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Upcoming Events for the Week of March 9th

LA Best Babies Network ,

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:

Do you have something for us to include? Email info@labestbabies.org. And stay in touch with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube!

March 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)
    1st and 3rd Friday of the month    , 9:00am – 10:30am
    2nd and 4th 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.

Toy Loan Programs
Families can check out toys just like they do library books for their kids.
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.

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 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 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.

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.

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
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
Festive Friday Snack Packs will continue until April 17
LA County Parks is providing festive snacks for youth (up to age 18). 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.

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  

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.

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.

Emergency Rent Relief Program Reopens with Expanded Access for Tenants
Application Deadline: March 11
If you’re a homeowner, landlord, or tenant affected by the 2025 Eaton or Palisades fire and windstorm events or any other emergency financial hardships, you may be eligible for financial assistance. Interested renters and landlords can review eligibility requirements, sign up for webinars and events, and apply at lacountyrentrelief.com.

Girls Who Code: A Free, Virtual Summer Program
Application Deadline: April 10, 2026
Girls Who Code is excited to offer Pathways this summer from June 29 to August 14, 2026. This seven-week program is a free, flexible online learning opportunity for students who want to learn coding at their own pace. No prior experience necessary. Need more info? Reach out to pathways@girlswhocode.com.

Free 16-Week Basic Mechanics Program
Acceler8 Education invites you to enroll in their free 16-week Basic Mechanics course for young adults ages 18 and older. Participants will gain hands-on automotive skills and build pathways toward future career opportunities. Classes have already begun, but there is still space available. Contact Yvonne Negrete-Woodruff at ynegrete@acceler8education.org.
Presented by Acceler8 Education

Winter Shelter Program
Through March 31
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) Winter Shelter Program is open until March 31. See a list of shelters across the county. More information: call 800-548-6047 or email wintershelter@lahsa.org.

Free Tax Prep LA
IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. Find a Free Tax Prep LA location near you. For more information on free tax help, see this LA Library page and their calendar of tax prep events at various library branches.

AAIMM Compassion Response Fund for African American Families Impacted by Pregnancy-Related Loss
The Fund offers a monetary award to each eligible family to help address immediate needs during a period of grief and transition. Email questions to Nakeisha Robinson at nperkins-robinson2@ph.lacounty.gov. Apply here.

Step into Tech: A Pathway Forward
March 10 – April 16 (Tuesdays and Thursdays), 10:00am – 12:00pm
Unite LA is hosting a 6-week program designed to create pathways into tech careers for justice-involved and justice-impacted individuals ages 18–28. This is a free, paid opportunity. Learn more here.

Apply for a No-Cost Sidewalk Vending Cart
As part of the Department of Economic Opportunity’s Sidewalk Vending Cart Program, eligible vendors can receive a California Health Code–compliant food cart at no cost. Apply here.

This Week’s Events
Monday, March 9

Emergency Rent Relief: Applicant Workshop
March 9, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm: East Los Angeles Library, 4837 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Presented by the LA County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs

Tuesday, March 10

Webinar: The Growing Brain Basics Webinar Series
March 10, 17 and 24 (Tuesdays), 9:00am – 10:30am
Presented by Zero to Three

Webinar: Verbal De-Escalation: Foundational Skills in Effectively Managing Emotional Escalation
March 10, 9:00am – 10:30am
Presented by California Training Center

Webinar: Intergenerational Trauma and Youth Serious Mental Illness (SMI): A Family-Systems Training
March 10, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Los Angeles County Emergency Rent Relief Program Informational Q&A
March 10, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by the LA County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs

Emergency Rent Relief: Applicant Workshop
March 10, 10:00am – 11:00am: East Los Angeles Library, 4837 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Presented by the LA County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs

Webinar: Protect Medicaid: State Revenue Strategies for Aging & Disability Advocates
March 10, 11:00am
Presented by Justice in Aging

Webinar: Stress, Coping, and Social Services – Takeaways from Immigrant Families Focus Groups
March 10, 12:00pm
Presented by the Protecting Immigrant Families Coalition

Activity Hour for Kids: Maude Delap
March 10, 3:00pm – 4:00pm: West Hollywood Library, 625 N San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Presented by the LA County Library

Activity Hour for Kids: Kindah Khalidy Inspired Art
March 10, 4:00pm – 5:00pm: Norwalk Library, 12350 Imperial Hwy., Norwalk, CA 90650
Presented by the LA County Library

Wednesday, March 11

HHS National Conference on Women’s Health
March 11 – 13: Omni Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert St. NW, Washington, DC 20008
Presented by OASH Office on Women’s Health

