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RESOURCES BY AGE

Resources, Events, Programs and more in Lane County for Age 5

Age 5 is a period of big change as kids become more independent, get better at handling their feelings, and prepare to start school. Here are some free and low-cost programs, events and resources to support families during this important time.

Connect with Other Families

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Meet Other Parents

LGBTQ+ Parent Group

Monthly drop-in group where LGBTQ+ parents and caregivers can connect, share experiences, and find support.

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Meet Other Parents

Families Connected Parent Coffee Meet Up

Connect with other parents raising children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Find Free or Low-Cost Services & Supplies

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SERVICES

Riverview Center for Growth

Counseling, behavioral health services, parent education, and support for children and families.

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SERVICES & SUPPLIES

The Arc of Lane County

Support, resources, and connections for families raising a child with a disability.

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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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EUGENE METRO

Family Storytime at Bethel Branch Library

Thu. Sep. 24th, 2026
10:15am

Bethel Branch Library

  • 0-6+
  • In English
  • Free
EUGENE METRO

Sensory Storytime at Downtown Eugene Library

Thu. Sep. 24th, 2026
4:30pm

Downtown Eugene Public Library

  • 0-6+
  • Free
EUGENE METRO

Tot 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
EUGENE METRO

Family Storytime at Sheldon Branch Library

Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
10:15am

Sheldon Branch Library

  • 0-6+
  • In English
  • Free

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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…

CLASSES & GROUPS

Parenting Connection: Our Family, Our Values, Our Screens

Parenting Now

  • Springfield, OR
  • Saturday
    Oct 3, 2026
    10:30am - 12:00pm

Learn ways to set screen-time limits, create routines, and balance screens with play, reading, and family time.

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.

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Help 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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Parenting Blog

The Culture, Not the Complexion.

AGES 5

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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