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Children's Bureau Centennial Commemoration
Mon., April 9, 2012
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Resource Fair for Community Providers
Wed., April 11, 2012
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

First 5 LA Commission Meeting
Thurs., April, 2012
1:30 - 4:30 p.m.

An Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder
Thurs., April 1, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

6th Annual Tools for Transformation Conference
Fri., April 13, 2012
Legislative Breakfast
7:30 a.m.
Sat., April 14, 2012
Conference
8 a.m.

Orientation to Floortime
Tues., April 14, 2012
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

FREE 2012 Income Tax Preparation and Family Assistance Service
Sat., April 14, 2012
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

CicLAvia
Sun., April 15, 2012
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

First 5 LA Panel Discussion: How Cuts to Early Childhood Education Programs Affect Children's Readiness for School
Fri., April 20, 2012
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

 

April 9, 2012
Eat Healthy, Grow Strong
Community Gardens - A Healthy Trend
Community gardens, which are gaining popularity, give urban families access to nutritious, fresh produce.
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Homegirl's Farm-to-Kitchen Program Inspires Healthy Eating
For Eat Healthy, Grow Strong, Best Start is spotlighting organizations that work to increase healthier food access. More »
Budget Brief
State Senate Considers Cuts to Children's Programs This Week
Committee members examine the impact of planned cuts to child care and other programs important to young kids. More »



Autism Awareness Month
Can Brain Scan Technology Lead to Early Diagnosis?
Early detection and treatment of autism spectrum disorders can mean earlier interventions and better outcomes.
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News and Announcements 
Expectant Fathers and Prenatal Care
Study finds that the better a father-to-be is prepared for a new arrival, the more healthy mom and baby will be.   More »

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