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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T100000
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SUMMARY:Math Everywhere Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Playful Math for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers! \nWho: Allston-Brighton children ages 2-5 and their caregivers \nWhen: Mondays\, 10-11:30 am\, 1/26-3/23; no group 2/16 \nWhere: 640 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA 02135\, Downstairs in the New Balance Room \nRegister at: tfaforms.com/5206623 \nContact: Bing Jiang\, bjiang@familynurturing.org
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/math-everywhere-playgroup-2/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bing Jiang":MAILTO:bjiang@familynurturing.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260120T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203932Z
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SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Playgroup (Dorchester)
DESCRIPTION:A playgroup for the littlest learners! Come join in with other families by enjoying some playful moments that your children learns and develops through play. \nWhen: Fridays\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere: FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA 02122 \nContact: Tyisha Blidgen\, tblidgen@familynurturing.org\, 617-474-1143 x327 \nRegistration for this playgroup is currently full. Please contact Tyisha for more information or to get on a waitlist for upcoming playgroups.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/little-sprouts-playgroup/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20251205T190003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191723Z
UID:10001451-1771581600-1771588800@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Bilingual Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:We will learn songs\, games\, and activities to support your young child’s development. Facilitated in English and Spanish.  \nAprenderemos canciones\, juegos y actividades para apoyar el desarrollo de tu bebé. Facilitado en inglés y español. \nWhen/cuando: Fridays\, 10 am – 12 pm\, January 16 – March 13. Viernes\, 16 de Enero – 13 de Marzo\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere/dónde: 215-217 Garfield Ave\, Hyde Park\, MA 02136 \nWho/quién: Hyde Park families with children aged 1-4 (siblings welcome). Familias de Hyde Park con niños de 1 a 4 años (hermanos bienvenidos) \nContact to Register/contacto para registrarse: Nora Arara\, narara@familynurturing.org or (857)230-9036
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/bilingual-playgroup-2/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA\, 02136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nora Arara":MAILTO:narara@familynurturing.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260109T212033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T213817Z
UID:10001558-1771524000-1771527600@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Clases de inglès / English as a Second Language
DESCRIPTION:Aprende inglés. Gana confianza. Construye comunidad. Ven a mejorar tu inglés\, hacer nuevos amigos y abrir puertas a nuevas oportunidades. \n¡No se necesita experiencia previa en inglés!  \nLugar: Revival Chelsea\, 278 Broadway\, Chelsea\, MA \nLas clases de inglés finalizan el 9 de abril de 2026. \n\nLearn English. Gain confidence. Build community. Come improve your English\, make new friends\, and open doors to new opportunities.\n\nNo prior English experience is necessary! English classes end on April 9\, 2026.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/clases-de-ingles-english-as-a-second-language-2/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:FNC Chelsea Community Connections\, 113 Hawthorne Street\, Chelsea\, MA\, 02150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angelica Lopez":MAILTO:alopez@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260202T210953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T210953Z
UID:10001750-1771502400-1771509600@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Black History Month Arts & Culture Day for Teens and Parents
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Black History Month with FNC’s Dorchester CARES coalition\, the Patch team\, and the Black Male Artists Collective! Teens aged 10-16 years accompanied by a parent or caregiver are invited to an afternoon building community with other families and learning about culture in a creative way. There will be an art activity for teens and tea time for caregivers. \nTo learn more and register\, contact Tara Register Curry.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/black-history-month-arts-culture-day-for-teens-and-parents/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tara Register Curry":MAILTO:tregistercurry@familynurturing.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260120T182129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204028Z
UID:10001608-1771495200-1771502400@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de juegos para padres y hijos en Dorchester
DESCRIPTION:Gratis para niños de 1 a 4 años con un padre/cuidador. Hermanos menores y todos los idiomas son bienvenidos. Se imparte en inglés los miércoles y en español los jueves. \nCuando: Los jueves\, 10 am – 12 pm \nDónde: FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA 02122 \nContacto: Tyisha Blidgen\, tblidgen@familynurturing.org\, 617-474-1143 x327 \nLas inscripciones para este grupo de juego están completas. Comuníquese con Tyisha para obtener información sobre los próximos grupos.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/grupo-de-juegos-para-padres-y-hijos-en-dorchester/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260109T212009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T213223Z
UID:10001534-1771495200-1771498800@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Clases de inglès / English as a Second Language
