Pima County Parenting Coalition

Wonders of the Desert: Nature Play & Storytime
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Phoenix) | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Wonders of the Desert: Nature Play & Storytime: Birds and Nests
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.
Birds and Nests: Children and caregivers learn about the different birds that live in the desert and how they build nests to keep their eggs and babies safe. They explore bird behaviors, the materials birds use for nests, and the importance of caring for wildlife habitats. This experience fosters curiosity, observation skills, and respect for desert birds and their homes.

Baby Signs Too
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
Come join Parent Aid and Vanessa 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!
Class is offered in-person at the Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Happy Hour: Family Playtime
2026-02-24 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.

Praising Children and their Behavior/VIRTUAL CLASS
2026-02-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
This topic is from the Nurturing Parenting Program
This class focuses on the importance of giving praise to children.
Register at Praising Children and their Behavior ⋆ Casa de los Niños

Praising Children and their Behavior/VIRTUAL CLASS
2026-02-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States

Praising Children and their Behavior/VIRTUAL CLASS
2026-02-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States

Fun Family Fitness
2026-02-25 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
2026-02-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States

AÑOS INCREÍBLES CLASE #7- Surgimiento del Sentido de Sí Mismo (Esta serie tiene un total de 8 clases)
2026-02-25 09:30 - 11:00 | 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.
Se ofrece cuidado infantil para niños que caminan hasta los 5 años de edad.
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 11: Turning Every Book into an Adventure & Session 12: Celebration
2026-02-25 10:00 - 11:30 | 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.
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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Soothing Strokes Baby Massage
2026-02-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
An infant massage class based on ancient traditions teaches gentle, rhythmic techniques passed down through generations to promote bonding, relaxation, and healthy development for babies. Soothing Strokes is 5 weekly 90-minute sessions. We cover something different each class ending in the culmination being able to do a thorough infant massage.
Infant massage is focused on children birth to 12 months.
Child care for your older children can be provided as necessary with notice.
You bring your baby and we will bring the oil and the relaxed vibes. See you there!

Kids in Motion
2026-02-25 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 11: Turning Every Book into an Adventure
2026-02-25 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
2026-02-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States

Rx 360 Substance Misuse and Naloxone training
2026-02-26 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.

Elogiando a Los Ninos y Su Comportamiento/CLASE VIRTUAL
2026-02-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
Este tema es del Programa de Nurtured Parenting Series
Esta clase se centra en la importancia de dar elogios a los niños.
REGISTRARSE EN Elogiando a Los Ninos Y Su Comportamiento ⋆ Casa de los Niños

Elogiando a Los Ninos y Su Comportamiento/CLASE VIRTUAL
2026-02-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States

Elogiando a Los Ninos y Su Comportamiento/CLASE VIRTUAL
2026-02-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States

Garden Discovery Days-Class held at Salazar-Ajo Library
2026-02-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Salazar-Ajo Library, 15 Plaza St, #179, Ajo, Arizon, 85321, United States
This class connects you and your child with the garden, through hands on activities as you learn where food comes from, learn about nature and make fun nature crafts.
PLEASE NOTE: Class is held at the Salazar-Ajo Library 15 Plaza #179 Ajo, AZ 85321

Cardio Beats: Family Drum Fitness
2026-02-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
Get ready to move, groove, and sweat — Cardio Beats is a high-energy, family-friendly fitness class designed to bring parents and kids together through rhythm and movement! Led by Noah at Parent Aid, this unique experience combines upbeat cardio exercises for adults with fun, age-appropriate drumming for little ones, creating a shared space for wellness and connection.
Whether you’re looking to boost your energy, bond with your child, or just have a blast — this class is for you!
👟 Wear comfy clothes and sneakers
💧 Bring your water bottle
🎶 And get ready to find your family rhythm!
FREE in-person class at the Family Resource Center at the Sahuarita Food Bank.
Got questions? Reach out to Noah — we’re happy to help!
Spaces are limited — register today and join the beat!

Story School Session 12: Celebration
2026-02-27 13:30 - 14:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States

Joyful Journeys in Art
2026-02-28 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.

HANDS IN NATURE: Art, Exploration, and Creative Play
2026-03-02 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, 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.

Positive Parenting Program/Triple P Series - CLASS #4: Planning Ahead
2026-03-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
Join us to better understand your child’s behavior and learn effective tools to build positive skills, manage misbehavior, and prepare for challenging situations. This four-class series offers practical guidance parents can use right away.

Monday, February 9 Class 1: Positive Parenting
Tuesday, February 17 Class 2: Helping Children Develop
Monday, February 23 Class 3: Managing Misbehavior
Monday, March 2 Class 4: Planning Ahead

Childcare will be available for children ages 1 year (walking) through 5 years. Children younger than 1 year or not yet walking will remain with their parent or caregiver.

Kinship & Foster Parent Cafe
2026-03-03 09:00 - 10:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
A welcoming space for kinship and foster caregivers to connect with others who share similar experiences. Together, participants offer encouragement, comfort, and practical resources. Each gathering includes a basic support item provided by Aviva Children’s Services. Children ages 0–5 are welcome.

Cardio Beats: Family Drum Fitness
2026-03-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States

Trauma-Informed Rx 360 Substance Misuse and Naloxone training
2026-03-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom, Arizona
Learn how toxic stress and trauma impacts the brain. Learn about the connection between trauma and substance misuse. Learn how to use Narcan to reverse an opioid overdose.

Kids Yoga
2026-03-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Family Resource Center at Robles Elementary, 9875 S Sasabe Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85736, United States
Kids Yoga is an interactive activity for parents and children to connect with each other and their bodies. A great and fun way to improve your child’s mobility, and help them learn techniques to manage stress and emotions.

Alternatives to Spanking- VIRTUAL CLASS
2026-03-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Los Ranchitos, 2054 E Ginter Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85706, United States
This topic is from the Nurturing Parenting Program
Parents learn positive guidance techniques and non-violent means of discipline with young children, and focuses on empathy, mutual respect, and building self-worth.
Register at Alternatives to Spanking ⋆ Casa de los Niños

Alternatives to Spanking- VIRTUAL CLASS
2026-03-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Family Resource Center at Sahuarita Food Bank, 17750 S. La Canada, Sahuarita, AZ, 85629, United States
