My Favorite: The Tot Spot

Last week we made it over to the Tot Spot for only the second time this year.  I wish we could make it more often, as the kids always have a great time when we are there.  If you are unfamiliar with the Tot Spot, it's a wonderful indoor play area at the Ithaca Youth Bureau for children 5 and under. The Tot Spot isn't a drop-off place, parents and care providers stay with their kids.

The Tot Spot has slides, ride on toys, balls, small toys, books, a kitchen and more. What's more, the Tot Spot employees usually bring out the parachute, and sometimes large pieces of paper and markers. It's a great place to escape the winter blues!  Plus, all the toys are sanitized before they're put away each day. 

The Tot Spot has new hours as of this January.  They are no longer open Sunday afternoons, but they are open Mondays now. 

The Tot Spot
Located at the Ithaca Youth Bureau
1 James L. Gibbs Drive, Ithaca (near Stewart Park)

Open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 am

Children 5-12 months old $2; 13 months - 5 years $4.

Who knew?

So, apparently the Tot Spot opened for the season today.  I realized it was late October, so I called to check when they open, and sure enough, it was today.  Even though I browse the IYB emails I get, I had no idea.  Did you?

For those unfamiliar with the Tot Spot: The Tot Spot is an indoor play area with two slide/climbing structures, many push and ride toys, books and other fun things.  Located inside the Ithaca Youth Bureau at 1 James L. Gibbs Drive in Ithaca, The Tot Spot is generally open from the end of October to Mid-April. Days and times are as follows: Tues./Thurs./Sat. 9:30 - 11:30 am and Sunday afternoon 3:30 - 5:30 pm.  The Tot Spot is for children ages 5 months -5 years, but kids under 4 tend to have the most fun. $4 per child.  607-273-8364