DESCRIPTION:Aprende inglés. Gana confianza. Construye comunidad. Ven a mejorar tu inglés\, hacer nuevos amigos y abrir puertas a nuevas oportunidades. \n¡No se necesita experiencia previa en inglés!  \nLugar: Revival Chelsea\, 278 Broadway\, Chelsea\, MA \nLas clases de inglés finalizan el 9 de abril de 2026. \n\nLearn English. Gain confidence. Build community. Come improve your English\, make new friends\, and open doors to new opportunities.\n\nNo prior English experience is necessary! English classes end on April 9\, 2026.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/clases-de-ingles-english-as-a-second-language/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:FNC Chelsea Community Connections\, 113 Hawthorne Street\, Chelsea\, MA\, 02150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angelica Lopez":MAILTO:alopez@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260120T181045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204107Z
UID:10001584-1771408800-1771416000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Dorchester Parent-Child Playgroups (Led in English)
DESCRIPTION:Free for children aged 1-4 with a parent or caregiver. Younger siblings and all languages welcome. Share fun activities with your child: storytime\, arts and crafts\, music\, movement\, and more! Led in English on Wednesdays and in Spanish on Thursdays. \nWhen: Wednesdays\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere: FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA 02122 \nContact: Tyisha Blidgen\, tblidgen@familynurturing.org\, 617-474-1143 x327 \nRegistration for this playgroup is currently full. Please contact Tyisha for more information or to get on a waitlist for upcoming playgroups.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/dorchester-parent-child-playgroups-led-in-english/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20251205T190543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191658Z
UID:10001442-1771408800-1771416000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join our in-person playgroup for children ages 1-4 with parents/caregivers\, and learn songs\, games\, and activities to support your child’s development. Facilitated in English on Wednesdays\, and in Spanish and English on Fridays. \nWHEN: Wednesdays\, January 14 – March 11\, 10 AM – 12 PM \nWHERE: FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA 02136 \nTo register: contact Nora Arara
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/preschool-playgroup-5/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA\, 02136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nora Arara":MAILTO:narara@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20250923T154546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T212247Z
UID:10001289-1771408800-1771416000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Mind Matters (FNC Allston-Brighton)
DESCRIPTION:This free 10-session workshop series provides educational resources and community support for Allston-Brighton families with young children. Developed by the Harvard Ed Portal and based on cutting-edge brain research on children’s social\, emotional\, and intellectual growth\, sessions include hands-on activities\, mini-lectures\, videos\, group discussions\, and community support with other families. \nPlease note: registration is limited to eligible Allston-Brighton residents. To learn more\, contact Sandra McCarthy at smccarthy@familynurturing.org or Bing Jiang at bjiang@familynurturing.org. \n(Learn more about Mind Matters and other programs on our Parenting Education page\, or fill out an interest form here.)
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/mind-matters/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra McCarthy":MAILTO:smccarthy@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20251205T185616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T210600Z
UID:10001433-1771259400-1771263000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Math Everywhere Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE 6-week playgroup to play and learn together. Meet new friends and practice important early math skills for young children. \nWhen: Mondays\, 4:30-5:30 PM\, January 12-March 16 \nWhere: Meets in-person at the Roslindale Public Library\, 4246 Washington Street\, Roslindale\, MA. \nTo Sign Up: Contact Nora Arara to register!
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/math-everywhere-playgroup/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA\, 02136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nora Arara":MAILTO:narara@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260105T200947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T152943Z
UID:10001524-1770978600-1770982200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Bilingual Baby/Toddler Playgroup (FNC Allston-Brighton)
DESCRIPTION:What: A parent-child playgroup with songs\, games\, and activities to support your young child’s development. Facilitated in English and Spanish. \nAprenderemos canciones\, juegos y actividades para apoyer el desarrollo de tu bebé. \nWhen: Fridays\, 10:30-11:30 AM \nWhere: 640 Washington Street\, Brighton \nWho: Allston-Brighton families with children 0-24 months old \nContact: Sandra McCarthy\, smccarthy@familynurturing.org or 857-230-3523. Please register at tfaforms.com/5182289. \nOur amazing FNC Allston-Brighton facilitators\, Elayne and Sandra\, have planned fun activities for their playgroups this month. Please register for only one playgroup per facilitator.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/bilingual-baby-toddler-playgroup-3/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra McCarthy":MAILTO:smccarthy@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260120T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203932Z
UID:10001571-1770976800-1770984000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Playgroup (Dorchester)
