Contact Us
EarlyON Muskoka offers a variety of drop-in programs so you can arrive anytime during operating hours.
Baby Talk is open from 9am-12pm and if there is a guest speaker, they present from 10am-11am.
Our lunch days typically have the lunch served around 10:45am.
For Nature-Play-Kinship, Forest Families and Trek the Trails, it is good to arrive at the program start time before the group ventures off into the woods.
Need assistance or more information? Please contact Roberta at 705-394-4059
| First Step to Participating - Get a Family Code! |
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A simple one-time Participation Form is required for you to complete. You will receive a Family Code which you will use to sign in to all EarlyON Muskoka programs. Please click here to access the Participation Form. |
| Forget Your Family Code? |
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Please complete the Forgotten Code form and we will email your code soon. Click here: Forgotten Code Form |
| New Members to Add to Family Code? |
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Need to add family members to your existing Family Code (new babies, grandparents, etc.)? Click here: New Family Members Form |
Healthy Participation
Do you or any person participating in EarlyON Muskoka have any of these symptoms?
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Sore throat
- Runny nose/congestion
- Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
- Pink eye
Out of courtesy of staff and families, please remain at home until symptoms pass.
Unable to attend but would like to chat with an EarlyON Educator? Email earlyon@muskoka.on.ca and we will reach out to you.
| FAQ's |
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Do I have to register to attend programs? A one-time Participation Form is to be completed. You will then receive a Family Code to use when you sign into programs. Do I need to pre-register to attend program? Only a few of our EarlyON programs require pre-registration, otherwise come any time during operating hours. How do I add family members to my Family Code? On the Registration page of the website, there is a drop-down link to add new members to your family code. It can be found here. What if I don’t know anyone? Email us at earlyon@muskoka.on.ca and we can chat. I don’t have transportation to get to program. Reach out to EarlyON Manager, Pam Rennie, 705-645-2412 ext. 4420 and we will set you up with a local taxi company. |
Programs
All current programs and registration links are listed below or view the full calendar.
Did You Know? You can sync any program from our new online calendar directly into your mobile device! Just click on our program calendar, choose the program you're interested in (don't forget to register where required) and click "Add to Calendar".
| Baby Talk *in-person or virtual upon request |
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This program helps families make connections with peers, community, and available resources. Educators share their knowledge and support families navigating the post-partum, and infant/toddler stages. Often guest speakers are invited to share information on relevant information, such as speech and language, sleep, mental health and so much more. Most presentations occur between 10- 11 am.
Time: 9:00 - 12:00 am Age Group: parents with infants and toddlers 0-18 months of age. Locations:
Upcoming Topics: October 1st - Baby Talk Huntsville - Maternal Mental Health and Self-Care with Keely Freeburn, BA, CMHA October 2nd - Baby Talk Gravenhurst - Self-Care Postpartum Support in Partnership with Keely Freeburn, CMHA October 4th - Baby Talk Bracebridge - Messy Fall Sensory with Roberta October 10th - Baby Talk Gravenhurst - D.I.Y Pumpkin Photoshoot October 11th - Baby Talk Bracebridge - Valerie Doyle, Infant Parent Therapist from HANDS October 15th - Baby Talk Huntsville - Ann Marie Touesnard, PHN October 17th - Baby Talk Gravenhurst - Meghan Gyorffy, PHN October 18th - Baby Talk Bracebridge - Brittany Vandyken, Physio Therapist, Pelvic Health October 22nd - Baby Talk Huntsville - Dawn Dawson Midwife October 24th - Baby Talk Gravenhurst - Infant Circle Time with Jenn Whipp, GPL October 25th - Baby Talk Bracebridge - Q&A with Elizabeth Hopkins, PHN **Costumes Welcome October 29th - Baby Talk Huntsville - Car Seat Safety with Holly and Mary from St. Johns Ambulance **Costumes Welcome October 30th - Baby Talk Gravenhurst - Monster Mash Messy Sensory **Bring a change of clothing **Costumes Welcome
Virtual Registration: *No registration required to attend in-person In order to register, families must have a Family Code. Click the Participation Form link at the top of the page if you do not have a code. |
| Eat, Learn, Grow *in-person indoor |
