Having a child is an excuse to play, learn, and live, all over again. -Bristol

MEETUPS

Wednesday Babies Meetup
Wednesday afternoons, 3:30pm-5pm, FREE! (location varies)
3:30-4:30pm: Support circle for newborns & babies in arms
4-5pm: Support circle for crawlers & movers
The activities and locations vary, but the date and time stays the same. This is our promise to parents with new babies that you will have a consistent meetup to build your own village, meet other parents, get support and fun for you and the babe! Moms, dads and babies of all ages welcomed; no one turned away. Donations graciously accepted for snacks, refreshments, hosts and guest speakers.
*Working parents can join us later, but confirm ahead so we know when to expect you!
RSVP for the location each week, or follow instagram and facebook 

POT (Parents of Toddlers) Meetup
Monday mornings, 9am – 10:30am, FREE! (location varies)
Just like the Wednesday meetups above, but for parents of those active and energetic toddlers who do not sit still for a support group circle. We have a consistent meeting location, with special events on the last Monday of the month.

Partner Run&Coffee
First Saturday of the Month, 8-10:30am. FREE!
If you are a non-birther, partner, with a baby child, this event is for you! Every Saturday morning, grab your running shoes, your stroller, and your baby/toddler, and come on down. Meet other partners in the neighborhood, run together, and enjoy coffee/breakfast after. 
8am Meet
8:30am Run
9:30 – 10:30am COFFEE (Meetup just for coffee, or get your fix after the run)
email for route information

 

CLASSES

Kinspace Mama + Babe
Coming soon… Bristol will be teaching Kinspace curriculum in collaboration with Jenna Laski and Susan Bordon! Learn more and register at KinspaceSF.
First class held in Santa Monica, with future classes coming soon on the Eastside!

Sprout Santa Monica
1015 Montana Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90403

Now What? Family Play & Learn Brunch Series
Monthly Saturdays. 9am-10:30am. $250/family
Next Series: 2/20/16 – 3/12/16
You took childbirth class, had the baby, kept a newborn alive… Now what?
Join other new families for a 4-class series exploring parenthood and holistic child development through play, music and language. This is a community that focuses not only on the baby’s development, but also on providing support and friendships for the parents. Series culminates in a special event. Enrollment prices includes all parents, snacks, and alumni events.
Recommended for Families with kin of 4 months to 7 months old.
email for enrollment information

SPECIAL EVENTS

Baby Book Club: The ABCs of Early Literacy
Wednesday, Dec. 4
3-4:30pm
Join Bristol at the Wednesday Brunch with Babies, hosted by Jenn Levin of Modern Hypnotherapy. RSVP for the location and to confirm your spot (hosted at a private residence in Glendale).

PAST EVENTS

Happy, Healthy Kids! with First Light Ayurveda
Ayurveda for your child and family’s health, taught by Wendy Arneill, RN, Ayurveda practitioner, and mother.
Contact folksandkin@gmail.com for the next sponsored date.

 

Story Time + Fall Social at Pink Chicken NY
Thursday, September 10, 1-3pm.
1524 Montana Ave., Santa Monica 90403. FREE!
Giveaways, gift bags, and best of all – story time with Folks&Kin! This fun store has clothes for mama and girls, with gifts and books for the boys. We’ll be giving away store credit, gift bags, and awesome gifts from our friends Goldpresspaper and MintSunshine! RSVP to folksandkin@gmail.com, or judy@pinkchicken.com by Wednesday.