DESCRIPTION:A playgroup for the littlest learners! Come join in with other families by enjoying some playful moments that your children learns and develops through play. \nWhen: Fridays\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere: FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA 02122 \nContact: Tyisha Blidgen\, tblidgen@familynurturing.org\, 617-474-1143 x327 \nRegistration for this playgroup is currently full. Please contact Tyisha for more information or to get on a waitlist for upcoming playgroups.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/little-sprouts-playgroup/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20251205T190003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191723Z
UID:10001450-1770976800-1770984000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Bilingual Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:We will learn songs\, games\, and activities to support your young child’s development. Facilitated in English and Spanish.  \nAprenderemos canciones\, juegos y actividades para apoyar el desarrollo de tu bebé. Facilitado en inglés y español. \nWhen/cuando: Fridays\, 10 am – 12 pm\, January 16 – March 13. Viernes\, 16 de Enero – 13 de Marzo\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere/dónde: 215-217 Garfield Ave\, Hyde Park\, MA 02136 \nWho/quién: Hyde Park families with children aged 1-4 (siblings welcome). Familias de Hyde Park con niños de 1 a 4 años (hermanos bienvenidos) \nContact to Register/contacto para registrarse: Nora Arara\, narara@familynurturing.org or (857)230-9036
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/bilingual-playgroup-2/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA\, 02136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nora Arara":MAILTO:narara@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20250918T171207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T171207Z
UID:10001223-1770976800-1770984000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Statewide FELT Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This virtual gathering of the statewide Fatherhood Engagement Leadership Team is open to Fatherhood professionals from throughout Massachusetts. Please contact John O’Neil for more details: joneil@familynurturing.org.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/statewide-felt-meeting/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/statewide-felt-meeting/2026-02-13/
CATEGORIES:Trainings and Technical Assistance
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ORGANIZER;CN="John O'Neil":MAILTO:joneil@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260109T212033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T213817Z
UID:10001557-1770919200-1770922800@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Clases de inglès / English as a Second Language
DESCRIPTION:Aprende inglés. Gana confianza. Construye comunidad. Ven a mejorar tu inglés\, hacer nuevos amigos y abrir puertas a nuevas oportunidades. \n¡No se necesita experiencia previa en inglés!  \nLugar: Revival Chelsea\, 278 Broadway\, Chelsea\, MA \nLas clases de inglés finalizan el 9 de abril de 2026. \n\nLearn English. Gain confidence. Build community. Come improve your English\, make new friends\, and open doors to new opportunities.\n\nNo prior English experience is necessary! English classes end on April 9\, 2026.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/clases-de-ingles-english-as-a-second-language-2/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:FNC Chelsea Community Connections\, 113 Hawthorne Street\, Chelsea\, MA\, 02150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angelica Lopez":MAILTO:alopez@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260105T200456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191605Z
UID:10001511-1770892200-1770897600@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Who: Allston-Brighton families with children 3-4 years old (baby siblings welcome!) \nWhen: Thursdays in October\, 10:30 am – 12 pm \nWhere: Josephine Fiorentino Community Center\, 123 Antwerp Street\, Brighton\, MA 02135 \nWhat: Engaging experiences for caregivers and their children. Group circle time with songs and more hands-on activities. Facilitated in English; all languages welcome. \nQuestions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org \nRegistration: Please register online at tfaforms.com/5191674. Our amazing FNC Allston-Brighton facilitators\, Elayne and Sandra\, have planned fun activities for their playgroups this season. Please register for only one playgroup per facilitator.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/preschool-playgroup-6/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elayne Baskin":MAILTO:ebaskin@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260120T182129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204028Z
UID:10001607-1770890400-1770897600@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de juegos para padres y hijos en Dorchester
DESCRIPTION:Gratis para niños de 1 a 4 años con un padre/cuidador. Hermanos menores y todos los idiomas son bienvenidos. Se imparte en inglés los miércoles y en español los jueves. \nCuando: Los jueves\, 10 am – 12 pm \nDónde: FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA 02122 \nContacto: Tyisha Blidgen\, tblidgen@familynurturing.org\, 617-474-1143 x327 \nLas inscripciones para este grupo de juego están completas. Comuníquese con Tyisha para obtener información sobre los próximos grupos.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/grupo-de-juegos-para-padres-y-hijos-en-dorchester/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260109T212009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T213223Z
UID:10001533-1770890400-1770894000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Clases de inglès / English as a Second Language
DESCRIPTION:Aprende inglés. Gana confianza. Construye comunidad. Ven a mejorar tu inglés\, hacer nuevos amigos y abrir puertas a nuevas oportunidades. \n¡No se necesita experiencia previa en inglés!  \nLugar: Revival Chelsea\, 278 Broadway\, Chelsea\, MA \nLas clases de inglés finalizan el 9 de abril de 2026. \n\nLearn English. Gain confidence. Build community. Come improve your English\, make new friends\, and open doors to new opportunities.\n\nNo prior English experience is necessary! English classes end on April 9\, 2026.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/clases-de-ingles-english-as-a-second-language/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:FNC Chelsea Community Connections\, 113 Hawthorne Street\, Chelsea\, MA\, 02150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angelica Lopez":MAILTO:alopez@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260105T200240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191516Z
