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Family Program Guide
Winter 2018/2019
A listing of community programs for families with children 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 Children’s Services Department
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, ext. 2374
Email: EarlyON@uclg.on.ca
@LG_EarlyYears
https://www.facebook.com/Childrens-Services-of-United-Counties-
of-Leeds-and-Grenville
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Parent Education
PLAY AND LEARN SCHEDULE
Parenting is hard work! A free drop-in program, throughout Leeds and Grenville, for: dads,
moms, grandparents, caregivers and their children from birth to six years. Children have the
opportunity to engage in experiences that promote inquiry and play-based learning. Children
are encouraged to explore, create and play. Community guests visit the program. Community
information is available. For more information call the EarlyON Child and Family Centre (C.F.C.)
1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
Kemptville EarlyON C.F.C.
Brockville EarlyON C.F.C.
Parish Hall Building, 2 – 40 Campus Drive
Commonwealth Public School
Kemptville Campus Education and
166 Pearl Street, East
Community Hub
Tuesdays – Fridays 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Tuesdays - Saturdays 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Wednesdays 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Thursdays 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesdays 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. Pajama Jam
Thursdays 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. Pajama Jam
Saturdays 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell Street Prescott EarlyON C.F.C.
(T.R. Leger School)
Gananoque EarlyON C.F.C.
490 Jessup Street (Hyde Street entrance)
375 William Street, South
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
POP-UP PLAY
Parenting is hard work, we can help! This is a free drop-in for dads, moms, grandparents, and
caregivers with their children from birth – 6 years of age to come play! This program is
offered in outreach locations across Leeds and Grenville. In a simplified, early learning
environment, children are encouraged to explore, create, play and engage in various
experiences that promote inquiry and play-based learning. Community guests visit the
program and community information is available. For more information call the
EarlyON C.F.C. at 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
Athens (Wednesdays) 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Elgin (Fridays) 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Centre 76, 35 Henry Street Public Library, 26 Halladay Street
Cardinal (Tuesdays) 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Lansdowne (Fridays) 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Ingredion Centre, 4050 Dishaw Street Township of Leeds and the Thousand
Islands Community Room, 1 Jesse Street
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Parent Education
LIMERICK FOREST NATURE PLAY
A free drop-in outdoor, nature program for dads, moms, grandparents and caregivers, with
their children, aged birth to 6 years, located at the Limerick Forest Interpretive Centre.
Children explore what nature offers in an outdoor play-based learning environment.
Participants should dress appropriately for the weather. Community guests visit the program
and community information is available. For more information call the EarlyON C.F.C. at
1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
Year-Round Program (Monday) 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Old Homestead Trail, 1175 Limerick Road, Oxford Station
INFANT C.P.R.
Parents are invited to attend a free session on basic infant
C.P.R. facilitated by a paramedic from Leeds Grenville
Paramedic Services. Babe in arms welcome. Please note, this
is not a certified training. To register, call the EarlyON C.F.C.
1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
January 31 (Thursday) 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. (during Baby Talk)
Gananoque EarlyON C.F.C.
375 William Street, South, Suite 100
March 26 (Tuesday) 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. (during Baby Talk)
Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Public School
166 Pearl Street, East
FEEDING YOUR BABY SOLID FOOD
Feeding your baby solid food is an exciting time that comes with many questions. Join us and
a Public Health Dietician from the Health Unit 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
free interactive experience where you will learn to prepare baby food and taste homemade
baby food! Babe in arms welcome.
To register call the EarlyON C.F.C. at 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
January 24 (Thursday) 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. (during Baby Talk)
Gananoque EarlyON C.F.C., 375 William Street, South, Suite 100
April 30 (Tuesday) 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. (during Baby Talk)
Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Public School, 166 Pearl Street, East
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Parent Education
DENTAL SCREENING
A dental hygienist from the Leeds, Grenville
and Lanark District Health Unit will offer
dental screening and fluoride varnish to
children, and provide information about the
Healthy Smiles Ontario program. Verbal or
written parental consent is required. For
more information call the EarlyON C.F.C. at
1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
April 5 (Friday) 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
(during Play and Learn)
Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Public School, 166 Pearl Street, East
May 30 (Thursday) 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. (during Play and Learn)
Prescott EarlyON C.F.C., TR Leger School, 490 Jessup Street (Hyde Street entrance)
May 31 (Friday) 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. (during Play and Learn)
Kemptville EarlyON C.F.C., Parish Hall Building, 2 – 40 Campus Drive
(Kemptville Campus Education and Community Hub)
BABY TALK
Baby Talk is a free 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. A public health nurse from Leeds, Grenville, Lanark
and District Health Unit, visits once a month. For more information call the EarlyON C.F.C. at
1-866-433-8933, extension 2374 or the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit at
1-800-660-5853.
Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Thursdays 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Public School, 166 Pearl Street, East Kemptville EarlyON C.F.C.
Tuesdays 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Parish Hall Building, 2 – 40 Campus Drive
Kemptville Campus Education and
Gananoque EarlyON C.F.C.
Community Hub
375 William Street, South
Wednesdays 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
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Parent Education TRIPLE P PARENTING Every parent can use a helping hand from time-to-time. Sometimes bringing up kids, birth to 16 years, can be a challenge. Triple P Parenting can help. Learn tips to deal with misbehavior, build good relationships, communicate well and sort through the everyday issues so your family life is less stressful; giving children the nest start in life. Have parenting questions or want to complete the on-line Triple P program, call 1-800-660-5853. For general parenting tips visit www.triplep-parenting.ca. For Spring 2019 parenting sessions in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, visit www.healthunit.org. All sessions are offered at no cost. TRIPLE P CAFÉ Come and explore solutions to normal, everyday parenting challenges! Babe in arms welcome. Free. To register call 1-800-660-5853 or on-line http://healthunit.org/clinics-classes/triple-p-parenting/ Parenting Traps – March 21 (Thursday) Disobedience – May 9 (Thursday) Babe in arms welcome. Pajama Jam for Babe in arms welcome. Pajama Jam for other children with another adult. other children with another adult. Kemptville EarlyON C.F.C. Kemptville EarlyON C.F.C. Parish Hall Building, 2 – 40 Campus Drive Parish Hall Building, 2 – 40 Campus Drive Kemptville Campus Education and Kemptville Campus Education and Community Hub Community Hub 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Sharing – April 10 (Wednesday) Temper Tantrums – May 22 (Wednesday) Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Public School, 166 Pearl Street, East Public School, 166 Pearl Street, East 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 6
Parent Education
BREASTFEEDING CONSULTATIONS
By phone or appointment with the Early Years Registered Nurse.
Information assessment and support on an individual basis. Free.
For more information call Country Roads Community Health Centre,
Early Years Team 1-888-998-9927, extension 246
Country Roads Community Health Centre
4319 Cove Road, Portland
Country Roads Community Health Centre
79 Bedford Street, Westport
Guthrie House
10 Perth Street, Elgin
BREASTFEEDING CLINICS
Our free breastfeeding clinic can provide you with information and support to give you the
confidence to know your baby is breastfeeding well. Consultations are one-on-one with
registered nurses who are trained to provide support to breastfeeding families. For more
information, please refer to www.healthunit.org. You may drop in or make an appointment by
calling the Health Action Line 1-800-660-5853. Breastfeeding support is offered at the
following Health Unit locations:
Brockville Health Unit Smiths Falls Health Unit
458 Laurier Boulevard 25 Johnston Street
Monday and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Monday and Friday 9:30 a.m.to 12:00 p.m.
Please use the clinic entrance at the west Please use the main entrance of the
side of the building. building.
Kemptville Health Unit Gananoque Health Unit
2675 Concession Road Breastfeeding support is available by
Wednesday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. appointment only.
CONNECTIONS: GOOD FOOD FOR A HEALTHY BABY
An on-going prenatal nutrition program for pregnant low-income and/or at risk women and
teens. Free. For more information call Joanne Morin at 1-888-284-2204, extension 3106.
Mondays 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Wesleyan Church, 33 Central Avenue, East, Brockville
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Parent Education PARENT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT Free parent-child interaction, baby-child check-ups and guest speakers. For more information call Country Roads Community Health Centre, Early Years Team at 1-888-998-9927, extension 246. Portland Group - Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Road 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Delta Group - Delta Baptist Church, 24 King Street 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Westport Group - Foley Mountain Conservation Area, Foley Mountain Road 4st Monday of the month, 10:00 – 11:30 am We will be joining Foley Mountain staff for their Forest Play Free Family Drop-In for 2019 INDIVIDUAL PARENT CONSULTATIONS By appointment with the Early Years Registered Nurse. Content is flexible and can include topics such as: prenatal care, labour and delivery, newborn care, postpartum period, infant feeding and Triple P. Free. For more information call Country Roads Community Health Centre, Early Years Team 1-888-998-9927, extension 246. Portland Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Road Westport Country Roads Community Health Centre, 79 Bedford Street Elgin Guthrie House, 10 Perth Street 8
Infant Programs BABY RHYME TIME Free 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. To register, call the EarlyON C.F.C. 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374. February 7 - March 28 (Thursdays) 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Public School, 166 Pearl Street, East April 9 – May 28 (Tuesdays) 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Kemptville EarlyON C.F.C., Parish Hall Building, 2 – 40 Campus Drive Kemptville Campus Education and Community Hub April 10 – May 29 (Wednesdays) 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Watch Facebook and Twitter for more details. BABYTIME A free drop-in program where half an hour is dedicated to songs, rhymes and story time to help your baby’s pre-literacy skills. A second half hour will be social time for parents and children, aged birth – 3 years. For more information call 613-658-5575 or visit www.edcarlibrary.ca. January 10 – April 25 (Thursdays) 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Edwardsburgh-Cardinal Public Library Spencerville Branch, 5 Henderson Street 9
TODDLER PROGRAMS FEEDING YOUR TODDLER Looking at your toddler’s basic nutritional needs. Tips for creating positive meal times and raising healthy eaters. Free. Babe in arms welcome. Play and Learn for other children with another adult. For more information call the EarlyON C.F.C. 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374. March 2 (Saturday) 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Kemptville EarlyON C.F.C., Parish Hall Building, 2 – 40 Campus Drive Kemptville Campus Education and Community Hub BABY AND TODDLER TIME Families and caregivers are invited to a free drop-in to meet and socialize with their babies and toddlers in our relaxed and comfortable library setting. Staff will lead stories, songs, rhymes and action games for a rounded morning of fun. We welcome busy little bodies and quiet watchers alike – everyone is welcome! Birth - 5 years. For more information call 613-382-2436 or visit www.gananoquelibrary.ca. January 7 – April 15 (Mondays) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Gananoque Public Library, 100 Park Street MERRICKVILLE CO-OPERATIVE PLAYGROUP A free co-operative playgroup for children age birth to 5 years where all members are asked to participate in the weekly running of the playgroup such as: setting up, putting away toys/crafts and taking care of coffee/tea in the kitchen. Every effort is appreciated. For more information email merrickvilleplaygroup@gmail.com. September to June (school year) (Wednesdays) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Merrickville Community Centre, 106 Read Street TODDLER TIME An free interactive program with stories, music, crafts, and other activities for preschool children, aged birth to 3 years, and their caregivers. For more information call 613-924-2048 or athenspl@bellnet.ca. January to June (school year) Thursdays 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Township of Athens Public Library, 5 Central Street 10
Preschool Programs LIBRARY BOOKWORMS A free interactive family story-time with books, music, rhymes, early literacy and numeracy activities and opportunities for co-operative play for children age birth – 4 years. For more information call 613-342-3936, extension 6424 or lisa@brockvillelibrary.ca. January 8 – February 26 (Tuesdays) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. January 10 – February 28 (Thursdays) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. April 2 – May 21 (Tuesdays) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. April 4 – May 23 (Thursdays) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell Street GETTING READY FOR KINDERGARTEN Have fun and learn while acquiring essential skills to help in the transition to a classroom setting. Children must be turning 3 years of age before December 31st and be eligible to attend Kindergarten in Ontario in September 2019. Limit of 12 children per class and parents or caregivers must remain in library. Please note, parent or caregiver must hold valid North Grenville Public Library card and children and/or babies must have their own card. To register visit www.ngpl.ca. January 7 – March 4 (Mondays) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. (there will not be a class on February 18) January 8 – March 5 (Tuesdays) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville 11
School Age Programs FOREST OF READING: BLUE SPRUCE BOOK CLUB A book club for children, junior kindergarten to grade 2 to promote reading for enjoyment. Registration is required for this free program. To register, call 613-342-3936, extension 6424 or lisa@brockvillelibrary.ca. February – April (Saturdays) 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell Street FOREST OF READING: SILVER BIRCH BOOK CLUB Silver Birch Book Club, for children in grades 3 – 6, celebrates Canadian authors and illustrators while encouraging a love of reading. Registration is required for this free program. To register call 613-342-3936, extension 6424 or lisa@brockvillelibrary.ca. February – April (Saturdays) 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell Street LIBRARY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM Students in grades 2 to 6 are invited to a free weekly after school program at the library to explore books, play, technology, art, games and much more. Every Monday after school. Free. To register call 613-359-5315 or email lauralee@rideaulakeslibrary.ca. January 7 to June 24 (Mondays) 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Rideau Lakes Public Library, Elgin Branch, 26 Halladay Street 12
SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMS Tinker Lab: Hack, Build, Create, Play, Grow Tinker Labs provide endless opportunities for kids, ages 6 – 12, to explore and experiment in a relaxed, unstructured way. It is as much a philosophy as a physical space. We believe the process is the product and encourage hands-on discovery, creativity and innovative thinking. Free. For more information call 613-342-3936, extension 6424 or lisa@brockvillelibrary.ca. January 10 – February 28 (Winter Session) April 4 – May 23 (Spring Session) Thursdays from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell Street MARCH BREAK ACTIVITIES Check-out the library website at www.brockvillelibrary.ca for program details. For more information call 613-342-3936, extension 6424 or lisa@brockvillelibrary.ca. March 11 - 15 Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell Street 13
School Age Programs READING BUDDIES Children, in grades JK to grade 8, are paired with high school volunteers to gain reading proficiency and confidence in both English and French. Please note, parent or caregiver must hold valid North Grenville Public Library card and children and/or babies must have their own card. If school transportation has been cancelled due to inclement weather, Reading Buddies will be cancelled. To register visit www.ngpl.ca January 10 – March 7 (Thursdays) 3:30, 4:00 and 4:30 p.m. (no program January 31 PD Day) North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville CANDY BAR BINGO Join us for a variety of Bingo games for learning fun…and chocolate bars! Ages 5 and up. Please note, children must have their own library card. For more information call 613-258-4711. February 25 (Monday) 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville CHESS AND MONOPOLY Have a great afternoon with some classic games. Age 7 and up. Please note, children must have their own library card. For more information call 613-258-4711. January 21 (Monday) 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville TEEN BOARD GAME B.Y.O.G. and bring your friends for a fun afternoon of games and snacks. Please note, children must have their own library card. For more information call 613-258-4711. February 11 (Monday) 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville PRESCOTT YOUTH CENTRE (P.Y.C.) P.Y.C. is a safe drop-in environment for youth ages 8 to 18 years old, to participate in a variety of fun activities. For more information call 613-925-2004. January to June (Monday to Friday) 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. 490 Jessup Street, Prescott (in T.R. Leger School). Use Hyde Street entrance to building. 14
Family Events
LET’S PLAY MUSIC TOGETHER
Learn about music therapy with Cordon Purcell, all
while having fund singing, dancing and making music
with your child. It will be a fun learning experience for
both parents and children birth - 6 years. Free. For
more information call the EarlyON C.F.C.
1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
March 19 (Tuesday) 10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Gananoque EarlyON C.F.C.
375 William Street, South, Suite 100
April 2 (Tuesday) 10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Prescott EarlyON C.F.C., TR Leger School
490 Jessup Street (Hyde Street entrance)
EXPLORING POTTERY
Join us during our free Play and Learn where we will explore and create using clay. Watch
Facebook and Twitter for more details. For more information call the EarlyON C.F.C.
1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
March 13 (Wednesday) 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Public School, 166 Pearl Street, East
BEYOND THE HEDGE
Join us during Pajama Jam for fun outdoor
experiences beyond the hedge. Dress for the weather.
Watch Facebook and Twitter for more details. For
more information call the EarlyON C.F.C.
1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
February 7 – June 27 (Thursdays)
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Kemptville EarlyON C.F.C., Parish Hall Building
2 – 40 Campus Drive
Kemptville Campus Education and Community Hub
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FAMILY GYM TIME
Enjoy being active with your children, age birth - 6 years, in the gym. We will run, play with
balls, navigate an obstacle course, use a parachute and more. Free. For more information call
the EarlyON C.F.C. at 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
January 11 – June 21 (Fridays) 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. (during Play and Learn)
Prescott EarlyON C.F.C., TR Leger School Gym, 490 Jessup St., Prescott
January 16 – June 19 (first and third Wednesday of each month)
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. (during Pajama Jam)
Brockville EarlyON C.F.C., Commonwealth Public School Gymnasium, 166 Pearl Street, East
WINTER FUN DAY
Join us for outdoor activities while exploring the forest. For parents, caregivers and their
children birth to 6 years. Program will not run if school buses are cancelled. For more
information call the EarlyON C.F.C. 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
March 11 (Mondays) 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Limerick Forest Interpretive Centre, 1175 Limerick Road, Oxford Station
FAMILY FUN AT LIMERICK
FOREST
Join EarlyON for a morning of
outdoor fun and activities with
community partners! For parents,
caregivers and their children birth to
6 years. For more information call
the EarlyON C.F.C. 1-866-433-8933,
extension 2374.
May 31 (Friday) 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Limerick Forest Interpretive Centre
1175 Limerick Road, Oxford Station
16Family Events FIRE ENGINE VISITING EARLYON The fire engine will be visiting during Play and Learn! Come and explore the fire engine and learn about fire prevention. Babe in arms welcome and older siblings invited. Dress for the weather. Free. For more information call the EarlyON C.F.C. 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374. March 12 (Tuesday) 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Cardinal, Ingredion Centre, 4050 Dishaw Street, Cardinal March 13 (Wednesday) 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Athens, Centre 76 Arena, 35 Henry Street March 15 (Friday) 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Lansdowne, Township of Leeds and 1000 Islands Community Room, 1 Jesse Street April 30 (Tuesday) 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Kemptville EarlyON CFC, Parish Hall Building, 2 – 40 Campus Drive Kemptville Campus Education and Community Hub 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. Free. All ages welcome (young children should attend with an adult). For more information call 613-342-3936, extension 6424 or lisa@brockvillelibrary.ca. Winter Session: January 8 – February 26 (Tuesdays) 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Spring Session: April 2 – May 21 (Tuesdays) 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Brockville Public Library, 23 Buell Street 17
Family Events DISCOVERY PACKS Come discover the Brockville Museum with our new Discovery Packs when you visit the museum! Filled with engaging and exhibit based activities, Discovery Packs are a great way for guests with young children, aged 10 and under, to enjoy the museum together. Free. For more information call 613-342-4397, extension 6225 Year Round (Monday to Friday) 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Brockville Museum, 5 Henry Street READ TO EVERY KID EVERY DAY Parents and caregivers with children, birth to 6 years, are invited to the tenth Annual Read to Every Kid Day Wrap-up Event sponsored by Every Kid in our Communities of Leeds and Grenville. Discover this year’s winning books and enjoy the children’s entertainment. Free. For more information call the EarlyON C.F.C. at 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374 or your public library or visit www.everykid.on.ca. January 26, 2019 (Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Brockville Memorial Civic Centre, 60 Magedoma Drive EASTER EGG HUNT Pete the Cat and his friend, the Easter Bunny, have hidden eggs around the library! Find them all to receive a treat. This is a free drop-in event, registration is not required. All welcome. For more information call 613-658-5575 or www.edcarlibrary.ca. April 21 (Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library Spencerville Branch, 5 Henderson Street and Cardinal Branch, 618 County Road 2 18
Family Events BEDTIME STORY HOUR Dress in your PJ’s and bring a favorite stuffed toy for an hour of stories and a bedtime snack! Please note, parent must hold valid North Grenville Public Library card and children and/or babies must have their own card. For more information call 613-613-258-4711. January 15, February 19, and March 19 (Tuesday) 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville BEDTIME STORY TIME Wear your PJ’s and bring your teddy bear for half an hour of stories and songs! For children ages birth to 12. For more information call 613-658-5575 or www.edcarlibrary.ca. January 9 – April 24 (Wednesdays) 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library Spencerville Branch, 5 Henderson Street and Cardinal Branch, 618 County Road 2 JUICE JAM Kerry and Sue Badgley entertain children of all ages with an hour of music and movement. Fun event for whole family! Please note, parent must hold valid North Grenville Public Library card and children and/or babies must have their own card. For more information call 613-258-4711. February 9, March 2 and April 6 (Saturday) 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville 19
Family Events
LEGO CLUB
Join other LEGO fans for building challenges and theme builds. Bring you creativity. We
provide the LEGO! Children ages 6 and up. Free. For more information call 613-382-2436.
January 22 – March 26 (Tuesdays) 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Gananoque Public Library, 100 Park Street
LEGO CLUB
Building activities and challenges with LEGO for children, age 4 - 12. Free.
For more information call 613-924-2048 or athenspl@bellnet.ca.
January to June (first two Fridays of each month) 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Township of Athens Public Library, 5 Central Street
LEGO SATURDAY
The Edwardsburgh-Cardinal Public
Library has bins and bins of LEGO
available so come on in and build
whatever you can dream of! Please note:
this program is not run by staff so
parental supervision is required. All ages
are welcome. Free. For more information
call 613-658-5575 or visit
www.edcarlibrary.ca.
Third Saturday of each month
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Spencerville Branch, 5 Henderson Street
Fourth Saturday of each month
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Cardinal Branch, 618 County Road 2
LEGO BUILD MORNING
Join us for LEGO fun. Coffee, juice and light refreshments to keep the creativity flowing! Open
to parents and children. Free. Please note, parent must hold valid North Grenville Public
Library card and children and/or babies must have their own card. For more information call
613-258-4711.
January 5 (Saturday) 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville
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MARCH BREAK AT EDWARDSBURGH
CARDINAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
Dinosaur day, board games, agriculture day, I Spy and
so much more! The library has many fun things
planned for you and your family. See our website or
Facebook page for details. For more information call
613-658-5575 or www.edcarlibrary.ca
March 11-15
SARAH’S CIRCLE
Our popular pre-school program continues with songs, stories and activities. An early literacy
program for children, birth to 5 years, and their parents or caregivers. A drop-in program
with limit of 20 children per class. Please note, parent or caregiver must hold valid North
Grenville Public Library card and children and/or babies must have their own card. For more
information call 613-258-4711.
January 7 – March 4 (Mondays) at 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (no class February 18th)
North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville
VALENTINE’S TEA PARTY
Join us for a tea party! Dress up in a costume or get fancy
and enjoy munchies, stories and a lesson on table manners.
Drop-in, free. For children birth to 12. For more information
call 613-658-5575 or www.edcarlibrary.ca.
