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SUMMARY:Decolonizing Snack Time
DESCRIPTION:We all value snack time as an opportunity to connect with children\, creating an environment for children to practice social skills and to learn more about one another\, but when was the last time you considered if the foods offered at snack time reflected the children\, families\, and educators in your program? Learn from the experiences of Nicky Byres and Tianna Morris as they share how they developed a snack menu through reflection and listening that led to joyful interactions and improved relationships. \nDuring this event\, we will follow a facilitated discussion from Exchange Reflections on an article titled This Is Bread? A Journey to Decolonizing Our Snack Time from Nicky Byres and Tianna Morris. At the end of the discussion\, each participant will be welcomed to make a commitment to professional action steps inspired by the article. \nThis event will be facilitated by Southwest Ohio AEYC Equity Committee Co-Chairs Denise Steward and Bella Frueh. \nRegistrants will be sent a PDF version of the article and a link to the companion video within 3 business days of registration. Participants may request an attendance certificate via email after the event. \nRegister Now\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/decolonizing-snack-time/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T130000
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SUMMARY:Groundwork Ohio Roadshow Listening Tour - Cincinnati
DESCRIPTION:As a valuable member of the community\, we appreciate your interest in working together to solve challenges and hope we can count on you to join the movement to make Ohio the best place to be a young child. \nGroundwork Ohio is going on the road! We’re holding community conversations throughout Ohio engaging families\, early childhood professionals\, maternal health experts\, local government officials\, and statewide policymakers about the challenges facing our state’s youngest. \nJoin us in Cincinnati on Thursday\, June 27\, from 9:30 am to 1 pm as we hear from regional experts on the unique early childhood and maternal health challenges facing your community. \nA welcome will be provided by Moira Weir\, President and CEO\, United Way of Greater Cincinnati. \nOur expert panelists will include: \n\nGarri Davis\, CEO\, Water Lily Learning Center and Founder and CEO\, Garri Davis Agency\nTerri England\, President\, A Circle of Friends\nLiz Keating\, VP of Government Affairs\, Cincinnati Regional Chamber\n\nRSVP Here\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/groundwork-ohio-roadshow-listening-tour-cincinnati/
LOCATION:United Way of Greater Cincinnati\, 2400 Reading Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T150000
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SUMMARY:Montgomery County Celebrate Fatherhood
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/montgomery-county-celebrate-fatherhood/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 S. Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
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SUMMARY:Montgomery County Fatherhood Banquet
DESCRIPTION:The event is designed to shine a light on the importance of fatherhood throughout Montgomery County. Statistics show that involved fathers have a positive impact on their children’s education\, socialization and overall well-being. This event will provide fathers the rare opportunity to engage with other fathers in the community and enjoy a special dinner and evening with their children. The highlight of the evening will be a fathers and their children fashion show. Although we are celebrating fatherhood\, the entire family is invited! \nRegister Now
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/montgomery-county-fatherhood-banquet/
LOCATION:Sinclair Conference Center\, 444 W Third St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
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SUMMARY:Groundwork Ohio Roadshow Listening Tour - Columbus
DESCRIPTION:As a valuable member of the community\, we appreciate your interest in working together to solve challenges and hope we can count on you to join the movement to make Ohio the best place to be a young child. \nGroundwork Ohio is going on the road! We’re holding community conversations throughout Ohio engaging families\, early childhood professionals\, maternal health experts\, local government officials\, and statewide policymakers about the challenges facing our state’s youngest. \nJoin us in Columbus on Friday\, June 14\, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am as we hear from regional experts on the unique early childhood and maternal health challenges facing your community. \nDr. Ray Bignall\, Chief Diversity and Health Equity Officer at Nationwide Children’s Hospital\, will provide a welcome. \nOur expert panelists will include: \n\nMario Basora\, CEO\, Future Ready 5\nMichelle Moskowitz Brown\, President & CEO\, Children’s Hunger Alliance\nChristina Walls\, Managing Director of Education\, YWCA Columbus\n\nWe are also looking forward to a fireside chat between Franklin County Commissioner Erica Crawley and Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin)\, moderated by Charleta Tavares\, Chief Executive Officer\, PrimaryOne Health. \nRSVP Here\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/groundwork-ohio-roadshow-listening-tour-columbus/
