[Comm-partners] Tuesday Tidbits- Youth, Parenting, & Child Development

Tue Oct 21 16:03:03 PDT 2025

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Tuesday Tidbits for D5 Child Welfare staff, Oregon Eligibility Partnership staff, Self-Sufficiency staff, and Community Partners!

Tuesday Tidbits are short, specific info bites you can use and share to increase collective knowledge of Lane County's wide-ranging community resource landscape.

Below are resources for Youth, Parenting & Child Development – Youth services, classes, trainings, support & respite, community connection, and more. Please click links and check out attachments for more information.

TIME SENSITIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS

[cid:image021.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]ACORN CIRCLE

WHEN: 10/24 at 4:30pm
WHERE: Downtown Eugene Public Library

Family with kids ages 5-12: get together for Native American stories and crafts with Acorn Circle at the Downtown Library! Created by The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde @ctgrgov<https://www.instagram.com/ctgrgov/> and presented by local non-profit Singing Creek Educational Center @singingcreekctr<https://www.instagram.com/singingcreekctr/>. Each session will feature a book and creative activity:🍁Fri., Oct. 24: Coyote and the Fish Trap

[cid:image022.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]<https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMR4ENjgNs/?igsh=cHh5YXQ1ZGJ0djV1>HALLOWEEN DOWNTOWN

WHEN: Saturday, October 25th, 12 – 4pm
WHERE: Downtown Eugene

Join us for a spine-tingling Halloween celebration in the heart of Downtown Eugene. Families with young children can enjoy safe, fun trick-or-treating with local businesses and friendly characters. Thrill-seekers looking for something scarier may dare to explore the Monstrous Map of the Macabre for an assortment of chilling encounters. With restaurants, cafes and food trucks, live music, street vendors and eerie entertainment, it's an experience you won’t want to miss — especially the return of the fan-favorite pet parade! Come dressed in your best costume and experience the perfect blend of family fun and hair-raising scares. More info here<https://www.eugene-or.gov/4643/Halloween-Downtown> and more info in Spanish<https://www.eugene-or.gov/4833/Halloween-del-Centro>!

[cid:image023.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]<https://www.instagram.com/p/DPl9nZckUgQ/?igsh=anN6OHZndXZia21n>HEARTH & TABLE – FREE FOOD FOR STUDENTS

WHEN: Thursday nights, 6:30 – 7:30pm dine in, take away starts at 6:45pm
WHERE: Central Lutheran Church, 1857 Potter St, Eugene

ANY local university and college students can get a FREE, nutritious, hot meal on Thursday nights! Meals packaged for distribution will be made available once the family-style meals go out to tables. You can come pick up a meal to go between 6:45 and 7:30pm.

Meals are mostly vegan and gluten free! Click the image to follow the Instagram for menu updates.

   [cid:image024.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080] <https://app.miniextensions.com/preview-record/lBcEBTEfDjgjs0GnmPfM/rec46jIdntmZakMxT> CULTURES OF BIRTH FREE SCREENING

WHEN: Sunday November 9th , Doors Open at 3pm
WHERE: The Art House, 492 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401

Join us for a screening of Cultures of Birth, a film that provides a compelling look at the cultural, social, and systemic factors shaping the journeys of Mayan mothers through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. By highlighting their voices and stories, the film invites viewers to reflect on healthcare disparities and the importance of cultural humility in supporting diverse birthing and breastfeeding practices. Following the screening, stay for a powerful panel discussion with local birthworkers and advocates, where we’ll dive deeper into the themes of the film and explore actionable ways to advance reproductive justice, perinatal equity, and breastfeeding support in our own communities.

