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Calling all members! Join us every Tuesday morning between 9:30 am and 11:30 am to create art with us in our art studio! Each month features a different theme; join us weekly to explore a different art medium and learn about types of art making!
No advance registration required, free with a PlayHouse membership! Open only to members during Member’s Tuesday.
Join us in March for this month’s theme: Upcycling!
3/7: Paint
3/14: Collage
3/21: Sculpt
3/28: Fiber Arts
This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Discover our world through maker and S.T.E.A.M. activities, walks in nature, and stories depending on the location. This program is for preschool-aged children and their parents. For some locations, dress for outdoor fun!
This winter join in on the fun every Tuesday mornings from 10 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. at Proctor Recreation Center! Each class will include a hands-on STEAM activity, a snack, and play time in our gym.
Accompanying adult(s) can join in the fun, relax, and/or utilize the Proctor Center’s facilities (workout room, TV lounge, computer lab, library) as well as using the kids’ gym with younger siblings during the learning activity.
Come party with the PlayHouse and Luthy Botanical Gardens at a Preschool Party!
Come party with the PlayHouse and The Peoria Zoo at a Preschool Party!
Discover our world through maker and S.T.E.A.M. activities, walks in nature, and stories depending on the location. This program is for preschool-aged children and their parents. For some locations, dress for outdoor fun!
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little one’s play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Join in May for these discussion topics:
May 4th – Building Your New Community
May 11th – Let’s Check-In With Our Moods
May 18th – Asking for Help
May 25th – Bonding With Your New Baby
During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments, a read-aloud story, time for play, and a visual art activity. Look for a different theme each week!
Advanced registration is recommended. Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include cost for museum admission.
Join us every Friday morning between 10am and noon to create art with us! Each month features a different theme; join us weekly to explore a different art medium and learn about types of art making!
No advance registration required; drop in anytime between 10am and noon. Free with museum admission or membership.
Join us in March for this month theme: Upcycling!
3/3: Paint
3/10: Collage
3/17: Sculpt
3/24: Fiber Arts
3/31: Ephemeral Art:
Celebrate Women’s History Month with us through story time and a maker activity!
Calling all members! Join us every Tuesday morning between 9:30 am and 11:30 am to create art with us in our art studio! Each month features a different theme; join us weekly to explore a different art medium and learn about types of art making!
No advance registration required, free with a PlayHouse membership! Open only to members during Member’s Tuesday.
Join us in March for this month’s theme: Upcycling!
3/7: Paint
3/14: Collage
3/21: Sculpt
3/28: Fiber Arts
This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Discover our world through maker and S.T.E.A.M. activities, walks in nature, and stories depending on the location. This program is for preschool-aged children and their parents. For some locations, dress for outdoor fun!
This winter join in on the fun every Tuesday mornings from 10 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. at Proctor Recreation Center! Each class will include a hands-on STEAM activity, a snack, and play time in our gym.
Accompanying adult(s) can join in the fun, relax, and/or utilize the Proctor Center’s facilities (workout room, TV lounge, computer lab, library) as well as using the kids’ gym with younger siblings during the learning activity.
Come party with the PlayHouse and The Peoria Zoo at a Preschool Party!
Discover our world through maker and S.T.E.A.M. activities, walks in nature, and stories depending on the location. This program is for preschool-aged children and their parents. For some locations, dress for outdoor fun!
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little one’s play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Join in May for these discussion topics:
May 4th – Building Your New Community
May 11th – Let’s Check-In With Our Moods
May 18th – Asking for Help
May 25th – Bonding With Your New Baby
During this tot program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments, a read-aloud story, time for play, and a visual art activity. Look for a different theme each week!
Advanced registration is recommended. Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include cost for museum admission.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois
Health Homeschool: Happy Heart
5-12 years old
The PlayHouse offers STEAM Homeschool classes in which students explore careers related to science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Hands-on activities included!
Join the Peoria Playhouse for a fun and interactive homeschool class where children will explore topics related to the human body. Advance registration is required. Classes will be held at the Bonnie Noble Center from 2pm-4pm.
Third Thursday of the Month: 2pm-4pm
- January 19th: Brain Boost
- February 16th: Teeth To Treasure
- March 16th: Happy Heart
- April 20th: Eye Look, Eye See
For questions about this program, please contact Jen Stubbs at 309.323.6896 or jstubbs@peoriaparks.org.
Join us for a fun, sensory-friendly night featuring dimmer lights and less noise. Happening every other Thursday from March until May. Open to children of all needs and abilities, and their families. Sounds and lights will be lowered; Sensory Packs with noise canceling headphones, sensory toys, sunglasses, and other materials are always available at the front desk. No pre-registration is required.
Cost: Regular admission rates at $10 per person or $3 with WIC/Link