For Parents and Caregivers

Parent Networking

As the kids play, you’ll enjoy the chance to talk with other parents and caregivers over a free cup of coffee (donated by Espresso News) and browse our Family Resource Library. Playhouse staff members are also here to listen and share information.

Lending Library for Parents and Caregivers

Our large lending library covers topics such as toilet training, sleeping, temper tantrums, nutrition, ages and stages, and discipline. You may check out two books at a time for free for two weeks. We are always accepting donations on topics related to parenting, child development, and preschool education.

Play Together Kits

We also have “Play Together kits” which are high quality toys, CDs, books, and art materials that you can check out for free. You do not have to be a Playhouse member to use these resources. Any adult may check out these materials for free!

Parents Night Out

5:30-8:30 Fridays in the fall and spring semesters

Spring 2012 dates: February 3, February 24, March 23, and April 20.

Enjoy some well-deserved adult time while your kids have a blast at The Playhouse! Ages 18 months-8 years. A peanut-free snack will be served. $12 for the 1st child, $6 per additional sibling for 3 hours.  All proceeds benefit The Children’s Playhouse. Call 263-0011 to sign up.

Parents Night Out is staffed by great Appalachian State University volunteers and supervised by an adult volunteer. Adult supervisors can earn a certificate for a free Parents Night Out--contact Kathy Parham to sign up.