BOC Kids: Small Packages (Adventures)

BOC Families!

We're wrapping up the school year with 3 fun BOC Kids events at 3 amazing venues! We are so excited to invite you and your kiddos to join us at 1, 2 or 3 of these events between May 25th and July 13th. Each event is $20 or ou can attend all 3 for just $40.

We welcome our BOC Kids aged 5 and up

On May 25th - BOC Kids at the Museum

You are invited to the Museume of Science and Technology for a fun hands-on workshop and to explore the different museum exhibits together.

Our collaborative workshop will be led by a museum expert and will take place between10:30am until 11:30am. It is important to be on time to participace fully in our workshop.

Afterwards, we will have have the opportunity to tour freely through the museume. There are always so many cool things to see, touch and learn about at the museum. We will be able to see the Crazy Kitchen, ZOOOM – Children’s Innovation Zone and so much more. (Address: 1867 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3)

On June 8th - Slam Science at the Park

Join us for fun day at Vincent Massey Park! Our day will begin with an exciting experiment, "Rapid Reactions," presented in partnership with Slam Science! Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of rapid chemical reactions. This will take place from 10:30am until1:30pm.

After our scientific adventure, the fun continues with games and leisure activities on the field. Come along for a day of discovery, learning, and laughter in the great outdoors! (Address: Heron Rd, Ottawa, ON K1V 2E4)

On July 13th - MacSkimming Nature Play

Join us for an enchanted getaway amidst nature at Macskimming Outdoor Education Center! From 10:30am until 1:30pm, immerse yourself in the beauty of the forest with your child where adventure and discovery await at every step. Climb trees, learn the secrets of flora and fauna, connect with nature, and play amidst spectacular landscapes. Reconnect with the earth and let yourself be carried away by the wonder of nature during this unforgettable outing! (Address: 3685 Wilhaven Dr, Cumberland, ON K4C 1J7)

Financial obstacles:

We strive to make our events inclusive and accessible to Black children, regardless of financial circumstances. To help us accomplish our goal, we invite members of the community to "sponsor some fun." Through this initiative, individuals can financially contribute by paying for a child's entry to one of the BOC Kids events. This contributes to our goal of creating a welcoming and supporting community where every child can participate and thrive, regardless of financial constraints. For families who may face financial challenges, we encourage you send an email to bockidsyow@gmail.com so that we can work to provide your child with access to our community events.

Who should come?

Black kids of all ages should come with a parent. All parents and guardians of Black kids are welcomed. In order to ensure that we can accommodate as many children as possible and maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone, we kindly request that families limit attendance to one parent per child. Additional adults, while we appreciate their support, will not be able to join the event. We believe this approach fosters a child-focused atmosphere where kids can fully engage in the activities planned for them. We understand the importance of family participation, and to make it easier for families, tickets are being sold for children's attendance, while parent accompaniment is free. This ensures that every child has the opportunity to participate while keeping the event accessible to families.

ABOUT US:

BOC Kids, a program under Black Ottawa Connect, provides children in the Black community opportunities to learn, play and grow together. Black Ottawa Connect is a non-profit organization which fosters connections to inspire growth and success within the Black community.

See you soon!

Team BOC

Contact bockidsyow@gmail.com for any questions.