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Resources, Events, Programs and more in Lane County for Ages 3-4

Kids ages 3 to 4 are full of energy, big feelings, and are learning to do more on their own. During this time, they learn how to play with others, get ready for school, and feel good about themselves. Here are some free or low-cost programs, events, and resources to help your family during this fun stage.

Connect with Other Families

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Meet Other Parents

Parent and Community Cafes

Connect and share experiences with other parents and caregivers on the parenting journey.

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Meet Other Parents

Families Connected Parent Coffee Meet Up

Parents raising children with intellectual and developmental disabilities to meet and connect with other parents.

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Find Free or Low-Cost Services & Supplies

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Family Relief Nursery

Early intervention that nurtures children, supports families, and helps parents build confidence.

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Oregon Community Programs

Supports families with behavioral health services, parent education, counseling, and support groups.

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FREE preschool and child care options are available through Head Start and Preschool Promise for eligible families.

Local Events for Families

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EUGENE METRO

Fall Family Festival 2026

Sun. Oct. 4th, 2026
1:00pm

Emerald Park

  • 0-6+
  • Free
EUGENE METRO

Fall Playdates at Adventure! Children’s Museum

Thu. Oct. 15th, 2026
9:00am

Adventure! Children’s Museum

  • 0-4
  • Free
EUGENE METRO

Fall Playdates at Adventure! Children’s Museum

Thu. Nov. 19th, 2026
9:00am

Adventure! Children’s Museum

  • 0-4
  • Free
EUGENE METRO

Nature Walk at Mt. Pisgah

Sat. Dec. 12th, 2026
10:00am

Mt. Pisgah

  • 0-6+
  • In English
  • Free

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CLASSES & GROUPS

Parenting through Change (PTC) group

Oregon Community Programs

  • Eugene, OR
  • July 14 - Sept. 15, 2026
    5:30pm - 7:00pm
  • In Person

Hands-on group builds hope, confidence, and parenting skills to manage child behavior and strengthen families.

CLASSES & GROUPS

Triple P: Positive Parenting Program

Parenting Now

  • Virtual
  • Self-paced courses

Positive Parenting Program that builds skills and confidence to handle challenges and strengthen family relationsh…

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Thrilling THREEs

Parenting Now

  • Eugene, OR
  • Waitlist
    TBA

Group for parents of 3‑year‑olds to understand development and use warm, firm discipline with confidence.

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Make Parenting A Pleasure

Parenting Now

  • Virtual
  • TBA
    TBA

12‑week group for parents of children 0–8 to manage stress, build positive discipline skills, and connect.

More Ways to Learn & Grow with Your Kids

Get ready for kindergarten!

Kids in Transition to School (KITS) is free and helps kids and families get ready to start kindergarten! Kids ages 4-6 meet in person with virtual and in person options for parents.

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Help your child fall in love with reading.

When you read to your child and have books at home, you are setting your child up for future success at school!

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Get free books, monthly!

Get a free book each month until your child turns 5 with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

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Parenting Blog

Choosing a Child Care Program

AGES 3-4

Choosing a Child Care Program

For parents, finding the right child care program for your family is an important decision. Here are important things to consider when choosing where to enroll your child or children.

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Supporting Resilience Every Day

AGES 3-4

Supporting Resilience Every Day

Our routines, relationships with other people, and perspectives on life all influence our wellbeing. When we share these parts of our lives with kids, we help them build resilience. Resilience

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