Baby Talk

Informal 2 hour weekly drop-in offered 3 times a year, support group for moms ( parents) and new babies (up to 12 months). Various health topics ranging from nutritional requirements to infant massage to safety and childhood illness. Baby Talk is an informative, social outing for new parents, their babies and toddlers. Come and socialize with other new parents while gaining information and resources for you and your family. Baby Talk is a series of 8-10 presentations, which rotate throughout the year. You are welcome to attend any or all sessions as many times as you like.

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• Parent and Tot Groups

CCRR parent and tot program

CCRR holds a FREE Drop in Play Group every Wednesday from 10:00-11:30am at the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club Gymnasium for parents/guardians and their children 5 and under. Parents are required to stay with their children during this program. Toys, Snack and Circle Time provided.

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• Parent and Tot Groups

Cherryville Parents & Tots Group

Get together for some socializing, discussion on parenting topics & some fun activities. Refreshments & a healthy snack are provided.

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• Parent and Tot Groups

Common Ground

A social and informational group for young parents. Children are welcome and snacks are provided

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• Parent and Tot Groups

Falkland Play & Learn

You are invited to this weekly drop-in program at Falkland Elementary School. Your child/ren can enjoy playtime, crafts, stories & games while you can visit with other adults & spend quality time with your child.

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• Parent and Tot Groups

Good Times Together

This free program is for our families and their tots from birth to 6 years old. This drop in program is semi structured and provides a fun and social atmosphere for all. We have everything from craft time and free play sessions, to guest speakers and field trips. We have two childcare providers that help to assist with the child minding. Please bring a labeled snack and drink for your child/ren and we will provide a healthy snack and coffee/tea for the parents.

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• Parent and Tot Groups

Hot Lunch Program

The Hot Lunch program offers nutritious meals for families of young children.

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• Food and Food Security
• Parent and Tot Groups

Mother Goose

Mother Goose is based on the idea that playful, imaginative language should be an important part of a child's life. All programs begin the week of January 11th - 14th and run for seven weeks.

1.Monday

• Hillview Elementary 9 - 10 AM, 0-5 years. To register, contact: Asia @ 503-0715
• Vernon Public Library 10:45 - 11:45 AM, 0-12 months. Fee of $75. Sponsorships available. To register, contact: Jodie @ 549-4406 or Asia @ 503-0715

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• Early Learning & Literacy
• Parent and Tot Groups

Mother Goose

Programs are offered free of charge to families throughout the North Okanagan thanks to funds provided by the government and numerous community partners. MG is based on the idea that playful, imaginative language should be an important part of a child’s life from infancy and beyond. Programs welcome parents, grandparents, or caregivers with children aged birth to 4 years. Groups meet once a week for up to 8 weeks to learn rhymes, songs, lullabies and finger plays in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Time is set aside for a healthy snack and socializing for both parents and children. Parents soon learn how a rhyme or song can help almost every situation, from diaper changes to baths and getting ready for bed, and especially when children are cranky or fussy. Programs are held in schools, libraries, and churches.

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• Early Learning & Literacy
• Parent and Tot Groups
• Parenting Programs & Support Groups

Mother Goose Program

Parents get a chance to meet other parents of young children in a group setting while learning songs, rhymes & stories.

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• Parent and Tot Groups

Parenting Isn’t Easy (PIE)

This 8-10 week program is for all parents with children 0-6 years of age. Each week a different topic is introduced with discussion being lead by the facilitator. Enjoy time with other parents and discuss the struggles and successes of parenting. Childminding is provided and the program is free of charge to all participants.

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• Parent and Tot Groups
• Parenting Programs & Support Groups

Strong Start

Drop in 3-hour program for parents or caregivers of children 0-

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• Early Learning & Literacy
• Parent and Tot Groups

Weight & See Drop In

This is a drop-in for parents of babies up to 2 months of age. Babies are weighed & breastfeeding help is available. There is also information about

• Feeding
• Immunization
• Safety
• Becoming parents
• Family planning
• Community resources
• How to quit smoking

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• Health and Development
• Parent and Tot Groups