Crack open the mystery of eggs in this fun and interactive preschool program! Little Explorers will discover which animals—birds, reptiles, or amphibians—lay eggs through hands-on activities. Little Explorers is a weekly educational program for 2-5 year olds and their caregivers. This play-based environment encourages children to explore, discover, investigate and create. Free for Members | […]

Caring Connections is a support group for new and expectant parents. Listen, learn and share your experiences with other parents in a comfortable, supportive and child-friendly environment weekly on Thursdays from 10am-11:30am at First 5 Family Center at Lakeside. To register, please visit our website at: www.first5butte.org/family-center. This event is FREE to all interested families!

Join the fun! Children and parents will have the opportunity to enjoy songs, movement, social interactions, art, learn to share and fun free play! Shakers, scarves, balloons, and other fun items are added to the fun! Your child will run, climb, roll, and jump in our fun playroom! Parent participation is required. The  Jump, Move, […]

Come play, learn, and grow together.  Fun and engaging activities for children from birth to 5 years old.  Activities include Story Time, Music, Art & Crafts, Free Play and more.  FREE

This class is taught by Giovanna Taormina, a Facilitator, Educator, Consultant, and Coach, and the former Founder of One Circle Foundation. She has developed evidence-based curricula utilized internationally and her focuses include building connections via Community Circles, parenting literacy, child/adolescent development, trauma, building resiliency, and strengthening relationships via offering professional development and training for adults […]

Come to the Chico Children's Museum with your little ones and watch them learn and grow! Play is vital to your child's early education and here at the museum our exhibits and activities help enrich early childhood learning through inclusive, accessible, hand-on experiences that celebrating curiosity, connect families and create community. You might even learn something […]

It's never too early to encourage a love of reading and learning! Bring your baby into the library for a fun program full of songs, games, and stories tailored for children up to two years of age!

Explore the wonders of our local Sacramento River.  Animal Trainers will guide you into the ecosystem of this Riparian habitat through fun interpretive talks with animals who call it their home. Come hear a different topic each time.  Topics include river ecology, beaver, salmon, turtles, and amphibians. Every Wednesday & Thursday 10:30am - 10:45am Turtle […]

Music Programs at the Y stimulate personal growth, creative expression, and skill development through hands-on learning. This parent/child class incorporates movement while introducing music to children and creating a fun connecting experience for you and your child. An adult must be present for children younger than 3 or for any child who is not independent.