Register free here!<https://app.miniextensions.com/preview-record/lBcEBTEfDjgjs0GnmPfM/rec46jIdntmZakMxT>

[The Arc Lane County | Springfield OR]Arc of Lane County
October 2025 Training Opportunities

October 21 – Your Child's Plan for Special Education: Addressing Behaviors<https://wpp6bmdab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018uIWvPMinQXY1-xcHr7zvTMNsYUcToR1Ky8Dvf0hQWKAv1wH0lelwlbXZRpwQAo8KjAgAM3vY5tN_jH0BcKgub8HKReNOuTHHFwjBZpp6RM52lIq33J04GiLkq7wkWJmvapROc6aWI35WKJFBmwlNf8QPOQMdaM33p8RRsRNtWQatCg9oooe--QoDFzAxkswfnqHPng12jll0n4qDGAqQ9VO9ABtfnqTlN-tBVL3L5VAhrCHjfBL5w==&c=b_TjCin_Pv60yBuJqRR9d2f2SN1Z9UtHVFwg72AuRt3Nk2NV81kpSA==&ch=9veIFml0HtP6pEbuhUIrgNn7Lt3lD2V7Y1lO0RyDjVZNMNhoxyCKkw==> | Swindells Resource Center | 6–7:30 p.m.

October 22 – Trauma Informed Parenting: Collective Wellbeing, Building Community, Working with Schools<https://wpp6bmdab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018uIWvPMinQXY1-xcHr7zvTMNsYUcToR1Ky8Dvf0hQWKAv1wH0lelwlbXZRpwQAo89L56Q-gizsWRMnMgPV--L82ZU2g_Y2Qs7XvS0KBSwJw7ne7GYlM8gKndPpO-yO739SqpuE3XeSjniiYjataRw8uf-w8WPujyCD0Puibzla2T-AimkfACjfaivEc--FvWoXKLX8X-lBILwjF7r96SxTJl0lTVDCGZ8uy8PWRQf_O1h2Aomlgmr8DEeH4twP6-ecf7XC0zhwqUPVSEQEC-BwAgE0N3GaPhyFM_lr8HmrbOd_cUEERano_UdMMqgnE3TDx6ANlsfxSOS1qogxHLSA==&c=b_TjCin_Pv60yBuJqRR9d2f2SN1Z9UtHVFwg72AuRt3Nk2NV81kpSA==&ch=9veIFml0HtP6pEbuhUIrgNn7Lt3lD2V7Y1lO0RyDjVZNMNhoxyCKkw==> | Swindells Resource Center | 6–7:30 p.m.

October 23 – ADHD 101<https://wpp6bmdab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018uIWvPMinQXY1-xcHr7zvTMNsYUcToR1Ky8Dvf0hQWKAv1wH0lelwlbXZRpwQAo8ktlksSlxXQuaomfAPC2VypdSwhL2V0zOXmcwG1oXigGTOrsu5seEitamB5gJetBMKMKVxnnoudikYtTzYT3X6IHG92UPJpGyDyt26Pn9JM1E-70nJ2i2eBkc9LKqvMYAtbKHVGEOgANg_86trIbbgwES68pQu37mVp7FdUKzor4=&c=b_TjCin_Pv60yBuJqRR9d2f2SN1Z9UtHVFwg72AuRt3Nk2NV81kpSA==&ch=9veIFml0HtP6pEbuhUIrgNn7Lt3lD2V7Y1lO0RyDjVZNMNhoxyCKkw==> | Swindells Resource Center | 6–7:30 p.m.

[cid:image027.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]Upcoming Online Support Groups

Thursdays | 12:00 noon 
A Time for Families

Jueves | 12:00pm 
Momento para las Familias

Thursdays | 6:00pm 
Better Together Family Discussion

Fridays | 4:00pm  Reach Out Oregon Family Discussion

5 Noviembre| 5:00pm   Conexion Familiar

November 12 | 6:00pm   Rainbow Family Support Group
Register or learn more at https://ofsn.org/training/

RESOURCES

[cid:image028.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]<https://www.instagram.com/p/DPksKH1kfm9/?igsh=MXJvc3dxeGx5Y3U4dQ%3D%3D>WIC BENEFITS CONTINUE

Despite misleading statements, WIC operations, benefits and services will continue during the shutdown.

