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Play & Learn Series (For Family, Friend & Neighbor Unlicensed Child Care Providers)
2026-06-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-30 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 1 more date
Do you care for your grandchild, niece/nephew, a friend’s child, or your neighbor’s child? This is sometimes referred to as a babysitter, a nanny, a license-exempt child care provider, or Family, Friend, or Neighbor (FFN).
If you are one of the above, please join us for our 4-week playgroup learning series where we will:
– Engage with other Family, Friend, or Neighbors (FFN).
– Discuss various training topics such as, child development, social-emotional, challenging behaviors, & STEAM!
– Actively participate in activities with the children in your care.
– You’ll receive a FREE toy(s) for your participation in each meeting you attend.
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Hively Combined Listening Session
2026-06-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-08 13:00 - 14:00
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.
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Family Picnic Day and Formula Distribution with Senator Wahab’s Office
2026-05-30 09:00 - 13:00 | Centennial Park, 24000 Amador Street, Hayward, CA
Join Hively in partnership with Senator Dr. Aisha Wahab’s Office for Family Picnic Day, a great opportunity to enjoy time outdoors while accessing valuable resources for you and your family.
In addition to our regular diaper distribution, we will also have plenty of baby formula available thanks to the generous support of the Fremont Bank Foundation.
Come connect with your community and get the support your family needs.

Como Hacer el Aprendizaje Divertido
2026-05-27 08:00 - 17:00
Hacer del aprendizaje una experiencia divertida ofrece una amplia gama de ideas y estrategias creativas para crear entornos de aprendizaje excepcionales. Este curso explora cómo aprenden los niños y el importante papel que usted desempeña en su proceso de aprendizaje. Las actividades incluyen proyectos de cocina, música, arte, lectura, juegos de construcción, juegos de imitación y mucho más.
Objetivos:
1) Identificar todos los aprendizajes posibles derivados de las actividades infantiles.
2) Comprender cómo aprenden los niños.
3) Fomentar la imaginación y la capacidad de resolución de problemas de los niños a través del juego.
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BACH Food Farmacy
2026-05-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Bay Area Community Health – Liberty Clinic, 39500 Liberty St, Fremont, CA, 94538
The Hive on Wheels will be at BACH’s Food Farmacy with free diapers, wipes, clothes, and books for your family. Need help with CalFresh? Our team can also provide an onsite prescreening and answer your questions. We hope to see you there!

Free Summer Pop-Up Market with San Lorenzo Unified and the Wilma Chan Family Resource Center
2026-05-13 15:30 - 17:30 | 20450 Royal Ave, Hayward Acres 94541, 20450 Royal Ave, Hayward, CA, 94541
Join us for a special event dedicated to celebrating and supporting families experiencing housing instability. This Summer Pop-Up Market creates a fun, welcoming space where families can connect with valuable resources and community support.
Enjoy a variety of free giveaways, including books, toys, and food, along with games, crafts, and exciting prizes for all ages.
Be sure to visit the Hive on Wheels for free diapers, books, and clothing—and don’t miss the chance to snap a photo with Honey!

Valley Family Child Care Association of Alameda County Monthly Membership Meeting
2026-05-12 18:00 - 19:00
Valley Family Child Care Association (VFCCA) is a group of professional licensed family home childcare providers in the 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

CalFresh Benefits Bash
2026-05-12 09:00 - 13:00 | Hively’s San Leandro Office, 2208 San Leandro Blvd, San Leandro, CA, 94577
Join us for a special Spring Fling event at Hively’s San Leandro office! We’ll be offering free onsite CalFresh application appointments, with bilingual staff available to help. All Spring Fling CalFresh applicants will be entered to win a grocery basket valued at $75.
The Hive on Wheels will be onsite bringing our usual free resources, including diapers, wipes, books, and clothing.