February 9 (Saturday) 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Edwardsburgh Cardinal Public Library Cardinal Branch
618 County Road 2
21Family Events FRIDAY FUN DAYS Join Library Sue for story time where children, age birth to 5 years, and parent or caregiver participate together. The first Friday of each month is French Friday. A drop-in program with limit of 20 children per class. Please note, parent or caregiver must hold valid North Grenville Public Library card and children and/or babies must have their own card. For more information call 613-258-4711 January 11 – March 8 (Fridays) 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville STAY, PLAY, LEARN AND GROW AT YOUR LIBRARY A program where children, age 1 to 5, and their parents or caregivers, learn, grow and explore together with games, puzzles, toys, blocks and trains. A drop-in program with a limit of 20 children per class. Please note, parent or caregiver must hold valid North Grenville Public Library card and children and/or babies must have their own card. For more information call 613-258-4711. January 8 – March 5 (Tuesdays) 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. North Grenville Public Library, 1 Water Street, Kemptville STORY AND PLAY TIME Parents and caregivers are invited with their children, birth to 6 years of age, to enjoy playtime, stories, songs and rhymes. Free. For more information call 613-928-2991 or email lauralee@rideaulakeslibrary.ca. January 8, 22; February 5, 19; March 5, 19; April 2, 16, 30; May 14, 28; June 11, 25 (Every other Tuesday) 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Rideau Lakes Public Library, Delta Branch, 18 King Street 22
Other Services and Programs
CHILD CARE FEE SUBSIDY LICENSED CHILD CARE
The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
manages and determines eligibility for and the Ministry of Education strive to
child care fee subsidies for residents of foster social and economic development in
Leeds and Grenville under the authority of Ontario by investing in and supporting an
the CHILD CARE AND EARLY YEARS ACT. affordable, accessible and accountable
Subsidies are available for children ranging child care system which benefits children,
from birth to twelve years of age where the their parents and caregivers and the
parent(s) is/are employed or enrolled in an broader community. For more information
educational or retraining program. Child on licensed child care programs call
care fee subsidy applies only to contracted 1-800-267-8146, extension 2351 or email
licensed child care settings. To make an childcare@uclg.on.ca.
appointment call 613-342-3840 or
1-800-267-8146, extension 2351 or email
childcare@uclg.on.ca.
DO YOU NEED HELP REDUCING YOU CHILD CARE COSTS?
Families who live in Leeds and Grenville, who need help with the
cost of licensed child care, can apply for Child Care Fee Subsidy:
• Do you currently use licensed child care?
• Would you like to use licensed child care but find it too
expensive?
• Are you in school or working?
You could expect to pay:
Total Family Income Per Year (line 236 of your
$35,000.00 $80,000.00
Canada Revenue Agency Notice of Assessment)
# of Children birth – 12 years 1 2
Your Monthly Child Care Cost $882.00 $1,860.00
Cost with Fee Subsidy $125.00 $1,166.00
A monthly savings of: $757.00 $694.00
The above figures are examples only. Actual cost for your family will be calculated during the
application process.
For more information about the program, please contact us at 613-342-3840 or
1-800-267-8146, extension 2351 or childcare@uclg.on.ca.
23Other Services and Programs
DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES OF INFANT AND CHILD
LEEDS AND GRENVILLE, DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
CHILDREN’S SERVICES, An early intervention program providing
INCLUSIVE CHILD CARE service and supports to
This service enhances opportunities for the infants/preschoolers (birth - age 5 years)
inclusion of children, birth to 12 years, with and their families in Leeds and Grenville.
special needs in licensed early learning and Any parent may refer if they have concerns
care programs throughout the United about their baby’s development.
Counties of Leeds and Grenville. Inclusive Community agency or professional
Child Care works in partnership with individual may refer a child with the
families and the community to promote parent’s permission. For more information
the right of families to have access to child call Brockville General Hospital community
care choices within their community, based service 613-345-1662.
provide extra support for children in order
to enable them to fully participate in a ONTARIO’S ENHANCED 18
licensed early learning and care program MONTH WELL BABY VISIT
and be included with their peers, and 18 months is a critical time in a child’s
support licensed early learning and care development and a visit to a health care
programs in their efforts to develop and provider at this time is important. Ontario
provide an inclusive child care has a longer, more in depth visit at 18-
environment. For information or to make a months as it is the last in the series of
referral call 1-866-544-5614 or 613-345- scheduled health care visits prior to a child
1290, email calmeida@dslg.ca or visit starting school. During the visit, parents
www.developmentalservices.com. will have the opportunity to discuss their
child’s growth and development and ask
any questions they may have regarding
healthy child development, parenting, and
community resources. Free. For more
information call the Health Action line at
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health
Unit, 1-800-660-5853 or visit
www.18monthvisit.ca.
