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September 2019
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 »Rainbow Songs Music Classes for Babies and Toddlers
Rainbow Songs is Toronto largest and best loved music program for babies and toddlers. Sign up for a free preview class at any of our 20 locations in Toronto. Rainbow Songs offers a inclusive, joyful, interactive music classes that encourage the participation of you and your child. Rainbow Songs music classes include super fun music and movement songs and activities for you and your little one. Come bond with your baby in our baby music class. Play and explore with…
Find out more »Kindermusik Wiggle and Grow (18- 36 months)
Wiggle and Grow is a super-fun, music-filled learning experience. In these 45-minute classes, young children enjoy singing, dancing, and instrument-play activities that are designed to promote cognitive development, encourage social skills like sharing and turn-taking, and cultivate early literacy skills. Wiggle and Grow classes offer monthly enrollment and a year’s worth of exciting 4-week sessions, each with its own theme. Bring the learning home with physical home materials that include a book and CD with all of the lyric songs.…
Find out more »Children’s Choir
No one in the world owns a more unique instrument than their voice. Not one person’s voice is the same as another, and every voice is as beautiful as the next! 88Keys’ Children’s Choir (for ages 6 and up) will bring together our community’s unique and beautiful voices for our very first ensemble voice program. This program will run bi-weekly on Friday evenings from September through until June, and is open to every child who loves to sing! WHY JOIN…
Find out more »Music Lessons For All Ages
Join the adventures of the school-age kids as they travel from play room to the practice room to the recital hall. Check out those fun-filled educational programs for kids.
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 »Mixed Age Music Classes for Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Rainbow Songs is Toronto's beloved music school for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. With 20 locations in Toronto, we're sure to have a location near you! www.rainbowsongs.com Our mixed age classes encourage families to join our programs to sing together! Have more than one child? Rainbow Songs loves it when families sing together! Siblings can join the same class and enjoy an enriching musical experience with you as a family! Why it's Great to Make Music Together as a Family: Enroll…
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 »Gym Classes – Fall Schedule starts Sept 1
My Gym Children's Fitness Center offers amazing classes for children from 6 weeks to 10 years of age. Children have loads of fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination, agility and flexibility while developing social skills, confidence and self-esteem. Our dynamic facility, extensively trained staff, award-winning curriculum, and low student/teacher ratio have earned My Gym the reputation as the best early learning program of its kind. Join us today! First class is always free, always fun. Register online for a…
Find out more »Gym Classes – Fall Schedule starts Sept 1
My Gym Children's Fitness Center offers amazing classes for children from 6 weeks to 10 years of age. Children have loads of fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination, agility and flexibility while developing social skills, confidence and self-esteem. Our dynamic facility, extensively trained staff, award-winning curriculum, and low student/teacher ratio have earned My Gym the reputation as the best early learning program of its kind. Join us today! First class is always free, always fun. Register online for a…
Find out more »FREE Demo Classes: Yamaha Music Education
Yamaha Music Education program is an exciting and engaging music program for 4 to 8 years beginners. During this age range, your child’s ear is developing rapidly, making it the perfect time to begin musical training. Yamaha’s method teaches students music using a variety of activities – listening, singing, playing, and reading – to help develop their musical ear during this peak time in their development. Through these activities, your child will also develop a well-rounded understanding of musical concepts…
Find out more »Violin Lessons at 20% OFF
The violin is one of the most widely recognized musical instruments among children and adults of all ages. It is a beautiful and versatile instrument. Whether you would like to follow a more formal teaching method like Suzuki or want to learn more for fun, our professional, university-trained teachers will keep you interested and motivated to learn while teaching you the technical skills you will need to become a great violinist. Contact us to book your FREE TRIAL
Find out more »Daily Pre-School Workshops at Main Street Kids
Main Street Kids Pre-School Workshops run each weekday and offer enhanced hands-on learning activities that inspire and encourage children ages 2 –4 years. Children will get their hands into learning while being introduced to a variety of topics. Pre-reading, number/letter recognition, science and math are explored through these workshops in a fun and creative way. See website for registration information.
