Program Guide. Leeds and Grenville

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Leeds and Grenville

Program Guide

A listing of community

programs for families

with children of any

age from infants to

teens, as well as parent

education that is

happening throughout

the communities of

Leeds and Grenville

.

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This guide is a project of the Ontario Early Years Centre, a program of the

United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.

The information included in this guide is collected from many different agencies

and all are free of charge, unless there is a fee mentioned. Each listing has

information about times and locations, and most have a telephone number for

further information. If you have a question about a particular listing, please call

the contact number first.

Inclusion of a group or program in this resource does not imply endorsement by

the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. Every effort is made to ensure the

accuracy of information in this calendar, and we apologize for any errors.

For more information please call 1-866-433-8933 ex. 2374.

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PARENT EDUCATION

Feeding Your Baby Solid Food

Feeding your baby solid food is an exciting time that comes with many questions. Join this one hour workshop to learn about the signs that your baby is ready for solid food, which and how much food to start with, allergies and more. Don’t miss this hands-on experience where you will also be preparing and tasting homemade baby food! Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Sept. 24 (Thursday) 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Brockville OEYC, 166 Pearl St. E.

Oct. 26 (Monday) 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Kemptville OEYC, 33 Clothier St.

Triple P Seminar

Learn about the power of positive parenting and how to raise resilient, confident and competent children. Refreshments provided. Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Oct. 6 - 20 (Tuesdays) 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Grenville Mutual Bldg., 380 Colonnade Dr., Kemptville

Sept. 24 - Oct. 8 (Thursdays) 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit 458 Laurier Blvd., Brockville

Register at:

https://brockville-triplep.eventbrite.com/ or contact Kathy Spratt at 1-800-660-5853

Infant CPR

Parents are invited to attend a FREE session on basic Infant CPR facilitated by a Paramedic from Leeds & Grenville Paramedic Services. Please note that this is not a certified training.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Nov. 2 (Monday) 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Nov. 5 (Thursday) 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Kemptville OEYC, 33 Clothier St., Sanders St. entrance

Children’s Mental Health Staff

Visit OEYC’s:

Children’s Mental Health of Leeds and Grenville will be visiting OEYC Play and Learn programs this fall to answer questions and provide information on a variety of child development and behavioural topics:

TOPICS:

September- Development and Social Skills

October - Behavioural Management Strategies

November - Effective Chart Building

December - Temperament

Gananoque OEYC, Tuesdays,

Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 15, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Prescott OEYC, Wednesdays, Sept. 16 & Oct. 14, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Kemptville OEYC, Thursdays,

Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 12, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Brockville OEYC, Fridays,

Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Cardinal, Benson Public School, Fridays,

Oct. 9, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, 9:30 - 11:30 am

For more info: call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

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Kids Have Stress Too!

A parent, caregiver and educator workshop designed to help parents better understand childhood stress and to help them teach their children ways to manage anxiety and stress. Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374 Nov. 3 - 17(Tuesdays) 6:30 - 8:00 pm Grenville Mutual Ins. Co., 380 Colonnade Dr., Kemptville

Breastfeeding Support Drop-In

La Leche League Canada

Mother-to-Mother breastfeeding information and support facilitated by an accredited Leader, plus lending library and refreshments. Babies and toddlers welcome! Free.

Brockville & Area

Sept. - Dec. (2nd_{Wednesday of each month)} 6:30 - 8:15 pm

Brockville OEYC, 166 Pearl St. E.

For more info: call Julie, 613-925-0067

North Grenville & Area

Sept. - Dec. (4th_{Thursday of each month)} 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Kemptville OEYC, 33 Clothier St. (Sanders St. entrance)

For more info: call Linda, 613-258-4667

Good Food for a Healthy Baby

A prenatal nutrition program. Come and relax with us and have fun! Free.

For more info: call Joane Morin, 1-888-284-2204, ext. 106

Sept. 14 - Dec. 21 (Mondays)

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Prescott OEYC, 490 Jessup St. (Hyde St. Entrance)

Sept. 14 - Dec. 21 (Mondays) 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Brockville Wesleyan Church, 33 Central Ave. E.

