Vegreville and Area Newsletter
March and april 2024
JumpintoSpringwiththe FamilyResourceNetwork
Springseasonbringsasenseofrenewalandenergy,thatoffers manybenefitsforkidsandfamiliesalike.Theprimarybenefitof springistheopportunityitprovidesforfamiliestospendmore timeoutdoorsafterthecoldwintermonths Themilderweather andlongerdaylighthourscreategreatconditionsforoutdoor activities.Thisbenefitschildren'sphysicalandmentalwell-being. Spendingtimeinnaturereducesstress,improvesyourmood,and boostsoverallhealth.Didyounowsunlighthelpsregulatesleep patterns?VitaminDproductionfrombeingoutdoorsinthe sunlight,improvesbonehealthandimmunefunction.
Herearesomeactivitiestodooutsideasafamily:
"Springtime is like a colorful adventure, where flowers bloom and butterflies dance, inviting us to explore and play!"
NatureScavengerHunt:Createalistofitemslikeflowers, leaves,birds,orbugsforkidstofindoutdoors Theycan checkoffastheydiscover,learningtogetherasafamily
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1. PicnicinthePark:Packapicnicwithsandwiches,snacks, anddrinks,andenjoyamealinanearbypark,surroundedby nature
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OutdoorArtandCraft:Setupanartstationoutdoorswith paintsandnaturalmaterialsforkidstocreatenature-inspired crafts.
FamilyBikeRide:Takeafamilybikerideexploringthe outdoorsandgettingsomeexercisetogether
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4 FlyaKite:Enjoywindyspringdaysbyflyingkitesinopen fieldsorparks,lettingkidsdecoratetheirownandwatchthem soar
Kalyna
BirdWatching:Setupabirdfeederinyourbackyardand observethedifferentbirdspeciesthatvisit. 6
kalynafrn
Family Resource NetworkHub and Spoke
Family Resource Network 5106 - 48 Ave
vegfrnspoke@telus.net
Kalyna
780-632-2912
Insidethisissue: Program Descriptions Calendars 3-4 Program posters Community Directory 7-14 2 5-6
Meet our Staff 15
meet the Kalyna frn staff
Yuliia
Hub Facilitator
Kalyna FRN
Role:
Connect families with five caring Spokes within the Network
Provide information about programs, supports, services and resources. Supports child development ASQ ts.
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kailyn
Vegreville Spokes Programmer
Kalyna FRN
Role: Creating and delivering enhancing programs for children 0-18 ages and caregivers. Navigate parents around programs.
Did you know ?
Kalyna Family Resource Network is a team of five caring Spokes in the different areas. All programs are available to all families no matter where the program is taking place! So be sure to check out all of Kalyna Family Resource Network programming
vegreville Kalyna FRN program Descriptions
bABY tALK need registration
For caregivers with children 0-18 months. Older siblings are welcome!
Stay and Play
For caregivers with children 0-6 years. Older siblings are welcome!
This program is created for expectant families and families with babies. Community speakers present on learning topics, resources, and support.
Drop in
Free drop-in sessions including play time, crafts, story and snack.
PANCAKES AND PLAY need registration
For caregivers with children 0-6 years. Older siblings are welcome!
Join us Saturday mornings for family fun and pancakes.
Nature Sprouts need registration
Offsite location
For ages 2-6
Program intended for children and their caregivers to explore all nature offers throughout all seasons. Partnered with Vegreville Centennial Library.
Friend den need registration
For Grades 1-3
An after-school program that focuses on developing friendships, and learning to process emotions.
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vegreville Kalyna FRN
program Descriptions
yOGA WITH VAL need registration
For ages 7-12
Children are invited to join yoga practice. Help your child to find balance inside and out.
messy art need registration
For ages 7-12
Join us on Early Dismissal for fun messy-themed crafts!
After hours need registration
For Grades 7-12
Come find out about a variety of topics and activities. Fostering connection, increase self-esteem and enhance skills.
Grandparents and Me
For caregivers raising grandchildren.
Drop in
Connect and gain support through similar family dynamics. Free drop-in sessions including play time, crafts, story and snack.
