Children's program offered in Kenton
The Hardin County OSU Extension office announces the dates and themes for Little Sparks: Goo Crew for January through May.
The program is open to the public and free of charge, unless noted for special activities. The group meets from 10-11 a.m. at the extension office, 1021 W. Lima St. in Kenton on the first and third Wednesdays of each month.
January 3, Let’s Cook!
January 17, Let’s Play! Indoor Winter Games
February 7, Counting Games!
February 21, President’s Day Party!
March 7, In like a Lion & Out Like a Lamb!
March 21, Rainbows!
April 4, Safety First!
April 18, I am Special!
May 2, Seeds! Seeds! Seeds!
May 16, Let’s Play! Outdoor Games
Little Sparks: Goo Crew is designed to offer adults and the young children in their lives a variety of activities to encourage social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development.
The program encourages intergenerational learning and a place for adults to learn more about child development. It is for parents, grandparents, caregivers, family, friends, and children from birth to Pre-K.
Reservations are not required to participate.Programing is offered by Jami Dellifield, OSU Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences,[email protected] or 419-674-2297.
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