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With the support of volunteers, a healthy homemade soup is typically served by 11:00 a.m. during EarlyON’s regular Play-Learn-Connect program. Age Group: Families with children 0-6 years of age. Times and Locations: Weekly at Port Sydney, Gravenhurst and Bracebridge around 11:00 am Once a month at Port Severn, MacTier, Bala, Port Carling, Ryde, Dwight and Baysville Soup lunch is also provided once a month at other EarlyON Muskoka programs: First week of each month at Dwight and Baysville Second week of each month at Bala and Port Carling Third week of each month at MacTier and Port Severn Fourth week of each month at Ryde and Huntsville Check calendar for exact dates. |
| Food for Thought *virtual |
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Register online and enjoy an informative discussion on relevant topics about parenting. EarlyON provides a homemade frozen dinner to your doorstep the day of the workshop, so you can relax and enjoy the discussion with dinner already made. Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Age Group: Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents Topic: Join EarlyON and Ashleigh Grange, and analytically trained yet intuitively inspired Natural Health Practitioner and Registered Holistic Nutritionist for an educational discussion on Holistic Immune Health for Cold and Flu Season! Register for Food for Thought - October *Spaces are limited. Dinners only provided to families living in Muskoka. |
| EarlyON@Home |
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EarlyON@Home provides creative activities for you to do at home with your family. It includes science, cooking, arts or just entertainment. Found at www.facebook.com/EarlyONMuskoka Remember to “Like” what you see! Time: Video posted Sunday mornings 9:30 am. Age Group: All Format: Facebook Video Tune in to the EarlyON Muskoka Facebook Page |
| Nature, Play, Kinship *in-person outdoor |
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Join us outdoors in all kinds of weather as we explore our relationship with nature. We gather indoors in the club house then head out on a beautiful adventure. The fresh air, natural beauty and physical activity benefits us all. Time: Fridays at Morrison Meadows, Bracebridge 9:00am -12:00pm Age Group: All |
| Forest Families *in-person outdoor |
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Register online and join us in connecting with the land and cultivating a sense of community. Forest Families will foster rich outdoor learning experiences through guided and child-lead activities. Running: September 10th to October 29th. Time: Tuesdays 9:30-12:30 Age Group: All Location: Morrison Meadows |
| Play, Learn, Connect *in-person indoor |
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No matter which location you choose, fun will be had! Welcome to the opportunity to connect with others, receive a warm welcome from the EarlyON Educators, enjoy a coffee/tea and snack. Discover you’re not alone on the journey of parenthood. Well researched messy play and risky play experiences are offered, along with the chance to sit back and enjoy observing your child as they play and discover. Several opportunities to engage with your child one on one and with others. Learn what your community has to offer to support your child’s development. Format: In-Person indoor program Time: 9:00-1:00 - Port Sydney, Huntsville, Bracebridge and Gravenhurst 9:00-12:00 - Dwight, Ryde, Baysville, Port Carling and Bala 10:00-1:00 - MacTier and Port Severn Age Group: Families with children 0-6 years of age Locations: Monday
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| Playful Park |
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Join EarlyON for some outdoor fun from 10:00am - 12:00pm weekly! Location: Kirby's Beach Park Dates and Activities: Thursdays September 26th - Building with Playdough October 3rd - Thanksgiving Decorations October 10th - Fall Art October 17th - Leaf Exploration October 24th - Pumpkin Decorating October 31st - Halloween Party |
| Kinder Gardeners *in-person |
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Join EarlyON Kinder Gardeners to learn about and engage in ecosystems and foster an ethic to care for self, others, and the land. This program will grow to our outdoor gardens in the summer. Age Group: All No registration necessary. |
| National Day of the Child - Community Play Day! |
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Join the District of Muskoka and Pierre Harrison to play, explore, and build with a variety of large, loose parts and tools that will spark children’s imagination and creativity. Date: October 26th from 10:00am to 1:00pm. BBQ:11:00am - 1:00pm. |