November 20 is National Child Day in Canada, a day to celebrate the rights of children everywhere to live happy, healthy lives, and to ensure they reach their full potential. To celebrate, we are offering a week of free events and programs. On National Child Day, we encourage everyone to wear blue in support of this important day.
Check out the list of free activities below, registration is not required.
We will conclude our week-long celebration with Move it Family Fun Event at Paul Reynolds Community Centre on Sunday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Activities will include games, a sensory zone and a bouncy castle.
Activity | Location | Date | Time | Details |
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Youth Drop In | Paul Reynolds Community Centre |
Daily, November 14 to 18 |
12 to 1 p.m. |
A free, safe space for youth aged 10 to 14 to gather, meet new friends and take part in a variety of sports, games and fun activities. |
Youth Drop In | Kilbride Lion's Community Centre |
Mon. Nov. 14 Wed. Nov. 16 |
6 to 7:30 p.m. |
A free, safe space for youth aged 10 to 14 to gather, meet new friends and take part in a variety of sports, games and fun activities. |
Youth Drop In | Kenmount Terrace Community Centre |
Mon. Nov. 14
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6 to 7:30 p.m. |
A free, safe space for youth aged 10 to 14 to gather, meet new friends and take part in a variety of sports, games and fun activities. |
Youth Drop In | Southlands Community Centre |
Wed. Nov. 16
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6:15 to 8:15 p.m. |
A free, safe space for youth aged 10 to 14 to gather, meet new friends and take part in a variety of sports, games and fun activities. |
Youth Drop In | Shea Heights Community Centre |
Daily, Nov. 15, 16, and 17
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6 to 7:30 p.m. |
A free, safe space for youth aged 10 to 14 to gather, meet new friends and take part in a variety of sports, games and fun activities. |
Everyone Welcome Swim | Paul Reynolds Community Centre |
Thu. Nov. 17
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6:30 to 7:20 p.m. |
Leisure space is available for families at the Paul Reynolds Community Centre swimming pool. Children 10 and under must be accompanied in the water by a guardian/supervisor (16+) who must remain in the water at arms-length. Maximum three children to one supervisor. |
Everyone Welcome Swim | H.G.R. Mews Community Centre | Fri. Nov. 18 | 6 to 6:50 p.m. | Leisure space is available for families at the H.G.R Mews Community Centre swimming pool. Children 10 and under must be accompanied in the water by a guardian/supervisor (16+) who must remain in the water at arms-length. Maximum three children to one supervisor. |
Outdoor Playgroup | Rotary 'Sunshine' Park | Thu. Nov. 17 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. | Guardians and children aged 0 to 5 are welcome to join us for a morning of fun, and building outdoor shelters. Dress for the weather! For more information and weather update call 576-4601. |
Active Playgroup | Kenmount Terrace Community Centre | Sat. Nov. 19 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. | A stimulating indoor play space for children aged 0 to 5 encouraging active fundamental skills such as climbing, crawling, jumping, running, and balancing. |
Active Playgroup | Southlands Community Centre | Sat. Nov. 19 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. | A stimulating indoor play space for children aged 0 to 5 encouraging active fundamental skills such as climbing, crawling, jumping, running, and balancing. |
Move it Family Fun | Paul Reynolds Community Centre | Sun. Nov. 20 | 11 to 12:30 p.m. | Join the City of St. John's staff for an afternoon of fun activities including active games, sensory zone and a bouncy castle. Free for all ages, don't forget to wear blue. |
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