Upcoming Events for the Week of February 2nd

February 2, 2026 LA Best Babies Network Los Angeles County, Upcoming Events

Here is a roundup of this week’s conferences, webinars, and trainings for home visitors and others who work with pregnant people and families with little ones. Also included: events around L.A. County that you can share with the families you serve. Want to look further into the future? See the comprehensive lists we update weekly for:

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February is:

Ongoing Opportunities (See upcoming events below.)

Specifically for Immigrant Families
(Also see our list of Support Resources for Immigrant Families in L.A. County for continually updated opportunities, resources, and upcoming events.)

Online Workshops: We Are One: Know Your Rights Friday Webinars (and in Spanish)
1^st and 3^rd Friday of the month, 9:00am – 10:30am
2^nd and 4^th Friday of the month, 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Use this Zoom link to join. Spanish translation provided. See flyers in English and Spanish.
Presented by Los Angeles Unified School District
Know Your Rights: Pick up a Red Card
The L.A. County Department of Public Social Services is giving out “red cards” that list basic rights people have when dealing with ICE. Get these cards from a DPSS district office near you. More information: 800-593-8222 or OIA.LACounty.gov
Agents of Change Hotline to Help Move Immigration Hearings Online
USC law students launched a Civil Rights Advocacy Initiative aimed at supporting those at risk of detention by federal agents when attending court hearings in person. Through this initiative, trained volunteers help people file a Motion to Change Hearing Format so that their hearing can be conducted online. To get this assistance, call the Agents of Change hotline at 888-462-5211 or 213-787-6211.
Mobile Immigrant Services Program
Legal assistance and case management services for immigrant families across L.A. County. To request support, complete this form or text 213-314-1454.
Presented by Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project, Amanecer Community Counseling, and Asian Americans Advancing Justice
Long Beach Justice Fund
The Long Beach Justice Fund is a legal defense fund and program that provides legal help for low-income immigrants at risk of deportation that live or work in Long Beach. To find out who is eligible for this support and how to access services, click here.
Baldwin Park Emergency Relief Program
This program supports Baldwin Park residents facing financial hardship due to recent ICE activities. Contact 626-813-5245, ext. 564, for more information.
Presented by the City of Baldwin Park, in partnership with Los Angeles County Chair Pro Tem and First District Supervisor Hilda L. Solis and others
Free Citizenship Clinics
By appointment only: Locations vary
Receive free assistance with the citizenship application and a fee waiver. To schedule an appointment, call 323-224-9077 (English and Spanish) or 323-616-5696 (Korean).
Presented by the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
Free English Classes for Adults
The South Bay Literacy Council is hosting free English classes for community members. These classes help learners build skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for everyday life, work, and community engagement. To register, complete this interest form or call (310) 373-7003 (for English) and (424) 903-3106 (for Spanish).
Chinese-Language Mental Health Support Group
NAMI San Gabriel Valley’s peer-led support groups are for adults who have a loved one experiencing a mental health condition. If you speak and read Chinese/Mandarin and would like to be a facilitator, email Mary Chan.
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness San Gabriel Valley
Free Groceries Delivery
Operation Healthy Hearts has a grocery delivery program. If you’re unable to leave your home and need groceries delivered, submit a request here.

Get Your Diploma: Free Diploma and Career Certificate for Adults
Earn an accredited high school diploma for free online in just 18 months or less through the LA County Library and the Career Online High School program. Learn more.
Presented by LA County Library

Toy Loan Programs
Families can check out toys just like they do library books for their kids. DPSS-operated lending center is open Mondays and Wednesdays, 2:30pm – 4:30pm, at 2200 N. Humboldt St., Los Angeles.
See a list of Toy Loan centers in L.A. County. For questions, call 833-8TY-LOAN, 323-986-2741 or 213-744-4344, or email toyloan@dpss.lacounty.gov.
Presented by L.A. County DPSS and others

CalWORKs Families Can Receive Up to Two Years of Free Child Care
As of July 1, 2025, CalWORKs cash aid customers may be eligible for up to 24 months of child care. See eligibility requirements and learn more here or call the Child Care Hotline at 877-244-5399.

