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Belleville Families Discover July Workshops Blending Play and Learning
Belleville families can book into July workshops that combine play with learning at city venues.
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Belleville community programs open registration this week for hands-on family sessions running through the end of July.
School summer recess drives demand for structured daytime options as parents balance work schedules with child care needs in the city.
Local Venues Offering Sessions
The Belleville Science Museum on Main Street hosts daily robotics labs for ages six to twelve, while the Riverfront Community Center on Harbor Drive runs nature walks followed by craft projects each Tuesday and Thursday morning.
Both sites expanded capacity this year after last summer drew 1,450 participants across all age groups, according to city recreation records.
Prices start at twelve dollars per child for a two-hour block at the museum and rise to eighteen dollars at the community center, which includes materials.
Registration and Timing Details
Slots for the first week of workshops fill quickly, with online sign-ups available through the city parks department site until July 18.
Parents should confirm availability by phone or in person at either location before heading out, as walk-up entry is limited during peak hours.