LOCATION:Nationwide Children’s Hospital Conference Center – Room Allen A\, 520 Butterfly Gardens Dr.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240601T222853Z
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SUMMARY:Black Boy Joy: Centering BIPOC Children
DESCRIPTION:We want all children to be joyful and feel secure and validated in expressing their joy. However\, the joyful behavior of Black children\, particularly Black boys\, is often framed as aggressive\, rowdy\, and disruptive\, which can cause educators from preschool through high school to view Black children as problems or troublesome. Mike Browne and Amir Asim Gilmore\, two Black male educators\, challenge everyone to acknowledge and center Black childhood’s joy and de-center White-dominant cultural perceptions of the “correct way” to express joy. Educators must meet this opportunity to combat anti-Black male imagery and love Black boys for all their beauty and brilliance. \nDuring this event\, we will follow a facilitated discussion from Exchange Reflections on an article titled Black Humanity and Black Boy Joy and a companion video titled Co-Conspiring for Black Boy Joy\, both from Mike Browne and Amir Asim Gilmore. At the end of the discussion\, each participant will be welcomed to make a commitment to professional action steps inspired by the article and video. \nThis event will be facilitated by Southwest Ohio AEYC Equity Committee Co-Chairs Denise Steward and Bella Frueh. \nRegistrants will be sent a PDF version of the article and a link to the companion video within 3 business days of registration. Participants may request an attendance certificate via email after the event. \nRegister Now\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/black-boy-joy-centering-bipoc-children/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
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SUMMARY:Groundwork Ohio Roadshow Listening Tour - Dayton
DESCRIPTION:As a valuable member of the community\, we appreciate your interest in working together to solve challenges and hope we can count on you to join the movement to make Ohio the best place to be a young child. \nGroundwork Ohio is going on the road! We’re holding community conversations throughout Ohio engaging families\, early childhood professionals\, maternal health experts\, local government officials\, and statewide policymakers about the challenges facing our state’s youngest. \nJoin us in Dayton on Thursday\, June 6\, from 9:30 am to 1 pm as we hear from regional experts on the unique early childhood and maternal health challenges facing your community. \nRep. Andrea White (R-Kettering\,) will be providing a welcome. \nModerated by Robyn Lightcap\, Preschool Promise Executive Director\, our panel will include: \n\nLisa Henderson\, Vice President\, Health Initiatives\, Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association\nRev. Palmer Jason\, Director\, Good Shepherd Academy\nStephanie Keinath\, Vice President of Strategic Relations\, Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce\n\nWe are also looking forward to a fireside chat between Deborah Feldman\, President & CEO\, Dayton Children’s Hospital\, and Deirdra Yocum\, COO\, CareSource Management Group\, moderated by Shannon Jones\, CEO\, Groundwork Ohio. \nRSVP Here\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/groundwork-ohio-roadshow-listening-tour-dayton/
LOCATION:Dayton Children’s Hospital Tech Town Inspiration Center\, 241 Taylor Street\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T130000
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SUMMARY:Fatherhood Table Talk
DESCRIPTION:From Black Child Development Institute Ohio: \nJoin us on May 18th from 11am to 1pm at Timeless Recording Studio for a compelling Table Talk event highlighting the significance of fatherhood in the black community. Sponsored by BCDI Ohio\, United Way of Greater Cincinnati\, and DJ J.Dough\, this gathering aims to foster insightful conversations about the pivotal role fathers play especially in the black home. Discover the impact of positive fatherhood on families and communities. Engage in meaningful discussions and connect with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate and promote the importance of fatherhood in a supportive and inspiring environment. See you there! \nRegister Now\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/fatherhood-table-talk/
LOCATION:Timeless Recording Studio\, 3437 Montgomery Rd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45207
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20240507T162403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T162759Z
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SUMMARY:Groundwork Ohio Roadshow Listening Tour - Piqua
