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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Family Open Play: WIZARD OF OZ AND WICKED, Ages 0 to 5 (Big Helper Older Siblings Welcome)
Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

Sensory Art: WIZARD OF OZ Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: WIZARD OF OZ AND WICKED Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Family Open Play: SUPERHERO POWERS, Ages 0 to 5 (Big Helper Older Siblings Welcome)
Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

Sensory Art: SUPER DAD SUPER HERO Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: SUPERHERO AND FATHER’S DAY SONGS Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Daddy Derby: Father’s Day Family Event Sunday June 8th - SPECIAL TICKET REQUIRED, NO WALK-INS
Join us for the DADDY DERBY: Father’s Day Family Event in Staten Island on Sunday June 8, 2025! This fan-favorite event for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers is only $25 per family. Limited spots available—get your ticket today!

Sensory Art: RACING Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: TRANSPORTATION SONGS Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Family Open Play: MAGICAL CREATURES UNICORNS AND DRAGONS, Ages 0 to 5 (Big Helper Older Siblings Welcome)
Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

Sensory Art: MAGICAL CREATURES Unicorns & Dragons Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: MAGICAL CREATURES (Unicorns, Dragons and More) Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Sensory Art: MEMORIAL DAY Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: PATRIOTIC SONGS Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Family Open Play: ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM! WE’RE GOING TO THE MOON, Ages 0 to 5 (Big Helper Older Siblings Welcome)
Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

Sensory Art: ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM! We’re Going to the Moon! Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: SPACE SONGS Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Family Music: MOTHER’S DAY MUSIC Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Mom Prom: Mother’s Day Family Event Sunday May 4th - SPECIAL TICKET REQUIRED, NO WALK-INS
Join us for the MOM PROM: Mother’s Day Family Event in Staten Island on Sunday May 4, 2025! This fan-favorite event for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers is only $25 per family. Limited spots available—get your ticket today!

Sensory Art: MAY FLOWERS Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: IN THE GARDEN / MAKE YOUR OWN WINDCHIMES Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Family Open Play: DANNY GO!, Ages 0 to 5 (Big Helper Older Siblings Welcome)
Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

Sensory Art: APRIL SHOWERS Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: WEATHER SONGS Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Family Open Play: RECYCLING & EARTH DAY, Ages 0 to 5 (Big Helper Older Siblings Welcome)
Our open play class provides a blend of loosely structured and open-ended activities that cater to the diverse needs of everyone. We believe exploration fosters independence skills and are a no-pressure participation class. We firmly believe a child-led structure is what supports development best alongside a trusted family member or caregiver to model and participate.

Sensory Art: EARTH DAY Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Music: EARTH DAY Ages 0 to 5 Years
Join our Family Music Class in Staten Island for a dynamic experience with live music, singing, and dancing. Designed for children 0-5 years, this class strengthens family bonds and supports your child’s development through music, movement, and instruments.

Peter Rabbit Springtime Play & Party Saturday April 5th - SPECIAL TICKET REQUIRED, NO WALK-INS
Join us for the Peter Rabbit Springtime Play & Party in Staten Island on April 5th, 2025! This fan-favorite event for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers is only $25 per family. Limited spots available—get your ticket today!

Sensory Art: PETER RABBIT Ages 3 Months to 5 Years
Let your child’s creativity flourish in our Sensory Art class! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with their grown-ups, this class encourages sensory exploration through art, promoting cognitive and emotional development. Join us at the JCC of Staten Island for a class.

Family Crafternoon PETER RABBIT / BEATRIX POTTER, Ages 0 to 5 Years, Older Big Helper Siblings Welcome - SOUTH SHORE ONLY
Join us at Avis South Shore JCC for Family Crafternoon in the community room! This class caters to all ages, with a special focus on children from 0 to 5, and older siblings are warmly invited to join. Dive into traditional arts and crafts that result in tangible, finished projects, complemented by bubbles, parachute play, and themed activities. Our expertly designed sessions ensure engaging, age-appropriate fun for every family member. Cost is per immediate family. Come and make creative memories together!