Parent Education and Support

Parent-Child interaction, baby-child check-ups and guest speakers. Free.

For more info: call Country Roads

Community Health Centre, Early Years Team, 1-888-998-9927, ext. 246

Elgin Group

Sept. – Dec. (1st_{Monday of the month)} 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Elgin Municipal Complex, 47 Main St.

Portland Group

Sept. – Dec. (3rd_{Monday of the month)} 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Rd.

Delta Group:

Sept. – Dec. (2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month), (4th is cooking) 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Delta Baptist Church, 24 King St.

Breast Feeding Buddies

Breastfeeding support and infant check-ups. Guest speakers periodically. Free.

For more info: call Country Roads

Community Health Centre, Early Years Team, 1-888-998-9927, ext. 246

Sept. - Dec. (4th Monday of the month) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Rd.

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Positive Parenting

Café

Come and explore solutions to normal, everyday parenting challenges! Free.

BROCKVILLE OEYC, 166 Pearl St. E.

Behaviour in School

Sept. 15 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Supporting Your Partner Oct. 6 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Parenting Q & A

Nov. 3 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Coping with Stress

Dec. 1 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm

KEMPTVILLE, Grenville Mutual Ins. Co., 380 Colonnade Dr. Bedtime Routines Sept. 29 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm Behaviour in School Oct. 27 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm Going Shopping Nov. 24 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Coping with Stress

Dec. 8 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm

GANANOQUE OEYC, 375 William St. S.

Bedtime Routines Sept. 23 (Wednesday) 6:30 - 8:00 pm Whining Nov. 18 (Wednesday) 9:30 - 11:00 am Register on-line: www.healthunit.org/children/triplep/ or call: 1-800-660-5853

INFANT PROGRAMS

Baby Rhyme Time

For parents and their babies, birth to 12 months, focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs and stories together in a group setting. Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Sept. 11 - Oct. 30 (Fridays) 10:00 - 11:30 am

Oct. 8 - Nov. 26 (Thursdays) 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Oct. 19 - Dec. 7(Mondays) 1:30 - 3:00 pm Gananoque OEYC, 375 William St. S.

Sign Language With Baby

Learn American Sign Language with your baby through songs, stories and activities. Birth - 12 months. No siblings. Bring a blanket. Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Sept. 14 - Oct. 5 (Mondays) 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Twinkle Little Stars

For babies born after Nov. 1, 2014 and their caregivers. Lots of rhyming, bouncing and singing. No siblings. Limit 15 babies. Free.

To register: visit www.ngpl.ca

Sept. 21 - Nov. 16 (Mondays) 10:00 - 10:45 am

North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water St., Kemptville

Babytime

A half hour of songs and rhymes to help your

baby’s pre-literacy skills followed by half an hour of tummy time for babies and socialization for

babies and their parents. Free.

For more info: call 613-658-5575

Sept. 24 - Dec. 3(Thursdays) 10:30 - 11:30 am Edwardsburgh-Cardinal Public Library,

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Library Bookworms: Babies

An interactive story time program for babies birth - 12 months, featuring books, rhymes and songs. Free.

To register: call 613-342-3936, ext. 24 Oct. 7 - Nov. 25 (Wednesdays) 10:30 - 11:30 am Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell St.

TODDLER PROGRAMS

Rhythm & Rhyme Toddler Time

Stories, songs and much, much more for children and their dads, moms, grandparents and

caregivers. Ages 18 - 36 months. Registration preferred. Free.

To register: call 613-387-3909 or email [email protected]

Sept. 15 - Dec. 22 (Tuesdays)

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Leeds and the Thousand Islands Public Library - Seeley’s Bay Branch, 150 Main St.

Library Bookworms: Tots

Interactive story time program for children (13 - 30 months) featuring books, music, rhymes, and early literacy & numeracy activities. Free.

To register: call 613-342-3936, ext. 24

Oct. 7 - Nov. 25 (Wednesdays) 9:30 - 10:00 am

Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell St.

