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January 2020
Kindermusik with Jo
Award winning music and movement program 'Kindermusik with Jo' is coming to two locations in Toronto this September. 96 Vine Ave in The Junction Area and 50 Sousa Mendes St. in Junction Triangle. With more than 35 years of experience as the leader in musical learning, Kindermusik International understands music’s unique ability to impact children (and families!) in profound ways. Our curricula is built on the philosophies of Montessori, Suzuki, Orff, Kodaly and more. Come, connect, celebrate and grow with…
Find out more »YPT Drama School – After-School & Weekend
YPT Drama School After-School and Weekend Classes for JK-Grade 12 are held over three nine-week terms. There are four different locations where you can attend classes: Downtown Toronto, Etobicoke, North York and Scarborough. Led by professional artist educators with extensive teaching experience, students will build core theatre skills in movement, voice and character. Confidence and creative expression are developed through drama exercises and improvisation. Students will be encouraged to express their unique ideas in new ways. In the Spring term,…
Find out more »Kindermusik: Cuddle and Bounce (Newborn – 16 months)
For Ages Newborn - 16 Months Make baby’s first class musical! Music is one of your baby's favorite things - AND it's one of the best thing for your baby's developing mind. Kindermusik Cuddle&Bounce classes offer a sensory-rich yet caring and gentle environment where infants can explore and react to new sounds, sensations, and objects. Shared activities for babies and their caregivers provide the opportunity to strengthen your connection with your child through joyful music-making experiences. Cuddle & Bounce classes…
Find out more »Music Classes for Babies
Rainbow Songs music classes for babies are a perfect way to spend your mat leave! Have a great time giving you baby a head start, making new friends and singing song.1 Highlights of our Baby Music Classes: Bond with your baby and make friends with other class participants in a loving, nurturing and musical setting Sing silly lap rhymes, playful songs, lovely lullabies, , tickling tunes and more! Enrich your baby’s cognitive development while having a great time Teach your…
Find out more »Music Classes for Toddlers 2-4 years
Rainbow Songs engaging music classes for young children are a great way to have fun and to prepare your child for kindergarten. Our 2-4 year old programs will have you and your child singing and enjoying music and movement activities together. Preschool Music Programs for 2 – 4 year-olds highlights: Develop language skills by learning to chant simple rhymes and participate in call-and-response songs Introduce bodily kinesthetic movements using props such as the rainbow stretchy band Learn more complex musical…
Find out more »Music Classes for Toddlers 1–2 years old
Rainbow Songs Music classes for 1-2 year olds are a joyful, participatory program with 20 locations throughout Toronto. Make music, play and explore with your 1-2 year old toddler while making friends in your neighbourhood. Our early childhood music and movement classes will have you and your toddler tapping, moving, clapping and singing! Check out our locations here: www.rainbowsongs.com Some highlights of our Music Classes Engaging songs and interactive activities that help your toddle rlearn about body parts, colours, and…
Find out more »Baby Music Program
A steady beat is the foundation of all music (and language)! Babies first experience steady beat in the womb–listening to their mother’s heartbeat and feeling the rhythm of her steps. Kindermusik activities are carefully designed for a child to experience steady beat using multiple senses: HEARING IT: Whether singing a capella, reciting a poem or rhyme, playing an instrument or listening to a recording, the steady beat is everywhere in a Kindermusik class! FEELING IT: Children feel the steady beat…
Find out more »Musical Munchkins™ (Music Classes for Babies & Toddlers)
Clap, Tap, Sing and Shake with Musical Munchkins! Fun-filled classes for babies and toddlers provide musical experiences with playful rhythms and rhymes in a nurturing environment. Musical movement is introduced with action songs, instrument play, floating scarves and dance. A wonderful collection of songs is designed to inspire a love of music and support sensory, communication and motor skills. Enjoy nurturing time with your child as you sing and play with music! FREE TRIAL CLASS! Visit us at www.musicalmunchkins.ca
Find out more »Join Us For Our Winter Semester!
Registration for our Winter Session is NOW OPEN! Register by November 17, 2019 and receive $10.00 off tuition! Sing, Dance, and Jam Along with Us! Join us for 10 weekly 45-minute classes featuring the Sticks Song Collection this Winter! Your children will love playing follow-the-leader during "Follow me Down to Carlow," counting the stars while rocking in your arms during "Great Big Stars," and thinking up favorite treats from Grandma for "Trot to Grandma's House." In addition to your weekly classes,…
Find out more »ROM Kids Junior
Inspire your toddler's imagination and sense of discovery as you explore the ROM's collection of art, history, and nature through the eyes of a child. Bring your child on an eight-week sensory adventure as you tour galleries with our early learning instructors, and join them in creative play-based activities, and social interaction in a classroom setting. Meet other parents, caregivers, and children and engage your child in interactive learning for life. Winter 2020 - 8 Week Sessions: Tuesdays, January 7…
Find out more »Toddling to Read
This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months-3 years with a parent or caregiver. Every Thursday morning from 10:30 am to 11:00 am. Drop in!
Find out more »Sprouting Melodies 3 Winter Session (18 months – 3 years)
This music class is for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 18 months - 3 years, who attend with a caregiver. Caregivers are actively involved in our classes: this is not a drop off class. Classes start on January 24th and run until March 6th, with the exception of February 14th, when classes do not run.
