Valley Family Child Care Association of Alameda County Monthly Membership Meeting
2025-07-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Valley Family Child Care Association (VFCCA) is a group of professional licensed family home childcare providers in Alameda county. VFCCA was established in 1976 and is a Non-Profit organization that provides educational opportunities, support, networking, and fellowship for licensed family childcare professionals. The goal of VFCCA is to inform and educate its members to help create and encourage the highest quality of childcare.
The members of VFCCA meet once a month and share current information from licensing, as well as information from our local resource and referral agency. Together, all members are invited to share with the group information from workshops and other classes they have attended.”
VFCCA supports, advocates, and provides training and educational opportunities for in-home child care providers and their businesses.
To learn more about the association or to become a member, please feel free to:
– Contact Lisa Zarodney at (925) 337-0614
– Email vfcca2023@gmail.com
– Visit the VFCCA website

Friday Community Outreach with Cornerstone Fellowship
2025-07-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-25 09:00 - 11:00 | 348 N Canyons Pkwy, 348 N Canyons Pkwy, Livermore, CA, 94551, United States
The Hive on Wheels will be partnering with Cornerstone Fellowship for their Friday Community Outreach event. The event will feature a dedicated area for children to wiggle and play, while parents and caretakers are free to engage with our Hively Ambassadors to learn about our programs and services. In addition, we will be distributing free diapers, wipes, children’s books and gently used clothing, as supplies last.

Understanding Implicit Bias and Unconscious Decision Making (Zoom)
2025-07-15 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
By attending this course attendees will review how research has measured implicit beliefs. The course will describe how the Implicit Association Test (IAT) has been used as a tool to measure implicit biases. This course will review what is implicit bias and attendees will be able to evaluate how this may occur in their practice. The course will cover how we make decisions and the impact it has on our practice. Attendees will be able to describe the difference between Explicit and Implicit bias. The course will list 3 examples of explicit and implicit biases for attendees to review. This course will illustrate the impacts of implicit bias in the workplaces and encourage participant discussion on reducing the impact. Attendees will develop an awareness of implicit bias and the impact it has on the system-involved youth and families. The course will compare cultural values and backgrounds on how they impact biases.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
1. Evaluate how decision-making impacts our practice when working with system involved youth and families.
2. Describe the difference between explicit and implicit bias.
3. Illustrate the impacts of implicit bias.
4. List 3 examples of explicit and implicit biases.
Registration Link: https://behively-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZOi_mArvRkKOqBCpQugl-w

Safe Kids Day: Health and Wellness Fair
2025-07-19 09:30 - 14:30 | Oakland Coliseum, 7000 S Coliseum Wy, Oakland, CA, 94621, United States
The Hive on Wheels will be partnering with the Alameda County Emergency Medical Services Agency for Safe Kids Day. This annual event offers vital safety resources to families, such as diapers, wipes, booster seats, and bicycle helmets. Additionally, attendees can meet with Hively Ambassadors and other members of the nonprofit community to learn about health and wellness resources.

Hively Book Club (Zoom)
2025-07-23 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-08-20 13:00 - 13:30 | https://behively-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUldO6vrz0vH92FIopryddd4lTAfE-F6EZ0
Join us for our Book Club! Once a month we will read a new book, and each attendee will receive a copy of the book! Build your children’s book library and the tools to implement them into your child care program or home!

*Please note: All participants are expected to use the educational incentive for the children in their care and/or to build up their early literacy library in their program and/or home.

Hively Virtual Evening Office Hours
2025-07-28 18:30 - 20:00 | CA
Family Home Child Care Providers, Center Based Child Care Providers, and Family, Friend, and Neighbor caregivers are welcome to address child care related questions, assistance with TA related to your Child Care Program/staff, or professional development opportunities, tracking, and earned hours during Hively’s Virtual Evening Office Hours.
Zoom Registration Link: https://behively-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/QdwT1W02TCu2m09yyIcyjA

Community Care Licensing Information Meeting with the Child Care Advocate
2025-07-31 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
Mastering Annual Inspections: Licensing Perspective on CARE, Trending Violations, Complaints, and Appeals
This workshop offers a comprehensive and insightful look into the critical aspects of licensing compliance for program operators.
Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the annual inspection process from the licensing authority’s viewpoint, learning what to expect and how to prepare effectively. We will delve into the CARE tool, providing clarity on Capacity and Ratio requirements and how to accurately apply them to ensure compliance.
A portion of the session will focus on trending violations, analyzing common deficiencies identified during inspections. This data-driven insight will help programs proactively identify and address potential issues before they become formal violations.
Furthermore, the workshop will equip participants with strategies to logically interpret and respond to narratives often shared about licensing visits, fostering a more informed and less reactive approach. We will clarify complaint expectations—how they are initiated, investigated, and the program’s role in the process—and provide a clear roadmap for navigating the appeals process, should the need arise.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be better prepared to approach annual inspections with confidence, proactively manage compliance, and effectively handle licensing interactions, ultimately contributing to smoother operations and positive outcomes.
REGISTER HERE

WIC - Travaganza!
2025-08-01 15:00 - 19:00 | WIC Travaganza, 3845 Beacon Avenue, Fremont, CA, 94538
The Hive on Wheels will be at the WIC Travaganza event in Fremont to help mark National Breastfeeding Month 2025. Connect with community resources in health, nutrition and social services. See the flyer for more information. WIC-Travaganza Flyer

Well's Back-to-School Annual Day of Outreach
2025-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | The Well Church, 2333 Nissen Drive, Livermore, CA
The Hive on Wheels will be at The Well Church Back to School Resource Event.
All youth and families from throughout the Alameda County are welcome to come and connect and prepare for the new school year!

