Family Fun Programs

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Our Family Fun programs are designed for you and your child to spend quality family time together!  With a variety of different registered programs, events, and camps, you can choose what suits your family. Most importantly, our Family Fun programs are FUN and provide a positive learning environment that enables child initiated – adult supported play, and engages families in active, creative and meaningful experiences together.

If you are looking for arts based programs, please visit our Artists and Children Together Community Programs page. 

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We offer many fun and educational programs for kids of all ages. Whether your child loves art, LEGO, cooking or something else, there’s something here for them. Use the filters to search by age, interests, and program type to find the best match. It’s easy to explore and choose what works for your family!

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Chess for Kids

person playing chess

Dates: November 21 - December 12 (4 sessions - Saturdays)
Time: 11:30pm-12:45pm
Ages:
5-12 Years
Cost: $92
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Playing Chess helps children develop many different life skills like critical thinking, memory development, problem solving skills, and patience. It helps to strengthen academic performance and emotional resilience when handling wins and losses. This program is geared to beginners learning chess and the basics of principles, strategies and tactics. The children will get to socialize with other while getting to play the game and having a great time!

Cooking Up a Story - Saturdays

Dates: November 7 - December 5 (5 sessions - Saturdays)
Time: 9:30am-11:00am
Ages:
2-4 Years (Parent/guardian participation required)
Cost: $110
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Join us for weekly themed stories complemented by preparing an age-appropriate recipe. Together we will adventure into stories, activities, recipe preparation and cooking a healthy snack to enjoy together. At the end of the program, each family will receive a digital copy of their delicious recipes prepared over the course of the program.

Cooking Up a Story - Tuesdays

Dates: November 3 - December 1 (5 sessions - Tuesdays)
Time: 9:30am-11:00am
Ages:
2-4 Years (Parent/guardian participation required)
Cost: $110
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Join us for weekly themed stories complemented by preparing an age-appropriate recipe. Together we will adventure into stories, activities, recipe preparation and cooking a healthy snack to enjoy together. At the end of the program, each family will receive a digital copy of their delicious recipes prepared over the course of the program.

Cooking Up a Story:
The Great Mini Cookie Exchange for Kids

Date: Friday, December 11th
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Ages:
2-5 Years
Cost: $45
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Celebrate the joy of baking and bonding in this delightful hands-on workshop designed for parents or caregivers and their little ones. Together, you'll mix, decorate, and take-home festive cookies to share while creating sweet memories that last far beyond the oven. What’s included: Guided cookie baking and decorating stations, simple and child-friendly recipes, a festive cookie exchange where you will take home a variety of treats and a cozy holiday atmosphere with music and warm drinks! Perfect for Parents, grandparents, or caregivers with young children.No baking experience needed — just bring your holiday spirit!

Family Fun PA Day Camp:
Sweater Weather

Various foods

Date: Friday, November 27
Time: 9:00am-4:00pm
Ages:
4-9
Cost: $70
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Sweater Weather is better together! So let’s get together this P.A. Day so your kids
experience the joys of the cooler season, through cozy experiences and comfort
food recipes. Let’s make everything better with fun sweater weather activities that
are sure to warm you up on the inside and out. Make sure you don’t miss out and
register today!

Family Fun School's Out Camp:
It's a Fall Time Party

kids playing in leaves

Date: Friday, November 13 & Monday November 16
Time: 8:00am-5:00pm
Ages:
4-9
Cost: $90 per day
Location: David's Place: 132 Main Street North, Campbellville

Ain’t no party like a Fall Time Party! This month’s P.A. Day Camp will have your
kids experience the joys of the Fall season, through outdoor experiences and
comfort food recipes. Let’s make sure that this cozy season gets the party it
deserves by experiencing all that Fall has to offer! *These camps are intended for children who attend private schools with term break days HDSB and HCDSB may not have these days off

Holiday Helper Elf Kits

Cost: $55
On Sale Date: Monday, November 9, 2026
Pick Up Dates:
November 26, 27, 28 and 30
Pick Up Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Take the stress out of Elf on the Shelf with our ready-to-use Holiday Helper Elf Kit! Featuring 24 days of pre-planned elf adventures, complete with signs, props, and easy setup instructions, this kit makes creating holiday magic simple and fun. Just add your own elf and enjoy more time making memories with your family while we handle the planning and preparation.

Let's Cook

Dates: November 7 - December 5 (5 sessions - Saturdays)
Time: 12:00pm-1:30pm
Ages:
5-8 Years
Cost: $135
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Looking for an interesting and exciting Saturday afternoon activity for your school-aged children while you run errands? Have them join us for a fun-filled opportunity to make delicious recipes. Together we will choose the recipes and explore the materials using our senses by handling, measuring, pouring, mixing, cooking, and baking. At the end of the program, each family will receive a digital copy of all the recipes made during the sessions—perfect for recreating the fun at home!

Let's Cook: 4 Teens

prepared and portioned food

Dates: November 7 - December 5 (5 sessions - Saturdays)
Time: 12:00pm-1:30pm
Ages:
13-16 Years
Cost: $135
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

*New Program* A cooking and baking program exclusively 4 Teens! They can come out and explore different recipes from start to finish with the support of one of our experienced facilitators. They will get to experience new and loved flavours and foods and gain confidence in the kitchen that will carry them through everyday life. Together we will choose the recipes and explore the materials using our senses by handling, measuring, pouring, mixing, cooking, and baking. At the end of the program, each family will receive a digital copy of all the recipes made during the sessions.

Let's Cook: College Edition

Fried egg

Dates: November 10 - December 8 (5 sessions - Tuesdays)
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Ages:
16-19 Years
Cost: $170
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

*New Program* College days are quickly approaching and there’s lots to worry about but don’t let what you are going to eat be one of them. This program will teach you tips and tricks on how to prepare meals whether you are in a dorm, off campus housing or even commuting from home. Using kitchen tools that are easily transportable when a full kitchen isn’t always available to you. Together we will choose the recipes and explore the materials using our senses by handling, measuring, pouring, mixing, and cooking. At the end of the sessions, each participant will receive a digital copy of the delicious recipes prepared in the program and be equipped with their own take home electric skillet. Setting you up for success in this next exciting stage of your life.

Let's Cook: Next Level

Pasta salad

Dates: November 7 - December 5 (5 sessions - Saturdays)
Time: 9:30am-11:00am
Ages:
9-12 Years
Cost: $135
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Does your kid love to cook or want to learn more about the world of foods and flavours and take it to the next level? Then join us for a fun filled opportunity to make delicious recipes, an opportunity to sign up on their own, or maybe to do it along with a friend. Together we will choose the recipes and explore the materials using our senses by handling, measuring, pouring, mixing, cooking, and baking. At the end of the program, each family will receive a digital copy of all the recipes made during the sessions—perfect for recreating the fun at home!

Let's Cook:
The Great Mini Cookie Exchange for Adults

Date: Thursday, December 10th
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Ages:
18+
Cost: $50
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Bake, decorate, exchange, and enjoy! Join us for a festive adults-only cookie workshop where you’ll create a variety of mini holiday treats while enjoying a relaxed and social evening. Leave with a delicious assortment of cookies perfect for sharing, gifting, or keeping all to yourself!

Magical Picture Party
with the Clauses (Friday)

Santa and Mrs. Claus

Date: Friday, December 18th
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm (10 minute photo time slots)
Ages:
0+
Cost: $35 ($15 for additional child in same time slot)
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Get ready for a holly-jolly celebration! Magical Picture Party with the Clauses combines a professional photo experience with Santa and Mrs.Claus and a fun-filled holiday event for the whole family. Enjoy festive activities, seasonal crafts, sweet treats, and plenty of holiday cheer while you wait for your scheduled photo session. This merry event is the perfect way to capture the spirit of the season and create lasting memories together.

Magical Picture Party
with the Clauses (Saturday)

Santa and Mrs. Claus

Date: Saturday, December 19th
Time: 3:00pm-7:00pm (10 minute photo time slots)
Ages:
0+
Cost: $35 ($15 for additional child in same time slot)
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Get ready for a holly-jolly celebration! Magical Picture Party with the Clauses combines a professional photo experience with Santa and Mrs.Claus and a fun-filled holiday event for the whole family. Enjoy festive activities, seasonal crafts, sweet treats, and plenty of holiday cheer while you wait for your scheduled photo session. This merry event is the perfect way to capture the spirit of the season and create lasting memories together.

