Town of St. Marys EarlyON Centre
Contact Us
Jessica Kurtz
EarlyON Coordinator
317 James Street South, St. Marys, Ontario, N4X 1B6
T. 226-374-6544
Email the EarlyON Coordinator
News & Updates
Program Cancellations & Location Changes/Disruptions
Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages (@townofstmarysearlyon) for any changes to program locations or any cancellations due to inclement weather or extreme heat.
Important Information:
With the start of outdoor programming, all morning program times, with the exception of Play & Read, will be adjusted to 9:00 - 11:00 am.
KEyON
Everyone attending EarlyON programs must now be registered through KEyON, a digital sign in application. Each adult attending programs will need to make their own account; children can be shared between accounts.
After creating an account online, you will be given a key fob that will be scanned each time you attend a program. This will help us track attendance and determine the best kind of programming for our community. You can also use your online account to view calendars from all EarlyON programs across Perth County.
The Town of St. Marys EarlyON Centre offers a variety of free programs for parents, caregivers and children ages zero to six years. These play-based and interactive programs are a great opportunity for you and your family to explore, learn and create connections within the community.
Weekly schedule
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Play & Learn June 2, 9, & 16 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
Play & Browse June 23 9:00 - 11:00 am St. Marys Community Closet (65 Church St. S)
Baby Time June 30 12:30 - 2:30 pm Kingsway Lodge (310 Queen St. E)
Circle of Security April 28 - June 16 6:00 - 8:00 pm Meeting Room A/B, Friendship Centre |
| Tuesday |
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Play & Learn Every Tuesday 9:30 - 11:00 am 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
*June 17: Dental Education & Screening available via HPPH Dental Educators
Baby Time Every Tuesday 12:30 - 2:30 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre) |
| Wednesday |
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Play & Read Every Wednesday 9:30 - 10:30 am St. Marys Public Library *Please use entrance beside Tim Hortons, off of Queen St. E
Songs & Stories June 4 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
Super Sensory Baby Time June 18 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
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| Thursday |
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Baby Time Every Thursday 9:00 - 11:00 am Milt Dunnell Field (The Flats) |
| Friday |
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Special Intergenerational Event: Erick Traplin June 6 10:00 am (doors open at 9:15 am) 2/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre) *Pre-registration required through KEyON
Play & Learn June 13, 20 & 27 9:00 - 11:00 am Milt Dunnell Field (The Flats) |
| Saturday |
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Morning at the Museum June 14 9:00 - 11:00 am St. Marys Museum - front lawn and inside 177 Church St. S |
In person program descriptions
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| Play & Learn (Various locations) |
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Play and Learn is a play group for families with children aged zero to six years old. We provide a safe and engaging environment for children to learn through play and build connections with other families. During the summer months, siblings over the age of 6 are welcome to attend our outdoor Play & Learn programs. We try to set up near a playground so that all interests can be met. Please know, however, that our programming will continue to be geared towards ages 0 - 6 years. |
| Play & Read (at the St. Marys Public Library - Queen Street entrance) |
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Play & Read is a program for families with children aged 0 to 6 years. Activities based on favourite stories are presented for you to enjoy together. *Please use the Queen Street entrance (next to the Tim Hortons) of the St. Marys Public Library. |
| Circle of Security |
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At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. Please pre-register for all 7 sessions via your KEyON account. Attendance at all sessions is requested. Child minding is available, if needed. Please email to confirm child care requirements. |
| Play & Browse |
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Join us for a Play & Learn program at the Community Closet. Check out the closet while the children play. There is no cost to the items at the closet. All are welcome to browse and ‘shop’ during this special program. |
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Baby Time at Kingsway Lodge |
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Join us and the residents of Kingsway Lodge for this enjoyable intergenerational program. The program room is downstairs. Take the elevator to the lower level and the doors will open into the program room. Parking is limited, please consider walking, if possible. |
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Baby Time |
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Baby Time is a group for parents of children aged 0 to 18 months to come together in a safe environment, to support each other, build relationships, take part in adult conversation and enjoy engaging children’s programming. |
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Wonderful Wednesdays |
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We will have unique and fun experiences for you to enjoy! Come out to see what we have planned! June 4: Songs & Stories - join us for lots of fun and interactive songs and enjoy listening to some favourite stories! Feel free to bring a favourite stuffie along! June 18: Super Sensory Baby Time - children 0-18 months and their parents/caregivers will enjoy this opportunity to get messy and explore through a variety of sensory experiences. |
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Morning at the Museum |
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Join us for a morning of fun and learning with the St. Marys Museum. There will be engaging activities on the front lawn and you can take a tour of the Museum where you’ll be able to check out all the hands-on activities that will be available. Plan to park at Cadzow Park and access the museum grounds via the laneway off of Tracy St. |
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Special Intergenerational Event: Children’s Entertainer, Erick Traplin |
| Join us and our friends at the Friendship Centre as we celebrate Senior’s Month together along with special guest, Erick Traplin, children’s entertainer! Pre-Registration is strongly encouraged via your KEyON account. This is an intergenerational event. Children and their families of all generations are encouraged to attend and enjoy the entertainment together! |