MONDAYS

WIGGLES & GIGGLES

Mondays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Ages 2ish

An action-packed group that includes songs, nursery rhymes, simple toddler games and more.
SESSION I: September 9 to October 7, 5 weeks $40
Sept. 9 –  Animals
Sept. 16 – Numbers
Sept. 23 – My Body
Sept. 30 – Silly Songs
Oct. 7 –  Action Songs

SESSION II: October 21 to November 18, 5 weeks $40
Oct. 21 –  Moods
Oct. 29 – Colors 
Nov. 4 – Vehicles
Nov. 11 – Movement 
Nov. 18 – Favorites

TUESDAYS

PRE-PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP

Meets twice a week on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 2-5, Twice a week 
Pre-Preschool meets two times a week with parents guiding their child in a preschool environment. The LYSB “classroom” days on Tuesdays and Thursdays will include 2 hours each morning. Free play, center-based learning, circle time, stories, art, and a snack brought from home (no peanut snacks please) will be taking place on our campus. The group will focus on building independence, social skills, cognitive development, motor skills and creativity based on the Montessori style of learning. Later in the session we hope to offer parents the opportunity to leave briefly, on a rotating basis.

WEDNESDAYS

CREEPERS, CRAWLERS, & CRUISERS

September 25 to November 13, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Age: One-ish to Two-ish
8 Weeks, $64

In this playgroup you will enjoy both inside and outside play. Hands on fun! A variety of child safe activities will inspire and exercise your child’s inquisitive brain. Encouraging the exploration of sensory experiences with a variety of unique materials. Leave the mess to us while your child experiments with textures, creative expression, & simple construction. Sensory, simple water play, group time, crafts, and a story.  Is there an activity you want to try with your child but haven’t yet? Contact Arleen Sharp (860-434-7208 x207) asharp@lysb.org and we will make sure we include it in our fun.

BINGO ON THE BEACH

☼☼Family Event☼☼

Wednesday, July 24, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 7, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

At White Sand Beach
This is a free event. Bring your own picnic, beach chairs and blankets and get ready for some good ol’ fashioned family fun. Open to all Lyme / Old Lyme families.
Registration not required.

THURSDAYS

PRE-PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP

Meets twice a week on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 2-5, Twice a week 
Pre-Preschool meets two times a week with parents guiding their child in a preschool environment. The LYSB “classroom” days on Tuesdays and Thursdays will include 2 hours each morning. Free play, center-based learning, circle time, stories, art, and a snack brought from home (no peanut snacks please) will be taking place on our campus. The group will focus on building independence, social skills, cognitive development, motor skills and creativity based on the Montessori style of learning. Later in the session we hope to offer parents the opportunity to leave briefly, on a rotating basis.

FRIDAYS

MUSIC WITH MISS KAITE

September 6 to November 8, 9:15 to 10:00 a.m.

Ages o -5,  10 weeks, $200                                        
Shake eggs, bang drums, dance with scarves and more – even learn some basic sign language!
Kaite will lead you in a fun & research based early childhood music & movement environment designed for birth – age 5 years and the grown-ups who love them. Bring your baby, toddler, & preschooler. We will discover the joy of an interactive playful family music & movement class that supports all learning!

BABIES GROUP

October 4 to November 8, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 0 to 1,  6 weeks, free
For new and expecting parents of children up to 12 months. This group is casual, comfortable, and informative. Meet other parents of babies.  We will cover weekly topics of interest based on your questions and concerns commonly found during the first year of parenting. Meeting in the child friendly atmosphere of Mimi’s Place at LYSB. Join anytime.