Music and Movement (ages 18m-6)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register

Free

Wonders of Loose Parts (ages 0-6)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

For generations, children have used found objects to explore and expand their curiosity, imagination and creativity. In this digital age, come learn about how 'loose parts' can engage children in infinite play possibilities with materials already existing in our environments. Discover more about loose parts, how it can build children's development and how to [...]

Mental Health and Teens (ages 12+)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

We all want to see our teenagers get through their adolescent years healthy and happy. In this session, we will talk about common mental health challenges in adolescence, how to recognize when your teen is struggling, and how to help your teen stay mentally healthy. Register [...]

Burnout: Completing a Stress Cycle (ages 0-17)

Virtual FRN Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Stressful situations impact our bodies and brains daily. We go into survival mode when facing threats, but our body does not always return to a sense of safety. Learning how to complete the stress cycle is important to our health. Come learn with us ways to complete this cycle and reduce burnout. [...]

Sibling Relationships (ages 0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Every parent hopes their children will have a strong relationship with one another, but we may feel that we spend most of our time being the referee in their disagreements instead! In this workshop, we will explore sibling dynamics and discuss how to decrease those fights help your children value and form healthy relationships [...]

Decoding the Teenage Brain (ages 12-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Ever wonder what your teenager is thinking? Or why they are behaving in such a way? Come join us to learn about teenage brain development and investigate together! Register

Navigating School Options (ages 4-17)

Virtual FRN Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Do you have a child who will be entering school for the first time this year, moving up to the next phase in school, or are you new to the city? Then this workshop is for you! We will explore all the different educational options in Calgary, and discuss things to consider when choosing [...]

Free

Assertiveness (ages 0-17)

Virtual FRN Calgary, Alberta, Canada

In this workshop participants will learn about different types of communication styles including assertive communication. Come learn how to speak in an assertive way, to create clearer interactions with family, friends and other people encountered in daily life. We will explore how assertive communication can help to avoid misunderstandings, power struggles, and allow for [...]

Free

Sensory Play for Little Ones (Ages 0-6)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. [...]

Free

Teen (Tween) Dating and Internet Safety (ages 7+)

Virtual FRN Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Did you know the internet is where teens first learn about intimate relationships? Since the era of the pandemic, the internet has been our tweens and teens’ primary communication portal. Join us with your tween and teens, as we learn about healthy relationships in teen dating and how we can keep each other safe [...]

Free