Parent Groups

Early Childhood Western Tidewater, community-based organizations and agencies, and local businesses sponsor workshops or host group meetings designed to foster community, increase awareness of local resources, and/or support skill building.

Franklin's Parent Cafe
MLK Center
Fourth Monday from 11:30AM-1:30PM
Learn more here!

Smoothies and Strollers
The Lighthouse Project
Visit Facebook for pop-up events
Learn more here!

Smithfield Moms Collective
Blackwater Regional Library
Second Monday from 6:00PM-7:00PM
Learn more here!

Western Tidewater Family Council
The Franklin Business Center & Zoom
First Monday from 6:00AM-8:00PM
Learn more here!

Strengthening Parents as Advocates
The Children's Center at 300 Executive Court Suffolk
Third Wednesday from 11:00AM-1:00PM (Sept-May)

Mommy's Time Out
Trinity United Methodist Church in Smithfield
Thursday mornings from 9:30AM-11:30AM (Sept-May)
Learn more here!

Parent Workshops are also offered at:
Camp Community College
Western Tidewater Community Services Board