Find out more »After-School Workshops with Homework Club
Main Street Kids after-school workshops are fun and educational and include free pick up service to centre from local schools. Children will be offered a healthy snack and get ready to participate in a variety of workshops then end off with our homework club to get all their work done! Schools we serve: Parkview, Unionville Public School, William Berczy, Castlemore, St Matthews, St Edwards, Lincoln, Alexander Public School, John McCree… just to name a few!
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 »Fall Art Classes registration at Art One Academy Markham!
Art One Academy Markham offers a high quality education and instruction in the visual art with the learning environment that is as unique as each student and art classes for all ages, skill levels and abilities. Our programs has been designed to combine the fundamentals of drawing, painting and sculpture into exceptional program that utilizes a broad range of materials and based on The Ontario Curriculum for Arts. Art history is introduced through hand-on projects that include assignments on Canadian…
Find out more »Youth Pottery (6-14) at the MNjcc
Get creative and make fun, functional projects using pinch pot, coil and slab techniques. Includes materials and firings. POTTERY 1 (ages 6 - 10) Mondays | 4:30 - 5:30 pm September 9 - November 25 Wednesdays | 4:30 - 5:30 pm September 11 - November 13 Saturdays | 9:00 - 10:30 am *NEW* September 14 - November 9 POTTERY 2 (ages 11 - 14) *NEW* Saturdays | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm September 14 - November 9 (No classes September…
Find out more »Join Us For our Fall Semester
JOIN US FOR 12 WEEKS OF MAGICAL, MUSICAL FAMILY FUN THIS FALL! Classes begin September 15. Locations in Markham Village and Cliffside Village (Scarborough). Visit www.mtinthevillage.com for more details and to REGISTER TODAY! OR Sign up for a FREE Trial Class (Trial class space is limited and does not guarantee enrolment in a registered spot). JOIN OUR MUSICAL COMMUNITY! "Music together with Josie is an experience that has been formative in my son's life. A better combination of program and…
Find out more »Fall Classes with Music Together in the Village
Registration is open for our Fall 2019 session of family musical fun! 12 weekly, 45-minute classes which include songs, rhythmic rhymes, movement, and instrument play. These activities are presented as informal, non-performance-oriented musical experiences–developmentally appropriate for children and easy for parents and caregivers–regardless of their own musical ability. 1 CD and Digital Download Files, as well as an illustrated Songbook are included! Locations in Markham Village and Cliffside Village (Scarborough) – Weekday or weekend classes.
Find out more »Art Foundations Class for Kids at Winged Canvas Art Hub
Kids will grow their creative thinking and technical art skills in this one-of-a-kind mixed art class that covers a variety of mediums and art styles. The instructors will introduce an art concept or material each week and work with students step by step to create meaningful artwork. Classes are small, so each student gets one-on-one guidance and time with the instructor. This is a perfect beginner to intermediate class to try different art materials and experiment with techniques to build…
Find out more »Music Classes for Babies and Toddlers
Clap, Tap, Sing and Shake with Musical Munchkins! Our fun-filled classes provide musical experiences for babies and toddlers in a nurturing and stimulating environment. Playful movement is introduced with action songs, fingerplays, floating scarves, dance and instrument play. A wonderful collection of songs is designed to inspire a love of music and support sensory and motor skills. Ask about our Free Trial Class!