24Other Services and Programs
PRENATAL CLASSES INDIVIDUAL PRENATAL
In-Person Prenatal Classes are led by EDUCATION
Public Health Nurses and run once per Prenatal education tailored to individual
week for 3 weeks. Topics include interests, needs and availability. Choose
breastfeeding, preparing for labour and from a variety of topics. Facilitated by an
delivery and caring for your newborn and Early Years Registered Nurse, by
yourself. An on-line module on how to appointment. Free and for more
have a healthy pregnancy is also available information call Country Roads Community
and encouraged for woman to access early Health Centre, Early Years Team
on in their pregnancy. 1-888-998-9927, extension 246.
On-line Prenatal Course covers the same Country Roads Community Health Centre
topics as the in-person classes and is ideal 4319 Cove Road, Portland
for families, who have scheduling conflicts, Country Roads Community Health Centre
like to learn at their own pace, are on bed 79 Bedford Street, Westport
rest or just want a refresher. To register
Guthrie House
call Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District
10 Perth Street, Elgin
Health Unit 1-800-660-5853, extension
2294.
AUTISM ONTARIO
Young Parent Prenatal Classes are led by Autism is a developmental disorder
a Public Health Nurse who will provide a affecting the brain’s normal development
non-judgemental and open setting for of a person’s social and communication
learning. The program uses videos, skills. Diagnosis of autism usually occurs in
activities, peer support, and open early childhood. These services are located
discussion to help people learn how to outside of Leeds and Grenville, but provide
have a healthy pregnancy. For more service to Leeds and Grenville. For more
information call the Health Action Line information call 613-507-7896,
1-800-660-5853. extension 502.
25Other Services and Programs
HEALTHY BABIES, HEALTHY
CHILDREN FIRST YEAR, FIRST VISIT
A free program that provides home visits Open and free to all residents of Leeds,
by public health nurses and home visitors Grenville and Lanark that have children
to pregnant women and families with birth to 4 years of age. This allows the
children who have not yet started school. parents and caregivers to discuss proper
Home visits help you learn about: oral care for infants and young children to
• Having a healthy pregnancy and birth observe any signs of early childhood tooth
decay at an early stage. For more
• Connecting with your child(ren)
information contact Leeds, Grenville
• How children grow and develop as well and Lanark District Health Unit at
as what you can do to help 1-800-660-5853 or www.healthunit.org.
• Being a parent
By appointment: Monday to Friday
• Breastfeeding, food and healthy
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
nutrition
Health Unit Offices and Family and Child
• Taking care of yourself and your family Groups at various locations in Leeds,
• Other services available to you and Grenville and Lanark.
your child in your community
FLUORIDE VARNISH PROGRAM
There is no cost to you for the program
The Oral Health Program of the Leeds,
and your participation is voluntary.
Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
For more information call Leeds, Grenville
supports the evidence that applying
and Lanark District Health Unit at
fluoride varnish is a safe and effective part
1-800-660-5853.
of a cavity prevention program. Please
check with your dental provider to find out
how fluoride varnish can benefit your child.
Age Group is birth to 6 years (also available
7 - 17 years). Free. For more information
contact the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark
District Health Unit 1-800-660-5853 or
www.healthunit.org.
By appointment: Monday to Friday
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Health Unit Offices and Family and Child
Groups at various locations in Leeds,
Grenville and Lanark.
26Other Services and Programs
HEALTHY SMILES ONTARIO POSITIVE OPPORTUNITY
(H.S.O.) PARTNERSHIPS (P.O.P.) FOR KIDS
Consists of 3 dental programs for eligible P.O.P. is a service dedicated to ensuring
children 17 years and younger: that recreational opportunities exist in our
community for children and youth who
1. H.S.O. Emergency Program - Child has
would not ordinarily be able afford the cost
an urgent dental need, such as pain,
of participation. Available to residents of
infection, or large visual decay and the
Town of Gananoque and Township of
cost of dental treatment would create a
Leeds and Thousand Islands. For more
financial hardship.
information call the Parks and Recreation
2. H.S.O. Basic Program (Core) - Family
Department 613-382-2149, extension 1411.
must meet an income level to qualify,
based on the number of children 17
MAKING PLAY POSSIBLE
and under in the family.
Making Play Possible endeavors to give all
3. Preventive Services Program - Child has children and youth living in Leeds and
a preventive dental need (scaling, Grenville the opportunity to engage in play
fluoride, and/or dental sealants) and regardless of the barriers which they face.
the cost would create a financial These barriers may be financial, geographic
hardship. or physical and/or mental health
4. Preventive treatment must be provided difficulties.
by Health Unit dental staff.