PRESCHOOL

PROGRAMS

Story Time at the Prescott Public

Library

For dads, moms, grandparents and caregivers with children birth to 6 years of age. Visit the Library for story time and activities. Share the joy of reading and spark your child’s curiosity with books. Free.

To register call 613-925-4340

Sept. 18 - Oct. 23 and Nov. 13 - Dec. 18

(Fridays) 10:00 - 11:30 am

Prescott Public Library, 360 Dibble St. W.

BABYTALK

Baby Talk is a drop-in group for mothers, fathers and their babies’ age birth to one year. Come and join this supportive and relaxed atmosphere. It is a chance to meet people, have your questions answered, and seek support around the care and feeding of your baby.

Each week a different topic will be presented or information provided. Parents may drop in and access information on a variety of topics. Free.

Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:30 am Prescott

Ontario Early Years Centre

TR Leger School 490 Jessup St. (Hyde St. Entrance)

Tuesdays, 1:30 - 3:00 pm Brockville

Commonwealth Public S chool 166 Pearl St. E.

Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3:00 pm Kemptville

(Sanders St. Entrance) 33 Clothier St.

Thursdays, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Gananoque

Ontario Early Years Centre 375 William St. S.

For more info: call the Ontario Early Years Centre, 1-866-433-8933 x 2374 or the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, 1-800-660-5853.

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Mini Mind Masters

A fun, versatile, interactive program for

parents/caregivers and children 3 - 6 years, that helps children build positive living skills which they can use anytime, anywhere for the rest of their lives. Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Nov. 16 - Dec. 7 (Mondays) 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Preschool Story Time

Come in for an hour of stories, songs and crafts

to help your child with pre-literacy skills and

getting ready for kindergarten. Free.

Sept. 24 - Dec. 3(Thursdays) 2:00 - 3:00 pm Edwardsburgh-Cardinal Public Library,

Cardinal Branch, 618 County Rd. 2

Library Bookworms: Tykes

Interactive story time program for children (2 - 4 years) featuring books, music, rhymes, early literacy & numeracy activities and opportunities for cooperative play. Free.

To register: call 613-342-3936, ext. 24

Oct. 6- Nov. 24 (Tuesdays) 10:00 - 11:00 am OR Oct. 8 - Nov. 26 (Thursdays) 10:00 - 11:00 am

Getting Ready For Kindergarten

Building on literacy skills for Kindergarten. For children born Jan. 1 - June 30, 2012.

Parent/Caregiver must stay in library during the program. Limit 15 children. Free.

Sept. 22 - Nov. 24 (Tuesdays) 10:00 - 11:00 am

Ontario Early Years

Centre

Play & Learn

Schedule

A program for dads, moms, grandparents, caregivers and their children birth to 6 years.

Join us for art, playdough, learning and fun!

Free.

For more info:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374 Brockville, Commonwealth Public School, 166 Pearl St. E.

Mon - Fri., 9:00 - 11:30 am Wed., 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell St.

Starts Sept. 12, Saturdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Kemptville, 31 Clothier St. (Sanders St. Entrance)

Mon. - Thurs., 9:30 - 11:30 am Tues., 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Prescott, TR Leger School, 490 Jessup St. (Hyde St. Entrance)

Wed. & Thurs., 9:30 - 11:30 am

Gananoque, 375 William St. S. Mon., Tues. & Thurs., 9:30 - 11:30 am

Athens, new location: Pineview PS, Room 14, 8 George St., Athens

Starts Sept. 16, Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Cardinal, Benson Public School, 4005 James St.

Starts Sept. 11, Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Elgin, Public Library, 26 Halladay St.

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PROGRAMS

(Adult with Child)

Global Cardboard Challenge

Children are invited to build or create anything they can dream up using cardboard, recycled materials, and imagination. Birth - 6 years, older siblings welcome. Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Oct. 10 (Saturday) 9:30 - 11:00 am

Brockville Public Library - Meeting Room, lower level, 23 Buell St.

Family Fall Day

Join us for outdoor fun fall activities at Limerick Forest. Bring a snack and dress for the weather. For children birth - 6 years with adult. Older siblings welcome. Free.

