Happy Day Play at JCC of Staten Island Class Schedule
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Classes at Happy Day Play welcome both JCC Members and non-members alike! No reservations are needed. Class passes do not expire. Simply secure your class pass in advance online at this link: Happy Day Play Grown Up and Me Programs at the JCC of Staten Island. Present your confirmation to a friendly Happy Day Play staff member upon arrival, and sign in. We can't wait to meet your family and share the joy of learning together!
Classes happen all week at Bernikow JCC 1466 Manor Rd Staten Island, NY 10314. Thursday evening and select Sunday classes happen at Avis/South Shore JCC 1297 Arthur Kill Rd. Staten Island, NY 10312.
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No Class / End of Season: Summer Classes Start Monday 7/6
We are closed from now until July 6th. Please see our schedule at HappyDayPlay.com for our summer calendar.
Family Music Class: JUNGLE JAMBOREE, Ages 0 to 5
Jungle-themed family music class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Support early development through animal songs, movement, and rhythm. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: Zoo Animal Words, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Learn about zoo animals while building early communication. Baby sign language class with live music, sign language, and sensory play for babies birth to 18 months. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Sensory Art Class: Wild Color Safari, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Rainbow, neon, and glitter process art inspired by the bright animal look of Lisa Frank, building motor and sensory skills along the way. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Open Play Class: Zoo Wild Play Adventures, Ages 0 to 5, Older Big Helper Siblings Welcome
Zoo-themed open play for ages 0 to 5, with animal movement games, a play gym, and sensory fun that build coordination and confidence. One price per family, no commitments, big helper older siblings welcome. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Music Class: UNDER THE SEA SYMPHONY, Ages 0 to 5
Ocean-themed family music class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Support early development through sea songs, movement, and sound play. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: At the Beach Words, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Splash into beach and ocean words while building early communication. Baby sign language class with live music, signs, and water-themed sensory play for babies birth to 18 months. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Sensory Art Class: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Alphabet Island Art, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Alphabet-island process art inspired by Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, with handprint trees and letter play that build motor and sensory skills. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC on Staten Island!
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT: Mommy & Me Under the Sea with The Post Care, Ages 0 to 5, Older Big Helper Siblings Welcome - Registration Required
A free, ocean-themed open play morning for ages 0 to 5, hosted with our community partner The Post Care. Enjoy the play gym, movement, and sensory fun together. Pre-registration is required at thepostcare.org. Big helper older siblings welcome. At the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Music Class: ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM: A Musical Space Adventure, Ages 0 to 5
Space-themed family music class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Support early development through space songs, movement, and rhythm. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: Bedtime Words, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Bedtime-themed baby sign language and music class on Staten Island for babies birth to 18 months. Learn nighttime signs through gentle song at the JCC.
Sensory Art Class: Galaxy Space Art Lab, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Space-themed process art with moon prints, chalk galaxies, and star skies that build motor and sensory skills. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Music Class: Family Music Class: Making Music in the Kitchen, Ages 0 to 5
Kitchen-themed family music class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Support early development through food songs, movement, and rhythm. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: Eating and Mealtime Words, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Learn mealtime words like eat, drink, and more while building early communication. Baby sign language class with live music, signs, and sensory play for babies birth to 18 months. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Sensory Art Class: Ice Cream Dream Studio, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Ice cream shop process art with puffy-paint cones and playdough scoops that build motor and sensory skills. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Music Class: Country Music Week, Ages 0 to 5
Country-themed family music class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Support early development through folk songs, movement, and steady beat. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: On the Farm Words, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Meet farm animals while building early communication. Baby sign language class with live music, signs, and sensory play for babies birth to 18 months. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Sensory Art Class: Art Story: To Sensory and Beyond!, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Toy Story-inspired process art with handprints, galaxy collage, and cloud painting that build motor and sensory skills. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Open Play Class: Family Story: Play-Time Round-Up, Ages 0 to 5, Older Big Helper Siblings Welcome
A themed open play morning for all Toy Story fans ages 0 to 5, with favorite scenes brought to life through the play gym, movement, and sensory fun. No costumed characters. One price per family, no commitments, big helper older siblings welcome. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Music Class: VOGUE: The Music of Madonna, Ages 0 to 5
Glam runway-themed family music class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Support early development through dance, movement, and rhythm. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: Getting Dressed, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Learn getting-dressed words while building early communication. Baby sign language class with live music, signs, and sensory play for babies birth to 18 months. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Sensory Art Class: Rainbow Color Lab, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
A color-mixing lab where little ones discover new colors through squish bags, droppers, and melting ice while building motor and sensory skills. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Music Class: Dino Disco, Ages 0 to 5
Dinosaur-themed family music class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Support early development through dino songs, movement, and big-and-small sounds. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: House Pets, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Learn about house pets while building early communication and sensory skills. Baby sign language class with live music, signs, and sensory play for babies birth to 18 months. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Sensory Art Class: Paleo Picasso Dino Art, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Dinosaur process art with fizzing volcano paintings and giant dino-foot prints that build motor and sensory skills. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC on Staten Island!
