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Christian Montessori Pre-school/Kindergarten
For kids ages 2 1/2 to 5, at The Salvation Army, Richmond Community Church, 8280 Gilbert Rd. Info: 916-2811.
City Centre Community Association
Kids' programs: Chemistry Kaboom, science fun for 6-8/6-12 year olds; Magical Music Box, create instruments to play, for 3-4/4-5-year-olds. Info/registration: 214-7716.
Richmond Family Place
New expanded space open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday thru Saturday; store run by volunteers and all proceeds go directly to playroom programming. Donations of clean clothing and small household items appreciated. Info: Barb High, 278-4336.
Richmond Museum
Kids ages 7-12 are welcome to discover the fun hands-on activities and field trips as Young Archeologiests, July 20-24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info/registration: 231-6457.
Richmond Public Library kids' programs
"Making Paper Airplanes", for kids ages 8-11, July 24, 11 a.m. at Brighouse (main) branch, 7700 Minoru Gate. Register at 231-6412 or at the youth services desk.
Steveston Parent and Tot
Group meets every Thursday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Steveston United Church. Non-profit, parent participation, non-denominational group.
Steveston Community Centre
Summer programs registration now on: daycamps, preschool programs, rollerblade hocky, gymnastics, basketball camp and more. Info: 277-6812 or drop by 4111 Moncton St.
Vacation bible schools
Kids ages 3-12 welcome to join "Sonlight Island", a fun vacation bible school that includes skits, games, bible studies and crafts, every Saturday, Aug. 1 to 29, 9 a.m. to noon. at Salvation Army Richmond Community Church, 8280 Gilbert Rd. Info/registration: 277-2424; Richmond Alliance Church's bible school runs Aug. 10-14, 9 a.m. to noon for Grades 1-6, at 11371 No. 3 Rd. (ladies' studey and craft included; childcare provided). Info: 277-3613.
Youth Club
Hosted by West Richmond community centre's Out of School Care for 9-12-year-olds. Designed for children too old for regular out-of-school care, but too young to stay at home, featuring outdoor activities, excursions, 3-6 p.m. 277-9812.
KIDS & TEENS
Britannia Heritage Shipyard
Fun, interactive activities with hands-on approach, every Thursday, 1-4 p.m., pre-registration required. Info: 718-1200.
Centre Community Association
Outtrekkers and Keen Kids day camps: trips, theme days, crafts, games and more; before and after care available. Association is located at 140-8279 Saba Rd. Info: 214-7716
Delta Museum and Archives programs
The Great Escape:Explore Delta's past and present, discover various architectural styles and design your own home or shop, follow a salmon from the Fraser River to the Cannery, explore an archaeological dig, practice pioneer chores, create toys and crafts. Session 2, 11 to 13 years, Aug. 11-14 and Aug. 18-21, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Museum is located at 4858 Delta St., Ladner Village. Register/Info: 946-9322.
Delta Parks and Recreation programs
Summer playground program: combine the freedom of play with the joy of learning, while emphasizing challenge and self discovery, to Aug. 20, Gibson Elementary, McCloskey Elementary, Pinewood Elementary, Delta Manor Elementary, Cliff Drive Elementary, Beach Grove Elementary; Wet 'n Wild sports camp: kayaking, surf biking, Grouse grind, go karting and more, Ladner/S. Delta July 27-30, Aug. 10-13, North Delta Aug. 4-6, Aug. 18-20, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., limited to the first 13 participants; Summer breakout camp: 2 day trips each week, North Delta Recreation Centre Aug. 11-14, Ladner Leisure Centre Aug. 4-7, limited to first 20 participants. Info: 946-3300.
Gateway Theatre Summer Camp programs
Advanced camp designed for youths proficient in dance or voice, focuses on development of performance skills, exposure to new repertoire and working with professionals, camp concludes with 2 public presentations, July 27- Aug. 21, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Info: 270-6500.
Richmond Arts Centre
Registration now on for over 95 one- or two-week summer arts courses taught by trained drama, visual arts and dance specialists, classes run until late August. Richmond Arts Centre is located at 7700 Minoru Gate. Info: 231-6440.
Richmond Museum programs
Blast into the past: local history made fun through different interactive themes, every Wed. to Aug. 19, 1-3 p.m., 6-12 years, pre-registration required; Museum madness: make pioneer and multicultural crafts, every Fri. to Aug. 21. Museum is located at 7700 Minoru Gate. Info: 231-6457.
Richmond Nature Park programs
Overnight with nature: sleep over in the Nature House, 6-12 years, July 24-25, 7 p.m.-10 a.m., pre-registration required; Tykes in the woods: tips, techniques and simple plans to help kids survive an unexpected stay in the wild, 4-5 years, July 28, 9:30-11:30 a.m., pre-registration required; Birds of prey: investigate adaptations and specializations of birds who kill to survive, 8-12 years, July 28, 1-4 p.m., pre-registration required; Zoo in a bottle: find and care for pets in a bottle, 6-12 years, July 28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., pre-registration required; Rain rovers: make rain sticks and rainbows, thunderstorms and clouds and rainbow art, 7-10 years, July 29, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., pre-registration required; Butterflies in your tummy: learn about butterflies, 5-7 years, July 30, 1-4 p.m., pre-registration required; Just for fun: learn about nature through games and activities, 6-10 years, Aug. 7, 9:30-11:30 a.m., pre-registration required. Info/pre-registration: 273-7015.
South Arm, Steveston, and Thompson Community Centre Joint programs
Cheakamus river rafting: August 29, 14-18 years. Info: Suzanne 277-6812.
Steveston and Thompson Community Centre Joint programs
Horseback riding camp: Camp overnight at Golden Ears Provincial Park, trail ride for an hour, August 10 and 11. Info: Suzanne 277-6812.
West Richmond Community Centre programs
Full day: Water week, spend a week at the beach and various water parks, ages 6-8 and 10-13, July 27 and Aug. 17; Summer Daze, join in activities, games, crafts and day trips, ages 7-8 and 9-12, July 27, Aug. 10, 17 and 24; Outdoor Adventures, have fun hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, etc., ages 10-13, Aug. 4, 10. Half day: Kite-o-rama, build and fly kites, ages 7-10, 1:30-3:30 p.m., starting July 6; Teen golf camp, ages 12+, 1:30-3:30 p.m., starting July 7. Registration on now. West Richmond community centre, 9180 No. 1 Rd. Info: 277-9812.
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