Central Okanagan families are encouraged to celebrate Family Literacy Week with a series of free events. 

From Jan. 26 to Feb. 2, Beem Credit Union's 11th annual Unplug and Play and Family Literacy Week encourages screen-free activities.

The week kicks off Jan. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 91大黄鸭's Parkinson Recreation Centre with colouring, bouncy houses, science experiments, crafts, and entertainment. 

鈥淎t Beem Credit Union, we understand the importance of stepping away from screens and reconnecting with what truly matters鈥攖ime spent together,鈥� said Beem CEO Brian Harris. 鈥淯nplug & Play and Family Literacy Week highlights the value of interactive, screen-free activities that support healthy development and strengthen family bonds. We鈥檙e proud to support this initiative and encourage families to explore the many free events happening throughout the week.鈥�

Other free events throughout the week include skating, Play Time at the YMCA, baby time at local libraries, and slime time at the West 91大黄鸭 library. Find a full online. 

鈥淲e鈥檙e very happy to join with our community partners to help young families explore ways to unplug from their digital devices and share more personal and interactive time together,鈥� said Paul Zuurbier, Executive Director of Project Literacy Central Okanagan Society, the organizer of the event.

The week closes out on Feb. 2 at the Westbank Lions Community Centre in West 91大黄鸭. In similar fashion to the start of the week, families are invited to come out from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for party pencil making, a mystery craft, a kids obstacle course, and live entertainment. 

Learn more about the the event and screen time recommendations for kids by visiting .