South Coast Early Learning

Postpartum & Lactation Support Group (Brookings)
2025-10-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-28 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Healing Tides Midwifery, 927 Chetco Ave. Unit J, Brookings, OR, United States
This group is open to ALL postpartum community members!

It is a very relaxed and supportive space.

If you are due soon and would like to come meet some moms in your community, come on in!

ODHS Mobile Van (Reedsport)
2025-10-21 12:30 - 14:30 | Reedsport Connection Pt., 159 S 20th St., Reedsport, Oregon, 97467, United States
Our South Coast Mobile Van (Otto)’s October 2025 schedule is here! We use our mobile vans to meet people where they’re at and to reduce the stress that sometimes comes with going into an ODHS office.

Come see Otto and his ODHS friends throughout the month to get help with ODHS services and supports. You can view a full map of where he’ll be in October (including dates, times, and information about community partner services)

Contact: Cynthia Ramirez

Community Development Coordinator

cynthia.h.ramirez@odhs.oregon.gov

541-751-5618 (Call or Text Me!)

Group Connections: Uniquely Us, A Celebration of Family Identity and Strengths (zoom)
2025-10-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Oregon
Parents & caregivers of young children in our South Coast Region are invited to participate in our upcoming Group Connections Gatherings.

Join us October 21st from 4:00-5:00pm on zoom, for a workshop where families can explore and embrace what makes them special. Together, we’ll discover ways to celebrate your family’s unique qualities and build even stronger bonds through understanding and appreciation.

Intensives will be given to the first 10 families who register and participate in the session and refreshments will be available.

Hope to see you there!

Click here to register

The Group Connections Project is a cooperative service between Coos Health & Wellness, Family Support & Connections, Healthy Families Oregon: South Coast, Coastal Families Relief Nursery, Pathways to Positive Parenting, South Coast Head Start & the South Coast Regional Early Learning Hub

Conscious Discipline Parenting Series (Virtual)
2025-10-21 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-10-28 17:30 - 19:00 | Oregon
Conscious discipline is an evidence-based approach that teaches adult’s the skills to help themselves and their child to have a better way to manage misbehavior and upset. Tools and strategies will be available to use right away.

The course will be interactive and engaging with rich conversation and connections from like experiences familiar to all families.

Location: Virtual event

Register

From Conflict to Connection: Active Parenting of Teens Series (Virtual)
2025-10-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-10-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Oregon
Join us online for a 6-week series. Anyone who are involved with raising teens or tweens ages 10-25.

Reg Link: https://tinyurl.com/2weyhekf

Connection Points (North Bend)
2025-10-22 09:00 - 12:00 | First Presbyterian Church, 2238 Pony Creek rd., North Bend, Oregon, 97459, United States
Reaching the Underserved in Rural Coos County

Providing services such as: Peer Supports, Lunches & Food Boxes, Harm Reduction, Hygiene Kits, Mental Health and Substance Use Connections, OHP Access Point, DHS Self Sufficiency, Immunizations and Vaccinations, STD Screening, Employment Support, Housing Navigation, and More!

Documentation for the FSS Workforce (Virtual)
2025-10-22 09:00 - 12:30 | Oregon
In this training we will take a deeper dive into the role and practice of documentation for the Family Support Specialist. We will cover the Oregon State requirements, as well as the FSS workforce best practices. Through a combination of discussion and practice, individuals will build their knowledge and skills in completing necessary documentation components while adhering to the FSS professional role.

Cost: FREE

Register

Supporting the Family Peer Support Workforce Through Supervision (Virtual)
2025-10-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Oregon
Join us as we explore how to effectively support the family support specialist through thoughtful and intentional supervision. You will also learn best practices for documentation and maintaining alignment with the values of peer support. ﻿

Cost: FREE

Register

Youth Community Education Outreach (Bandon)
2025-10-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Bandon Public Library, 1204 11th St SW, Bandon, Oregon, 97411, United States
A program to inspire and expose young students to the power of classical music. RMF musicians feature Alwyn Wright, Violin, Kimberlee Uwate, Viola, and Noah Seitz, Chello

Active Parenting: The First 5 Years (Brookings)
2025-10-23 10:15 - 11:30, 2025-10-30 10:15 - 11:30 | Chetco Community Public Library, 405 Alder Street, Brookings, Oregon, 97415, United States
Come join us for a free parenting education workshop series. Learn how positive discipline works. Meet other families that want to bring out the best in their child. Door prizes and coffee and food will be offered. To register visit: https://tinyurl.com/3rupbpfn or call 541 294 3707.

Melissa Birkle, Parent Education Specialist

South Coast Head Start

Phone: 541-294-3707

Email: Mbirkle.schs@orcca.us

Little Learners Social Hour (Port Orford)
2025-10-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Port Orford Public Library, 1421 Oregon St, Port Orford, Oregon, 97465, United States
Open Play, Socializing, and Crafts!

