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Resources
Playgroups
Whether you are a first-time parent or a veteran, playgroups offer many benefits to both children and parents. Socialization is key to a child's development and simply getting out of the house, and enjoying the company of other parents who are going through the same challenging stages of parenthood as you are, can be a great morale booster! Developing new friendships is valuable for both parent and child — it's that simple!
How do you go about finding a playgroup? There are online sites where parents can connect but if you're wary of going the online route, here are some that we are currently aware of. BE sure to check out our Support Groups page, as quite a few of the parent organizations listed offer playgroups for their memebers.
If you are starting a playgroup or are a member of an existing group that would like to invite new members, be sure to send an e-mail to feedback@wnyfamilymagazine.com to let us know about your group so we can post it here.
AURORA WALDORF SCHOOL 525 West Falls Rd., West Falls, offers Parent-Toddler playgroup programs several days a week, 9:30-11:30am, for parents and tots, ages 18months to 4 years, at both their East Aurora and Unity Church of Buffalo locations. Call 716-655-2029 for more details.
6 Scotland Road, Akron, holds a Community Playgroup which meets every Friday, September through June, from 9:30am-12pm and is open to kids ages 0-5 years and their moms and dads. It is multi-denominational and provides a safe play environment and a great opportunity for moms and dads to socialize. There is no cost to play, and lunch is provided! For more information, call Nancy Orr at 716-542-2644 or email Norr@akronfree.org.
49 Capen Blvd., Buffalo, offers a free preschool playgroup for children 0-5 and their parents or caregivers which meets from 10am-noon on Wednesday and follows the school calendar. For information, call 716-834-3069 or visit www.cornerstoneoncapen.com.
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THE KNOX MOMMY & ME PLAYGROUP offers fun for kids, birth to 4 years, and fellowship for moms. It meets at Knox United Presbyterian Church, 2595 Elmwood Avenue, Kenmore on Wednesdays, 9:30-11:15am. For further details, call 716-873-2423.
LITTLE LAMB COOPERATIVE PLAYGROUP meets at Hamburg United Methodist Church, 116 Union Street, Hamburg on Mondays-Thursdays, 9:15-11:15am. This cooperative program provides 2 to 4 year old children with an introduction to a preschool environment. For details, call 716-649-8080.
PARENTS as TEACHERS PLAYGROUPS meet at the Donald O. Nixon Resource Center, 301 Michigan Street, Lockport. Hours are Monday and Friday, from 9:30am-noon, and Wednesdays, from 9:30am to 2:30pm. The playgroups are from prenatal to age five. The rooms are equipped with many toys, ball pit, bikes, baby area, music area, dolls, computers, and many other developmentally appropriate toys. Monday is fitness day and Wednesdays feature circle time. Anyone is welcome to attend FREE of charge. For more information, call Michelle at 716-439-4778.
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