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Event Series How to Talk So Kids Will Listen

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen

Amity House 9213 146 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

This program offers a step-by-step guide to learning practical strategies and concrete skills for communicating effectively with children. You will learn how to deal with your child’s negative feelings, express anger without being hurtful, set firm limits, resolve family conflicts peacefully, and discover ways to promote self discipline and responsibility without punishment. In partnership with Read More...

Books in the Park @ KARA

KARA Family Resource Center (Main Location) 6717 132 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Babies learn language through social literacy experiences, which is parents interacting with them using books. These experiences also serve to associate books with parental affection, attention, and approval. Families are welcome to join us in the park to read a new story, sing songs, learn baby sign language, and connect with each other. Every family Read More...

Books in the Park with Amity House

Amity House 9213 146 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Babies learn language through social literacy experiences, which is parents interacting with them using books. These experiences also serve to associate books with parental affection, attention, and approval. Families are welcome to join us in the park to read a new story, sing songs, learn baby sign language, and connect with each other. Every family Read More...

Event Series After School Adventures

Afterschool Adventures @ Dunluce

Dunluce Tenant Centre Unit 9, 11930 162 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Children will have the opportunity to unplug and connect with others while building their self-esteem. Enjoy a variety of crafts, games, and outdoor activities designed to encourage positive peer relationships while building confidence. Ages 6-12 years, unparented. Tuesdays:  1:30pm to 3:00pm Date:  July 11 – August 22 Address: Unit 9, 11930 162 Avenue NW

Event Series Kids in the Kitchen

Kids in the Kitchen

Your children will master some basic kitchen skills while building their confidence cooking a meal! They will prepare nutritious food to share as a group. This program will support the development of fine/gross motor skills, build confidence, and review kitchen skills and safety. This program is different and will require participants to register for individual Read More...

Event Series Family Fun Night

Family Fun Night

KARA Family Resource Center (Main Location) 6717 132 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Making memories as a family is essential, and creating time to get together is always worth it. There is no easier way to build a happy family than spending quality time together! Come join us at our KARA location for family fun night events. Each Tuesday we will have a wide range of activities for Read More...

Event Series Bright Minds Adventures

Bright Minds Adventures

KARA Family Resource Center (Main Location) 6717 132 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Join us every week for STEM based learning. This program will provide the opportunity for children to learn life-skills, ingenuity, resourcefulness, patience, and curiosity. Our Bright Minds program is designed to build confidence and support the transition to school by offering a variety of developmentally appropriate activities. Ages 2.5 - 6 years *This program is Read More...

Event Series Bright Minds Adventures

Little Leaders

KARA Family Resource Center (Main Location) 6717 132 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Children will learn how to overcome their negative self-talk and start believing in themselves and their abilities! In this program, children will build their confidence and leadership skills, learn healthy assertiveness, practice problem-solving, and develop their growth mindset. *This program is part of our Wellness Wednesday family morning. Ages 5 - 12 years Wednesdays:  10:00am Read More...

Event Series Bright Minds Adventures

Conversation Café for Parents & Caregivers

KARA Family Resource Center (Main Location) 6717 132 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Connect with other parents and caregivers over a cup of coffee or tea. Discover commonalities and build friendships in this welcoming and safe space. Our facilitator will gently guide a conversation on subjects that often affect parents and caregivers. Children will have the opportunity to attend Bright Minds Adventures or Little Leaders while parents are Read More...

Event Series Afterschool Adventures @ Dunluce

Afterschool Adventures @ Dunluce

Dunluce Tenant Centre Unit 9, 11930 162 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Children will have the opportunity to unplug and connect with others while building their self-esteem. Enjoy a variety of crafts, games, and outdoor activities designed to encourage positive peer relationships while building confidence. Ages 6-12 years, unparented. Wednesdays:  2:30pm to 5:00pm Date:  July 12 – August 23 Address: Unit 9, 11930 162 Avenue NW