DESCRIPTION:As a valuable member of the community\, we appreciate your interest in working together to solve challenges and hope we can count on you to join the movement to make Ohio the best place to be a young child. \nGroundwork Ohio is going on the road! We’re holding community conversations throughout Ohio engaging families\, early childhood professionals\, maternal health experts\, local government officials\, and statewide policymakers about the challenges facing our state’s youngest. \nJoin us in Piqua on Friday\, May 17\, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. as we hear from regional experts on the unique early childhood and maternal health challenges facing your community. \nModerated by David Larson\, Miami County ESC\, expert panelists include: \n\nJulie Ehemann\, Shelby County Commissioner\n\nTrish Wackler\, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing Officer at Premier Health\n\nKarin Somers\, Early Childhood Director at CORS Head Start\n\nDeb Frazier\, Center Director at Greene Street Daycare and Preschool\n\n\nRichard Hanes\, Vice President of Advancement\, Strategic Planning\, and Partnerships at Edison State Community College and Executive Director of The Edison Foundation\, will be providing a welcome. \nEmpowering Advocacy Through Storytelling: Crafting Narratives to Influence Policy and Change – family advocates are encouraged to participate in the LORE Storytelling project immediately following the event from 1-2:30 pm. \nEngage with Te’Jal Cartwright\, owner and story coach at LORE\, in a professional workshop designed for administrators\, educators\, families\, and advocates. Learn strategic storytelling methods tailored to influence policymakers toward beneficial legislative reforms. Explore the historical roots of storytelling and its modern applications within advocacy. Gain practical insights and techniques to effectively leverage storytelling as a tool for driving policy change and societal improvement. \nRSVP Here\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/groundwork-ohio-roadshow-listening-tour-piqua/
LOCATION:Edison State Community College\, 1973 Edison Dr.\, Piqua\, Ohio\, 45356
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T143000
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CREATED:20240403T003946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T005134Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Becoming a Nature Ambassador for Your Program
DESCRIPTION:Become a Nature Ambassador for your program! \nParticipants will explore the benefits of including nature-based practices in their work with children\, gain confidence in engaging children in nature-based inquiry\, and take with them tools that can be implemented right away. Included in the training are tours of the indoor and outdoor environments of the Arlitt Child Development Center\, a set of Nature’s Notes Conversation Starters\, inquiry-supporting materials to use with children\, and lunch. \nApproved for Ohio Professional Development hours. Meets requirements for Kentucky Professional Development hours. \nProgram Cost: $150 LUNCH INCLUDED\nEarly Bird Special: $125 (Hurry\, register by April 12th!) \nQuestions? Contact Rachel Konerman rachel.konerman@uc.edu. \nRegister Now\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/workshop-becoming-a-nature-ambassador-for-your-program/
LOCATION:Arlitt Child Development Center\, University of Cincinnati\, 47 W. Corry Blvd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45221
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20240421T181350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T181350Z
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SUMMARY:Groundwork Ohio Roadshow Listening Tour - Wilmington
DESCRIPTION:As a valuable member of the community\, we appreciate your interest in working together to solve challenges and hope we can count on you to join the movement to make Ohio the best place to be a young child. \nGroundwork Ohio is going on the road! We’re holding community conversations throughout Ohio engaging families\, early childhood professionals\, maternal health experts\, local government officials\, and statewide policymakers about the challenges facing our state’s youngest. \nJoin us in Wilmington on Thursday\, April 25\, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. as we hear from regional experts on the unique early childhood and maternal health challenges facing your community. Our panel will include: \n\nRuth Brindle and Stephanie Butler\, Clinton County Workforce Collaborative\nRhonda Molina\, Early Childhood Mental Health Initiative of Warren County\nSharon Gibbs\, Fayette County Health Department Help Me Grow\nGina Grace\, WIC Director of Madison County\n\nWhat’s working in your community? How can we make Ohio the best place to be a young child? \nThe conversations and learning compiled from this event will help inform our policy agenda for the Fiscal Year 26-27 Statewide Budget and enhance relationships with our local leaders. \nWondering who will be in the room? \nParents and caregivers\, early childhood professionals\, community leaders\, advocates for children\, business leaders\, locally elected officials\, local or state government employees\, philanthropic leaders\, and leaders for women’s-focused organizations. \nNot familiar with us? \nGroundwork Ohio is a nonpartisan public-policy research and advocacy organization that champions high-quality early learning and healthy development strategies from the prenatal period to age 5\, that lay a strong foundation for Ohio kids\, families\, and communities. \nWe advance quality early childhood systems in Ohio by engaging\, educating\, and mobilizing diverse stakeholders and strategic partners to promote data-driven and evidence-based early childhood policies. \nRSVP Here\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/groundwork-ohio-roadshow-listening-tour-wilmington/
LOCATION:Clinton County Aging Up Center\, 717 N. Nelson Ave.\, Wilmington\, Ohio\, 45177
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
