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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
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SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
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SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
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UID:7357-1796295600-1796299200@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
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SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
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SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
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SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
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SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260909T182804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T182804Z
UID:7347-1792666800-1792670400@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T104500
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260909T185139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T185139Z
UID:7372-1792231200-1792233900@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260908T182540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T182747Z
UID:7345-1792062000-1792065600@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/EAL-crop-for-web-2024.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261010T104500
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260909T185117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T185117Z
UID:7370-1791626400-1791629100@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260908T181901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T182659Z
UID:7341-1791457200-1791460800@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/EAL-crop-for-web-2024.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261003T104500
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T185050Z
UID:7368-1791021600-1791024300@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children under 7 years of age. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \n\nThe Active Stories program starts on October 3\, 2026 and runs each Saturday through June 26\, 2027\, from 10 am to 10:45 am.\nNew location:  YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral Centre at the Crossroads Community Church @ 2990 Voght Street\, Merritt\n\nWe welcome our new instructor\, Tabitha Hallett\, who brings energy and enthusiasm for literacy and physical activity\, plus a sense of adventure\, to our Active Stories program. \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261001T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260909T181840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T181943Z
UID:7339-1790852400-1790856000@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/EAL-crop-for-web-2024.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260909T181754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T181915Z
UID:7337-1790247600-1790251200@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Explore Art Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Books will be read. Art will be created.\nJoin us this fall for another season of creativity\, stories\, and hands-on art activities designed to inspire young learners. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun\, imagination\, and learning together. \nThese free Thursday sessions run from 11 am to noon at the Arts Council Clubhouse (2051 Voght Street\, Merritt). Email the instructor\, Susan Parkinson\, at susan.parkinson61@gmail.com\, to register. \n\nSession 1 : Sept. 24\, Oct 1\, Oct. 8\nSession 2: Oct. 15\, Oct. 22\, Oct. 29\nSession 3: Nov. 12\, Nov 19\, Nov 26\nSession 4: Dec 3\, Dec. 10\, Dec. 17
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/6887-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Clubhouse\, 2051 Voght St\, Merritt\, British Columbia\, V1K 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Explore Art Literacy
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/EAL-crop-for-web-2024.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Merritt":MAILTO:literacymerritt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T104500
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260119T170427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T170441Z
UID:7243-1781949600-1781952300@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children ages 4 to 7. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \nTry it out! (PRE-REGISTER at kia@ltdadance@gmail.com): \n2026 Winter-Spring Sessions:\nSaturdays – 10:00 to 10:45AM\nJanuary 10th to June 20th \nLove to Dance Academy – 1976 Quilchena Avenue \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T104500
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260119T170403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T170403Z
UID:7241-1781344800-1781347500@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children ages 4 to 7. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \nTry it out! (PRE-REGISTER at kia@ltdadance@gmail.com): \n2026 Winter-Spring Sessions:\nSaturdays – 10:00 to 10:45AM\nJanuary 10th to June 20th \nLove to Dance Academy – 1976 Quilchena Avenue \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T104500
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260119T170204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T170204Z
UID:7239-1780135200-1780137900@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children ages 4 to 7. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \nTry it out! (PRE-REGISTER at kia@ltdadance@gmail.com): \n2026 Winter-Spring Sessions:\nSaturdays – 10:00 to 10:45AM\nJanuary 10th to June 20th \nLove to Dance Academy – 1976 Quilchena Avenue \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T104500
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260119T170132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T170132Z
UID:7237-1779530400-1779533100@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children ages 4 to 7. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \nTry it out! (PRE-REGISTER at kia@ltdadance@gmail.com): \n2026 Winter-Spring Sessions:\nSaturdays – 10:00 to 10:45AM\nJanuary 10th to June 20th \nLove to Dance Academy – 1976 Quilchena Avenue \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260509T104500
DTSTAMP:20260909T155853
CREATED:20260119T170041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T170041Z
UID:7235-1778320800-1778323500@literacymerritt.com
SUMMARY:Active Stories - 2026 (Ages 4 to 7)
DESCRIPTION:Read! Move! Learn!\nActive Stories is a FREE physical literacy program for children ages 4 to 7. Each session is centered around a children’s story book followed by physical activities based on the storyline. The activities encourage the development of movement skills\, improvisation\, creativity\, and literacy skills. \nTry it out! (PRE-REGISTER at kia@ltdadance@gmail.com): \n2026 Winter-Spring Sessions:\nSaturdays – 10:00 to 10:45AM\nJanuary 10th to June 20th \nLove to Dance Academy – 1976 Quilchena Avenue \nFor more information\, email literacymerritt@gmail.com.
URL:https://literacymerritt.com/event/active-stories-2026-01-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Active Stories
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://literacymerritt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/activestories.jpg
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