“We’re all in this together”

Join a Peapod Playroup! Connect with parents and children in your area. All Mono County expecting parents and families with children birth to six are invited to participate.

Coleville: Wednesdays, 5:00pm Walker Community Center, 116100 Hwy 395
January 11 — March 21 (except February 22) Dawn 530-510-7892 download flyer

Bridgeport: Thursdays, 10:30am Bridgeport Memorial Hall, 100 Sinclair Street
January 12 — March 22 (except February 23) Danielle 760-937-1126 download flyer

Lee Vining: Fridays, 11:00 Lee Vining Community Center, 296 Mattley Ave.
January 6 — March 23 (except February 17 and 24) Lara 760-914-2556 download flyer

Benton: Thursdays, 1:15 Ida Lynn Community Center, 58869 Hwy. 120
January 26 –April 12 (except March 22 and 29) Amy 760-933-2420 download flyer

Mammoth: Thursdays, 10:00am Mammoth Community Center, 1000 Forest Trail Rd.
January 26 — March 29 (except February 16) Jennifer 760-914-0810 download flyer

Mammoth Spanish: Sundays, 3:00 Mammoth Community Center, 1000 Forest Trail Rd.
January 8 — March 11 Lucero 603-504-5724 download flyer

Crowley Lake: Saturdays, 11:00am Crowley Community Center, 58 Pearson Rd.
November 19 — February 18 (except Nov. 26, and Dec. 3, 24 & 31) Kim 760-709-0220 download flyer

A chance for young children—and their parents—to play and socialize. Play mats, tunnels and tents give children a stimulating atmosphere to play with their peers, while parents get a much welcomed chance to chat with other parents about the joys and challenges of parenting.

Parent/child playgroups are offered to provide parents an opportunity to enhance their child’s social and emotional development through play. Just as importantly, social opportunities for parents are provided. When parents have an opportunity to talk with each other on a regular basis it can help them feel more connected, supported, and better able to cope with the challenges of parenting. Typical activities include arts and crafts, free play, and guest speakers on topics of interest to new parents. The playgroups meet weekly at the same time and place, enabling families to form a healthy habit of having fun together.

Common Questions:

How often and where do the playgroups meet?

Once a week for about an hour and in a comfortable and welcoming environment, such as a community center, library, or other location.

How much does it cost? The playgroups are free of charge for all families.

Who can attend?

The groups are geared toward parents with newborns, however all families with children ages prenatal to six are welcome. There are no qualifications for attending.

What else do the playgroups offer?

Parent Leaders are able to assist with other parenting-related needs, such as:

• Breastfeeding assistance (most Parent Leaders are trained lactation educators),
• Links to family friendly events and services,
• Links to others in your area who share similar interests,
• Funds to support the mental health needs of families, as requested.

Who leads the playgroups?

Specially trained Parent Leaders who work to help parents in their communities address challenges specific to parenting, and are interested in organizing fun, family-centered playgroups.

The Peapod Program is funded by a grant from the Mental Health Services Act, Innovation Funds, (Proposition 63), and administered by First 5 Mono County.