Happy Day Play
Family Learning
Where Family Fun and Education Meet!
Explore Happy Day Play, where we revolutionize learning and family bonding through evidence-based activities seamlessly integrated into all our offerings. Designed by and for the modern family, Happy Day Play redefines quality time with top-tier 'grown-up and me' classes, dynamic family events, and enriching community education. Beyond our scheduled activities, we specialize in crafting unforgettable experiences including private pop-up playdates, themed birthday party entertainment, and more. Located in the heart of the greater NYC area, our dedication to excellence ensures every visit is filled with joy, learning, and meaningful connections for families seeking memorable moments together.
Happy Day Play is the only education company in NYC offering an evidence-based early learning model through a family science lens. It was created by a family life educator (FLE) formerly leading organic content strategy for the digital arm of the acclaimed What To Expect When You’re Expecting, helping millions of parents access the most credible, authoritative and trustworthy content in family, pregnancy and parenting ages 0 to 5 years on WhatToExpect.com and the award-winning WhatToExpect app.
Services We Offer
Family Fun Events
Registration Now Open
LIMITED SPOTS: This beloved program is back and better than ever! This affordable early learning program is tailored for families with babies and toddlers aged 0 to 3. It is designed to foster foundational developmental milestones and, most importantly, a lifelong love of learning using a combination of Family Life Education (FLE) principles and introductory Montessori philosophy. Join us for a consistent and fun journey with the same group of families, ensuring continuity and community throughout our sessions.
Dates in Session: Select Mondays from 10:30am to 11:30am. Sept 15, Sept 22, Sept 29, Oct 6, Oct 27, Nov 3, Nov 10, Nov 17, Nov 24, Dec 1, Dec 8, Dec 15. Registration and pricing is for all dates. No walk-ins with class passes will be permitted.
Cost: $300 non-JCC members, $240 JCC members. Equates to only $25 per class. Each class is 1hr long.
Location: Bernikow JCC, 2nd Floor Gym, 1466 Manor Rd, Staten Island, NY 10314
Upcoming Family Events
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Great Pumpkin Party: 10/25 at 10:30am
Join us for a seasonal family celebration inspired by the classic, “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!” This event includes open play, a costume contest, indoor pumpkin patch, interactive story time and more! Just $25 per family non-JCC member, $20 per family JCC members. Appropriate for ages 0 to 5, older siblings welcome. Event last for 1hr, so please arrive on-time to enjoy all the fun! Event takes place in the 2nd floor gym at Bernikow JCC 1466 Manor Rd, Staten Island, NY 10314. Advance purchase ticket is required. No walk-ins or class passes can be used. Limited space available!
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Thanksgiving Parade Party: 11/22 at 10:30am
Join us for our second annual family Thanksgiving party! This event includes open play, balloon craft, parade around the gym, interactive story time and more! Just $25 per family non-JCC member, $20 per family JCC members. Appropriate for ages 0 to 5, older siblings welcome. Event last for 1hr, so please arrive on-time to enjoy all the fun! Event takes place in the 2nd floor gym at Bernikow JCC 1466 Manor Rd, Staten Island, NY 10314. Advance purchase ticket is required. No walk-ins or class passes can be used. Limited space available!
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Early Noon Years Eve Party: 12/20 at 11am
Join us for our second annual Early Noon Years Family Party! This event includes open play, a mini balloon drop and mini ball drop, DIY party hats and more! Just $25 per family non-JCC member, $20 per family JCC members. Appropriate for ages 0 to 5, older siblings welcome. Event last for 1hr, so please arrive on-time to enjoy all the fun! Event takes place in the 2nd floor gym at Bernikow JCC 1466 Manor Rd, Staten Island, NY 10314. Advance purchase ticket is required. No walk-ins or class passes can be used. Limited space available!
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Growing Up Happy
Evidence-Based Articles on Nurturing Early Childhood Development Through Family Connection and More
At Happy Day Play, we are dedicated to making learning a joyful and inclusive experience for young children and their families. Our digital team consists of early childhood experts and data scientists who understand the incredible impact of play in fostering children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development in conjunction with family. We believe in sharing this valuable knowledge with others. That's why we gather the latest research from around the globe and transform it into easily comprehensible articles, practical tips, and engaging activities. These resources transform families by enhancing their children's learning journey.
We invite you to join us as we delve into the realm of early childhood development and its connection to family!
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