Contact Us
Jessica Kurtz
EarlyON Coordinator
317 James Street South, St. Marys, Ontario, N4X 1B6
T. 226-374-6544
Email the EarlyON Coordinator
October 14 - CLOSED for Thanksgiving
October 25 - CLOSED for professional development
October 28 - Baby Time at Kingsway Lodge
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.
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.
Monday |
Play & Learn October 7, 21 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
Bedtime Storytime October 7 6:00 - 7:00 pm Meeting Room A/B Friendship Centre
Stories with Friends October 21 10:00 - 11:00 am Wildwood Care Centre (100 Ann St.)
Baby Time October 28 12:30 - 2:30 pm Kingsway Lodge (310 Queen St. E) *Wear costumes if you wish!
Navigating Sibling Relationships October 28 6:00 - 8:00 pm Multipurpose Room Friendship Centre *Please pre-register via KEyON |
Tuesday |
Play & Learn Every Tuesday October 8 & 22: 9:30 - 11:30 am October 1 & 29: 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
Baby Time October 8, 15, 22 12:30 - 2:30 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre) *With songs and rhymes at 1:30 pm |
Wednesday |
Play & Read Every Wednesday 9:30 - 10:30 am St. Marys Public Library *Please use entrance beside Tim Hortons, off of Queen St. E
Wonderful Wednesdays Move & Groove October 2 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
CPR & Chocking Presentation October 9 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre) *Please pre-register via KEyON
Kids in the Kitchen October 16 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
Mad About Science October 23 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre)
Haunted House October 30 12:30 - 2:00 pm 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre) |
Thursday |
Baby Time Every Thursday 9:00 - 11:00 am 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre) October 17: Super Sensory, come dressed for a mess October 31: Wear costumes if you wish |
Friday |
Play & Learn October 4, 11, 18 9:30 - 11:30 am 1/3 Hall, Community Centre (inside the Pyramid Recreation Centre) |
Saturday |
Nature Adventure October 19 9:30 - 11:30 am Rotary Park (parking lot off Station St., near Peel St. N) |
Play & Learn (Various locations) |
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) |
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. |
Baby Time - 0 to 18 Months (Various locations) |
Baby Time is a group for parents of children aged zero to 18 months to come together in a safe environment. We support each other, build relationships, take part in adult conversation and enjoy stimulating and engaging programming for children. |
Nature Adventure at Sparling Bush | October 19, 9:30 - 11:30 am |
Join us for a special Saturday morning adventure at Sparling Bush! We will have lots of self-directed activities for you to enjoy around the trail! In case of inclement weather, watch our social media & KEyON for location changes. |
Wonderful Wednesday Afternoons |
While we await the renovations to the pool to be completed, Play & Swim will be on pause. During this time, we have some unique and fun opportunities for you to enjoy! Each week will focus on something different - come out to see what we have planned for you! |
Stories with Friends at Wildwood Care Centre | October 21, 10:00 -11:00 am |
Join us at Wildwood Care Centre (100 Ann St.) for a special Storytime with the residents. This will be in the program room, via the door from the courtyard area to the left of the building. Please feel free to park at the front of the building or on neighbouring streets and walk along the path on the left-hand side. Watch for our signs. |
Navigating Sibling Relationships | October 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm |
A presentation and interactive discussion to consider how the needs of siblings can differ and what we can do as caregivers to encourage supportive sibling relationships and manage conflict between siblings. Child minding is available. Please pre-register via www.keyon.ca |
Baby Time at Kingsway Lodge | October 28, 12:30 - 2:30 pm |
oin us for a special Baby Time will at Kingsway Lodge. Limited parking is available on surrounding streets. If you’re able to walk, please consider doing so. Wear costumes, if you wish. |
Bedtime Story Time | October 7, 12:30 - 2:00 pm |
Put on your pajamas, bring your favourite stuffie and join us for some songs, stories & finger plays! This program will be in Meeting Room A/B at the Friendship Centre. Use Entrance C and follow the hallway to the right. |
CPR & Choking Presentation | October 9, 6:00 - 7:00 pm |
Join us for a presentation about Infant/Child CPR & Choking. You will be able to ask questions and practice your skills. Adults are able to attend with or without children. Please note: this is informational & is not a certification course. Pre-Register via www.keyon.ca |
The following virtual programs are posted on the Town of St. Marys EarlyON Centre's Facebook and Instagram accounts. Follow us at @townofstmarysearlyon.
Activity Corner Post |
Check out a new family activity that you can do at home. We will provide you with fun ideas that are simple and easy to do with materials you can find around your home. Get ready to explore, create, investigate and get messy! Day/Time: |
Family Time Post |
We will post activity ideas, parenting tips, community resources and so much more! Day/Time: Check back for future dates and times! |