Individualizing Care for Neurodiverse Preschoolers
2026-05-11 18:30 - 20:30
This presentation will give you valuable insights and practical strategies to support neurodiverse learners in early education settings. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of neurodiversity and learn how to create inclusive and supportive learning environments that cater to the diverse needs of all children. The presentation will focus on empowering educators with the tools and knowledge needed to foster the success and well-being of neurodiverse learners, promoting a positive and enriching experience for all children.
Learning Objectives:
1. Develop an Understanding of Neurodiversity:
– Define the concept of neurodiversity and recognize its importance in early education settings.
– Identify various neurodiverse conditions and learning differences commonly encountered in classrooms.
2. Implement Inclusive Teaching Strategies:
– Explore evidence-based teaching techniques that accommodate neurodiverse learners in the classroom.
– Learn how to adapt instructional materials and activities to meet the individual needs of diverse learners.
3. Foster a Positive and Supportive Learning Environment:
– Understand the role of emotional and social support in creating a nurturing environment for neurodiverse children.
– Acquire strategies for promoting social interactions and peer relationships among all learners, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance.
By the end of this presentation, attendees will have acquired practical tools and strategies to embrace neurodiversity, effectively support all learners, and create an inclusive educational environment that celebrates the unique strengths and abilities of every child.
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Oakland Family Resource Center Network Spring Fair
2026-05-09 09:30 - 14:00 | Youth UpRising, 8711 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA, 94605, United States
The Hive on Wheels is Coming to Oakland! Join us at the Oakland Family Resource Center Network Fair! There will be plenty of vendors as we work together to connect Oakland families with helpful resources and community support. Stop by the Hive on Wheels table to receive free diapers, wipes, books, and clothing while supplies last. We’ll also be offering on-site CalFresh pre-screenings for anyone who may need food assistance. Come say hello, get connected, and access resources for your family and community. We can’t wait to see you there!

Look Who is Talking...About Autism
2026-05-06 18:30 - 20:30
Understanding and validating speech and language development in autistic children.
Learning Objectives:
Become familiar and learn about:
1. The spectrum of communication styles
2. Creating space for joint attention and reciprocation
3. Self-reflection and practice for communication scaffolding
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Trauma Informed Care Training
2026-04-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-28 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:30
Family, Friend, or Neighbor Caregivers and Licensed Family Home Child Care Providers (located in Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, or Sunol) are invited to join Hively staff for a Trauma Informed Care Training and Provider Café series.

Training topics include:
• Definitions of trauma: Types of early childhood trauma from conception to age 5 (including being in the foster care system)
• Key trauma statistics and research (focus on children in foster care)
• Introduction to the foster care system
• Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
• The impact of trauma on the brain and children’s behavior
• Neuroplasticity and resiliency
• Key strategies to support children, build their resilience, and minimize the adverse effects of trauma
• Practice applying trauma-informed strategies

CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Interactions, Relationships, and Guidance
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours

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Don Biddle Community Park Pop-Up
2026-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Don Biddle Community Park, 6100 Horizon Parkway, Dublin, CA
The Hive on Wheels is popping up at Don Biddle Community Park in Dublin! We’ll be distributing our usual free resources, including diapers, wipes, clothes, and books for the community. Come by, say hello, and grab what you need—we’re here to support you! Don’t miss it!

Safe Kids Day: Health and Wellness Fair 2026
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Oakland Coliseum, 7000 S Coliseum Wy, Oakland, CA, 94621, United States
Hively will be at the Oakland Coliseum once again this year in support of Safe Kids Day! This event focuses on promoting safety awareness and connecting families with helpful educational resources. Be sure to stop by the Hive on Wheels to take a picture with Honey and get the resources you need—from free diapers and wipes to books and clothes.

Livermore Library Music & Movement
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Livermore Civic Center Library, 1188 S Livermore Ave, Livermore, CA, 94550, United States
Join Hively at the Livermore Library! We’ll be at the 10 AM Music & Movement event in the parking lot, so be sure to stop by before or after the program. Stop by our table to receive free diapers, wipes, clothes, and books for your family. Need help with CalFresh? Our team can also provide an onsite prescreening and answer your questions. We hope to see you there!

Y el autismo, ¿qué tal?
2026-04-20 18:30 - 20:30
Comprender y validar el desarrollo del habla y del lenguaje en niños autistas.
Objetivos:
1. Mitos comunes e ideas falsas sobre el diagnóstico del sindrome del espectro autista
2. Estudiar y entender los cambios tras las décadas acerca de las prácticas de afirmación de la neurodiversidad
3. Temas actuales de investigaciones a nivel mundial
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Fairyland WOYC 2026
2026-04-17 09:30 - 14:30 | Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave, Oakland, CA, 94610, United States
This event marks one whole year of Hive on Wheels! We’ll have our usual resources available, including free diapers, wipes, children’s books, and clothing. Come celebrate with us, take a picture with Honey, and get the resources you need while you’re there!

Cómo Obtener una Licencia para Proveer Cuidado Infantil en el Hogar
2026-04-16 18:00 - 20:00
¿Te gustaría cuidar niños desde casa? Únete al equipo de Hively para obtener más información sobre cómo convertirte en un proveedor de cuidado infantil familiar con licencia.
Esta sesión se impartirá en español.
Jueves, 16 de abril, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM
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