Children and Youth Services
Events
Ages 4-6 years
PJ’s and Create
Come dressed in your PJ’s and let’s get creative! Youth will play, do crafts and have some fun. Children must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 children ratio.
AGE 4-6 years
DATE/TIME Monday December 22
9:30am - 12:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON
Cookie Decorating
Youth are invited to come join us for cookie decorating! Children must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 children ratio.
AGE 4-6 years
DATE/TIME Tuesday December 23
9:00am - 10:15am
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON
Chill PA Day
Children are invited to come hang out for the morning! Whether you like gaming, art or hanging with good company, this is your spot to recharge. Good times and fun moments. Come join us and take a well-deserved break in a fun space! Youth must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 children ratio.
AGE 4-6 years
DATE/TIME Friday
January 2
9:30am - 12:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON
Ages 7-9 years
PJ’s and Create
Come dressed in your PJ’s and let’s get creative! Youth will play, do crafts and have some fun. Children must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 children ratio.
AGE 7-9 years
DATE/TIME Monday December 22 9:30am - 12:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON
Cookie Decorating
Children are invited to come join us for cookie decorating! Children must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 children ratio.
AGE 7-9 years
DATE/TIME Tuesday December 23 10:30am - 12:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON
PJ’s and Movie
Come dressed in your PJ’s and get cozy! We will be watching a movie and playing in the gym. Children must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 children ratio.
AGE 7-9 years
DATE/TIME Wednesday December 24 9:00am - 11:30am
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON
Ages 10-13 years
PJ’s and Movie
Come dressed in your PJ’s and get cozy! We will be watching a movie and playing in the gym. Youth must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 youth ratio.
AGE 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Wednesday December 24 9:00am - 11:30am
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON register
Karaoke/Just Dance
Youth are invited for some Karaoke and Just Dance fun! Show off your vocals or your dance moves or both! Youth must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 youth ratio.
AGE 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Tuesday December 30 1:30pm - 3:30pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON register
Ages 10-13 years
NYE Pre-Party
Join us for our Youth New Year’s Eve Pre-Party – a fun-filled celebration to ring in the New Year! This special event is designed for youth to enjoy a festive atmosphere with age-appropriate 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. Youth must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 youth ratio.
AGE 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Wednesday December 31 9:00am - 11:00am
LOCATION
Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON register
Chill PA Day
Youth are invited to come hang out for the afternoon! Whether you like gaming, art or hanging with good company, this is your spot to recharge. Good times and fun moments. Come join us and take a well-deserved break in a fun space!. Youth must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 youth ratio.
AGE 10-13 years
DATE/TIME Friday January 2 1:00pm - 3:30pm
LOCATION
Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON register
Ages 14-17 years
Teen Dance
Teens are invited to meet and make new friends at our sensory friendly teen dance night! Socialize, have fun, and express yourself through dance and music. There will also be an area to hangout away from the dance. Teens must be comfortable in a ratio of 1 staff to 4 teens.
AGE 14-17 years
DATE/TIME Wednesday December 17 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON register
PJ’s and Games
Come dressed in your PJ’s and let’s have some fun! Lets play some boardgames, and activities will be set up in the gym. Teens must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 teen ratio.
AGE 14-17 years
DATE/TIME Monday December 22 1:00pm - 3:30pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON register
Gingerbread Decorating
Youth are invited to come join us for gingerbread decorating! Teens must be comfortable in a 1 staff to 3 teen ratio.
AGE 14-17 years
DATE/TIME Tuesday December 23 1:00pm - 3:30pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre 3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON register
All Ages
Family Day Mini Putt
Come enjoy a family outing: we’ll have the bouncy castle, mini putt and fun! Drop in anytime throughout the day to play. The whole family is invited!
AGE All ages
DATE/TIME Monday December 29
11:00am - 3:00pm
LOCATION Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold ON
Movie Theatre
Come join us at the movies for Zootopia 2! Your whole family is invited. Please note that the concession stand is open for food/ beverage purchases.
AGE All ages
DATE/TIME Tuesday December 30
Movie starts at 9:30am
Doors/Concession opens at 9:00am
LOCATION Landmark Cinemas 221 Glendale Ave, St. Catharines
How do I get started with Bethesda’s Free Foundational Family Services?
If you have any questions about the below steps please reach out to a service coordinator: serviceinfo@bethesdaservices.com
905.684.6918 ext. 170
Step 1
Step 2
Are you registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) or Bethesda Children’s Behaviour Services?
Step 3
Create your account through Bethesda’s membership portal.
*Your account will be approved within three (3) business days.
If you already have an account, log in.
Step 4
Review the events in this guide to find the best programs for you and your family.
Register for your selections. If your preferred group is full, register for that group’s waitlist. Our team reviews and confirms registrants before each group begins and room may become available for you.
Nous sommes heureux d’offrir des services en français sur demande. We are pleased to offer services in French upon request.