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Upcoming Events

We list all the family resources and events we know about on our online calendar, but you can also click on individual listings to view or print flyers for free services.

2013-14 Special Grant RFP

Special  Grant Funding Meeting 2 open to the public April 30 from 8 to 10 AM in the front conference room at the One Stop Social Services building at 920 N. Main Street. (Behind Taco Bell) April 30, 2013 Agenda

KID UNIVERSITY - April 16 to May 28
HHS Prevention presents a free parenting class for families with children ages 6 to 12.
Learn how you can encourage your school aged child to reach his/her full potential over a free lunch! Call April at 873-4159 to register for this Noon to 1 PM course Tuesdays April 16 to May 28.

BOOKS & BARNS JAMBOREE - May 4
Families with children of all ages are invited to attend this free event at the fairgrounds from 10 AM to 2 PM. Free car seat safety checks, firetruck access, inflatable play, and bring used childrens books to exchange for carnival tickets. First 5 CA Health Express Van will host games and free resources!

PRE-K UNIVERSITY - May 7 to Jun. 18

This new parenting course focuses on developing skills that will help your child excel in relationships, school, & life! Parents who complete the 7-week course earn a new tricycle and helmet for their 3- to 5-year-old, and they learn a lot of great family strengthening tools!

LONE PINE READ & ROMP - May 8

Get acquainted with the friendly Family Resource Center at Lo-Inyo school during this fun monthly event featuring free stories, games, crafts, and more!

BISHOP READ & ROMP - May 23

Families are invited to join us from 6 to 7 PMfor Read & Romp with free stories, games, crafts, and books the 4th Friday of every month at the First 5 Inyo office. May's theme is Transportation: Trucks & Trains!

BABY UNIVERSITY - June 6,13,20, &27

This free class for new & expectant parents of babies & toddlers up to age 2 rewards parents who attend all 4 sessions with a $100 gift card to Vons .Register now to join us from 6 to 7 PM on Thursdays in June.

Our next Commission meeting will be Tues. April 30 from 8 to 10 AM at the One Stop Conference Rm in Bishop. Please turn in any agenda requests or Strategic Grant applications the week before to ensure inclusion on the agenda.

Click here for past Minutes and AgendasYou can access the First 5 CA Annual_Report_2010-11, the First 5 Inyo 2009-10 Annual Report, and our 2009-2014 Strategic Plan.

 

Click here to access information about Grants & Funding .

Strategic Grants - up to $2,500

awarded monthly at Commission Mtngs.

Strategic Grant Workshop PPT

Strategic Grant Application 2011-12
     a) Strategic Grant Scoring Sheet

     b) Non- Supplantation Policy

     c) W-9

Special & Targeted Grants - to $50,000

awarded yearly or by Commission invitation

    
       1) All 2013-14 Special Grant Proposals  
         Due April 12 by 5 PM at 568 W. Line

Special Grant RFP 2013-14

Logic Model Worshop PPT

2010-11 Special Grant RFP Release

Lone Pine Literacy Party

Healthy Handfuls January 2010

Dino-Mite Reader's Theatre

Healthy Handfuls December 2009

Healthy Handfuls November 2009

Harvest Festival Healthy Alternatives

GS Troop 332 Wins Book Drive

Healthy Handfuls October 2009

Labor Day Health Van Fun

Strategic Grant Workshops in June

Reading Railroad Easter Launch

Reach Out & Read Reaches 1,000

Literacy Trick or Treat Winners

Click here for First 5 California Parent Resources and here for County & State Resources.

If you are expecting a baby, or have a newborn, call us for a New Parent Kit.

You can also stop by our office at 568 W. Line Street, across from the post office, for free Child Development info or to borrow Parenting DVDs.