Families With Birth to 12 Months Old Infants
Winter Schedule – January 1st to March 31st, 2026
Drop-In / Indoor
Family Play to Learn
Drop-in ǀ Children 0 to 6 years old
This EarlyON parent child interactive program offers an engaging environment to explore and create with your children and to connect with other families. Professional staff are available to support your learning as well as share resources and their expertise when needed.
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough
Tuesdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Tuesdays ǀ 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Wednesdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Thursdays ǀ 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Saturdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
CLOSED: Jan 1, 24 (Family Literacy Day), Feb 14
Apsley Site, North Kawartha Community Centre, 340 McFadden Road, Apsley
Thursdays ǀ 10:00am to 12:00pm
CLOSED: Jan 1
Lakefield Site, Lakefield District Public School, 71 Bridge St.
Mondays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Tuesdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Thursdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
CLOSED: Jan 1, Feb 16, Mar 16, 17, 19
Norwood Site, 31 King St., Norwood
Wednesdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Fridays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Otonabee Valley Site, Otonabee Valley Public School, 580 River Road South, Peterborough
Tuesdays ǀ 1:30pm to 3:00pm
Last Tuesdays program is March 10
Wednesdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Fridays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
CLOSED: Jan 2, 30, Mar 13, 17, 18, 20
Infant Play to Learn
Mondays ǀ 10:30am to 1:30pm
CLOSED: Feb 16, Mar 16
Drop-in ǀ Infants 0 to 12 months old
This EarlyON parent baby interactive program offers an engaging environment to explore and create with your baby and to connect with other families.
Professional staff are available to support your learning as well as to share resources and their expertise when needed.
Otonabee Valley Site, Otonabee Valley Public School, 580 River Road South, Peterborough
Breastfeeding & Well Baby Clinic
Drop-in ǀ Prenatal to 2 years old/Breastfeeding
Drop in to speak to a lactation consultant/community health nurse for breastfeeding help and/or to answer your questions about child health and development. Cannot come to the centre? No problem! Call us – 705-748-9144 to request a telephone or virtual consultation.
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough
Tuesdays ǀ 10:00am to 12:00pm
Thursdays ǀ 10:00am to 12:00pm
CLOSED: Jan 1
Toy and Book Lending Library
Drop-in ǀ Children 0 to 6 years old
A lending service where families can borrow high quality, developmentally appropriate toys, books and games for their young children. Access to library staff and early learning tips to try at home.
Check out our selection on line HERE
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough
Tuesdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Wednesdays ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
Thursdays ǀ 1:00pm to 5:30pm
Saturdays (1st, 3rd, 5th @/month) ǀ 9:30am to 12:00pm
CLOSED: Jan 1
Drop-In / Outdoor
Loose Parts in the Playscape
Drop-in ǀ Children 0 to 6 years old
Have you noticed that when you give a child a gift, they are more interested in exploring the box and wrapping than in what is inside? That is what loose parts are all about! It could be a plastic tube, a cardboard box, sticks or stones. What happens when your child finds these materials outside? Children are naturally curious and when we invite them to explore loose parts in our outdoor space, there is freedom to move and explore.
The possibilities are endless! Come join us for some fun.
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough
Mondays ǀ 9:30am to 11:30am
CLOSED: Feb 16
Noticing Nature
Drop-in ǀ Children 0 to 6 years old
Join us for a gentle outdoor experience where little ones and their caregivers can explore the natural world together through movement and their five senses.
Each week we will encourage mindful observation and playful interactions with nature. We will enjoy simple outdoor activities that nurture curiosity, connection, and calm.
Families can slow down, tune-in and grow closer through the wonder of Newhall Park in every season.
*no washroom on site.
Newhall Park, 701 Lock Street, Peterborough
Wednesdays ǀ 10:00am to 12:00pm
Roots of Discovery
Drop-in ǀ Children 0 to 6 years old
Roots of Discovery is a child-led outdoor exploration program offering opportunities for young children to investigate and find joy in the natural outdoor world and parents to support and share in their wonder.
Professional staff are available to support your learning as well as to share resources and their expertise when needed. Join us for the adventure!
*no washroom on site.
Jackson Park, 610 Parkhill Rd. W., Peterborough
Fridays ǀ 10:00am to 12:00pm
Parent Child Workshops
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
To pre-register click KeyON Calendar to go to the KeyON website.
♦ From the “Region” menu choose Peterborough City and County
♦ From the “EarlyON Centre” menu choose the PCFC site the workshop will take place at
♦ Use the arrows on the right to move to the month the parent child workshop or parenting program will be running on
♦ Find the day of the workshop or program and click on the workshop or program name
♦ Fill in the requested information
Infant Massage
Four Sessions
Infants birth to 8 months old
Infant Massage is a multi-session course for parents and their infants. Developed by the International Association of Infant Massage, this program will give you the tools and information you need to communicate with your baby through loving touch.
