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SUMMARY:Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED
DESCRIPTION:August 26\, 2026\, 6:30-8:30pm-Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First AID/AED-$35- Participants will learn essential techniques\, including how high-quality CPR improves survival rates for children and infants\, and the concepts of the Chain of Survival. The training covers how to recognize when someone needs CPR\, perform CPR with assistance from bystanders\, and administer effective breaths using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups. Additionally\, you will learn how to use an AED on children and infants\, assist a choking child or infant\, understand Universal Precautions\, and properly remove gloves. The course will also address how to respond to heart attacks\, strokes\, difficulty breathing\, and common injuries and illnesses\, as well as the use of an epinephrine pen and controlling bleeding. \nThe training will be conducted in-person at SSBC\, located at 632 Village STE 1\, Shallotte\, NC 28470. The deadline for registration is August 24\, 2026\, at 5:00 PM. If you would like to schedule additional dates\, please reach out to Laura Travis-Ehart. Lehart@smartstartbrunswick.org \nPlease be aware of the SSBC policy regarding training credits. If you have signed up for a training session but cannot attend\, it is essential to contact the SSBC training staff by noon on the day of the session to receive credit for future training. Please note that we do not issue refunds; instead\, we provide credits that can be used for upcoming training sessions. SSBC appreciates your understanding!
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/heart-saver-pediatric-cpr-first-aid-aed-17/
LOCATION:Smart Start of Brunswick County – Shallotte Office\, 632 Village Rd. Suite 1\, Shallotte\, NC\, 28470\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn - Southport\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-southport-nc-3/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Southport Presbyterian Church\, 1025 East Moore Street\, Southport\, NC\, 28461
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
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SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007809-1786613400-1786618800@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20260608T230152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T150732Z
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SUMMARY:ITS/SIDS (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:August 12\, 2026\, 6:30-8:30pm–ITS/SIDS (Virtual)- This training session will focus on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and will cover various essential topics. Participants will learn to define SIDS\, identify external stressors and risk factors related to it\, and list the components of a Safe Sleep Policy. Additionally\, the training will explain how North Carolina Child Care regulations and best practices support infant sleep safety and help minimize the risk of SIDS and suffocation. Participants will also be provided with guidelines for responding to unresponsive infants and managing situations involving SIDS deaths in childcare settings.  The training will take place via Zoom and costs $10 for 2 credit hours. Please note that the registration deadline is August 5\, 2026\, at 5 PM. \nPlease be aware of the SSBC policy regarding training credits. If you have signed up for a training session but cannot attend\, it is essential to contact the SSBC training staff by noon on the day of the session to receive credit for future training. Please note that we do not issue refunds; instead\, we provide credits that can be used for upcoming training sessions. SSBC appreciates your understanding!
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/its-sids-virtual-16/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007808-1786008600-1786014000@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T110000
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UID:10007807-1785403800-1785409200@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T213936Z
UID:10008310-1785348000-1785357000@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED
DESCRIPTION:July 29\, 2026\, 6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED – $35. Participants will learn essential techniques\, including how high-quality CPR improves survival rates for children and infants\, and the concepts of the Chain of Survival. The training covers how to recognize when someone needs CPR\, perform CPR with assistance from bystanders\, and administer effective breaths using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups. Additionally\, you will learn how to use an AED on children and infants\, assist a choking child or infant\, understand Universal Precautions\, and properly remove gloves. The course will also address how to respond to heart attacks\, strokes\, difficulty breathing\, and common injuries and illnesses\, as well as the use of an epinephrine pen and controlling bleeding. \nThe training will be conducted in-person at SSBC\, located at 632 Village STE 1\, Shallotte\, NC 28470. The deadline for registration is July 23\, 2026\, at 5:00 PM. If you would like to schedule additional dates\, please reach out to Laura Travis-Ehart. Lehart@smartstartbrunswick.org \nPlease be aware of the SSBC policy regarding training credits. If you have signed up for a training session but cannot attend\, it is essential to contact the SSBC training staff by noon on the day of the session to receive credit for future training. Please note that we do not issue refunds; instead\, we provide credits that can be used for upcoming training sessions. SSBC appreciates your understanding!
