Thursdays in June Celebrate Pride and the history of the vibrant LGBTQ+ community this June through a collection of children’s stories that encourage kindness, compassion, & understanding, while also sharing the varied experiences of children with LGBTQ+ identities and families. Sensational Storytime (11:00 am and 2 pm): Gather round Orange Plaza as we read exciting stories that celebrate our Rainbow […]
Wednesdays starting on June 9, 2021 – August 11, 2021 at 9:30 am- 10:30 am The Mommy Center is gathering a group of mommies and babies (ages 18-36 months) for play-based connection and 10-week class. Designed to answer all your communication-development questions, foster connection, provide support, and facilitate play! Each week will cover a different topic […]
Our first big fundraiser since the chaotic tide of 2020! Join us for drinks, heavy hors d'oeuvres, entertainment, and play at the Balboa Bay Club in Newport Beach. Let’s get out and have some fun! Join us for our Sip, Savor, & Sea Summer Soiree on Thursday, June 10 at 6 pm. This fun, outdoor event is […]
Friday, June 11th 10 AM – 3 PM Join us for this month’s Way to Play Day as we focus on language and communication skills! Play your way through the museum and find out how you can make your play as educational as possible! We will be offering ASQ screenings and vision screenings for FREE! Purpose […]
Sunday June 13 | 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Join us for a special summertime Baby Steps session all about your little fishy! Our event will provide activities for teaching your little one about gross motor skills, as well as water safety! Purpose Behind the Play: Gross motor skills, curiosity, and exploration. Specifically for: Infant (0-18 months), grownups. For the comfort […]
The Third Thursday of the Month | Thursday June 17th |10 AM Mix & mingle with other play-loving parents for Coffee & Conversation, plus you’ll hear from our education & leadership team about our monthly educational focus. Educational Conversation: This month we are tackling brave conversations and how to have them. Brave conversations happen when we talk our children […]
Friday, June 18 Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, is a holiday celebrating the emancipation of Black Americans who had been enslaved in the United States. Sensational Storytime: (11 AM and 2 PM): A sensational, full-body celebration, led by our Play Partner Gina from the non-profit Jack and Jill. We’ll all gather in the Orange […]
Saturday, June 19 Keep the grills off and the bad ties at home because Pretend City has everything you need to celebrate the father figures in your little one’s life. Today we’ll honor dads and grandpas with engaging activities, special art projects, and Father’s Day fun! Purpose Behind the Play: Fine motor practice, creativity, and […]
Thursday June 24th | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm Join us for a special event that provides a sensory inclusive environment for our Neurodiverse children and their families. Children on the Autism Spectrum as well as those with learning disabilities and or differences are encouraged to attend. With the help of our community play partners, and Pretend City’s experienced and educated team, discover different […]
June 30th - August 15th | Summer Exhibit available for play during operational hours, located in The Traveling Exhibit space. Grab your hard hats and join us this summer for The Ultimate Recycling Machine, an immersive hands-on experience that combines engineering, collaboration, imagination, and creativity. Using a variety of recycled materials, work together to innovate solutions to prompted challenges. Or simply build […]