Early Childhood Hub of Lane County

09/03/2026

Families, mark your calendars! Food for Lane County's Youth Farm Fest is happening September 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy hands-on activities, live music, farm tours, and family-friendly fun for all ages.

Looking to get outside with the kiddos on a fall weekend? We've got you covered! Join us for family-friendly fun at the annual Youth Farm Fest on Saturday, September 12 from 10am to 2pm. Farm Fest is a celebration of all we’ve accomplished this season, our first at the new site!

-Open produce stand with produce tastings
-Kids arts and crafts (facing painting, seed mosaics, veggie critters!)
-Farm tours
-Live music from Brothers In Law Music and Corwin Bolt and the Wingnuts
-Cider pressing and free samples
-Free pick-your-own flower bouquets

No RSVP needed–just show up and have fun with us!

08/31/2026

Free Preschool for Children Ages 3–4!

Openings are still available at Preschool Promise locations throughout Lane County!

📍 Mapleton • Eugene • Pleasant Hill

Apply today: https://families.lanepreschoolpromise.org/

Give your child a great start and share this with families who might be interested!
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¡No dejes pasar esta oportunidad de obtener educación preescolar a tiempo completo, totalmente gratuita!

Todavía hay espacios disponibles en estas ubicaciones de Preschool Promise en el condado de Lane, pero podrían agotarse pronto.

📍 Mapleton • Eugene • Pleasant Hill

LLena la aplicación hoy mismo: https://families.lanepreschoolpromise.org/

Dale a tu hijo(a) un gran comienzo en la educación preescolar. ¡Compártelo con alguna familia que sepas que pueda aprovechar esta oportunidad!

08/31/2026

Free Fall Storytimes! Join Eugene Public Library for stories, songs, and early learning fun for young children and their grown-ups.

💖 Fall storytimes Sept.-Nov.! Free fun and learning for young children with their grown-ups.
DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
🎉Baby Storytime: Tues., 9:45 & 10:30 a.m.
🎉Bilingual Storytime/Cuentos Bilingües: Wed., 9:45 & 10:30 a.m.
🎉Toddler Storytime: Thurs., 9:45 & 10:30 a.m.
🎉Sensory Storytime: Thurs., 4:30 p.m.
🎉Preschool Storytime: Fri., 10:30 a.m.
🎉Family Storytime: Sat., 10:30 & 11:15 a.m.
BETHEL BRANCH
🎉Family Storytime: Thurs., 10:15 a.m.
🎉Baby & Toddler Storytime: Sat., 10:15 a.m.
SHELDON BRANCH
🎉Family Storytime: Fri., 10:15 a.m.
En español: https://www.facebook.com/EugLibrary/posts/pfbid02cHYuTc8T8SmYghD7CaykJ4QCdUVrEfN7yEMRLYCT2Tb6bDtCW3tNA1qegTnKEqsTl
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08/24/2026

New on our blog: The Culture, not the Complexion.

In our newest blog post, Ayisha Elliott shares a powerful reflection on culture, identity, and the meaning of embracing Blackness with pride, authenticity, and confidence.

This thoughtful piece invites readers to celebrate culture, challenge assumptions, and reflect on the importance of belonging and self-expression.

Read the full article:

https://www.earlychildhoodlane.org/blog/the-culture-not-the-complexion-i-am-dripping-melanin-and-honey-i-am-black-without-apology-upile

Honey doesn't come in one shade. It's pale gold in one jar and near-black in another, and every jar is still, unmistakably, honey. Summer time is coming to an end, and our babies have changed between each shade! It’s wonderful. This is what I want to talk about and help you consider. The color of ...

08/19/2026

Free Parenting Class for Lane County Families!

The Pearl Buck Center is offering a FREE Circle of Security parenting class, available both in person and on Zoom.

To learn more or RSVP, call (541) 484-4666 ext. 5150

Starting in September, Pearl Buck Center will be offering FREE Parenting Classes! 🎉
This is a safe and welcoming space to meet other parents, ask questions, share experiences, and enjoy some snacks! 🍎

Free childcare is provided!

We hope to see you there!

08/17/2026

Free full-time preschool for children ages 3-4!

Nestled in a warm, home-based setting in Eugene, Sunshine Preschool Promise provides a true home away from home where children can learn, play, and grow.

Sunshine Preschool and All-Day Camp offers:

• In-home Preschool Promise program
• Led by an owner with 40 years of experience
• Indoor and outdoor play areas
• Clean, welcoming, and well-resourced environment
• Open spots available

Apply today!
https://families.lanepreschoolpromise.org/

Did you know?

Sunshine Preschool Promise is run by owner Cheryl, who brings 40 years of early childhood experience to her home-based program.

That's four decades of knowing exactly how young children learn, grow, and thrive - expertise that's hard to find anywhere else, and it's available right in your neighborhood.

Learn more about Preschool Promise and apply today! today: https://families.lanepreschoolpromise.org/

08/14/2026

Happening today!

08/14/2026

At Mapleton, children learn and grow through play and nature in a program tailored to their unique interests and needs.

Mapleton Preschool offers:

-Play and nature-based learning
-Focus on academic support, arts, language & culture, leadership & social-emotional skills
-Breakfast & lunch provided
-English & Spanish spoken
-New transportation route from Florence

Open spots are available. Apply Today!
https://families.lanepreschoolpromise.org

Did you know?

Getting to Mapleton just got easier! The program recently launched a brand-new transportation route from Florence, opening the door for even more families to join.

That means families in Florence no longer have to choose between a great early learning program and a manageable commute - they can have both.

Learn more about Preschool Promise and apply today: https://families.lanepreschoolpromise.org/

08/13/2026

Free Preschool for Children Ages 3–4!

Openings are still available at Preschool Promise locations throughout Lane County!

📍 Dorena • Mapleton • Blue River • Pleasant Hill

Apply today: https://families.lanepreschoolpromise.org/
Give your child a great start and share this with families who might be interested!

Free transportation is available at some locations.
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¡No dejes pasar esta oportunidad de obtener educación preescolar a tiempo completo, totalmente gratuita!

Todavía hay espacios disponibles en estas ubicaciones de Preschool Promise en el condado de Lane, pero podrían agotarse pronto.

📍 Dorena • Mapleton • Blue River • Pleasant Hill
LLena la aplicación hoy mismo: https://families.lanepreschoolpromise.org/

Dale a tu hijo(a) un gran comienzo en la educación preescolar. ¡Compártelo con alguna familia que sepas que pueda aprovechar esta oportunidad!

Pregunta cuáles de nuestras ubicaciones ofrecen transporte gratuito.