Pregnancy Research Project
The PRO-Health research team at California State University, Long Beach, is studying the experiences of parents and their babies during pregnancy and after birth. They are recruiting participants who are pregnant and at least 18 years old. Gift cards provided. See their flyer (English/Spanish) here. To sign up or learn more, contact 562-285-7074 or prohealth@csulb.edu or visit bit.ly/Interest-RFBH.

Let the City of L.A. Know About Your Child Care Needs
Take this quick survey to help the City of L.A. learn about your family’s needs and how they can better support you.
Presented by Child Care Policy Unit – Los Angeles Community Investment for Families Department

CSU Dominguez Hills Study: Seeking Participants Who are Expecting Their First Child
Are you currently pregnant for the first time? You are invited to participate in a new research study at CSU Dominguez Hills focused on daily emotions and experience during pregnancy. You can earn up to $150 for participation in this study. For more information, contact perch@csudh.edu or call (323) 379-9118.
Study conducted by the CSU Dominguez Hills Department of Psychology

MotherToBaby Study: Seeking Participants
MotherToBaby is currently enrolling pregnant women in an observational study to explore how asthma and its treatment affect pregnancy. All studies are conducted through phone interviews — no changes to your normal routine or travel required.
Study conducted by MotherToBaby

Stress and Wellness Survey for Teens
California teens aged 12- to 17-years old are invited to take the Youth Mindful Awareness Program’s survey about their health and well-being. The survey takes about 10 minutes, and participants are eligible for a $10 gift card. Complete the survey here.

Join the LA County Youth Commission
The Youth Commission assists the Board of Supervisors in improving L.A. County’s youth-facing departments, programs, and policies. They are seeking applicants who are at least 18 years old and have lived experience in child welfare, juvenile justice, probation, kinship care, and adoption.

Become a DIY Workshop Instructor
LA County Parks and Recreation is looking for instructors to lead DIY workshops at LA County Parks. Could be a good money-making opportunity! Apply here.

Museums for All
Find free or discounted museum entry for CalFresh participants.

Job Opportunities for Young Adults and Youths from Eaton Fire Area
As part of this year’s Youth@Work initiative, the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity is providing a minimum of 500 job opportunities to youth ages 14–24 who lived in or were displaced from communities impacted by the January 2025 Eaton Fire. Eligible youth include those who resided in evacuation zones or areas under evacuation warnings during the emergency. Interested youth can fill out the Eaton Fire Youth@Work Form for youth to get started.

Families with Preterm Babies Invited to Participate in Research Study(Spanish)
The USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy is conducting a study aimed at supporting early walking development in preterm infants. They are looking for families who have infants from 6 – 36 months to participate. The study involves brief, play-based visits, and families will receive compensation for their time. If you have any questions, please contact Nora Almoadi at almoadi@usc.edu or (323) 949-6188.

Community-Based Doula Support Available
SBCC’s Community-based doula support program is inviting pregnant people who live in the South Bay (SPA 8), West LA (SPA 5), East LA (SPA 7) or South LA (SPA 6), are due between October and February, and have Medi-Cal or have low income to participate in their doula support program. Services are available in English and Spanish. To refer a client, fill out this form and submit it to prevention@sbaycenter.com

Share Your Early Intervention Story(also in Spanish)
The Infant Development Association of California wants to hear from parents raising young children with developmental delays or disabilities. The purpose is to help advocate for early intervention services.

Seeking Participation from African American/ Black Fathers for Research Study
Dr. Tamkin at Santa Clara University is conducting a research study to explore different parent-child relationships among Black men. Participants can receive up to $100 in Amazon gift cards for their time.

Every Body Plays After School Program
September 2 – May 22, 2026
Parks in L.A. County assist children with homework and offer activities throughout the school year. See participating parks and register here.

LAUSD Meals for Students
About 600 schools are serving dinner to students Monday-Friday. See LAUSD.org/foodhelp for details and a list of schools and other food resources in the L.A. area, or call their 24/7 hotline at 213-443-1300. Also see this LAist article.

LA County Parks Food Programs(Spanishand Chinese)
LA County Parks’ Youth, Teen and Senior Program is providing meals for teens and seniors (60+ years old) and snacks for youth who are 17 and under. Find participating parks here.

Kitchen to Capital Culinary Workforce Program by The SoLa Foundation
Through June 10, 2026
This hands-on program offers real kitchen training, career-building skills, and an introduction to entrepreneurship in the food industry as well as a $1,300 stipend upon completion.