For information:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Oct. 30 (Friday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Limerick Forest Interpretive Centre 1175 Limerick Rd., Oxford Station

Fire Station Tour

Parents and caregivers, bring your children (birth - 6 years) to the fire station for an interactive tour. Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Nov. 16 (Monday) 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Gananoque Fire Station 340 Herbert St.

Kinderwalk

Join us for a walk on the Kinderwood trail to learn about our local wildlife. For parents, caregivers and their children birth - 6 years. Dress for the weather. Bring your camera. Free.

To register:

Call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Nov. 27 (Friday) 10:00 - 10:45 am

Anniversary Park, Ferguson Forest, Entrance off Highway 43, Kemptville. Please see map

at http://www.northgrenville.ca/files/Kinderwood.j pg

Popcorn and PJ’s

Families and children birth - 6 years, visit us for story time at the library. Snacks and happy tales

abound. Snack provided. Free.

For more info: call 613-928-2277 or email [email protected]

Sept. 8 - Dec. 22 (Tuesdays) 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Leeds and the Thousand Islands Public Library, Lansdowne Branch, 1B Jessie St.

Shake Rattle and Read

Stories, songs and much, much more for children birth - 6 years and their dads, moms,

grandparents and caregivers. Snack provided. Registration preferred. Free.

To register: call 613-928-2277 or email [email protected]

Sept. 9 - Dec. 23 (Wednesdays) 9:30 - 11:00 am

Leeds and the Thousand Islands Public Library, Lyndhurst Branch, 426 Lyndhurst Rd.

Cardinal Playgroup

A parent-run playgroup for parents, caregivers and their children birth to 6 years of age. Free.

For more info: call Anna, 613-246-8550

Sept. - Dec. (Tuesdays) 9:00 - 11:30 am

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Merrickville Cooperative

Playgroup

A parent-run playgroup for parents, caregivers and their children birth to 6 years of age. Small cost per visit.

For more info: call Mareesa, 613-355-3355

Sept. - Dec. (Wednesdays) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Merrickville Community Centre, 106 Read St.

Bedtime Story Hour

Story hour for families with children birth - 12 years. Juice and cookies provided. Free.

For more info: visit www.ngpl.ca

Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15

(Tuesdays) 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Books with Babies and Toddlers

Too

For dads, moms, grandparents and caregivers with babies and toddlers. Visit the library for stories, songs and rhymes. Share the joy of reading and spark your child’s curiosity with books. Snack provided. Free.

To register: call 613-382-2436

Sept. 16 - Oct. 7 (Wednesdays) 10:00 - 11:00 am Gananoque Public Library, 100 Park St.

Sarah’s Circle

Pre-school literacy drop-in program. Limit 20 children. Birth - 6 years. Free.

Sept. 21 - Dec. 15 (Mondays & Tuesdays)

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Friday Fun Day

Drop-in story time. One Friday a month will be in French. Limit 20 children. Birth - 6 years. Free.

Sept. 25 - Dec. 11 (Fridays) 10:00 - 11:00 am

Family Movie Night

We will be showing a family movie on the big screen. Bring your own snacks and join in the

fun with your family and friends. Free.

4th_{Wednesday of the month, Sept. 23, Oct. 28,}

Nov. 25, Dec. 23

6:00 - 7:30 pm

Juice Jam

An hour of music, songs, finger-plays and movement. Birth - 12 years. Free.

Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5 (Saturdays)

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Trick or Treat at your Library

Come in during library hours on Halloween morning for a craft and some treats. Free.

Oct. 31 (Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library, Cardinal Branch, 618 County Rd. 2

Oct. 31 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library, Spencerville Branch, 5 Henderson St.

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Christmas LEGO® Contest and

Christmas Open House Event

Families with one or more children under the age of 16 work together to design and create a one-of-a-kind entry for the Gananoque Public Library LEGO® Christmas village open to public voting. Discover winners at a holiday

celebration. Families must fill out an entry form with a creation title. Creations may be built on a base no larger than 11” x 11” for library display. Submissions may be entered at Gananoque Public Library, 100 Park St. Free. LEGO® prizes awarded.

