The Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre is closed until further notice. Please refer to the list of services impacted. All Spring 'A' programs are being offered over Zoom and supply lists will be emailed prior to the class.
We are a “High Five” organization and offer many programs, activities and workshops for preschool, children and youth. We also offer the Red Cross Stay Safe course for children 9 to 13 years old. For all of our programs, you can drop-in weekly or register for a whole session.
Program Locations:
- Zoom (online)
Program notes:
- Programs will run April 6 to May 7
- Instructors are subject to change
- ZOOM classes - you will be emailed the link to attend the classes.
- Cancellations - due to COVID-19, inclement weather, instructor illness or if the facility is not available, you will be notified.
- All participants must complete at 2021 Waiver Form. Complete your waiver form online.
Children
Children ages 5 to 10 years join us for fun and creative pop-up workshops throughout the Spring 'A' session. Register for all or select your favourite! These workshops will be run virtually over Zoom and taught by our child/youth instructor. Pre-registration is required for each workshop and a link, as well as, supply list will be emailed prior to your class.
April 12 - Bird feeder |
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Learn how to make your own bird feeder with just a couple of items. We will fill the feeder with seeds and then hang it somewhere to see how many different birds will come to eat! Ages: 5-10 years
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April 15 - Slime and bouncy balls |
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Join us for an hour of ooey gooey slime that you get to take home with you and make your bouncy ball! Ages: 5-10 years
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April 19 - Sock puppets |
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Learn how to make your own sock puppets with just a couple of items. Ages: 5-10 years
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April 22 - Galaxy jars and lava lamps |
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Learn how to make your own galaxy jar and lava lamp with just a few items! They even will glow in the dark! Ages: 5-10 years
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April 26 - Stain Glass |
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Learn how to make your own stain glass masterpiece that you can hang anywhere! Ages: 5-10 years
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April 29 - Lemon Volcano |
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Come learn how to make a volcano explode! But we are going to add a twist and use a lemon as our base! Do you think using a lemon will make change anything with the volcano? Ages: 5-10 years
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May 3 - Mother's Day Craft |
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Mother's Day is Sunday May 9th, so join us as we make a beautiful masterpiece to show just how much your mom means to you! Ages: 5-10 years
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May 6 - Hover Craft |
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How do you think we could make a hover craft and how long do you think it could hover off of the ground? Let's find out! Ages: 5-10 years
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Stay Safe course
Your child aged 9 to 13 years can take this Red Cross Stay Safe course. They will learn basic first aid and safety skills when they are without a parent or guardian. This program is currently only being offered over Zoom.
| Dates | Time | Barcode | Cost | Location |
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| April 13-15 | 5:15-7:45 p.m. | 10386 | $41.50 + $7.50 manual fee | Zoom |
Youth
There are many programs and activities for youth both in person and virtual throughout the year that you can register for or drop-in to.
Youth virtual workshops
Youth ages 10 to 17 years join us for fun and creative pop-up workshops throughout the Spring 'A' session. Learn something new and meet new people! Register for all or select your favourite! These workshops will be run live virtually on Zoom and taught by our child/youth instructor. Pre-registration is required for each workshop. The link information and supply lists will be emailed out prior to your class.
Cactus line drawing (April 6) |
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Using a variety of lines to express your creativity we will make a beautiful cactus landscape image. No experience needed.
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Cherry blossom tree painting (April 13) |
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Learn how to make your very own cherry blossom tree painting on a canvas in our one hour virtual workshop. No painting experience needed. This is a great relaxing and fun workshop.
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D.I.Y. macramé feathers (April 20) |
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With just a few materials you can learn the basic skills to create macramé feathers and learn tips on how you can make beautiful wall hangings with them and decorate your home. No experience is needed!
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Popsicle stick bird feeder (April 27) |
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Learn how to make your own bird feeder with just a couple of items.
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Optical illusion drawing (May 4) |
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Learn the basic steps to create a simple optical illusion drawing using line and colour that is sure to excite the senses. No experience is needed!
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