BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Children's Council of Watauga County - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Children's Council of Watauga County X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Children's Council of Watauga County REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTSTAMP:20260806T185450Z CREATED:20260804T181957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T185450Z UID:10000585-1785974400-1786060799@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Registration is Open: Building Sweet Futures Gingerbread Competition 2026 DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for anyone wishing to compete in this year’s ‘Building Sweet Futures’ Gingerbread competition. Winners of each category receive a cash prize\, trophy\, and local fame!\nCompetitor Categories:\n– Child (ages 0-9) –\n– Youth (ages 10-18) –\n– Adult (ages 18+) –\n– Professional\nCLICK TO ENTER\nRegistration is open through November 15th and entries must be delivered on 11/30/2026. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/registration-is-open-building-sweet-futures-gingerbread-competion-2026/ LOCATION:https://secure.qgiv.com/for/buildingsweetfuturessponsorship CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T123000 DTSTAMP:20260804T182449Z CREATED:20260110T013831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T182449Z UID:10000198-1785929400-1785933000@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:The Postpartum Circle DESCRIPTION:The Postpartum Circle is open to parents who are pregnant or with babies up to the age of 18 months. This includes biological and adoptive parents. We offer a nonjudgmental\, supportive environment for you to share your experience\, strengthen coping strategies for mental health and wellness\, and connect with other families. This group meets in person every Wednesday from 11:30-12:30 PM at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The group is free. and childcare and lunch are provided! Contact Sophie for more information at sophierudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/the-postpartum-circle-27/ LOCATION:Boone Unitarian Universalist (381 E King St\, Boone\, NC 28607\, United States) CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T120000 DTSTAMP:20260802T181105Z CREATED:20260720T150830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T181105Z UID:10000480-1785753000-1785758400@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-49/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T191500 DTSTAMP:20260730T174007Z CREATED:20260720T150830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T174007Z UID:10000479-1785432600-1785438900@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-46/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260726T164054Z CREATED:20260720T150829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T164054Z UID:10000478-1785148200-1785153600@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-48/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T191500 DTSTAMP:20260723T155607Z CREATED:20260720T150829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T155607Z UID:10000477-1784827800-1784834100@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-40/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T120000 DTSTAMP:20260720T150830Z CREATED:20260720T150829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T150830Z UID:10000476-1784543400-1784548800@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-47/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T163000 DTSTAMP:20260703T071258Z CREATED:20260526T201312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T071258Z UID:10000387-1783067400-1783096200@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Office Closed DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Council office will be closed in observance of Independence Day! URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/office-closed/ CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260629T062802Z CREATED:20251110T205534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T062802Z UID:10000099-1782729000-1782734400@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-33/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T191500 DTSTAMP:20260625T052609Z CREATED:20251110T205534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T052609Z UID:10000098-1782408600-1782414900@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-33/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T123000 DTSTAMP:20260624T051711Z CREATED:20260110T013830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T051711Z UID:10000196-1782300600-1782304200@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:The Postpartum Circle DESCRIPTION:The Postpartum Circle is open to parents who are pregnant or with babies up to the age of 18 months. This includes biological and adoptive parents. We offer a nonjudgmental\, supportive environment for you to share your experience\, strengthen coping strategies for mental health and wellness\, and connect with other families. This group meets in person every Wednesday from 11:30-12:30 PM at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The group is free. and childcare and lunch are provided! Contact Sophie for more information at sophierudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/the-postpartum-circle-26/ LOCATION:Boone Unitarian Universalist (381 E King St\, Boone\, NC 28607\, United States) CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T010146Z CREATED:20251110T205533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T010146Z UID:10000096-1782124200-1782129600@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-32/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T191500 DTSTAMP:20260614T044316Z CREATED:20251110T205533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T044316Z UID:10000095-1781803800-1781810100@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-32/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T123000 DTSTAMP:20260614T044316Z CREATED:20260110T013829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T044316Z UID:10000194-1781695800-1781699400@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:The Postpartum Circle DESCRIPTION:The Postpartum Circle is open to parents who are pregnant or with babies up to the age of 18 months. This includes biological and adoptive parents. We offer a nonjudgmental\, supportive environment for you to share your experience\, strengthen coping strategies for mental health and wellness\, and connect with other families. This group meets in person every Wednesday from 11:30-12:30 PM at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The group is free. and childcare and lunch are provided! Contact Sophie for more information at sophierudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/the-postpartum-circle-25/ LOCATION:Boone Unitarian Universalist (381 E King St\, Boone\, NC 28607\, United States) CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T120000 DTSTAMP:20260614T044316Z CREATED:20251110T205533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T044316Z UID:10000093-1781519400-1781524800@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-31/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T191500 DTSTAMP:20260611T040757Z CREATED:20251110T205533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T040757Z UID:10000092-1781199000-1781205300@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-31/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T123000 DTSTAMP:20260610T034104Z CREATED:20260110T013828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T034104Z UID:10000192-1781091000-1781094600@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:The Postpartum Circle DESCRIPTION:The Postpartum Circle is open to parents who are pregnant or with babies up to the age of 18 months. This includes biological and adoptive parents. We offer a nonjudgmental\, supportive environment for you to share your experience\, strengthen coping strategies for mental health and wellness\, and connect with other families. This group meets in person every Wednesday from 11:30-12:30 PM at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The group is free. and childcare and lunch are provided! Contact Sophie for more information at sophierudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/the-postpartum-circle-24/ LOCATION:Boone Unitarian Universalist (381 E King St\, Boone\, NC 28607\, United States) CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T120000 DTSTAMP:20260608T031554Z CREATED:20251110T205532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T031554Z UID:10000090-1780914600-1780920000@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-30/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T191500 DTSTAMP:20260604T012933Z CREATED:20251110T205532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T012933Z UID:10000089-1780594200-1780600500@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-30/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T123000 DTSTAMP:20260603T011755Z CREATED:20260110T013827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T011755Z UID:10000190-1780486200-1780489800@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:The Postpartum Circle DESCRIPTION:The Postpartum Circle is open to parents who are pregnant or with babies up to the age of 18 months. This includes biological and adoptive parents. We offer a nonjudgmental\, supportive environment for you to share your experience\, strengthen coping strategies for mental health and wellness\, and connect with other families. This group meets in person every Wednesday from 11:30-12:30 PM at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The group is free. and childcare and lunch are provided! Contact Sophie for more information at sophierudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/the-postpartum-circle-23/ LOCATION:Boone Unitarian Universalist (381 E King St\, Boone\, NC 28607\, United States) CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T120000 DTSTAMP:20260601T004149Z CREATED:20251110T205532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T004149Z UID:10000087-1780309800-1780315200@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-29/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T191500 DTSTAMP:20260528T204456Z CREATED:20251110T205532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T204456Z UID:10000086-1779989400-1779995700@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-29/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T123000 DTSTAMP:20260526T201305Z CREATED:20260110T013826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T201305Z UID:10000188-1779881400-1779885000@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:The Postpartum Circle DESCRIPTION:The Postpartum Circle is open to parents who are pregnant or with babies up to the age of 18 months. This includes biological and adoptive parents. We offer a nonjudgmental\, supportive environment for you to share your experience\, strengthen coping strategies for mental health and wellness\, and connect with other families. This group meets in person every Wednesday from 11:30-12:30 PM at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The group is free. and childcare and lunch are provided! Contact Sophie for more information at sophierudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/the-postpartum-circle-21/ LOCATION:Boone Unitarian Universalist (381 E King St\, Boone\, NC 28607\, United States) CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T120000 DTSTAMP:20260524T205804Z CREATED:20260512T173419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T205804Z UID:10000359-1779705000-1779710400@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-28/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T191500 DTSTAMP:20260521T201000Z CREATED:20260512T173417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T201000Z UID:10000358-1779384600-1779390900@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-28/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T123000 DTSTAMP:20260519T194709Z CREATED:20260512T173417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T194709Z UID:10000357-1779276600-1779280200@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:The Postpartum Circle DESCRIPTION:The Postpartum Circle is open to parents who are pregnant or with babies up to the age of 18 months. This includes biological and adoptive parents. We offer a nonjudgmental\, supportive environment for you to share your experience\, strengthen coping strategies for mental health and wellness\, and connect with other families. This group meets in person every Wednesday from 11:30-12:30 PM at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. The group is free. and childcare and lunch are provided! Contact Sophie for more information at sophierudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/the-postpartum-circle-19/ LOCATION:Boone Unitarian Universalist (381 E King St\, Boone\, NC 28607\, United States) CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T193000 DTSTAMP:20260518T193146Z CREATED:20260110T013824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T193146Z UID:10000179-1779123600-1779132600@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Incredible Years - Preschool Class DESCRIPTION:Parenting isn’t easy. But with the right tools\, it can be incredible! Join us for this 14-week parenting class we talk about how to handle misbehavior and discipline\, establish routines and boundaries\, enhance school readiness\, and more – so you can get the most out of these years with your child.\nRegister today using the link below or contact jessica@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information.\nhttps://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=vC0xPu1iIEimxEzygSsSZqZ3Jie46ExLg5GR-D0V4XxUQUQ0QlBCMU03MTkwWlQyUk1YODJDR0JINi4u&route=shorturl&fbclid=IwY2xjawPM83xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjcElPVTdlak9ET0gzaFVyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlRK_232_PSnLa3WrI2MtfbCk-eHBQ17K9j49zrlmlB_5Pzv7IoMZ2QxJ0m8_aem_XU_zA_W-2L1st9WpIkbYDw URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/incredible-years-preschool-class-15/ LOCATION:Children’s Council of Watauga County; Conference Room CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T120000 DTSTAMP:20260517T192102Z CREATED:20251110T205531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T192102Z UID:10000081-1779100200-1779105600@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Babes on Blankets DESCRIPTION:Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets\, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges\, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week\, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys\, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones too. Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am – 12 pm at the Children’s Playhouse. For more information and/or to register\, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children’s Council at (828) 262-5424. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/babes-on-blankets-27/ LOCATION:The Children’s Playhouse CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T183000 DTSTAMP:20260515T184214Z CREATED:20260212T214027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T184214Z UID:10000226-1778857200-1778869800@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Spring Fling 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us in welcoming the warmer weather at our annual Spring Fling event from 3pm – 6:30pm at the tot lot playground in Boone. Bounce house\, cotton candy\, fun food trucks\, playtime and free snacks and giveaways. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/spring-fling-2026/ LOCATION:Tot Lot Playground boone nc CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T191500 DTSTAMP:20260514T182545Z CREATED:20251110T205531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T182545Z UID:10000080-1778779800-1778786100@thechildrenscouncil.org SUMMARY:Elevated Dads DESCRIPTION:This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts\, questions\, and concerns while building their community. This Circle of Parents group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!\nThe group is held on site at the Children’s Council on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:15PM. Email us at info@thechildrenscouncil.org for more information. URL:https://thechildrenscouncil.org/event/elevated-dads-27/ LOCATION:The Children’s Council (Conference Rm) – 225 Birch St CATEGORIES:Family Calendar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR