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KIDS ARCHIVEActivities and Programs that may be of interest to bright and gifted children We encourage you to look into these programs and activities for yourself with your particular child in mind. Do the research and make a well informed decision. ABC PEEL does not endorse any of the activities or programs that are listed here.
ABC Peel Youth Event - Saturday, January 15th & 22nd, 2011Improv Theatre WorkshopBeing able to use your voice and words with confidence is an important skill; add humour to the mix and you have a strong and confident student who can not only share knowledge, but laughter too. During this two-day workshop participants will learn the fundamentals of storytelling, create their own on stage characters and gain the self-confidence to use their newfound talents. Exercises are designed to build spontaneity, teamwork and storytelling skills. Price includes one ticket to the Bad Dog Theatre Co. performance of Globehead 2011 on, Saturday, January 29th at 8:00pm in Toronto. Date: Saturday, January 15th & 22nd, 2011 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: 5359 2950 Argentia Rd., Toyota Meadowvale Comm. Rm, Mississauga Cost: $70.00/person. A limited number of additional tickets for the Jan. 29th Globehead 2011 performance can be purchased through ABC Peel at $10.00 each. The Bad Dog Theatre is at 139 Danforth (at Broadview) in Toronto. See http://www.baddogtheatre.com/bdt. All attending the performance must provide their own transportation. Registration Deadline: Friday January 7th, 2011 RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer / Registration Form in pdf format. ABC Peel Youth Event - Saturday, December 18th, 2010Canadas Only Hands-on Pinball Machine Museumaka The Church of the Silver BallVintage pinball machines restored to perfect working order. These machines are fun and nostalgic and offer the ultimate in playability. All games are set up for free play. Join us for some fun. Date: Saturday, December 18th, 2010 Time: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Location: 5359 Timberlea Blvd, Unit #14,Mississauga, ON Map Cost: $15.00/person. (beverage & pizza included) Registration Deadline: Saturday December 11th, 2010 RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer / Registration Form in pdf format. ABC Peel Family Program - Saturday, June 12th, 2010A Coach Tour to Fort Erie andthe Re-enactment of the Fenian RaidWe’ll travel back in time to discover how Canada became Canada. Learn more about the life and times of the 1860s through living history. Cheer on your heroes at the re-enactment of the notorious Ridgeway Battle. And for those who dare not witness the heat of battle, there are the officer’s quarters, soldier’s barracks, kitchen, artifacts, costumes and merchants.
Please note, lunch is not included. Bring your own picnic lunch or there is a food kiosk at the displays and demos at Fort Erie Tour site. This is a family event. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Date: Saturday, June 12th, 2010 Time: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Ages: Family event, all welcome. Location: The city of Fort Erie, Ontario Cost: $50.00/person. *** ABC members only: Early Bird Special *** Register and pay for this event by May 12th and the first adult pays $50.00 with each additional family member paying only $45.00 - see the registration form Registration Deadline: Monday May 31st, 2010 RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer / Registration Form in pdf format. Click here to see an informational map of the travel sites, including links to YouTube video of the 2008 Fenian Raid re-enactment ABC Peel Youth Program - Tuesday May 4th, 2010Lasers & MazesThis promises to be a one-of-a-kind exciting, fun-filled opportunity that will introduce you to the fascinating world of laser beams and mazes with an informative, interactive and entertaining unique experience. It consists of hands-on experience, live demonstrations, two games of Laser Quest and an entertaining video presentation. Date: Tuesday May 4th, 2010 Time: 6:20 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Ages: 10 to 15 Location: Laser Quest, 241 Clarence St, Brampton Cost: $25/person (includes Lasers & Mazes program and pizza & beverage), ABC Members only early bird special – Register and pay for this workshop by April 20th and your next child is only $20.00 Registration Deadline: Friday April 27th, 2010 RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer in pdf format. ABC Peel Youth Program - Sunday, April 18th, 2010CTW LEGO Robotics - RoverThe Sequel!Back by popular demand (and the sell out of last months workshop!!) Hey kids, if you love LEGO and have always wanted your creations to come to life, then this workshop is for you! Children’s Technology Workshop will introduce you to the ‘Rover’. Youth will work in teams to build a rover. The sky is the limit ! Date: Sunday, April 