Week of the Young Child Celebrates Families in Castle Country

Annual event returns to Carbon and Emery counties with activities focused on music, food, art, and community

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:29am

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph of a young child playing with colorful toys, composed entirely of soft pools of warm color and light, capturing the mood of a community event focused on supporting families.The Week of the Young Child celebration fosters a sense of community and connection for families with young children in the Castle Country region.Emery Today

The Week of the Young Child, a celebration of families with young children, is returning to Carbon and Emery counties in Utah from April 13-17. The week-long event features a variety of activities and resources aimed at supporting parents and building a stronger sense of community, including Music Monday, Tasty Tuesday, Work Together Wednesday, Artsy Thursday, and Family Friday.

Why it matters

The Week of the Young Child provides an important opportunity for families with young children to connect with their local community and access valuable resources and support. In a region where families can sometimes feel isolated, this event helps bring people together around the shared experience of raising young kids.

The details

The Week of the Young Child includes a range of activities across Carbon and Emery counties, such as music and movement classes, library storytimes, a free hot dog dinner, intergenerational flower planting, a birdhouse-making workshop, and free admission to local museums and the aquatic center. Community organizations will also be on hand to share information about early childhood development, health and wellness, education, mental health services, and other family support programs.

  • The Week of the Young Child runs from Monday, April 13 to Friday, April 17, 2026.
  • Events take place throughout the week in locations across Carbon and Emery counties.

The players

Patsy Stoddard

An organizer of the Week of the Young Child event who emphasizes the importance of building community and providing resources for families with young children.

Makayla Baldonado

An organizer of the Week of the Young Child event who can be contacted for more information about the activities and resources available.

Castle Country Early Childhood Coalition

The community organization hosting the Week of the Young Child and coordinating the various events and resources for families.

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What they’re saying

“Families interested in participating in the Week of the Young Child can find more information and contact the event organizers at mbaldonado@rucd.org or stoddardpatsy@gmail.com.”

— Makayla Baldonado, Event Organizer

What’s next

Families interested in participating in the Week of the Young Child can find more information and contact the event organizers at mbaldonado@rucd.org or stoddardpatsy@gmail.com.

The takeaway

The Week of the Young Child is an important annual event that brings the community together to support families with young children in the Castle Country region, providing valuable resources, activities, and a sense of connection.