EarlyON Child and Family Centre Markham East March 2022 Calendar of Events

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EarlyON Child and Family Centre in York Region
                                                                                             Family Day Care Services
                                                                                         40 Washington Street, Markham
                                                                                                          905-471-1620

                          EarlyON Child and Family Centre Markham East
                                 March 2022 Calendar of Events
Main Centre Location                                                             Some Special Days
EarlyON Child and Family Centre Markham East                            March 8: International Women’s Day
40 Washington Street, Markham                                          March 13: Daylight Savings Time, Spring
L3P 2R5                                                                             Forward 1 hr.
905-471-1620
                                                                        March 21: International Day for the
Email: EarlyONMarkhamEast@familydaycare.com
                                                                         Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Website: www.familydaycare.com/programs/earlyon

Our mobile locations remain closed. Please check www.familydaycare.com often for the most up to date
information.

We are currently offering indoor, outdoor and virtual services as follows: Note: Pre-registration is required. SPACES ARE
LIMITED FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Indoor Programs: We will be offering limited indoor programs. To register for an indoor program, click on the links in
description section starting on page 4 to register on Eventbrite. In order to ensure the safety of everyone involved,
we will be following all of the health and safety protocols and guidelines as set out by York Region Public Health.
Note: Pre-registration is required for all programs.

Outdoor Programs: We will be offering outdoor programs for families with children from birth to 6 years of age. We will
be exploring the outdoors and engaging in physical activity together. In order to ensure the safety of everyone
involved, we will be following all of the health and safety protocols and guidelines as set out by York Region Public
Health. Please see more information about program registration through Eventbrite starting on page 4.

Zoom Programs: We’re using Zoom, a web-based video-conferencing tool, to offer virtual programs for families.
Participants can join these programs through the internet or by phone. See the following pages for program
descriptions, dates/times, and registration links. To register for a Zoom program, click on the link provided to register
on Eventbrite. If you need help with registration, please email
(earlyonmarkhameast@familydaycare.com)or phone (905-471-1620, M-F, 8:30-1:30pm, except holidays).

Facebook: Join our EarlyON educators in our private Facebook group, EarlyON @ Family Day, for live programming
Monday to Friday (except holidays) at 9am- the video will remain posted until 4pm. The 1pm session will now be
called the Interactive Family Experience and will not be live. It will allow you to engage and will remain available for
1 week. To join our Facebook group, please visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/FDEarlyON/

Storypark: Storypark is a secure, private online community space for our EarlyON families. For more information on
Storypark please go to www.storypark.com. EarlyON Educators post announcements, videos and resources every
week including songs, stories, home-based learning activities and parenting resources. Families have access to these
resources anytime of the day. Families also have an opportunity to share their own ideas and comment. If you are
interested in joining in with other families on this community platform, please send us an email.

One-on-One Parent/Caregiver Support Sessions and Phone Support Services: Our EarlyON Educators can provide
you with information about our programs and services and how to access them. In the One-on-One Sessions, they
can assist you with any questions or concerns regarding your child's development or parenting/family and
information about other local services. Give us a call or email us from Monday to Friday between (8:30-1:30pm) at
(905-471-1620). Outside of these times, please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible.
(earlyonmarkhameast@familydaycare.com)

                       ***Please note that programs and program times are subject to change.
EarlyON Child and Family Centre in York Region
                                                                                                                Family Day Care Services
                                                                                                            40 Washington Street, Markham
                                                                                                                             905-471-1620

