Parent and Family Groups
in Western Rockingham County
All parents and children are welcome at these programs. Advance signup is needed for all programs (unless “drop-ins OK” is noted), and is always needed for child care; call (603) 422-8208 x2 or send an e-mail.
Below are descriptions of programs in Western Rockingham County, with links to flyers that you can print and post. But first, some links to related information:
• Free child care during parenting classes
• Program info in Google Calendar format
• Program info as a one-page monthly schedule (.pdf)
• Signup form for e-newsletter with program info
• Programs in Portsmouth.
In Epping: Who's In Charge in Your Home? (flyer)
Wednesdays, March 14-28, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Epping Elementary School*. Free
Put yourself in the driver's seat -- you will be happier, and so will your kids. Class topics include: “The ABCs of Being in Charge” ...“Using 1,2,3 Magic” ... and “How to Talk So Kids Will Cooperate."
Facilitators: Joanna Wicklein, CFLE, and Bob Pavlik, M.Ed.
Registration is required: Call 603.422.8208 x123 or 603.679.8018 x448. Childcare is available, but space is limited.
*This is not a school-sponsored event.
In Epping: FAMILY MORNING OUT (flyer)
Thursdays (except March 1), 9:30–11 a.m., Epping Recreation Center. Free
For children ages birth to six, with parents or other caregivers. During the first 45 minutes, children and parents together will explore age-appropriate crafts and other activities, have positive play with peers and adults, and enjoy songs, stories and snack. In the second 45 minutes, children have fun with our child care staff, while parents relax and have the opportunity to talk about life with kids. Facilitator: Susie Bright
