Little Village

Current Locations:

Westwood: Westwood First Presbyterian Church, 3326 Koenig Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211

Hours of Operation: Tuesdays-Thursdays 9:00am-1:00pm

Did you know that 90% of developmental growth happens by age 5? For children, learning happens through play and sensory experiences: seeing, hearing, tasting, smelling, touching, and movement. At the same time, parenting worry, stress, and loneliness during these early years can be overwhelming. This season of children’s lives is the most fruitful and the most vulnerable. In an effort to walk with families through these early years, City Gospel Mission presents Little Village – Stay & Play.

Little Village is a free, welcoming play space designed for young children (ages 0-5 years old) and their caregivers to connect, grow, and experience community in a safe and supportive environment. The desire of Little Village is to be a fun, early learning space where families can feel seen, supported and valued. The littlest learners and their families can explore a variety of playful areas including an art area, science corner, tumble area, construction zone, dramatic play and games, reading room and infant space.

*Important: As of April 8^th, Little Village will operate through a referral-based partnership model with local agencies in an effort to intentionally serve families who may not otherwise have access to a safe play space.

Questions? Chala Lewis clewis@citygospelmission.org 513-345-1057

It takes a village

These play areas and enrichment classes provide an ongoing place for families and children to find community. It makes such a difference to know as a family that we are not alone; to find others whose kids enjoy the same thing and find that we are celebrating the same challenges together.

Will you help us provide this valuable program to young families?

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We are also in need of toys and books for children ages 0-5.

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For More Information:

Chala Lewis
513-345-1057
clewis@citygospelmission.org

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