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Events & Programs


We are committed to making our classes available to all families, no matter their financial circumstances through a sliding scale fee structure. Please contact us for a scholarship application.

Unless otherwise stated, classes will be held at:

The Nan Tolbert Nurturing Center
Oak View Community Center
555 Mahoney Avenue, Room #2
Oak View, CA

For more information and to register:

Phone: (805) 646-7559
Email: info@birthresource.org

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Winter Classes

Baby/Toddler and Me Play Group

A weekly drop-in mom’s group. Bring your little one and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the center, a play space for your infant/ toddler, and the blessing of new relationships with other mothers.

Free to all.

Time:
Tuesdays
10:00a - 11:30a

(except January 1st)

Instructor/Host:
Vivian Carlson

Parent Time

A chance to take some time for yourself. This is a casual, safe opportunity to talk with and get support from other parents about the joys and challenges of parenting and life in general. Infants, crawlers and new walkers are also invited with their parent(s).

Justine Wynn is a mother of two, as well as a counseling Psychologist, with focus in the fields of child development, marriage and family.

Free to all.

Time:
Fridays
Ongoing
10:30a - 12:00p

Instructor/Host:
Justine Wynn

 

Education Through Music for 3-5 Year Olds

Education Through Music teaches children decision-making, self motivation and important language skills through song, movement and interactive play. Please see richardsinstitute.org for more information about Education Through Music.

Instructor Kara Lakes is a credentialed teacher. She is currently the K-2 specialist at Valley Oak Charter School which is a support program for families who home school.

Pre-registration required. Cost: $5/ class or $25 in advance for 6-week period. Younger siblings are free if accompanying.

Time:
Mondays
Apr 28
May 5, 12, 19
Jun 2
10:00a - 10:45a

Instructor/Host:
Kara Lakes

Program Registration

Get registered today and enjoy the beautiful programs created for you and your little ones!

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How You Can Help!

Join us in our passion to support and nurture families with our youngest citizens, infants and toddlers from pre-birth stage to age three!

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A variety of events & programs have been created for just for you. Take a look at our complete list!

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Local Resources

For your support, we have compiled a list of recommended resources for pregnancy, childbirth and the early years within the local Ojai Valley.

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