Happy Day Play at JCC of Staten Island Class Schedule

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Classes at Happy Day Play welcome both JCC Members and non-members alike! No reservations are needed. Class passes do not expire. Simply secure your class pass in advance online at this link: Happy Day Play Grown Up and Me Programs at the JCC of Staten Island. Present your confirmation to a friendly Happy Day Play staff member upon arrival, and sign in. We can't wait to meet your family and share the joy of learning together!

Classes Monday through Saturday happen at Bernikow JCC 1466 Manor Rd Staten Island, NY 10314. Classes Sunday happen at Avis/South Shore JCC 1297 Arthur Kill Rd. Staten Island, NY 10312 and will restart again in the fall. Summer session ends 8/23 and fall session will start 9/9. We will be on vacation during this time.

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Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Nov
23

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

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Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Nov
26

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

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Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Nov
27

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

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Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Dec
3

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

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Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Dec
4

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

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Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Dec
7

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

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Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Dec
10

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

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Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Dec
11

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

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Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Dec
14

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

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Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Dec
17

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

View Event →
Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Dec
18

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Dec
21

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

View Event →

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Nov
20

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Nov
19

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

View Event →
Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Nov
16

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

View Event →
Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Nov
13

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Nov
12

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

View Event →
Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Nov
9

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

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CANCELED DUE TO TEACHER ILLNESS: Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Nov
6

CANCELED DUE TO TEACHER ILLNESS: Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Nov
2

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

View Event →
Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Oct
30

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Oct
29

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

View Event →
Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Oct
23

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

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ON THE FARM Theme: Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Oct
19

ON THE FARM Theme: Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

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ON THE FARM Theme: Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Oct
16

ON THE FARM Theme: Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
ON THE FARM Theme: Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Oct
15

ON THE FARM Theme: Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

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Family Crafternoon: Spooky Halloween Week - SOUTH SHORE ONLY
Oct
10

Family Crafternoon: Spooky Halloween Week - SOUTH SHORE ONLY

Join us at Avis South Shore JCC for Family Crafternoon in the community room! This class caters to all ages, with a special focus on children from 0 to 5, and older siblings are warmly invited to join. Dive into traditional arts and crafts that result in tangible, finished projects, complemented by bubbles, parachute play, and themed activities. Our expertly designed sessions ensure engaging, age-appropriate fun for every family member. Cost is per immediate family. Come and make creative memories together!

View Event →
Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Oct
9

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Oct
8

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

View Event →
Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Oct
2

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Oct
1

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

View Event →
Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Sep
28

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

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Family Crafternoon: Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice - SOUTH SHORE ONLY
Sep
26

Family Crafternoon: Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice - SOUTH SHORE ONLY

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Join us at Avis South Shore JCC for Family Crafternoon in the community room! This class caters to all ages, with a special focus on children from 0 to 5, and older siblings are warmly invited to join. Dive into traditional arts and crafts that result in tangible, finished projects, complemented by bubbles, parachute play, and themed activities. Our expertly designed sessions ensure engaging, age-appropriate fun for every family member. Cost is per immediate family. Come and make creative memories together!

View Event →
Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Sep
25

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Sep
24

Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

View Event →
Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)
Sep
21

Family Open Play & Music (Siblings Welcome!)

Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

View Event →
Family Crafternoon: Apple Orchard Creations Week - SOUTH SHORE ONLY
Sep
19

Family Crafternoon: Apple Orchard Creations Week - SOUTH SHORE ONLY

  • Happy Day Play at Avis South Shore JCC (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us at Avis South Shore JCC for Family Crafternoon in the community room! This class caters to all ages, with a special focus on children from 0 to 5, and older siblings are warmly invited to join. Dive into traditional arts and crafts that result in tangible, finished projects, complemented by bubbles, parachute play, and themed activities. Our expertly designed sessions ensure engaging, age-appropriate fun for every family member. Cost is per immediate family. Come and make creative memories together!

View Event →
Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)
Sep
18

Family Jam Session, Mixed Age Music Class (Ages 0 to 5, Older Siblings Welcome)

Welcome to Family Jam Session, a harmonious blend of melodies and rhythms designed for children aged 0 to 5, with older siblings warmly welcomed. Taking place in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at Bernikow JCC, our class invites families to explore the world of music together with free reign to move around and feel the beat!

View Event →
9/17 CLASS CANCELLED: Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)
Sep
17

9/17 CLASS CANCELLED: Family Sensory Art “The Creative Gene” Class, Mixed Ages (Siblings Welcome!)

Embark on a creative journey of family fun and connection with 'The Creative Gene Sensory Art Class,' specially tailored for families with at least one child aged 0 to 5 and all the wonderful immediate family members who support them — siblings included!

View Event →