Fall Drop In Classes for Toddlers to Preschool in Traverse City ($5 and under!) 2024
In Northern Michigan the “big kids” are heading back to school, but there are still plenty of fun classes available for our toddlers and preschool age kids. Read on for a list of Traverse City drop in classes that are $5 and under!
MONDAY
Preschool Adventures in Art - 9:30-10:15am
Crooked Tree Arts Center322 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI, 49684
Young artists will have an opportunity to engage in themed activities while exploring various art methods. Line, shape, and color will be introduced through the use of paint, paper, pastels, and other various mediums. Each week different projects will be introduced as well as a short story. Come ready to create your own art adventure, experimentation is encouraged! Drop in $5/session. Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged to save your spot.
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TUESDAY
Peepers Program “Nature School” - 10:00-11:00am
Grand Traverse Conservation District - 1450 Cass Road, Traverse City, MI, 49685
The Peepers Program is an adult-accompanied program for early learners ages 3-5 years old, of all experience levels with the natural world. Join the Grand Traverse Conservation District team for a 60-minute nature programs that include stories, crafts, music, and discovery activities. The program cost is $5/child per session.
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Preschool Storytime at Suttons Bay Library 10:30-11:30am
Suttons Bay Library, 416 N. Front Street, Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Preschoolers of all ages are invited to join for stories, songs and active fun in the lower level Community Meeting Room of the library. Free beginning September 10th.
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Storytime at Boyne District Library - 10:30-11:30
Boyne District Library, 201 E. Main Street, Boyne City, MI
Preschool storytime filled with songs, fingerplays, stories and more! Storytimes are designed around the foundations of Every Child Ready to Read. Talk, Sing, Play, Read, and Write your way to Kindergarten Readiness! Free.
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Play & Learn - 10:00 & 1:00
Interlochen Public Library, 9411 Tenth Street, Interlochen, MI 49643
Play is the path young children take to learning. Children learn best when meaningful play is both challenging and fun! IPL's Play & Learn follows the "science of play" and specializes in creating intentional play environments to set children up for both learning success (IQ) and emotional development (EQ). They combine meaningful play with a dynamic and developmentally appropriate learning environment to expand children's cognitive, social, emotional, language, and motor abilities. Appropriate for ages 5 and younger. Free.
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WEDNESDAY
Sing & Stomp with Mr. Matt - 11:00-12:00
East Bay Branch Library, 1989 Three Mile Road, Traverse City, MI 49686
Experience stories through music, movement and books with Mr. Matt, in the North Conference Room of the Township offices, across the parking lot from the library. Free.
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Naturally Fun: Kids Farmers Market Program - 3:00-5:00 pm
Brownson Memorial Park in Kingsley
Meet your favorite librarians outside at Brownson Memorial Park for a program in partnership with the Kingsley Farmers Market, Naturally Fun! This drop-in activity will include crafts and more. Parents are encouraged to stay and assist. During the Kingsley Farmers Market (open from 3:00-7:00 pm). This program is free and open to the public.
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THURSDAY
Preschool Adventures in Art - 9:30-10:15
Crooked Tree Arts Center322 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI, 49684
Young artists will have an opportunity to engage in themed activities while exploring various art methods. Line, shape, and color will be introduced through the use of paint, paper, pastels, and other various mediums. Each week different projects will be introduced as well as a short story. Come ready to create your own art adventure! Experimentation is encouraged! Drop in $5/session. Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged to save your spot.
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Stories & More for Preschoolers - 11:00
Glen Lake Community Library, 10115 West Front Street, Empire, MI, 49630
Come enjoy these weekly gatherings for preschool children and their caregivers, every Thursday morning at 11:00 am. Maryellen Paull leads a lively hour with stories, songs, and hands-on crafts, providing youngsters with a fun and engaging learning environment. It’s also a great way for kids and parents to connect with other families, and to discover all that the library has to offer. No reservations are required – just drop in and join the fun! Free. Begins September 12th.
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Gymnastics Preschool Open Gym - 11:30-12:15pm
Waters Edge Gymnastics, 971 Lynch Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686
During each open gym there is an instructor that supervises the group for safety, but they are not there to provide instruction or coaching. Open play, open for all. Ok, this one is technically not under $5, but for $7 it’s still a great value!
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Storytime at Elk Rapids Library - 1:30
Elk Rapids Library, 300 Isle of Pines, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Each week you’ll read stories, practice early literacy skills and do a craft activity. Thursday and Friday story times will be identical; pick whichever fits your schedule best! This story time is designed for kids 0-5, but all are welcome. Free.
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FRIDAY
Babytime at Interlochen Public Library - 10:00am
Interlochen Public Library, 9411 Tenth Street, Interlochen, MI 49643
These weekly 20 minute storytimes are full of books, songs, and rhymes for children from birth to 2 years old. Free.
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Storytime at Elk Rapids Library - 10:30
Elk Rapids Library, 300 Isle of Pines, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Each week you’ll read stories, practice early literacy skills and do a craft activity. Thursday and Friday story times will be identical; pick whichever fits your schedule best! This story time is designed for kids 0-5, but all are welcome. Free.
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