18th, 2010 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Ages: 8 to 14 Location: Port Credit Legion 35 Front Street North, Mississauga Cost: $25/person, $20.00 for ABC member's second child Registration Deadline: Friday April 9th, 2010 RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer in pdf format. Event of Interest - Saturday April 4th, 2010FIRST ROBOTICS CompetitionThe Greater Toronto Area is home to the largest Canadian regional FRC event. This marquee event attracts elite teams from the area and beyond. The level of play speaks for itself: the Greater Toronto Regional pit Canada's best robots under one roof. With 56 teams competing for the GTR championship title, additional space had to be setup in the Hershey Centre's adjacent practice arena. Here teams will setup their "pits" just like in NASCAR, where they will frenetically repair, and improve on their robots in between matches. The best part - the "pits" are open to the public to experience behind-the-scenes what it takes to produce a world-class robot. Admission is free. Parking is free. Protective eyewear is available for loan in the pits. Date: Saturday, April 3, 2010 Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Location: Hershey Centre, 5500 Rose Cherry Place, Mississauga Cost: Free to all Note: This is not an ABC Peel organized event, but is of interest to our members. For more information, check out this web site: Greater Toronto Regional FRC ABC Peel Youth Program - Sunday, March 28th, 2010CTW LEGO Robotics - RoverNOTICE: WORKSHOP FULL as of March 4th, 2010Hey kids, if you love LEGO and have always wanted your creations to come to life, then this workshop is for you! Children’s Technology Workshop will introduce you to the ‘Rover’. Youth will work in teams to build a rover. The sky is the limit ! Date: Sunday, March 28th, 2010 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Ages: 8 to 14 Location: Erin Mills United Church 3010 The Collegeway, Mississauga Cost: $25/person, $20.00 for ABC member's second child Registration Deadline: Sunday March 14th, 2010 RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer in pdf format. ABC Peel Youth Program - Sunday January 31st, 2010CARTOONING AND ANIMÉHey kids, if you love cartooning and have always wanted your characters to come to life, then this class is for you! Manga style cartoons are all the rage! Children will enjoy creating their own characters, while using their favourite animation for inspiration. Date: Sunday, January 31st, 2010 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: Mississauga Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga (Directions) Cost: $25/person, $20.00/Early Bird Registation (by Jan 8th) for ABC member's second child Registration Deadline: Friday January 22nd, 2010 RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer in pdf format. ABC Peel Youth Program - November 28th, 2009Build Yourself a Heropresented by Scott Graham, Kids 4 KidsCould your children use a few tips on feeling empowered, reading social cues, taking on leadership roles ? Have them join us for a motivational and interactive afternoon. Date: Saturday, November 28th, 2009 Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location: Grace Community Church, 6670 Campobello Road, Mississauga, Ontario (near Argentia and Creditview Road) Cost: $25/person, $20.00/Early Bird Registation (by Nov. 15th) for ABC members ($25.00/person, non-members) RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer in pdf format. ABC Peel Youth Program - October 31st, 2009Harry Potter Family Game DayHagrid invites you to the “Leaky Cauldron” for a Family Game Day. Bring your favourite Board Games to share. Come dressed as your best transfiguration or Muggle disguise. Take your turn with the Sorting Hat and enjoy some delectable potions & wizard snacks. Date: Saturday, October 31st, 2009 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location: Royal Canadian Legion, 35 Front St. N, Mississauga Cost: $10/person, $20.00/family for ABC members ($15.00/person, non-members) RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer in pdf format. ABC Peel Youth Program - September 26th, 2009Temple Tour, Museum & Family Game DayVisit the beautiful new Temple with a guided tour. Enjoy the museum and experience Hindu culture. The Temple, thanks to the Yadav family, are graciously hosting our Family Game Day after the tour, so please bring along your favourite board game for an afternoon of culture, spirituality, and family fun ! The temple has strict food guidelines, so in lieu of potluck snacks, ABC Peel will provide a light snack. Please do NOT bring any food or beverages, Date: Saturday, September 26th, 2009 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location: BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, 61 Claireville Drive, Toronto, ON M9W 5Z7 Cost: $ 20.00/family for ABC members ($25.00/family, non-members) A parent/guardian must accompany