Face It

Face It Lunch and Learn: Autism Acceptance & Supporting Families
2026-04-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville)
The Kosair for Kids Face It Movement invites you to join us for a Lunch & Learn as a crossover event between Child Abuse Prevention Month and Autism Awareness/Acceptance Month. We’re going to take a deeper look at how to support families who have an autistic child from a panel of parents.
Date: Wednesday April 15, 2026
Time: 2 PM EST
Location: Virtual
Social Work CEUs available. REGISTER.

2NOT1: Fatherhood & Families, Inc. - Family Engagement Night: (Topic: Strategies to Prevent Child Abuse)
2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:00
2NOT1 has a monthly family engagement night in partnership with Evolve502. Families are invited to dine together and parents participate in a discussion about the topic of the month. This month we will discuss “Strategies to Prevent Child Abuse”. Call for more information: (502) 384-3716 or email: turner@2not1.org
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm ET
Location: 1600 West Street Catherine Street, Louisville, KY 40203

Face It Lunch and Learn: Parenting, Brain Science, and Shaping Your Child’s Behavior with Dr. Nancy Weaver
2026-04-20 12:00 - 13:00
The Kosair for Kids Face It Movement invites you to join us for a Lunch & Learn with Dr. Nancy Weaver, founder of Support Over Silence, LLC. Dr. Weaver will be sharing useful, evidence-based strategies for how parents and caregivers can change their way of thinking (and behaving!) to foster healthy child development.
Date: Monday April 20, 2026
Time: 12PM EST
Location: Virtual
This is a great opportunity to learn more about:
— why old-school punishments fall short and the brain science behind it
— the importance and impact of co-regulation on parents and kids
— how parents can approach misbehavior with curiosity
Social Work CEUs available. REGISTER.

Kosair for Kids - Child Abuse Prevention Luncheon
2026-04-21 11:30 - 13:00
Join Kosair for Kids for an afternoon of food, fellowship, and child advocacy. At the Kosair for Kids Child Abuse Prevention Luncheon, you’ll hear from University of Louisville Baseball Coach Dan McDonnell, as well as a testimony from a family who has been helped by Kosair for Kids. All proceeds benefit the Kosair Kids Child Abuse Prevention Fund.
The event is FREE to attend, but space is limited. Attendees must REGISTER by April 5.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact Jason Wilson for more information on how you can make an impact. Questions? Contact Jason Wilson at (502) 814-9884 or jwilson@kosair.org.
Date: April 21, 2026
Time: 11:30am – 1PM EST
Location: The Crowne Plaza | 830 Phillips Ln | Louisville, KY 40209

Logan County Health Coalition, FRYSC, Bright Coalition - Community Baby Shower
2026-04-25 10:00 - 2026-04-27 11:30
The Community Baby Shower is designed for expecting parents and parents up to 6 months post partum to engage and connect to community partners and resources. With 70 vendors, parents receive practical, evidence-based information on child development, safe sleep practices, home and car seat safety, infant nutrition, breastfeeding support, maternal mental health, and early brain development. Families also have opportunities to connect directly with pediatricians and healthcare professionals to ask questions, discuss developmental milestones, and learn when and how to seek care. REGISTER.

Date: Saturday, April 25
Time: 10-11:30AM
Location: Logan County Extension Services, John Paul Rd, Russellville, KY

Blueprint Webinar - House Bill 6: A Deep Dive for Child Care Providers
2026-05-08 13:00 - 14:00
Join this webinar on Friday May 8 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST for a deep dive into House Bill 6 and the impact on for child care providers and Kentucky kids. The webinar will feature a facilitated conversation with Sarah Vanover, Kentucky Youth Advocates, Liz McQuillen, Metro United Way, and Mandy Marler, Baldwin Consulting.
Register here.
Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual

Seven Counties Services/CCC - Kids Expo 2026
2026-05-09 11:30 - 13:00
Kids Expo 2026 is a full day of fun and educational activities for school age children and their families. The event is free and includes free Derby City Pizza, Kona Ice, door prizes, a crock pot cookbook, and free crockpots (while supplies last). This year’s event will provide education on reducing food insecurity in our community and strengthening attachments between children and caregivers. Registration ahead of event is preferred but families can register upon arrival.
Activities include:
• Louisville Sports Commission activities for children accompanied by adults
• Free Photo Booth with take home photo
• Central Creativity will provide hands on STEM activities
• DJ on site
• Free Kona Ice ( while supplies last)
• Performance by Kentucky Kids on the Block
• Resources, Vendors and much more!!
May 9th 11:30-1:30 pm EST
Eisenhower Elementary School, Jessamine Lane, Louisville, KY
Contact cmccarthy@sevencounties.org with question.

Face It Bluegrass Lecture & Award Breakfast 2026
2026-05-15 08:30 - 10:30
Join the Kosair for Kids Face It Movement’s Bluegrass Team for the 2026 Spring Breakfast. We will present the Fearless Advocate for Children Everywhere Award to someone who embodies a deep commitment to helping, protecting, and improving the lives of children. Following the award, join us for a panel discussion on the HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) Framework and a panel discussion with:
Debbie Link, Child Care Council
Dr. Stephanie Gusler, UK Center on Trauma and Children
Reuben Watson, Lexington Leadership Foundation
Julie Breitigan, Life Adventure Center
CEUs available for Social Work; pending for Nursing. REGISTER.
Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
Time: 8:30AM EST – 10:30AM EST
Location: K Club, 1398 Sports Center Dr, Lexington, KY 40502
