Toddlers, children, and teens have been taking part in a variety of educational and engaging activities offered by The Arc of Essex County:

• The first Communi-Play session of the new season ran during Family Fun Fest at Camp Hope on September 13 (read the story about the event by clicking here). Led by “Ms. J,” Communi-Play gatherings are typically held on Saturday mornings at Studio Arc in Fairfield and provide festive and music-based communication lessons for children ages 2.5 to 5. To register, visit bit.ly/communi-play.
• Social Skills classes resumed on September 16 after a summer break, with classes taking place on Tuesdays at the Opportunity Zone program center in Maplewood. Enrollment is free and coordinated through The Arc of Essex County’s Life Management Program. Groups are divided into ages 5 to 10 and ages 11 to 15 and discuss topics such as taking turns, learning personal space, and identifying feelings.
• Parents’ Night Out took place at Studio Arc on September 19, where participants enjoyed crafts and games together.

To learn more about The Arc of Essex County’s Children’s Programming, click here or contact Toshonda Johnson-Hall at 973-535-1181 ext. 1275 or tjohnson-hall@arcessex.org.