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Upcoming Events for Families in L.A. County

Here’s a roundup of events on perinatal health and family strengthening compiled by LA Best Babies Network. Share with the families you serve! 

We also maintain this list of trainings and upcoming events for home visitors and other early childhood professionals. 

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Do you have something for us to include here? Email snish@labestbabies.org. 

Looking for a partner to coordinate a training in L.A. County? Submit your collaboration request here. Looking for a trainer? Check out HomeVisitingLA.org and its directory of trainings.

Other resources: Upcoming Events for Early Childhood Professionals | Recorded Webinars, On-Demand Training | Ongoing Support Groups, Meetings, Classes | Other Organizations’ Events Calendars

March is:

Ongoing Opportunities

Westside Food Bank’s Weekly Free Mobile Markets

  • Tuesdays, 9:00am – 10:00am: St. Gerard’s Social Service, 4439 Inglewood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066
  • Thursdays, 11:00am – 12:00pm: Virginia Avenue Park, 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90404
  • Thursdays, 3:30pm – 4:30pm: Farragut Avenue Elementary School, 10820 Farragut Dr., Culver City, CA 90230
  • Fridays, 3:30pm – 4:30pm: West LA Civic Center, 1645 Corinth Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025

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

Apply to Be a Bus Driver or Mechanic With LA Unified School District (LAUSD)
View qualifications and details at LAUSDJobs.org.

Get Child Care Financial Assistance
The Child Care Resource Center helps families find and apply for child care assistance. Apply here (or here in Spanish). Learn more at CCRCCA.org or call 1-866-67-4KIDS. See CCRC’s flyer for parents in English and Spanish.

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

CalKIDS Program Gives Money to Families to Save for College
Low-income families with public school students in grades 1-12 can now open college savings accounts, and California will contribute seed investments of up to $1,500 for each child. All California families with newborns (born on or after July 1, 2022) can also open these accounts and receive up to $100 from the state. Read more about eligibility, and see this FAQ page. To see these pages in another language click “Language” on the right side.

Golden Bear Pass
CalWORKs families can receive a complimentary Golden Bear Pass, which grants free entry at 200+ state parks and beaches. Learn more and apply here (or in Spanish here). Questions? Contact the California Dept. of Social Services at (916) 651-0515 or calworksoutreach@dss.ca.gov.

Opportunity LA Offers Free Savings Accounts for Children
The City and County of Los Angeles, along with LAUSD, are working together to provide all LAUSD first-graders with a FREE Child Saving Account (CSA) to help save for college — regardless of the student or parent’s income, background or immigration status. All eligible students will receive an initial $50 deposit. Additional deposits can be made by students and families. To learn more about the program, visit OpportunityLA.com or watch videos in English and Spanish here.
Presented by the City and County of L.A., in partnership with LAUSD and Citibank

Decolonized Nonviolent Parenting: A Practice for Raising Empathetic, Grounded, & Socially Conscious Kids (6-Week Course)
Receive support in developing a parenting style that acknowledges your children’s journey and develops them to be empathic, grounded, and socially conscious via the lenses of familial decolonization, nonviolence, reparenting, and conscious child development.
Presented by Latinx Parenting

Participate in Research Study on Breast Milk
The Lundquist Institute is conducting a breast milk research study. Participants (who are currently breastfeeding) will conduct a 4-hour study visit and will receive a $100 gift card. Learn more here or contact MacKenzie Cervantes at breastmilk@lundquist.org or 310-974-9538.

The California Abundant Birth Project
This guaranteed income program will provide monthly cash assistance for people who are 8-27 weeks pregnant and at a higher risk of preterm birth.

Stress and Wellness Survey for Teens
California teens ages of 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 approximately 10 minutes to complete. Participants are eligible for a $10 gift card. Complete the survey here.

Clothing Assistance Program
The National Council of Jewish Women LA’s Clothing Assistance Program supports individuals and families living under or near the poverty line by providing gift cards that can be redeemed for clothing, shoes, and accessories. Gift cards can be used at any of their seven Council Shops.

Pregnant people are invited to participate in the HOPE THRIVE study!
To qualify for the study, participants must be pregnant, reside in California, and have Medi-Cal health insurance. Additional requirements include being comfortable reading and writing in English. For full eligibility requirements, click here. Participants will receive $250 for their time. Additional compensation will be available for those who also participate in focus groups.
Presented by Health Outcomes of Pregnancy for Everyone and the University of California, San Francisco

Seeking Black/African American or Latina/Latinx Birthing People with Physical Disabilities to Participant in a Study
Black people and Latinxs/Latinas with physical disabilities have unique experiences during pregnancy. To learn about these unique experiences, Brandeis University is conducting a study to better understand how race and disability can affect pregnancy. If you are Black/African American and/or Latinx/Latina or Hispanic, have a physical disability, and have given birth in the last ten years, they’d like to interview you. Participants will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.
To participate, email Janelle Mills at pregnancystudy@brandeis.edu or call 781-736-3928.

