All 7th-12th grade students in Yolo County are invited to attend “Adulting 101: Life Skills for Teens” hosted by the City of Woodland Public Library and Yolo County Office of Education. This free event will be held on Saturday, March 7 from 9:00-3:00 at the Woodland Community and Senior Center at 2001 East St, Woodland, CA 95776.

Adulting 101 kicks off with a welcome from the Teen Advisory Board President, Jimena Campa, and City of Woodland Mayor, Tom Stallard. Our Keynote speaker is Maria Jimenez Olmedo, local business owner and baker. Maria is the owner of Casa del Pan and a Trustee in the Yolo County Board of Education. 

Free breakfast and lunch will be provided. 

There will be 4 sessions and students can choose one introductory course per session to attend. Some courses are only offered once. 

Register Here!

Here is a sneak peek of some of the sessions! Attending all day will provide students with 6 hours of community service. 

Session 1 from 9:50-10:50 AM

Turning a Passion for Planet Into a Career—City of Woodland Environmental Services

We'll discuss finding jobs in the broad environmental field pulling from our team's knowledge and experience. We'll discuss local opportunities to get started in the field for those looking to explore higher education or get right into the work force. We'll encourage open conversations about advice and lessons we've learned and wish we knew. 

Your Financial Journey: Plan, Save, Invest, and Protect—Travis Credit Union 

This workshop helped youth understand key money skills: setting financial goals, budgeting wisely, saving regularly, starting to invest, and building strong credit. Through hands-on activities and real-life examples, participants learn how to take control of their financial future. All students present will have a chance to win a gift card!

Ready, Set, Breathe! Youth Disaster and Air Safety Workshop—Catholic Charities Yolo Solano 

Join us for an interactive workshop where youth learn how to stay safe during disasters and protect the air they breathe. Through hands-on activities and games participants will discover practical tips for emergency preparedness, understand the importance of clean air, and gain the skills to keep themselves and their community safe.

LGBTQ+101—CommuniCare+OLE-Elevate Queer Yolo

Our workshop will teach participants the basics of gender identity, sexuality, pronouns, and other queer essentials!

Making Decisions: Figuring Stuff Out—City of Woodland Mayor, Tom Stallard  

How Credit Affects your Life—Schools First Credit Union

A hands-on workshop that helps participants understand credit scores and how financial decisions impact their lives.

What a Tool!—Woodland Public Library

Learn what you need in a tool box and how to use them!

Zen With A Pen—Woodland Public Library

Learn a cool, relaxing technique drawing & painting to create a work of art! 

Self Defense Class—Vitality Martial Arts 

In this interactive session, teens will learn practical self-defense and situational awareness skills to help them stay safe and confident in everyday life. Participants will explore how to:

 -Recognize and avoid risky situations

 -Use their surroundings for protection

 -Apply simple, effective techniques to escape or defend when necessary

 -Build confidence through awareness, movement, and mindset

The focus is on empowerment, preparedness, and developing the calm awareness that helps teens make smart choices in real-world situations.

Cake Pops—Zest West Bakery

Learn how to make cake pops with a local baker! 

Session 2 from 10:55-11:55 PM

Caught in the Cycle: How Conflict Escalates and How to Stop It—Yolo Conflict Resolution Center

This workshop breaks down how our emotions, assumptions, and reactions can intensify conflict. You will learn tools to better understand yourself and others, and practice techniques to keep things from getting too heated. 

How to Achieve Your Financial Goals—Schools First Credit Union

Explore the difference between banks and credit unions, set financial goals, and learn how budgeting helps achieve them.

College Readiness 101—Woodland Community College 

In this workshop, I cover essential study skills and readiness for future college students based on my experience working at Woodland Community College Student Success Center. I will also discuss independent learning and critical thinking skills that will be important in higher education. Not sure if you are going to college? You can still come to the workshop and hear why I chose to go to college to help you decide which path is best for you.