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/heart-saver-pediatric-cpr-first-aid-aed-16/
LOCATION:Smart Start of Brunswick County – Shallotte Office\, 632 Village Rd. Suite 1\, Shallotte\, NC\, 28470\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
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UID:10007806-1784799000-1784804400@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007805-1784194200-1784199600@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T110000
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SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20260608T221800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T222501Z
UID:10008309-1783535400-1783542600@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:ITS/SIDS (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:July 08\, 2026\, 6:30-8:30pm–ITS/SIDS (Virtual)- This training session will focus on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and will cover various essential topics. Participants will learn to define SIDS\, identify external stressors and risk factors related to it\, and list the components of a Safe Sleep Policy. Additionally\, the training will explain how North Carolina Child Care regulations and best practices support infant sleep safety and help minimize the risk of SIDS and suffocation. Participants will also be provided with guidelines for responding to unresponsive infants and managing situations involving SIDS deaths in childcare settings.  The training will take place via Zoom and costs $10 for 2 credit hours. Please note that the registration deadline is July 1\, 2026\, at 5 PM. \n  \nPlease be aware of the SSBC policy regarding training credits. If you have signed up for a training session but cannot attend\, it is essential to contact the SSBC training staff by noon on the day of the session to receive credit for future training.   Please note that we do not issue refunds; instead\, we provide credits that can be used for upcoming training sessions. SSBC appreciates your understanding!
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/its-sids-virtual-15/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007803-1782984600-1782990000@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007802-1782379800-1782385200@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20260519T115535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T115651Z
UID:10008048-1781807400-1781814600@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:ITS-SIDS (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this training is to introduce infant/toddler safe sleep guidelines and provide standardized training around ways to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome in childcare.
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/its-sids-in-person-5/
LOCATION:Smart Start of Brunswick County – Bolivia Office\, 926 Old Ocean Hwy Unit C\, Bolivia\, NC\, 28422\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007801-1781775000-1781780400@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20260317T194710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T201754Z
UID:10008043-1781719200-1781728200@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Heart Saver Pediatric CPR
DESCRIPTION:June 17th\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm: Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED – $35 Participants will learn techniques of CPR/First Aid -Describe how high-quality CPR improves survival (Child-Infant) -Explain the concepts of the chain of survival-Recognize when someone needs CPR-Describe how to perform CPR with help from other bystanders-Give effective breaths by using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups-Use a AED on an Child and Infant-Help a choking child-infant-Universal Precautions-Removing Gloves-Heart Attack\, Stroke\, difficulty breathing and common injuries and common illnesses-Use epinephrine pen-Control Bleeding. The training will be held in-person at: SSBC. 632 Village STE 1\, Shallotte NC\, 28470. Deadline: June 12th\, 2026\, at 5:00pm.   \nSchedule additional dates upon request please reach out to Laura Travis- Ehart Lehart@smartstartbrunswick.org \n 
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/heart-saver-pediatric-cpr-3/
LOCATION:Smart Start of Brunswick County – Shallotte Office\, 632 Village Rd. Suite 1\, Shallotte\, NC\, 28470\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007800-1781170200-1781175600@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20260317T193942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T194002Z
UID:10008042-1781116200-1781123400@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Gentle De-Escalation Strategies (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:June 10th\, 2026\, 6:30-8:30pm-Gentle De-Escalation Strategies:-$10 The participants will learn techniques on gentle de-escalation strategies for children: Stay calm and ground yourself\, Lower Voice & Slow Body. Acknowledge the feeling first\, reduce demands during big emotions\, Acknowledge the Feeling first\, offer space without abandonment\, use simple reassuring words\, model calm coping skills\, focus on safety not compliance reconnect after the storm\, classroom application scenarios\, building regulation-supportive classroom\, common mistakes to avoid\, reflection & action plan. $10–2 Credit Hours. The training will be held in-person at: SSBC. 632 Village STE 1\, Shallotte NC\, 28470. Deadline: June 4 \, 2026\, at 5:00pm.  
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/gentle-de-escalation-strategies-in-person/
LOCATION:Smart Start of Brunswick County – Shallotte Office\, 632 Village Rd. Suite 1\, Shallotte\, NC\, 28470\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007799-1780565400-1780570800@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007798-1779960600-1779966000@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007797-1779355800-1779361200@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195003
CREATED:20260317T153800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T123055Z
UID:10008039-1779301800-1779309000@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:ITS/SIDS (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:May 20th\, 2026 6:30-8:30pm-ITS-SIDS (Virtual) $10-Learn to define Sudden Infant Death Syndrome\, identify external stressors\, and risk factors\, list the components of a Safe Sleep Policy\, understand how the NC Child Care regulations and best practices support infant sleep safety and help to reduce the risk of SIDS and suffocation\, list procedures for responding to an unresponsive infant as well as SIDS death in childcare.  Training will be held Via Zoom. 2 Credit Contact hours. The registration deadline is May 13\, 2026\, at 5:00pm.
