Birth and Baby Expo
Location: Education Center at St. Peter’s Health, 2475 East Broadway Street, Helena. Use the Main Entrance.
Audience: New or expecting parents or anyone who wants to learn about the services available in the community during pregnancy and the first year or two of life.
Cost: Free
About: There will be tours of the Women’s and Children’s Unit, Car Seat Safety Technician, and many providers in the community focused on pregnancy, birth and the first year(s) of life.
No need to sign up or register ahead of time. Come anytime between 10 am- 2 pm.
Rebuilding Roots: infertility, pregnancy loss & child loss peer support group
This is a place for women and their partners who have experienced or are experiencing infertility or pregnancy or child loss.
Please visit Rebuilding Roots page for more information.
Families Like Ours
The Early Childhood Collaborative and the Helena Village Collective, along with many community partners want to create space for parents to share their real stories. Parenting is messy, complicated, and sometimes overwhelming—but no one should have to go through it alone. By telling our stories, we remind one another that struggle is normal, connection is possible, and our community cares deeply about giving children the best start in life. We believe the best way to raise healthy, thriving children is to also nurture healthy, connected parents.
Click here to get your tickets!
Click here to sign up for free child care!
Click here for more information.
Family Action for Montana
Busy parent? The decisions made at the Capitol affect your child care, health care, and family life more than you might think.
This free, one-hour virtual series makes it easy to understand what’s happening—and how to speak up in ways that fit your life.
Register here: tinyurl.com/3hhj45cp
Your experience matters. Your story matters. And together, parents can help shape a Montana where kids and families thrive.
Click here to see the flyer.
Every Thursday evening in April 7- 8 pm via zoom.
No prior advocacy experience is required - just your perspective as a parent or caregiver.
Helena Village Cups + Conversation
Join the Helena Village Collective and other moms for tea, chats, and mom connection time while the kids enjoy supervised activity in a nearby room.
This event happens regularly - every month on the last Tuesday of the month.
Family Action for Montana
Busy parent? The decisions made at the Capitol affect your child care, health care, and family life more than you might think.
This free, one-hour virtual series makes it easy to understand what’s happening—and how to speak up in ways that fit your life.
Register here: tinyurl.com/3hhj45cp
Your experience matters. Your story matters. And together, parents can help shape a Montana where kids and families thrive.
Click here to see the flyer.
Every Thursday evening in April 7- 8 pm via zoom.
No prior advocacy experience is required - just your perspective as a parent or caregiver.
Prenatal Yoga
An hour of movement dedicated to preparing your body and mind for birth and beyond!
Saturdays 2-3 pm at Loft Studio
$18/drop in For more pricing info and more about what Loft has to offer please visit loftstudiomt.com
Loft is located at 740 Front St and is on the 2nd floor. (Elevator available.)
Prenatal Yoga is held every Saturday.
S.T.E.A.M. Powered Activities
Build the tracks to creativity and exploration with S.T.E.A.M. Powered activities!
Drop in for our monthly S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Powered activities, specially designed for elementary-aged children. Each month, we will provide materials and themed suggestions that encourage kids to explore, create, observe, innovate, and discover. In April, we'll experiment with paper airplane designs and learn about aerodynamics.
S.T.E.A.M. Powered will feature hands-on projects that inspire creativity and learning across various disciplines. Children will have the opportunity to engage in exciting experiments, tackle creative challenges, and participate in collaborative projects that promote critical thinking and teamwork.
Activities will be available Wednesdays through Fridays from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Dates will vary based on community events, so please check the Library calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Healthy Kids Day
YMCA Helena is going to have a wonderful and healthy celebration today! There will be kids creative movement, family open swim, kids pickleball and arts & crafts.
Wrap up the Week of the Young Child with some active fun.
Join anytime between 11 am - 2 pm.
Adventure Friday at Stonetree: Provider Edition
We see you, early childhood providers—now it’s time for YOU to have some fun! Enjoy a FREE evening of climbing and connection at Stonetree Climbing Center. No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure! Come unwind, move, and recharge in our supportive and engaging space.
This offer is for anyone working in early childhood: providers, teachers, directors, and assistants.