Free Haircuts
Backpacks & School Supplies
Barbecue Lunch
Kids’ Fun Area
Resource Tables and More!

National Night Out with the Livermore Police Department
2025-08-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Carmen Ave Apartments, 2891 Carmen Avenue, Livermore, CA
The Hive on Wheels will be at National Night Out at The Abode Services apartment building. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie with the goal of making neighborhoods even safer.

Child Care Means Business: Curriculum & Environment Part 2
2025-08-05 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
CCMB 101, SESSION #4: Curriculum & Environment
This 2 part series will give prospective and newly licensed Family home Child Care Providers an opportunity to explore various curriculum ideas. Participants will learn key strategies when creating an environment for a variety of age groups. By the end of this presentation, attendees will be equipped with practical tools and strategies to enhance their child care environment and curriculum.
Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will explore various curriculum activities for children 0-13 years old
2. Acquire knowledge and understanding of how to create an enriching environment for children 0-13 years old
CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Administration & Supervision Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours
REGISTER HERE

Dublin Summer Concert Series - Back-to-School Night
2025-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Emerald Glen Park, 4201 Central Parkway, Dublin, CA, 94568
The Hive on Wheels will be at Back-to-School Night for the Dublin Summer Concert Series! Come out for “Pop Rocks” the ultimate dance band!

Hively Combined Listening Session
2025-08-08 13:00 - 14:00 | CA
Tri-Valley Child Care Providers, please join Hively staff for our monthly listening session where we’ll engage in conversation with one another, offer program updates, upcoming training and workshops information, review new and changing regulations, answer any questions that you may have, etc.
REGISTER HERE

Back to School Fair at Laurel Elementary School
2025-08-09 08:30 - 12:00 | Laurel Elementary School, 3750 Brown Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94619
The Hive on Wheels will be at the Laurel Elementary School Back-to-School Fair along with New City Church to offer resources to neighborhood families.

Are Immunization Cards Giving You the Blues? Virtual Presentation!
2025-08-09 09:30 - 11:30 | CA
Virtual Training!
Newly Licensed, and established Child Care Providers who would like to refresh their knowledge, are invited to join Hively staff in a review of how to document immunization records, recognize when records are incomplete, and access immunization resources.
Register by 4 August 2025 to receive handouts by mail
Participants will learn:
• How to gather and document vaccination records on the ‘Blue’ immunization card
• How to use the Pink Windows for Immunization card
• When you may conditionally admit a child with an incomplete immunization record
Participants will work together to complete a practice immunization card and document next steps.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
• Find the current Shots Required for Pre-Kindergarten (Child Care) Schedule, Requirements for Employees and Volunteers, and Tools for Child Care Staff
• Review Annual Reporting Requirements
• Consider options in Calendaring when records are due
CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Health, Safety, and Nutrition
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours
REGISTER HERE

Child Care Means Business: Recordkeeping
2025-08-11 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
CCMB 201, SESSION #3: Recordkeeping
Prospective Licensees, newly licensed Family Home Child Care Providers, and Family Home Child Care Providers new to keeping Child Care related records are invited to learn about the importance of choosing a recordkeeping system and maintaining fiscal documents and records, including:
• Creating a plan to tracking expenses
• Tracking Receipts, Income, and Expenses
• Registering Your Family Home Child Care Business Name
• Deductible Expenses
• The importance of accurately figuring Time & Space Percentage
Learning Objectives:
• Participants will become familiar with creating a plan for tracking program Income, Expenses, Receipts, and Deductions.
• Participants will become familiar with identifying non-deductible and deductible expenses.
• Participants will become familiar with Time-Space Percentage.
Participants who complete this training will receive a copy of Tom Copeland’s Record Keeping Guide in a digital or hard copy format.
CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Administration & Supervision
REGISTER HERE

Dublin Farmer's Market
2025-08-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Emerald Glen Park, 4201 Central Parkway, Dublin, CA, 94568
The Hive on Wheels will travel to the Dublin Farmer’s Market on August 14th.

