Early Years Winter 2016 Children Services by City of Port Coquitlam

Children Services WINTER PROGRAMS 2016 EARLY YEARS 0-6YRS

HEALTHY FAMILIES LIKE TO PLAY! Unplug and Connect!!! Come for the Fun and Stay for the Friends!

Children Services strives to create new and exciting programs for children in the early years to meet the needs of our community. We welcome your input and love to hear your ideas and comments. If a program interests you, but the schedule and time doesn’t fit, we may be able to create a new program for you. (10 children min) Contact: Jenna Wagner – Program Assistant – Early Years 0-6yrs 604-927-5294 or e-mail wagnerj@portcoquitlam.ca

Program Transitions

Children Services values Families and Children’s experiences in the early years, we have created programs that transition into one another to help with a child’s growth and development. Drop in Program Gym a Zoo Time for Gym Playmania Playzone Peek-A-Boo

Parent Participantion Hand in Hand Gymbalaya Mother Goose Soccer Tots and Parents

Transition Programs Ready Set Go Preschool Prep

Preschool Program Too many to list Gen. Interest Active living/ sports Arts/Culture Kinderbegin & Tons of fun

Playschool Hyde Creek Rec Complex Central Connect Program

DROP IN PROGRAMS PLAYMANIA (1-6yrs)

Join friends in the Mabbett Room at the Poco Rec Complex for arts, crafts, plenty of toys, ride on cars, and theme weeks. We encourage you to play, play, play! Parents can connect over coffee for $2 while the kids play! Bring your smiles! Rec Complex Tu, Th 9:30-11:30am Jan 19-Mar 8 Drop in $3/each $5/2 children

PEEK-a-BOO! (1-6yrs)

Discover time with your family and friends. Free play, art time and circle time are included. Come explore with your little ones a variety of music, imagination play, and painting fun each week. Make this class your, Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Meet Group! Rec Complex 11871 M Jan 18-Mar 7 10am-12pm $14 Drop ins welcome $3/each $5/2 children.

GYM-A-Z00 (1-6yrs)

Spend some quality time with friends in the community at Gym-A-Zoo. Climbing equipment, plasma cars, sports play or imaginations soar with 100 rubber zoo ducks. Hyde Creek Th 9:30-11:30am Jan 21-Mar 10 Drop in $3/each $5/2 children

TIME FOR GYM (1-6yrs)

Run, Jump, Giggle, and Play! This program offers families the opportunity to have a lot of fun with a free play atmosphere! Stations will be set up for your use including soccer, floor hockey and other active stations, a small ball pit, and fun ride on toys. We end play time off with running races, songs and parachute play. Hyde Creek F 9:30-11:30am Jan 22-Mar 11 Drop in $3/each $5/2 children

PARENT PARTICIPATION

Gymbalaya (2-3yrs)

Tumble, jump, balance and play. The focus will be on moving to music, socialization through play, parachute games and a fun introduction to our gymnastics program. Hyde Creek 11872 M Jan 18-Mar 7 9-10:15am $42

Mother Goose (0-5yrs)

Mother Goose is a program for parents and their children ages 0 to 5. This program is offered in partnership with Westcoast Family Resource Society. Children and parents will learn songs, rhymes and stories they can enjoy for many months to come. Registration required. Outlet 11876 Th Jan 21-Mar 10 6-7:30pm Free

Come for the Fun and Stay for the Friends!

â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you never did you should. These things are fun and fun is good.â&#x20AC;? - Dr. Seuss

Soccer Tots and Parents (2-6yrs)

Run, play, kick and have fun with a soccer ball and each other. A staff person will introduce games and activities that you could play with your child. This is a fun parent participation program for children 2 years and up. Hyde Creek 11874 Sa Jan 23-Mar 12 10-10:30am $26 11875 Sa Jan 23-Mar 12 12:15-12:45pm $26

“Today is gone. Today was fun. Tomorrow is another one.” - Dr. Seuss

Hand in Hand (1-4yrs) Craft, games, songs and social interactions with other parents and children under the guidance of our experienced staff. Infant brothers and sisters are welcome too.

Hyde Creek

(5-7yrs)

11873 F Jan 22-Mar 11 10:30-11:30am $40

“Each day of our lives we make deposits in the memory banks of our children.” — Charles R. Swindoll

Kinder-Begin (3-5yrs) Recreational learning and play in a positive, active and happy atmosphere, with classroom activities. Please send your child with a light snack and lunch. Hyde Creek, Program Room 1 11882 M

9-11am

Jan 18-Mar 7

$77

Begin & Swim (3-5yrs) Recreational introduction to learning and play. Participants will be engaged in activities in the gymnasium and in the pool. Please send your child with a snack, lunch and dressed in their swimming attire. Drop off will take place in Program Room #2 and pick up will take place on the Pool Wharf.

