Cookie Decorating
Join Bethesda for a morning of cookie decorating and fun!
AGE 7-9 years
DATE/TIME Monday December 23
9:00am - 12:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
Holiday Sensory Explorers
Get ready to activate your senses by becoming a Sensory Explorer—the Holiday edition. In this group, your child will be provided a safe and structured environment to engage and explore various sensory activities. Children should be comfortable working with staff in a small group setting (2 children to 1 staff).
AGE 4-6 years
DATE/TIME Monday December 23 9:00am - 12:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON
Gingerbread House Decorating for Tweens
Join Bethesda for an afternoon of gingerbread house decorating and fun! Tweens should be comfortable in a small group environment.
AGE 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Monday December 23 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
Gingerbread House Decorating for Teens
Join Bethesda for an afternoon of gingerbread house decorating and fun! Teens should be comfortable in a small group environment.
AGE 14-17 years
DATE/TIME Monday December 23 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON
Family Bowling
Holiday Wrap Up!
Need some time to wrap those gifts? Drop your kids off for a respite recreational group. We take your kids, you relax! Children must be comfortable in a 1:3 ratio (1 staff to 3 children/youth)
AGE 7-17 years
DATE/TIME Tuesday December 24 9:30am - 11:30am
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON register
Come join us for 5 pin bowling with music. Snacks and beverages will be available to purchase. Don’t forget your socks! This event is open to the whole family! Please complete one registration for your family - include the number of people attending from your family during registration.
AGE All ages (with parents)
DATE/TIME Friday December 27 9:30am - 11:30am
LOCATION Pla-Mor Bowling Lanes 106 Main Street St. Catharines, ON
Holiday Circle
Enjoy 2 hours of fun complete with circle time, games, sensory activities and more! Children must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 2 children ratio.
AGE 4-6 years
DATE/TIME Friday December 27
9:30am - 11:30am
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON
Junior Boardgame Cafe
Teen Boardgame Cafe
Welcome to our Teen Board Game Café! This experience is all about fun, laughter, and friendly competition. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just looking for something new, we’ve got a variety of board games for everyone. Come hang out, challenge your friends, or make new ones while enjoying tasty snacks and drinks. Teens must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 youth ratio.
AGE 14-17 years
DATE/TIME Friday December 27 1:30pm - 3:30pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON
Welcome to our Junior Boardgame Café! This experience is all about fun, laughter, and friendly competition. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just looking for something new, we’ve got a variety of board games for everyone. Come hang out, challenge your friends, or make new ones while enjoying tasty snacks and drinks. Participants must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 youth ratio.
AGE 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Friday December 27
1:30pm - 3:30pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
Sensory Friendly Movie: Moana 2
We are excited to invite you to a special sensory-friendly screening of Moana 2! This event is designed to provide a welcoming and comfortable environment for everyone. With lower sound and dim lighting, it’s great for individuals who may benefit from a quieter, more relaxed viewing experience. Bring your family for a fun and inclusive movie outing with your friends from Bethesda! Concession available for purchase. Please complete one registration for your family - include the number of people attending from your family during registration.
AGE All ages (with parents) LOCATION Landmark Theaters 221 Glendale Avenue St. Catharines, ON
DATE/TIME Monday December 30 9:00am - 11:30am
Holiday Dance and Movement
Welcome to one of our most popular groups—the Holiday edition! This fun and energetic group is all about exploring movement through dance, games, and creative play. Whether it’s learning new dance moves, playing fun games, or just dancing to their favorite songs, kids will enjoy a supportive, positive environment. Perfect for kids who love to move, groove, and let their creativity shine! Children must be comfortable in a small group ratio (1 staff to 3 children)
AGE 7-9 years 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Monday December 30 1:00pm - 3:30pm
New Year’s Eve pre-Party
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON
Join us for our Children’s New Year’s Eve Pre-Party – a fun-filled celebration to ring in the New Year! This special event is designed for kids to enjoy a festive atmosphere with ageappropriate games, activities, music and treats. There will be dancing, crafts, and exciting countdowns (without the late-night hours!) so everyone can join in the celebration. Children must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 children ratio.
AGE 7-17 years
DATE/TIME Tuesday December 31 9:30am - 11:30am
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON
Frosty Fun PD Day
This fun-filled morning is the perfect way to spend the school break with exciting games and creative activities. Our friendly staff will keep the kids engaged and entertained while ensuring a safe and fun environment. It’s a day of laughter, and unforgettable memories – the perfect way to make the most of a PD day!
AGE 4-6 years 7-9 years
DATE/TIME Thursday January 2 9:00am - 12:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
Teen Chill PD Day
Tween Chill PD Day
Tweens are invited to come hang for the afternoon! Whether you’re into gaming, art, or simply chilling with good company, this is your spot to recharge. No pressure, just good vibes and fun moments. Come join us and take a well-deserved break in a space made just for you! Registration is limited to one half day per child.
AGE 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Thursday January 2 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
Teens are invited to come hang for the afternoon! Whether you’re into gaming, art, or simply chilling with good company, this is your spot to recharge. No pressure, just good vibes and fun moments. Come join us and take a welldeserved break in a space made just for you! Registration is limited to one half day per child.
AGE 14-17 years
DATE/TIME Thursday January 2 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
Frosty Fun PD Day
This fun-filled morning is the perfect way to spend the school break with exciting games and creative activities. Our friendly staff will keep the kids engaged and entertained while ensuring a safe and fun environment. It’s a day of laughter, and unforgettable memories – the perfect way to make the most of a PD day!
AGE 4-6 years 7-9 years
DATE/TIME Friday January 3 9:00am - 12:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
Teen Chill PD Day
Tween Chill PD Day
Tweens are invited to come hang for the afternoon! Whether you’re into gaming, art, or simply chilling with good company, this is your spot to recharge. No pressure, just good vibes and fun moments. Come join us and take a well-deserved break in a space made just for you! Registration is limited to one half day per child.
AGE 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Friday January 3 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
Teens are invited to come hang for the afternoon! Whether you’re into gaming, art, or simply chilling with good company, this is your spot to recharge. No pressure, just good vibes and fun moments. Come join us and take a welldeserved break in a space made just for you! Registration is limited to one half day per child.
AGE 14-17 years
DATE/TIME Friday January 3 1:00pm - 4:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda
Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold ON
