The Marpole Oakridge Family Place Playroom
Our Drop-In Playroom is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm for parents and caregivers with children aged infant to six years old. The first visit is free and therafter the daily drop-in fee is $1 per family per visit. The Playroom is nut-free and scent-free.
Drop-in activities include:
- Arts and crafts
- Educational toys
- Storytimes with a librarian from Vancouver Public Library
- Visits from the Toy Lending Library
- Skills workshops
- Health workshops and clinics
- Weekly Playroom Programs (see below)
Be sure to check our monthly calendar - you can find it online or pick one up in our playroom!
Our family Place is a very busy environment. To make your visit as enjoyable as possible please take a look at our comprehensive Playroom guidelines
Weekly Playroom Programs
Hop with Carol - Wednesdays 11:15-11:45
Come and join the fun of this energetic and educational circle time! Wednesdays 11:30-12pm
Riding Toys - Mondays and Wednesdays 10:15-10:30 for ages 0-3, 10:30-11:00 for ages 3-6.
Bring a friend and come and ride a child sized car, wagon, tricycle or other fun riding toy! Fun and exercise all in one exciting session!
Snack Sharing - Watch out for this one on our calendar!
Parents and Caregivers are encouraged to bring a healthy snack to share with the group and to enjoy the delights brought by others.
Origami Workshops - once a month; check out our calendar for the date of the next workshop
The Dad and Me Program - Saturday mornings 10:00-11:30
This program offers a full hot breakfast of bacon and eggs, toast and hash browns, tea, muffins and fruit, followed by an interactive circle time including singing, storytelling and fun activities. Dads and children aged infant to six years are invited. Join us for this joyful morning and meet other dads with children in the community. The program is free for members. To become a member click on the membership link at the top of this page. For more information on this program, contact the Playroom Coordinator on playroom@mofp.org or 604 263 1405
Circle Times - we hold regular multicultural circle times - check the calendar online or in our playroom.
More information on Playroom programs? Email: playroom@mofp.org or call 604 263 1405
Playroom Resources
"New-to-you" clothing
Families can access community supported clothing supplies for children aged infant to six years old. Women's clothing , shoes and accessories are also available. For more information, ask the Playroom Coordinator.
Toy Lending Library
Every other Tuesday, parents are able to borrow toys, books and puzzles to enjoy with their children. The resources are loaned for a week. This service is provided by the Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre. For more information, ask the Playroom Coordinator.
Marpole Oakridge Family Place lending library
Our in-house lending library is well stocked with books, videos, and information sheets covering all aspects of parenting and families. An information binder specific to family needs has been compiled and families are encouraged to suggest topics for inclusion. A computer with Internet access is available for parents and caregivers to research their information needs. Families are welcome to browse the collection. A special section of children's books is available to encourage a love of reading! For more information ask the Playroom Coordinator.