Join a Peapod Playgroup! Connect with parents and children in your area. All Mono County parents and families with children 0-5 are invited to participate. Playgroups are drop in events, no registration is required at this time.
“We’re all in this together”
A free opportunity for families with kids ages 0-5 to socialize and encourage development through play.
SUMMER PLAYGROUPS:
Mammoth Lakes (Playground Behind Infant Center):
Mondays, 10:30am-11:30am | 06/15/2026 – 09/28/2026 (no session on Sept 7th)
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Mammoth Lakes (Infant Center):
Fridays, 10:30am-11:30am | 06/12/2026 – 09/25/2026 (no session on June 19th and July 3rd)
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Chalfant (Chalfant Community Center):
Thursdays, 10:00am-11:00am | 09/03/2026 – 05/06/2027
(no sessions on Oct 8th, Oct 29th, Nov 26th, Dec 24th, Dec 31st, March 4th & March 25th)
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UPCOMING PLAYGROUPS:
Mammoth Lakes (Community Center):
Mondays, 10:30-11:30am | 10/19/2026 – 05/17/2027
(no sessions on Dec 21st & 28th, Jan 18th and Feb 22)
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Mammoth Lakes (Infant Center):
Fridays, 10:30-11:30am | 10/16/2026 – 05/21/2027
(no sessions on Nov 27th, Dec 25th, Jan 1st)
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If you’d like to join a group, but your community is not listed, please email Molly at mdesbaillets@monocoe.org
About Peapod Playgroups
Weekly groups include play, singing, and a parachute! Groups offer a space to have fun and nurture relationships between children and parents.
Tunnels, tents, blocks, puzzles, and the ever-popular parachute support children’s social-emotional development and school readiness. Parents and caregivers get a chance to share the joys and challenges of raising young children with peers in thier community.
Common Questions
How often and where do the playgroups meet?
Once a week for an hour, in a comfortable and welcoming environment such as a community center, library, or park. Families are welcome to attend as often as they are able.
How much does it cost?
The playgroups are free of charge for all families.
Who can attend?
Parents and caregivers with children ages zero to five are welcome. There are no qualifications for attending
What else do the playgroups offer?
- Breastfeeding assistance
- Connections to community events and services
- Connections to other families in your area who share similar interests
- Funds to support the mental health needs of families, as requested.
Who leads the playgroups?
Leaders work to help parents address challenges specific to parenting, and lead fun, family-centered playgroups.
The Peapod Program is funded by a grant from Mono County Behavioral Health, and administered by First 5 Mono County.