Know Your Value: Marketing for Family Home Child Care Programs
2026-06-18 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Prospective Licensees, newly licensed and experienced Family Home Child Care Providers new to marketing strategies are invited to learn about creating a Marketing Plan that includes:
– Identifying the Benefits of Your Child Care Program
– Marketing within Your Community
– Marketing Online
– Short Term and Long Term Marketing Strategies
– Building Authentic Business Relationships
– Evaluating Your Successes and Challenges
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Participants who complete this training will receive a copy of Tom Copeland’s Marketing Guide in a digital or hard copy format.
CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Administration & Supervision
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours

Health and Safety Updates and Reminders
2026-06-20 09:30 - 12:30
Fighting Dirty: Health and Safety Updates and Reminders
This Health and Safety Training is a Quality Counts (QC) approved training.
Join Hively staff to review Health and Safety Best Practices in Your Child Care Program. Participants will discuss different strategies to reduce the spread of germs, implement proper personal care routines, and keep child care program environments clean and safe.
As time allows, additional topics may include:
· Emergency Preparedness
· Incidental Medical Services Plan
· Medication Administration
· Safe Sleep
· Proper Handwashing procedures
· Diapering/Toileting procedures
· Immunizations
· Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting
· Indoor/Outdoor environment safety
· Car Seat Safety
· Poison Prevention
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CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Health, Safety, and Nutrition
Check with your PGA to confirm that training counts as Professional Growth Hours

Story Time at the West Oakland Library
2026-06-23 10:30 - 12:30 | 1801 Adeline St, Oakland, CA 94607, 1801 Adeline St, Oakland, CA, 94607
Stop by the West Oakland Branch – Oakland Public Library for a fun outdoor Storytime with the Hive on Wheels! Enjoy a wonderful story with the librarians, then visit the Hive on Wheels to pick out a free book to take home—plus diapers, wipes, and clothing for your family.

How to Choose Child Care with Hively
2026-06-23 18:30 - 19:30
Join Hively as we discuss considerations when choosing childcare. When selecting care, we must consider quality, availability, and affordability. Our goal is to empower our families so that they are confident in making an informed childcare choice that meets the family’s needs.
In this session, we will:
1) Learn about the different types of childcare
2) Help families think about what they would like to see in a childcare program
3) Learn about parent rights
4) Learn how to access information about programs
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Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist Practices in ECE Part 1
2026-06-23 18:30 - 20:30
As service providers in the field of Early Care and Education (ECE), we all have a responsibility to actively seek to incorporate Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist practices into the work that we do with children and families. This is no easy task, but when we have the knowledge, tools, and commitment, we can make a difference.
Come join our intensive two-evening training to learn what it means to be Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist, learn easy practices to use in childcare settings, and learn how to navigate challenging conversations. This training is intended to be a conversation starter and position you to grow as an ECE Professional.
Training Objectives:
Define Anti Bias and Anti Racist
Identify simple ways to infuse Anti-Bias and Anti-racist practices in their work with children and families.
Utilize ways to create Anti-Bias Anti Racist environments for young children.
Apply strategies for having constructive conversations about the importance of Anti-Bias and Racist practices in Early Learning and Care environment (or services)
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Hively Book Club
2026-06-24 13:00 - 13:30
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.
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Conducting Better Business: Recordkeeping for Family Home Child Care Providers
2026-06-24 18:30 - 20:30
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.
Child Care Means Business 201, #3.
Participants who complete this training will receive a copy of Tom Copeland’s Record Keeping Guide in a digital or hard copy format.
REGISTER HERE
CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Administration & Supervision
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours

Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist Practices in ECE Part 2
2026-06-25 18:30 - 20:30
As service providers in the field of Early Care and Education (ECE), we all have a responsibility to actively seek to incorporate Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist practices into the work that we do with children and families. This is no easy task, but when we have the knowledge, tools, and commitment, we can make a difference.
Come join our intensive two-evening training to learn what it means to be Anti-Bias and Anti-Racist, learn easy practices to use in childcare settings, and learn how to navigate challenging conversations. This training is intended to be a conversation starter and position you to grow as an ECE Professional.
Training Objectives:
1.Define Anti Bias and Anti Racist
2. Identify simple ways to infuse Anti-Bias and Anti-racist practices in their work with children and families.
3. Utilize ways to create Anti-Bias Anti Racist environments for young children.
4. Apply strategies for having constructive conversations about the importance of Anti-Bias and Racist practices in Early Learning and Care environment (or services)
REGISTER HERE

Kidango’s Dad Fest
2026-06-26 13:00 - 18:00
We’re joining Kidango for their annual Dad Fest, where they’ve invited us to help celebrate the father figures who are part of their Head Start program.
The Hive on Wheels will be there with usual resources, including diapers, wipes, clothing, and books!
Please note that all attendees are required to RSVP in advance. The RSVP QR code can be found on the flyer or here.