Find out more »Baby Social
Drop in and meet other parents and babies in your community! We will feature a new topic every week along with activities, singing, free play, and occasional guest speakers. For ages 0-12 months with a parent or caregiver. Every Friday morning from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. January 10 – Let’s Get Moving! We’ll not only talk about strategies on how you can help your baby learn how to roll, sit up, move, etc., but we will also get up…
Find out more »Sprouting Melodies 2 Winter Session (6-18 months)
This music class is for babies and toddlers, ages 6-18 months, who attend with a caregiver. Caregivers are actively involved in our classes: this is not a drop off class. Classes start on January 24th and run until March 6th, with the exception of February 14th, when classes do not run. You must register in advance to attend.
Find out more »Baby Drama Time at YPT
Baby Drama Time is a new interactive drama, movement and music class for a caregiver or parent to enjoy with the baby in their life! Expanding on YPT’s hugely successful work with theatre for babies, each term will explore a particular theme through sensory play, storytelling, and song. Meet new parents and enjoy a relaxed environment to spend time with your babies — and have fun introducing the building blocks of storytelling and interactive play to your baby! Baby Drama…
Find out more »Peppa Pig & PJ Masks Preschool Event
Join us for play & storytime inspired by your child's favourite preschool characters! Book Readings will begin at 10a.m. & 11a.m. Playtime & activities to follow each reading: Celebrate Chinese New Year with a Peppa Pig Chinese lantern make and take or complete a PJ Masks activity book! Plus kids can play with fun, interactive Peppa and PJ Masks toys and parents can enter the instore ballot contest for a chance to win* a prize! *In-store only. No purchase necessary.…
Find out more »Family Storytime
Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family! Every Wednesday morning from 10:30 am to 11:00 am until February 26, 2020. Drop in!
Find out more »Stroller Tours at the BSM
We know it can be tricky to find things to do with a little one! So come and join a group of parents and babies for a docent-led tour of the BSM. Tours are held on the last Wednesday of every month. $14 for parent and baby (under 5 years of age) | Free for Friends of the BSM | Please register by calling 416-979-7799 x 242 or emailing [email protected]
Find out more »Multilingual Storytime (French)
Introduce your child to new languages through songs, stories, and rhymes! This is a fully bilingual program. No prior knowledge of a second language is required. French/English storytime from January 8th to February 12th. Every Wednesday afternoon from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Drop in!
Find out more »Bouncing Babies
Interactive circle time focused on developing your baby's early literacy skills through stories, rhymes and songs. Perfect for babies who love to bounce, sit, and snuggle in your lap. Drop-in program. Occurs on multiple days a week at various times, search our events calendar for more information.
Find out more »February 2020
Strolling the Galleries at the AGO
Come explore our greatest hits with your little one! These relaxed 1 hour tours allow for grown-up discussions, free of pressure, where no one minds a coo or a cry. Designed to feed your creativity, while engaging your little ones with colours and shapes that will enhance visual literacy in developing brains. Adult + newborns to toddlers Meet in the Weston Family Learning Centre in the Community Gallery Admission fee includes one adult and your children. Please select your preferred…
Find out more »STEAM for Tots
Explore the world through STEAM-based activities designed for early explorers. Ages 5 and under.
Find out more »My First Valentine’s Day Party
Don't miss out on the Valentines' Day fun with your little one! Join us for our "My First Valentine's Day" Party at My Gym Richmond Hill/Vaughan on Tuesday, February 11th from 12:45pm - 2:00pm. This fun-filled event is designed exclusively for infants and their parents/caregivers. Themed activities will include sensory adventures, songs, games, puppet shows and more! Spaces are limited and advance registration is required to secure your spot! Members: $15+HST per child Non-members: $18+HST per child
Find out more »My First Valentine’s Day Party
Don't miss out on the fun with your little one! Join us for our "My First Valentine's Day" Party at My Gym Markham/Stouffville on Thursday, February 13th from 12:30pm - 1:45pm. This fun-filled event is designed exclusively for infants and their parents/caregivers. Activities will include sensory adventures, songs, games, puppet shows and more! Spaces are limited and advance registration is required to secure your spot!
Find out more »KidsFestTO 2020
Kids Fest Toronto is in its 11th year and we are proud to be the largest providers of inflatables, rides and bouncers. This indoor event caters to children 12 and under and their families. With over 80,000 sq. ft. of inflatables, escape room, kid activities and interactives. Live stage performances and animals and so much more. This is where fun comes to live this weekend. This huge annual event, where kids can go crazy with tonnes of activities and inflatables…
Find out more »Family Day 2020 *FREE* Power Up The Winter!
The Living Arts Centre will once again be buzzing with FREE family-friendly programming, including make-and-take crafts, performances by local youth organizations, and much, much more! Community Stage Performances | 12:00pm - 4:00 PM Enjoy free performances on the Community Stage in the Atrium, hosted by Pablo Dassen! Mason Victoria – 2018 Ron Lenyk Inspiring Arts Award-winner Paige Kapinski – LAC Open Mic LIVE performer Josie El Ramady – LAC Open Mic LIVE performer Mississauga Music Academy City Centre Dance Shriyans…
Find out more »Multilingual Storytime (Mandarin)
Introduce your child to new languages through songs, stories, and rhymes! This is a fully bilingual program. No prior knowledge of a second language is required. Mandarin/English storytime is from February 19th to March 25th (Except March 18th). Every Wednesday afternoon from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Drop in!
Find out more »Stroller Tours at the BSM
We know it can be tricky to find things to do with a little one! So come and join a group of parents and babies for a docent-led tour of the BSM. Tours are held on the last Wednesday of every month. $14 for parent and baby (under 5 years of age) | Free for Friends of the BSM | Please register by calling 416-979-7799 x 242 or emailing [email protected]
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