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SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 25 3 10 17 24 26 4 11 18 25 27 5 12 19 26 28 6 13 20 29 7 14 21 1 8 15 22 2 9 16 23 30 Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM Nature Sprouts 1:00-2:00 PM Yoga With Val 3:30-4:30 PM Stay and Play 10:30- Noon Stay and Play 10:30- Noon Stay and Play 10:30- Noon Pancakes and Play 9:30-11:00 AM Stay and Play 2:30-4:00 PM Stay and Play 2:30-4:00 PM Friend Den 3:00-4:30 PM After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM Grandparents and Me 5:45-7:15 PM Pancakes and Play 9:30-11:00 AM After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM Grandparents and Me 5:45-7:15 PM Closed Toy change over Friend Den 3:00-4:30 PM Stay and Play 2:30-4 PM Stay and Play 2:30-4:00 PM 27 28 Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM Nature Sprouts 1:00-2:00 PM Stay and Play 5:45-7:15 PM Closed for Good Friday Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM Nature Sprouts 1:00-2:00 PM Spring Break
Hours, Baby Talk, Friend Den, Grandparents & Me, Messy Art, Stay & Play, Saturday Pancakes & Play, Yoga, - in the centre. Nature Sprouts - Offsite Location, Spring Registration Night -Offsite Location Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM Nature Sprouts 1:00-2:00 PM Messy Art 2:30-3:30 PM Closed FRN Network Meeting Spring Registration 5:00-7:00pm Friend Den 3:00-4:30 PM Closed Toy change over Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM Stay and Play 2:30-4:00 PM (Flowers Themed) (St.Patrick's Day Themed)
Themed)
MARCH 2024
After
(Easter
31 15 Stay and Play 2:30-4:00 PM
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 7 14 21 28 8 22 29 9 16 23 30 10 17 24 1 11 18 25 2 12 19 26 3 13 20 27 4 Stay and Play 10:30- Noon Stay and Play 10:30- Noon Friend Den 3:00-4:30 PM Pancakes and Play 9:30-11:00 AM Closed Toy chage over Closed Toy chage over 1 2 6 Pancakes and Play 9:30-11:00 AM Stay and Play 2:30-4:00 PM 3 4 5 Friend Den 3:00-4:30 PM Stay and Play 2:30-4:00 PM Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM Stay and Play 5:45-7:15 PM After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM Grandparents and me 5:45-7:15 PM Friend Den 3:00-4:30 PM After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM Stay and Play 5:45-7:15 PM Stay and Play 2:30-4:00 PM After Hours, Baby Talk, Friend Den, Grandparents & Me, Messy Art, Stay & Play, Saturday Pancakes & Play, Yoga, - in the centre. Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM Baby Talk 10:00-11:00 AM After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM Grandparents and me 5:45-7:15 PM Stay and Play 10:30- Noon Stay and Play 10:30- Noon Closed for Statutory Holiday (Gardening
(Stone
(Changing
Friend Den 3:00-4:30 PM
APRIL 2024
Themed) (The 3 B’s Themed)
Painting Themed)
Weather Themed)
BABY TALK
Wednesday mornings 10-11 AM
March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Registration Required
Open to caregivers and their infants aged 0-18 months (older siblings welcome).
Register By:
Phone: 780-632-2912
Email: vegfrnspoke@telus.net
Messenger: Kalyna Family Resource Network -
Hub and Spoke
5106 48th Ave. Vegreville
Stay and play
Tuesday 2:30-4:00
Thursday 5:45-7:15 PM
Friday 10:30-Noon
A
free
program,
registration required.
drop-in
no
PM
Contact Information: Phone: 780-632-2912 Email: vegfrnspoke@telus.net Messenger: Kalyna Family Resource Network - Hub and Spoke 5106 48th Ave. Vegreville
March 9th and 23rd 9:30-11:00AM
April 6th and 20th 9:30-11:00 AM
Contact information:
Phone: 780-632-2912
Email: vegfrnspoke@telus.net
Messenger: Kalyna Family Resource NetworkHub and Spoke
5106
Pancakes and Play
Ave. Vegreville
48th
NATURE SPROUTS SPRING
Weather Birds
Animals
Clothing
WEDNESDAYS MARCH 6TH-27TH 1:00-2:00PM AT THE VEGREVILLE CENTENNIAL LIBRARY
-PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED WITH THE VEGREVILLE CENTENNIAL LIBRARY
-ONE REGISTRATION PER CHILD
-LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
-PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST ATTEND WITH CHILD
-DRESS FOR THE WEATHER AS WE WILL BE OUTSIDE FOR THE START OF PROGRAM EACH WEEK!
FOR2-6AGES
Friend Den
Mondays 3:00-4:30 PM
January 15th - May 13th 2024
Grades 1-3 Registration Required
Where we learn how to be the bestest friends that we can be while developing emotional and social skills.
Register By:
Phone: 780-632-2912
Email: vegfrnspoke@telus.net
Messenger: Kalyna Family Resource NetworkHub and Spoke
5106 48th Ave. Vegreville.
REGISTER BY: Phone: 780-632-2912 Email: vegfrnspoke@telus.net Messenger: Kalyna Family Resource Network - Hub and Spoke 5106 48th Ave. Vegreville. Yoga with Val miller March 20th 2024 From 3:30-4:30PM For 7-12 ages.
Messy Art Messy Art Messy Art March 6th 2024 2:30 - 3:30 PM Join us on Early Dismissal for fun messythemed crafts! Registration required. Forages 71 2 Register By: Phone: 780-632-2912 Email: vegfrnspoke@telus.net Messenger: Kalyna Family Resource NetworkHub and Spoke 5106 48th Ave. Vegreville.
And Me
Thursday, March 7th 5:45-7:15 PM
Thursday, March 21st 5:45-7:15 PM
Thursday, April 4th 5:45-7:15 PM
Thursday, April 18th 5:45-7:15PM
A free drop-in program, no registration required. Open to grandparent caregivers and their child/children!
Contact Information:
Phone: 780-632-2912
Email: vegfrnspoke@telus.net
Messenger: Kalyna Family Resource Network - Hub and Spoke 5106 48th Ave. Vegreville.