Join us Thursdays at 11am in the Children’s Room at the Port Orford Public Library!

Geared towards kids ages 0-3 but older siblings welcome

Autistic Parent Support Group (Virtual)
2025-10-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Oregon
Presented by The Autism Society of OregonConnecting Autistic ParentsMeets every other Thursday online from 1:30 – 2:30 pm.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/j9vbkhw4

Questions? Email LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

Make Parenting A Pleasure (Virtual)
2025-10-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Oregon
Join our parent education facilitator team for this 12 week series to show you how to make parenting a beautiful adventure filled with unforgettable moments. Embrace the challenges and joys that come your way, and remember that each day is an opportunity to create lasting memories with your children.

To register for Make Parenting a Pleasure visit: https://tinyurl.com/bdennz8e

Better Together Parent Meetup (Virtual)
2025-10-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Oregon
For families of children with behavioral, emotional, social and physical challenges. Meet other parents in a confidential, supportive setting to share experiences, successes and frustrations while exchanging ideas, learning new parenting skills and finding new tools.

Join

ODHS Mobile Van (Lakeside)
2025-10-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Lakeside Connection Point, 915 N Lake Rd, Lakeside, Oregon, 97449, United States

Connection Points (Lakeside)
2025-10-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Lakeside Senior Center, 915 N. Lake rd., Lakeside, Oregon, 97449, United States

Starfish's 2nd Annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat and Fundraiser (Coos Bay)
2025-10-25 12:00 - 15:00 | Starfish Youth Therapy Center, 465 Elrod Ave. Suite 101, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420, United States
Starfish’s Halloween Trick-or-Treat event is a free, inclusive, holiday event that all children and families are welcome to attend. Our team will be transforming our clinic space into a Halloween “neighborhood” where children can go door to door to trick or treat.

We will be offering a variety of therapeutic supports throughout the event, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) options, quiet spaces to take sensory breaks in the event of overstimulation, visual aides to assist children in understanding the components and flow of the event, and variety of “trick or treat” items that include both traditional candies, allergen-free foods, and nonedible items such as sensory toys and fidgets.

Raffle will be held. If interested check our website and purchase tickets online or at Starfish.

Parent and Caregiver Training (Reedsport)
2025-10-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Reedsport Church of God, 2191 Birch Ave, Reedsport, Oregon, 97467, United States
Learn about sensory needs and how to recognize and navigate those in your own children or those you care for.

Snacks provided

Please RSVP to Trinity 573-247-9657

Capacitación Para Padres Y Cuidadores (Reedsport)
2025-10-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Reedsport Church of God, 2191 Birch Ave, Reedsport, Oregon, 97467, United States
Aprenda sobre las necesidades sensoriales y cómo reconocerlas y abordarlas en sus propios hijos o en las personas que cuida.

Habra refrigerios

Por favor, confirme su asistencia a Trinity: 573-247-9657

Moms of Babies Meet-Up (Gold Beach)
2025-10-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Curry Public Library, 94341 3rd St, Gold Beach, Oregon, 97444, United States
When: the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 10am-11am

What: Moms of babies and expecting moms are invited to share the joys and address the challenges with other moms, library staff, and visiting professionals. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Babies under age two are welcome to attend.

More details: The program is intended to be relaxed, flexible, and to allow moms a chance to get to know each other: drop-in when you can, stay the whole time (or not!), breastfeeding is welcome. It will be staffed by library workers, all moms themselves, and visited periodically by local professionals who work with families with babies (such as doulas, midwives, physical therapists, and more) to provide additional support and answer questions.Questions about the group? Or are you a professional who might be interested in visiting our group? Please contact: rebecca@cplib.net

ODHS Mobile Van: Health & Wellness Expo. and Suicide Awareness Walk (Brookings)
2025-10-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Port of Brookings Harbor, Lower Harbor Rd, Brookings, Oregon, 97415, United States

Open Men's Circle (Coos Bay)
2025-10-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave, Coos Bay, Oregon, 97420, United States
Imagine a circle of brothers where you’re invited share your truth, clarify your vision for the life you want, gain the tools you need for action, find your strength, and hold yourself accountable. Learn more about this weekly men’s group, meet group members, & enjoy free pizza at the Open Men’s Group Meet & Greet on Monday, September 8 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at Coos Bay Library.

ODHS Mobile Van (Brookings)
2025-10-28 10:30 - 13:00 | St. Tim’s Church, 401 Fir. St, Brookings, Oregon, 97415, United States

Parent Advisory Council (VIRTUAL)
2025-10-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Early Learning Parent Council for Coos, Curry, and Coastal Douglas counties.

Join us as we discuss needs for families with children 0 – 8 and what we would like to see in our community.

To register/for more information contact us at: 458-710-0902 or enrollment@screlhub.com