Webinar: Optimize Your Community: Improve Population Health through Screenings
March 11 – April 1, Wednesdays, 10:00am
Presented by Health Outreach Partners

Hearts in Action Resource Fair (Corazones en Acción Feria de Recursos) 
March 11, 10:00am – 2:00pm: H. Claude Hudson Comprehensive Health Center, 2829 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Presented by Measure of Hearts Foundation

Virtual Support: Hey Mama Support Group
March 11 – June 10, 10:30am – 11:30am
Presented by the LA County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: Identifying Trusted Public Health Information for Your Communications
March 11, 10:30am
Presented by Public Health Communications Collaborative

Webinar: Health Center Preparedness & Response Forum Series – Workforce Readiness
March 11, 11:00am
Presented by the National Training & Technical Assistance Partners (NTTAPs)

Webinar: Housing Hurdles in LA County: Understanding the Housing Landscape and How to Navigate Limited Choices to Best Support Housing Access, Transitions, and Stability
March 11 – 12, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Self-Care Session
March 11, 3:00pm – 3:30pm
Presented by Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

Activity Hour for Kids: Learning About Alma Woodsey Thomas
March 11, 4:00pm – 5:00pm: Rosemead Library: 8800 Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770
Presented by the LA County Library

Webinar: A Brilliant Adaptation – How Dissociative Identity Disorder & the Power of the Therapeutic Bond Saved Me
March 11, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness – San Gabriel Valley

Virtual Training: March 2026 Lactation Consultant Education Course
March 11 – May 6, 5:30pm – 7:30pmPresented by BreastfeedLA

Webinar: Becoming the Doctors Our Communities Need: Undocumented Students and Medical Education
March 11, 6:00pm
Presented by Pre-Health Dreamers (PHD)

Virtual Event: New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services
March 11, 6:00pm – 6:30pm
Presented by the LA County Library

Activity Hour for Kids: Launch Into Women’s History Month
March 11, 6:00pm – 7:00pm: Paramount Library, 16254 Colorado Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
Presented by the LA County Library

Free Tickets for LA Opera’s Performance of Akhnaten
March 11, 7:30pm – 10:30pm: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by the Office of Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell

Thursday, March 12

3rd Annual California AI-Cybersecurity Workforce Development and Education Summit 
March 12 – 13, 8:30am – 3:30pm: LAVC Monarch Hall, 5800 Fulton Ave., Valley Glen, CA 91401
Presented by Public Sector, Private Industry, Academia

Webinar: Using the Touchpoints Approach with Families in Recovery – Advanced Workshop
March 12, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Interrupting Harmful Narratives: Engaging Gen Z Males With Care
March 12, 9:00am – 2:30pm: The California Endowment, 1000 N. Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Virtual Training: Implicit Bias
March 12, 10:00am – 11:00am
Presented by the California Training Institute

Webinar: Supporting Client Transitions With a Critical Time Intervention Approach
March 12, 10:00am – 11:30am
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Bump to Baby Classes
March 12 – April 9 (Thursdays), 11:00am – 1:00pm: LA General Medical Center, 2051 Marengo St., Room #A3C127, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Presented by LA General Medical Center’s Wellness Center

Webinar: Family Resource Centers Network of California (FRCNCA) Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
March 12, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Presented by the California Training Institute

Virtual Workshop: Taiji Session for Frontline Workers
March 12, 4:30pm
Self-care opportunity – no experience needed.
Presented by Wellness Practitioner Chalene Jones

Webinar: Grief Support 101: Navigating the Heartbreak of Pregnancy and Infant Loss
March 12, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Presented by Return to Zero: H.O.P.E.

Doula Mingle
March 12, 6:00pm – 8:30pm: The Gathering Spot, 5211 W Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Presented by Los Angeles County Medi-Cal Doula Hub

Friday, March 13

Webinar: DMH + UCLA Early Childhood Fellowship Information Session
March 13, 9:00am
Presented by UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence

Baby Shower
March 13, 11:00am – 1:00pm: All for Kids, Magnolia Office, 1910 Magnolia Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Presented by All for Kids

Saturday, March 14

Activity Hour: Stained Glass CD Art Activity
March 14, 11:00am – 12:00pm: Compton Library, 240 W Compton Blvd., Compton, CA 90220
Presented by the LA County Library

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Walk Rally
March 14, 1:30pm – 3:30pm:  Rosemead Community Recreation Center, 3936 Muscatel Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770
To RSVP email Eduardo Meza or call 213-448-1471
Presented by NAMI San Gabriel Valley

Free Tickets for LA Opera’s Performance of Akhnaten
March 14, 7:30pm – 10:30pm: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by the Office of Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell

Sunday, March 15

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

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