                                                 March 2022 Virtual Programs
(Preregistration on Eventbrite for all programs February 23 at 9am, links in description section)
      Monday                    Tuesday                Wednesday                      Thursday                    Friday              Saturday
                                                 1                         2                            3                         4           5
                                                      Infant Massage
                         Songs & Stories in Tamil       10-11:15am                Bounce Back and
                              10-10:40am                                               Thrive               Kids Cooking Corner
                                                     Rhythm and Rhyme                 10-12pm                    10-10:45am
                                                            Time                      (4 of 10)
                           Parents as Partners           10-10:40am
                           Food Before One                                          Parent Chat
                                2-3pm                 Song & Stories in              (Nutrition)
                                                        Cantonese                   1:30-2:30pm
                          Creative Movement              3-3:40pm
                             6:15-7:00pm                                         Songs and Stories in
                                                      Triple P Fear-Less             Mandarin
                                                           6-7:30pm                  3-3:40pm
                                                            (5 of 6)
                     7                           8                         9                           10                     11             12
                                                      Infant Massage
       Zumbini           International Women’s          10-11:15am                Bounce Back and           Kids Cooking Corner
     10-10:45am                    Day                                                 Thrive                    10-10:45am
       (3 of 6)                                      Rhythm and Rhyme                 10-12pm
                                                                                                                                        **Time
                         Songs & Stories in Tamil           Time                      (5 of 10)
                                                                                                                                        springs
                              10-10:40am                 10-10:40am
                                                                                                                                       forward
                                                                                    Parent Chat
                                                                                                                                      tomorrow.
                           Parents as Partners        Song & Stories in               (Sleep)
                            Toddler Nutrition           Cantonese                   1:30-2:30pm
                                2-3pm                    3-3:40pm
                                                                                 Songs and Stories in
                          Creative Movement           Triple P Fear-Less             Mandarin
                             6:15-7:00pm                   6-7:30pm                  3-3:40pm
                                                            (6 of 6)
                   14                         15                           16                          17                     18             19

       Zumbini           Songs & Stories in Tamil     Infant Massage               St. Patrick’s Day        Kids Cooking Corner
     10-10:45am               10-10:40am                10-11:15am                                               10-10:45am
       (4 of 6)                                                                   Bounce Back and
                          March Break Dance            Pyjama Party                    Thrive
Kids Cooking Corner in          Party                   10-10:40am                    10-12pm
      Cantonese               2-2:40pm                                                (6 of 10)
      10-10:45am                                      Song & Stories in
                               Pet Planet               Cantonese                     Pet Planet
                              6:15-7:00pm                3-3:40pm                     2-2:40pm

                                                                                 Songs and Stories in
                                                                                     Mandarin
                                                                                     3-3:40pm
                   21                         22                           23                        24                       25             26

International Day for    Songs & Stories in Tamil     Infant Massage              Bounce Back and           Kids Cooking Corner
  the Elimination of          10-10:40am                10-11:15am                     Thrive                    10-10:45am
Racial Discrimination                                                                 10-12pm
                           Parents as Partners       Rhythm and Rhyme                 (7 of 10)
       Zumbini            School Time Success               Time
     10-10:45am                 2-3pm                    10-10:40am                  Parent Chat
       (5 of 6)                                                                 (Language & Literacy)
                          Creative Movement           Song & Stories in              1:30-2:30pm
                             6:15-7:00pm                Cantonese
                                                         3-3:40pm                Songs and Stories in
                                                                                     Mandarin
                                                                                     3-3:40pm
EarlyON Child and Family Centre in York Region
                                                                                                                        Family Day Care Services
                                                                                                                    40 Washington Street, Markham
                                                                                                                                     905-471-1620

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      Zumbini                 Songs & Stories in Tamil         Infant Massage              Bounce Back and
    10-10:45am                     10-10:40am                    10-11:15am                     Thrive
      (6 of 6)                                                                                 10-12pm
                                Parents as Partners          Rhythm and Rhyme                  (8 of 10)
                                  Positive Food                     Time
                                   Foundations                   10-10:40am                  Parent Chat
                                     2-3pm                                                 (Open Discussion)
                                                              Song & Stories in              1:30-2:30pm
                               Creative Movement                Cantonese
                                  6:15-7:00pm                    3-3:40pm                 Songs and Stories in
                                                                                              Mandarin
                                                                                              3-3:40pm

