What We Do
For Children
For Youth
For Families
3,580 individuals served in Central Vermont from July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
Help children thrive
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VT Parent Child Center Network 2024 Impact Report
Family Center News and Events
❄️Washington County Mental Health's Imagination Station is hosting 20-minute Sensory Friendly visits with Santa on Saturday, December 20th! ☃️
Imagination station: 23 Summer Street, Barre VT
✨ Reminder: Holiday Market Tomorrow
We will be hosting our Holiday Market tomorrow from 10 AM – 1 PM in our Early Childhood Building.
Stop by to shop unique, handmade items and enjoy a festive morning with our community.
We hope to see you! ❄️ 🛍️ ✨
Due to cold weather, this Friday's VeggieVanGo event at the Barre Auditorium has been cancelled. We will share an update when a new date has been scheduled.
Score yourself a box of free energy-saving items thanks to Efficiency Vermont!NOTE: Due to overwhelming popularity, this offer is no longer available as of 12/11/2025
Jumpstart your year (and savings) with a FREE box of energy-saving items! This offer is available to homeowners and renters across Vermont (some restrictions apply)
Boxes include:
💡 a color changing light bulb
⚡️an advanced power strip
🔌 a smart plug
✨LED string lights
⏱️ an outdoor light timer
📣Tonight is Dads and Kids Playgroup! 📣
5-6:30 P.M. at our Early Childhood Building - dinner is included and will be scrumptious! Made with love by our very own Chef Ms. Andrea!
Dinner tonight is Orange Chicken & Fried Rice.
🏠Support for your parenting journey—right at home.
Strong Families Vermont Home Visiting, part of Children’s Integrated Services (CIS), offers free, personalized support from nurses and family professionals.
Whether you’re navigating sleep routines, potty training, or just looking for ways to connect with your child, CIS is here to help.
💭 Get guidance on child development, parenting strategies, and connecting with local resources.
📞Contact Becky Coleman at (802) 552-8239 or email [email protected]
🔗Learn more: dcf.vermont.gov/services/cis/SFVT
🎄✨ HOLIDAY MARKET — THIS SATURDAY! ✨🎄
Our 3rd Annual Holiday Market is almost here, and we’d love to see you there!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Family Center Early Childhood Building
383 Sherwood Drive, Montpelier VT
This is a warm, community-centered event filled with local talent, festive cheer, and gifts you won’t find anywhere else. Perfect for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts, and supporting neighbors who create beautiful things. ❤️
✨ Bonus for families: Still need holiday card photos? This is the perfect opportunity! Come dressed in your festive best — we have a photographer offering mini sessions for a small fee.
Tell a friend, bring a friend, and come shop local with us!
No entrance fee • payment options will vary per Vendor • Cash encouraged
⛄️ Dads and Kids Playgroup is on for tonight! ⛄️
Join David & Steve Thursday, December 4, from
5-6:30 P.M. in our Early Childhood Building - dinner is included and will be scrumptious! Made with love by our very own Chef Ms. Andrea!
Tonights menu: Lasagna. YUM! 😋 🍽️
🚨 Please note: there is no Dads and Kids playgroup on the following dates:
•Thursday, December 25.
•Thursday January 1
All children belong!!🫶🏼
🌱 Is your child growing and learning in ways that feel right to you?
Children’s Integrated Services (CIS) Early Intervention is here to support families with young children who may need a little extra help.
Whether it’s motor skills, speech and language, or learning through play—CIS is ready to partner with you.
📞Reach out to Becky Coleman at (802) 552-8239 or email [email protected]
🔗 Learn more: dcf.vermont.gov/services/cis/IDEA
