Upcoming

Talk It Up: Connecting Through Feelings

Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
Springfield Public Library, 255 N 5th, Springfield, OR Map
Talk It Up: Connecting Through Feelings

Parenting Now and The Springfield Library Present

Parenting Connection: Building Stronger Families Through Play and Literacy

Join Parenting Now for a fun, supportive parenting group designed to help families build stronger connections through play, literacy, and everyday interactions. Each week offers practical ideas and simple strategies you can use at home to strengthen your relationship with your child while supporting their growth and development.

Sept. 26th:Talk It Up: Connecting Through Feelings

Children experience big feelings every day, and parents play an important role in helping them understand and manage those emotions. In this session, explore how talking about feelings can strengthen your connection with your child and help them feel understood and supported. Learn simple emotion-coaching strategies that can be used during everyday moments, conversations, and play.

Choose what works for your family!
Register for one session or all six. Each session features a different parenting topic, with opportunities to learn, connect, and have fun together.

Families will enjoy:

  • Practical parenting strategies you can use right away
  • Simple ways to talk about feelings with your child
  • Ideas for building emotional connection through play and literacy
  • Opportunities to meet and connect with other parents
  • Fun, hands-on activities for parents and children
  • Childcare provided

Come for one week or join us for the full six-week series—every session is an opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together!

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Facilitators

Sean Cohen

Parenting Educator

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Location

Springfield Public Library, 255 N 5th, Springfield, OR