Health & Wellness Play

Health & Wellness Play

What do children need to know about Health and Wellness?

In raising healthy children, it’s not enough to just focus on the physical aspect of health. To be truly healthy, a child’s emotional health must be nurtured and strengthened. Developing a mental attitude of wellness is also essential.


11:00 am - 03:30 pm

Brush a Hippo's Teeth!

Practice brushing a hippo’s tooth while learning about the importance of good oral health with our friends from Smileland Pediatric Dentistry and Braces. All children will receive a new toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss.

11:00 am - 04:00 pm

Color, Connect 4 and More!

Enjoy games with the folks from the ABA (Autism Awareness) Center. Resources and more!

11:00 am - 03:30 pm

Counting Ways to Healthy Teeth

Students of Quinsigamond Community College’s Dental Hygiene Program will conduct hands-on learning activities connecting healthy dental habits with counting!

11:00 am - 04:00 pm

Eat the Rainbow!

Play a cornhole game and learn about healthy snacks with Wegmans!

11:00 am - 04:00 pm

Got Garelick?

Nutritious and delicious - stop by to sample Garelick Farms' milk and play a ring toss game!

11:00 am - 03:30 pm

Granny Pants Games!

Join the YWCA for the hilarious Granny Pants Game, where players slip into oversized, colorful “granny pants” and race to catch bouncing balls. It’s silly, energetic fun for all ages — come give it a try! Plus win prizes - jump ropes and stickers!

11:00 am - 04:00 pm

Healthy Choices

The Worcester Division of Public Health helps to keep Worcester Healthy - learn about good nutrition, car seat safety and healthy habits for the mind and body - take a pop quiz too!

11:00 am - 03:30 pm

J-Play

Join our friends from the JCC to learn about wellness with fun activities for the mind and body. We will have a variety of lawn games, arts and crafts and creative activities for kids to boost fine motor skills and concentration!

11:00 am - 03:30 pm

Teddy Bear Clinic

Try using a stethoscope, a thermometer and applying a bandage or two to our stuffed animal and doll friends – like us, they need an annual checkup to make sure they are in tip top shape! Join the staff from Bright Horizons to learn about health and safety through this fun interactive activity that demystifies the experience of visiting the doctor's office.

11:00 am - 03:30 pm

The Bubble Lab

Want a sensory reset? Visit our bubble station. Perfect for toddlers and up, it’s a fun way to practice deep breathing, reduce anxiety, and build oral and fine motor skills through play. Learn about the “soap sandwich” science that makes bubbles happen, and why they POP!