children. Cost includes both Tour and Game Day. Our unique guided tour starts at 1 PM, Game day begins when the tour is over, approximately 2 PM. RSVP: activities@abcpeel.org so we know how many to plan for. Pay at the door. Click here for a copy of the Program Flyer in pdf format. Animation MP3 Alive!Saturday April 25th, 2009ABC Peel, through Children’s Technology Workshop presents“Create your own stop motion, live action, digital cell animation production” with digital cameras, capture software, and MP3. Date: Saturday April 25 2009 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Mississauga Valley Community Centre, Room 3, 1275 Mississauga Valley Blvd (south of Burnhamthorpe, east of Hurontario) Grade 2 – 8 (Ages 6 – 15) $25. Members, $30. Non-members RSVP now! activities@abcpeel.org ABC Peel -Children's PlayshopsFAMILY GAME DaySaturday, March 21st, 2009,1:00 pm - 3:00 pmSt. Fancis of Assisi RC Church,2473 Thorn Lodge Drive, MississaugaPlease join us for an afternoon of fun and games.All ages (0-99) welcome and are encouraged to take part in a game or two and have some fun too!CLASSICS: Scrabble, Monopoly, Chess, Checkers, Euchre, Poker, match, puzzles,Cranium Cadoo, Mind?s i, Boggle, Blokus, DaVinci, Labyrinth, RichMan, ?.* Bring your favourite board game and a deck of cards. Please bring a snack to share or a toonie. Invite your friends and classmates.CTW LEGO Robotics Saturday, April 19th, 2008 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM 9 - 16 years, GRADE 3 to 8 The Church of the Holy Spirit, 1170 Tynegrove Rd, Mississauga (North of Burnhamthorpe, just west of Dixie, off of Golden Orchard Rd) Cost : $ 30.00 for members ($ 40.00 for non-members) Space is limited RSVP by April 12th to reserve via the activities@abcpeel.org AND send your cheque to P.O. Box 10010 Watline Postal Outlet, Mississauga, ON L4Z 4G5 If you are interested in a CTW Day Camp August 18-22, 2008, Email your interest to activities@abcpeel.org
MANNERS & ETIQUETTE(Introductions, Self Esteem, Pride in Appearance, Telephone, Table Manners, etc.) Saturday, May 31st, 2008 9:00 AM - 12 Noon for ages 6 - 9 years 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM for ages 10 - 13 years The Church of the Holy Spirit, 1170 Tynegrove Rd, Mississauga (North of Burnhamthorpe, just west of Dixie, off of Golden Orchard Rd) Cost: $ 30.00 for members ($ 40.00 for non-members) Space is limited RSVP by May 20th to reserve via the activities@abcpeel.org AND send your cheque to P.O. Box 10010 Watline Postal Outlet, Mississauga, ON L4Z 4G5 Please watch for details about the upcoming The ABC Peel Children’s Program is as follows: March 1st, 2008 – Family Fun Skate (details, see below) April (date TBA) – Lego Robotics May 31st, 2008 – Manners and Etiquette June (date TBA) – Family Pic Nic Family Fun SkateDate: Saturday, March 1st, 2008 Location: Chic Murray Outdoor Skating Rink at Burnhamthorpe Community Centre, 1500 Gulleden Drive, Mississauga
Time: Skating from 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Hot chocolate: Hot chocolate will be served afterwards in the Forest Glen Room, Burnhamthorpe Community Centre, 1500 Gulleden Drive, Mississauga between 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM RSVP (Yes or No by Friday, Feb. 22rd, 2008): Karen Lee 647-220-0071 thewoods@sympatico.ca Aerospace Engineering at Ryerson UniversityNewer. Faster. Better.Aerospace engineers design and develop everything from jets and space exploration vehicles to high-speed cars and hovercraft. Career opportunities are excellent; Canada’s aerospace industry is the third largest in the world and the nation’s leading technology exporter. Ryerson’s Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace is one of only two undergraduate degrees of its kind in all of Canada. Please join us to hear Dr. Jason Lassaline, Assistant Professor at Ryerson, give a presentation and answer your questions about this fascinating program. Date: Tuesday February 19, 2008 at 7:15 pm Location: Mississauga Room Peel District School Board HJA Brown Education Centre 5650 Hurontario St., Mississauga Please RSVP: ABC Peel at support@abcpeel.org Please note that you do not have to be a member of ABC Peel to attend. Refreshments will be provided. Tell all of your friends and children of high school age to join us! FAMILY GAME DaySaturday, October 20, 2007,1:30 pm - 3:30 pmBrampton West Alliance Church,1 Regan Road, Brampton(near the car dealerships on Van Kirk Drive - North of Bovaird, first street on the left)Please join us for an afternoon of fun and games.All ages (0-99) welcome and are encouraged to take part in a game or two and have some fun too!CLASSICS: Scrabble, Monopoly, Chess, Checkers, Euchre, Poker, match, puzzles, ?. NEW: Cranium Cadoo, Mind?s i, Boggle, Blokus, DaVinci, Labyrinth, RichMan, ?.