Registration & Tickets
To participate in one of ESFRA's Programs, please select a Ticket from one of the links below. (Early Learning programs are 1 ticket per child includes adult). This is considered the Registration .
As we have varied food initiatives, age specific and semester programs (depending on funding), please ensure to read each program's requirements.
When a program becomes available, it will be included in the list.
We look forward to seeing you!
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- Feb 07, 2024, 9:30 a.m. AST – Jun 05, 2024, 11:30 a.m. ADTProgram will run for 17 weeks. An interactive Early Learning program for parents/caregivers and their child(ren) between the ages of 3-5 years old. This limited program focuses on teaching children the basic skills needed for reading in a fun, engaging way.
- Sold Out
- Apr 25, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.ESFRA is partnering with Dalhousie University's School of Communication Sciences and Disorders to have their Speech/Language/Pathology & Audiology students and faculty provide early childhood screenings using PLS-5 Screening Test and K-SEALS for children (2-7 years) at Good Shepherd Church.
The Eastern Shore Family Resource Association has a variety of early learning opportunities for children and their parents/caregivers. We believe that learning begins at home and that parents are their child's first and most important teachers. One of our goals is to offer a continuum of services in which we can provide support and education for parents from pre-parenthood to school readiness.
- Sep 18, 2023, 10:00 a.m. ADT – Jun 03, 2024, 11:30 a.m. ADTEastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaA program bringing new parents together to share and learn more about their babies growth, behavior, and other needs. Participation is available until the child reaches eighteen (18) months of age.
- Feb 07, 2024, 9:30 a.m. AST – Jun 05, 2024, 11:30 a.m. ADTMusquodoboit Harbour Public Library, 7900 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J 2L0, CanadaProgram will run for 17 weeks. An interactive Early Learning program for parents/caregivers and their child(ren) between the ages of 3-5 years old. This limited program focuses on teaching children the basic skills needed for reading in a fun, engaging way.
- Sold OutFeb 09, 2024, 8:30 a.m. AST – Jun 07, 2024, 10:00 a.m. ADTEastern Shore Family Resource Associatio, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaAn interactive Early Learning program for parents/caregivers and their children that are between the ages of 1-3 years old. Ticket is required and valid for the February to June session.
- Mar 18, 2024, 9:30 a.m. ADT – Jun 03, 2024, 11:00 a.m. ADTGood Shepherd Church, 3621 Lawrencetown Rd, Lawrencetown, NS B2Z 1P9, CanadaAn interactive Early Learning program for parents/caregivers and their children that are between the ages of 1-3 years old. Ticket is required and valid for the March to June session.
- Multiple DatesMar 19, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ADTPorters Lake, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaAre you ready to get MESSY? Join us every Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM for our Drop-In Toddler Sensory Play Program, designed exclusively for little ones aged 1-3 years old and their parent / caregivers.
- Sold OutMar 20, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Eastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaThe Greengrocer's Wares bag is presented by ESFRA's Trading Cupboard. Fruit bags are available ONCE PER 5 WEEKS for residents along the Eastern Shore. Containing a variety of fruit items valued at approx. $20 & pickup Wednesdays only.
- Sold OutMar 20, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Eastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaThe Greengrocer's Wares bag is presented by ESFRA's Trading Cupboard. Fruit bags are available ONCE PER 5 WEEKS for residents along the Eastern Shore. Containing a variety of fruit items valued at approx. $10 & pickup Wednesdays only.
- Sold OutMar 20, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – Mar 21, 2024, 3:00 p.m.Eastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaShore Suppers is presented by the Nova Scotia Liquour Corporation. Partnering as well with ESFRA's Trading Cupboard is Voila by Sobeys. Available ONCE PER 5 WEEK ROTATION for residents along the Eastern Shore focusing on a family of 4.
- Sold OutMar 20, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – Mar 21, 2024, 3:00 p.m.Eastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaShore Suppers is presented by the Nova Scotia Liquour Corporation. Partnering as well with ESFRA's Trading Cupboard is Voila by Sobeys. Available ONCE PER 5 WEEK ROTATION for residents along the Eastern Shore focusing on a family of 4.
- Mar 23, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. ADTESFRA, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaConsidered an Interactive Drop-in Program for child(ren) with Dad/Granddad/Male Caregiver between the ages of 1-5 years old. This Program combines free play with toys/equipment which varies week to week. Ticket is required for each weekly session.
- Mar 23, 2024, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ADTESFRA, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaThe Full Steam Ahead program is an interactive drop-in experience designed for children aged 5 to 12 years old. This engaging program seamlessly combines imagination with diverse STEAM-based activities that vary each week. A ticket is required for each weekly session.
- Mar 23, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ADTRoyal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), 7929 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J 2L0, CanadaThis Program is for families with child(ren) with between the ages from birth to 12 years old. to head out and find what adventures are available along the Eastern Shore. Ticket is required for each person in attendance.
- Sold OutMar 27, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Eastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaThe Greengrocer's Wares bag is presented by ESFRA's Trading Cupboard. Fruit bags are available ONCE PER 5 WEEKS for residents along the Eastern Shore. Containing a variety of fruit items valued at approx. $20 & pickup Wednesdays only.
- Sold OutMar 27, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Eastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaThe Greengrocer's Wares bag is presented by ESFRA's Trading Cupboard. Fruit bags are available ONCE PER 5 WEEKS for residents along the Eastern Shore. Containing a variety of fruit items valued at approx. $10 & pickup Wednesdays only.
- Sold OutMar 27, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – Mar 28, 2024, 3:00 p.m.Eastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaShore Suppers is presented by the Nova Scotia Liquour Corporation. Partnering as well with ESFRA's Trading Cupboard is Voila by Sobeys. Available ONCE PER 5 WEEK ROTATION for residents along the Eastern Shore focusing on a family of 4.
- Mar 27, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – Mar 28, 2024, 3:00 p.m.Eastern Shore Family Resource Assoc., Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, CanadaShore Suppers is presented by the Nova Scotia Liquour Corporation. Partnering as well with ESFRA's Trading Cupboard is Voila by Sobeys. Available ONCE PER 5 WEEK ROTATION for residents along the Eastern Shore focusing on a family of 4.
- Multiple DatesMar 28, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ADTMarine Drive Pentecostal Church, 8970 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Head of Jeddore, NS B0J 1P0, CanadaConsidered a Drop-in Program for ages of 0-5 years old. Participation between parents/caregivers and child(ren) is required. This Program combines free play with toys/equipment which varies week to week. Ticket is required for each weekly session.