Pima County Parenting Coalition

FORMAS DE MEJORAR EL DESARROLLO POSITIVO DEL CEREBRO/CLASE VIRTUAL
2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix) | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Los padres adquieren una comprension de los cambios de desarrollo que ocurren en los cerebros de los ninos pequenos y adolescentes y las tecnicas que los padres pueden utilizar para mejorar ese desarrollo.
Regístrate en Ways to Enhance Positive Brain Development- Spanish ⋆ Casa de los Niños

Stay & Play- Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Play is the best avenue for learning! Children 0-5 years of age and their grownups will play and socialize together with a variety of materials selected to enhance all areas of development. We focus specifically on social skills, literacy, and communication.

Story School Session 2: The Joy of Sharing Books and Stories
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
STORY SCHOOL
Story School is a fun, family-centered early literacy program for families with children ages 0–5. Caregivers learn how to support their child’s reading growth while building school readiness. Families enjoy music, movement, and hands-on literacy activities together—and receive up to 22 free books to build a home library. Families are encouraged to join us for all 12 sessions to get the most out of this shared learning experience.
Visit www.mystoryschool.org/apply to register today!
Session 1 Program Overview
Session 2 The Joy of Sharing Books and Stories
Session 3 The Magic of Sharing Stories and Reading
Session 4 The Superpower of Vocabulary
Session 5 Building your Child’s Word Power
Session 6 Let’s Play with the Sounds of Language
Session 7 Discovering the Rhythm and Sounds of Words
Session 8 ABCs- Shapes to Symbols to Letters
Session 9 ABCs- Transforming Shapes into Symbols and Alphabet Letters
Session 10 Making Books Come Alive
Session 11 Turning Every Book Into an Adventure
Session 12 Celebration
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Visit www.mystoryschool.org/apply to register today!

Baby Signs Too
2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
Come join Parent Aid and Amanda for a great opportunity to learn sign language with your little one! Learn how to enhance early communication skills, reduce tantrums, and promote language development with the addition to nurturing your bond and understanding your child’s needs. Baby Signs Too is designed to be used with families with hearing infants and toddlers.
Registration is FREE!
Please note: Videos are used in class to support instruction and curriculum

Happy Hour: Family Playtime
2026-01-23 11:30 - 12:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
Join Amanda at Parent Aid for a playful, stress-free hour of connection, creativity, and community! Happy Hour: Family Playtime is a warm and welcoming space where parents and children explore the joy of free play — together.
This interactive experience helps little ones build important social skills while giving parents the chance to connect with one another, share experiences, and step into their child’s world through play. It’s a perfect blend of bonding, support, and fun — no agenda, no pressure, just quality time.
✨ Meet other parents
🧸 Support your child’s growth through play
💬 Enjoy thoughtful conversations in a relaxed environment
Come as you are — stay for the smiles.
Because connection is the real happy hour.

Musical Expressions
2026-01-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
This class will encourage children to artistically express what they feel through music onto paper and through fun dance moves. Art and music invigorate young children’s minds to be creative, imaginative, expressive, confident, engaged and so much more!

Story School Session 2: The Joy of Sharing Books and Stories
2026-01-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States

Joyful Journeys in Art
2026-01-24 09:30 - 10:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
In this class, the emphasis is on the joy of creation rather than the final product. Each session is designed to spark curiosity and encourage self-expression as children engage in hands-on
activities like finger painting, nature collages, texture explorations, and more.

Orientación del Programa Kith & Kin
2026-01-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Esta primera sesión es tu cálida bienvenida al programa. Te guiaremos a través de lo que puedes esperar cada semana, presentaremos los temas que vas a explorar y explicaremos cómo todo está diseñado para apoyar tu crecimiento. Al final de la sesión, te sentirás preparado, informado y listo para comenzar.d.
El Programa Kith & Kin es una clase de 12 semanas que ofrece capacitación y apoyo a los cuidadores familiares, amigos y vecinos. Los cuidadores familiares, amigos y vecinos son tías, tíos, abuelos, hermanos, amigos y vecinos que brindan cuidado a cuatro o menos niños en su hogar.
Cada clase de 2 horas está diseñada para mejorar la calidad de atención brindada a los niños y aumentar el conocimiento de los cuidadores FFN sobre la primera infancia. Cada sesión semanal se centra en un tema específico e incluye intercambio de información, discusión, desarrollo de habilidades y actividades. Los grupos se llevan a cabo en un formato de apoyo donde los participantes aprenden de su instructor, así como unos de otros.
Reciba recursos en capacitaciones de prevención de lesiones sobre temas como:

