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"Children" Programs at Downsview

(5 years and under)

Some storytimes require pre-registrations.
Check the program listings for details.

Upcoming Programs

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Family Time

10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Join us for a staff-led story time with stories, songs, & rhymes followed by a craft or stay & play with friends. For children with their parents or caregivers. Ages 2 - 5 years, Auditorium, Drop-in.

Event Dates:
May 16, 2025
May 30, 2025

Music and Movement

2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Join us for an interactive and lively caregiver-child program followed by a craft. Enjoy rhymes, songs, dance & movement activities that build motor & social skills, & increase independence as well as language ability in your child. Ages 2-5 along with parent(s)/caregiver(s). Drop-in.

Event Dates:
May 18, 2025
June 1, 2025
June 15, 2025
June 29, 2025

Toronto Public Health: Checking in on Your Child?s Growth & Development

10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

This workshop will provide information and tools related to children's development and milestones. As well as ideas and tips to encourage a child's overall healthy development. Followed by this presentation, there will be a stay & play with friends. Ages 2-5. Auditorium. Drop-in.

Event Dates:
May 23, 2025

Toronto Public Health: Eating Healthy on a Budget

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

With the cost of food rising, this workshop will look at ways families can save on their grocery bill. Participants will learn about tips for meal planning at home with children, as well as, how to maximize grocery shopping while shopping at the store including the ?best buys? in various foods. This workshop will also cover general tips to help stretch every food dollar and tips to manage food waste, especially when feeding a family. For parents and caregivers with children Ages 0-6.

No Registration Required. Drop-In.

Event Dates:
June 9, 2025

Toronto Public Health: Food and Mood

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Healthy eating is essential for overall health. Participants will be introduced to the relationship between food and mood. They will be able to identify common foods from Canada?s Food Guide that support positive mood, understand how mood can affect food choices and apply concepts of mindful eating to make family mealtimes with young children less stressful. For parents and caregivers with children Ages 0-6.

No Registration Required. Drop-In.

Event Dates:
June 16, 2025

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