Eat, Play & Celebrate
Hot Supper will continue until February 20
Festive Friday Snack Packs will continue until April 17
LA County Parks is providing hot supper and festive snacks for youth (up to age 18). Hot supper at participating parks, Monday – Friday, 5:30pm – 6:30pm. Festive snacks at participating parks, Fridays, 2:30pm – 6:30pm. See participating parks here.

Help Me Grow LA Is Hiring Family Partners
Help Me Grow LA is looking for parents to work part-time as Family Partners in the San Gabriel Valley and the South L.A. and southeastern L.A. areas. Family Partners are parents of children with special needs who work in Public Health Clinic’s Wellness Communities and other locations. Learn more.

Join the Commission on HIV!
The Los Angeles County Commission on HIV is seeking engaged individuals with lived experience, community knowledge, or professional expertise who are prepared to have a seat at the table and actively participate in shaping HIV planning, policy, and funding decisions across Los Angeles County. Apply here.

Paid Parent Leadership Opportunity: Parent Ambassador Leaders (PALs) Program
Application Deadline: February 4
Parents and guardians of LA County K-12 students are invited to become a Parent Ambassador Leader (PAL)! The PALs program empowers parents and caregivers to become active in their school community. PALs learn how to support student health and success at school, share resources, present information learned, plan and coordinate activities that support PALs core topics, and get paid for the work they do at schools with a $500 gift card. If you are interested, apply here.

Become a Community Health Worker
The Community Health Worker Academy is a workforce development program designed to create long-term job placements for Community Health Workers in hospital and clinical settings. To be eligible for this program, applicants must be between 18 and 24 years of age. Apply here.
Presented by the Providence Community Health Worker Academy

BrightLife Kids Health Educator Internship
This is a paid opportunity designed for students or new professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in behavioral health and advocacy.

2026 Summer Internship Opportunities with the LA County Sanitation Districts
The LA County Sanitation Districts Summer 2026 Internship applications are now open for students! Interns will gain real-world experience working alongside experienced professionals and learn how the agency protects public health and the environment. To learn more and apply visit, lacsd.org/jobs

Social Security is Hiring a Claims Specialist
The position is in the Los Angeles Metro area. If you are interested, apply here.

Earn Cash Back Through the California Fruit and Vegetable EBT Pilot Project
The California Fruit & Vegetable (CF&V) Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Pilot Project is back. Eligible CalFresh households will receive a dollar-for-dollar benefit match of up to $60 per month when purchasing fresh fruits and vegetables at any participating retailer or farmers’ market. Learn more at CalFresh F&V EBT Pilot Program.

Claim Your Tax Credits
Receive free assistance from volunteer IRS-certified tax preparers and claim your tax credit. Those eligible may get cash back through the California Earned Income Tax Credit, Federal Earned Income Tax Credit, California Young Child Tax Credit, and California Foster Youth Tax Credit. Learn more at CalEITC | FTB.ca.gov.

Training Program: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Training at LA County Training Center
February – June 2026
This 20-week EMS training program is designed to support individuals facing barriers to employment, including those with prior involvement in the justice and/or foster systems. Applicants should be 18-26 years old, reside in California, and meet the program’s physical requirements and housing rules. Participants will be required to stay on site Monday through Friday for all 20 weeks of the program. Apply here.
Presented by the Los Angeles County Justice Care & Opportunities Department and EMS Corps

LA County Library’s Free Tutoring Program Available for Students in Grades 1- 6
January 20 – May 21
STAR Tutoring is a small group, in-person tutoring program held at select LA County Library locations, designed to help students improve their reading or math skills. Tutoring services are open to students who are enrolled in Grades 1-6. Learn more here.

