Community Happenings

Learning and leading by doing! Nate Potter is a role model to others, particularly young children, by setting an awesome example in service to his community. This Los Osos native lives the 4-H pledge daily, and we at First 5 SLO County are proud to announce Nate as our November 2018 Hands-on Hero. Hit play to get to know Nate and hear why he ignites enthusiasm through all of his efforts!

TONIGHT! A Spooktacular Start to the Weekend: SLO Parks and Rec's Boo Bash in Meadow Park, which will be transformed into a family-friendly costume party and haunted park/house. The fun begins at 5pm (Friday, Oct. 26th)! Enjoy an outdoor movie at dusk, “Curious George: A Boo Fest”, savor yummy selections from food trucks-- and check out free games and activities for all! Attendees are asked to bring/donate a non-perishable food item to the Food Bank Coalition.🎃👻

What's Up? Wednesday: an upcoming, no-cost opportunity to check your family's health! Free screenings and services this Sunday, October 28th from 1-4pm at the Fire Station in Morro Bay. Hosted by the Latino Health Coalition. Just click on the flyers for more details!

Tuesday's Triumph: celebrating one of those wins for children and families. 😊 https://people.com/health/breastfeeding-rooms-all-major-us-airports-new-law/

Weekend Watch: planting the seeds for family fun... it's all things pumpkin at the SLO Children's Museum this month! Check out tomorrow's Pumpkin in a Pumpkin activity... and a plethora of other gourd options for the little ones! 😄🎃 https://www.slocm.org/programs?view=calendar&month=October-2018

Thursday's Thought: Children’s Environmental Health (CEH) Day! You can take action and stand up for some of our most vulnerable-- during this day of public awareness, community and connection. Visit https://cehn.org/ceh-movement/cehday/ for ways to get involved and even join the Twitter chat taking place from 11am-Noon PT.

Weekend Watch: one-stop shopping for new parents or parents to be! You'll find us alongside a bevy of other community partners and resources at the Birth and Baby Fair at Twin Cities Hospital in Templeton. 10am-2pm tomorrow, Saturday, October 6th! We're a proud sponsor of the Donor Breastmilk Drive taking place there, being hosted by our friends at the Central Coast Breastfeeding Coalition!

Feel Good Friday: We are thrilled and humbled to help honor such great representatives for all who work so tirelessly on behalf of our young children and families. 💗

Our world is a better, more connected place when we strive to open global doors for opportunity, learning and cultural understanding. October's Hands-on Hero-- is a firm believer in that philosophy and puts it into action every day. Meet Amy Kardel, whose work is enriching the lives of our youth-- and our entire community. https://youtu.be/0161P4BWRHA

Weekend Watch: a guaranteed gourd time for the whole family! 😄The 81st annual Harvest Festival in downtown Arroyo Grande! Fun activities galore TONIGHT, Friday, September 28th and tomorrow, Saturday, September 29th. Pack up the 'lil pumpkins for this autumn favorite on the Central Coast! Check out the link for times and events taking place: http://www.agharvestfestival.com/

What's Up? Wednesday? How about a super healthy start to Fall and Winter for the whole Family?! Free screenings are coming up in Paso Robles this Friday, September 28th, 2018 from Noon to 3pm. Hosted by our friends at the Latino Health Coalition. You'll find our First 5 booth there-- so swing by to chat, get info and fun stuff for the kiddos! 😊💗

Autumn Awesomeness Starts This Weekend! Paso Robles Recreation Services invites you to celebrate during its 2nd annual Fall Family Fun Fest tomorrow, Saturday, September 22nd from 10am until 2pm at Centennial Park. An obstacle course, face painting, live music, crafts and food! #5 on the Children's Bill of Rights for SLO County: "Enjoy daily physical activity and time outdoors." http://prcity.com/301/Special-Events https://www.first5slo.org/bill-of-rights.php

Wait. Stop what you're doing. Have you registered for this important convening and conversation? Two weeks from today... Health & Housing: Building the Connection... Thursday, October 6th from 1-6pm at the Veterans' Memorial Building in SLO. Be a voice at the table for this critical issue in our county! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/health-and-housing-building-the-connection-tickets-47286034803

Mark-It-Down Monday: Helping Children Eat & Thrive! Saturday, September 22nd. Get expert advice on feeding skills in infants and children-- from overcoming struggles with bottle feeding, picky eaters, or behavioral struggles at the dinner table. Cost is $25. CE certificates provided for attendees. Check out the flyer below for more info!

