SAVE THE DATE: Feb. 12
Family Day
WHAT’S UP?
The Family Day holiday is coming up quickly: it’s Monday, Feb. 12. Join in the fun with all kinds of family programs at Burnaby’s recreation facilities.
WHAT KINDS OF THINGS CAN WE DO?
Whatever your interest, there’s bound to be something to suit your family.
Some highlights:
Bill Copeland Sports Centre has a Family Day Winter Festival, including a pancake breakfast from 9 to 11:30 a.m., a family toonie skate from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and entertainment from 9:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Bonsor Recreation Complex has a Fantasy Pokémon Creations session, plus family badminton, sports drop-in and swim sessions.
Cameron Recreation Complex has family fun and games, while Edmonds Community Centre has family gym, family Zumba, family basketball, family racquet sports and family swim.
Eileen Dailly Pool has a family swim and a pizza/pool party, while Kensington Complex offers a toonie skate and Willingdon Centre has family Zumba.
For the outdoorsy amongst us, there’s a Family Day Hike (departing from the beach at Deer Lake) from 1 to 3 p.m.
Plus, of course, there’s Burnaby Village Museum, where Family Day at the Carousel offers a kids’ entertainer, art activities, heritage games and carousel rides.
WHO ARE THE ACTIVITIES FOR?
Absolutely everybody. Some of the activities have age limits, so check ahead if you’re not sure. But no previous skills or experience are needed to take part in any of the drop-ins.
DO I HAVE TO SIGN UP AHEAD?
Some of the events are drop-in; others require registration. To check out the details (including admission fees, where applicable), you can find a full listings at www.burnaby.ca/familyday.