Mental Health for Youth—NAMI Yolo County

Ready, Set, Breathe! Youth Disaster and Air Safety Workshop—Catholic Charities Yolo Solano 

Zen With A Pen—Woodland Public Library

What a Tool!—Woodland Public Library

Your Financial Journey: Plan, Save, Invest, and Protect—Travis Credit Union

Making Decisions: Figuring Stuff Out—City of Woodland Mayor, Tom Stallard  

Self Defense Class—Vitality Martial Arts

Session 3 from 12:35-1:35 PM

Financial Trivia—Schools First Credit Union

Interactive and competitive—reinforces key financial literacy concepts in a fun way.

Vision to Reality: Identifying Goals and the Steps to Achieve Them—Queens Empowering Queens

In this workshop, I will begin by sharing a brief introduction about myself and my journey. Participants will then learn the fundamentals of SMART goals—what they are, why they matter, and how they can provide direction and clarity. Together, we will complete a SMART goal worksheet to identify a personal goal, followed by a group discussion on the first steps needed to begin working toward that goal. This session is designed to help participants gain confidence, clarity, and a practical starting point for achieving their aspirations.

Resumes, Applications, and Interviews, Oh My!—City of Woodland Human Resources

Trying to land your first job? Get practical advice for completing a job application, resume building and tips for job interviews. First impressions matter.

Studying 101: Methods. Time Management, and Myths—Katie Metelitz

Have you ever pulled an all nighter? Does Pomodoro sound more like a pasta dish than a way to manage your time? Knowing how to study and what to study is a necessary skill for academic success, but it doesn't always come naturally. Learn how to improve these skills, as well as ways to organize yourself and efficient science-backed methods in this introductory course.

Things to Know as a Nursing Student: the Challenges and Rewards of Working in Healthcare—Sarah Wisniewski Coaching

In this 50 minute workshop we will discuss:

• stress levels to expect as a nurse and nursing student 
• how to cope with the emotional toll of nursing school, between exams and caring for sick people
• taking care of yourself while learning to take care of others
• Q&A session: What are you MOST curious and concerned about for nursing school? Are you worried someone will throw up on you? Do you wonder what area of nursing to go into? Bring your questions you haven’t asked anyone out loud and put them in the anonymous Q&A box. I will tell you all about my fun, interesting, and challenging experiences as an RN.

How to Maintain Your Car—Dave Cubberly

The session will include an overview of basic items associated with minor car care. All topics introduced will enable participants to experience a 'hands-on' introduction to:

•  Using a tire pressure gauge
• Inflating tires
• Checking engine oil
• Identifying size of tire
• Identifying tire tread wear
• Reference material (owner's manual)
• Replacing wiper blades
•  Jacking up a car
• Removing a wheel and putting on a spare

Cactus Cupcakes—Haydee Morales & Woodland Public Library

Painting—Woodland Public Library

Caught in the Cycle: How Conflict Escalates and How to Stop It—Yolo Conflict Resolution Center

Session 4 from 1:40-2:40 PM

Adulting 101: Knowing Your Rights—Yolo County District Attorney

Rights for teens and an overview of the juvenile justice system

How Credit Affects your Life—Schools First Credit Union

Studying 101: Methods, Time Management, and Myths—Katie Metelitz

Things to Know as a Nursing Student: the Challenges and Rewards of Working in Healthcare—Sarah Wisniewski Coaching

Caught in the Cycle: How Conflict Escalates and How to Stop It—Yolo Conflict Resolution Center

Painting—Woodland Public Library

How to Maintain Your Car—Dave Cubberly

Cactus Cupcakes—Haydee Morales & Woodland Public Library

For any questions, please email Sara Day-Murch, the Teen Librarian, at sara.day-murch@cityofwoodland.gov. Adulting 101 is made possible through Yolo County Office of Education, Measure R, and Friends of the Woodland Public Library. We are excited for this year’s Adulting 101 and look forward to helping Yolo County youth!