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SUMMARY:Safe on Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Safe on Saturday is a Month of the Young Child event that has been held in Dayton since 2002! \nJoin us for free sensory\, large\, and small motor activities\, art\, music\, storytelling\, and health demonstrations especially for young children! This is a family-friendly event open to all ages. No registration or RSVP is required. Arrive at the library at any time during the event! \nThroughout the event\, enjoy: \n\nSafe on Saturday stations: water safety\, bike safety\, car seat safety\, fire safety\, and more\nCommunity resources and information from area agencies and the Dayton Fire Dept.\nInformation on community early childhood learning programs\n\nEvent schedule: \n\n11:15 AM Storytelling\n11:45 AM Mayor’s Proclamation\n12:00 PM Music w/ Chris Rowlands “Animals Around the World”\n1:15 PM Movement & Music\n\nThe Month of the Young Child (MOYC) highlights the importance of families\, early childhood professionals\, and communities working together to support every child’s healthy development and early learning. \nThe Dayton Committee of Southwest Ohio AEYC celebrates the Month of the Young Child locally during April. Nationally\, the Week of the Young Child will be celebrated this year from April 6-12 by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)\, Southwest Ohio AEYC\, and early childhood professionals\, children\, and families across the country! Learn more at: naeyc.org/woyc \nSafe on Saturday is presented and sponsored by: Southwest Ohio AEYC\, Dayton Children’s Hospital\, and Dayton Metro Library. \n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/safe-on-saturday/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library\, Main Library\, 215 E. Third St.\, Dayton\, Ohio\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20240327T232349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T232349Z
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SUMMARY:Lakeshore Furniture Expo
DESCRIPTION:Lakeshore’s Furniture Expo\nGet a sneak peek of the Lakeshore Furniture Expo (YouTube) \nApril 10 or 11\nVisit anytime between 9 am-4 pm \nLakeshore is hosting a private furniture EXPO at the Columbus Municipal Light Plant Venue! Attendees can explore our popular learning spaces for infants/toddlers through high school\, create at our Innovation Station\, visit our onsite custom design service\, learn more about a variety of professional development opportunities—and even speak first-hand with our Chief Academic Officer\, Patti Clark! \nJoin us on April 10 or 11 and arrive anytime between 9 am and 4 pm. Lakeshore swag bags\, food\, and refreshments will be provided! \nTo learn more\, contact John French at jfrench@lakeshorelearning.com or (614) 403-9961. \nRSVP Here
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/lakeshore-furniture-expo-2-2/
LOCATION:Columbus Municipal Light Plant\, 577 W Nationwide Blvd.\, Columbus\, Ohio\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="John French%2C Lakeshore Learning":MAILTO:jfrench@lakeshorelearning.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20240328T000838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T001017Z
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SUMMARY:Race and Racism in Early Childhood Education
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Week of the Young Child 2024\, this Work Together Wednesday\, we will be exploring how we can intentionally work together to address challenging issues. \nWe are all in different places as we move forward in our journeys through entrenched and challenging issues. Many of us shy away from discussing racism out of fear that we will make a mistake\, offend others\, be labeled as angry or racist\, or face repercussions in our work or personal lives. During this event\, we will follow a facilitated discussion from Exchange Reflections on an article titled Our Children\, Our Workforce: Why We Must Talk About Race and Racism in Early Childhood Education. At the end of the discussion\, each participant will be welcomed to make a commitment to professional action steps inspired by the article. \nThis event will be facilitated by Southwest Ohio AEYC Equity Committee Co-Chairs Denise Steward and Bella Frueh. \nRegistrants will be sent a PDF version of the article within 3 business days of registration. Participants may request an attendance certificate via email after the event. \nPlease note that\, in order to facilitate an engaging discussion\, spots are limited—so register now! \nRegister Here\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/race-and-racism-in-early-childhood-education-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20240327T232055Z
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SUMMARY:Lakeshore Furniture Expo
DESCRIPTION:Lakeshore’s Furniture Expo\nGet a sneak peek of the Lakeshore Furniture Expo (YouTube) \nApril 10 or 11\nVisit anytime between 9 am-4 pm \nLakeshore is hosting a private furniture EXPO at the Columbus Municipal Light Plant Venue! Attendees can explore our popular learning spaces for infants/toddlers through high school\, create at our Innovation Station\, visit our onsite custom design service\, learn more about a variety of professional development opportunities—and even speak first-hand with our Chief Academic Officer\, Patti Clark! \nJoin us on April 10 or 11 and arrive anytime between 9 am and 4 pm. Lakeshore swag bags\, food\, and refreshments will be provided! \nTo learn more\, contact John French at jfrench@lakeshorelearning.com or (614) 403-9961. \nRSVP Here
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/lakeshore-furniture-expo-2/
