See our Recreation, Culture and Community Services COVID-19 Roadmap to Reopen as we enter Step 3 of the Province's Roadmap to Reopen on July 16, 2021.
We are a “High Five” organization and offer many programs, activities and workshops for preschool, children and youth. For all of our programs, you can drop-in weekly or register for a whole session. We are also offering Summer Activities in the Park this summer, which is a daily registration.
Program Locations:
- Riverside Forest Picnic Area (344 Moira Street East)
- St. Theresa's Field (135 Adam Street)
- Zoom (online)
- Summer Activities in the Park will be at a variety of Belleville parks. Please read the time and date options carefully before registering.
Program notes:
- Registration for Summer 'A' and 'B' programs begins June 21 for City of Belleville Taxpayers and June 24 for Non-City Taxpayers.
- Registration for Summer Activities in the Park begin June 7 for City of Belleville Taxpayers and June 10 for Non-City Taxpayers.
- 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.
Summer Activities in the Park
Children ages 4-12 years will enjoy games, crafts, and being active outdoors at a variety of City of Belleville parks. Registration opens June 7 for City of Belleville Taxpayers and June 10 for Non-City of Belleville Taxpayers. Upon registering for a program timeslot you will be sent a Parent Package by email for you to read through, sign and submit prior to the start of your program. Each timeslot is $15.00 per child. Spaces are limited to 10 children per timeslot.
Complete Summer Activities - Parent Package
Please review our frequently asked questions page for answers to many common questions about these programs.
July options (July 5-30)
Riverside Park West |
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Riverside Park West is located at 344 Moira Street East, Belleville.
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Kinsmen Park |
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Kinsmen Park is located at 151 Dundas Street East, Belleville.
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Robin Jeffrey Park (East Hill Park) |
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Robin Jeffrey Park is located at 220 Bleecker Avenue, Belleville.
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Parkdale Veteran's Park |
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Parkdale Veteran's Park is located at 119 Birch Street, Belleville.
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Thurlow Park |
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Thurlow Park is located at 552 Harmony Road, Belleville.
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August options (August 3-27)
Riverside Park West |
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Riverside Park West is located at 344 Moira Street East, Belleville.
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Kinsmen Park |
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Kinsmen Park is located at 151 Dundas Street East, Belleville.
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Robin Jeffrey Park (East Hill Park) |
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Robin Jeffrey Park is located at 220 Bleecker Avenue, Belleville.
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Parkdale Veteran's Park |
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Parkdale Veteran's Park is located at 119 Birch Street, Belleville.
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Thurlow Park |
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Thurlow Park is located at 552 Harmony Road, Belleville.
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Zwick's Centennial Park West |
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Zwick's Centennial Park West is located at 10 Bay Bridge Road, Belleville.
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Children
Children ages 5 to 10 years join us for fun and creative pop-up workshops throughout the summer. Register for all or select your favourite! Pre-registration is required for each workshop.
Soccer skills and drills
Does your child love soccer or want to try it? Join us for this fun skills & drills program that will challenge your child with drills designed to improve foundational skills, teamwork skills, passing and more. All levels of experience are welcome!
Soccer skills and drills |
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For ages 5 to 10 years.
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Art in the Park
Join us each week for a different art workshop! Pre-registration is required
August 9 - Tie dye |
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Want your own tie dyed beach towel? Well, join us and make a cool looking beach towel! Ages 5-10 years
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August 16 - Sharpie marble painting |
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Let see what cool marble design you can make on a white canvas with sharpies! Ages: 5-10 years
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August 23 - Stain glass |
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Want to jazz up your window this summer? Join us for this super cool window craft that looks just like stained glass! Ages: 5-10 years
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August 30 - Squirt gun painting |
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Squirt gun painting is a thrilling summer art experience and is the ultimate boredom buster! Ages: 5-10 years
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Science Explorers
Join us each week for a different science workshop! Pre-registration is required.
August 4 - Baking soda boat |
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Try your hand at making this neat baking soda and vinegar powered boat and lets see who's boat will go the farthest! Ages: 5-10 years
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August 11 - Slime and fake snot |
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Do you like ooey gooey, gross out, sticky science? If so, join us for this workshop where you will make and play with slime and fake snot! Ages: 5-10 years
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August 18 - Hovercraft |
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Who knew you could have so much fun with an old CD, balloon and soap bottle cap? Join us to build this balloon-powered hovercraft. Ages: 5-10 years
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August 25 - Homemade kite |
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Flying kites are always so much fun, but what makes it even better is when you made the kite yourself! Learn how to make your own kite and see just how well it can fly. Ages: 5-10 years
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September 1 - Catapult |
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Want to learn how to make simple catapult with popsicle sticks? This catapult design is an awesome stem activity! Ages: 5-10 years
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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 pop-up workshops
Youth ages 10 to 17 years join us for fun and creative pop-up workshops throughout the Summer 'A' and Summer 'B' session. Register for all or select your favourite! These workshops will be run in-person at Riverside Park West and taught by our child/youth instructor. Pre-registration is required for each workshop.
August 10 - Flower rock painting |
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Paint cute and colourful flowers on rocks. Once your rock is dry you can join the global movement of hiding rocks in public spaces for someone else to find and enjoy and hide in a new spot themselves or you can place it in your gardens at home. No painting experience needed.
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August 17 - Branch weaving |
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Learn how to weave a decorative branch using only yarn. No weaving experience is needed.
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August 24 - Tissue paper painting |
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In this workshop we will use water and tissue paper to make colourful paintings.
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August 31 - Fluffy slime |
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In this 30 minute workshop you will learn how to make fluffy slime and take it home with you. Please bring a container to put your slime in for the travel home.
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Youth weekly programs
There are many programs for youth in person throughout the year that you can register for or drop-in to
Soccer skills and drills |
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Develop your soccer skills with a variety of drills and conditioning sessions. No previous soccer experience is needed. This is a great class to freshen up your soccer skills and get active. Ages 11 to 17 years. The instructor for Summer 'B' session will be Jordan P.
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Teen yoga in the park |
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Increase your balance, coordination and flexibly while calming the mind. The instructor will guide you through a variety of yoga styles over the weeks. This is a great program for those looking to focus on breathing, meditation and calming the nervous system or who want to improve their flexibility for sports. No experience needed. Ages 10 to 17 years. The instructor for Summer 'B' session is Shwetha.
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