Events
Discover events, activities and training for children 0-5, families and service providers.
Discovery Playgroup
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, June 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Venue: Shasta Family YMCA | 1155 N. Court St., Discovery Room in Y South, Redding, CA 96001
A fun and engaging program for kids ages 3-5 to experience a classroom-like setting! Guided by Frog Street's innovation, grant-funded curriculum provided by First 5 Shasta, children will explore, play, and learn essential skills to prepare for school success. Join us for hands-on activities, social interaction, and early education fun.
For more information call the Y at 530-246-9622
KIXE Story Time!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, June 19, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Organizers: KIXEVenue: KIXE | 603 N. Market Street, Redding, CA 96003
Enjoy stories, a craft and a healthy snack on the third Thursday of the month at KIXE!
Burney Library Story Time
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsThursday, June 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Shasta Public LibrariesVenue: Burney Library | 37116 Main Street, Burney, CA 96013
Join us at the Burney Library every Wednesday for stories, a craft and healthy snack!
Support provided by First 5 Shasta
Redding Farmers Market
Category: Children 0 - 5, Parents, ProvidersSaturday, June 21, 2025 at 7:30am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmers MarketsVenue: Behind Redding City Hall | 777 Cypress Ave., Redding, CA 96001
The original certified Shasta County Farmer's Market since 1977.
Redding Farmer's Market
Category: Children 0 - 5, Parents, ProvidersSunday, June 22, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmer's MarketVenue: Sundial Bridge Overflow lot | 800 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA 96001
The original certified Shasta County Farmer's Market since 1977.
CPIN - Preschool/Transitional Kindergarten Learning Foundations (PTKLF) – Approaches to Learning
Category: ProvidersMonday, June 23, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
The ATL domain describes children doing the following: Engaging in play experiences that are socially interactive and meaningful. Initiating hands-on learning and problem-solving that stem from their own interests. Demonstrating curiosity and a desire to learn. Planning, making choices that reflect their personal interests. Adhering to routines and schedules. Collaborating and playing with other children and adults. The ATL domain describes skills that help children engage in learning activities, problem-solving, and collaboration with peers and adults. All of this is done through play. The word play is written 121 times in 11 pages in the PTKLF publication. Play is a vital element of learning approaches, and throughout this training we will be participating in play activities to enhance your understanding of the domain.
Register HereRedding Farmer's Market
Category: Children 0 - 5, Parents, ProvidersTuesday, June 24, 2025 at 7:30am - 12:00pm
Organizers: Redding Farmer's MarketVenue: Next to Dairy Queen | 1700 Churn Creek, Redding, CA 96002
The original certified Shasta County Farmer's Market since 1977.
Discovery Playgroup
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, June 25, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Venue: Shasta Family YMCA | 1155 N. Court St., Discovery Room in Y South, Redding, CA 96001
A fun and engaging program for kids ages 3-5 to experience a classroom-like setting! Guided by Frog Street's innovation, grant-funded curriculum provided by First 5 Shasta, children will explore, play, and learn essential skills to prepare for school success. Join us for hands-on activities, social interaction, and early education fun.
For more information call the Y at 530-246-9622
CPIN - Best Practices: The Powerful Role of Play in Early Education
Category: ProvidersWednesday, June 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
In this interactive training, participants will:
- Discuss the purpose of this publication, The Powerful Role of Play in Early Education, through reading and discussion.
- Explore the research-based connections between play and learning through group activities and readings.
- Experience the benefits and debunk common myths about play and learning.
- Consider planning opportunities for individualization and scaffolding within the reflective planning cycle.
Home Safety for Field-Based Providers
Category: ProvidersThursday, June 26, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Venue: First 5 Shasta | 393 Park Marina Circle, Redding, CA 96001
This training focuses on promoting safety and situational awareness for providers conducting home or community-based visits.
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