Now What? Supporting Your Gifted or Twice-Exceptional Child (ages 7-12)

Join Jessica Esway, Director of Menlo Park Academy, as she guides families through what it means to be gifted or twice-exceptional and how to work together with schools to get the best support for your child. Jessica will also share practical tips for creating a supportive home environment, highlight common mistakes to avoid, and offer strategies for handling complex emotions.

Westlake Porter Public Library
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m.

Navigating IEPs, ETRs and 504s (ages 0-12)

Navigating the world of special education may seem overwhelming at first. Join Karla Fitch, MSW, LSW, of Connecting for Kids and Shari DeCarlo of Neo Advocates, as they help you understand the process so that you can more effectively work with the school to help your child.

Middleburg Heights Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 6:30 p.m.

Behavior Chat: Tracking and Tackling Problem Behaviors (ages 0-6)

Join Ochanya McRoberts-Wells, MEd, who will lead a discussion guided by your questions on a variety of behavior topics. Each attendee will receive a free Behavior Toolkit. 

North Ridgeville Branch, Lorain Public Library System (hybrid)
Thursday, Nov. 13, 6:00 p.m.

Caregiver Support Group: Complex Needs Caregivers (ages 0-12)

Share & Support is a peer support group where caregivers can meet families on a similar journey. Join CFK staff for virtual, monthly themed sessions where we'll share our "roses" (joys), "thorns" (struggles) and "buds" (hopes) to foster connection and support.

Virtual
Monday, Oct. 27, 7:00 p.m.

Caregiver Support Group: The Highs and Lows of the Holidays (ages 0-12)

Share & Support is a peer support group where caregivers can meet families on a similar journey. Join CFK staff for virtual, monthly themed sessions where we'll share our "roses" (joys), "thorns" (struggles) and "buds" (hopes) to foster connection and support.

Virtual
Monday, Nov. 24, 7:00 p.m.

Maple Heights Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library
Sessions begin at 10:00 a.m.

• Saturday, Oct. 25
• Saturday, Nov. 22

Oberlin Public Library
Sessions begin at 6:30 p.m.

• Wednesday, Oct. 15
• Wednesday, Nov. 19

Reminder

Music Therapy & More sessions open on a month-by-month basis. Registration for next month's session will not open until the current month session is over.

Inclusive Drop-in Playgroup (ages 0-6)

• For families with children - with or without disabilities or delays
• Led by an Early Childhood Specialist
• Connect with other families and get free resources from our staff

Lakewood Family Room
Thursday, Nov. 13 from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Adapted Playgroups (ages 18 months - 6 years)

• For families with concerns about their child's development
• Led by an Early Childhood Specialist
• Your child will practice play and social skills while you get tips