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Hively Virtual Evening Office Hours
2026-06-29 18:30 - 20:30
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.
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CAPE Parent Meeting
2026-06-30 18:00 - 19:00 | 5650 Scenic Avenue in Livermore, California, 5650 Scenic Avenue, Livermore, CA, 94551
Hively will be attending CAPE’s Spring Parent Informational Meetings. While this event is primarily intended for families in the program, everyone is welcome to stop by the Hive on Wheels van to access helpful resources. We will be offering live CalFresh application pre-screenings, and we will also be giving away free diapers, wipes, clothes, and books.
Come join the fun and get the support and resources you need!

Insurance 101 for Family Home Child Care Providers
2026-06-30 18:30 - 20:30
Potential and recently licensed Family Home Child Care Providers are invited to join Hively staff to discuss business related risks of running a child care program and how insurance can help Family Child Care Providers reduce those risks.
Learning Objectives:
• Participants will learn about the various types of insurance that can help Family Home Child Care Providers reduce business related risks
• Participants will learn questions to ask before purchasing insurance
• Participants will learn about resources that can help guide them in determining their insurance needs
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CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Administration and Supervision
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours

Dublin Farmers Market: Parks & Rec Day
2026-07-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Emerald Glen Park, 4201 Central Parkway, Dublin, CA, 94568
Buzz on by the Dublin Farmers Market for Parks & Rec Day! Stop by the Hive on Wheels for FREE books, clothes, and diapers while supplies last. Enjoy music, bubbles, and a fun day at the market—we’d love to see you there!

Hively's Listening Session
2026-07-10 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.
Friday,10 July 2026
1:00pm-2:00pm
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Ohlone Flea Market
2026-07-11 08:00 - 17:00 | 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539, 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA, 94539
Swing by the Ohlone Flea Market to find great deals while also getting the support you need from the Hive on Wheels! We’ll be on-site offering free resources, including CalFresh prescreening, diapers, and a cute new outfit for your baby. Everything is free—stop by, connect with us, and take home what you need!

Owl's Landing Pop-Up
2026-07-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Owl’s Landing Apartments 860 Herman Ave, Livermore, CA 94551, 860 Herman Ave, Livermore, CA, 94551, United States
This event specifically targets members of the Owl’s Landing community but is open to the public. We will offer our regular services and resources, with a special focus on assisting families with CalFresh applications.

Valley Family Child Care Association of Alameda County Monthly Membership Meeting
2026-07-14 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

TCV Food Distribution
2026-07-15 10:30 - 12:00 | 39500 Liberty St, Fremont, CA 94537, 39500 Liberty St, Fremont, CA, 94537
The Hive on Wheels will be at the Fremont Family Resource Center in coordination with the TCV Food Bank + Mobile Pantry food distribution event. Swing by for assistance applying for CalFresh benefits. We will also have free diapers, wipes, childrens books and clothing!

Annual Newark Mariachi Festival & Resource Fair
2026-07-19 15:00 - 19:00 | Shirley Sisk Grove, 39270 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA, 94560
Hively will be at the Annual Newark Mariachi Festival & Resource Fair distributing free books, wipes, clothing, and diapers to families. The primary goal of the festival and resource fair is to connect families with the wide range of resources, programs, and services available throughout Alameda County. In addition to enjoying live mariachi performances and community activities, attendees can learn about valuable support services offered by local organizations.
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We look forward to seeing you there!

Opening Your Heart and Home to Children: How to Become a Licensed Family Home Child Care Provider
2026-07-21 18:30 - 20:30
This presentation will give prospective providers in Alameda County an understanding of the requirements to become a licensed child care provider. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the licensing process and how to meet requirements.
By the end of this presentation, attendees will be equipped with an understanding of the licensing process and feel empowered to take the first step to becoming child care business owners.
Learning Objectives:
1. Develop an understanding of the licensing process, application, and requirements
2. Understand the Child Care Initiative Project (CCIP) and how we can support your child care business endeavors
3. Develop an understanding of the child care ratio
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CCIP ECE Competencies Topic: Administration & Supervision
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours.

Hively's Book Club
2026-07-22 13:00 - 13:30

Oakland Summer Strolls
2026-07-24 16:00 - 20:00 | 9th Street, Oakland, CA, 9th Street, Oakland, CA
Hivey is excited to be part of the Oakland Summer Strolls this July! Come connect with us as we share resources with the Oakland community. There’ll be plenty to enjoy—cornhole, sports, live music, art, and just being together in community. We’ll have our usual resources available, so be sure to stop by and say hello.
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We’d love to see you there!

