Babysitting Basics

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  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will close on February 18, 2026 @ 5:30pm.

Program Description

Event Details

Come learn the basics of babysitting with Saunders County Extension & 4-H. Free to sign up for youth 11+ with active Ashland Public Library Card (no-shows will be charged $25). $25 charge for youth without an active, in-area Ashland Public Library Card. Cost covers snack and training materials. 

Topics include:

  • First aid and emergency preparedness
  • Keeping children safe
  • Playing/reading with children
  • Bathing/diapering/feeding young children
  • Rights, responsibilities and personal safety
  • Babysitting as a business

Disclaimer(s)

This program does have age restrictions.

This program includes food which may or may not have common allergens. Please contact library staff with any concerns prior to the program. 

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