No need to RSVP ahead of time, just come anytime between 5-7 pm.
For more information and to complete a waiver, visit Stonetree’s website.
S.T.E.A.M. Powered Activities
Build the tracks to creativity and exploration with S.T.E.A.M. Powered activities!
Drop in for our monthly S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Powered activities, specially designed for elementary-aged children. Each month, we will provide materials and themed suggestions that encourage kids to explore, create, observe, innovate, and discover. In April, we'll experiment with paper airplane designs and learn about aerodynamics.
S.T.E.A.M. Powered will feature hands-on projects that inspire creativity and learning across various disciplines. Children will have the opportunity to engage in exciting experiments, tackle creative challenges, and participate in collaborative projects that promote critical thinking and teamwork.
Activities will be available Wednesdays through Fridays from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Dates will vary based on community events, so please check the Library calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Montana Capitol Building Tour
Join the Montana Historical Society on a fun and educational tour of the Capitol building.
Location: Montana State Capitol Building; 1301 E. 6th Ave; Helena
Audience: Everyone!
Cost: Free
No need to sign up or register, just show up a few minutes before on the first floor of the Capitol next to the Information Desk (Next to the sign that reads: Capitol Tours Meet Here)
Did you know you can tour the Capitol Monday - Friday at 3 pm?
Adventure Friday at Stonetree: Family Time
Climb, explore, and have a blast at Stonetree Climbing Center! On this special Adventure Friday, a $15 day pass covers one adult and up to two kids. Whether you’re new to climbing or a seasoned pro, our bouldering gym is the perfect place to challenge yourself and have fun with your kids in a welcoming community space. Come climb with us!
No need to RSVP ahead of time, just come anytime between 3 – 5 pm.
For more information and to complete our waiver, visit Stonetree’s website.
Please note: all youth up to age 11, need an adult supervisor in the gym.
Helena Indian Alliance is sponsoring 20 day passes for Native American children to enjoy the Adventure Friday Family time at Stonetree Climbing. Please tell Stonetree Climbing you are with HIA when you show up.
Dr. Seuss Story Time
Celebrate the silliness kids so naturally embody with a special Dr. Seuss Storytime! Join us at Lasso the Moon Toys on Friday morning for playful rhymes, colorful characters, and stories that spark a love of reading. Together we’ll laugh, wiggle, and enjoy some of Dr. Seuss’s most beloved tales.
Free and open to all.
Family Farm Tour
Join Rocking Tree Farm for a special Week of the Young Child Family Farm Tour!
Baby animals, plant seeds, and just enjoy some good ol’ fashion fun.
Cost: Free
Audience: All ages
Optional activity: Spring family photos with a $10 donation
Visit their website for more information: rockingtreefarm.com
Click here for the flyer.
Sound Bath for Caregivers
You are invited to a one-hour sound bath created for anyone who is parenting or caregiving.
This offering is a quiet, supportive space to simply be. Through soothing sound and vibration, you are invited to let your body and mind rest, release, and breathe.
Questions? reach out to Maureen: mbjerke@sphealth.org or 406-461-4449 (call or text)
For more information on Gentle Healing Center and to register, please sign up here
For more information on Emily Sweeney or Helena Music Therapy, click here.
Family Friday: Holter
Week of the Young Child’s Family Friday!
Come check out the Holter free of charge today (and every Friday)!
Location: Holter Museum of Art; 12 E. Lawrence St; Helena
Audience: Everyone
Cost: Free
Just show up anytime between 10 am - 5:30 pm, no need to sign up ahead of time.
And, for the Youth Electrum and Helena College Capstone:
Celebrate arts education in Helena with two of the Holter's long-standing annual exhibitions: Youth Electrum and Helena College Capstone!
Youth Electrum features a wide variety of artwork from K-12 students throughout the region, while Helena College presents their capstone exhibition, The Cost of Living.
Let's show our support for these artists by joining them on Friday, April 17th, from 4:30 - 6:30, for an opening reception. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be available.
Family Action for Montana
Busy parent? The decisions made at the Capitol affect your child care, health care, and family life more than you might think.
This free, one-hour virtual series makes it easy to understand what’s happening—and how to speak up in ways that fit your life.