LOCATION:Columbus Municipal Light Plant\, 577 W Nationwide Blvd.\, Columbus\, Ohio\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="John French%2C Lakeshore Learning":MAILTO:jfrench@lakeshorelearning.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20240327T235055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T212830Z
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SUMMARY:Week of the Young Child 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for NAEYC’s 2024 Week of the Young Child® celebration! Our annual event celebrating early learning\, young children\, their teachers\, and families. We are so excited for another fun-filled week celebrating young children and their families with hands-on\, collaborative activities encouraging movement and healthy lifestyles through music\, food\, and art. \nThe Week of the Young Child® is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)\, the world’s largest early childhood education association\, with nearly 60\,000 members and a network of 51 Affiliates. \nThe purpose of the Week of the Young Child® is to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs. \nNAEYC first established the Week of the Young Child® in 1971\, recognizing that the early childhood years (birth through age 8) lay the foundation for children’s success in school and later life. The Week of the Young Child® is a time to plan how we—as citizens of a community\, of a state\, and of a nation—will better meet the needs of all young children and their families. \nSouthwest Ohio AEYC will be celebrating this year’s Week of the Young Child by hosting events\, sharing resources\, and raising public awareness of the importance of early childhood education. \nLearn more at naeyc.org/events/woyc. \n  \n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/week-of-the-young-child-2024/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20240124T174740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T175011Z
UID:877-1706553000-1706556600@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Ohio PROMISE Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the Ohio PROMISE initiative! Ohio PROMISE (Promote Resources\, Opportunities\, and Meaningful Inclusion through Support and Education) is a new initiative focused on increasing access to quality early childhood education and support services for children with special needs. \nHear from Dr. Laura Maddox and Megan Carlton of OCALI and Troy Hunter of Groundwork Ohio and learn more about this exciting initiative and how it will impact the field of early childhood education. \nRead the press release from the Governor’s office: Governor Announces Initiative to Better Support Ohio Children with Special Needs. \nRegister Now
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/ohio-promise-information-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20240103T232548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T232548Z
UID:873-1704738600-1704742200@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Link
DESCRIPTION:Join us on to get connected—and maybe even win a prize! Get important information from Ohio Child Care Resource & Referral Association about phase 4 of Ohio’s Child Care Stabilization Sub-Grants. Additionally\, all attendees will be entered into a live prize drawing sponsored by Lakeshore Learning! \nRegister Now
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/early-childhood-link-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231119
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230830T131701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T132823Z
UID:830-1700006400-1700351999@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:NAEYC Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Network with your peers and choose from a wide range of sessions at the NAEYC Annual Conference\, November 15-18 in Nashville\, Tennessee. Taking place at Music City Center in the heart of Nashville\, the world’s largest gathering of early childhood educators is sure to be a hit! \nSouthwest Ohio AEYC will be at this year’s NAEYC Annual Conference! Will we see you there? \nLearn More About NAEYC’s Annual Conference\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/naeyc-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Music City Center\, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230830T132534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T132809Z
UID:836-1698912000-1698940800@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Groundwork Ohio's Momentum Institute
DESCRIPTION:Join Groundwork Ohio for our Momentum Institute in Columbus on Thursday\, November 2\, 2023. Key early childhood partners and Prenatal-to-3 coalition members will come together for a day of inspiration\, discovery\, and discussion on deploying the most action-oriented tactics and strategies to move the needle for early childhood policy. Featuring sessions from Voices for Healthy Kids and the Constructive Dialogue Institute\, the day will surely ignite intellectual curiosity\, push current thinking\, and support our key partners and coalition members in amplifying their voices to address the systemic barriers faced by families and children. \nSouthwest Ohio AEYC will be at this year’s Momentum Institute! Will we see you there? \nLearn More About Groundwork Ohio’s Momentum Institute\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/groundwork-ohios-momentum-institute/
LOCATION:OCLC Conference Center\, 6600 Kilgour Pl.\, Dublin\, OH\, 43017
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231022
