Kaleidoscope Play & Learn groups are free adult-child groups for families of children 3 months to 5 years old. Activities include singing songs, stories, art, outdoor play, puppet shows, and crafts.
Groups are currently being held at Burton St. Community Center, Trinity Episcopal Church, Hominy Valley Elementary, Leicester Elementary, North Buncombe Elementary, and a virtual program with Black Mountain Presbyterian.
Infant & Toddler Play and Learn with Grace Ragaller
“We have loved attending Play & Learn to gain insight to educational and developmentally appropriate activities to do at home. Love the socialization as well!”
– Jocelyn, Asheville
Families can learn what to expect from their infants as they grow into healthy toddlers, learn preliteracy & group socialization skill building activities, discover the ways children learn through play, and meet other parents. The Infant & Toddler Play and Learn group was featured on WLOS’s Never Stop Learning Segment.
Eligibility
Children must reside in Buncombe County, be at least 3 months old, and not be in enrolled in licensed child care. Siblings may also attend but materials are not provided for them.
Locations & Registration
Trinity Episcopal Church
60 Church St. Asheville, 28801
Infants: 3-16 months
When: 10:00-11:30 am on Tuesdays, starting Sept. 27 (3-12 months)
or 10:00-11:30 am on Wednesdays, starting Sept. 28 (12-16 months)
Burton Street Community Center
134 Burton St. Asheville, 28806
Toddlers: 16-35 months
When: 10:00-11:30 am on Mondays, starting Sept. 26
or 10:00-11:30 am on Thursdays, starting Sept. 29
or 10-11:30 am on Fridays, starting Sept. 30 (you attend the same day every week).
Registration begins at 8am on Monday, September 19 by email or phone. We cannot take early registrations. Registration is REQUIRED before attendance. Siblings may attend with their families. One adult per family may attend. Masks are optional.
Registration before class is required by email or phone (828) 350-2932 or grace.ragaller@acsgmail.net
Contact
For more information for Infants & Toddlers age 3-35 month old groups, please contact:
Grace Ragaller
Infant and Toddler Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Coordinator
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School
828-350-2932
grace.ragaller@acsgmail.net
Groups for 3-5 year olds with Marna Holland
“My son is more involved and excited about learning and walks around the house saying his ABCs and counting. He is more interactive with his peers and participates in circle time with greater enthusiasm.”
-Rebecca, Fairview
Eligibility
Children must reside in Buncombe County, be at least 3 years old, and not be in enrolled in licensed child care. Siblings may also attend but materials are not provided for them.
Locations & Registration
Burton Street Community Center
134 Burton Street, Asheville 28806
When: 10:00-11:30am, on Tuesdays starting Sept. 27 or 10:00-11:30 on
Wednesdays, starting Sept. 28 (you attend the same day every week).
Hominy Valley Elementary
Music Room
When: Mondays, 9:00-10:30am, starting October 3
Leicester Elementary School
Little Cafeteria
When: Fridays, 9:00-10:30am, starting September 30
North Buncombe Elementary
Modular #12
When: Thursdays, 9:00-10:30am, starting October 6
Registration begins at 8am on Monday, September 19 by email marna.holland@acsgmail.net or phone (828) 350-2904 We cannot take early registrations. Registration is REQUIRED before attendance. Siblings may attend with their families. One adult per family may attend. Masks are optional.
Contact
For more information for Preschool age 3-5 Year old groups, please contact:
Marna Holland, Ed.D.
Coordinator, Kaleidoscope Play & Learn
Lucy S. Herring Elementary School
98 Sulphur Springs Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
828.350.2904
Email: marna.holland@acsgmail.net
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Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: 828-285-9333
Fax: 828-285-9933