Participation in recreation and social
Please note, families with access to other opportunities are important to a child’s
dental insurance may still be eligible to healthy development. Every child and
apply. For more information contact the youth within Leeds and Grenville deserves
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health a chance to learn, grow and have fun by
Unit at 1-800-660-5853 or having access to these kinds of
www.healthunit.org or visit opportunities. Being involved in
www.ontario.ca/healthysmiles. recreational experiences is important to
Call Service Ontario INFOline toll-free at helping kids be mentally and physically
1-844-296-6306 / TTY toll-free healthy. Children need to have fun, feel
1-800-387-5559. important, build skills, feel proud, have
adult role models, be respected, hangout
with other kids, be unique and feel
involved. For more information call
1-800-809-2494.
27Other Services and Programs
CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH OF CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH OF
LEEDS AND GRENVILLE LEEDS AND GRENVILLE FREE
Children’s Mental Health provides services WALK-IN CLINIC
for children and their parents, with our For more information call 1-800-809-2494
Early Years team focusing upon the Wednesdays 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
emotional, behavioural needs of children last appointment at 5:30 p.m.
under six. We provide in home visits, early
intervention if you are concerned about LANGUAGE EXPRESS PRESCHOOL
your child’s mental health and we work
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE
with parents to prepare for kindergarten
transitions and offer a range of Triple P PROGRAM
individual and group learning activities. Language Express provides speech and
There are no charges for services as language assessment and therapy services
funding is provided by the Ministry of for young children in Lanark, Leeds, and
Children and Youth Services. Parents can Grenville Counties. Services are free and
call our Prompt Services at 1-800-809-2494 are available from birth until the end of
and ask for help or visit 779 Chelsea Street, junior kindergarten. Don’t wait and see!
Suite BU, Brockville. We can help your child and provide helpful
ideas for you and your child’s caregivers or
teachers. When to get help: check the
NIPISSING DISTRICT
milestones if your child is not meeting all
DEVELOPMENTAL SCREEN of the communication milestones for
(N.D.D.S.) his/her age at www.language-express.ca or
N.D.D.S.™ is a developmental checklist that for more information or to make a referral
follows your child from one month of age call 1-888-503-8885.
to six years. It provides a snapshot in time • If your child is stuttering.
of your child's development, and a starting • If your child’s play or social interaction
point for discussion with a health/child care seems different from other children the
professional. These checklists are available same age.
to all residents of Ontario free of charge. • If your child’s voice doesn’t sound
To obtain a copy of the N.D.D.S. visit your right.
local EarlyON C.F.C. or visit • If your child has a diagnosis, such as:
www.ndds.ca/ontario. hearing loss, Autism Spectrum
Disorder, or developmental delay.
28Other Services and Programs
CANADA LEARNING BOND MENTAL HEALTH HOTLINE
The Canada Learning Bond is $500 offered The Mental Health Helpline provides
by the Government of Canada to help you information and mental health services in
start saving for your child’s education after Ontario. A helpful Information and Referral
high school. Plus, your child could get Specialist will answer your call 24 hours a
$100 every year until he or she turns 15 day. Our service is free and confidential.
years old to a maximum of $2000! For To contact us, call 1-866-531-2600.
more information call 1-800-622-6232 or
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment- TELEHEALTH ONTARIO
social-development/services/learning- Telehealth Ontario is a free, confidential
bond.html. service you can call to get health advice or
information. A Registered Nurse will take
KIDS HELP PHONE your call 24 hours a day, seven days a
If you are a young person and are week. To contact us call 1-866-797-0007.
struggling with a problem big or small,
please contact the Kids Help Phone. Kids 211 EASTERN ONTARIO
Help Phone is Canada’s only national 24- 211 is a helpline and online database of
hour bilingual and anonymous phone Ontario’s community and social services.
counselling, web counselling and referral Free. For more information call 211 or go
service for children and youth. Our service to www.211ontario.ca.
is completely anonymous and confidential,
we don’t trace calls, we don’t have call ONTARIO POISON CENTRE
display. You don’t even have to tell us your The Ontario Poison Centre is a telephone
name if you don’t want to. To contact us toxicology consultation service providing
call 1-800-668-6868 or on-line at expert poison advice 24 hours a day to the
www.kidshelpphone.ca. public and health-care professionals in
Ontario. Our staff includes nurses,
HEALTH ACTION LINE pharmacists and physicians highly trained
Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health in treating poisonings and drug
Unit Public health information and support overdoses. Poisonings can happen to
is available weekdays from anyone at any time. We are here to help
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To contact us call you. If you think someone has been
our toll free number at 1-800-660-5853. poisoned call us right away. To contact us
call 1-800-268-9017.
29Family Program Guide
Winter 2018/2019
For more information please call 1-866-433-8933, ext. 2374
Email: EarlyON@uclg.on.ca
@LG_EarlyYears
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Leeds-and-Grenville
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