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230830T130503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T131847Z
UID:825-1697760000-1697932799@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:4C for Children Conference
DESCRIPTION:Southwest Ohio AEYC will be at the 2023 4C for Children Leadership and Early Childhood Conference at the Sharonville Convention Center! Come visit us at our booth! \nLearn More About 4C for Children’s Conference\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/4c-for-children-leadership-and-early-childhood-conference-2/
LOCATION:Sharonville Convention Center\, 11355 Chester Rd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45246
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230919T004634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T004936Z
UID:862-1697653800-1697662800@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Black Boys Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:As part of their work with Black Boy Brilliance\, Preschool Promise is hosting special screenings of Black Boys. Black Boys is a film that sheds light on the dehumanization of Black boys and men in America. These free screenings are being hosted to elevate the experiences of Black Boys and start conversation how we can serve children better in our early childhood systems. \nWe know we can make positive changes when we work together. Be part of the movement to advance equity in early childhood education! \nWho should attend: \n\nEmployees of Preschool Promise Partner sites.\nAnyone interested in improving the lives of Black boys.\n\nRegister Here\n\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/black-boys-screening-2/
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library\, Huber Heights Branch\, 6243 Brandt Pike\, Huber Heights\, OH\, 45424
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Preschool Promise":MAILTO:questions@preschoolpromise.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231011
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20231009T143516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T143559Z
UID:866-1696896000-1696982399@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Ohio's Voter Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Are you registered to vote? Register to vote today—it’s easy! The deadline to register to vote in the November 7 general election is Tuesday\, October 10! Visit voteohio.gov to learn more and register to vote today! \nVisit VoteOhio.gov\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/ohio-voter-registration-deadline/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230918T224914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T000246Z
UID:845-1696357800-1696361400@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Race and Racism in Early Childhood Education
DESCRIPTION:We are all in different places as we move forward in our journeys through entrenched and challenging issues. Many of us shy away from discussing racism out of fear that we will make a mistake\, offend others\, be labeled as angry or racist\, or face repercussions in our work or personal lives. During this event\, we will follow a facilitated discussion from Exchange Reflections on an article titled Our Children\, Our Workforce: Why We Must Talk About Race and Racism in Early Childhood Education. At the end of the discussion\, each participant will be welcomed to make a commitment to professional action steps inspired by the article. \nThis event will be facilitated by Southwest Ohio AEYC Equity Committee Co-Chairs Denise Steward and Bella Frueh. \nRegistrants will be sent a PDF version of the article within 3 business days of registration. Participants may request an attendance certificate via email after the event. \nPlease note that\, in order to facilitate an engaging discussion\, spots are limited—so register now! \nRegister Here\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/race-and-racism-in-early-childhood-education/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T123000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230919T004101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T005008Z
UID:852-1696068000-1696077000@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Black Boys Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:As part of their work with Black Boy Brilliance\, Preschool Promise is hosting special screenings of Black Boys. Black Boys is a film that sheds light on the dehumanization of Black boys and men in America. These free screenings are being hosted to elevate the experiences of Black Boys and start conversation how we can serve children better in our early childhood systems. \nWe know we can make positive changes when we work together. Be part of the movement to advance equity in early childhood education! \nWho should attend: \n\nEmployees of Preschool Promise Partner sites.\nAnyone interested in improving the lives of Black boys.\n\nRegister Here\n\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/black-boys-screening/
LOCATION:THE NEON Movie Theater\, 130 E 5th St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Preschool Promise":MAILTO:questions@preschoolpromise.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230724T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230724T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20221210T183657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T220355Z
UID:678-1690223400-1690227000@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Link