Submission deadline: Nov. 28 (Saturday) Public Voting: Nov. 30 - Dec. 11

Open House: Dec. 15 (Saturday), Winner announcement at 1:00 pm Gananoque Public Library, 100 Park St.

Holiday Celebration

Come celebrate the holidays with our

community friends. Birth - 6 years. Can bring a peanut-free snack to share. Free.

For more info:

call OEYC 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Dec. 4 (Friday) 9:30 - 11:30 am

North Grenville Fire Station, 259 Cty. Rd. 44, Kemptville

Dec. 10 (Thursday) 9:00 - 11:30 am

SCHOOL-AGE

PROGRAMS

Make That!

Drop in to our kids’ makerspace and explore your creative side. You can think of our

makerspace as a Mini-Craftapalooza and LEGO® Club swirled into one. We supply the materials, you provide the inspiration! Fun for all ages. Free.

For more info call 613-342-3936, ext. 24 Sept. - Dec. (Saturdays) 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell St.

Unravelled

Love to knit or crochet? Want to learn? Bring your projects along and socialize with other yarn-happy people in a fun, relaxed

environment. All ages. Drop-in. Free.

For more info: call 613-342-3936, ext. 24

Sept. - Dec. (Tuesdays) 3:30 - 5:00 pm

LEGO® at the Library

Come in and make your very own LEGO® creations! Note: this program is not run by staff, so parent supervision is required. Free.

3rd_{Saturday of the month, Sept. - Dec.}

10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library, Spencerville Branch, 5 Henderson St.

4thSaturday of the month, Sept. - Nov. and 3rd Saturday of Dec. 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library, Cardinal Branch, 618 County Rd. 2

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Game On!

Drop in and play awesome board games like Monopoly, Battleship and Twister; or test your skills with Just Dance, Rock Band and Mario Kart on the Wii. Ages 8 - 12 years. Free.

Sept. - Dec. (Thursdays) 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Maker Space

Maker Space is a place to experiment, innovate and MAKE something out of your idea. We provide the space - you provide the imagination. Free.

Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 9

(Wednesdays) 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Sept. 16 - Dec. 23(Wednesdays) 6:30 - 7:30 pm Leeds and the Thousand Islands Public Library, Lansdowne Branch, 1B Jessie St.

Kid’s Club

Join in the fun and games at the library every Thursday night. Free.

Sept. 10 - Dec. 17 (Thursdays) 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Leeds and the Thousand Islands Public Library, Seeley’s Bay Branch, 150 Main St.

Sept. 24, Oct. 29, Nov. 26, Dec. 17

(Thursdays) 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Leeds and the Thousand Islands Public Library, Escott Branch, 1365 County Rd. 2

Maker Space

Workshops for children ages 6 to 12 years, using STEAM education (science, technology,

engineering, art and math). Free.

Sept. 28 - Dec. 7. (Mondays) 3:30 - 5:00 pm

North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water St.,

Scary Story Contest

Children ages 6-12 years develop writing and creativity skills by completing a scary story while having a chance to win a cash prize and a public

reading of their story. 4th_{annual community}

event in partnership with MyFM.

Submissions entered from October 1 - 23

through teachers at local schools and to Gananoque Public Library. Free. Prizes to be awarded in two age categories.

Winners announced in schools on Friday, Oct. 30. Reading will take place at the library at 1:00 pm on Saturday, Oct. 31.

Gananoque Public Library, 100 Park St.

Reading Buddies

Teens helping school-age children with literacy skills. Free.

Oct. 1 - Nov. 19 (Thursdays) 3:30 - 5:00 pm

TEEN PROGRAMS

Teen Programs

A variety of teen programming including Maker Space, Game-on and Book Clubs. Snacks provided. Free.

Sept. 18 - Dec. 18 (Fridays) 2:30 - 5:00 pm

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Drop Everything!

An open, inclusive, fun place for teens to hang out and connect with friends: watch movies, play Wii games, discuss anime, draw, listen to music or just be. Teen Drop-in, ages 13 + years. Free.