Pop-up with Livermore WIC & TVNPA
2026-07-27 15:00 - 17:00 | 164 N L St, Livermore, CA 94550, 164 N L St, Livermore, CA, 94550
Join Hively, TVNPA, and WIC for a Special Community Event! Enjoy a day filled with giveaways, resources, information, and support for families. The Hive on Wheels will be on site providing free diapers, wipes, clothing, and books. Need assistance with CalFresh? Our certified enrollment specialists will be available to help you apply, renew benefits, and answer your questions.
We look forward to connecting with you and your family!
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Creating Equitable Learning Environments for YOUNG Children
2026-07-28 18:30 - 20:30
Trainer: Dr. Crystal McClendon-Gourdine
This training is designed to empower and equip all early childhood educators who are seeking to build foundational knowledge, application and advocacy for all children especially children of color in their programs. Through personal exploration, study, and planning for enriched, equity-centered early childhood environments, participants learn basic tools to be more aware and culturally attuned. Participants will learn practical, equity-aligned practices into their work with children 0-5. This training consists of completing a virtual session that will engage with topics such as:
-Anti-Bias, Anti-Racist Practices Introduction
-Exclusionary Discipline
-Culturally Responsive Learning Environments
-Family Engagement
-Putting it All Together
Participants will have opportunities to gain an introductory understanding of:
1) Understand the concepts of Anti bias, Anti racism, Identity, Culture and Belonging
2) Comprehend the approaches to create and sustain equitable learning environments
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BACH Ohana Fair
2026-08-01 11:00 - 14:00 | 39500 Liberty Street, Fremont CA, 39500 Liberty Street, Fremont, CA
Join BACH for a day of health, fun, and community!
Meet local health experts, get free health screenings, enjoy live music, enter raffle drawings, and take part in activities for the whole family.
The Hive on Wheels will be there with free diapers, wipes, books, and clothes!
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VFCCA Family Fair
2026-08-01 13:00 - 20:00 | Sunday School Barn at Heritage Park, 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin, CA, 94568
Buzz on by the Hive on Wheels at VFCCA’s Free Family Fair! We’ll have free diapers, wipes, books, and clothes. Come learn about our services at this one-stop-shop event.
The Hive on Wheels will arrive at 4PM until 8PM. Don’t miss it out!
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National Night out at Madrone Terrace
2026-08-04 17:00 - 19:30 | Madrone Terrace, 16060 E 14th Street, San Leandro, CA, 94578
This special event is for Madrone Terrace residents!
Join us for an afternoon of food, refreshments, games, music, and more. The Hive on Wheels will be on site with our usual free resources, including diapers, wipes, clothing, and books for families. We look forward to seeing you there!

World Breastfeeding Celebration
2026-08-07 10:30 - 13:30 | 19501 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward CA 94541, 19501 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA, 94541
Join Alameda County WIC for our FREE World Breastfeeding Celebration!
Enjoy free diapers, raffles, snacks, music, and information about community programs. The Hive on Wheels will also be on site with resources and support for families. We hope you’ll join us for this fun community celebration and look forward to seeing you there!
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Back to School: Integrated Pest Management
2026-08-07 13:30 - 14:30
Participants will learn about:
• The requirements in California’s Healthy Schools Act
• Pests and Pesticides: the risks of pets and pesticides to children and the environment
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM): a safer approach to pest management.
This training meets the annual training requirement for IPM Coordinators, school staff, teachers, and volunteers using pesticides like disinfectants, sanitizers, insecticides, and weed killers. Participants may choose between Integrated Pest Management and Integrated Germ Management. Completing either one successfully meets the annual training requirement.
A certificate will be mailed to each participant successfully completing this training. To successfully complete this training and receive a certificate, participants must:
• Be signed in at 1:30pm
• be able to turn on audio and video from the device you are using
• actively engage in the entire training
REGISTER HERE
Family Home Child Care (FHCC) Providers are welcome to participate. FHCC Providers are exempt from the Healthy Schools Act.
ECE Competency Topic: Health, Safety, and Nutrition
Check with your PGA to confirm this training counts as Professional Growth Hours.

Measure C Year 1 Celebration
2026-08-07 18:30 - 21:30 | Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave, Oakland, CA, 94610, United States
Join First 5 for a community celebration marking the first year of Measure C investments!
Families, child care providers, community partners, and local dignitaries are invited to an evening of celebration and family-friendly activities in Oakland. Be sure to stop by the Hive on Wheels to receive free diapers, wipes, children’s clothing, and books while supplies last.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
