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While most organized activities are geared to children ages 3 and up, there still are possibilities for entertaining younger kids this summer and beyond. Activities for toddlers include swimming, dancing, tumbling, storytelling, puppetry, gymnastics and even yoga. Following is a roundup of some of them: Clay Center: Children as young as 2 may enjoy the Kidspace gallery, where there is a ball pit, large tree house, and a spider symphony, a musical instrument with legs that plays tunes. Cost is covered by gallery admission. Visit www.theclaycenter.org or call 304-561-3570. Dancing Unlimited, Hurricane: Mommy and Me is for children old enough to walk. Classes include tumbling, skipping, galloping and running. A child must attend with a caregiver. Cost is $25 a month with classes held once ...
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Children's activities included the Morgantown Fun Factory, an educational play space for toddlers and preschoolers, as well as martial arts, dance and keyboard lessons. "Get your hair cut, get your nails done, do your shopping for the day, and then it's time for your daughter's organ lessons or your son's martial arts class," Stalnaker said.
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A variety of classes and activities for toddlers to early grammar school-aged children are being offered this season by the Whittier Community Services Department, 7630 Washington Ave.
The Winter 2010 Community Services Guide, which is available in hard copy and through the city of Whittier Web site, www.cityofwhittier.org, gives details on days, times, instructors, registration and material fees for classes tailored specifically for the little ones of Whittier.
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LEWISTON - The grand opening of the Sands of Egypt indoor sandbox will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, at the Toy Library, 134 College St.
The opening is the kick-off to the new activity calendar, including the Peek-A-Boo Family Puppet Shows. The day will be full of activities for toddlers and their caregivers. All are welcome, including daycares.
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A fortuitous convergence of lots of snow, sunny weather and a weeklong winter break from school has many Maine families hitting the roads this week to put their snow gear to work, hopefully on a budget and with lots of activities for everyone from toddlers to teens.
Most folks don't have to travel far, since plenty of small, family-oriented ski resorts in Maine cater to bargain hunters who don't want to give up on quality and a good time.
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The following activities have been scheduled at branches of the Kanawha County Library System within the Kanawha Valley Neighbors circulation area. Most programs require pre-registration by visiting or calling the branch beforehand. You may also want to call in advance to determine a programs status during inclement weather. Wednesday, Jan. 5 10 a.m.: Tiny Tots Charleston Main Library / 304- 343-4646 Storytime program designed for toddlers. Ages 18-36 months and caregiver. 10:30 a.m.: Born to Read Elk Valley Branch Library / 304-965-3636 Storytime program for ages birth to 36 months and caregiver. 11 a.m.: Born to Read Sissonville Branch Library / 304- 984-2244 Storytime program for ages birth to 36 months and caregiver. Noon: Introduction to Pilates Charleston Main Library / 304-343-4...
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Now that the holidays are coming to an end, it's time to make plans for keeping the children busy during the cold winter months. For many families with toddlers, that means checking out activities at the local library.
The Beavercreek Community Library, at 3618 Dayton-Xenia Road, offers plenty of warm, entertaining options for those times when it's too cold to play outside and cabin fever is rampant.
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Extend a child's Earth Day activities with Habitat Heroes (www.habitat heroes.com, free with registration), a global social- networking Web site designed for ecowarriors of all ages, but geared for the younger set.
Sharon Lowe, an Australian mother of three, worked with environmental experts to develop an online destination that would teach children about the Earth, conservation and preservation. The result is a top-notch playroom that serves as an effective information and teaching tool. It will work for toddlers to tweens, keeping them engaged and learning.
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If your children need a way to get out of the "I'm bored" syndrome of summer, sign them up for one of the many summer reading programs offered at city libraries throughout the county. All reading programs provide incentives and prizes for young people. Libraries and programs are listed here:
-- American Fork -- PAWS, CLAWS, SCALES and TALES for children 6 months and up, including one in Spanish. Include the whole family. Register at the American Fork Library June 5-17. Programs begin June 19. Activities and story times for babies, toddlers, preschool and school-age children and their families. Come once a week for an hour. Crafts every other week. Prizes for turning in reading "PET PAWS," counting the goldfish in the bowl and other surprise events. Call 763-3070.
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BUCKSPORT - The 2008 Children's Fair will be held 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at the Jewett School gym. Everyone is encouraged to bring babies, toddlers or preschoolers for a fun-filled morning of creative play.
Children's activities will include music, blocks, sandbox, art, special baby play area, play dough, bubbles and prizes. Adults will learn about the valuable resources and services that are available locally and regionally for young children.