What do Mrs Bunny, a fire truck and popcorn have in common?
What do Mrs Bunny, a fire truck and popcorn have in common? https://greenhithecommunitytrust.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/MM1-768x1024.jpeg 768 1024 Greenhithe Community Trust https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/ab8d8ddccbb188f1e4886b7c007ca8d0c6c4455f05ab88da9b872f82ca8f69fb?s=96&d=mm&r=gThey have captured your attention – as they do for a large number of children aged one to four (and their caregivers) every week at Mainly Music.
Lyrics and melody resound from the walls of the hall at No. 12 on Monday mornings – echoing across Greenhithe. These upbeat and action packed sessions encourage movement, dance and singing, and often unexpected but delightful exercise for those of us of “older years” as we match the energy of the children with us.
But the action all appears to come with ease for Alethia Smit, who holds the weekly get-togethers and truly kicks off the week in a bright and positive way.
She explains how she got involved with Mainly Music through her church.
“I have also been a dance teacher for 25 years and love working with children and toddlers. It’s my God given talent to work with children and teach them through music and movement.”
She lists the myriad of benefits as including: Social event for mothers to meet new friends, Boosts child IQ, Sensory development, Expands communication and imagination, Improves Literacy, Emotional Development, Improves Coordination.
With an average of 13 families per week who come along, there becomes a combination of cultures who share memories and dreams for their tamariki.
“We love to share with each other.”
And Alethia would love to share this opportunity with all the little ones of Greenhithe.
Pop along to Number 12 – 9.30am Mondays.
Contact alethiaschoolofdance.002@gmail.com
