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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/2026-01-21/
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:20260121T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20251205T190543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191658Z
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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-5/2026-01-21/
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:20260121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T154546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T212247Z
UID:10001285-1768989600-1768996800@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/2026-01-21/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260105T200544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191221Z
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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-2-2/2026-01-20/
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:20260119T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20251205T185616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T210600Z
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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/2026-01-19/
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:20260116T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260105T200947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T152943Z
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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-3/2026-01-16/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260120T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203932Z
UID:10001567-1768557600-1768564800@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/2026-01-16/
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:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20251205T190003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191723Z
UID:10001446-1768557600-1768564800@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-2/2026-01-16/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260105T200456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191605Z
UID:10001507-1768473000-1768478400@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-6/2026-01-15/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260120T182129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204028Z
UID:10001603-1768471200-1768478400@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/2026-01-15/
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:20260114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T174259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T174259Z
UID:10001401-1768411800-1768420800@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Nurturing Parenting® Program: Neighborhood Community Program in Spanish & English
DESCRIPTION:An education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together. \n\nNationally recognized family systems curriculum\nAge-appropriate groups\, lessons\, and activities\nSupportive group structure\n\nLearn and practice: \n\nParenting skill building\nLearning about child development\nConflict resolution strategies\nPositive discipline techniques\n\nUn programa de educación y apoyo diseñado para que los padres y sus hijos experimenten juntos. \n\nPlan de estudios de sistemas familiares reconocido a nivel nacional\nGrupos\, lecciones y actividades apropiados para la edad\nEstructura de grupo de apoyo\n\nPara familias que se beneficiarían de: \n\nDesarrollo de habilidades para padres\nAprender sobre el desarrollo infantil\nEstrategias de resolución de conflictos\nTécnicas de disciplina positiva\n\nRegistration is closed for this ongoing class from the second week on. / La inscripción está cerrada para esta clase en curso a partir de la segunda semana.\n \nQuestions? Contact Rosina Guerrero: rguerrero@familynurturing.org\, (617) 474-1143 x240
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/nurturing-parenting-program-neighborhood-community-program-in-spanish-english-2/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosina Guerrero":MAILTO:rguerrero@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260105T200240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191516Z
UID:10001497-1768386600-1768392000@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-2/2026-01-14/
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:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260120T181045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204107Z
UID:10001579-1768384800-1768392000@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/2026-01-14/
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:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20251205T190543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191658Z
UID:10001437-1768384800-1768392000@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-5/2026-01-14/
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:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T154546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T212247Z
UID:10001284-1768384800-1768392000@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/2026-01-14/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T174351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T174351Z
UID:10001425-1768298400-1768305600@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Breakthrough Parenting
DESCRIPTION:This 12-week parenting class teaches strategies and techniques for positive childrearing. Learn how to move from struggle to cooperation as a family and gain understanding of your child’s development\, all within a supportive\, compassionate small group setting. \nRegistration for this ongoing class is closed from the second week on.  \nNote that registration for this class must be completed through the DCF Virtual Gateway system. Please do not fill out an FNC intake form for this class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact: Remetrious Rogers\, M.S.\, Patch Coordinator/CBPI\, rrogers@familynurturing.org\, 857-220-2635
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/breakthrough-parenting-2-2/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Remetrious Rogers":MAILTO:rrogers@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260105T200544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191221Z
UID:10001486-1768298400-1768303800@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-2-2/2026-01-13/
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:20260112T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20251205T185616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T210600Z
