Join us for one or all of this parenting series. All sessions are free, no registration required. Adults only please, as content is appropriate for parents and adults caring for kids/teens.
Presentations are held at one of the following locations, please check the specific event info for details:
Cedar Mill Library (upstairs meeting room): 12505 NW Cornell Rd, Suite 13, Portland OR 97229
Ph: (503)644-0043
Bethany Library Annex: 4888 NW Bethany Blvd, Suite K-2, Portland, OR 97229
Ph: (503) 617-7323
Sibling Harmony
One of the greatest sources of stress in families is the ongoing bickering, teasing and tattling between sibling children. Come learn how to identify the difference between sibling conflict and sibling harmony and learn ways to minimize the fighting and maximize the harmony for a healthy lifetime relationship. Adults only, please.
Tues Nov 5, 6:30-8:00 pm @ Cedar Mill Library
Communicating with Tweens and Teens
Instead of resorting to “You’re grounded!” or taking their cell phone away AGAIN, come learn how to EFFECTIVELY communicate with your tween or teen, set clear boundaries, all the while maintaining the necessary connection. Adults only, please.
Wed Dec 18, 6:30-8:00 pm @ Cedar Mill Library
Your Child IS a Music-Maker! How we are built to enjoy, learn, and make music
Many people think being musical is a question of talent—you either have it or you don’t. While that may sound reasonable, it’s completely untrue! All children can learn to dance and sing just as naturally as they learn to walk and talk. Find out more about how we are ALL musical! Adults only, please.
Wed Feb 19, 7:00-8:00 pm @ Cedar Mill Library
The Impact of Electronics on the Child/Teen Brain
Do you find it challenging to navigate the intricacies of social media, cell phone usage, and video games? Learn up-to-date information and statistics on the impact electronics have on the developing brain including sleep, academics, and physical health. Adults only, please.
Tues Feb 25, 6:30-8:00 pm @ Bethany Annex
Toddler Talk
Join this fun workshop to understand your toddler’s world and to transform tantrums, hitting, biting, and screaming. Let’s laugh together and support one another to make raising a toddler more fun and enjoyable, and to raise toddlers who thrive. Adults only, please.
Tues March 31, 6:30-8:00 pm @ Bethany Annex
Parenting Anxious Children: Strengthening Connections and Building Skills
Managing anxiety- our children’s and our own- can feel like and ever-increasing challenge in today’s world. In this presentation, you’ll receive an overview of the science and neurobiology underlying anxiety; be guided to reflect on how anxiety affects your own children and family; and broaden your “toolkit” for connecting with and supporting your children when they struggle with anxiety. Adults only, please.
Wed April 29, 6:30-8:30 pm @ Cedar Mill Library
Countdown to Kindergarten- Preparing Your Child
Help your child have a successful kindergarten year by learning current kindergarten curriculum and expectations, and valuable tips and strategies that you can start using with your child before and during the school year. Topics will also address other areas to prepare your child to face the daily challenges of a kindergarten classroom. Adults only, please.
Tues May 12, 6:30-8:00 pm @ Cedar Mill Library
Presenters
Kim DiMarchi, M.ED., Certified Parent Educator, Certified Family Coach and Speaker is trained through a program called Positive Discipline by Jane Nelsen. Kim supports parents through workshops, classes, and podcasts as she shares her passion in raising cooperative, respectful, resilient and responsible children. Kim’s goal is to help families reduce conflict, foster mutual respect, and create deeper communication and connections. Find out more at EmpoweredParenting.com
Kayla Hughes is the Owner/Director of Music Together Beaverton, a research-based music and movement program for families with 0-7 year olds in the greater Beaverton area. She is a music therapist, mom, wife, and loves sushi, dark chocolate and chai tea.
Shawn Marshall, MA, LPC is a licensed professional counselor with over twenty years of experience working with children and families. He specializes in working with teens and has expertise in depression, anxiety, attention deficit, academic challenges, and oppositional behaviors.
Megan Barella, MS is a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, Master Trainer, and mom to an 11 year old son. Through her community-based and online positive parenting programs, she helps families reclaim their birthrights to happy homes and raise children who thrive from the inside out. Megan blogs weekly positive parenting and mindfulness tools at www.meganbarella.com
Allan Cordova, Ph.D., received his doctorate from the University of Denver and completed his internship and postdoctoral work at the University of Washington. He has worked with youth and families in hospital, clinic and school settings. A native Oregonian, he joined the Children’s Program in 2002. He enjoys working with families and children of all ages. Areas of special interest include teenagers, couples, treatment of anxiety and depression, and family transitions.
Dori George has been in education for over 25 years. She has taught grades K-3 and currently teaches kindergarten at Bethany Elementary School for the Beaverton School District. Her passion is teaching children to read, and she loves when students are able to make connections from their learning to the world they live in.