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Step into the wilderness this summer at Pretend City and embark on an unforgettable adventure! Get ready to explore our trails, trace the footprints of critters who call our City home, and gather around the campfire for stories and s'more-making lessons. From May 26th to September 4th, 🏞️ Discover Nature's Wonders: Lace up your hiking […]
Join us for the upcoming Pretend City International Friendship Weekend and meet Gwen Poindexter, the author of the heartwarming children's book "Zoe the Short-Necked Giraffe" and its sequel, "Rosie the Rhino." Gwen's books are all about spreading the message of love and the importance of friendship among children. Art Studio Exploration No. 1> Draw on […]
Neurodivergent Family Night creates a chance for families with children and their parents, siblings or caretakers to enjoy The City together in an environment that is designed to be sensory-friendly. Socialize with other parents and meet our community partners, who specialize in supporting the neurodiverse community. Specifically, for Families with children of all ages from […]
Calling all bookworms, young and old! Discover a day filled with literary adventures that will transport you to captivating stories and ignite your love for reading. Immerse yourself in a world of wonder and imagination as Pretend City invites you to join us for a magical celebration of National Book Lover's Day! Art (all […]
Free developmental screenings for children birth through 6 years old! Ask one of our Education Managers about any concerns you have about your child’s development or ways to strengthen their skills! Purpose Behind the Play: Whole body development, communication, gross motor, fine motor, problem-solving, social emotion expression. Specifically, for: Infants (birth -12 months), Young Toddlers (12-24 months), Toddlers […]
Get Ready for a Trunk-tastic Time at Pretend City! It's Elephant Day! We're trumpeting with excitement to invite you to a jumbo-sized celebration at Pretend City! Join us as we pay tribute to these majestic creatures on Elephant Day, where the fun is as big as their ears! Art Studio Exploration #1 (infant) fingerpainting Exploration #2 […]
This story-driven class will open the doors to children and their grandparents bonding and spending intentional time together! Come move your body and explore still, standing positions together! Class No. 3:Grandparents & Me Registration Number: 10 Family Openings (each family can bring their own number of participants; we are anticipating varied family sizes) Register HERE Play […]
Calling All Infants: It’s your time to play! Baby Steps through Pretend City is your opportunity to meet other parents and engage in developmentally appropriate activities and learning spaces. Activities will teach you about your baby's developmental milestones. For Infants and young toddlers (0-18 months) only, no older siblings, please. Fee: $12.00 Must Pre-register […]
Cooking in the City Get ready for a mouth-watering adventure as we explore the delicious dessert of French macaron. Art Studio (all day): Exploration 1: Pasta necklaces Exploration 2: Bean mandalas Sensory: Corn meal Cultural Implication (TIMES 11 am & 2:30 pm): Join us as 12-year-old baker, Allison Su, introduces the ingredients used to […]
Bugs in the City: A Buzzing Adventure Awaits! Get ready for a bugging good time at Pretend City as we celebrate Bugs in the City! It's a one-of-a-kind adventure that will have you buzzing with excitement and laughter. Touch Table (TIMES: 10 am-12:30 pm) Join Doodlebugs Animal Adventures for a fun and exciting LIVE […]
Get ready to flash your pearly whites as the Tooth Fairy makes a special appearance at Pretend City on Tooth Fairy Day! Join us for a tooth-rific day filled with smiles, giggles, and plenty of dental-themed fun! Art (all day): Exploration #1 (infant) Toothbrush splatter Exploration #2 – Fairy homes Sensory: Toothpaste & toothbrushes […]
Neurodivergent Family Night creates a chance for families with children and their parents, siblings or caretakers to enjoy The City together in an environment that is designed to be sensory-friendly. Socialize with other parents and meet our community partners, who specialize in supporting the neurodiverse community. Specifically, for Families with children of all ages from the neurodiverse community […]
Get Ready to Go Wild at Pretend City's Wild Birthday Bash! Art (all day): Exploration #1- (infant) Straw blowing Exploration #2 -Salt with pipettes Sensory: Salt and Glue Purpose: Gross motor skills, hand & eye coordination, fine motor skills. Use of different mediums, skills and techniques to make art. Math/Science (TIMES: 10:30a-11:30a) Thor’s Reptile […]
Join us for a Raksha Bandhan Celebration at Pretend City! Art (all day): Exploration #1-(infant) Color sorting Exploration #2-Paper weaving Sensory: Colored Rice Purpose: Learn color-matching hand & eye coordination, pincer grasp, and weaving colored paper using fine motor skills. Story Time (TIMES: 11 am & 2:30 pm) Thread Of Love by Kabir Sehgal & Surishtha […]