FREE Family Day Events at Lewis Centre and The LINC

Date & Time: February 19, 2024 (10:00am - 4:00pm)

Category: Recreation (See all events in this category)

On Monday February 19, bring the whole family and enjoy FREE activities and entertainers at the Lewis Centre and The LINC Youth Centre from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The facilities are across the street from each-other so plan to visit both places.

The LINC Youth Centre:

Try everything The LINC Youth Centre (300 Old Island Highway) has to offer including ping pong, air hockey, foosball and pool table. Areas will be set up for Wii Sports, family board games, crafts, karaoke, Minute to Win It challenges and more surprises!

In the skatepark enjoy scooters and skateboards. Other wheels are welcome, so if kids prefer to rollerblade/skate, or bike, that is welcome. The LINC also features Greg Ladret with close-up magic! Greg performs between 12:30 and 3 p.m.

Lewis Centre:

The Lewis Centre (489 Old Island Highway) offers many opportunities to connect and stay active as a family!

SCHEDULE:

  • 10:15 am – 3:35 pm (half hour sessions):
    Family Gymnastics     - Our gymnastics indoor playground will be available in sessions throughout the day. Sign up for a half hour session when you arrive at the Lewis Centre (spaces are limited, please arrive for session on time).

  • 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm or 3:30 pm:
    Storytelling with Verna & Bannock - Storytime with Local Elders and Knowledge Keepers including a story about the origin of bannock!

  • 11:00 – 11:30 am:
    Family Line Dancing with Darlene and Joan

  • 1:00 – 1:30 pm and 2:00 – 2:30 pm:
    Family Zumba with Alana

  • All day:
    Enjoy an inflatable obstacle course, active play, arts & crafts, lego, Wii Sports, Youth Zone and toddler room. There will be several options to create craft keepsakes as a family. Youth Zone will have board games, Wii Sports, snacks and other activities to appeal to those wanting a more “chill“ space.

 

Please note that Squash and the Wellness Centre at the Lewis Centre will be open on Family Day from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (regular fees apply).

Volunteers needed!

Volunteers are needed to support this extra special event! Visit our volunteer page to learn more

Questions? Lewis Centre at 250-338-5371 or the Florence Filberg Centre at 250-338-1000

 

We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.