Events
Discover events, activities and training for children 0-5, families and service providers.Smart Lunch! Perinatal Mental Health Disorders
Category: Parents, ProvidersTuesday, March 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Organizers: First 5 ShastaVenue: First 5 Shasta | 393 Park Marina Circle, Redding, CA 96001
Price: $0
This 1‑hour Lunch & Learn, presented in collaboration with Postpartum Support International (PSI), provides an overview of Perinatal Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs) with a focus on the unique needs of families in Shasta County and other rural communities. Participants will explore the connection between PMHDs, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and the risk factors impacting perinatal mental health outcomes. The training will define PMHDs, core symptoms across the perinatal period, which includes the unique presentations of fathers and partners. Participants will learn evidence‑based treatment options and local and national resources available to support pregnant and postpartum individuals and families. Emphasis will be placed on increasing awareness, early identification, and culturally responsive support within rural systems of care.
About the presenter
Christina McCabe is a local doula and lactation counselor with extensive experience supporting over 100 families in Shasta County through trauma‑informed, family‑centered perinatal care. She is a social work student with a focus on supporting individuals and families impacted by perinatal mental health disorders (PMHDs) and substance use disorders (SUDs). Christina has volunteered with Postpartum Support International (PSI), supporting parents navigating PMHDs and SUDs through peer‑to‑peer programming. Currently, she serves on the California Chapter of PSI, where she is a member of the Underserved Communities Committee and the Training and Education Committee. She now provides specialized doula support to high‑risk and substance‑impacted perinatal clients in her community.
RegisterCottonwood Community Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Organizers: Cottonwood Community LibraryVenue: Cottonwood Community Library | 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood, CA 96022
Phone: 530-347-4818Join us for stories, crafts and fun! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
Cottonwood Community Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Organizers: Cottonwood Community LibraryVenue: Cottonwood Community Library | 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood, CA 96022
Phone: 530-347-4818Join us for stories, crafts and fun! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
First 5 Shasta WOYC Kick Off Event
Category: Children 0 - 5, Parents, ProvidersFriday, April 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Venue: Whistlestop Park | 1470 Market Street, Redding, CA 96001
Help us kick off Week of the Young Child and celebrate the week ahead! First 5 Shasta will be hosting FREE activities at Whistle Stop Park including:
🎶 Live Music
🍦 Ice Cream
🎉 Booths with fun activities & More!
Location: Whistle Stop Park, 1470 Market Street, Redding
Tales at Turtle Bay
Category: Children 0 - 5Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Organizers: Turtle Bay Exploration ParkVenue: Turtle Bay Exploration Park | 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, Ca
First Saturday of the Month | 10:30-11:00am | Included with admission
Join us for Tales at Turtle Bay, a special story time series presented in partnership with the Shasta Public Libraries! A librarian will lead a fun and engaging story session at the Turtle Bay Museum—perfect for young readers and curious minds. Come enjoy stories, imagination, and a little museum magic!
Smart Lunch - April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Category: Parents, ProvidersTuesday, April 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Organizers: First 5 ShastaVenue: First 5 Shasta | 393 Park Marina Circle, Redding, CA 96001
Price: $0
Learn how Raising Shasta is reducing child abuse rates by investing in children, strengthening families & creating a nurturing community.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month and Raising Shasta, Shasta County's Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council, will share Shasta County’s journey to improve the lives of children in our community. Shasta County’s substantiated rate of child abuse is two times the state rate. Jenna Berry, Raising Shasta Executive Director, will share how our community can turn that around and support parents and children by providing pathways to hope and healing.
Join either in person at First 5 Shasta, 393 Park Marina Circle, or on Zoom
Professionals and Providers serving young children and their families – feed your belly & feed your brain! The 0-to-5 Smart Lunch features experts and speakers, some local, some from afar, addressing a variety of early childhood topics and concerns. Lunch is provided – come learn, have lunch and network! 25 spots are available for each 0-to-5 Smart Lunch. Register early to hold a spot.
Cottonwood Community Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Organizers: Cottonwood Community LibraryVenue: Cottonwood Community Library | 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood, CA 96022
Phone: 530-347-4818Join us for stories, crafts and fun! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
Week of the Young Child 2026
Category: Children 0 - 5, Parents, ProvidersSaturday, April 11, 2026 (All day)
Venue: First 5 Shasta | 393 Park Marina Circle, Redding, CA 96001
Week of the Young Child brings public attention to the needs of young children, their families, and the early childhood programs that contribute to their future success.
Please join us in celebrating Week of the Young Child! View our calendar of fun, FREE events for children 0-5 and their families!
View our Calendar of Events!Cottonwood Community Library Storytime!
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Organizers: Cottonwood Community LibraryVenue: Cottonwood Community Library | 3427 Main Street, Cottonwood, CA 96022
Phone: 530-347-4818Join us for stories, crafts and fun! Young children with a parent/caregiver are welcome.
Shasta Mom's Circle
Category: Children 0 - 5, ParentsWednesday, April 15, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Organizers: Shsata County Health & Human Services AgencyVenue: Anderson WIC | 2889 E. Center Street, Anderson, 96007 96001
Shasta Mom's Circle (SMC) is a monthly group for pregnant, breastfeeding, pumping and combo-feeding moms. It is a safe place to share the joys of breastfeeding and learn strategies to overcome challenges.
This group meets WIC class/education requirements! For more information, call 530-224-4200.