                                              March 2022 Indoor and Outdoor Programs
    Monday                       Tuesday                  Wednesday                    Thursday                  Friday              Saturday
                                                1                          2                        3                        4                        5
                               Family Time
                                9:30-11am                Infant Massage            Backyard Fun                 Tot Stop             Family Time
                                                           10-11:15am               10-11:30am                 9:30-11am               9-10am
                               Family Time
                                1:30-3pm                 Preschool STEAM           Backyard Fun                                   Nature and Me at
                                                             1:30-3pm                1:30-3pm                                     Rouge Valley Park
                             Nature and Me at                                                                                       11am-12pm
                                Milne Dam
                               3:30-4:30pm
                    7                           8                          9                       10                        11                    12
                               Family Time
Nature and Me at                9:30-11am                Infant Massage            Backyard Fun                 Tot Stop             Family Time
 Springdale Park                                           10-11:15am               10-11:30am                 9:30-11am               9-10am
     10-11am                   Family Time
                                1:30-3pm                 Preschool STEAM           Backyard Fun                                   Nature and Me at
Nature and Me at                                             1:30-3pm                1:30-3pm                                     Rouge Valley Park
Rouge Valley Park            Nature and Me at                                                                                       11am-12pm
     2-3pm                      Milne Dam
                               3:30-4:30pm
                 14                         15                            16                       17                        18                    19
                               Family Time               Infant Massage
Nature and Me at                9:30-11am                  10-11:15am              Backyard Fun                 Tot Stop             Family Time
 Springdale Park                                                                    10-11:30am                 9:30-11am               9-10am
     10-11am                   Family Time               Preschool STEAM
                                1:30-3pm                     1:30-3pm              Backyard Fun              Story Walk at        Nature and Me at
Nature and Me at                                                                     1:30-3pm              Springdale Park        Rouge Valley Park
Rouge Valley Park            Nature and Me at         Nature and Me at                                      10:30-11:30am           11am-12pm
     2-3pm                      Milne Dam                Milne Dam
                               3:30-4:30pm                 2-3pm
                 21                         22                       23                            24                        25                    26
                               Family Time
Nature and Me at                9:30-11am                Infant Massage            Backyard Fun                 Tot Stop             Family Time
 Springdale Park                                           10-11:15am               10-11:30am                 9:30-11am               9-10am
     10-11am                   Family Time
                                1:30-3pm                 Preschool STEAM           Backyard Fun                                   Nature and Me at
Nature and Me at                                             1:30-3pm                1:30-3pm                                     Rouge Valley Park
Rouge Valley Park            Nature and Me at                                                                                       11am-12pm
     2-3pm                      Milne Dam
                               3:30-4:30pm
EarlyON Child and Family Centre in York Region
                                                                                             Family Day Care Services
                                                                                         40 Washington Street, Markham
                                                                                                          905-471-1620

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 Nature and Me at       Family Time        Infant Massage        Backyard Fun
  Springdale Park        9:30-11am             10-11am            10-11:30am
      10-11am
                        Family Time        Preschool STEAM       Backyard Fun
 Nature and Me at        1:30-3pm              1:30-3pm            1:30-3pm
 Rouge Valley Park
      2-3pm           Nature and Me at
                         Milne Dam
                        3:30-4:30pm

