SKILLS WORKSHOPOur Skills Workshops (SWs) are designed for wearers (new or established) who want in-depth instruction on carrier types. Skills Workshops operate as hands-on classes with group instruction and require RSVPs (with no registration limit at this time) in order to assess the needs of each group of attendees and plan accordingly. Registration opens approximately four weeks prior to each workshop and will close three days before in order for us to properly plan. These workshops are not drop-in style. We ask that attendees arrive at the start of the workshop in order to hear important carrier safety basics and in order for all lending library carriers to be returned (so they can be used in the group instruction). Attendees will have the option of participating in group instruction for up to two different carrier types. These Skills Workshops are for basics, and no advanced techniques (such as back carries) will be taught.
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MEET-UPSMeet-Ups (MUs) are casual get togethers intended to nurture the overall babywearing community through socialization and carrier sharing. Meet-Ups have the potential to have less leaders present. Because of this, leaders are less able to give in-depth beginner instruction and we cannot guarantee that level of help to every person that comes. This is in an effort to facilitate the Meet-Up's aforementioned goals and create a welcoming, relaxed environment where attendees feel comfortable to come and go as they please. For those who are looking for help with advanced carries, have a quick question about their carrier, or are interested in trying out a carrier they know will be present, this is the place to get that help.
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Please visit our Facebook Page or join our Facebook Group to sign up for upcoming Skills Workshops.
CALENDAR OF MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Information on dates and times for our Skills Workshops, Meet-Ups, and other events can be found on our Facebook page's event section our checkout our events on our Google Calendar below.
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BABYWEARING PLAYDATES
A chance to spend time with other babywearers at various local parks, playgrounds, and splash pads. Join our Facebook Group and checkout the event section to see upcoming events!
MEETINGS AND EVENTS FAQs
Where are the meetings held?
Meetings are currently held at:
Southwest Public Library - Grove City Branch (3959 Broadway, Grove City OH)
Columbus Metropolitan Library - Dublin Branch (75 N High St, Dublin OH)
Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (1423 N High Street, Columbus OH)
*Meeting locations and times are subject to change. Please visit the event section on our Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.*
Southwest Public Library - Grove City Branch (3959 Broadway, Grove City OH)
Columbus Metropolitan Library - Dublin Branch (75 N High St, Dublin OH)
Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (1423 N High Street, Columbus OH)
*Meeting locations and times are subject to change. Please visit the event section on our Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.*
Should I bring my baby?
Yes! The best way to learn how to babywear is to practice with your own child.
Can my older children attend meetings with me?
Yes! Older children are always welcome at our meetings.
Is the Lending Library available at all CBW events?
If you are attending a Skills Workshop or a Meet-Up, the CBW Lending Library will be available for you to use. If you are attending a specialty workshop such as Office Hours or a Back Wrapping Workshop there will likely be CBW Leader-owned carriers available for you to use. If you are attending a play date or other informal event, you will need to bring your own carrier.
How does the Lending Library work?
For more information on the Lending Library and how it works, please visit the Lending Library tab.