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SUMMARY:Fun with First Steps
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with Fun with First Steps – Spring Fling! Families are invited to join us for a joyful morning of connection\, creativity\, and play at the Elk River Library. This special Spring Fling event will feature storytime\, hands-on crafts\, and snacks\, all designed to support early learning and quality time together. \nThis free event is hosted by First Steps and the Family Resource Center\, with support from our friendly home visiting nurses\, who will be available throughout the event to answer parenting and child development questions. It’s a relaxed\, welcoming opportunity to learn\, connect\, and feel supported—whether you’re navigating early milestones or simply looking for fun ways to spend time together. \nDesigned for families with young children\, this is a come-as-you-are event. Stay for a few minutes or the whole morning—drop-ins are always welcome\, and no registration is required. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families and children in a fun\, welcoming space. \n📍 Location: Elk River Library 13020 Orono Pkwy\, Elk River\, MN 55330📅 Date: Thursday\, March 5⏰ Time: 10:00am–1:00pm \nWe can’t wait to celebrate spring with you! 🌷📚
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LOCATION:Elk River Library\, Elk River Library
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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SUMMARY:Parenting Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Parent & Caregiver Book Club\nReading: Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy\n\nJoin us for a supportive and engaging book club for parents and caregivers as we read Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy—a refreshing\, compassionate approach to parenting that focuses on raising humans\, not just managing behavior.\n\nThis monthly gathering will offer space for reflection\, discussion\, and practical strategies you can use right away. Together\, we’ll explore how to move from self-doubt and burnout to confidence\, connection\, and sturdy leadership at home.\n\nAbout the Book:\nIn Good Inside\, Dr. Becky challenges traditional parenting methods like reward charts and time-outs\, offering a new framework rooted in emotional understanding and skill-building. Through real-life examples and actionable tools\, the book addresses common challenges such as tantrums\, sibling rivalry\, separation anxiety\, and more—helping parents raise resilient\, confident kids while honoring their emotional needs.\n\n Meeting Dates (1st Tuesdays):\nTuesday\, February 3 Chapters 1-3\nTuesday\, March 5 Chapters 4-6\nTuesday\, April 7 Chapters 7-9\n Time: 6:00–7:00 PM\n\n Who Should Attend:Parents and caregivers of children of all ages who are looking for encouragement\, connection\, and practical parenting tools.\nCome as you are\, share as much or as little as you’d like\, and connect with other caregivers on this parenting journey. \n\nThe book can be purchased on Amazon at the following link HERE \n*Scholarships are available for those in need.\n\n\nRegister below for childcare: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx…
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LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Family Resource Center
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