Parenting Center Playroom Hours

Playroom Guidelines:  The safety of our young children is of utmost importance.  The Playroom equipment is restricted to ages 3 and under.  Children are to be supervised by an adult at all times when playing on the equipment.  Please do not bring food or beverage into the playroom area for the sake of  those children with food allergies.

Monday - Thursday  9:00am - 8:30pm
Friday:  9:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday:  9:00am - 1:00pm
Thank you for your cooperation

WORKSHOPS AND PLAYSHOPS
Full/Winter 2010

Sort It Out!

Did you ever stand in front of your closet full of clothing and swear that you have nothing to wear?  Or not know what you can wear with a specific article of clothing to make it look like the perfect outfit?  In today’s economy, women have come to realize that they don’t need a lot of clothes, they simply need the RIGHT clothes!  Wendy  Ballin, of Sort It Out, will talk about how to mix and match your wardrobe separates and how to make use of those items in your closet you just don’t know what to do with, all while saving you money and helping you to create new outfits. This workshop will also have a few real life “models” who will exhibit the results of her expertise.  As a follow up to this evening of fashion tips, Wendy can continue to work with you in your own home so that you can get the individual attention and expertise with your own specific wardrobe.

Thursday October 7, 2010
7:30pm – 8:30pm
Fee: $5/person
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Maximizing Your Child's Learning Potential  

Dr. Jane Petrozzino, Learning Consultant and Educational Therapist will facilitate this informative and crucial workshop for anyone who wants to understand the process of learning and how to enhance academic achievement for their children.  Whether your child is entering or in pre-school, elementary school, middle school or even older, it is never too late to foster educational development and improve your child’s ability to learn. Topics covered in this workshop include factors which affect learning, information processing, IQ and achievement testing, a discussion about specific learning disabilities, and strategies to enhance learning.  Dr. Petrozzino is considered one of 25 experts in the country in the field of dyslexia and learning disabilities.  This workshop is co-sponsored by the YM-YWHA of North Jersey and Chilton Memorial Hospital and will be held at the YM-YWHA of North Jersey , 1 Pike Drive , Wayne , NJ .  

Thursday October 21, 2010
7:30pm – 8:30pm
Fee: $5/person
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Letting Go Of Anger  

We all experience anger, but only when anger is managed in a healthy way can it be helpful.  Whether you are a new mom, a parent of young children or teenagers, or dealing with difficult and stressful times in your life, and experiencing new feelings of anger, resentment, and even rage, these feelings can be a signal when something is wrong and you need help to make positive changes.  Diane Lang, author of Baby Steps: The Path from Mother to Career, radio host, therapist, career counselor and Life Coach will share her expertise on helping women with this scary and sometimes out of control emotion. Women will learn how to recognize their anger as well as its sources, understand the different types of anger and its triggers, the consequences of both physical and emotional anger, and most importantly get helpful tips on how to let go of their unresolved anger, including the use of relaxation techniques and more.  This workshop is co-sponsored by the YM-YWHA of North Jersey and Chilton Memorial Hospital and will be held at the YM-YWHA of North Jersey , 1 Pike Drive , Wayne , NJ .  
 
Thursday November 18, 2010
7:30pm – 8:30pm
Fee: $5/person
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Early Intervention Transition to Preschool – A Family Workshop

Families with learn about the process of transitioning their child from the Early Intervention System to Special Education services under their local school district.  Joy Hammerman, Regional Family Support Coordinator of Helpful Hands, the Northeast Regional Early Intervention Collaborative, Inc. (NREIC) located in Wayne , will facilitate this informative and crucial workshop for parents and caretakers and answer any questions or concerns as well. She will discuss Early Intervention transition meetings, compare Early Intervention v. Preschool, review components of the federal law IDEA, the law that governs the school district, eligibility requirements for Preschool Special Education, registration requirements, parental rights, and offer many helpful hints and tips to simplify the transition process for the family and the special needs child.

Thursday, December 9, 2010
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Fee:  Free
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