* Bring your favourite board game and a deck of cards Please bring a snack to share or a toonie. Invite your friends.RSVP: contact gheisz@sympatico.caFamily Picnic Sunday, June 24th, 2007, 10:00am - 3:00pm Join us at ABC Peel's Family Picnic Sunday June 24, 2007 from 10 am to 3 pm in Inglewood Park. Be sure to bring your own food. Please note that ABC Peel is NOT providing the food. For more information go to our current events page. NEURON TICKLER WORKSHOPABC Peel is happy to present a math "Neuron Tickler" - a fun and challenging workshop for Grade 4, 5 and 6 students who are eager and excited about Math! Are you ready to have your neurons tickled by challenging math problems? If so, this 3-hour workshop by the Spirit of Math Schools is just the thing to get your brain back into gear after the holidays. Students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 will enjoy this exciting opportunity to work with others, while doing a variety of math problems. Individual and group discovery will be accompanied by some instruction on how to solve certain types of problems. The workshop will end with a fun math rally. This workshop will be lead by Kim Langen, President of Spirit of Math, with assistance from teachers from the Spirit of Math campuses. Note: this is a special event for ABC Peel by Spirit of Math. Registration is limited, so be sure to contact us as soon as possible to ensure placement in this 3-hour workshop session. Date: Saturday, January 27, 2007 Time: 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm Price: ABC members: $35, $30 for second and more children. Non members $50 each child. (See other registration details below) Place: Erin Mills Community Station, at 3476 Glen Erin Drive, Mississauga (northwest corner of Glen Erin Drive and Collegeway, in the Peel Police community station) 905-456-5818 Booking and Reservations: Please email your reservation to activities@abcpeel.org Please provide the following details:
We will contact you to confirm registration and payment amount (cheques are to be mailed to ABC Peel P.O. Box 10010 Watline Postal Outlet Mississauga, ON L4Z 4G5) For a copy of the workshop registration form Click Here If you need to renew or start an membership, click here (35KB PDF) for an ABC Peel Chapter membership application form. Now, let's activate those neurons! Are you interested in Cognative Science and Artificial Intelligence?Thursday February 22, 2007 - Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence Program at U of T. Professor John Vervaeke will be joining us along with 2 senior students to discuss this fascinating interdisciplinary program that combines studies in cognitive psychology, philosophy, linguistics and computer science (artificial intelligence). Prof. Vervaeke was nominated in 2006 for TVO's Best Lecturer Challenge in Ontario, and received one of the five teaching awards at UofT in 2000/2001. Children in grades 7 and up are welcome. This meeting will be held in conjunction with the Toronto ABC chapter. Place : The Mississauga Room at the Peel District School Board building at 5650 Hurontario St. in Mississauga. For a map click here Time : The meeting will begin at 7 pm instead of our regular 7:30 start Date : Thursday, February 22, 2007 (This is our February Parents' Night Meeting) WHAT KINDNESS MEANS TO ME?An essay and poster contest for Grade 7 and 8 students. Are you creative, do you enjoy writing or drawing? If so this contest is for you! ESSAY: Students may submit and original essay in English or French with the title: What Kindness Means to Me. POSTER: Students May Submit a Poster, using any medium, with a theme of kindness and compassion for living creatures. PRIZES: For each category.
CONTEST RULES:
TO ENTER CONTEST: Send essays and posters to: The Beatrice Watson-Acheson Foundation Attn: Mrs. Jennifer Snell 4740 Dunning Road Navan, Ontario K4B 1J1 The purpose of the "Values Through Humane Education" is to encourage and develop a respect and responsibility for all creatures and the environment in children. The program began in 1974 under the direction of J. Cameron Watson. It is now presented to schools in Peel, Toronto, Durham and Ottawa, with nine teachers covering grades J.K to grade 8. The foundation continues to offer this program free of charge. To have this program free of charge in your school visit the website: www.thekindnessprogram.org Entries must be postmarked by Wednesday, February 28, 2007. Winners will be notified by early June. ABC PEEL FAMILY GAME DAYSaturday, November 25, 200610:00 am to noonAt Holy Spirit Church, 1170 Tynegrove Rd,
Mississauga Please join us for an afternoon of fun and games. All ages (0-99) welcome and are encouraged to take part in a game or two and have some fun too! CLASSICS: Scrabble, Monopoly, Chess, GO,
Checkers, Euchre, Poker, match, puzzles, …. * Bring your favourite board game and a deck of cardsPlease bring a snack to share or a two-nie. Invite
your friends & neighbors. This is a community family social sponsored by ABC
ABC PEEL FAMILY GAME DAYSaturday, September 23, 2006
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