BANANAS

BANANAS We connect parents with child care professionals, offer workshops, & advocate for childcare.

FACEBOOK: Mindfulness for Busy Parents and Teachers- Mindfulness offers a powerful approach to intentionally choosing ou...
04/22/2025

FACEBOOK: Mindfulness for Busy Parents and Teachers- Mindfulness offers a powerful approach to intentionally choosing our responses and emotions, especially during challenging situations. Learn how to introduce and model mindfulness to your children and students.

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/mindfulness/

Social Connections are an important factor in strengthening familiesParents need to take care of their emotional needs. ...
04/22/2025

Social Connections are an important factor in strengthening families
Parents need to take care of their emotional needs. Socializing with friends has a positive mental and even physical impact on a person.This discussion will help guide you on how to fit your parenting and social life together for positive parenting.

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/social-life/

Thank you to our Sponsors! UnPeeled, wouldn't be possible without your incredible generosity and support!bananasbunch.or...
04/21/2025

Thank you to our Sponsors! UnPeeled, wouldn't be possible without your incredible generosity and support!

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Thank you to our Sponsors! UnPeeled, wouldn't be possible without your incredible generosity and support!
04/21/2025

Thank you to our Sponsors! UnPeeled, wouldn't be possible without your incredible generosity and support!

Join center directors as we meet quarterly to discuss and connect about important topics regarding administration, staff...
04/21/2025

Join center directors as we meet quarterly to discuss and connect about important topics regarding administration, staffing, licensing requirements, and policies. We provide updates and resources in each meeting. Come and connect with other center directors!

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/directors-roundtable-7/

Do you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need? Do they ignore your requests or get easily upset making i...
04/21/2025

Do you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need? Do they ignore your requests or get easily upset making it hard to know how to respond? You’re not alone! Our children need clear parameters, the freedom to explore so they can learn from their mistakes and they need our unconditional love. Join the discussion with a supportive group of parents, about how to create a secure relationship with your child(ren).

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/supporting-challenging-behaviors/

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)! Click through! ➡️⁠⁠Here is our schedule for UnPeeled: ⁠⁠10 AM - 1PM: Bonita Bumblebee⁠10...
04/18/2025

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)! Click through! ➡️⁠
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Here is our schedule for UnPeeled: ⁠
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10 AM - 1PM: Bonita Bumblebee⁠
10:30 AM: Miss Molly Bubbles⁠
11:30 AM: BANANAS Graduation⁠
12:00 PM: Teddy Bear HipHop⁠
12:30 PM: Story Time Band⁠
1:00 PM: Peter Limata⁠
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We'd love to have you join us on April 26, 2025! RSVP: https://bananasbunch.org/unpeeled/

Are you thinking of opening your own family child care business? If so, this free workshop is for you! Join us to talk a...
04/15/2025

Are you thinking of opening your own family child care business? If so, this free workshop is for you! Join us to talk about how to become a licensed family child care provider. BANANAS is here to offer support at every step. This is a great chance to meet with an expert who can answer your questions and offer information to get you started. Please note that this does not replace the Community Care Licensing (CCL) Orientation. To pre-register for that orientation, call CCL at 510-622-2602 or register online at www.ccld.ca.gov in either English or Spanish.

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/opening-a-family-child-care-program-38/

All parents possess a wealth of cultural wisdom, which is reflected in family values. Many of us also carry generational...
04/14/2025

All parents possess a wealth of cultural wisdom, which is reflected in family values. Many of us also carry generational wounds that can hinder us from reaching our full potential. Participants will gain concrete tools to honor traditions, identify triggers, and heal past wounds. This will allow them to nurture healthier family dynamics and relationships.

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/parenting-with-generational-wisdom/

Do you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need? Do they ignore your requests or get easily upset making i...
04/14/2025

Do you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need? Do they ignore your requests or get easily upset making it hard to know how to respond? You’re not alone! Our children need clear parameters, the freedom to explore so they can learn from their mistakes and they need our unconditional love. Join the discussion with a supportive group of parents, about how to create a secure relationship with your child(ren).

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/supporting-challenging-behaviors-2/

Finding child care for your infant, toddler or preschooler is one of the most important decisions you will make as a par...
04/14/2025

Finding child care for your infant, toddler or preschooler is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. There are a lot of things to consider, such as cost, hours, and the type of child care that is best for your family. There are questions about the difference between a family child care provider, a child care center, and all the options available. We’ll discuss each type of care so you can connect with the right provider. We’ll also discuss how to screen and interview potential providers.

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/choosing-child-care-46/

04/11/2025

Oakland Alameda Access Project Construction starts Fall 2025 to improve travel for drivers, cyclists & pedestrians between I-880, I-980, and the Webster/Posey Tubes. Join an Open House to learn more OaklandAlamedaAccessProject.com

🥁Introducing the 2025 Unpeeled Lineup! 🥁The Story Time Band, Teddy Bear Hip Hop with Destiny Arts Center, Storytime with...
04/08/2025

🥁Introducing the 2025 Unpeeled Lineup! 🥁

The Story Time Band, Teddy Bear Hip Hop with Destiny Arts Center, Storytime with Mr. Limata, Miss Molly Bubbles, BANANAS Graduation, & STEAM activities brought to you by Bonita Bumblebee!

Free RSVP here: https://bananasbunch.org/donate/unpeeled/

🙌 Proud to be in community with these organizations! East Oakland, check out this upcoming community resource fair!
04/07/2025

🙌 Proud to be in community with these organizations! East Oakland, check out this upcoming community resource fair!

After a brief check-in, we’ll center, breathe, move and support one another. Modifications and suggestions for yoga prop...
04/04/2025

After a brief check-in, we’ll center, breathe, move and support one another. Modifications and suggestions for yoga props will be offered, and specific care needs during the postural movement portion of the class.

Register here: https://bananasbunch.org/event/baby-me-yoga-20/

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5232 Claremont Avenue
Oakland, CA
94618

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 12:30pm

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Parents & Child Care Professionals - We are here for You!

BANANAS mission is to partner with families and child care providers to raise happy, confident children. We offer child care referrals and resources to families with young children and child care professionals in the Northern Alameda County cities of Oakland, Berkeley, Albany, Piedmont, Emeryville, and Alameda. If you need assistance with paying for child care, call us at 510.658.7353 to see if you qualify for a subsidy program.

We welcome families and child care providers to sign up for our parent education classes, professional development trainings, and playgroups held here at BANANAS and out in the community. Sign up for sessions under Workshops & Trainings at https://bananasbunch.org/