Family Open Play Class: The Floor Is Lava: Dinos and More!, Ages 0 to 5, Older Big Helper Siblings Welcome
Dino and lava-themed open play for ages 0 to 5, with active movement games, a play gym, and sensory fun that build coordination and confidence. One price per family, no commitments, big helper older siblings welcome. Join us at the JCC on Staten Island!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: FATHER FIGURE WORDS WORDS, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Baby sign language class celebrating paternal figures. Build early communication through music, repetition, and meaningful connection. Join us for the best baby classes on Staten Island! Taught by a baby care specialist with 15+ years experience, this class brings together music, baby care development and more.
Family Music Class: FATHER’S DAY SONGS, Ages 0 to 5
Father’s Day music class for ages 0–5. Build connection, language, and motor skills through singing, movement, and interactive play. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
CANCELLED DUE TO AIR CONDITIONING REPAIRS: MONTESSORI Grown Up & Me: Committed Program Spring Session, No Walk-Ins (Session 8)
Our special Montessori Grown Up & Me Program (ages 0 to 3) is to equip parents and caregivers with practical tools and insights that seamlessly integrate foundational Montessori philosophy alongside our Family Life Education principles, laying the groundwork for your child's success and enriching your family's way of life.
CANCELLED DUE TO AIR CONDITIONING REPAIRS: Family Open Play Class: TEDDY BEAR PICNIC Bring Your Own Bear, Ages 0 to 5, Older Big Helper Siblings Welcome
Bring your child’s favorite bear to this themed open play with storytime, puppet making, sensory play, and more. Happy Day Play Family Learning is NYC’s only certified Family Open Play class. At just one price per family and no commitments, we offer affordable family fun for families with children 0 to 5 (big helper older siblings are welcome!)
Sensory Art Class: SUPER DAD Make a Present for Your Superhero, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Superhero sensory art class for toddlers and preschoolers where children create meaningful art for Dad while building motor and sensory skills. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: WOODLAND ANIMAL WORDS, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Explore woodland animals while building early communication. Baby sign language class with music, signs, and sensory learning. Join us for the best baby classes on Staten Island! Taught by a baby care specialist with 15+ years experience, this class brings together music, baby care development and more.
Family Music Class: WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, Ages 0 to 5
Story-based family music class for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Support early development through movement, rhythm, and storytelling. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
MONTESSORI Grown Up & Me: Committed Program Spring Session, No Walk-Ins (Session 7)
Our special Montessori Grown Up & Me Program (ages 0 to 3) is to equip parents and caregivers with practical tools and insights that seamlessly integrate foundational Montessori philosophy alongside our Family Life Education principles, laying the groundwork for your child's success and enriching your family's way of life.
Daddy Derby: Father’s Day Family Event featuring Music With Patrick, SAT June 6th - SPECIAL TICKET REQUIRED, NO WALK-INS
Join us for the DADDY DERBY: Father’s Day Family Event featuring Music with Patrick as our special guest judges this year! This fan-favorite event for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers is only $25 per family. Limited spots available—get your ticket today!
No Class for DOE Clerical Day : Please See Schedule for Other Classes Happening This Week
No classes are on the calendar for this day. Please see our schedule at HappyDayPlay.com to see other classes to attend this week.
No Class for DOE Anniversary Day/Chancellor's Conference Day : Please See Schedule for Other Classes Happening This Week
No classes are on the calendar for this day. Please see our schedule at HappyDayPlay.com to see other classes to attend this week.
MONTESSORI Grown Up & Me: Committed Program Spring Session, No Walk-Ins (Session 6)
Our special Montessori Grown Up & Me Program (ages 0 to 3) is to equip parents and caregivers with practical tools and insights that seamlessly integrate foundational Montessori philosophy alongside our Family Life Education principles, laying the groundwork for your child's success and enriching your family's way of life.
Family Open Play Class: DANNY GO! Play and Movement Family Activities, Ages 0 to 5, Older Big Helper Siblings Welcome
Danny Go-inspired open play for ages 0–5. Movement games, freeze dance, and sensory activities that build coordination and confidence. Happy Day Play Family Learning is NYC’s only certified Family Open Play class. Check out why families keep coming back to experience our high caliber, no pressure learning gym and optional guided activities. At just one price per family and no commitments, we offer affordable family fun for families with children 0 to 5 (big helper older siblings are welcome!)