Hyde Creek, Program Room 1 11 am-1 pm 11883 M

Jan 18-Mar 7

$98

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Children see magic because they look for it.â&#x20AC;? - Christopher Moore

SOCCER TOTS PROGRAM

Is an Active Start program. Soccer- Parents and Tots 2 yrs +, Soccer for 2’s & 3’s, Soccer for 3’s, Soccer Tots (3-5yrs), Soccer Tots (4-6yrs), Afterschool Active – Soccer at Hyde Creek. Basic movement and sport skills are taught through fun games and activities. You can join at any level.

Soccer Tots (3-5yrs)

Basic movement and sport skills are taught through fun games and activities. You can join at any level. A great opportunity to play the game and make friends.

The best way to make children good is to make them h appy.” — Oscar Wild e

Hyde Creek 11878 M Jan 18-Mar 7 1:15-2:15pm $40

Soccer For 3’s (3yrs)

Basic movement and sport skills are taught through fun games and activities. You can join at any level. Hyde Creek 11879 Sa Jan 23-Mar 12 10:45-11:30am $32 11880 Sa Jan 23-Mar 12 11:30-12:15am $32

Soccer Tots (4-6yrs)

Basic movement and sport skills are taught through fun games and activities. Hyde Creek 11881 Sa Jan 23-Mar 12 9-10am $40

Holiday Mix Up (3-5yrs) ‘NEW’

Join us in January and create a Winter Wonderland. Come explore winter focused crafts and science discovery. Join us in February and create special Valentines. We will make crafts and some sweet treats to share. A whole bunch of friendship in one fun little class. Hyde Creek 11911 TH Jan 28 10am-12pm $15 11912 TH Feb 11 10am-12pm $15

Little Rock Band (3-5yrs) ‘NEW’

Kids can Rock and Roll! Preschoolers will explore songs, rhymes and will explore various instruments for a fun program to experience Music! Join Miss Leslie to sing songs and gain a love of making music while being part of the Little Rock Band! Hyde Creek 11888 TH Jan 21-Mar 10 11:30am-1:30pm $112

Local Heros ‘NEW’

Your children will learn about local heroes and even have some come in and meet them! They will learn about things like railway safety, or even what it means to be a firefighter. Let us help your child become a little local hero! Rec Complex 12549 M Jan 18-Mar 7 1-2:30pm $77

Little Contractors (3-5yrs) ‘NEW’

Building cities can be tough, but we are here to help! Bring your preschooler to a class filled with building. From creating forts, to building a tower, your child will learn some basic building skills while having fun! Preschoolers should be ready to explore different materials while making new friends. Let’s make some amazing structures! Hyde Creek 11897 W Jan 22-Mar 11 12:45-2:15pm $88

What a Mess! (3-5yrs) ‘NEW’

Everything you may not want your kids to do at home. Get down, get messy, get dirty and have fun creating! Children grow and build friendships through PLAY and eating together. Please pack a lunch. Port Coquitlam Rec Complex 11895 F Jan 22-Mar 11 11:30am-1:30pm

$98

ART Around the World (3-5yrs) ‘NEW’

Explore different art and learn about cultures from around the world. Create, discover and be inspired by a variety of nation’s art. Hyde Creek 11896 M Jan 18-Mar 7 12:45-2:15pm $88

Active Dress Up (3-5yrs) ‘NEW’

Do your preschoolers love to play dress up? Encourage your children’s imagination through active play while dressed up. Children will get dressed up and role play and participate in activities surrounding the theme of the day. Themes could include royalty, pirates, or even rescue heroes! Hyde Creek 11894 F Jan 20-Mar 9 12:45-2:15pm $88

Basketball Mini (3-5yrs)

Basketball Fun! Look out NBA - these preschoolers are learning to bounce, shoot and pass! An active start to the sport of basketball. Rec Complex 11889 Th Jan 21-Mar 10 12:45-2:15pm $64

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Play and Sports (3-5yrs) ‘NEW’ Connect through play and group eating fun. Play sports of all sorts. This is a connect program which can be added with the Playschool Program to extend your preschoolers day. Please pack a lunch. Port Coquitlam Rec Complex 11:30am-1:30pm

11877 W

Jan 20-Mar 9

$112

Hot Shots (3-5yrs) Let’s run, throw and jump so we can take part in sports like soccer, basketball, baseball and more. This program includes fundamental movement skills that help children develop physical literacy and an introduction to the wonderful world of sports. Hyde Creek 11884 F Sep 25-Oct 30 12:45-2:15pm $64

Indoor Floor Hockey Tots (3-5yrs)

