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10.01.2025

October 2025 Community Events and Trainings

Partners throughout the state host a variety of community events and trainings designed to engage families, provide valuable resources, and promote early childhood development. From workshops and educational sessions to fun, interactive activities for kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

All of the events and trainings provided below are offered at no cost to participants. Some partners offer additional trainings which may charge a fee to participants. Click the links below to learn more or to register for the events and trainings. You can also visit the Parent Training and Education page on the First 5 Nevada website to learn more about training programs and other resources.

Check back often or bookmark this page – this article is updated throughout the month to add new events, trainings and information!

All Month – Clark County’s Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting a number of Halloween events for families, kids and ghouls of all ages! Click here to see a complete list of event dates, times and locations.

Wednesday, October 1^st

• The Children’s Cabinet – I’m Ready for K! – 9:30am to 10:30am
  • Location – NORTH LAS VEGAS – Aliante Library – 2400 Deer Springs Way, North Las Vegas, NV 89084
  • I'm Ready for K Sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

Thursday, October 2^nd  

• Family2Family Connection Workshop – 10:30am to 1:00pm
  • Location – LAS VEGAS – Family2Family Connection, 3900 Cambridge St, Ste 108, Las Vegas, NV
  • Interactive workshop hosted by Family2Family Connection, designed to support families with young children through learning, connection, and hands-on activities.
  • Walk ins are welcome, but families are encouraged to print and fill out paperwork before their first class.
  • Click here to learn more.

• Minden Elementary School Health Fair – 3:30pm to 5:30pm
  • Location – MINDEN – Minden Elementary School, 1170 Baler St., Minden, NV
  • School health fair offering resources, activities, and wellness information for students, families, and the community.
  • Click here to learn more.

Saturday, October 4^th 

• First 5 Nevada Early Childhood Screening & Resource Fair – 10:00am to 1:00pm
  • Location – RENO – Boys & Girls Club, 1090 Bresson Ave., Reno, NV 89502
  • This event will feature no cost screenings, vaccinations, and a wide range of community resources for families with young children.
  • The event will include fun activities, giveaways and raffle prizes!
  • Click here to learn more and register for the event.

• Multicultural Bookstore Community Book Fair – 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm
  • Location – LAS VEGAS – Multicultural Bookstore, 2027 Revere St, Las Vegas, NV 89106
  • Celebrate literacy and culture at this community book fair featuring books, activities, and family-friendly fun. Come out to meet local authors, be inspired by spoken word, and learn about resources available in the community. Crafts for the kids, raffle prizes and more!
  • Click here to learn more.

• REACH Binational Health Week Event – 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
  • Location – LAS VEGAS – East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N Eastern Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101
  • Free health screenings include blood pressure, glucose, vision, dental and more. Immunizations will be available, including flu vaccines. Medical insurance, women's health, nutrition and mental health resources will be available. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with valuable resources and take charge of your health.
  • Click here to learn more.

Tuesday, October 7^th

• The Children’s Cabinet – I’m Ready for K! – 11:00am to 12:00pm
  • Location – NORTH LAS VEGAS – Alexandar Library – 1755 W. Alexander Road, North Las Vegas, NV 89032
  • I'm Ready for K Sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

Wednesday, October 8^th

• The Children’s Cabinet – I’m Ready for K! – 9:30am to 10:30am
  • Location – NORTH LAS VEGAS – Aliante Library – 2400 Deer Springs Way, North Las Vegas, NV 89084
  • I'm Ready for K Sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

• Family Health Festival – 3:00pm to 6:00pm
  • Location – RENO – Neil Road Recreation Center – 3925 Neil Road, Reno, NV
  • Free health services, community resources, food resources, and more provided for the whole family!
  • Click here to learn more.

Thursday, October 9^th

• The Children’s Cabinet – Soluciones Positivas Pare las Familias: El Comportamiento Tiene Significado – 6:00pm to 7:30pm
  • Location – STATEWIDE - Online
  • Las sesiones de Soluciones Positivas para Familias están diseñadas para ayudar a los padres a promover las habilidades sociales y emocionales de sus hijos, entender sus comportamientos desafiantes y utilizar enfoques positivos para ayudar a los niños a aprender comportamientos apropiados. Cada sesión proporcionará a los padres información general sobre las estrategias clave que pueden utilizarse con todos los niños.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

• Newton Care Collaborative Special Needs Resource Fair – 9:00am to 1:00pm
  • Location – RENO – National Automobile Museum – 1 Museum Drive, Reno, NV
  • Join us for a fun-filled Free Admission Day at the National Automobile Museum — a community celebration packed with family activities, entertainment, resources, and more!
  • Face painting, balloon twisting, popcorn station, meet characters, Coco movie screening and more!
  • Click here to learn more from the event sponsor, National Automobile Museum.

Saturday, October 11^th

• Step Up for Kids
  • Location –LAS Vegas – Pearson Community Center – 1625 W. Carey Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89106
  • Join us for a FREEday of family fun with music, food for the first 300 attendees, face painting, petting zoo, farmers market, games, raffle prizes, resource fair, costume contest, and our Youth Mayor election where kids can vote!
  • Click here to learn more!

• Carson Douglas Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC) Conference – 8:30am to 1:30pm
  • Location – CARSON CITY – Carson City Community Center – 851 W. William Street, Carson City, NV
  • Professional development and learning opportunity for early childhood educators, featuring the “Ooey Gooey Lady”, aka Lisa Murphy!
  • Registration is free for Carson High School ECE students, $30 for Western NV College ECE students, and $60 for individuals. Discounts available for centers enrolling staff.
  • Click here to register.

• Nevada Health Centers - Mammo-Rama Extravaganza! – 10:00am and 2:00pm
  • Location – LAS VEGAS – Desert Breeze Park - 8275 Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas, NV 89117
  • Nevada Health Centers operate the Mammovan – come get your mammogram (women 40 and older) and learn about valuable community resources.
  • Click here to learn more about the Mammovan.

Tuesday, October 14^th

• The Children’s Cabinet – I’m Ready for K! – 11:00am to 12:00pm
  • Location – NORTH LAS VEGAS – Alexander Library – 1755 W. Alexander Road, North Las Vegas, NV 89032
  • I'm Ready for K Sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

Wednesday, October 15^th

• The Children’s Cabinet – I’m Ready for K! – 9:30am to 10:30am
  • Location – NORTH LAS VEGAS – Aliante Library – 2400 Deer Springs Way, North Las Vegas, NV 89084
  • I'm Ready for K Sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

Thursday, October 16^th

• Reno’s Biggest Little Baby Shower – 5:30pm to 7:30pm
  • Location – RENO – Boys & Girls Club – 2680 E. 9^th Street, Reno, NV
  • Join the Washoe County Medical Society for a supportive and educational event where you can learn best prenatal care from trusted physicians, get help accessing prenatal care, community resources, enjoy a free dinner, take home free gifts and baby essentials.
  • Click here for more information.
  • To RSVP please email Events and Membership Manager, Wendy Rodriguez at [email protected] or call/text at 775.301.9644.

 Saturday, October 18^th

• Silver Summit Fall Family Festival – 3:00pm to 6:00pm
  • Location – CARSON CITY – Carson City Community Center – 851 E. William Street, Carson City, NV
  • Join us for a day of family fun, food, and activities for all ages – an learn how SilverSummit Healthplan is bringing trusted Medicaid coverage to your town in 2026!
  • Event includes a Halloween costume contest, airbrush artists, delicious food and treats, and raffle prizes including bikes and gift cards!
  • Click here to pre-register – everyone who registers will be entered into the raffle (must be present to win).

• Give Kids a Smile – 8:00am to 1:00pm
  • Location – RENO – TMCC – 7000 Dandini Blvd., Reno, NV 89512
  • A one-day event providing FREE DENTAL CARE to at-risk and uninsured children under the age of 18. Children will be seen on a first come, first served basis from 8am to 1pm. Services will include preventative and restorative treatments, as well oral health education.
  • Click here to learn more.

• NV Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Association – The Brain Architecture Game – 9:00am to 11:30am
  • Location – RENO – Strong Start Child Care Services Center – 961 Matley Lane, Suite 110, Reno, NV 89502
  • During this 2.5 hour IN-PERSON workshop, we will play the Brain Architecture Game to build understanding of the powerful role of early childhood experiences on early brain development.
  • Click here to learn more and register.