20 Years of First 5 San Luis Obispo County: Sponsorship Funds Available for Early Childhood Events! Click on the release to read about the various opportunities.. and be sure to visit our website for more details on how to apply! https://www.first5slo.org/event-sponsorships.php

What's Up? Wednesday: Toilet Training! And the opportunity to get some expert advice on it next week! Join our partners at Parents Helping Parents and Dr. Tammy Dobbs for a presentation designed specifically for parents of children with special needs. It's Tuesday, September 11th, at 7:30pm in Pismo Beach. Just click on the flyer for more details!

Giving kids a safe place to learn, grow and have fun together! That's what our September 2018 Hands-on Hero is all about! For more than 15 years, Rebecca Britton has worked closely with the Boys & Girls Club of South San Luis Obispo County to ensure that children have meaningful ways after school to bond with friends, learn and contribute to their community. Get to know Rebecca by hitting play! And check out all of our Heroes at first5slo.org ☺️https://youtu.be/WnuNKJlTXXU with San Luis Obispo County Office of Education

Feelgood Friday:Talk.Read.Sing. PLAY. May the holiday weekend bring some fun time together as a family to create, connect and enjoy simple pleasures! ☺️https://www.cbsnews.com/news/why-pediatricians-are-prescribing-playtime-for-kids/

Weekend Watch: stomp your feet, feel the beat and maybe even bust some moves in the bounce house! Once again, the annual Stone Soup Music Festival Street Faire is offering up plenty of family fun this weekend, August 25-26th in Grover Beach! Two stages filled with back-to-back concerts, the Dune Run-Run and Walk, Mardi Paws Dog Parade and an EXPANDED KID ZONE! https://enjoyslo.com/event/stone-soup-festival/2018-08-26/

Friday Funstuff!: Playspace gets graded by some of the most appropriate judges-- toddlers! 😊 Check out the list of best parks in our communities and go enjoy physical activity with the whole family! #5 on the Children's Bill of Rights for SLO County : "May we each enjoy daily physical activity and time outdoors." https://www.sanluisobispo.com/living/family/article215882735.html https://www.first5slo.org/bill-of-rights.php

What's Up? Wednesday: fresh produce & fun prizes! It's National Farmers Market Week, and you'll find us this morning in Arroyo Grande! 8:30-11am in the Smart & Final Parking Lot on East Grande Avenue.🍊🍎🍅🍉🥑🍋🥕🌽🍆 For a list of other locations and times in our area, and additional info, click on the link(s) below: https://slocountyfarmers.org/ https://www.ams.usda.gov/publications/NFMW

Togetherness Tuesday!: A super show of Central Coast support this morning for babies and mamas everywhere! The San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors-- issuing a Proclamation in honor of World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-7th! 😊

Mark-it-Down Monday: "Get Connected" - Evening Support Group hosted by our partners at Parents Helping Parents, serving Families of Children with Special Needs. This Thursday, August 9th in Atascadero, from 6:30-8pm-- to accommodate busy work and life schedules! A great opportunity to learn about resources, share experiences and insights, and be part of a valuable and supportive network. Just click on the flyer for more details!

Weekend Watch: usher in August with a couple of community events tailored for family fun! The 10th Annual Children's Craft Faire in Los Osos... or the SLO Farmers' Market at Madonna Plaza (Find us and join our First 5 Talk.Read.Sing. kazoo club like the happy 'lil fellow in the photo 😊) Both --- this Saturday, August 4th! Check the flyer and link for more information! https://slocountyfarmers.org/saturday-mornings-slo/

A bevy of benefits for both baby and mama! World Breastfeeding Week is upon us! Join our friends and partners with the Central Coast Breastfeeding Coalition for a celebration and Proclamation!!! ☺️ This Tuesday, August 7th-- 9am at the Board of Supervisors Meeting 1055 Monterey Street. The first 15 families will receive a free pass to the SLO Children's Museum and a local coffee shop gift card! http://worldbreastfeedingweek.org/ http://www.centralcoastbreastfeeding.com/