EUGENE METRO
EUGENE METROFamily Storytime at Sheldon Branch Library
Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
10:15am
Sheldon Branch Library
- 0-6+
- In English
- Free
RESOURCES BY AGE
Resources, Events, Programs and more in Lane County for Ages 6+
As children grow past age six, they become more confident learners — expanding friendships, exploring their interests, and building the skills they’ll carry into the rest of elementary school. Here are some free and low-cost child care options, programs, and events to support families during this important 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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Options Counseling and Family Services
Parent education, counseling, behavioral health services, and family support for children and families.
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Nurturely
Support for expectant and new parents through education, family connections, and infant support.
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0-6+
In English
FreeSOUTH LANE COUNTY
Storytime at Cottage Grove Library
Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
11:30am
Cottage Grove Public Library
- 3-6+
- Free
EUGENE METRO
Bluey’s Big Party
Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
2:00pm
Downtown Eugene Public Library
- 0-6+
- Free
WEST SIUSLAW & UPRIVER
Autumn Equinox Block Party
Fri. Sep. 25th, 2026
3:00pm
Mapleton High School
- 0-6+
- Free
Discover Classes
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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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Build a support network.
Many school districts across Lane County have Family Resource Centers that offer programs to support families. Many centers also have supplies like food, clothing, and diapers.
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AGES 6+
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 6+
Free and Proud — Do You Know the Story?
It’s June, and that means the end of the school year, summer camps, and pool days with your little ones are in full swing. In previous blogs, I talked about
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