Sensory Art Class: DANNY GO! Color Beat Sensory Art, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Danny Go-inspired sensory art class for toddlers and preschoolers. Combine movement, music, and art to build motor skills and creativity. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: MOVEMENT WORDS, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Join us for the best baby classes on Staten Island! Taught by a baby care specialist with 15+ years experience, this class brings together music, baby care development and more.
Family Music Class: MOVE AND GROOVE WITH DANNY GO! Top Hits, Ages 0 to 5
Movement-based music class for ages 0–5 inspired by Danny Go. Build coordination, listening, and motor skills through action songs. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
No Class for Shavout and Memorial Day Weekend: Please See Schedule for Other Classes Happening This Week (Copy)
No classes are on the calendar for this day. Please see our schedule at HappyDayPlay.com to see other classes to attend this week.
Baby Sing & Sign Class: MEMORIAL DAY WORDS, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Memorial Day baby sign language class for ages 0–18 months. Learn signs through music, repetition, and meaningful shared experiences. Join us for the best baby classes on Staten Island! Taught by a baby care specialist with 15+ years experience, this class brings together music, baby care development and more.
Family Music Class: UNITED IN SONG Patriotic Music, Ages 0 to 5
Family music class with patriotic songs for ages 0–5. Support early childhood development through singing, rhythm, and movement. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
MONTESSORI Grown Up & Me: Committed Program Spring Session, No Walk-Ins (Session 5)
Our special Montessori Grown Up & Me Program (ages 0 to 3) is to equip parents and caregivers with practical tools and insights that seamlessly integrate foundational Montessori philosophy alongside our Family Life Education principles, laying the groundwork for your child's success and enriching your family's way of life.
Family Open Play Class: STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER - A Berry Cute Open Play Class, Ages 0 to 5, Older Big Helper Siblings Welcome
Strawberry-themed open play for ages 0–5. Pretend play, sensory bins, and games designed to support creativity and development. Happy Day Play Family Learning is NYC’s only certified Family Open Play class. Check out why families keep coming back to experience our high caliber, no pressure learning gym and optional guided activities. At just one price per family and no commitments, we offer affordable family fun for families with children 0 to 5 (big helper older siblings are welcome!)
Sensory Art Class: STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER SENSORY, Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Strawberry-themed sensory art class for toddlers and preschoolers. Plant, stamp, and create while building motor and sensory skills. Join us for age-appropriate, sensory-based art for ages 3 months to 5 years with a grown-up at the JCC!
Baby Sing & Sign Class: EATING AND MEALTIME WORDS, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Baby sign language class for ages 0–18 months focused on mealtime. Teach signs like more, milk, and all done through music and repetition. Join us for the best baby classes on Staten Island! Taught by a baby care specialist with 15+ years experience, this class brings together music, baby care development and more.
Family Music Class: HERE COMES THE FUN: THE BEATLES WEEK, Ages 0 to 5
Family music class featuring Beatles songs for ages 0–5. Support early development through music, movement, and hands-on activities. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
MONTESSORI Grown Up & Me: Committed Program Spring Session, No Walk-Ins (Session 4)
Our special Montessori Grown Up & Me Program (ages 0 to 3) is to equip parents and caregivers with practical tools and insights that seamlessly integrate foundational Montessori philosophy alongside our Family Life Education principles, laying the groundwork for your child's success and enriching your family's way of life.
No Class: Please See Schedule for Other Classes Happening This Week
No classes are on the calendar for this day. Please see our schedule at HappyDayPlay.com to see other classes to attend this week.
Baby Sing & Sign Class: COLOR WORDS, Ages Birth to 1.5 Years
Baby sign language class for ages 0–18 months focused on colors. Build early communication through music, repetition, and visual learning. Join us for the best baby classes on Staten Island! Taught by a baby care specialist with 15+ years experience, this class brings together music, baby care development and more.
Family Music Class: SING THE RAINBOW, Ages 0 to 5
Rainbow-themed music class for ages 0–5. Build color recognition, language, and motor skills through songs, movement, and instruments. Check out this family music class for ages 0 to 5 on Staten Island, NY at the JCC!
No Class: Please See Schedule for Other Classes Happening This Week
No classes are on the calendar for this day. Please see our schedule at HappyDayPlay.com to see other classes to attend this week.
Mom Prom: Mother’s Day Family Event Saturday May 2 - SPECIAL TICKET REQUIRED, NO WALK-INS
Join us for the MOM PROM: Mother’s Day Family Event in Staten Island on Saturday May 2, 2026! This fan-favorite event for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers is only $25 per family. Limited spots available—get your ticket today!