                                           Registered Program Descriptions
         *(Preregistration required for all programs on Eventbrite February 23 at 9am, links are below)
1. Indoor/Outdoor Program Registrations: Please make sure to add ALL names of CHILDREN AND ADULTS that are
   attending in your family. PLEASE NO CHANGING OR ADDING NEW PEOPLE FROM WEEK TO WEEK.
2. Waitlist: Please add yourself to the waitlist if the group is full; we will contact you if a spot becomes available.
3. Ontario Covid-19 Screening Tool: Please screen yourself and all adults and children attending using the online
   tool and email to us before each session. https://covid-19.ontario.ca/school-screening/
4. Outdoor programs will be offered rain or shine. We encourage you to dress for the weather to enjoy a full
   outdoor experience. You will be notified if the program is cancelled due to inclement weather.
                                  INDOOR PROGRAMS AT 40 WASHINGTON ST.
Infant Massage (In-Person or Virtual) (Ages: Birth to 8 months) ***Please pick either in-person or virtual, they will
take place simultaneously.
This program promotes nurturing touch and communication and teaches parents how to massage their babies,
read the babies cues and help with bonding and attachment. Supporting and encouraging parents to trust their
abilities and intuition are part of the process.
Sessions: In-Person Wednesdays March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 10-11:15 am. Click here to register.
Virtual: Wednesdays March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 10-11:15 am. Click here to register.
Tot Stop (Indoors) (Ages: 12-30 months)
This program focuses on toddler development through play. Parents and caregivers engage in activities with their
children including, arts and crafts, sensory activities, songs and rhymes.
Sessions: Fridays March 4, 11, 18, 25 at 9:30-11am. Click here to register.
Preschool STEAM (Indoors) (Ages: 2-6 years)
This program invites parents, caregivers, and children to explore STEAM skills and concepts in a group setting.
STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) learning happens every day as children investigate,
play, communicate, and try new things.
Sessions: Wednesdays March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 1:30-3pm. Click here to register.
Family Time (Indoors) (Ages: 0 to 6 years) –Please sign up for ONLY ONE Family Time Program
Family Time is for parents/caregivers and their children to meet others and play interactively in an early learning
environment. The program includes; arts and crafts, pre-reading and math concepts.
Sessions: Tuesdays March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 9:30-11am. Click here to register.
Tuesdays March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 1:30-3pm. Click here to register.
Saturdays March 5, 12, 19, 26 at 9-10am. Click here to register.
                                BACKYARD PROGRAMS AT 40 WASHINGTON ST.
Backyard Fun at 40 Washington St. (Indoors, Ages: 0-6 years)
This program is an interactive learning experience for 0 to 6 year old’s and their caregivers. Join us for some family
fun and active movement in the backyard.
Sessions: Thursdays March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 10-11:30am. Click here to register.
Thursdays March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 1:30-3pm. Click here to register.
EarlyON Child and Family Centre in York Region
                                                                                           Family Day Care Services
                                                                                       40 Washington Street, Markham
                                                                                                        905-471-1620

                                       OUTDOOR PROGRAMS AT PARKS
Ages: Walkers to 6 years
Nature and Me at Springdale Park (45 Norwich Dr., Markham, ON L3P 6M6)
Nature and Me is a program that welcomes children and parents/caregivers to explore what Mother Nature has
to offer, find materials through our nature walk and discover what we can create with these materials. Expand
your child’s creative, imaginative, fine motor and cooperative skills.
Sessions: Mondays March 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10-11am. Click here to register.
Nature and Me at Rouge Valley Trail (Meeting at Rouge River Community Centre Parking Lot: 120 Rouge Bank Dr.,
Markham)
Nature and Me is a program that welcomes children and parents/caregivers to explore what Mother Nature has
to offer, find materials through our nature walk and discover what we can create with these materials. Expand
your child’s creative, imaginative, fine motor and cooperative skills.
Sessions: Mondays March 7, 14, 21, 28 at 2-3pm. Click here to register.
Saturdays March 5, 12, 19 26 at 11am-12pm. Click here to register.
Nature and Me at Milne Dam Conservation Park (8251 McCowan Rd, Markham, ON L3P 3J3)
Nature and Me is a program that welcomes children and parents/caregivers to explore what Mother Nature has
to offer, find materials through our nature walk and discover what we can create with these materials. Expand
your child’s creative, imaginative, fine motor and cooperative skills.
Sessions: Tuesdays March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 3:30-4:30pm. Click here to register.
***Single Session: Wednesday March 16 at 2-3pm. Click here to register.
Story Walk at Springdale Park (45 Norwich Dr., Markham, ON L3P 6M6)
StoryWalk® is an innovative and delightful way for children and adults to enjoy reading and the great outdoors at
the same time. Stroll down the trail, and participate in activities as you move and groove to the next page in the
story. Come join us for a relaxing, and fun story adventure at Springdale Park.
***Single Session: Friday March 18 at 10:30-11:30am. Click here to register.