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 »Summer Art Workshop: Plein Air in Gouache
Learn to paint en plein air (outdoors) with Winged Canvas co-founder and award-winning artist Fei Lu. Historic Main Street Unionville will provide the beautiful scenery and Fei will provide the guidance. She’ll teach a step-by-step lesson in the AM, followed by open painting at two locations in the PM. In the event of inclement weather, this workshop will run on Sunday, September 22. Meet at 10:00am at the Starbucks on Main Street Unionville. For more information, visit our website: https://www.wingedcanvas.com/summer-art-workshops
Find out more »Tell Me That Story Again
Tell Me That Story Again: The Indigenous Tradition of Oral Storytelling The YPT Drama School has a fantastic new class, Tell Me That Story Again, where students will learn about the Indigenous tradition of oral storytelling and create theatre that is personal and powerful. Weekly Saturday classes (1PM-2:30PM) will be held in Downtown Toronto for Grades 5-8 throughout the Fall, Winter & Spring. YPT Artist Educators Lindy Kinoshameg, from Wikwemikoong Unceded First Nation, and Leslie McCue, from Curve Lake First…
Find out more »Fall T-Ball (ages 4 – 6)
We offer instructional baseball programs for boys and girls ages 4 - 13 of all skill levels throughout the school year! Our goal is to improve each player's skills, with an emphasis on fun, fair play and teamwork. Our T-Ball and Baseball programs starting in September will be outdoors on the diamond. We will head indoors starting in October where we run a variety of drills, competitions, and modified games allowing participants to experience all aspects of the game while…
Find out more »Fall Baseball (ages 6 – 10)
We offer instructional baseball programs for boys and girls ages 4 - 13 of all skill levels throughout the school year! Our goal is to improve each player's skills, with an emphasis on fun, fair play and teamwork. Our T-Ball and Baseball programs starting in September will be outdoors on the diamond. We will head indoors starting in October where we run a variety of drills, competitions, and modified games allowing participants to experience all aspects of the game while…
Find out more »Telling Tales Festival
The 11th Annual Telling Tales Festival will connect Canada’s top authors, illustrators and performers with children and their families on September 22nd, 2019. Meet your favourite author. Get an autograph or a writing tip and be inspired to create your own story. Nature Tales offers a unique line-up of performances and activities, inspired by the forests, woodland trails and living museums that shape the landscapes of The Royal Botanical Gardens.
Find out more »Toy Story PA Day at Main Street Kids
Join Main Street Kids for our York Region PA Day Programs. Each day is a different fun theme for ages 4-10 yrs. View our upcoming schedule and book early! September 23 – Toy Story Themed Day Complete with creating your own Toy Story Stuffy. Each program is 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Before and after care is available upon request. (7:30 – 6:00 extra $8) Must be prepaid and limited spaces are available.
Find out more »PA Days at Earthbound Kids
Earthbound Kids offers year round PA Day & Holiday Day Camp programs for kids 4 to 12 years of age. Our popular Saddle Club program for kids 6-12 years is a great opportunity for kids to learn to ride and care for horses, more experienced young riders have a chance to improve their skills while everyone has fun with friends in the fresh outdoors. Our Treetop PA Day programs offer a great well rounded day for kids 4 to 12…
Find out more »Learn to Paint PA Day Camp Bundle
Register for a full year of PA Day Camps: Get 7 PA Day Painting Camps for the price of 6! On York Region PA Days, we get out our brushes and explore the world of painting! We begin each camp with guided step-by-step painting in the AM, followed by open painting in the PM, where campers can enjoy the freedom to paint anything they choose, with personalized instruction from a professional artist instructor. For kids who want to learn painting,…
Find out more »ZUMBINI Classes!
The Prefect way to bond and have fun with your children! Registration is now OPEN for our Fall session of family musical fun! 12 weekly, 45-minute classes which include songs, rhythmic rhymes, movement, dance and instrument play. Designed for caregivers and children aged 0-4, these activities are presented as informal, non-performance-oriented musical experiences--developmentally appropriate for children and easy for parents and caregivers--regardless of their own musical ability. Just come, have fun all while bonding with your child and meeting other…
Find out more »Kids Night Out
Join us on the last Friday of every month from 6-9pm for a pizza meal, movie, and some crazy fun crafts. Kids get a fun night out without the parents (we should really call it parents night off!) and make some amazing art to keep.