UID:10001501-1770805800-1770811200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Terrific Twos Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Who: Allston-Brighton families with two-year-olds (baby siblings welcome!) \nWhen: Wednesdays\, 10:30 AM – 12 PM \nWhere: Josephine Fiorentino Community Center\, 123 Antwerp Street\, Brighton\, MA 02135 \nWhat: Engaging experiences for caregivers and their children. Group circle time with songs and more hands-on activities. Facilitated in English; all languages welcome. \nQuestions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org \nRegistration: Please register online at tfaforms.com/5191674. Our amazing FNC Allston-Brighton facilitators\, Elayne and Sandra\, have planned fun activities for their playgroups this season. Please register for only one playgroup per facilitator.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/terrific-twos-playgroup-2/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elayne Baskin":MAILTO:ebaskin@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260120T181045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204107Z
UID:10001583-1770804000-1770811200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Dorchester Parent-Child Playgroups (Led in English)
DESCRIPTION:Free for children aged 1-4 with a parent or caregiver. Younger siblings and all languages welcome. Share fun activities with your child: storytime\, arts and crafts\, music\, movement\, and more! Led in English on Wednesdays and in Spanish on Thursdays. \nWhen: Wednesdays\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere: FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA 02122 \nContact: Tyisha Blidgen\, tblidgen@familynurturing.org\, 617-474-1143 x327 \nRegistration for this playgroup is currently full. Please contact Tyisha for more information or to get on a waitlist for upcoming playgroups.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/dorchester-parent-child-playgroups-led-in-english/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20251205T190543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191658Z
UID:10001441-1770804000-1770811200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join our in-person playgroup for children ages 1-4 with parents/caregivers\, and learn songs\, games\, and activities to support your child’s development. Facilitated in English on Wednesdays\, and in Spanish and English on Fridays. \nWHEN: Wednesdays\, January 14 – March 11\, 10 AM – 12 PM \nWHERE: FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA 02136 \nTo register: contact Nora Arara
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/preschool-playgroup-5/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA\, 02136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nora Arara":MAILTO:narara@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20250923T154546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T212247Z
UID:10001288-1770804000-1770811200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Mind Matters (FNC Allston-Brighton)
DESCRIPTION:This free 10-session workshop series provides educational resources and community support for Allston-Brighton families with young children. Developed by the Harvard Ed Portal and based on cutting-edge brain research on children’s social\, emotional\, and intellectual growth\, sessions include hands-on activities\, mini-lectures\, videos\, group discussions\, and community support with other families. \nPlease note: registration is limited to eligible Allston-Brighton residents. To learn more\, contact Sandra McCarthy at smccarthy@familynurturing.org or Bing Jiang at bjiang@familynurturing.org. \n(Learn more about Mind Matters and other programs on our Parenting Education page\, or fill out an interest form here.)
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/mind-matters/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra McCarthy":MAILTO:smccarthy@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260105T200544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191221Z
UID:10001490-1770717600-1770723000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Wonderful Ones Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Who: Allston-Brighton families with children 12-24 months (baby siblings welcome!) \nWhen: Tuesdays\, 10-11:30 AM \nWhere: Harvard Ed Portal (224 Western Ave\, Allston; parking in the rear and on the street) \nWhat: Engaging experiences for caregivers and their children. Group circle time with songs and more hands-on activities. Facilitated in English; all languages welcome. \nQuestions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org \nRegistration: Please register online at tfaforms.com/5191674. Our amazing FNC Allston-Brighton facilitators\, Elayne and Sandra\, have planned fun activities for their playgroups this season. Please register for only one playgroup per facilitator.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/wonderful-ones-playgroup-2-2/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elayne Baskin":MAILTO:ebaskin@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20251205T185616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T210600Z
UID:10001432-1770654600-1770658200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Math Everywhere Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE 6-week playgroup to play and learn together. Meet new friends and practice important early math skills for young children. \nWhen: Mondays\, 4:30-5:30 PM\, January 12-March 16 \nWhere: Meets in-person at the Roslindale Public Library\, 4246 Washington Street\, Roslindale\, MA. \nTo Sign Up: Contact Nora Arara to register!