Los Angeles Rental Housing Habitability Program
In November, Los Angeles County started a new proactive rental housing inspection program called the Rental Housing Habitability Program (RHHP) in the unincorporated areas of the County. The goal of RHHP is to ensure that rental housing properties and units maintain the minimum habitability standards required by law. Check out these English and Spanish flyers and these FAQs for more information.

Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority’s Winter Shelter Program
The program is held annually to protect people experiencing homelessness during the colder months. Meals, showers, and case management services will be provided. Shelters are located across LA County, and will operate 24/7 until March 31, 2025.

Join the LA County Youth Commission
The Youth Commission was established to assist the Board of Supervisors in leading transformative change in LA 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.

Youth @ Work Program
The program is for ages 14 – 24 and will provide access to paid work-based learning, work readiness, personal enrichment training, academic and career development, and advanced career services.

Healing Library Kits at L.A. County Libraries
These kits help families who are dealing with divorce/separation, the death of a loved one or pet, or other difficult situations. Kits include books and guides with activity ideas to facilitate the healing process. Visit a participating library to borrow a Healing Library Kit.

Free Nalaxone (Narcan) at L.A. County Libraries
Anyone can attend a free workshop to get this easy-to-use life-saving nasal spray that can reverse an opioid overdose, including heroin, fentanyl and prescription opioid medications. Get details and find a library near you.

Medical Debt Relief Program
The Department of Public Health has partnered with Undue Medical Debt to provide low-income L.A. County families with debt relief. If eligible, families will receive a letter notifying them of their debt cancellation.

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.

Earn Learn Play: Find Youth Programs and Services Near You!
The Los Angeles Youth Development Department offers recreation activities, employment programs, tutoring services, leadership opportunities, and many more free and low-cost City of Los Angeles services to earn, learn, and play throughout the year.

Free Tax Prep Help
File taxes for free! Go to FreeTaxPrepLA.com/help to find a location near you.

Free Services and Permit Assistance for Sidewalk Vendors in the City of LA
Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (Icon CDC) in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD) launched the Sidewalk Vending Technical Assistance Program. Through this program, ICON CDC provides the one-on-one guidance and resources needed to navigate the permit process and set up or continue a successful sidewalk vending operation. To request support, submit the English or Spanish intake form.

Virtual Mental Health Services for Youth, Families, and Young Adults
BrightLife Kids, a CalHOPE program by Brightline, provides free behavioral health coaching to all California kids ages 0–12. Soluna, a CalHOPE program by Kooth, is an all-in-one mental health app for California youth and young adults to destress, reset, and seek support.

Free Telebehavioral Health Services
The USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is providing free one-on-one support to individuals who live in California. Services provided in Spanish and English. Fill out the interest form here.

Free Trauma Recovery Services
The USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is providing mental health supportive services for individuals who have been victims of a crime. Services are available in-person or online. View the flyer in English and Spanish. Fill out a consultation form here.

Know Your Rights Workshops
The L.A. County Office of Immigrant Affairs is hosting monthly Know Your Rights workshop presentations. For additional resources click here.

Free Citizenship Clinic
Through December 15, by appointment only: Locations vary
Receive free assistance with the citizenship application and fee waiver! To schedule an appointment, call 323-224-9077 (English and Spanish) or 323-616-5696 (Korean).
Presented by the YMCA   

Visit our Support Resources for Immigrant Families in L.A. County to stay up-to-date on events and the latest information!

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

Metro’s LIFE Program
Qualifying L.A. County residents can receive 20 free rides on the L.A. Metro every month or a discounted pass from other transit agencies.

Pathways to Health Careers Academy
Application deadline: March 31, 2025
PHCA is a year-long academic enrichment program for high school students in South L.A. and the South Bay areas who are interested in community healthcare professions.

Rent Stabilization Program
The Tenant Right to Counsel Program provides free legal services to eligible tenants living in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County during eviction proceedings. Apply here.

FEMA Assistance for Residents Impacted by the LA County Wildfires
Application deadline extended: March 31
Residents seeking financial help after the devastation of the wildfires can request FEMA assistance here. 

