Popsicles and play

By Brandie Majeau

Popsicle Playground and Painting in the Park. Join the town summer staff and

Redwater Hype at a local park every Wednesday morning from 10 am – 12 pm for FREE

drop-in play events. It’s a time for families of all ages to come together, connect, and,

most importantly, have a blast! There will be games, activities, art projects, and free

frozen treats (while supplies last). Children of all ages are welcome, and The Town of

Redwater, in partnership with Redwater Hype, is focused on ensuring everyone has a

great time: please note that children under six years old MUST be supervised by a

responsible guardian (14+). A huge thank you goes to North West Redwater

Partnership for their generous sponsorship and support of Redwater summer programs.

This fun-filled program encourages children to dress in their finest ‘ready-for-a-

 mess’ clothing, enjoy creative freedom, and unleash their inner artists. The focus is on

creation, not tidy cookie-cutter creation. While enjoying a cool treat is a definite

bonus of the Popsicle Playground Wednesday morning programming, families and

children have the opportunity to visit all the wonderful green spaces available for their

enjoyment through the Town of Redwater. The melted popsicle sticky fingers and paint-

smudged outfits are a perfect ensemble to enjoy a morning of play and connection.

Popsicle Playground and Painting in the Park is a fantastic opportunity to grab a

(treasure) map of the town and follow it through a summer of adventure and discovery.

The Redwater HYPE (Helping Young People Excel) program is an outstanding

and impactful initiative aimed at empowering and supporting students in both their

school and community settings. The program places a strong emphasis on promoting

mental well-being and building resilient community connections. Through a wide range

of diverse and engaging activities and initiatives, Redwater HYPE provides local youth

with opportunities to engage in enriching experiences that promote their personal

growth and holistic development.