Hundreds of families turned out for the first-ever Play to Learn event on Saturday, Feb. 21. The Burnaby Early Childhood Development Table hosted the event, which featured several play stations with activities aimed at fostering different aspects of children's development. More than 200 families came out for the free, drop-in event, and there was information for parents on how to make playtime more supportive of their children's development. Eleven agencies - including the local library, school district and neighbourhood house – participated in the event. The table plans to hold another Play To Learn event next year.
Preschool open house events
The Burnaby Neighbourhood House is opening the doors to two of its preschools in March. The Marlborough Preschool open house is on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to noon, and the Gilpin Preschool open house is on Saturday, March 28 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Families with preschool aged children are encouraged to drop by both preschools to meet teachers, learn about programs and see the preschools. For more info, go to www.burnabynh.ca/preschool.
Foster parents needed
Interested in becoming a foster parent? The Ministry of Children and Family Development needs foster parents in Burnaby, and there is a series of events throughout the year to find out more about caring for foster children. The first info session is on Thursday, March 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The meeting is at 200-906 Roderick Ave. in Coquitlam. For more info or future meeting dates, 604-764-8098.
One pot cooking
Want to learn how to cook healthy and affordable meals for the whole family? Nutritionist Suzan Anbari is teaching a workshop on Thursday, March 5, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Edmonds Community School in the community room. Admission is free, but space is limited, so register by calling 604-257-4457. The United Steelworkers Local 1-1937 provided funding for the workshop.
