Upcoming Events for the Week of May 4th

May 4, 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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May 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.

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.

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(Spanish and 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Youth@Work
Youth@Work provides LA County youth with paid work experience, employment training, and support services to help prepare for future career pathways. Los Angeles County residents ages 14 to 24 who have the right to work in the United States are eligible to apply.

Renters facing eviction in SPAs 3, 6, 7, and 8 may be eligible for this Renters Protection & Homeless Prevention (RPHP) Program
The Whole Child is currently accepting applications for the Renters Protection & Homeless Prevention program from families living in SPA 7 and some additional areas in SPAs 3, 6, and 8 who have received a 3-day notice. This program provides funds to cover overdue rent and provides support services to help individuals and families stay safely housed and prevent homelessness. Learn more and apply.

This Week’s Events

Monday, May 4

Early Intervention at a Crossroads: Where Are We Headed?
May 4, 8:00am – 4:30pm: The California Endowment, 1000 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by Infant Development Association of California

Webinar: Nurturing Wellbeing Through Arts and Culture
May 4, 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Presented by LA County Department of Arts and Culture, along with other County departments

Tuesday, May 5

Beyond the Behavior: Trauma Informed Support for Students
May 5, 9:00am – 2:30pm: The California Endowment, 1000 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Black Maternal Mental Health Summit 2026
May 5 – 6, 9:00am – 5:00pm: Compton College, 1111 East Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA 90221
Presented by Black Girls MH Foundation and the Amani Project

Movie Screening: “The Imperfect Mothers Club”
May 5, 9:30am – 1:30pm: First Baptist Church of LA, 760 Westmoreland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Register here.
Presented by the LA County Department of Mental Health and others

Webinar: Strong Families, Strong Communities: Using New PN 3 Messaging Research to Pass Public Policy
May 5, 12:00pm
Presented by National Collaborative for Infants & Toddlers

Wednesday, May 6

Seminario Virtual: El Sistema de Observación del Comportamiento Neonatal
6, 7 & 14 de Mayo, 6:00am – 11:00am
Presentado por Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Virtual Training: DMH (5.6): Infant-Family Mental Health for Medically Fragile Infants and Young Children
May 6, 8:30am – 12:45pm
Presented by LA County Department of Mental Health

Webinar: Reflecting and Responding: Staying in Relationship When Behavior Challenges Us
May 6, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: CalKids Scholarships Overview
May 6, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by California Training Institute

Webinar: Innovations in Substance Use Care Delivery for Medicaid Members: A No Wrong Door Approach
May 6, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Presented by Center for Health Care Strategies

Webinar: Maternal Mental Health NOW Monthly Wellness Event: Movement
May 6, 12:00pm
Presented by Maternal Mental Health NOW

Webinar: Honoring Home Language: Black (English) Language, History, and Early Literacy Development
May 6, 1:00pm
Part of The Brilliance and Importance of Affirming Black (English) Language in Early Childhood Education Series
Presented by Early Edge California and others

Webinar: Pride in Every Word: Practical Communication Tools for Difficult Conversations
May 6, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Part 1 of the 4-part series LGBTQ2IA+ Families: Parenting with Pride
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Toy Loan Center Grand Reopening
May 6, 3:00pm – 4:00pm: Centro Maravilla Services Center, 4716 E. Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Social Services

Community Baby Shower
May 6, 4:00pm – 6:00pm: Compton College Allied Health Building, 1111 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA 90221
Presented by Hey Malama Co.

Virtual Training: Supporting Every Child & Partnering with Every Family: Tools for Inclusive Learning and Meaningful Communication
May 6 & 13, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Presented by Early Care & Education Workforce Registry

Thursday, May 7

Webinar: Mental Health Resources in L.A. County: A Panel Discussion for Home Visitors and Partners
May 7, 10:00am – 12:00pm
See event flyer, and other upcoming events hosted by the L.A. County Perinatal and Early Childhood Home Visitation Consortium.
Presented by the Referrals Workgroup of the L.A. County Perinatal and Early Childhood Home Visitation Consortium

Webinar: Breaking Barriers to Basic Needs: LIFT the BAR Reintroduction Call
May 7, 12:00pm
Presented by Protecting Immigrant Families Coalition (PIF)

Housing Is Summit 2026
May 7- 8: National Housing Center, 1201 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Presented by the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities

Webinar: Supporting Healthy Social, Emotional, and Relational Development
May 7, 14, and 21, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Presented by Brazelton Touchpoints Center

Webinar: Strong Families, Strong Communities: Using New PN 3 Messaging Research to Pass Public Policy
May 7, 11:00am
Presented by National Collaborative for Infants & Toddlers

Virtual Training: Moving Beyond Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) 101: Crawford Bias Reduction Theory & Training (CBRT)
May 7 & 21, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Presented by DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Webinar: Use of Self-Assessment Tools in Coaching
May 7, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Presented by California Training Institute

Webinar: Grief Support 101: Navigating the Heartbreak of Pregnancy and Infant Loss
May 7, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Presented by Return to Zero: H.O.P.E.

East Los Angeles Heart of Youth Justice Reimagined
May 7, 5:00pm – 7:00pm: Soledad Enrichment Action, 4876 Gleason St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Presented by L.A County Department of Youth Development

Friday, May 8

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

Saturday, May 9

Firefighters’ Pancake Breakfast
May 9, 9:00am – 12:00pm: Fire Station 37, 1090 Veteran Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90024
Presented by Los Angeles County Fire Department

10th Annual Watts Community Fun Day & Car Show on Fire Service Day
May 9, 9:30am – 1:00pm: Fire Station 65, 1801 East Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Presented by Los Angeles County Fire Department

Fire Service Day
May 9, 10:00am – 1:00pm: Fire Station 106, 27413 Indian Peak Rd., Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90724
Presented by Los Angeles County Fire Department

Fire Service Day
May 9, 10:00am – 3:00pm: Fire Station 129, 42110 6^thStreet West, Lancaster, CA 93534
Presented by Los Angeles County Fire Department

La Cultura Cura: Feria de Bienestar
9 de Mayo, 10:00am – 4:00pm: East Los Angeles Civic Center, 4801 East 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Presentado por Mujeres de Maiz

Fire Service Day
May 9, 10:00am – 4:00pm: Fire Station 13, 2401 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90006
Presented by Los Angeles County Fire Department

District 4 Listening Session “Youth Empowerment Summit”
May 9, 11:000am – 3:00pm: Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA), 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802
Presented by Los Angeles County Youth Commission

Artists Exploring Legacies of Youth Justice: Film Screening & Art Showcase
May 9, 11:30am – 1:30pm: Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery,901 East 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
Presented by Los Angeles County Department of Youth Development

Sunday, May 10