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/math-everywhere-playgroup/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA\, 02136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nora Arara":MAILTO:narara@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260105T195341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142928Z
UID:10001467-1770631200-1770636600@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Math Everywhere Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Playful Math for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers! \nWho: Allston-Brighton children ages 2-5 and their caregivers \nWhen: Mondays\, 10-11:30 am\, 1/26-3/23; no group 2/16 \nWhere: 640 Washington Street\, Brighton\, MA 02135\, Downstairs in the New Balance Room \nRegister at: tfaforms.com/5206623 \nContact: Bing Jiang\, bjiang@familynurturing.org
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/math-everywhere-playgroup-2/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bing Jiang":MAILTO:bjiang@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260105T200947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T152943Z
UID:10001523-1770373800-1770377400@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Bilingual Baby/Toddler Playgroup (FNC Allston-Brighton)
DESCRIPTION:What: A parent-child playgroup with songs\, games\, and activities to support your young child’s development. Facilitated in English and Spanish. \nAprenderemos canciones\, juegos y actividades para apoyer el desarrollo de tu bebé. \nWhen: Fridays\, 10:30-11:30 AM \nWhere: 640 Washington Street\, Brighton \nWho: Allston-Brighton families with children 0-24 months old \nContact: Sandra McCarthy\, smccarthy@familynurturing.org or 857-230-3523. Please register at tfaforms.com/5182289. \nOur amazing FNC Allston-Brighton facilitators\, Elayne and Sandra\, have planned fun activities for their playgroups this month. Please register for only one playgroup per facilitator.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/bilingual-baby-toddler-playgroup-3/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:FNC Allston-Brighton\, 640 Washington Street\, Suite 103\, Brighton\, MA\, 02135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra McCarthy":MAILTO:smccarthy@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260120T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203932Z
UID:10001570-1770372000-1770379200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Little Sprouts Playgroup (Dorchester)
DESCRIPTION:A playgroup for the littlest learners! Come join in with other families by enjoying some playful moments that your children learns and develops through play. \nWhen: Fridays\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere: FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA 02122 \nContact: Tyisha Blidgen\, tblidgen@familynurturing.org\, 617-474-1143 x327 \nRegistration for this playgroup is currently full. Please contact Tyisha for more information or to get on a waitlist for upcoming playgroups.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/little-sprouts-playgroup/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20251205T190003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191723Z
UID:10001449-1770372000-1770379200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Bilingual Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:We will learn songs\, games\, and activities to support your young child’s development. Facilitated in English and Spanish.  \nAprenderemos canciones\, juegos y actividades para apoyar el desarrollo de tu bebé. Facilitado en inglés y español. \nWhen/cuando: Fridays\, 10 am – 12 pm\, January 16 – March 13. Viernes\, 16 de Enero – 13 de Marzo\, 10 am – 12 pm \nWhere/dónde: 215-217 Garfield Ave\, Hyde Park\, MA 02136 \nWho/quién: Hyde Park families with children aged 1-4 (siblings welcome). Familias de Hyde Park con niños de 1 a 4 años (hermanos bienvenidos) \nContact to Register/contacto para registrarse: Nora Arara\, narara@familynurturing.org or (857)230-9036
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/bilingual-playgroup-2/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:FNC Hyde Park\, 215-217 Garfield Avenue\, Hyde Park\, MA\, 02136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Playgroups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nora Arara":MAILTO:narara@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133944
CREATED:20260109T212033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T213817Z
UID:10001556-1770314400-1770318000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Clases de inglès / English as a Second Language
DESCRIPTION:Aprende inglés. Gana confianza. Construye comunidad. Ven a mejorar tu inglés\, hacer nuevos amigos y abrir puertas a nuevas oportunidades. \n¡No se necesita experiencia previa en inglés!  \nLugar: Revival Chelsea\, 278 Broadway\, Chelsea\, MA \nLas clases de inglés finalizan el 9 de abril de 2026. \n\nLearn English. Gain confidence. Build community. Come improve your English\, make new friends\, and open doors to new opportunities.\n\nNo prior English experience is necessary! English classes end on April 9\, 2026.
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/clases-de-ingles-english-as-a-second-language-2/2026-02-05/
LOCATION:FNC Chelsea Community Connections\, 113 Hawthorne Street\, Chelsea\, MA\, 02150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Engagement Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angelica Lopez":MAILTO:alopez@familynurturing.org
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