Sept. - Dec. (Wednesdays) 2:30 - 4:30 pm

PROFESSIONAL

WORKSHOPS

Read to Every Kid Every Day

Make & Take Workshop

Early Learning Professionals will learn strategies to foster early literacy skills and will make

activities to use in their play-based environment. Free.

To register:

call OEYC, 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374

Oct. 7 (Wednesday) 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Elizabethtown-Kitley Public Library 4103 County Rd. 29, Brockville

(former Spring Valley Hall beside OPP Station)

Oct. 8 (Thursday) 6:30 - 8:30 pm

St. Edwards Catholic School 51 Bedford St., Westport

Oct. 13 (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Gananoque OEYC, 375 William St., South

Oct. 14 (Wednesday) 6:30 - 8:30 pm

OTHER SERVICES AND

PROGRAMS

Ontario Early Years

Centre

A place for moms, dads, families, caregivers and their children from birth to age 6. Free.

Raising children is hard work and we can help!

In addition to drop-in programs, the OEYC also offers the following programs and services:

• Early Literacy Specialist

• Infant Hearing Screening

• Telephone Support for Parents

• Triple P - Positive Parenting Program

• Parent Workshops-Kids Have Stress Too!

• Infant Programs - Baby Rhyme Time, Sign

Language with Baby, Books with Babies

• Toddler Programs - Art, Gross Motor,

Music, Literacy

• Family Programs - Storytime

• Field Trips

• Book Lending Library

• Professional Development for

Kindergarten teachers, ECE and other early learning professionals

For more information about these programs or services, please call:

1-866-433-8933 x 2374

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Licensed Child Care

The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville and the Ministry of Education strive to foster social and economic development in Ontario by investing in and supporting an affordable, accessible and accountable Child Care System which benefits children, their parents and caregivers, and the broader community.

For more information on licensed child care programs: call 1-800-267-8146, ext. 2119

Child Care Fee Subsidy

The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville manages and determines eligibility for child care fee subsidies for residents of Leeds and Grenville

under the authority of the Day Nurseries Act.

Subsidies are available for children ranging from birth to twelve years of age where the parent(s) is/are employed or enrolled in an educational or retraining program. Child care fee subsidy applies only to contracted licensed child care settings.

To make an appointment: call 1-800-267-8146, ext. 2119

Infant and Child Development

Program

Developmental Program servicing birth to age 6 with concerns with your child’s development. Parental referral.

For more info: 613-345-1662

Developmental Services of Leeds

& Grenville, Children’s Services

Child and Family Supports: Children and Family Community Counsellors offer a variety of clinical and support services for children with

developmental/intellectual disabilities and their families in the Leeds and Grenville areas. Free.

For information or to make a referral: call 1-866-544-5614 or 613-345-1290

First Year, First Visit

Open to all residents of Leeds, Grenville and Lanark that have children 0 - 4 years of age. This allows the caregivers to discuss proper oral care for infants and young children to observe any signs of early childhood tooth decay at an early stage. Age Group: 0 - 4 years.

For more info: call Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, 1-800-660-5853.

Autism Ontario

Autism is a developmental disorder affecting the brain’s normal development of a person’s social and communication skills. Diagnosis of autism usually occurs in early childhood.

These services are located outside of Leeds & Grenville, but provide service to Leeds & Grenville.

Kingston Chapter

361 Montreal St., Kingston

Prenatal Classes

In-Person Prenatal Classes are led by Public Health Nurses and run once per week for 4 weeks. Topics include having a healthy pregnancy, breastfeeding, preparing for labour and delivery and caring for your newborn and yourself.

Online Prenatal Course covers the same topics as the in-person classes and is ideal for families who have scheduling conflicts, like to learn at their own pace, are on bed rest or just want a refresher.

To register: call Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, 1-800-660-5853

Fluoride Varnish Program

The Oral Health Program of the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit considers the use of Fluoride Varnish to be a safe and effective part of a cavity prevention program. The goal of the program is to increase knowledge and decrease incidence of early childhood tooth decay. Age Group: 0 - 6 years

(also available 7 - 17 years).