Tuesday, October 21^st

• The Children’s Cabinet – STEM: Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas en Acción – 4:30pm to 6:00pm
  • Location – LAS VEGAS – East Las Vegas Community Center – 250 North Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89101
  • Explora el mundo de la creatividad, la innovación y el aprendizaje práctico a través de divertidas actividades de ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas. Esta clase fomenta la curiosidad, el pensamiento crítico y la resolución de problemas, preparando a los más pequeños para los retos del futuro.
  • Ideal para padres con hijos de 3 a 5 años de edad, que desean estimular el desarrollo temprano y despertar la pasión por aprender desde los primeros años.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

Wednesday, October 22^nd

• Silver Summit Fall Family Festival – 4:00pm to 7:00pm
  • Location – FERNLEY – Boys & Girls Club – 695 E. Main Street, Fernley, NV
  • Join us for a day of family fun, food, and activities for all ages – an learn how SilverSummit Healthplan is bringing trusted Medicaid coverage to your town in 2026!
  • Event includes a Halloween costume contest, airbrush artists, delicious food and treats, and raffle prizes including bikes and gift cards!
  • Click here to pre-register – everyone who registers will be entered into the raffle (must be present to win).

• Rainbow Library Trunk or Treat – 4:00pm to 7:00pm
  • Location – LAS VEGAS – Rainbow Library
  • Visit our community partners’ trunks and tablesfor sweet treats and fun giveaways, and learn about all the amazing services our partners provide to the community. Costumes are welcome—but not required—to join in the fun!
  • Click here to learn more or call 702-507-3712.

Friday, October 24^th

• First 5 Nevada Early Childhood Screening & Resource Fair – 4:00pm to 7:00pm
  • Location – ELKO – Great Basin Children’s Advocacy Center – 1401 College Ave., Elko, NV 89801
  • This event will feature no cost screenings and a wide range of community resources for families with young children.
  • Come enjoy fun activities, giveaways and raffle prizes!
  • Click here to learn more and register for the event. 

Saturday, October 25^th

• Parktoberfest hosted by Commissioner Naft – 4:00pm to 8:00pm
  • Location – LAS VEGAS – Silverado Ranch Park – 9855 Gilespie Street, Las Vegas, NV 89183
  • Join us for our first ever Parktoberfest! This FREE Family event will have games, face paint, bounce houses and more. Food trucks will be available for additional purchase. A movie in the park will start at 6pm.
  • Click here to learn more!

• UNR Child & Family Health Fair – 10:00am to 1:00pm
  • Location – RENO – 3700 Grant Drive, Reno, NV
  • Receive well child exams, obtain immunizations, learn about ways to improve you and your child’s health, get free health screenings and more!
  • For more information, contact Anne at [email protected].

 Tuesday, October 28^th

• The Children’s Cabinet – I’m Ready for K! – 11:00am to 12:00pm
  • Location – NORTH LAS VEGAS – Alexander Library – 1755 W. Alexander Road, North Las Vegas, NV 89032
  • I'm Ready for K Sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

• NV Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics – Ask the Pediatrician – Embracing Autism in Everyday Interactions with Dr. Terence McAlister, FAAP – 7:30pm to 8:00pm
  • Location – STATEWIDE - Virtual
  • Join us for a special Zoom Q&A session with Dr. Terence McAllister, Nevada AAP's President, to get your Autism questions answered!
  • After the discussion, we'll open the floor for a live Q&A where you can ask Dr. McAllister your own questions directly. This is a great opportunity to get expert advice on everything from explaining to kids off the spectrum what ASD is to incorporating kids on the spectrum into Halloween fun!
  • Click here to register!

Wednesday, October 29^th

• The Children’s Cabinet – Soluciones Positivas Pare las Familias: El Comportamiento Tiene Significado – 6:00pm to 7:30pm
  • Location – STATEWIDE - Online
  • Las sesiones de Soluciones Positivas para Familias están diseñadas para ayudar a los padres a promover las habilidades sociales y emocionales de sus hijos, entender sus comportamientos desafiantes y utilizar enfoques positivos para ayudar a los niños a aprender comportamientos apropiados. Cada sesión proporcionará a los padres información general sobre las estrategias clave que pueden utilizarse con todos los niños.
  • Click here for a complete list of classes and information on how to register.

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Have an upcoming event or training for families of young children that you’d like to share through our First 5 Nevada Newsletter? Send us an email at [email protected] to inquire about including your event or training in an upcoming newsletter!