Our Spring 2019 Programs and Events

Children’s Programs

1. Running and Reading – Running and Reading is an after school program at Cedarbrae P.S. for students in Gr. 1-6. This program focussed on activities that promote physical activity and English literacy. This after school program on Tuesdays between 3:45 – 5:30 pm.
2. Mini Chefs at Sir Edgar Bauer – Mini Chefs is a student club facilitated by Better Beginnings at Sir Edgar Bauer C.E.S. for students in grades 1-3. In this club, participants learn about healthy eating and nutrition, while learning age-appropriate cooking skills. Mini Chefs meets weekly on Thursdays from 11:25 am – 12:25 pm. Sorry this program is full. Click here to be added to a waiting-list and we will let you know if space becomes available.
3. Mini Chefs at Cedarbrae – Mini Chefs is a student club facilitated by Better Beginnings at Cedarbrae for students in grades 1. In this club, participants learn about healthy eating and nutrition, while learning age-appropriate cooking skills. Mini Chefs meets weekly on Mondays from 11:20 am – 12:00 pm. Click here to register.
4. Home Reading – The Home Reading Assistance Program was developed in partnership with the Special Education Resource Teachers at Cedarbrae P.S. This program is meant to supplement the Home Reading program that takes place in Cedarbrae P.S. On Wednesdays and Fridays (9:30-11:20am), Better Beginnings volunteers are assigned to a classroom and practice reading one-on-one with students in JK-Gr.4. Registration for this program is teacher-elected.
5. Tutoring – The Adventure4Change tutoring program runs out of The Neighbourhood Hub on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and is open to students in grades 1 through 8. We welcome students to sign up to meet one-on-one with a university student tutor regarding a subject of the participant’s choosing. Click here to be added to a waiting-list and we will let you know if space becomes available.
6. Bridge to Music – Bridges to Music is a program that offers low-cost violin lessons to elementary-school aged children. This program is run in partnership with Lakeshore South Communication Association, The House of Friendship, and the KW Symphony. Students receive violin lessons at the Lakeshore South Communication Association weekly on Mondays. Register through Sunnydale Community Centre.

Summer Camps

Our summer programs are in high demand, please confirm your spot by registering and paying the camp fee.
We do our very best to ensure everyone is included.
If payment is an issue, please talk to us about how else you can contribute.
Please come to the Hub to pay for the camps.

For camps in July, (Music, Healthy Bodies, STEAM) you may only register your child(ren) for a maximum of 2 of the 3 camps.

1. Music Camp – Kicking off the summer with a celebration of music and dance! Half day camp for kids SK – grade 3. July 15-19 from 1 pm – 4 pm. Click here to register.
2. Healthy Bodies Camp – Half day camp for kids SK – grade 3. Focus on healthy living through movement and games and healthy eating. July 22-26 from 1 pm – 4 pm. Click here to register.
3. STEAM Camp – Half day camp focused on teaching kids in SK – grade 3 about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. July 29-Aug 2 from 1 pm – 4 pm. Click here to register.
4. Africa Camp – Africa Camp is aimed at promoting healthy communities using arts to promote self-esteem and an understanding of diverse cultures and identities. It is a one-week, day camp open to African, Caribbean and Black identifying children, and children interested in African cultures in grades 1 -6. August 13 – 16 from 9 am – 4 pm. Click here to register.
5. Five Fun Days – August 19 – 23 from 1 pm – 4 pm for grades 1 – 6. Click here to register.

Parent Programs

1. Parents Night Out meet Monday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00pm at Cedarbrae Public School (enter through door E). Free program, no registration required. We meet Monday February 4th, Monday March 4th, and Monday April 1st. Children’s program available for school-aged children. Child care available for preschool aged children and infants. Please come join us for one, some, all, or any of these weeks!
2. Coffee and Conversation – This group is for women in the Sunnydale neighbourhood and meets weekly on Mondays (10:00-11:30am) at the Sunnydale Community Centre. Weekly topics vary based on participant input. There is no registration for this group.
3. English Class – Better Beginnings’ English class happens weekly on Wednesdays (1:00 pm – 3:00 pm) at The Neighbourhood Hub. This class is for moms in our community who need some extra help with language and literacy. There is no registration for this program.
4. Parent Wellness Group – Parent Wellness groups meet weekly on Thursdays (9:30 – 11:00 am) at Cedarbrae P.S. This group rotates through weekly topics of wellness including creativity, physical wellness, parenting, and food and nutrition. This group is open to any parents or caregivers of Cedarbrae P.S. students. There is no registration for this program.

Community Events

1. Family Sports Night – Come on out to an evening of fun, free sports and activities for all ages! Enjoy basketball and soccer skill-building, drills, and games on the Cedarbrae field and basketball court. Wednesdays from 6:30 – 7:30 at Cedarbrae. And happens weekly May 1 – June 5 with the exception of May 15th. Weather dependent!
2. Community Carnival – An end of year celebration organized by Cedarbrae Public School in partnership with Adventure4Change, and Lakeshore South Community Association. There will be carnival games, food, water games and more! Tuesday June 18th from 4 pm – 8 pm.