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Children in Need of Dental

Treatment Program (CINOT)

CINOT is a provincially and municipally funded program for children in need of dental treatment whose family does not have access to dental insurance. This program ensures that Ontario children in need of urgent dental care can receive immediate treatment. Age Group: 0 - 18 years.

A dental screening needs to be completed by a Public Health Registered Dental Hygienist to confirm the child’s urgent dental needs.

For more info: call Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, 1-800-660-5853

Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO)

A no-cost preventive dental program for eligible children to visit a licensed dental provider for cleaning, fillings, x-rays and more. Age Group: 0 - 18 years.

All families that register for HSO must meet the following requirements:

• Residents of Ontario.

• They are members of a household with

an Adjusted Family Net Income of $20,000 per year or below.

• No other access to any form of dental

insurance.

• Treatment can be assessed at

participating dental offices or a Public Health Dental Clinic.

For more info: call Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, 1-800-660-5853

Triple P - Positive Parenting

Program

Locations: Throughout Leeds & Grenville Every parent needs information to help them on their parenting journey. The Triple P Positive Parenting Program can help. Topics range from sleep to toilet learning to homework completion to disobedience.

Leeds and Grenville has a comprehensive Triple P parenting support system for all parents.

For more info: call the Health Action Line at 1-800-660-5853 or

visit www.triplepontario.ca

Children’s Mental Health

Children’s Mental Health provides services for children and their parents, with our Early Years team focusing upon the emotional, behavioural needs of children under six. We provide in home visits, early intervention if you are concerned about your child’s mental health and we work with parents to prepare for kindergarten transitions and offer a range of Triple P individual and group learning activities. There are no charges for services as funding is provided by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services.

Parents can call our Prompt Services at 1-800-809-2494 and ask for help.

Healthy Babies, Healthy Children

A Free program that provides home visits by public health nurses and home visitors to pregnant women and families with children who have not yet started school. Home visits help you learn about:

• Having a healthy pregnancy and birth

• Connecting with your child(ren)

• How children grow and develop as well

as what you can do to help

• Being a parent

• Breastfeeding, food and healthy

nutrition

• Taking care of yourself and your family

• Other services available to you and your

child in your community

There is no cost to you for the program and your participation is voluntary.

For more info: call Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, 1-800-660-5853

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Language Express

Language Express is a preschool

speech-language program in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Counties.

A child should be referred…

• If there are concerns about

speech/language/hearing development.

• If the child’s speech and language skills

have not improved over the past six months.

• If the child often repeats sounds and/or

words (stuttering).

• If the child’s play or social interaction

seems inappropriate.

• If the child has a diagnosis such as cleft

lip/palate, hearing loss, PDD/Autism or developmental delay.

• If the child is not meeting one or more

of the milestones for their age.

For information or to make a referral: call 1-888-503-8885

Making Play Possible

Making Play Possible endeavours to give all children and youth living in Leeds & Grenville the opportunity to engage in play regardless of the barriers which they face. These barriers may be financial, geographic or physical and/or mental health difficulties.

Participation in recreation and social

opportunities are important to a child’s healthy development. Every child and youth within Leeds & Grenville deserves a chance to learn, grow and have fun by having access to these kinds of opportunities. Being involved in recreational experiences is important to helping kids be mentally and physically healthy. Children need to have fun, feel important, build skills, feel proud, have adult role models, be respected, hang out with other kids, be unique and feel involved.

For more info: call 1-800-809-2494

Fun With Books

“Fun With Books” is a children’s literacy program

which delivers free books every 2nd_{month to}

preschoolers registered with the program.

To register: call Bernie Boesveld, 613-269-4660 or register on-line

at www.funwithbooks.org

Girls Incorporated of Upper

Canada

Girls Incorporated of Upper Canada (Girls Inc.) offers group programs through schools and community spaces that encourage girls to be strong, smart and bold by providing them the opportunity to develop and achieve their full potential. Specific program focus areas include self-reliance, life skills, violence prevention, media literacy, economic literacy and leadership development.

For more info call: Starr Langstaff (613) 345-3295 x 100 or