| Friday 02/20/2026 |
Virtual – Identify the Importance of Emotional Safety and Secure Attachment in a Child’s Growth Workshop
BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop on emotional safety and secure attachment in early childhood. Parents and caregivers will learn how emotional safety and secure attachment support healthy child development. The workshop includes discussion and practical strategies for building trust and strengthening caregiver-child relationships. Date: Friday, February 20, 2026 Time: 6PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Monday 02/23/2026 |
Oakland – 10-week Nurturing Parenting Class
Family Paths invites young parents to join a supportive education program designed to empower families and build healing communities. This 10-week series features an evidence-based, interactive curriculum led by a certified facilitator to help caregivers grow their skills. Families who complete the course will receive a certificate of completion and a gift card incentive for their participation. Date: Every Monday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free or sliding scale for qualifying residents. Location: Family Paths, 1727 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland, or online (Zoom) Link: Click here for more information or call 1-800-829-3777 to register. |
| Tuesday 02/24/2026 |
Virtual – Spanish Positive Parenting Class
Family Paths invites parents and caregivers to a supportive 12-week online course to learn positive parenting skills. The informative series hosted by a certified facilitator offers families a chance to learn how children grow and develop while creating a more supportive home environment. Class will be hosted in Spanish. Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free for qualifying Alameda County residents; sliding scale for others. Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here for more information or call 1-800-829-3777. |
| Wednesday 02/25/2026 |
Virtual - Café Dad
The Alameda County Fatherhood Initiative and Starting Out Strong is offering a supportive space for fathers. Cafe Dad is a supportive community for fathers to connect, share their experiences, and build a strong community. It aims to empower dads by fostering relationships and providing resources to support their parenting journey. Date: Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday Time: 5PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 02/25/2026 |
Fremont – Make Parenting a Pleasure Workshop
The City of Fremont Youth and Family Services Department is offering families a five-session in-person positive parenting series for parents of young children. Families with children ages 0-7 will learn ways to strengthen parent & child relationships, support healthy development, and manage parenting stress. Lunch will be provided. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 9:30AM - 12:30PM Cost: Free Location: City of Fremont, 3300 Capitol Ave. Building B, Fremont Link: Click here to register. Share: |
| Thursday 02/26/2026 |
Virtual - Dad-scussions
A monthly space for all fathers and father figures of Alameda County. Dad-scussions is an ongoing virtual series that provides opportunities for Fathers to discuss current topics that matter to them. Date: Every 4th Thursday Time: 6PM - 7:30PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Friday 02/27/2026 |
Virtual – Tips on Helping A Child Who Has Challenges in Their Communication and Sensory Skills Workshop
BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop led by a pediatric speech and language therapist. Families will learn practical strategies to support children with communication and sensory challenges. The session introduces functional sign language, visual communication tools, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, (AAC) and basic sensory regulation techniques Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Friday 02/27/2026 |
Oakland – Mindfulness Skills for Parents and Kids Workshop
BANANAS is inviting families to a helpful workshop focused on reducing stress through mindfulness. Families will learn tools and exercises to support emotional regulation for both adults and children. The session introduces concepts from Buddhist psychology and offers strategies to help caregivers stay calm and responsive. Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: BANANAS, 5232 Claremont Ave., Oakland Link: Click here to register. |
