The Martha’s Vineyard Family Center is presenting an ongoing educational series designed to support the myriad roles in raising children. Call it a parenting potpourri.

The series begins on Tuesday, May 1 with Beyond Finger Painting and Play Dough led by Robin Allee. This talk is from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Subsequent talks are as follows.

May 8 - Self-Care for the Busy Mom with Sherry Sidoti (10 to 11:30 a.m.).

May 15 - Herbal Medicine for Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Infant Care with Holly Bellebuono (10 to 11:30 a.m.).

May 17 - Sleep 101: For children six months to five years with Rebekah Thomson (7 to 8:30 p.m.).

May 22 - The Right Start: Gentle Sleep Tips for Young Babies with Rebekah Thomson (10 to 11:30 a.m.).

May 29 - Yoga for Babies and Toddlers with Elissa Lash (10 to 11:30 a.m.).

May 31 - Happy Parents, Healthy Families: How to Nourish Yourself when Raising a Family with Jennifer Knight (7 to 8:30 p.m.).

All of the talks are free.

For more information or to preregister, call 508-693-7900, extension 288.