Baby & Preschooler Drop-in Program Descriptions

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For you and your littles! Explore the various early literacy and play programs at the library. View the current program calendar for babies and preschoolers.

Baby Rhyme Time

A program for newborn babies to infants 12 months old and their adult caregivers. With lots of music, rhymes, tickles and bounces, come prepared to have fun with your baby! Some branches may offer Baby Play & Chat time after storytime.

Family Storytime

A special storytime perfect for families with children 5 and younger.

Mini Math

Let's count, name shapes, make patterns, and have fun! Try hands-on activities that develop early numeracy and pre-literacy skills. Ages 1 to 5 with adult caregiver participation.

Mini Movement

Bring your little ones for a fun and interactive play session. Be ready to jump, crawl, and move together. Drop in anytime. Ages 1 to 5 with adult caregiver participation.

Mini Playdate

Bring your little ones for a fun and interactive play session. Be ready to play, explore, discover, and create together. Drop in anytime. Ages 0 to 5 with adult caregiver participation.

Mini Tinker Time

Explore, design, build, and discover! Hands-on activities using structures and simple tools. Ages 1 to 5 with adult caregiver participation.

Mother Goose with Baby Play & Chat

Together with adult caregivers, we share the power and pleasure of rhymes and songs designed to connect with your child and encourage their development. Included at the end of each session is some talk time for adults to ask questions and socialize. Some branches may offer Mother Goose without Baby Play & Chat.

Presented by ROCK EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Music & Rhythm Storytime

Noisy fun for ages 1 to 5 with adult caregiver participation. Listen to a story, sing, dance, and explore musical instruments!

PJ Storytime

Get ready for bed with us! Wear your pyjamas, bring your favourite stuffie or blanket, and join us for stories, songs, and rhymes. Perfect for families with children ages 6 and younger.

Teddy Bear Picnic

Bring your teddy bear and blanket, and come for a fun morning of songs, stories, rhymes, and activities. For little ones up to two years old and their caregivers. May not be offered year-round.

Presented by ROCK EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

Tales for Toddlers

Have fun with your toddler! Come for stories, music, songs and rhymes geared to toddlers 12 to 36 months old who are actively exploring their world and developing social skills. Children must be accompanied by their adult caregiver.