City of Los Angeles Needs Assessment
May 29 – June 28
The City of Los Angeles is conducting a Park Needs Assessment. Share your feedback on L.A. parks by attending an upcoming community event, taking the online survey, or by writing to the team directly.

Join LA County Parks Spring Classes
Los Angeles County Parks are offering a wide range of spring classes for all ages. Find classes and sign up today. 

Upcoming Events for Families in L.A. County

Reading Stars Tutoring
Through May 22, by appointment at specified library location
Reading Stars is part of LA County Library’s no-cost tutoring services and is open to enrolled students in Grades 1 – 6. Sign up by January 10
Presented by LA County Library

Webinar: Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being
Through September 21, second to last Tuesday of each month, 9:00am – 11:00am
Presented by Vision y Compromiso

Seminario Virtual: Salud Mental y Bienestar Emocional
Hasta el 22 de Octubre, tercer Miercoles del mes, 9:00am – 11:00am
Presentado por Vision y Compromiso

DACA Renewals Workshop Week
Through March 28, 10:00am – 2:00pm: CARECEN – LA, 2845 W. 7th St., LA, CA 90005
Schedule an appointment here
Presented by CARECEN

Black Mamas & Maternal Mortality
March 28, 3:00pm – 5:00pm: A C Bilbrew Library, 150 E El Segundo Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90061
Join Black mothers, birthworkers, & healthcare professionals to discuss the urgent issue of maternal mortality & postpartum health disparities in Black communities.
Presented LA County Library

Hoover Community Health Fair
March 29, 9:00am – 1:00pm: Hoover Street Elementary School, 2627 Francis Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Wellness screenings, health resources, children’s activities, prize giveaways. See flyer in English and in Spanish.
Presented by YMCA, USC CHIP and others

Free Vision Fair
March 29, 9:00am – 2:00pm: James Monroe Senior High, 9229 Haskell Ave North Hills, CA 91343
Presented by LAUSD

Opening Doors/Abriendo Puertas (Bilingual-English/Spanish)
March 31 – June 2, 10:15am – 11:45pm on Mondays: L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center Palmdale, 2072 E. Palmdale Blvd., Palmdale, CA 93550
Presented by L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Center, Project Joy, and Good Foundation

Spring Parks after Dark
Through April 26, every Thursday and Saturday, 6:00pm – 9:00pm: locations vary
Presented by Los Angeles County Parks & Recreation and the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

¡Invitación a la Capacitación en Conexiones Digitales!
1 de Abril, 10:00am – 12:00pm: Newstart Housing Corporation, 3355 E. Gage Ave., Huntington Park, CA 90255
Presentado por Council of Mexican Federations North America y Everyone On

Webinar: Self and Community Care Open Session
April 2, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Mommy-To-Be Meet Up Support Circle
April 2, 1:30pm – 3:30pm: CinnaMoms Crenshaw, 3667 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Presented by CinnaMoms

Webinar: Author Talk: By Any Other Name with Jodi Picoult
April 2, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Presented LA County Library

Webinar: Landlord/Tenants’ Rights and Responsibilities
April 3, 12:00pm
Presented by DCBA’s Center for Financial Empowerment (CFE)

Webinar: The ABC’s of Autism
April 3, 12:00pm – 12:30pm
Presented by BrightLife Kids

Webinar: From Recess to Resistance: Mobilizing for Action
April 3, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
This webinar will provide an overview of the Trump administration’s agenda and the anticipated impacts on immigrant families, social programs all our families rely on, and the broader implications for governance and democracy if they are successful.
Presented by the Child Care for Every Family Network

Webinar: Meditation: A Priority in Today’s World
April 3, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Presented by LA County Library

Webinar: Heart & Hand with Dr. David Yeager, Author of 10 to 25
April 3, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Presented by LA County Library

Webinar: At the Crossroads: Political Divides & Ruptures in Relationship
April 4, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Presented by Latinx Parenting

Centro Laboral Movil
5 de abril, 9:00am – 2:00pm: 13173 Osborne St, Arleta, CA 91331
Presentado por Vision y Compromiso

Free Vision Fair
April 5, 9:00am – 2:30pm: Augustus Hawkins Senior High, 825 W. 60th St Los Angeles, CA 90044
Presented by LAUSD

Líder Juvenil por la Equidad
5 de Abril – 24 de Mayo, 9:00am – 3:00pm: Los Arroyos Community Room, 135 E. Walnut Ave., Farmersville, CA
Presentado por Vision y Compromiso

CicLAvia – Koreatown Meets Hollywood
April 6, 9:00am – 4:00pm: See the route of car-free streets for walkers, cyclists and skaters.
Presented by Metro

