@First5Merced

We support programs and efforts that improve the systems serving the youngest children of Merced County.

 Merced, CA
first5mercedcounty.org
Joined September 2013
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The staff of First 5 Merced County wish you a very Happy and Safe Thanksgiving! #HappyThanksgiving
An illustrated turkey against a light orange background with leaves. Text says: Happy Thanksgiving! First 5 Merced County will be closed Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th in observation of the holiday.

ALT An illustrated turkey against a light orange background with leaves. Text says: Happy Thanksgiving! First 5 Merced County will be closed Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th in observation of the holiday.

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Help @ucmerced learn how babies develop language! Looking for expecting families and those with infants under 2 months old. Text "Yes" to 209-756-8103 if interested.
You can help UC Merced Emergency of Communication Lab scientists learn how babies make sounds and how you help shape them! We are looking for families who are expecting a new baby or who have an infant under 2 months old. The study is done in your own home, with visits at 3, 6,9, and 18 months. Participants will be paid for taking part. Interested? Text "Yes" to 209-756-8103

ALT You can help UC Merced Emergency of Communication Lab scientists learn how babies make sounds and how you help shape them! We are looking for families who are expecting a new baby or who have an infant under 2 months old. The study is done in your own home, with visits at 3, 6,9, and 18 months. Participants will be paid for taking part. Interested? Text "Yes" to 209-756-8103

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Zoo Boo this Fri/Sat, 6-8pm! Trick-or-Treating & fun! $2 entry, free for kids under 5. More info call (209) 385-3337 mercedzoo.org
Applegate Park Zoo's Annual Zoo Boo Friday, October 27 & Saturday, October 28, 6:00 - 8:30 PM 1045 W. 25th St, Merced, CA 95340 Safe and fun Trick-or-Treating. Fun for all ages. Not too scary. Music/DJ by CenCal Events Mini Kiwins Carnival on site $2 entrance, free for kids under 5 For more information call (209) 385-3337, www.mercedzoo.org Images: ghost, black cat, bat, trick or treating zebra & Applegate zoo logo.

ALT Applegate Park Zoo's Annual Zoo Boo Friday, October 27 & Saturday, October 28, 6:00 - 8:30 PM 1045 W. 25th St, Merced, CA 95340 Safe and fun Trick-or-Treating. Fun for all ages. Not too scary. Music/DJ by CenCal Events Mini Kiwins Carnival on site $2 entrance, free for kids under 5 For more information call (209) 385-3337, www.mercedzoo.org Images: ghost, black cat, bat, trick or treating zebra & Applegate zoo logo.

Upcoming Community Flu Clinic in #DosPalos! Tues, 10/24, 12-4 pm Bryant Middle School, 16695 Bryant Avenue, Dos Palos, CA 93620
Flu shots available! (with syringe as exclamation point) Upcoming Community Flu Clinic in Dos Palos! Tuesday, October 24, 2017 12 noon - 4:00 pm Bryant Middle School, 16695 Bryant Avenue, Dos Palos, CA 93620 For more information contact the Immunization Program at (209) 381-1023

ALT Flu shots available! (with syringe as exclamation point) Upcoming Community Flu Clinic in Dos Palos! Tuesday, October 24, 2017 12 noon - 4:00 pm Bryant Middle School, 16695 Bryant Avenue, Dos Palos, CA 93620 For more information contact the Immunization Program at (209) 381-1023

Tomorrow (10/14) is the open house for Olivewood Pediatrics @CareForKids! Check out the new clinic and enjoy food, fun and face painting!
Open House Community Event Valley Children's Medical Group Olivewood Pediatrics Please join us Saturday, October 14th for an Open House, community event where you will have an opportunity to meet the Pediatricians in your neighborhood. 10 am - 12 pm Olivewood Pediatrics . 1190 Olivewood Drive, Suite B, Merced, CA 95348 (209) 490-4620 Office Hours: 8 am to 5pm Se habla espanol

ALT Open House Community Event Valley Children's Medical Group Olivewood Pediatrics Please join us Saturday, October 14th for an Open House, community event where you will have an opportunity to meet the Pediatricians in your neighborhood. 10 am - 12 pm Olivewood Pediatrics . 1190 Olivewood Drive, Suite B, Merced, CA 95348 (209) 490-4620 Office Hours: 8 am to 5pm Se habla espanol

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Thank you to the preschool teachers and child care providers who make lasting positive impressions on our children! #WorldTeachersDay
A quote says: "Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression. - Dr. Hiam Ginnot There is an image of a child's handprints in a cement circle with lavender flowers in the background. At the bottom: Happy World Teachers' Day! and the First 5 Merced County logo

ALT A quote says: "Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression. - Dr. Hiam Ginnot There is an image of a child's handprints in a cement circle with lavender flowers in the background. At the bottom: Happy World Teachers' Day! and the First 5 Merced County logo

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The Annual Peace for Families March will start at 5:30pm at Courthouse Park. #DVAM2017
ANNUAL PEACE FOR FAMILIES MARCH October 4th, 2017, 5:30 to 8:00 PM Courthouse Park to the Merced Open Air Theater by Applegate Park This march is to promote awareness about domestic violence and its impact within our community. A community gathering will follow the march. Create an original awareness poster for a chance to win a gift card. For more info: (209) 725-7900 or rosa@alliance4you.org [image: purple ribbon]

ALT ANNUAL PEACE FOR FAMILIES MARCH October 4th, 2017, 5:30 to 8:00 PM Courthouse Park to the Merced Open Air Theater by Applegate Park This march is to promote awareness about domestic violence and its impact within our community. A community gathering will follow the march. Create an original awareness poster for a chance to win a gift card. For more info: (209) 725-7900 or rosa@alliance4you.org [image: purple ribbon]

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Petting zoo, duck feeding, face painting, & goat feeding this Saturday (9/23) at the Applegate Park Zoo! 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM #familyfun
You're invited to Animal Fun Day at the Applegate Park Zoo! Petting zoo, duck feeding, face painting, & goat feeding Saturday, September 23, 2017 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM [Images of a goat, duck and guinea pig and the Applegate Park Zoo logo]

ALT You're invited to Animal Fun Day at the Applegate Park Zoo! Petting zoo, duck feeding, face painting, & goat feeding Saturday, September 23, 2017 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM [Images of a goat, duck and guinea pig and the Applegate Park Zoo logo]

Happy Fall!
Four children under a tree throwing autumn leaves into the air.

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Two more days until the #Livingston Sweet Potato Festival Recipe Contest! Is your dish ready? livingstoncity.com/vertical/…
Sweet Potato Moe and First 5 Commissioner Eva de Long at the 2016 Sweet Potato Festival.

ALT Sweet Potato Moe and First 5 Commissioner Eva de Long at the 2016 Sweet Potato Festival.

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Ahoy Mates! These cheese and grape swords be a yummy way to celebrate #TalkLikeAPirateDay ! Arrrr! first5california.com/pdf//Fi…
Fruit and cheese on skewers sitting on a plate.

ALT Fruit and cheese on skewers sitting on a plate.

Upcoming #flu clinic 9/20 from 9am-11am at DayOut ADHC Merced, 1460 Merced Avenue in #Merced. For info: Immunization Program (209) 381-1023
The words: "Flu shots available" with a syringe as an exclamation point

ALT The words: "Flu shots available" with a syringe as an exclamation point

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