
Community Building for Expectant and New Parents
Casual Friday meetup for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to swap pregnancy and early-parenthood stories and build local connections. Vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys create a low-key, baby-friendly play space.
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