The Polygon Outside: Kids First

Kids First Dates
June 26 ⁠- Many Me
July 3⁠ – Many Me
July 10⁠ – Ocean Oasis
July 17⁠ – Ocean Oasis
July 24 ⁠- Floral Filter
July 31⁠ ⁠- Floral Filter
August 7 ⁠- Dream Worlds
August 14⁠ – Dream Worlds

Admission is by donation, courtesy of BMO Financial Group.

Every Sunday this summer, until August 14, Kids First is talking place outside to Cates Deck. ⁠No pre-registration required. Admission is by donation, courtesy of BMO Financial Group.

An outdoor expansion of Kids First, join us for art-making, sun, and fun every Sunday from 11-3pm. This summer's art projects are inspired by The Polygon’s exhibition Ghosts of the Machine. ⁠

We can't wait to get creative with you on Cates Deck in front of the Gallery this summer!⁠

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This Summer's Kids First Activities
June 26 + July 3
Many Me
Assemble a unique, whimsical character using moveable paper parts.

July 10 + July 17
Ocean Oasis
Create an aquatic habitat using DIY stickers, lentils, and sensory trinkets. This craft sounds like ocean waves.

July 24 + July 31
Floral Filter
Picking fresh & pressed flowers to make a custom suncatcher.

August 7 + August 14:
Dream Worlds
Make your own sci-fi planet ecosystem using decorative sculpture.

Photo: Alison Boulier

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