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) was created in 1972 and serves more than half of all infants born in the United States today. It provides free, healthy foods and personalized nutrition education, breastfeeding support, referrals to other services and more, saving lives and improving the health of nutritionally at-risk women, infants and children.

To learn more about WIC or to check your WIC benefits, click the link in our bio, visit your county WIC office or follow @oregonhealthauthority<https://www.instagram.com/oregonhealthauthority/> for the most recent updates.

IMPORTANT REPEATS

[cid:image029.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]KIDS IN TRANSITION TO SCHOOL NOW ENROLLING

KITS at Home (KAH) English only at this time
*Note* families in Springfield may be ineligible for KAH due to a special partnership coming in Fall 2026
KAH  is an online series for families with children in PreK-1st grade (ages 4-6).  Join other parents and learn ways to help your child follow directions, cooperate, and build social skills, like sharing and handling big feelings.
Enrolling now for fall:
Tuesdays (10/21-12/16) 5:30-7 PM
Link to register for KAH: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3yUaTybqlaqkXyhOfjFk4MpH8wGsk5LXDMp7HPIB18VaLVg/viewform

[cid:image030.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]ALL OCTOBER! EXPLORING SOCIAL INTERACTIONS FOR YOUNG ADULTS

WHEN: Every WEDNESDAY in October, 4 – 5:30pm
WHERE: Spark at Booth-Kelly, Connected Lane County, 303 S 5th St, Ste 150, Springfield

Come learn about social skills through activities and discussion. Created by young adults for young adults! Open to ages 14 – 25.

[cid:image031.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]<https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/project-10-million>FREE INTERNET FOR STUDENTS K – 12

T-Mobile is offering free internet to families who qualify.  Get 200GB at no cost and an optional data pass for $10—all current and newly qualifying customers included. It takes 5 minutes to apply and you’ll have it for 5 years. Plus, there are no annual fees or re-certifications. Check eligibility<https://www.t-mobile.com/support/account/project-10million-direct-to-parent-guardian-eligibility?icid=MGPO_TMO_U_20TENMM_6BRGAVTKUD4AUN8W23252> or see the list of qualifying programs below. Qualification examples: recipients of SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid).

Please take a look at https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/project-10-million and share this information with your families.

[cid:image032.png at 01DC42A4.2A405080]<https://www.honeynonprofit.org/>BrainiPocS - A Homework and Literacy Support Club for K-12 students

WHEN: Tutoring open now! 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
BrainiPocs is a program created by H.O.N.E.Y. Inc<https://www.honeynonprofit.org/>. to help multiracial, Black, Indigenous and students of color be successful in school by offering no cost tutoring, homework and reading support for K-12 students.

Sign up here<https://cusc44bab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017TOYYq9DSTS9j82vAUyTx9fBykUVeHxbBRB1TRJr99jO48k6wf-LiCo2317SjzIsthkcx4WMBCE6VZuhw5EOi-iIOAnCi9jXa8xNMgRB2ykzBNwQpZQUB8fe2ico3okqNf0Qn1cx5TF5Dz0fRL0wd80dtDZQAXlqxdH7ME787HOWebSS2cfze2-BgBOPuLSBL77UIpPD1BKy4rCMRFN62FTEv--DHvub0pZsrjCqZLwtp8TvH-d9uMMOO65Gq5yNfyE9Szix50U=&c=CPJ_qm2uk3tGuBIU29roaOabHfdpPhTquA_gdKPEjsI_ukk7vgl1XQ==&ch=8pRccu92E-Ry0FZo2yT4DCbVjdStxD686WEJDRAGe986C6blcQHU0Q==>!

Ashley Holding She/Her/Hers
D5 Program Analyst/Community Partnership Coordinator
Oregon Department of Human Services
Self Sufficiency Program (SSP)
101 30th St, Springfield, OR 97478
Call or Text: 971-388-9077

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