FOR KIDS Book Club for Kids: Norse Mythology Thursday, June 5 at 4:30 p.m. Ages: 7 – 12 Pizza Planting Party: Grow your own pizza in a pot! Saturday, June 14 at 10 a.m. Ages: Family, Kids, Adults Lego© Club Wednesday, June 25 at 6 p.m. Ages: 5 – 12 […]
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Place a Hold on a Math Skills Kit at Essex County Library
Do you have a child who is a tactile learner? They could benefit from our math skills student kits! Each kit ranging from kindergarten to grade 5 includes hands-on manipulatives to help you support your child. You’ll also have access to downloadable activities to guide you in the use of these […]
Lions Park Rubberized Surface Install Begins May 10th
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that we will install rubberized surfaces at the Lions Park Inclusive Playground from May 10 – May 16, 2024. Rubberized surfaces help visitors with mobility issues access the playground equipment. Please be advised that the playground will be closed during the installation, […]
Kids Craft Nights at Cottam and Ruthven Libraries
Kids Craft Nights at the Library! Cottam on Wednesday, April 24 Ruthven on Thursday, April 25 5:30 p.m. Ages: 4-8 Bring out your little ones to the Cottam and Ruthven Branches of the Essex County Library for some creative fun. We’re planning a couple of nights of guided crafting! This […]
Kids Craft Night at the Library This Week in Cottam & Ruthven
Kids Craft Nights at the Library! Cottam March 27 Ruthven March 28 5:30 p.m. Ages: 4-8 Bring out your little ones to the Cottam and Ruthven Branches of the Essex County Library for some creative fun. We’re planning a couple of nights of guided crafting! This month’s theme: Rainbow Register […]
Trick or Treat! Coming to a Library Near You October 31
We love treats and (at times) tricks! Come out to your favourite branch. All you need to do is say “Trick or Treat!” Several branches have already put on their Trick or Treat event, but on Hallowe’en we’ve got more branches to go: Tuesday, October 31: HARROW – 5-8 COTTAM […]
‘FIRST LEGO League Discover’ at Ruthven Library to Start September 21
In FIRST LEGO League Discover, children are introduced to the fundamentals of STEM while working together to solve fun challenges and building models using LEGO DUPLO bricks. Over 10 one-hour sessions, participating kids gain habits of learning, confidence, and teamwork skills along the way. Children will: • Use and apply […]
Mayor’s Easter Hunt Will Return on April 8, 2023
Egg Hunts for Kids The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the return of the Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8, 2023. This event is a Kingsville holiday tradition. Bring the kids by Lakeside Park, 315 Queen Street, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for pictures with […]
Free Halloween Crafts and Activities at Kingsville Arena October 29
Families! Come out to the Kingsville Arena in your costumes for some free Halloween crafts and activities. The event will be happening from 2 – 5 p.m. It’s free but registration is required: Kingsville.ca/clickandplay Kingsville Arena Complex 1741 Jasperson Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2E4
Movies in the Park! ‘Moana’ Plays at Lakeside Park Friday, September 2
The Town of Kingsville’s summer outdoor movie series continues this Friday, September 2, 2022, with Moana. Join us at Lakeside Park, 315 Queen Street. We’ll have games and activities for the kids starting at 8:30 pm, and the movie will begin at dark. There is no seating, so please bring your own […]
Play in the Park on Wednesday, August 3rd
Come on Out and MOVE! It’s time to Play in the Park! Join us in Kingsville and get in on some drop-in free play on Wednesday, August 3rd. It’s a great opportunity for children to play and engage with others, and develop essential skills while they’re having fun. And yes, […]
Kingsville Holds Canada Day Colouring Contest for Ages 4-12
The Town of Kingsville is holding a Canada-themed colouring contest for youth ages 4-12. The colouring contest begins June 1, 2022, and runs through to June 24, 2022. Get your kids excited about Canada Day by picking up colouring pages at local businesses or downloading and printing the package from […]
New Children’s Book Series Tackles Growing Issue of Childhood Anxiety
Last summer while out for a walk, author Lynn McLaughlin called her niece Amber Raymond on a whim. “Hi hon. How would you like to write a children’s book series with me?” Amber was just about to graduate with her Master of Social Work degree and, as a lifelong educator, Lynn […]
Kingsville Announces Spring Programming for Pre-school Children
The Town of Kingsville is excited to offer programming for preschool-aged children this spring, including: Lil’ Sprouts Discovery Squad – Lil’ Artist: Let your child experience the fun of arts and crafts while developing fine motor skills and socializing with other children. Lil’ Sprouts Discovery Squad – Lil’ Movers: Get up and […]
Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt Returns April 16, 2022
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the annual Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt returns to Lakeside Park on Saturday, April 16, 2022. This holiday activity is a classic Kingsville tradition and fun for all ages. From 10 am to noon, kids can participate in crafts and have pictures taken […]
When Father Christmas Came to Town: A COVID Success Story
Whether you call him Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle or one of his many other aliases, we all know Santa Claus is a shrewd fellow. Even COVID-19 couldn’t stump him for long. Stopped in his tracks by a pandemic? No sir! If the children couldn’t come to Santa this […]
Free Virtual Holiday Concert Features Area Children: Jingle All the Way!
We Wish you a Merry Christmas (Ensemble) I’m a performer, choreographer, music theatre instructor, and I’m creating a free children’s virtual holiday concert in the hopes of spreading cheer to seniors and to the greater Windsor Essex community this holiday season! I’m a University of Windsor Bachelor of Arts (Music) grad, […]
Our Kids and COVID
This morning my son said, “I’m scared Dad will get sick.” We’ve been under a state of emergency for 85 days and it’s the first time he’s voiced his concern. Just as restrictions have been gently lifted, the virus has affected our lives directly, with an outbreak in our workplace. […]