Back-to-School for Family Home Child Care Programs
2025-08-14 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
Newly Licensed, and prospective, Family Home Child Care Providers are invited to review documents, policies, and practices that will help to keep communication clear and documented, your child care program’s paperwork and practices in compliance, and keep your relationships positive with families and your Community Care Analyst.
REGISTER HERE
CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Administration & Supervision
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours

Pleasanton Concert in the Park
2025-08-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Lions Wayside Park, 4401 First Street, Pleasanton, CA
The Hive on Wheels will make an appearance at the Pleasanton summer concert series. Enjoy some tunes and family fun in lively downtown Pleasanton!

Introduction to the Intersection of Trauma and Disabilities
2025-08-18 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
This course will explore the impact of trauma and disabilities on learning, behavior and physical health in early childhood educational environments. The presentation will illustrate the differences and similarities between the experiences of typically developing children versus those with disabilities. We will discuss a range of trauma-responsive and resilience building relational and environmental strategies for professionals working in a variety of program options that serve children with disabilities.
Learning Objectives:
– Participants will discuss at least 3 specific impacts of trauma on children with disabilities
– Participants will identify at least 3 practices for building safety and resilience in children with disabilities
– Participants will utilize 2 -3 concepts related to trauma and disabilities when interacting with families
REGISTER HERE

Promoviendo Relaciones Significativas entre Familias y Proveedores
2025-08-19 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
La asociación y el compromiso familiar auténtico forma la base de comunidades prósperas. Estas asociaciones no son meramente transaccionales, sino
transformadoras, fomentando el respeto mutuo, la responsabilidad compartida y la colaboración entre familias y educadores.
OBJETIVOS:
1) Crear un marco en lo que integren las percepciones y fortalezas únicas de la familia
2) La importancia de los procesos de toma de decisiones para asegurar el desarrollo integral del niño
3) Empoderamiento de las familias al proporcionarles las herramientas y los recursos para apoyar el desarrollo de sus hijos y cerrar las brechas
culturales
Registrarse aqui: https://behively-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/-SEHHWshRuCq77HTD0FEHQ

Pop-Up Storytime with Zippy the Bookmobile
2025-08-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Val Vista Park, 7350 Johnson Drive, Pleasanton, CA
The Hive on Wheels will make a joint appearance with Zippy the Bookmobile. Kids of all ages are invited to check out books from the mobile library and participate in crafts and activities. Storytime is most suitable for toddlers.

Preventive Health Series—Module 1
2025-08-22 13:00 - 17:00 | CA
Hively offers a FREE 8-hour, EMSA approved, Preventive Health training including the required hour of nutrition training and Lead Poisoning Prevention curriculum.
Pre-registration is required. Attendance at both sessions is mandatory to complete certification.
For more information, to register to attend, or to schedule a one-on-one training please contact 510.383.0179 or dfuller@behively.org.
Preventive Health Module 1 Zoom Registration Link:
https://behively-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/VEiNEz_YS9G8cJ1unWfWhw
This live training will be conducted via Zoom. Participants must be able to keep audio and video on during the entire training. Materials are required to participate in this training.
Registration will close on Friday, 15 August 2025 to allow time for materials to be shipped to participants.

Community Resource Fair @ Dublin Library
2025-08-25 16:30 - 18:00 | Dublin Library, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA, 94568
The Hive on Wheels will travel to the Dublin Library on August 25th for a Community Resource Fair.

Hively Virtual Evening Office Hours
2025-08-25 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
Family Home Child Care Providers, Center Based Child Care Providers, and Family, Friend, and Neighbor caregivers are welcome to address child care related questions, assistance with TA related to your Child Care Program/staff, or professional development opportunities, tracking, and earned hours during Hively’s Virtual Evening Office Hours.
Zoom Registration Link: https://behively-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZYX7QQaxRkqFOqSFyPHehQ

Talking with Parents When you Have a Concern About a Child in Your Care
2025-08-26 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
As a caregiver, you may be the first person to notice a difference in a child under your care. Sharing those concerns with families can be nerve wracking and you may not know how to approach the situation. In this training, we will go over when to talk to parents about concerns and strategies on how to share those concerns. In addition, we will examine your own emotional response as a caregiver, as well as understanding parent’s reactions and how to support them and yourself.
Learning Objectives:
1.) Recognize when to share concerns with families.
2.) Identify strategies on how to share those concerns with families.
3.) Understand your own emotional response.
4.) Understand the family’s response and how to support them.
CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Family and Community Engagement & Professionalism
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours
REGISTER HERE

Preventive Health Series— Modules 2 & 3
2025-08-28 13:00 - 17:00 | CA
Hively offers a FREE 8-hour, EMSA approved, Preventive Health training including the required hour of nutrition training and Lead Poisoning Prevention curriculum. Pre-registration is required. Attendance at both sessions is mandatory to complete certification.
Zoom Registration Link:
https://behively-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/EVVrwBd4S16s0IuXrFq2hQ
For more information, to register to attend, or to schedule a one-on-one training please contact 510.383.0179 or dfuller@behively.org.
This live training will be conducted via Zoom. Participants must be able to keep audio and video on during the entire training.
Materials are required to participate in this training. Registration will close on Friday, 22 August 2025 to allow time for materials to be shipped to participants.
