St.John's Celebrates National Child Day
This week the City of St. John’s is celebrating National Child Day.
The Government of Canada designated November 20 as National Child Day to commemorate the adoption and convention of the rights of the child. It’s a day to celebrate the rights of children everywhere, to help them live happy, healthy lives so that each child may reach their full potential.
This year, the City of St. John’s is celebrating the Right to Play with a variety of events and activities for children and families throughout the week.
Today, Mayor O’Keefe and City Councillors will be joined at City Hall by the winners of the Meet the Mayor contest. The two winners will receive prizes, meet the Mayor and City staff, receive a tour of City Departments and will read the proclamation for National Child Day during the weekly Council meeting.
Admission free activities are taking place throughout the week of November 17 to 23. All families are encouraged to participate.
Move it Family Fun Day
Families of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join City staff for an afternoon of physical activity and fun including: obstacle courses, target games, active tot spot, crafts, bouncy castles, ‘skollyball’, hooping and much more. There will also be active and healthy living displays from the Recreation Division, Humane Services, HIGH FIVE, Eat, Great and Participate, Janeway Lifestyles Program, Office of the Youth and Child Advocate, War Amps ‘Play Safe’ and many others. Don’t miss it!
Location: NL Sports Centre (Power Plex)
Date: Sunday, Nov. 23
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Everyone Welcome - FREE Swims
Location: Wedgewood Recreation Centre
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 18
Time: 7:30 to 8:20 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: H.G.R. Mews Community Centre
Date: Thursday, Nov. 20
Time: 7 to 7:50 p.m.
Admission: Free
Movers and Shakers Playgroups
Parents/Caregivers and children from 0 to 5 years are welcome to drop by our active playgroup at one of our two locations. Free admission and a healthy snack offered.
Location: Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre, 47 Gleneyre Street
Date: Thursday, Nov. 20
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon
Admission: Free
Location: Southlands Community Centre, 40 Teakwood Drive
Date: Saturday, Nov. 22
Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Admission: Free
Awareness Session: Music Therapy
Music Therapy is the use of music and musical elements to maintain and restore mental, physical, emotional, spiritual health and wellbeing. Music therapy benefits people of all ages and musical backgrounds with a variety of special needs. Spaces are limited. Register by calling 709-576-8499 or 709-576-8631 or email recreation@stjohns.ca.
Location: Foran/Greene Room, City Hall
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 19
Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
For more information please visit: https://www.stjohns.ca/living-st-johns/recreation-and-parks/special-events