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/its-sids-virtual-13/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195004
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007796-1778751000-1778756400@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195004
CREATED:20260317T152754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T121957Z
UID:10008038-1778697000-1778704200@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:From Bottle Caps to Big Ideas: Exploring Loose Parts Play in Early Childhood Environments
DESCRIPTION:May 13th\, 2026\, 6:30-8:30 p.m.- From Bottle Caps to Big Ideas: Exploring Loose Parts Play in Early Childhood Environments – In Person (Bolivia) How can everyday objects inspire big learning? In this hands-on training\, participants will explore loose parts play and discover how simple materials can support creativity\, problem solving\, and exploration for children who are birth to five. $10–2 Credit Hours \nThe training will be held in-person at: SSBC: 926 Old Ocean Highway\, Unit C Bolivia\, NC 28422. Deadline: May 6th\, 2026\, at 5:00pm.
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/from-bottle-caps-to-big-ideas-exploring-loose-parts-play-in-early-childhood-environments/
LOCATION:Smart Start of Brunswick County – Bolivia Office\, 926 Old Ocean Hwy Unit C\, Bolivia\, NC\, 28422\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195004
CREATED:20260317T163931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T124850Z
UID:10008040-1778695200-1778704200@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Heart Saver Pediatric CPR
DESCRIPTION:May 13th\, 2026\, 6:00-8:30 p.m. – Heart Saver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED – $35 Participants will learn techniques of CPR/First Aid -Describe how high-quality CPR improves survival (Child-Infant) -Explain the concepts of the chain of survival-Recognize when someone needs CPR-Describe how to perform CPR with help from other bystanders-Give effective breaths by using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups-Use a AED on an Child and Infant-Help a choking child-infant-Universal Precautions-Removing Gloves-Heart Attack\, Stroke\, difficulty breathing and common injuries and common illnesses-Use epinephrine pen-Control Bleeding. The training will be held in-person at: SSBC. 632 Village STE 1\, Shallotte NC\, 28470. Deadline: May 8th\, 2026\, at 5:00pm.   \nSchedule additional dates upon request please reach out to Laura Travis- Ehart Lehart@smartstartbrunswick.org
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/heart-saver-pediatric-cpr/
LOCATION:Smart Start of Brunswick County – Shallotte Office\, 632 Village Rd. Suite 1\, Shallotte\, NC\, 28470\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195004
CREATED:20260423T144342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T114502Z
UID:10008047-1778524200-1778531400@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:ITS/SIDS (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:May 11th\, 2026 6:30-8:30pm-ITS-SIDS (Virtual) $10-Learn to define Sudden Infant Death Syndrome\, identify external stressors\, and risk factors\, list the components of a Safe Sleep Policy\, understand how the NC Child Care regulations and best practices support infant sleep safety and help to reduce the risk of SIDS and suffocation\, list procedures for responding to an unresponsive infant as well as SIDS death in childcare.  Training will be held Via Zoom. 2 Credit Contact hours. The registration deadline is May 07\, 2026\, at 5:00pm.
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/its-sids-virtual-14/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195004
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007795-1778146200-1778151600@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195004
CREATED:20251215T131514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T165729Z
UID:10007794-1777541400-1777546800@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Ash\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Kaleidoscope Play and Learn (KPL) is a FREE guided play group for children 0-5 years old and the people who take care of them. Parents\, grandparents\, other family members or family friends are invited to attend. For more information\, please call or email Lynn at 910-754-3166 (Option #4) or lhebertsmith@smartstartbrunswick.org \nFamilies are asked to complete a registration form. This can be done in advance or on-site. \nDownload registration form here: Click here for English  Click here for Español
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/kaleidoscope-play-learn-ash-nc-2/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Longwood Baptist Church\, 2530 Longwood Rd\, NW\, Ash\, 28420
CATEGORIES:Play Groups & Parent Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195004
CREATED:20260317T150515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T121153Z
UID:10008037-1777487400-1777494600@www.smartstartbrunswick.org
SUMMARY:Strong Teachers\, Strong Classrooms: Community Resilience Model (CRM)
DESCRIPTION:April 29th\, 2026\, 6:30-8:30pm: Early childhood educators give so much of themselves each day so this training focuses on supporting you. Learn simple\, science-based resilience skills from the Community Resilience Model (CRM) that help regulate stress\, build well-being\, and create calmer\, more connected classrooms. When educators are in their zone and supported\, children thrive. $10–2 Credit Hours The training will be held in-person at: SSBC-926 Old Ocean Highway\, Unit C Bolivia\, NC 28422 Deadline: April 22nd\, 2026\, at 5:00pm.
URL:https://www.smartstartbrunswick.org/event/strong-teachers-strong-classrooms-community-resilience-model-crm/
LOCATION:Smart Start of Brunswick County – Bolivia Office\, 926 Old Ocean Hwy Unit C\, Bolivia\, NC\, 28422\, United States
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