Desarrollo InfantilSalud y Seguridad
Salud y Seguridad: Certificación en First Aid, CPR & AED
Desafíos de comportamiento
Nutrición
Lengua y alfabetización
Seguridad de los pasajeros niños (silla de automóvil)
Seguridad en el hogar y en la cuna (cuneros portátiles)

Sensory Exploration/ Exploración sensorial
2026-01-26 10:30 - 11:15 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
This class will expose your child to different colors, shapes, patterns, materials and fabrics to feel help them accept so many transitions into this big world fill with experiences.
Esta clase expondrá a su hijo a diferentes colores, formas, patrones, materiales y telas para sentir que lo ayudan a aceptar tantas transiciones a este gran mundo lleno de experiencias.

HANDS IN NATURE: Art, Exploration, and Creative Play
2026-01-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
This is a nature-inspired class for children ages 2-5. Each session invites children to explore unique materials for art, construction, science, literacy, and more. Whether painting with mud, building with sticks, experimenting with water, or storytelling with found objects, children will engage in hands-on discovery that nurtures creativity, problem solving, and sensory exploration.

BEYOND BIRTH: Nurtured Motherhood Support Group
2026-01-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
This nurturing support group is designed especially for mothers in the early stages of parenthood. Through thoughtful conversation, guided activities, and shared experiences, participants are invited to connect, reflect, and grow together. The group offers a safe and supportive space to explore the emotional, physical, and mental transitions that come with welcoming a new baby.

Author Reading: The Night Defenders Strike Back by Danielle K. Herker
2026-01-26 11:30 - 12:00 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
Join us for a magical Storytime with local children’s book author and illustrator, Danielle K. Herker, as she brings her delightful book, The Night Defenders Strike Back, to life! Families and young readers are invited to enjoy an engaging reading session filled with fun, creativity, and imagination.
The Night Defenders are back in action! This time, however, those naughty foxes have taken things too far, and the bats have had enough. In this book, you will encounter squids, mustard-filled squirt guns, and an epic showdown that will keep you on the edge of your seats! Will the Night Defenders be able to overcome the mischievous foxes? Or, will the foxes take the victory? There is only one way to find out! Don’t be afraid! Open this book and cheer on your Night Defenders!
Lunch will be provided after the reading.

Rx 360 Substance Misuse and Naloxone training
2026-01-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom, Arizona
Learn how to store and dispose of RX drugs safely. Learn how to use Narcan to reverse an opioid overdose.

Snack Time Adventures
2026-01-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities related to food and snacks through sensory exploration and simple cooking activities. These experiences strengthen fine motor skills, enhance language development, encourage curiosity, and help build healthy eating habits.

Wonders of the Desert: Nature Play & Storytime
2026-01-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Wonders of the Desert: Nature Play & Storytime- HABITATS
Wonders of the Desert invites children ages 2–5 to and their caregivers to explore nature through playful, hands-on outdoor activities led by a trained educator. Each session includes engaging experiences like digging, building, and crafting, plus a themed Storytime. Families also receive a bilingual activity page to continue learning at home.
Habitats: Children and caregivers learn about the variety of animals that live in the Sonoran Desert and how they adapt to their habitats. They explore the roles animals play in the ecosystem and develop curiosity and respect for wildlife. This experience fosters observation skills and a deeper connection to the natural world.

Zumbini- Robles Elem. Family Resource Center
2026-01-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
Come join Vanessa and Parent Aid for a fun hour of music and movement! This class will enhance your child’s development of their social-emotional, cognitive and physical skills. Zumbini is designed for families with kiddos birth to 5-years old. Zumbini is an interactive activity for Parents and Kiddos! Bring your most comfortable dancing shoes and we’ll see you there!
Please note: Videos are used in class to support instruction and curriculum.