Learn proper movement skills that assist with a focus on playing the sport of hockey. Run, shoot and Score! Rec Complex 11885 T Jan 19-Mar 8 12:45-2:15pm $64

Gymnastics Tots (3-5yrs)

Learn some basic movement and tumbling skills. Class will include games, races and a mini-circuit to practice the skills taught in class. A fun active start to the sport of gymnastics. Hyde Creek 11886 T Jan 19-Mar 8 12:45-2:15pm $64

“Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded.” — Jess Lair register: www.experienceit.ca or 604.927.PLAY

DANCE TOTS - HYDE CREEK (2-8yrs)

While enjoying movement your child will learn the fundamentals of dance and explore creativity and imagination in a fun and educational environment. Program progressions: Tiny Tot Dance (2-3 yrs), Levels 1(3-4yrs), & 2(4-6yrs). The next step is Let’s Dance Club Junior (5-7yrs) and Intermediate (7-10yrs). For information please call Instructor - Miss Annette at 604.612.9044.

Hyde Creek Tiny Tots (2-3yrs) 11898 Tu 9-9:30am 11901 Tu 10:30-11am 11899 Sa 9-9:30am 11900 Sa 9:30-10am LEVEL 1 (3-4yrs) 11902 Tu 9:30-10:30am 11903 Sa 10-11am LEVEL 2 (4-6yrs) 11904 Tu 11am-12pm 11905 Tu 4:30-5:30pm 11906 Sa 11am-12pm

Jan 19-Mar 8 $64 Jan 19-Mar 8 $64 Jan 23-Mar 12 $64 Jan 23-Mar 12 $64

Rec Jan 19-Mar 8 Complex $128 Jan 23-Mar 12 Tony Tots (2-3yrs) 11907 M $128 9-9:30am 11908 M 9:30-10am Jan 19-Mar 8

Jan 18-Mar 7 $56 Jan 18-Mar 7 $56

Jan 18-Mar 7 $112

LEVEL 2 (4-6yrs) 11910 M 11am-12pm

Jan 18-Mar 7 $112

$128 LEVEL 1 (3-4yrs) Jan 19-Mar 8 11909 M $128 10-11am Jan 23-Mar 12 $128

“Today is gone. Today was fun. Tomorrow is another one.” - Dr. Seuss

Transition Programs Ready Set Go (2.5-4yrs)

This program will assist you and your preschooler in becoming comfortable with your child staying on their own in a classroom setting. Parents must remain in the building. We encourage honest communication when leaving your child on their own. Free play and an introduction to circle time included. Hyde Creek 11893 W Jan 20-Mar 9 9:15-10:15am $40 11892 F Jan 22-Mar 11 9:15-10:15am $40

Preschool Prep (2.5-4yrs)

This fun-filled class is designed to help your child prepare for the routines of preschool or kindergarten. This structured program will include circle time, learning time, music, crafts and snack time. Hyde Creek 11890 M Jan 18-Mar 7 10:30am-12pm $40 11891 W Jan 20-Mar 9 10:30am-12pm $48

“Each day of our lives we make deposits in the memory banks of our children.” — Charles R. Swindoll

Little Chefs (3-5yrs)

Children will participate in creating yummy, healthy dishes. Each child will receive a recipe book for all the wonderful dishes they have created. Please send a container so your little chef can take a sample home! Hyde Creek 11887 T 11:30am-1:30pm

Jan 19-Mar 8 $112

The best way to make children good is to make them happy.” — Oscar Wilde

Clothes, toys and treasures do not grow. Kids Do! Sat April 2 2016 - 9am to 12pm Port Coquitlam - Hyde Creek 1379 Laurier Ave - FREE Admission Table Rentals for $20 or Business Table $25 Registration starts January 25 2016 â&#x20AC;˘ 604.927.7946, In Person or book Online*

*Note if you wish to choose a table location, please call.

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Experience BC Family Day with us! MOnday Feb 8 2016 1-3pm Hyde Creek - GYM Families Do Gym-a-Zoo Drop-in Playtime For families with children 10yrs and under. 1-3pm in the gym - FREE

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FACILITIES Hyde Creek Recreation Centre 1379 Laurier Avenue Port Coquitlam BC 604.927.7946 Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex 2150 Wilson Avenue Port Coquitlam BC 604.927.7970

“Children need models rather than critics.” — Joseph Joubert

Program Info: Jenna Wagner - Program Assistant Early Years 0-5yrs 604.927.5294 or wagnerj@portcoquitlam.ca Sarina Mawji - Program Assistant Children 5-10yrs 604.927.5292 or mawjis@portcoquitlam.ca Janis Dancs - Program Coordinator Children Services 604.927.5182 or dancsj@portcoquitlam.ca