Strengthening families and building community to raise children who make a positive impact in the world.

Parenting

The EPIC parenting education model is built on the principles of active learning. EPIC curricula combine an instructional approach with an active learning model.

Family Engagement

Family engagement is a shared responsibility where schools and other community agencies are committed to supporting their children's learning and development.

Youth Services

EPIC offers youth based services to help face everyday challenges and guide towards academic success.

Professional Development

Training for professional and paraprofessional staff in supporting the work of parenting and family engagement.

“Because of the lessons learned in Ready, Set, Parent!, we have become much more settled and confident in raising our beautiful baby boy.” Ready, Set, Parent! participant

Events

1 Oct

2022 Baby Expo

Buffalo & Erie County Central Library, 1 Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY 14203

EPIC's Annual Buffalo Baby & Toddler Expo: Saturday, October 1, 2022

EPIC's annual Baby Expo is back! This year's event will be Saturday, October 1, from 10am - 2pm at the Buffalo Central Library.

The Expo is free to the public, but pre-registration is required to anticipate capacity and supply needs. As in previous years, the Expo will combine ideas, products and resources from Western New York, all in one place. Parents and parents-to-be can shop baby and toddler merchandise and services, attend seminars and demonstrations, and learn about all the opportunities for families in the Buffalo Niagara region. Topics like car seat safety, early literacy, breastfeeding support, wellness care, massage therapy, safe sleep, child care information and nutrition demonstrations will still be available, and also be recorded for later viewing.

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