                                               ZOOM PROGRAMS
Parent/Child/Caregiver Programs for Ages: 0-12 months
Parent Chat via Zoom (Ages: 0-12 months)
Each session we discuss a topic (i.e. sleep, language, nutrition) that will support families in developing skills and
gaining information for child development and self-care. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions for
a deeper understanding and real-life application.
Sessions: Thursdays March 3, 10, 24, 31 at 1:30-2:30pm. (No Session March 17) Click here to register.
Ages: 2 to 4 years
Rhythm and Rhyme Time via Zoom (Ages: 2-4 years)
Join us for songs, stories, and active movement to share the joy of rhyming with your child.
Sessions: Wednesdays March 2, 9, 23, 30 at 10-10:40am. (NO SESSION MARCH 16) Click here to register.
 Ages: 2 to 6 years
Kids Cooking Corner via Zoom (Ages: 2-6 years)
Come and join us for a short cooking class with your children. Cooking promotes math skills and reading
comprehension when following a recipe and encourages them to eat healthy.
Sessions: Fridays March 4, 11, 25 at 10:00-10:45am. (NO SESSION MARCH 18) Click here to register.
Single Session: Friday March 18th at 10-10:45am. Click here to register.
Kids Cooking Corner in Cantonese via Zoom (Ages: 2-6 years)
Come and join us for a short cooking class with your children in Cantonese. Cooking promotes math skills and
reading comprehension when following a recipe and encourages them to eat healthy.
EarlyON Child and Family Centre in York Region
                                                                                                 Family Day Care Services
                                                                                             40 Washington Street, Markham
                                                                                                              905-471-1620

Single Session: Monday March 14th at 10-10:45am. Click here to register.

All Ages Parent/Caregiver/Child Programs (0- 6 years)
Songs & Stories in Tamil via Zoom (Ages: 0-6 years)
Learning two languages is like a workout for the brain. Come and join us for this fun and interactive program of
songs and stories in Tamil.
Sessions: Tuesdays March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 10-10:40am. Click here to register.
Creative Movement via Zoom (Ages 0-6 years)
Creative Movement helps children develop physical skills, stimulate brain development, and promote creative
expression. Join us for an interactive and fun family program where we explore creative movement using music,
stories, and yoga.
Sessions: Tuesdays March 1, 8, 22, 29 at 6:15-7pm. (NO SESSION MARCH 15TH) Click here to register.
Songs & Stories in Cantonese via Zoom (Ages: 0-6 years)
Learning two languages is like a workout for the brain. Come and join us for this fun and interactive program of
songs and stories in Cantonese.
Sessions: Wednesdays March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 3-3:40pm. Click here to register.
Songs & Stories in Mandarin via Zoom (Ages: 0-6 years)
Learning two languages is like a workout for the brain. Come and join us for this fun and interactive program of
songs and stories in Mandarin.
Sessions: Thursdays March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 3-3:40pm. Click here to register.
March Break Dance Party via Zoom (Ages: 0-6 years)
An opportunity for families to engage in interactive songs, rhymes, stories and games. Expand your child’s learning
in all areas and find new ideas to explore at home.
Session: Tuesday March 15 at 2-2:40pm. Click here to register.
Pet Planet via Zoom (Ages: 0-6 years)
Join us to meet some furry friends and reptiles, and learn about their habits, feeding and how to care for them.
You may meet a bunny, cat, dog, bearded dragon and leopard gecko and perhaps some other animals.
Single Sessions: Tuesday March 15 at 6:15-7pm. Click here to register.
Thursdays March 17 at 2:00-2:40pm. Click here to register.
Pyjama Party via Zoom (Ages: 0-6 years)
Pyjama days are relaxing, comfortable, and a wonderful way to celebrate family bonding time. Grab your
pyjamas, a cuddly friend, and an instrument and join us for a fun filled program with playful experiences for the
whole family.
Single Session: Wednesday March 16 at 10-10:40am. Click here to register.

