Taught by instructors trained by the American Heart Association, this class provides instruction and hands on practice in infant, child and adult CPR and first aid for choking. This is an essential class for parents, grandparents, child-care providers and teenagers who babysit. Adults and children 10-to-15 years old accompanied by an adult. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $25 per person. Missouri Baptist Medical Center.

More information: stlouischildrenshospital.org or (314) 454-KIDS (5437) or (800) 678-KIDS (5437), extension 3.

Determine your child's physical, mental, social and emotional readiness to stay home alone. Designed for families with children preparing to stay by themselves, this two-hour class will help kids get ready for this new experience. Workbooks (one for parents and one for children) are provided. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $20/child and parent. The Lodge at Des Peres.

   Determine your child's physical, mental, social and emotional readiness to stay home alone. Designed for families with children preparing to stay by themselves, this two-hour class will help kids get ready for this new experience. Workbooks (one for parents and one for children) are provided. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $20/child and parent. Progress West HealthCare Center.

Considering hiring a new babysitter? Encourage the best care for your child by enrolling your sitter in this introductory class to babysitting basics. A 28-page workbook is provided. Topics include the business of babysitting, child development, safety and first aid and fun and games. Pre-registration is required. No specific age requirement, any child considering babysitting may attend. Noon to 4 p.m. $24 per child. Middendorf-Kredell Library Branch in St. Charles County.

Considering hiring a new babysitter? Encourage the best care for your child by enrolling your sitter in this introductory class to babysitting basics. A 28-page workbook is provided. Topics include the business of babysitting, child development, safety and first aid and fun and games. Pre-registration is required. No specific age requirement, any child considering babysitting may attend. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $24 per child. The Magic House.

Considering hiring a new babysitter? Encourage the best care for your child by enrolling your sitter in this introductory class to babysitting basics. A 28-page workbook is provided. Topics include the business of babysitting, child development, safety and first aid and fun and games. Pre-registration is required. No specific age requirement, any child considering babysitting may attend. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $24 per child. Missouri Baptist Medical Center.