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PopularArt Studio at Young at Art Co.Out & About AdventuresOpportunities for all areas of development are plentiful in creative art activities. Children will be engaged in the process of creating using a variety of materials at art stations. (Ages 3-6)Fall 2024
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PopularShannon McGee (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)ECFE Night at the LibraryOut & About AdventuresVisit the Detroit Lakes Public Library for a night of stories and fun with the youth services librarian, Eliza, and staff from ECFE. Listen to stories, explore our kids' area, sign up for a library card, learn about 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, and more. Great for caregivers and families ages 0-6. Attend one or both.Fall 2024
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PopularECFE Night at the MuseumOut & About Adventures(infant, toddler, preschool) There will be activities with ECFE staff and explore the interactive Museum space!Fall 2024
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PopularECFE Open Gym at the Boys and Girls ClubECFE Parent & Child Classes(Infant, Toddler, Preschool) Whether you are feeling cooped up or just want a place for you and your little ones to move, connect with us for Open Gym at the Boys and Girls Club gym! This is a fun, informal play time. Throw and bounce balls, jump through hula hoops, navigate cones, and more opportunities for moving. All children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver who will supervise and play. To protect the gym floor, children and adults wil need to switch from boots/street shoes into non-skid footwear for the gym. No stroller wheels in B & G gym. We will meet up at the Boy's & Girl's Club of Detroit Lakes! Use the entrance to the right as you face the building. 150 Richwood Road, DLFall 2024
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PopularECFE at the Detroit Lakes Cultural and Community CenterOut & About Adventures(infants, toddlers, preschoolers) Explore the health and wellness activities that The Center has to offer for families who have young children! Enjoy the pool, children's area, and water slide (bring your swimsuit and towel). Climb and crawl in The Backyard play area (socks needed). Stroll the indoor walking lanes (bring shoes). DLCCC staff will be available to answer questions. Light meal provided in The Big BackYard Party room. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.Fall 2024
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Starting SoonFamily Fall FestivalSpecial EventsA community tradition not to miss! Games, activities, sensory, snacks, and more! Children and parents are invited to wear costumes that are not scary or violent. Arrive when you can, and stay as long as you like!Fall 2024
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PopularHoliday and Santa’s WorkshopSpecial EventsSparkly and joyful, a magical time of the year when Lincoln is transformed into Santa’s workshop! You and your child can create gifts for someone special, play games, explore activity areas, and enjoy a snack your child helps to make. AND Santa will be ready by the fireplace to visit and have a picture taken with your child. No Pre Registration! Thursday, December 12, 5:30-6:45 pm Friday, December 13, 10 am -11:15 amFall 2024
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PopularMixed Ages-Play and LearnECFE Parent & Child ClassesMiss Jenny, Miss Jackie, & Miss Fran Come explore! Classes are designed for you and your child to spend time together enjoying activities to enhance learning, whether it is with children the same age as your child or with a group of mixed-age children. Mixed-age classes also give families with multiple children the opportunity to attend class together, at the same time. Parents have the opportunity to join other parents for discussion led by a Parent Educator while children remain with the Child Educator for a short period of time. Spend uninterrupted time with your child(ren), receive helpful parenting information, and meet other families. Please only register the student. Under notes, please add name of who will be attending with your child(ren).Fall 2024
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PopularNew! Thursdays Parent & Child TogetherECFE Parent & Child ClassesEnjoy time with your child(ren) playing! It’s fun to get out, explore a variety of toys and activities to enhance learning, and meet other families. (This new 1 hour class does not have parent/child separation time)Fall 2024
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PopularWiggles and GigglesECFE Parent & Child ClassesBeing pregnant or having an infant or toddler is both exciting and challenging! Feeding, soothing, sleeping, child development, safety, child and parent health, and additional discussions will be customized to questions and needs of families, along with time to play and explore. Specially trained nurses and dieticians from public health and guest facilitators will join ECFE. Staff for parenting support and guidance in healthy decision making and effective parenting through the joys and challenges of being a parent or caregiver. In partnership with Becker County Public HealthFall 2024