Armstrong Drop-In Programs

Armstrong Drop-In Programs

Discover programs in Armstrong that you can participate in with your children at the last minute, either through drop-in or pre-registration. The majority of these programs are available at no cost. Armstrong provides a fantastic array of activities for young children, including family drop-ins, skateparks, skating, and many more options!

*Please check websites and Facebook pages to verify programs’ hours of operation. StrongStart is only open on school days and will be closed on Pro-D days and holidays. Some programs do not run during spring and summer break.

Monday

  • StrongStart (0-6 years) | Highland Park Elementary | 8:00 – 11:00 am | Free (Sept-June)

Tuesday

  • Family Floor Time | Hassen Arena | 7:30 – 9:30 am | Free – Bring your equipment & clean shoes (Ends June 27, 2024)
  • StrongStart (0-6 years) | Highland Park Elementary | 8:00 – 11:00 am | Free (Sept-June)
  • Baby Talk (0-12 mos) | Pleasant Valley Health Centre | 1:00-2:30 pm | Free (Mar 12-May 14, 2024)

Wednesday

  • StrongStart (0-6 years) | Highland Park Elementary | 8:00 – 11:00 am | Free (Sept-June)
  • Mother Goose (0-5 years) | First Baptist Church | 9:30-10:30 am | Free
  • Public Skating | Nor-Val Arena | 11:45 am-12:45 pm | $5.00 pp (Ends April 3, 2024; Cancellation Mar 20, 2024)

Thursday

  • Family Floor Time | Hassen Arena | 7:30 – 9:30 am | Free – Bring your equipment & clean shoes (Ends June 27, 2024)
  • StrongStart (0-6 years) | Highland Park Elementary | 8:00 – 11:00 am | Free (Sept-June)
  • Lacrosse Drop-Ins (5-16 years) | Hassen Arena | 5:00-8:00 pm | Free (Nov 16, 2023-Mar 28, 2024)

Friday

  • StrongStart (0-6 years) | Highland Park Elementary | 8:00 – 11:00 am | Free (Sept-June)
  • Recharge & Reconnect | First Baptist Church | 8:30 am – 12:30 pm | Free
  • Parent & Tot Skate (5 & Under) | Nor-Val Arena | 11:45 am – 12:45 pm | Free (Ends Apr 7, 2024; Cancellation Mar 22, 2024)
  • Roller Skating | Hassen Arena | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | $5.00/person (Ends June 7, 2024)

Saturday

  • Super Saturdays | Armstrong Library | 10:30 am-1:00 pm | Free (April 6-May 25, 2024)

Sunday

  • Roller Skating | Hassen Arena | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm | $5.00/person (Ends April 28, 2024)
  • Family Skating | Nor-Val Arena | 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm | $5.00/person, 2 & under, free (Ends Apr 7, 2024; Cancellations Mar 24, 2024)

Other

  • Indoor Walking |  Hassen Arena | 7:30-9:30 am (Monday, Wednesday & Friday) | Free (Times are subject to change; Indoor shoes only)

Are we missing a drop-in program? Send us an email at info@okanaganfamilyfun.com
or contact us via social media with your event info.

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More details about each drop-in program:

Armstrong StrongStart
About: StrongStart is a free school-based early learning program offered on school days. Your child will have free time to play games, read books, create a craft, participate in storytime where they will sing songs, and exercise during gym time (where applicable).
Cost: Free
Address: 3200 Wood Avenue, Armstrong (Highland Park Elementary)
Website: hpe.sd83.bc.ca/strong-start/

Pregnancy Outreach Program Drop-In
About: For families that are pregnant or have a baby up to 6 months old. Parenting discussions, healthy lunch, childminding and a health nurse are available.
Cost: Free
Address: 2904 29th Avenue, Vernon (North Okanagan Friendship Centre)
Website: vernonfirstnationsfriendshipcentre.com/pregnancy-outreach-program-p-o-p/

Recharge and Reconnect
About: A free drop-in caregiver and child playgroup for children from birth to age 5. We provide a space for parents and caregivers to “recharge” and “reconnect” with others while your children play. We provide coffee, tea, and a healthy snack for the kids. In the summer months, it takes place at Memorial Park.
Cost: Free
Address: 3185 Becker Street, Armstrong (First Baptist Church)
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BGCOearlyyearsnorth/