Happy Hour: Family Playtime
2026-01-27 11:30 - 12:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
Join Vanessa at Parent Aid for a playful, stress-free hour of connection, creativity, and community! Happy Hour: Family Playtime is a warm and welcoming space where parents and children explore the joy of free play — together.
This interactive experience helps little ones build important social skills while giving parents the chance to connect with one another, share experiences, and step into their child’s world through play. It’s a perfect blend of bonding, support, and fun — no agenda, no pressure, just quality time.
✨ Meet other parents
🧸 Support your child’s growth through play
💬 Enjoy thoughtful conversations in a relaxed environment
Come as you are — stay for the smiles.
Because connection is the real happy hour.

Fine Arts for Kids
2026-01-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Join us for a fun and creative class designed for children and their parents or caregivers! Together, you’ll explore hands-on activities that encourage focus, help build self-control and promote teamwork and communication. It’s a great way to bond, learn, and get inspired through art!

Communicating with Respect - VIRTUAL CLASS
2026-01-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
This topic is from the Nurturing Parenting Program
Talking with one’s children doesn’t have to be hard. The key for parents is to communicate thoughts and feelings to their children in a manner that does not purposefully hurt them. This class assists parents in learning strategies to improve communication with their children.
Register at Communicating with Respect ⋆ Casa de los Niños

Communicating with Respect - VIRTUAL CLASS
2026-01-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States

Communicating with Respect - VIRTUAL CLASS
2026-01-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States

Fun Family Fitness
2026-01-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
Have fun getting fit with your child while building healthy habits for life! Enjoy playful movement, games, and bonding time in a supportive, active class that makes fitness fun for the whole family. A great way to inspire a lifelong love of wellness—together!

Wonders of the Desert: Nature Play & Storytime
2026-01-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
Wonders of the Desert: Nature Play & Storytime- The Desert at Night
Wonders of the Desert invites children ages 2–5 and their caregivers to explore nature through playful, hands-on outdoor activities led by a trained educator. Each session includes engaging experiences like digging, building, and crafting, plus a themed Storytime. Families also receive a bilingual activity page to continue learning at home.
The Desert at Night: Children and caregivers explore how the Sonoran Desert changes after dark, learning about nocturnal animals and their behaviors. They discover how nighttime helps animals stay safe and find food, building curiosity and respect for desert life after sunset. This experience encourages observation skills and a deeper connection to the desert’s nighttime world.

AÑOS INCREÍBLES CLASE #3-Comunicarse con el Bebé (Esta serie tiene un total de 8 clases)
2026-01-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Este programa está especialmente diseñado para padres de bebés de 0 a 9 meses. Proporciona estrategias valiosas para mejorar sus habilidades de crianza mientras apoya el desarrollo social, emocional, físico y cognitivo de su bebé para un buen comienzo en la vida.
El servicio de guardería está disponible y se proporcionará la cena.
Clase 1: Resumen del Programa
Clase 2: Convertirse en Padre
Clase 3: Comunicarse con el Bebé
Clase 4: Estimulación Física y Visual
Clase 5: Leer la Mente de los Bebés
Clase 6: Obtener Apoyo
Clase 7: Surgimiento del Sentido de Sí Mismo
Clase 8: Graduación

Story School Session 3: The Magic of Sharing Stories and Reading
2026-01-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States

Fine Arts for Kids
2026-01-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
This fun and interactive class for children and their parents or caregivers is packed with creative activities designed to help little ones develop important life skills like focus, self-control, and communication—all while having a great time together!

Kids in Motion
2026-01-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Kids in Motion is an active and fun class that promotes your child’s gross motor skill development through energetic and exciting activities.
Please note: Videos are used in class to support instruction and curriculum

Story School Session 3: The Magic of Sharing Stories and Reading
2026-01-28 13:30 - 14:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States

Wonders of the Desert: Nature Play & Storytime
2026-01-29 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
Wonders of the Desert: Nature Play & Storytime- The Desert at Night
Wonders of the Desert invites children ages 2–5 their caregivers to explore nature through playful, hands-on outdoor activities led by a trained educator. Each session includes engaging experiences like digging, building, and crafting, plus a themed Storytime. Families also receive a bilingual activity page to continue learning at home.
The Desert at Night: Children and caregivers explore how the Sonoran Desert changes after dark, learning about nocturnal animals and their behaviors. They discover how nighttime helps animals stay safe and find food, building curiosity and respect for desert life after sunset. This experience encourages observation skills and a deeper connection to the desert’s nighttime world.