This Week’s Events

Monday, February 2

Webinar: AI, Social Gaming, and Social Media: Impacts on Black Children’s Development
February 2, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Part of the Parenting While Black Series
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Virtual Training: Addressing Behaviors that Challenge (February 2026)
February 2 – 25 (Mondays and Wednesdays), 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Tu B’Shvat Seder
February 2, 5:00pm – 7:30pm: Mishkon, 206 Main Street, Venice, CA 90291
The event is tailored to children 6 and younger.
Presented by Mishkon

Tuesday, February 3

Virtual Training: Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution
February 3, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

Seminario Virtual: Pathways Forward: Apoyo para la Transformacion Personal
3 y 10 de Febrero (cada martes), 10:00am
Está disponible para todas las mujeres. Si asiste los tres talleres, recibirá una tarjeta de regalo de $75 para comprar alimentos. Regístrese aquí.
Presentado por Maternal and Child Health Access

Getting a Strong Start with Breastfeeding (Comenzando bien con la lactancia materna)
February 3, 10:00am – 11:00am: Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center – Family Birth Center Multipurpose Room 4th Floor, 1404 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90015
To register, call/text 323-612-7939 or email melinar@mchacess.org
Presented by Maternal and Child Health Access

Webinar: Psychological Safety: The Foundation for a Connected and Engaged Team
February 3, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by the California Training Institute

Virtual Training: Healthy Boundaries
February 3, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Presented by Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

Work Ready: How to Prep for Job Interviews
February 3, 12:00pm – 1:15pm
Presented by LA County Library

Wednesday, February 4

Webinar: Cultural Competence
February 4, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by the California Training Institute

Virtual Kick-Off: Early Childhood Disability State Advocate Collective
February 4, 10:00am
Presented by Start Early

Virtual Training: The Growing Brain: Training of Trainers
February 4 – 6, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by Zero to Three

Virtual Training: Self and Community Care Open Session: Dancing Your Happy Dance
February 4, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Coaching for Change: Working Through Resistance
February 4, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Presented by Early Childhood Investigations

Webinar: Maternal Mental Health NOW Monthly Wellness Event
February 4, 12:00pm
Presented by Maternal Mental Health NOW

Webinar: Management in Challenging Times
February 4, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Navigating Care – Enhancing Patient Support Services Community Of Practice
February 4 (Wednesdays), 1:00pm
Presented by Health Outreach Partners and the Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations

Create A Calligraphy Fan
February 4, 4:00pm – 5:30pm: Willowbrook Library, 11737 Wilmington Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90059
Presented by LA County Library

Thursday, February 5

Webinar: Pathways Forward: Support for Personal Transformation
February 5, 12, and 19, 10:00am
Open to all women. If you attend the three workshops, you will be eligible for a $75 grocery gift card. Register here.
Presented by Maternal and Child Health Access

Webinar: What Practitioners Need to Know: Immigrants and Tax Filing
February 5, 11:00am
Presented by National Immigration Law Center, UnidosUS, Protecting Immigrant Families Coalition and United Ways of California

Webinar: Teen Fentanyl Use Prevention
February 5, 11:00am
Presented by Rescue Agency

Webinar: Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) Collaborative of Learning (CoL) Speakers Forum
February 5, 11:00am – 12:15pm
Presented by California State University of Northridge

Webinar: Born to Tinker: Supporting Infant Learning with Loose Parts
February 5, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Presented by Early Childhood Investigations

Virtual Training: Writing for Understanding Level 1
February 5 and 12 (3-part series on Thursdays), 11:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by Literacy Works

Webinar: Supporting Clients Who Observe Ramadan
February 5, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: The Role of Accountability in the Coaching Process
February 5, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by the California Training Institute

Five Blessings Scroll
February 5, 5:00pm – 6:30pm: Florence Library, 7807 Compton Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Presented by LA County Library

Friday, February 6

Early Head Start Institute Day 1
February 6, 8:00am – 3:00pm: The Pacific Palms Resort, 1 Industry Hills Parkway, City of Industry, CA 91744
Presented by Los Angeles County Office of Education

Saturday, February 7

Early Head Start Institute Day 2
February 7, 8:00am – 3:00pm: The Pacific Palms Resort, 1 Industry Hills Parkway, City of Industry, CA 91744
Presented by Los Angeles County Office of Education

Lunar New Year
February 7, 10:00am – 1:00pm: San Gabriel River Park, 255 S. San Fidel Ave., La Puente, CA 91746
Presented by the LA County Department of Parks and Recreation

LA Metro LIFE Program Van Nuys Open House (Spanish)
February 7, 10:00am – 2:00pm: 14546 Hamlin St., Van Nuys, CA 91411
Presented by Metro LA

Tot Shabbat and Kiddush
February 7, 11:00am – 12:30pm: Mishkon, 206 Main Street, Venice, CA 90291
Presented by Mishkon

Sunday, February 8

We don’t know of any events happening on this day.