Strathcona County Family Resource Network

09/04/2026

Upcoming drop-in programs for the week of September 8 to 11

👉 Stay and Play (for parents and children 0-6 years)
Monday - Closed
Friday - 9:30 to 11 a.m - Strathcona Olympiette Centre

👉 Babies and Busy Bodies (for parents and children 0-18 months)
Tuesday, 12:30 to 2 p.m. - 160 Festival Way

Find more summer programs at strathcona.ca/families

09/02/2026

Bring the whole family for a morning of autumn fun at our Fall Festival! Tug-of-war, sack races, lawn games, a scavenger hunt, crafts and a “Gourd-geous” photo stop await!

Bring produce to swap with other community members and enjoy a free bagged lunch, apple c***r and popcorn with your loved ones.

👉 Find more fun events and programs at strathcona.ca/families

08/31/2026

Hang out, eat snacks, drink slushies and watch Jurassic Park: Rebirth at a FREE movie night with your friends!

For: Grades 9 to 12
When: September 25, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Community Centre

👉 Register at Strathcona.ca/families

BGC Strathcona County, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Strathcona County, Strathcona County Library, Volunteer Strathcona, Elk Island Public Schools, Elk Island Catholic Schools Division, Strathcona County Recreation, Parks and Culture,

Strathcona County: Free programs and services for families with children from 0 to 18 years of age.

08/28/2026

Life can get loud—find your rhythm and drum it out. This fun, beginner-friendly program uses rhythm to help your youth reduce stress, build confidence, and connect with others. No experience needed; drums provided. Caregivers are invited to join the final session.

👉For kids in grades 5 and 6
🗓️ Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - five weeks starting on Sept. 8

Sign up by August 31, spaces are limited. Register at strathcona.ca/families

08/26/2026

Children ages 0-6 learn about the world through their senses, and exploring different materials helps build creativity, fine motor skills, language and curiosity. Try offering a variety of safe sensory materials such as:

🫧 Water and bubbles
🏖️ Sand
🌾 Shredded paper
🍃 Leaves, sticks, and other natural items
🎨 Playdough
❄️ Ice
🪶 Fabrics with different textures

Follow your child's lead, talk about what they see, feel, hear and smell, and enjoy exploring together. The best sensory experiences happen when you join in the fun! 💛 What is your child's favourite sensory material? Share in the comments!

08/21/2026

Our registered and drop-in programs will be on break while we get ready for fall programs.🍂

Registered and drop-in programs will resume on August 31.

Check out our fall schedule and register for programs at strathcona.ca/families.

08/14/2026

Upcoming drop-in programs for the week of August 17 to 21

👉 Connected Outdoors (for parents and children 0-6 years)
Monday - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m - 160 Festival Way

👉 Baby and Me (for parents and children 0-18 months)
Tuesday, 12:30 to 2 p.m. - 160 Festival Way

Find more summer programs at strathcona.ca/families

08/12/2026

What a fun-filled time we had at our Splish, Splash, Sploosh event last week!💧

Water play offers so many benefits for all ages, including building motor skills, encouraging sensory exploration, boosting confidence, supporting physical activity and creating opportunities for social connection and family bonding. Plus, it's a wonderful way to stay active while having fun!

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made a splash. We loved seeing so many smiles and can't wait for our next adventure!

Find more programs at strathcona.ca/families

08/10/2026

Our FREE fall program schedule from the Family Resource Network (FRN) is here! Connect with other parents and caregivers, learn new skills and support your child’s healthy development.

✅ Drop-in parented programs for infants aged 0 to 18 months
✅ Drop-in parented programs for kids 0 to 6 years old
✅ Registered programs for school-aged kids
✅ Registered parenting skill-building sessions for a variety of age groups
✅ Special events for families and children of all ages

👉 Check out the fall FRN schedule here: https://loom.ly/CrE1uvI
👉 Register for programs and learn more about the FRN at strathcona.ca/families

Strathcona County: Free programs and services for families with children from 0 to 18 years of age.

08/10/2026

Upcoming drop-in programs for the week of Aug 10 to 14

👉 Connected Outdoors (for parents and children 0-6 years)
Monday - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m - 160 Festival Way

👉 Baby and Me (for parents and children 0-18 months)
Tuesday, 12:30 to 2 p.m. - 160 Festival Way

Find more summer programs at strathcona.ca/families