizations include NC DHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education, Children's Council of Watauga County, Partnership of Ashe, Blue Ridge Energy Members Foundation, Kid Cove, Watauga County, and Boone Area Chamber of Commerce.
App State's Boone campus
Free training an...
3/20/26
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Mar 27

Tiny Ones - TimberNook Mid-Michigan Tiny Ones Spring 4-Session Series

Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. This is a 4 session series on Fridays: March 27th, April 10th, April 24th, May 8th. Adult participation required. Age range: 1.5 - 5 years. 100% outdoor program in all weather conditions. Holidays: Apr 3, 2026, Apr 17, 2026, May 1, 2026.
JaxNaz Church
$88.00 - 4-sessi...
3/27/26
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Mar 28

Tiny Ones - TimberNook Lake Winnebago Region Pizza Kitchen

Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. This is a 1-day popup session on March 28th from 9:30-11am where kids have the opportunity to make their own 'pizza' in the woods in a woodland pizza kitchen. This is a 100% outdoor program. Adult participation is required. Children should wear weather appropriate attire and families should bring a backpack with change of clothes, water bottle, healthy snack, and towel.
Kiekhaefer Park
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3/28/26
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Mar 29

Tiny Ones - TimberNook Southern Sydney - Term 1 2026 MONDAY 10am - 12pm

TimberNook Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest adventurers (ages 1-6 years). Parent/carer participation required. Outdoor creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development through connection with nature. Activities include stories in the wild, imagination play, tinkering with tools, and natural sensory adventures using elements of fire, water, air and earth. Registration closes at 2pm the business day before. Non-refundable booking policy with medical exceptions only.
TimberNook Southern Sydney
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3/29/26
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Apr 1

Tiny Ones - Timbernook Kauai "I'm invited to a party" Theme

Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. Today's theme is "I'm invited to a party" where keiki will have the opportunity to bring a classic book to life in the woods with dress up and kitchen play. 100% outdoor experience, rain or shine. Adult participation required. Ages 1.5-5 years. Bring healthy snack, bug spray/sunscreen, water bottle, change of clothing, appropriate outdoor shoes, and clothes that can get dirty. Location is up Omao road, across the highway from the church. A comprehensive welcome packet will be emailed a few days in advance.
Kauai Bible Church Land - Timbernook Play Area
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4/1/26
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Apr 2

The Science of Parenting: Understanding Research and Reality - Spanish (Session 1 of 2)

First session of a 2-part workshop conducted in Spanish. How do parents use research to help inform their unique parenting reality? Learn about how parenting realities are different and discover helpful parenting tools and techniques. Intended audience: Adult caregivers of children ages 0-18 years.
Online
Free
4/2/26
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Apr 3

The Science of Parenting: Understanding Research and Reality - Spanish (Session 2 of 2)

Second session of a 2-part workshop conducted in Spanish. How do parents use research to help inform their unique parenting reality? Learn about how parenting realities are different and discover helpful parenting tools and techniques. Intended audience: Adult caregivers of children ages 0-18 years.
Online
Free
4/3/26
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Apr 21

Tiny Ones - TimberNook Lake Winnebago Region Spring 4-Week Session

This program is designed for tots and caregivers. Children will have the opportunity to live and breathe the stories of Cinderella, Goldilocks and the Dinosaurs, Hansel and Gretel, & Caps for Sale. This is a 4-week session meeting on Tuesdays April 21, 28 and May 5, 12 from 9-11am. TimberNook is a 100% outdoor program in all weather. Adult participation is required - this is NOT a drop-off program. Designed for ages 1-6 years.
Kiekhaefer Park
$100.00 - 4-week...
4/21/26
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