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4C Family Newsletter | September 2024

Posted on by Scott Gunnerson

Community Coordinated Care for Children is committed to strengthening our communities and families. It’s our belief that every child deserves a bright and successful future. We produce this newsletter as part of 4C’s mission to be a community leader, providing high-quality services that improve the lives of children and families.

The State of Florida is offering a sales tax exemption on qualifying items related to disaster preparedness to help families prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. The sales tax holiday will take place August 24 through September 6. The list includes bigger ticket items such as generators and carbon monoxide detectors, as well as other items such as flashlights, batteries and supplies for pets. Take advantage of the savings and begin preparing your hurricane kit. For more information, click here.

September is Baby Safety Month

Parents and caregivers have many responsibilities, but keeping the baby safe and healthy is the No. 1 priority. Whether you are expecting your first baby, adding to your family, or a grandparent, now is the time to put some simple steps into action to keep the baby safe. By following the guidelines, you can ensure you are creating a safe space for your baby to grow, learn, and play. Review the guidelines, click here.

National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

September is dedicated to educating children and their families on how to prevent childhood obesity. It provides opportunities for families, schools, and communities to share information about their plans and events aimed at educating children on how to deal with health issues such as obesity. It is also an opportunity for parents to learn more about how they can help improve their child’s health. To learn more, click here.

EVENTS CALENDAR

Here are upcoming free, family-friendly events in Central Florida:

Saturday, September 7
Fish-4-Fun, Blanchard Park, Orlando, 7:30 a.m.
Home Depot Kids Workshop, multiple locations, 9 a.m.

Sunday, September 8
Free Family Funday, Mennello Museum, Orlando, noon.

Monday, September 11
Job Fair, Central Florida Fairgrounds Expo Building, Orlando, noon.

Thursday, September 12
Free Movie, High School Musical, Central Park, Winter Park, 7 p.m.

Saturday, September 14
Fish-4-Fun, Barnett Park, Orlando, 7:30 a.m.
Kids Zone, JCPenney, South Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, 11 a.m.

Friday, September 20
Free Movie, Grease, Center Lake Park, Oviedo, 5 p.m.
Free Movie, Barbie, Lake Eola Park, Orlando, 8 p.m.

Saturday, September 21
Fish-4-Fun, Bear Creek Recreation Complex, Orlando, 7:30 a.m.
Open House, OFD Station 3, Orlando, 11 a.m.

Sunday, September 22
Fish-4-Fun, Bithlo Community Park, Orlando, 7:30 a.m.

Saturday, September 28
Hispanic Heritage Festival, Kit Land Nelson Park, Apopka, 4 p.m.

For more events, check out the 4C Community Calendar, click here.

PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Local public libraries offer a variety of events such as story times. Use these links to learn more about the offerings available to your family:

EARLY LEARNING RESOURCES

Head Start/Early Head Start
The 4C Head Start and Early Head Start programs promote school readiness and child development for eligible low-income families with children from birth to 5 years old, click here.

Neighborhood Centers for Families
NCF is made up of nonprofits, agencies, churches, and groups that work together to provide family-friendly accessible services and activities to Orange County families, click here.

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