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The City of Lake Charles is gearing up for Mardi Gras with a special Partners in Parks Mardi Gras Mask Making Workshop on Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 10 a.m. – noon, on the Ryan Street Plaza of Historic City Hall (1001 Ryan St.). Hosted in partnership with the Children’s Museum, this workshop is sure to get attendees in the Mardi Gras spirit as all the supplies needed to make colorful Mardi Gras masks will be available. In the event of inclement weather, the workshop will move inside, to the second floor of Historic City Hall. The workshop is free and open to the public to attend, while supplies last. For more information, call (337) 491-1280 or emails parks@cityoflc.us. **There will also be a “sensory time” for kids who need a little smaller crowd and quieter environment to enjoy our program! Sensory time is from 9:15-9:45am.**
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Early Childhood Inclusion

The Division for Early Childhood (DEC) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) have released a Joint Position Statement emphasizing the importance of early childhood inclusion. This concept advocates for the presence of young children with disabilities in all educational environments, ensuring their strengths are recognized and needs supported.

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MEDICAID OPEN ENROLLMENT 2025

Join Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana for a helpful training session to help you prepare for the Affordable Care Act & Medicaid Open Enrollment 2025. Wednesday, September 25, 2024: 12:00 PM

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The Power of People-First Language

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Volunteer Support Parent Training

Join Families Helping Families of Acadiana’s Acadiana Parent Connection for this free training to learn how to support parents of newly diagnosed children and become a Volunteer Support Parent.

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