Special Events
ECFE in the Park (All ages)
Join a licensed parent educator to explore area parks! Enjoy time with your child outdoors playing at the park, participating in different activities, and a short circle time. Parents must stay and supervise their children for the duration of the class. Childcare groups are welcome. Registration is required so we have enough supplies.
11 am-12 pm
Wagner Park - Elko New Market
$5 per family
11 am-12 pm
Southside Park
$5 per family
Grandfriends are Great (Ages 3-5 years)
Preschoolers are invited to bring their grandparents or any special grown up to explore fun, interactive science activities in the early childhood classrooms. Witness chemical reactions, learn about the properties of liquids, complete mini-experiments and build incredible structures using physics. Listen to a story together and sing songs before you go!
November Online Parent Class: Challenging Behaviors (Birth-5 years)
Parenting is the best job you'll ever have and it can also be challenging at times. We are here to support you! Join a licensed parent educator on the 2nd Wednesday of each month to get your questions answered and connect with other parents who are in the same boat.
Single Parenting Night (Birth-5 years)
Parenting can be hard and doing it alone or as a co-parent can present some unique challenges. We invite you to come spend a night of fun and fellowship with other single or co-parents and their kids. You are invited to bring your child/ren along to enjoy some yummy pizza and engaging games and activities. You can attend with or without your children. Not only will a parent educator be present to answer all your parenting questions, but resources will be available to help support you and your child. This class will end with a story and circle time.
Drop-in Classes
Drop and Go OR Stay and Play (Birth-5 years)
Choose to stay and play with your child or drop them off and enjoy an hour to yourself! A teacher will be in the classroom to provide a nurturing environment, movement, fun songs at circle time, and learning activities to encourage your child’s growth and independence.
11 am-12 pm
CEC - ECFE Room C212/C213
Stay and Play: $2/child; $5/family
Drop and Go: $5/child
No class Nov 11
Newborn Talk (Birth-16 weeks)
Congratulations on the arrival of your baby! This class is for parents with babies 0-16 weeks. A nurse and parent educator will be available to answer questions about your newborn and provide support, connection and resources. Some topics include feeding, sleeping, attachment, development and returning to work. We will also offer weekly baby weight checks! This class is free and registration is not required.
10:45 am-12 pm
CEC - ECFE Room C203
No class Nov 27
Movin' & Groovin' in the Gym (Birth-5 years)
Join us each week for unstructured motor time in the CEC gym for the first hour, then end class with a group activity led by a teacher.
11 am-12 pm
CEC - Gym
$2/child; $5/family
No class Nov 27
Walk and Talk (Parents of children under 8)
Parents and caregivers are invited to take this opportunity to connect with others while getting in some steps! There will be a discussion question, parenting tip and resources shared each week based on the interests of the group. The class is free but you do need to register for sibling care ($20 per family per session).
11:30 am-12:30 pm
CEC - ECFE area
No class Nov 1 & 29
Early Childhood Screening
Minnesota law requires that all children be screened prior to school enrollment. Three years old is the recommended age for this health and developmental screening. Screening helps identify children who may benefit from additional learning or health services before they enter kindergarten. This simple, free screening checks your child’s height, weight, vision, hearing, speech, and development. Your child’s immunizations will also be reviewed. If your child is 4 and has not yet been screened, please sign up for an appointment as soon as possible. For any questions, please call (952) 758-1674.
Upcoming screenings
Thursday, November 7
Appointments available between 1-5 pm
CEC - ECFE area