P/C: Programs for parents and caregivers only.
Parents as Partners: Nutrition Series
In the March Parents as Partners Series, we will welcome Registered Dietitian and parent mealtime coach, Ahuva
Magder Hershkop, who will focus on how to reduce mealtime stress, support positive family mealtimes, raise intuitive
eaters and support parents in reducing the mental load of feeding their families. Parents/ caregivers of children ages
birth to 6 years may attend any of the Parents as Partners workshops.

Parents as Partners: Q&A Food Before One
For Parents/ Caregivers of Children Birth to 12 Months
Tuesday, March 1 - 2:00-3:00pm CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
This session will be focused on introductions to solids, introducing allergens and transitioning from breastmilk or formula to
solid foods. Bring all your questions regarding this focus!
EarlyON Child and Family Centre in York Region
                                                                                               Family Day Care Services
                                                                                           40 Washington Street, Markham
                                                                                                            905-471-1620

 Parents as Partners: Q&A Toddler Nutrition
For Parents/ Caregivers of Children 1 to 3 Years
Tuesday, March 8 - 2:00-3:00pm CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
This session will focus around the transition from infant feeding to toddler feeding, how to promote self-feeding, how to
prevent picky eating and anything else you want to know about feeding your toddler. Make sure you bring all your
questions!

Parents as Partners: Q&A School Time Success
For Parents/ Caregivers of Children 4 to 6 Years
Tuesday, March 22 - 2:00-3:00pm CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Eating at school is a whole new experience for kids and packing a school lunch can be a whole new experience for
parents. Bring your questions around maintaining mealtime success throughout this transition, how to prepare your kids
for eating at school, how to respond if your kids don't eat their lunch at school and much more

Parents as Partners: Q&A Positive Food Foundations
For Parents/ Caregivers of Children 0 to 6 Years
Tuesday, March 29 - 2:00-3:00pm CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Positive Food Foundations will cover why mealtime is such an important learning opportunity for parents and
children and how to create a successful mealtime. Feeding your child is a learned skill and a continuous
learning experience. If you're ready to learn how to raise an intuiti ve eater, how to promote healthful eating
relationships and how to create a positive food culture at home, bring your questions to this session !
One-on-One Triple P Primary Care Consultations (Ages: 6 months-6 years)
Our Triple P trained staff will schedule a one-on-one phone or Zoom consultation to discuss your concerns on the
topics below. Through the consultations, you will be provided with practical tools and strategies that you can use
for handling challenging behaviours. The consultation would involve a half-hour scheduled consultation and be
followed by 2 to 4 more consultations to provide support and help to develop a parenting plan to better manage
your children’s challenging behavior.
 Separation Anxiety: 6 months - 2 years                        Language: 1- 2 years
  Learn about what separation anxiety is and why it             Learn when and how to promote language
     happens                                                       development
  Learn healthy ways to promote secure attachment.              Learn strategies for expanding your child’s speech

 Sharing: 1 - 2.5 years                                        Separation problems: 3 - 6 years
    Learn positive ways to teach your child to share            Learn how to prevent problems when you leave your
    How to prevent and manage sharing problems                    child
                                                                 Learn how to teach your child to be calm when you
                                                                   leave

Consultation Registration: If you are interested in any of these topics please give us a call and we will schedule a
time at your convenience at 905-471-1620 between 8:30-1:30pm Monday to Friday.
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