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December 2026
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Meet us at the Children’s Centre for a gentle 30-minute Walk and Talk Group. We will walk together at the accessible Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site. Dress for the weather! Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. After our walk, join us inside for a coffee and a visit.
Self-Care Walk & Talk
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
An inclusive music group designed for young children to explore sound, rhythm, and movement in a safe, engaging environment. Through songs, simple instruments, and playful props, children and their caregivers will experience the magic of music, sparking connections, communication, creativity, and self-expression in a playful way.
Time for Tunes (18 months to school start)
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
An inclusive music group designed for young children to explore sound, rhythm, and movement in a safe, engaging environment. Through songs, simple instruments, and playful props, children and their caregivers will experience the magic of music, sparking connections, communication, creativity, and self-expression in a playful way.
Time for Tunes (Ages 4 to 8)
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
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Dive into a fun night of Bingo hosted by Sunny the River Otter, in a playful, low-pressure environment with themed bingo cards and cool kid-approved prizes! Come for some friendly competition and cheer each other on, all while working on attention and focus, memory and recognition, matching, and simple decision-making.
Bingo with Sunny
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Join us for the perfect morning of stories, movement and fun! From 10:30 to 11:00 a.m., families are invited to join Centre staff at Dr. Huq Library to explore, borrow books and attend story time with a librarian before heading to get changed for leisure swim from 11:00 to 11:55 a.m. at Kiwanis Aquatics Centre — all located in the same building. Centre staff will be available to support families every step of the way, including in the change room. This event is perfect for all comfort and skill levels!
Stories & Splashes in the Community
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Children are invited to engage and hang out in a social environment with peers through a program focused on cooperative play, conflict resolution and positive social interactions. We will enjoy a variety of fun activities, games and play (e.g., movement, table games, crafts, etc.).
Hangout Hub
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Meet us at the Children’s Centre for a gentle 30-minute Walk and Talk Group. We will walk together at the accessible Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site. Dress for the weather! Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. After our walk, join us inside for a coffee and a visit.
Self-Care Walk & Talk
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Explore the spaces where therapy sessions take place, learn how to access the enclosed outdoor playground, discover the many resources and supports available to families, and take a peek at the beautiful saltwater pool. This is a great chance to get familiar with the Centre and ask questions in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Tour with a Centre Parent
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Dive into fun with Splashing Otters, a playful and engaging parent-and-child program designed for children from 18 months to school start. Sessions will be led by our Recreation Therapist Assistant and focus on the F-Words for Child Development framework for the group.
Splashing Otters
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Whether new to LEGO robotics or experienced, kids will enjoy building and coding a robot each session. This inclusive club encourages participation in any way—directing, selecting pieces, or building with support. The focus is on fun, creativity, and problem-solving!
Robotics Club (Fort Erie)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Calling all LEGO lovers and big builders! Join your peers for a fun-filled building experience where you choose your own adventure. Design and build with LEGO bricks by creating your own project or following the theme of the session.
Little LEGO League
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Kitchen Academy is an engaging space for young chefs to develop practical skills and spark a love for cooking. This hands-on program will involve learning essential kitchen skills, including safety, hygiene, and basic cooking and baking techniques. Through guided activities, participants will practice using various kitchen utensils/appliances, follow recipes, and build confidence in the kitchen.
Kitchen Academy
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Meet us at the Children’s Centre for a gentle 30-minute Walk and Talk Group. We will walk together at the accessible Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site. Dress for the weather! Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. After our walk, join us inside for a coffee and a visit.
Self-Care Walk & Talk
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
An inclusive music group designed for young children to explore sound, rhythm, and movement in a safe, engaging environment. Through songs, simple instruments, and playful props, children and their caregivers will experience the magic of music, sparking connections, communication, creativity, and self-expression in a playful way.
Time for Tunes (18 months to school start)
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
An inclusive music group designed for young children to explore sound, rhythm, and movement in a safe, engaging environment. Through songs, simple instruments, and playful props, children and their caregivers will experience the magic of music, sparking connections, communication, creativity, and self-expression in a playful way.
Time for Tunes (Ages 4 to 8)
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
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Whether new to LEGO robotics or experienced, kids will enjoy building and coding a robot each session. This inclusive club encourages participation in any way—directing, selecting pieces, or building with support. The focus is on fun, creativity, and problem-solving!
Robotics Club (Welland)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Join us for the perfect morning of stories, movement and fun! From 10:15 to 10:45 a.m., families are invited to join Centre staff at Dr. Huq Library to explore, borrow books and attend story time with a librarian before heading to get changed for leisure swim from 11:00 to 11:55 a.m. at Kiwanis Aquatics Centre — all located in the same building. Centre staff will be available to support families every step of the way, including in the change room. This event is perfect for all comfort and skill levels!
Stories & Splashes in the Community
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore the spaces where therapy sessions take place, learn how to access the enclosed outdoor playground, discover the many resources and supports available to families, and take a peek at the beautiful saltwater pool. This is a great chance to get familiar with the Centre and ask questions in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Tour with a Centre Parent
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Children are invited to engage in activities designed to grow “real-world” life skills (e.g., baking, introduction to money management, positive social interactions).
Prepared Pals
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Kick off winter break with a cozy viewing of two winter favourites! Join Centre families in your PJ’s or comfiest outfit for a relaxing December day.
PD Day Party: Movie Madness (Ice Age)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kick off winter break with a cozy viewing of two winter favourites! Join Centre families in your PJ’s or comfiest outfit for a relaxing December day.
PD Day Party: Movie Madness (Eight Below)
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Meet us at the Children’s Centre for a gentle 30-minute Walk and Talk Group. We will walk together at the accessible Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site. Dress for the weather! Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. After our walk, join us inside for a coffee and a visit.
Self-Care Walk & Talk
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Family Swim is a dedicated open swim time for families to enjoy the pool together. Parents and children, along with their siblings, are welcome to splash, practice swim skills, and play!
PD Day Party: Family Swim (10 a.m.)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Family Swim is a dedicated open swim time for families to enjoy the pool together. Parents and children, along with their siblings, are welcome to splash, practice swim skills, and play!
PD Day Party: Family Swim (11 a.m.)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Family Swim is a dedicated open swim time for families to enjoy the pool together. Parents and children, along with their siblings, are welcome to splash, practice swim skills, and play!
PD Day Party: Family Swim (1 p.m.)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Family Swim is a dedicated open swim time for families to enjoy the pool together. Parents and children, along with their siblings, are welcome to splash, practice swim skills, and play!
PD Day Party: Family Swim (2 p.m.)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Family Swim is a dedicated open swim time for families to enjoy the pool together. Parents and children, along with their siblings, are welcome to splash, practice swim skills, and play!
PD Day Party: Family Swim (3 p.m.)
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Strike up some fun with a morning of bowling at Parkway Social. Connect with other Centre families, cheer each other on, and enjoy an activity that’s fun and accessible for everyone.
PD Day Party: Bowling
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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March Break
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Self-Care Walk & Talk
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Tue
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PD Day Party: Family Swim (10 a.m.)
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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PD Day Party: Family Swim (11 a.m.)
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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PD Day Party: Family Swim (1 p.m.)
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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PD Day Party: Family Swim (2 p.m.)
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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