Find out more »Montessori Experience: Friday Free Explorations
Come with your 3 to 9 year olds to explore the world of Montessori Learning! This weekly event is free but requires an appointment at least 24 hrs ahead of the start of the program. Simply call or text 416-560-0611 to book your spot. Sessions lead by Montessori certified teachers engaging your child in their age/skill appropriate level while you also get a chance to interact with the instructors for tips on how to make learning more efficient for your…
Find out more »WISE Girls and WISE Boys Club 2019-2020 (Ages 6-12)
Mindset skills for success, confidence, and happiness for your children Hello parents! Do you want your children to: - Develop powerful thinking skills – mindset skills – that will enable them to handle the ups and downs of growing up? - Have the resources they need so they don’t get down on themselves or give up on themselves? - Learn a powerful way of thinking so that they are confident and prepared to choose the right path in life? -…
Find out more »Oil Painting at Winged Canvas Art Hub
This is a class for teens and adults to learn and experiment with different oil painting techniques and subject matter. We'll show you all the basics, from creating an underpainting to mixing colour to blending/layering techniques, to value and composition. Studies include master copies of famous painters, still life, landscapes, portraits, and more. Students will have creative license and flexibility with their subject matter and receive personalized instruction suitable to their level and interests. For more information, visit our website:…
Find out more »Paint & Popcorn, Kids Canvas Workshop
Paint, Popcorn and Fun, who could ask for more? Every other Saturday we offer a different workshop design for kids to have some fun, learn some tricks for painting, enjoy some popcorn and create a fabulous piece of art.
Find out more »Kinderflute – Luna’s Magic Flute
Join innovative music teacher Stéphanie Superle for an introductory Kinderflute program. Accompanied by a pianist, she will be sharing the story and music of Luna’s Magic flute. Adapting the tale into a musical story, Stephanie brings Luna to life with lovely illustrations and storytelling. The Kinderflute method, designed for children aged four to eight, incorporates a wide range of games, breathing exercises, listening, movement, and other fun group activities. Kids have so much fun, they don’t even realize they’re learning!…
Find out more »October 2019
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 »Winter Baseball Clinic (ages 6 – 10)
We offer instructional baseball programs for boys and girls ages 4 - 13 of all skill levels throughout the school year! Our goal is to improve each player's skills, with an emphasis on fun, fair play and teamwork. Our T-Ball and Baseball programs starting in September will be outdoors on the diamond. We will head indoors starting in October where we run a variety of drills, competitions, and modified games allowing participants to experience all aspects of the game while…
Find out more »Winter Baseball Clinic (ages 9 – 13)
We offer instructional baseball programs for boys and girls ages 4 - 13 of all skill levels throughout the school year! Our goal is to improve each player's skills, with an emphasis on fun, fair play and teamwork. Our T-Ball and Baseball programs starting in September will be outdoors on the diamond. We will head indoors starting in October where we run a variety of drills, competitions, and modified games allowing participants to experience all aspects of the game while…
Find out more »PA Day Camp at the Scarborough Museum
This boredom busting PA Day Camp at Scarborough Museum gives kids ages 6 to 11 a chance to bake over the hearth, play games, make crafts and enjoy outdoor fun in the park! Scarborough Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto's many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum interprets the development of Scarborough from its founding and early settlement to its growth and emergence as a major suburb in the 20th century.
Find out more »Art Fundamentals
Learn the FUNdamentals of Drawing, Shading, 2D & 3D Design, Sketching, Still Life. Our Art Programs are facilitated by our Child & Youth Care Practitioners. Children & Youth of all exceptionalities are welcome We have 3 classes for ages 3-5, 6-8 & 9-12
Find out more »Sunday FUNday – We DIG Archaeology!
Interact with artefacts from Oshawa's Ancestral Wendat archaeological sites at our Sunday FUNday! Found in 1967 and 1992 these excavations have provided us a link to Oshawa's pre-history. Learn about tools of the trade, dating techniques and put together clay pots! View artefacts on display from past digs at the Museum. Sunday FUNdays are held on the first Sunday of the month. Admission is free and allows you to interact with Museum staff and its collection. 12—4 pm in the…
Find out more »Opera Lab: Movement & Dance
Movement and dance are a key part of storytelling in Dvořák’s Rusalka, a familiar fairytale about a beautiful mermaid who falls in love with a human prince. Discover how ballet is cleverly used in this opera to highlight the divide between the human world and the supernatural. No previous experience with opera is necessary. Participants are selected based on the interest and relevance demonstrated in their online application.
Find out more »Big Day Off at the Toronto Zoo
Kids will be excited to spend their break from school at the Zoo's PA Day Camp! Campers will have fun touring the Zoo and exploring what animals do when the weather changes. The day will include a behind-the-scenes encounter, animal-related activities, games, and more! COST: $50 (Member)/$60 (Non-member). Participants must be ages 4 to 12. *Cost is per individual Before & After Care option available.
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