EUGENE METRO
EUGENE METROTot Discovery Day: Backyard Science!
Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
9:00am
Eugene Science Center
- 0-5
- In English
- Free for infants and members; $10 for Ages 1-61
RESOURCES BY AGE
Resources, Events, Programs and more in Lane County for Ages 3-4
Kids ages 3 to 4 are full of energy, big feelings, and are learning to do more on their own. During this time, they learn how to play with others, get ready for school, and feel good about themselves. Here are some free or low-cost programs, events, and resources to help your family during this fun stage.
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Virtual Parent and Community Cafes
Connect with other parents and caregivers to share experiences, find support, and learn together.
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Families Connected Parent Coffee Meet Up
Connect with other parents raising children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Parenting Now
Parenting groups, classes, and support to help families build skills, confidence, and connection.
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Oregon Community Programs
Behavioral health services, parent education, counseling, support groups, and resources for families.
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FREE preschool and child care options are available through Head Start and Preschool Promise for eligible families.
Local Events for Families
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0-5
In English
Free for infants and members; $10 for Ages 1-61EUGENE METRO
Family Storytime at Sheldon Branch Library
Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
10:15am
Sheldon Branch Library
- 0-6+
- In English
- Free
EUGENE METRO
Preschool Storytime at Downtown Eugene Library
Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
10:30am
Downtown Eugene Public Library
- 3-4
- In English
- Free
SOUTH LANE COUNTY
Storytime at Cottage Grove Library
Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
11:30am
Cottage Grove Public Library
- 3-6+
- Free
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Families Connected Parent Coffee Meet Up (Florence)
The Arc Lane County
- Florence, OR
- 3rd Friday of the Month
10:00am - 12:00pm
Connect with other parents raising children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
CLASSES & GROUPS
Parenting Connection: The Bedtime Toolbox: Routines for Restful Nights
Parenting Now
- Springfield, OR
- Saturday
Oct. 24, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn simple ways to create calm bedtime routines that help your child feel safe and ready for sleep.
CLASSES & GROUPS
Parenting Connection: Caring for Yourself: Strengthening Your Family
Parenting Now
- Springfield, OR
- Saturday
Oct. 17, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
Simple ways to manage parenting stress, care for yourself, and feel more patient and connected with your child.
CLASSES & GROUPS
Parenting Connection: Supporting Your Family: Basic Needs, Community & Routines
Parenting Now
- Springfield, OR
- Saturday
Oct. 10, 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
Parenting support, family routines, community connections, and resources to help your family feel safe and support…
More Ways to Learn & Grow with Your Kids
Get ready for kindergarten!
Kids in Transition to School (KITS) is free and helps kids and families get ready to start kindergarten! Kids ages 4-6 meet in person with virtual and in person options for parents.
Learn MoreHelp your child fall in love with reading.
When you read to your child and have books at home, you are setting your child up for future success at school!
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Get free books, monthly!
Get a free book each month until your child turns 5 with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
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AGES 3-4
The Culture, Not the Complexion.
Honey doesn’t come in one shade. It’s pale gold in one jar and near-black in another, and every jar is still, unmistakably, honey. Summer time is coming to an end,
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AGES 3-4
Expanding Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for Lane County Families
The Early Childhood Hub of Lane County is thrilled to announce that our local Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Lane County has expanded! Imagination Library of Lane County – hosted by
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