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough – KeyON Calendar
Monday, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 ǀ 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Lakefield Site, Lakefield District Public School, 71 Bridge St. – KeyON Calendar
Thursdays, Feb 19, 26, Mar 5, 12 ǀ 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Footsteps to Parenting
Six Sessions
Infants birth to 6 months old
- Are you new to parenting?
- Is your infant under 6 months?
- Do you want to meet other parents with new babies?
We invite you to join us and explore the wonderful, perplexing and sometimes scary journey of parenting.
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough – KeyON Calendar
Tuesdays, Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17 ǀ 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Songs & Signs
Infants 5 to 15 months old
This EarlyON program is an interactive course for parents and babies. Parents will learn a variety of baby signs through a weekly signs and songs circle. Information on the benefits of signing and tips for success will be discussed.
Please note: this program does not teach ASL and is taught by a facilitator who is hearing.
Otonabee Valley Site, Otonabee Valley Public School, 580 River Road South, Peterborough – KeyON Calendar
Thursdays, Jan 15, 22, 29 ǀ 10:00am to 11:00am
Tuesdays, Mar 31, Apr 7, 14 ǀ 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Tiny Dancers
Single Session
Infants birth to 12 months old
Music for you movement for babies! This dance party gives you the opportunity to connect with other parents/caregivers and build strong bonds with your babies through sound and music. Dancing with your little one is a complete sensory experience, from hearing the music, seeing the smiles to feeling the rhythm, all while being held close. Bring your favourite carrier and your best moves (or any moves).
Disclaimer – This program is not led by professional dancers! 🙂
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough – KeyON Calendar
Wednesday, Jan 28 ǀ 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Building Healthy Brains
Single Session
Infants birth to 12 months old
Did you know it’s never too early to consider your child’s mental health? This parent and child workshop explores ways in which we can nurture baby’s brain development to encourage lifelong social and emotional well-being.
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough – KeyON Calendar
Wednesday, Feb 18 ǀ 1:30pm to 3:00pm
I Love You Rituals
Four Sessions
Infants birth to 12 months old
I Love You Rituals are playful connection-building songs and rhymes that nurture attachment and emotional safety – the foundation of all behaviour and learning. This multi-session group experience for caregivers and their babies focuses on creating calming rituals using gentle songs and loving interactions. Come ready to cuddle, communicate and connect.
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough – KeyON Calendar
Mondays, Feb 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 ǀ 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Lakefield Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough –KeyON Calendar
Thursdays, Mar 26, Apr 2, 9, 16 ǀ 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Feeding Your Baby
Single Session
Infants birth to 12 months old
Do you want to know more about introducing solid foods to your baby?
Join us for an up-to-date information and guidance and an opportunity to ask questions about feeding your baby.
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough – KeyON Calendar
Wednesday, Mar 25 ǀ 1:30pm to 3:00pm
Not What I Expected
Eight Sessions ǀ Mothers with infants birth to 12 months old
Antrim Site, 201 Antrim St., Peterborough
Tuesdays, Mar 3 through April 28 (no session Mar 17) ǀ 1:00pm to 3:30pm
This program is a partnership of Peterborough Child and Family Centres and the Partners in Pregnancy Clinic.
Not What I Expected is a group for women with post-partum depression and anxiety experiences. Offered to moms with a baby one year or younger.
Mom and baby attend the program together.
This group may be a good fit if you:
- Have difficulty managing your mood most days
- Have recurring or unwanted thoughts
- Are feeling overwhelmed
- Are lacking support or are feeling unsupported
This group will:
- Provide opportunities to talk about your experiences with challenges in the postpartum period
- Discuss coping strategies to help get through difficult days
- Learn about postpartum mood disorder, self-care, resiliency, and caring for baby during this time
- Give the space to connect with other moms who are looking to find their way through this difficult time
To begin the registration process, please fill out the following inquiry form. A Peterborough Family Health Team staff will contact you for next steps.
For more information call Peterborough Family Health Team program office at 705-740-8020 Ext 335.
Lakefield Families First
Six weeks only
April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 ǀ 10:00am to 12:00pm
Pregnant and/or parenting families with children birth to 3 years old
Click HERE to complete and submit a referral form and the program coordinator will contact you for next steps.
For more information, please call 705-748-9144
This program is for families who are experiencing challenging life circumstances. This program supports the health and wellbeing of families by building a support network, encouraging parent-child attachment and learning together through play.
Lakefield District Public School, 71 Bridge Street, Lakefield