Making Memories Workshop:
Salt Dough Ornaments

salt dough hand print ornament

Dates: Monday, November 30
Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
Ages:
0-24 Months
Cost: $30
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

*New Program* Are you finding baby/toddler projects way more overwhelming than you originally thought? Do you wish you had some way to get these keepsakes without all the hassle of doing it yourself? Have no fear; the Making Memories workshops are here! It’s an opportunity to get those valuable memories and keepsakes while having the materials and extra hands to help taken care of. This month we will mix a batch of salt dough to get those cute little footprints and handprints immortalized for years to come. We will have paint and glitter to add
embellishments as desired. Along with getting to leave with those heartwarming
projects, you will also get the opportunity to participate in a circle of songs and
rhymes and connect with other families.

On My Way: Kindergarten
Ready - Wednesdays

three kids sitting together smiling

Dates: November 4 - December 2 (5 sessions - Wednesdays)
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Ages:
3-5 Years (Children attend without a parent)
Cost: $168
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Children will participate in a variety of activities, such as learning songs and stories, art, sensory play, and active play, while socializing with other children. Children will also be encouraged to practice basic classroom routines that will help prepare them for kindergarten. The Educator engages with the children, taking into consideration individual personalities, learning styles and interests of each child. This program also offers the child an opportunity to practice emotional self-regulation as they transition into being left on their own without the parent/caregiver.

RoboThink Engineering Building:
Battle Bots

robothink robotics

Dates: November 21 - December 12 (4 sessions - Saturdays)
Time: 11:00am-12:30pm
Ages:
6-12 Years
Cost: $127
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

*New Program* Attention all warriors and engineers! Strap on your hard hat and get ready to build and customize an impressive array of mechanized warriors. Once your robot is battle-ready, step into the arena and face off against other participants in an exhilarating range of activities. Using gears, motors, axles, and RoboThink’s unique hardware, students will explore engineering concepts through hands-on building, problem-solving, and friendly challenges. No prior experience is required—just bring your creativity, competitive spirit, and get ready to have a blast! Returning participants will create new projects.

School’s Out Camp:
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Pyjama Party

Date: Thursday, December 17th and/or Friday, December 18th
Time: 8:00am-5:00pm
Ages:
4-12
Cost: $90/day
Location: David's Place: 132 Main Street North, Campbellville

Join us for 'Twas the Night Before Pyjama Party Camp, where we will get cozy in our pjs and celebrate the Holidays together where all through the house will be lots of creatures stirring but hopefully not a mouse. We will have fun throughout the day by playing games, making treats and getting cozy with a festive film. To the top of the porch, to the top of the wall, now register, register, register all! *These camps are intended for children who attend private schools with term break days HDSB and HCDSB may not have these days off.

Scientists in School with MCRC

children doing a science experiment

Dates: November 21 - December 12 (4 sessions - Saturdays)
Time: 9:30am-10:30am
Ages:
4-12 Years
Cost: $108
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

*New Program* Get ready for 4 weeks of STEM-filled fun! Scientists in Schools with MCRC is designed to spark children’s curiosity, build confidence, and show them just how exciting science can be. Each 60-minute session invites young scientists to explore, experiment, create, and discover through engaging, hands-on activities inspired by biology, physics, chemistry, engineering, and more. Led by our enthusiastic science educators, every workshop is packed with age-appropriate challenges, creative investigations, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions and think like a scientist. Through playful exploration and real-world connections, children will develop critical-thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, all while having a blast!

Winter Break Workshops

Date: Monday, December 21, Tuesday, December 22 and/or Wednesday, December 23
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Ages:
4-12
Cost: $40/day
Location: MCRC - 410 Bronte Street South

Make this holiday season extra special with our Winter Workshops! Join us for 1, 2 or 3 exciting workshop days where children can bake and decorate festive sugar cookies, create beautiful holiday garlands and snow glob keepsakes, and create personalized cards and wrapping paper to gift to family and friends. It's the perfect opportunity to get into the holiday spirit!

 

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