Webinar: Parenting While Black: Nurturing Legacy, Love, and Liberation Ep: 4
April 7; 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: Preparation for Childbirth
April 8, 2:00pm – 8:00pm
Free and open to all
Presented by MemorialCare Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach

Financial Empowerment Fridays: Identity Theft Prevention
April 11, 10:00am: South Whitter Community Resource Center, 10750 Laurel Ave., Whitter, CA 90605
Presented by Los Angeles County Consumer and Business Affairs

Black Joy: A Guide for Mamas in LA Launch Event
April 11, 11:00am – 4:00pm: Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Medical Offices 3782 West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90008
Presented by Black Women For Wellness

Rolling With Dads x West LA College Presents: The Dad Walk
April 12, 9:00am – 12:00pm: West Los Angeles College, 9000 Overland Ave., Culver City, CA 90230
Presented by Rolling With Dads

4th Annual Community Baby Shower & Resource Fair in Honor of Black Maternal Health Week
April 12, 11:00am – 2:00pm: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, 1731 East 120th Street Los Angeles, CA 90059
Presented by South Los Angeles/South Bay African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Community Action Team (SLASB AAIMM CAT)

Rising for Digital Literacy
April 12, 2:00pm – 4:00pm: Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 10905 Compton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90059
Presented by Best Start Region 2

Aumentando para la Alfabetizacion Digital
12 de Abril, 2:00pm – 4:00pm: Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 10905 Compton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90059
Presented by Best Start Region 2

LEAH Conference 2025: Taking Action Adolescent and Young Adult Health
April 14, 8:30am – 5:00pm: The California Endowment, 1000 Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and LEAH

Webinar: Banking Basics
April 17, 12:00pm
Presented by DCBA’s Center for Financial Empowerment (CFE)

Foro de Vivienda
24 de Abril, 5:00pm – 7:00pm: Napa Valley College, 2277 Napa Valley Hwy, Napa, CA 94558
Presentado por Vision y Compromiso

Westside Food Bank Emergency Relief Distributions and Resource Fair
April 25, 3:30pm – 6:00pm: West LA Civic Center Plaza, 1645 Corinth Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Presented by Westside Food Bank

Webinar: 2025 Community Action Summit/ Cumbre de Accion Comunitaria 2025
April 26, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Register here in English or Spanish
Presented by Best Start Region 2

The 12th Annual Special Needs Resource Fair
April 27,11:00am – 2:00pm: The Help Group’s Autism Center: 13164 Burbank Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
Presented by The Help Group and LA Parent

Virtual Speaking Engagement: John Leguizamo on Fighting for Justice in Work and in Life
April 29, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Presented by CalEndow Live

Viva Play – Take Action Los Angeles 2025/ Tome Accion Los Angeles 2025
May 4, 10:00am – 3:00pm: Rio Hondo Park, 8421 San Luis Potosi, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Presented by Viva Play and Take Action

Webinar: Self and Community Care Open Session
May 7, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

NAMI Walks Greater LA County Mental Health Fest
May 10, 9:00am – 2:00pm: Los Angeles Historic State Park, 1245 N. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by NAMI

Car Seat Safety Check 
May 17, 10:00am – 2:00pm: St. Francis Medical Center, 3630 E. Imperial Hwy, Lynwood, CA 90262
Presented by St Francis Medical Center and Childrens Hospital Los Angeles

Viva Play – Take Action Los Angeles 2025/ Tome Accion Los Angeles 2025
May 18, 10:00am – 3:00pm: Rio Hondo Park, 8421 San Luis Potosi, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Presented by Viva Play and Take Action

4th Annual Breastfeeding & Family Resource Fair
May 20, 10:00am – 2:00pm: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, Picnic Area Meadows located in North Lake parking lot along the 60 Fwy, 751 S Santa Anita Ave., South El Monte, CA 91733
Presented by PHFE WIC

Westside Food Bank Emergency Relief Distributions and Resource Fair
May 30, 3:30pm – 6:00pm: West LA Civic Center Plaza, 1645 Corinth Ave., Los Angele, CA 90025
Presented by Westside Food Bank

Webinar: Self and Community Care Open Session
June 4, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Toddler Meet Up Support Circle
June 4, 1:30pm – 3:30pm: CinnaMoms Crenshaw, 3667 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Presented by CinnaMoms

Disclaimer: LA Best Babies Network provides this content as a service to the community. Listing an event here does not necessarily imply endorsement or approval. Please contact the host organizations directly for more information on any of these events.