DESCRIPTION:Early Childhood Link (ECLink) provides early childhood professionals with important\, up-to-date information from featured organizations! Get connected\, win prizes\, and have fun! This ECLink meeting will feature OCCRRA and Groundwork Ohio. \nGet important information from OCCRRA about reconciliation for Ohio’s Child Care Stabilization Sub-Grants and hear from Groundwork Ohio about their recent early childhood advocacy\, the Ohio budget\, and more—and all attendees will be entered into a live prize drawing sponsored by Lakeshore Learning! \nRegister Here
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/early-childhood-link-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T100000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230315T213432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230325T000323Z
UID:753-1683367200-1683367200@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Awards
DESCRIPTION:Southwest Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children is currently seeking nominations for this year’s Early Childhood Awards. Did you\, or someone you know\, demonstrate a commitment to the field in ways that are innovative? Submit a nomination today! \nWe are looking for stories in our nominations that demonstrate passion\, inspiration\, and clearly show how the nominee creates a positive impact on the lives of children and families. \nAward winners will receive an attractive trophy\, a cash prize\, a one-year SWOAEYC/NAEYC Standard Membership for themselves\, a one-year SWOAEYC/NAEYC Standard Membership for a colleague\, and a special gift! \nNominations deadline extended to 03/31! \nSubmit a Nomination\n 
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/early-childhood-awards/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230324T003302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T003549Z
UID:758-1680199200-1680206400@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Week of the Young Child Kick-Off - Cincinnati
DESCRIPTION:The Week of the Young Child is almost here! Looking for inspiration how to celebrate this in your class or program? Please join us for an evening of shopping\, sharing\, and stations! \nCrayons to Computers and the Southwest Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children (SWOAEYC) are teaming up to provide teachers and administrators working with students birth to age 8 an evening program to kick-start Week of the Young Child! We will have stations devoted to the week’s themes (Music Monday\, Tasty Tuesday\, Work Together Wednesday\, Artsy Thursday\, and Family Friday) to explore\, designated time to shop the Teacher Free Store\, and information regarding benefits of membership with SWOAEYC. \nWe hope you will join us! RSVPs appreciated\, but not required. \nLight refreshments provided. \nRSVP Here
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/week-of-the-young-child-kick-off-cincinnati/
LOCATION:Crayons to Computers\, 1350 Tennessee Ave.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45299
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230326T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20230314T202002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T213939Z
UID:729-1679846400-1679846400@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Documentary Screening & Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join the Cincinnati Chapter of Integrated Schools for a documentary film: Can We All Get Along?\, immediately followed by a vibrant panel discussion: Is School Choice Really a Choice: Parent/Teacher Dilemmas. \nThis film\, by Director Pablo Miralles\, explores the complex history of his high school Alma Mater\, and the 1970 court order that created the first federal desegregation plan outside of the South. Our panel discussion afterwards\, with Pablo Miralles himself\, will delve further into the complicated conversation surrounding school choice\, and societal factors that must be brought into consideration. \nTICKETS: \nAdult Tickets are $10 in advance\, $15 at the door.\nStudent Tickets are $5 in advance\, $8 at the door. \nLearn More & Buy Tickets
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/documentary-screening-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:The Garfield Theatre\, 719 Race St.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T115533
CREATED:20221001T210220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T001438Z
UID:492-1679337000-1679340600@swoaeyc.org
SUMMARY:Early Childhood Link
DESCRIPTION:Early Childhood Link (ECLink) provides early childhood professionals with important\, up-to-date information from featured organizations! Get connected\, win prizes\, and have fun! This ECLink meeting will feature Cincinnati Preschool Promise\, The Walking Stick Midwifery Care\, and University of Cincinnati Early Childhood Education Online. \nLearn more about the great work of Cincinnati Preschool Promise. Hear from The Walking Stick Midwifery Care about supporting breastfeeding in early childhood settings. Learn about the University of Cincinnati’s Early Childhood Education Online program\, including their new nature-based early learning concentration. Additionally\, all attendees will be entered into a live prize drawing sponsored by Lakeshore Learning! \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://swoaeyc.org/event/early-childhood-link-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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