Group Connections

Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under.

Presented by Rockwood Parent Educators

This presentation will include typical developmental milestones for speech articulation and language acquisition, as well as red flags indicating a need for further testing and ways for families to improve speech and language at home. This group connection is for parents only. You must register in advance to receive the Google Meet link.

Presented by Acorn Therapy

Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Vandover Early Childhood Center Motor Room. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under. Registration is limited to 12 families.

Presented by Vicky Hickman, Rockwood Parent Educator

Enjoy stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. This group connection is intended for children age 5 and under.

Presented by Meghan O'Toole, St. Louis County Library

Join us for a parent-only night out to connect and discuss Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear. Reading the book prior to attending is optional. This group connection provides an opportunity for parents to connect, reflect, and discuss practical strategies for building positive habits. This group connection is for parents only.

Presented by Kristin Skyles, Rockwood Parent Educator

Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center Motor Room. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under. Registration is limited to 12 families.

Presented by Kelly Lawson, Rockwood Parent Educator

Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Eureka Early Childhood Center PAT Nest. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under. 

Presented by Stephanie Kane, Rockwood Parents as Teachers Supervisor

Discover the numerous benefits of massage for you and your baby. Learn techniques designed to calm and soothe, while stimulating your baby’s neurological development and promoting bonding. Please have a blanket and lotion handy for massage exercises. This group connection is recommended for infants less than 9 months old.

Presented by Stephanie Kane, Rockwood Parents as Teachers Supervisor

Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Eureka Early Childhood Center PAT Nest. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under.

Presented by Rockwood Parent Educators

Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center Motor Room. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under. Registration is limited to 12 families.

Presented by Kelly Lawson, Rockwood Parent Educator

Join us on March 18th for an Open House featuring Kickaroos at Vetta Manchester. This event gives families a chance to experience one of Vetta’s child development focused Kickaroos classes firsthand. Through bright colors, imaginative play, and age-appropriate equipment, they create a fun, active environment where kiddos begin learning the foundational skills of soccer—while building confidence, coordination, and a love of movement. Come see what all the talk is about! This group connection is recommended for children age 18 months to 6 years.

Registration for the event will open February 18th and you must register on Vetta’s website using the link below.

Register for Vetta Kickaroos Open House

Presented by Vetta Sports

Join us for a storytime with stories and activities that help develop early literacy skills. This storytime is open to children 5 and under.

Presented by Miss Mary Lynn, St. Louis County Library

Enjoy stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills. This group connection is intended for children age 5 and under.

Presented by Colleen Haggerty, St. Louis County Library

Join us for a group connection focused on practical parent strategies. We will talk about what children’s behavior can tell us, simple ways to guide children at home, positive approaches that support calm and connection, and the power of consistent routines in helping children feel secure and successful. This group connection is intended for parents only.

Presented by Melanie Fitzgerald, Center for Child Well-Being

Here is an opportunity for you and your child to come play with us in the Clarkson Valley Early Childhood Center Motor Room. Listen to a story and participate in a story extension activity. There will be time for free play and meeting other parents with young children. This group connection is recommended for children age 5 and under. Registration is limited to 12 families.

Presented by Vicky Hickman, Rockwood Parent Educator

Calling all dads and significant male family members! Please join us in a day of gross motor and sports-themed play. This group connection is intended for children age 5 and under.

Presented by Vicky Hickman, Rockwood Parent Educator