Register here: tinyurl.com/3hhj45cp
Your experience matters. Your story matters. And together, parents can help shape a Montana where kids and families thrive.
Click here to see the flyer.
Every Thursday evening in April 7- 8 pm via zoom.
No prior advocacy experience is required - just your perspective as a parent or caregiver.
School Visit for Preschoolers: Rossiter Elementary
Helena School District would like to welcome young children to their neighborhood school to celebrate Week of the Young Child. This is a great opportunity for preschoolers to visit their future school and do something fun before their big transition! Your neighborhood school is excited to meet you!
Bring your preschooler to visit Rossiter Elementary School for games, fun and time for you to ask questions.
Not the right school? Visit the full list of events to find your neighborhood school’s event or click on your school below:
Broadwater | Bryant | Central | Four Georgians | Jefferson | Jim Darcy | Kessler | Rossiter | Smith | Warren
Unsure of which school? Click here to enter your address and find your school.
Questions? Reach out to Allison Balboni at abalboni@helenaschools.org
Montana Heritage Center Tour
Join our MTHS tour guides as they share their favorite aspects of the Montana Heritage Center. This public tour will vary each week but will give participants an opportunity to explore the galleries and artifacts here.
Meet at the tour desk in the Central Commons for this free, drop-in tour.
No reservations are required.
Artsy Thursday: Tour at Archie Bray
Archie Bray will be doing a tour for anyone interested at 4-4:50 PM! There are so many things to see on their campus but most importantly: how many of Richard Swanson’s ceramic tops can you find!?
RSVP ahead of time by filling out this form.
Tap II/III
This class is for children 5 - 7 years old (approximately).
Click here to sign up for class.
Not the right age group?
Image Dancing is offering free classes for everyone April 5-16! They have options for the whole family. Check out their website for more information and the schedule of classes you can try.
This is a weekly offering from Image Dancing but free this week to celebrate Week of the Young Child!
Please note: Due to Image Dancing’s competition schedule, they are celebrating the Week of the Young Child by offering free classes April 5th - 16th.
School Visit for Preschoolers: Jim Darcy Elementary
Helena School District would like to welcome young children to their neighborhood school to celebrate Week of the Young Child. This is a great opportunity for preschoolers to visit their future school and do something fun before their big transition! Your neighborhood school is excited to meet you!
Bring your preschooler to visit Jim Darcy Elementary School for a family fun mixer.
Not the right school? Visit the full list of events to find your neighborhood school’s event or click on your school below:
Broadwater | Bryant | Central | Four Georgians | Jefferson | Jim Darcy | Kessler | Rossiter | Smith | Warren
Unsure of which school? Click here to enter your address and find your school.
Questions? Reach out to Allison Balboni at abalboni@helenaschools.org
Artsy Thursday: Montana WILD
Montana WILD will be doing Gyotaku Fish Printing at 3:30–4:30 PM
Register ahead of time by calling Montana WILD: 406-444-9941
School Visit for Preschoolers: Central Elementary
Helena School District would like to welcome young children to their neighborhood school to celebrate Week of the Young Child. This is a great opportunity for preschoolers to visit their future school and do something fun before their big transition! Your neighborhood school is excited to meet you!
Bring your preschooler to visit Central Elementary School for story time with teachers and the Principal.
Not the right school? Visit the full list of events to find your neighborhood school’s event or click on your school below:
Broadwater | Bryant | Central | Four Georgians | Jefferson | Jim Darcy | Kessler | Rossiter | Smith | Warren
Unsure of which school? Click here to enter your address and find your school.
Questions? Reach out to Allison Balboni at abalboni@helenaschools.org
S.T.E.A.M. Powered Activities
Build the tracks to creativity and exploration with S.T.E.A.M. Powered activities!
Drop in for our monthly S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Powered activities, specially designed for elementary-aged children. Each month, we will provide materials and themed suggestions that encourage kids to explore, create, observe, innovate, and discover. In April, we'll experiment with paper airplane designs and learn about aerodynamics.
