Fire Safety for Kids (ages 4-10)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us with your children for a fun session with the Calgary Fire Department to learn how to keep ourselves safe in case of a fire. Topics covered will include Hot vs Not Hot Items, Tools and Toys, Close Before You Doze, Smoke Alarm Awareness, Home Escape Plans and What to do In Case [...]

Resilience: Exploring Childhood Experiences (ages 0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

This workshop provides parents or caregivers with information about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) research and we discuss strategies for developing resilient children. Register

Sensory Play for Little Ones (ages 0-6)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. [...]

Story Time (ages 0-6)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us as we read aloud to the children and learn about the benefits of this fun and easy activity. Different stories will be featured each week. Register

Cancelled – Parent Chat: Parent Guilt (ages 0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Unfortunately, this session is cancelled. As a parent, we have all kinds of real and perceived expectations, some that we are able to meet and others that we can’t or won’t, which can bring us all kinds of parental guilt.  In this parent chat, we are going to talk about those places where we [...]

Reading at the Park with the Little Red Reading Van (ages 0-12)

Riverside Park 1011 McDougall Rd NE, Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Let’s take our reading outside! We will be joined by the Little Red Reading Van, where your children can choose a book and enjoy the great outdoors while they lose themselves in their stories. Register

Messy Art in the Park (ages 2-12)

Rotary Park 617 1 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us at Rotary Park to explore some messy outdoor art activities. We will explore using nature materials in art, as well as use some novel tools for creating our artwork. Come dressed to get messy! Register

Managing Parental Anxiety (ages 0-17) Plus Playtime

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Sending your kids off to school or childcare for the first time, or back after a summer off can be tough, and parents might experience as much anxiety around this transition as their children do. This workshop will define parental anxiety, discuss how it manifests in our lives, and share some strategies for managing [...]

Understanding Challenging Behaviour – Back to School (ages 5-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

This workshop will look at the link between strong emotions and impulsive behavior in little children.  Facilitators will share information to build understanding around what drives challenging behavior and some different ways to respond. Register

Navigating School Options (ages 4-17) Plus Playtime

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Do you have a child who will be entering school for the first time this year, moving up to the next phase in school, or are you new to the city? Then this workshop is for you! We will explore all the different educational options in Calgary, and discuss things to consider when choosing [...]