COC’s Center for Early Childhood Education is hosting a free day of games, obstacle courses and many other activities for families and children

The College of the Canyons Center for Early Childhood Education (ECE) and the Southern California Valley Association for the Education of Young Children (SCVAEYC) are planned to host the Valencia campus’ 14th annual ‘Play Day’ event as part of the nationally celebrated Week of the Young Child.

“We look forward to welcoming families from our community every year,” said Wendy Ruiz, event coordinator and faculty member at ECE. “This year’s event will feature obstacle courses, sensory experiences, face painting and many other activities that children and their families will surely enjoy.”

The goal of the College of the Canyons Children’s Play Day is to bring the community together for a day of high quality, developmentally stimulating play experiences for all children, infant to school age, to enjoy. The event also provides families with young children an opportunity to explore the many valuable resources that are available to them both at the college and in the community, according to organizers.

Attendees are also welcome to bring a picnic blanket and enjoy the free activities provided for families. Food vendors plan to also be on site.

The event is free and open to the public.

The College of the Canyons Children’s Play Day is scheduled to be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, in the COC Honor Grove, located on the college’s Valencia campus, according to event officials.