S.T.E.A.M. Powered will feature hands-on projects that inspire creativity and learning across various disciplines. Children will have the opportunity to engage in exciting experiments, tackle creative challenges, and participate in collaborative projects that promote critical thinking and teamwork.
Activities will be available Wednesdays through Fridays from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM and Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Dates will vary based on community events, so please check the Library calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Montana Capitol Building Tour
Join the Montana Historical Society on a fun and educational tour of the Capitol building.
Location: Montana State Capitol Building; 1301 E. 6th Ave; Helena
Audience: Everyone!
Cost: Free
No need to sign up or register, just show up a few minutes before on the first floor of the Capitol next to the Information Desk (Next to the sign that reads: Capitol Tours Meet Here)
Did you know you can tour the Capitol Monday - Friday at 3 pm?
School Visit for Preschoolers: Warren Elementary
Helena School District would like to welcome young children to their neighborhood school to celebrate Week of the Young Child. This is a great opportunity for preschoolers to visit their future school and do something fun before their big transition! Your neighborhood school is excited to meet you!
Bring your preschooler to visit Warren Elementary School for story and craft time with the Principal.
Not the right school? Visit the full list of events to find your neighborhood school’s event or click on your school below:
Broadwater | Bryant | Central | Four Georgians | Jefferson | Jim Darcy | Kessler | Rossiter | Smith | Warren
Unsure of which school? Click here to enter your address and find your school.
Questions? Reach out to Allison Balboni at abalboni@helenaschools.org
School Visit for Preschoolers: Broadwater Elementary
Helena School District would like to welcome young children to their neighborhood school to celebrate Week of the Young Child. This is a great opportunity for preschoolers to visit their future school and do something fun before their big transition! Your neighborhood school is excited to meet you!
Bring your preschooler to visit Broadwater Elementary School for story time with the Principal.
Not the right school? Visit the full list of events to find your neighborhood school’s event or click on your school below:
Broadwater | Bryant | Central | Four Georgians | Hawthorne | Jefferson | Jim Darcy | Kessler | Rossiter | Smith | Warren
Unsure of which school? Click here to enter your address and find your school.
Questions? Reach out to Allison Balboni at abalboni@helenaschools.org
School Visit for Preschoolers: Bryant Elementary
Helena School District would like to welcome young children to their neighborhood school to celebrate Week of the Young Child. This is a great opportunity for preschoolers to visit their future school and do something fun before their big transition! Your neighborhood school is excited to meet you!
Bring your preschooler to visit Bryant Elementary School for story time with the Principal and a tour of the school.
Not the right school? Visit the full list of events to find your neighborhood school’s event or click on your school below:
Broadwater | Bryant | Central | Four Georgians | Jefferson | Jim Darcy | Kessler | Rossiter | Smith | Warren
Unsure of which school? Click here to enter your address and find your school.
Questions? Reach out to Allison Balboni at abalboni@helenaschools.org
School Visit for Preschoolers: Four Georgians Elementary
Helena School District would like to welcome young children to their neighborhood school to celebrate Week of the Young Child. This is a great opportunity for preschoolers to visit their future school and do something fun before their big transition! Your neighborhood school is excited to meet you!
Bring your preschooler to visit Four Georgians Elementary School for story time with the Principal.
Not the right school? Visit the full list of events to find your neighborhood school’s event or click on your school below:
Broadwater | Bryant | Central | Four Georgians | Hawthorne | Jefferson | Jim Darcy | Kessler | Rossiter | Smith | Warren
Unsure of which school? Click here to enter your address and find your school.
Questions? Reach out to Allison Balboni at abalboni@helenaschools.org
BeyondMom + Revival Barre Class
Revival Helena + Beyondmom will be offering a "pop up" barre class for Mommas + Infants. Infants may be worn or set on blankets near mommas.
We will have time for mingling, and a fun FREE photo booth session before and after class! This will be a wonderful time to reset physically and mentally with other mommas.
Click here for the flyer.
Babywearing Build
50 minutes of strength that can be done with baby on board! Suitable for soft wraps, packs, or backpacks.
Week of the Young Child special: try a class for $5!
Reserve your spot and learn more at ripplemt.com. Ripple Movement is excited to offer classes for every trimester and every ability.