UID:10001428-1768235400-1768239000@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/2026-01-12/
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:20260109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260120T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203932Z
UID:10001566-1767952800-1767960000@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/2026-01-09/
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:20260108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260120T182129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204028Z
UID:10001602-1767866400-1767873600@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/2026-01-08/
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:20260107T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T174259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T174259Z
UID:10001400-1767807000-1767816000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Nurturing Parenting® Program: Neighborhood Community Program in Spanish & English
DESCRIPTION:An education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together. \n\nNationally recognized family systems curriculum\nAge-appropriate groups\, lessons\, and activities\nSupportive group structure\n\nLearn and practice: \n\nParenting skill building\nLearning about child development\nConflict resolution strategies\nPositive discipline techniques\n\nUn programa de educación y apoyo diseñado para que los padres y sus hijos experimenten juntos. \n\nPlan de estudios de sistemas familiares reconocido a nivel nacional\nGrupos\, lecciones y actividades apropiados para la edad\nEstructura de grupo de apoyo\n\nPara familias que se beneficiarían de: \n\nDesarrollo de habilidades para padres\nAprender sobre el desarrollo infantil\nEstrategias de resolución de conflictos\nTécnicas de disciplina positiva\n\nRegistration is closed for this ongoing class from the second week on. / La inscripción está cerrada para esta clase en curso a partir de la segunda semana.\n \nQuestions? Contact Rosina Guerrero: rguerrero@familynurturing.org\, (617) 474-1143 x240
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/nurturing-parenting-program-neighborhood-community-program-in-spanish-english-2/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosina Guerrero":MAILTO:rguerrero@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260105T200240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191516Z
UID:10001496-1767781800-1767787200@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-2/2026-01-07/
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:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260120T181045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204107Z
UID:10001578-1767780000-1767787200@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/2026-01-07/
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:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T154546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T212247Z
UID:10001283-1767780000-1767787200@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/2026-01-07/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T174351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T174351Z
UID:10001424-1767693600-1767700800@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Breakthrough Parenting
DESCRIPTION:This 12-week parenting class teaches strategies and techniques for positive childrearing. Learn how to move from struggle to cooperation as a family and gain understanding of your child’s development\, all within a supportive\, compassionate small group setting. \nRegistration for this ongoing class is closed from the second week on.  \nNote that registration for this class must be completed through the DCF Virtual Gateway system. Please do not fill out an FNC intake form for this class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact: Remetrious Rogers\, M.S.\, Patch Coordinator/CBPI\, rrogers@familynurturing.org\, 857-220-2635
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/breakthrough-parenting-2-2/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Remetrious Rogers":MAILTO:rrogers@familynurturing.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20260105T200544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191221Z
UID:10001484-1767693600-1767699000@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-2-2/2026-01-06/
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:20251231T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T174259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T174259Z
UID:10001399-1767202200-1767211200@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Nurturing Parenting® Program: Neighborhood Community Program in Spanish & English
DESCRIPTION:An education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together. \n\nNationally recognized family systems curriculum\nAge-appropriate groups\, lessons\, and activities\nSupportive group structure\n\nLearn and practice: \n\nParenting skill building\nLearning about child development\nConflict resolution strategies\nPositive discipline techniques\n\nUn programa de educación y apoyo diseñado para que los padres y sus hijos experimenten juntos. \n\nPlan de estudios de sistemas familiares reconocido a nivel nacional\nGrupos\, lecciones y actividades apropiados para la edad\nEstructura de grupo de apoyo\n\nPara familias que se beneficiarían de: \n\nDesarrollo de habilidades para padres\nAprender sobre el desarrollo infantil\nEstrategias de resolución de conflictos\nTécnicas de disciplina positiva\n\nRegistration is closed for this ongoing class from the second week on. / La inscripción está cerrada para esta clase en curso a partir de la segunda semana.\n \nQuestions? Contact Rosina Guerrero: rguerrero@familynurturing.org\, (617) 474-1143 x240
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/nurturing-parenting-program-neighborhood-community-program-in-spanish-english-2/2025-12-31/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosina Guerrero":MAILTO:rguerrero@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T154546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T212247Z
UID:10001282-1767175200-1767182400@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/2025-12-31/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T174351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T174351Z
UID:10001423-1767088800-1767096000@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Breakthrough Parenting
DESCRIPTION:This 12-week parenting class teaches strategies and techniques for positive childrearing. Learn how to move from struggle to cooperation as a family and gain understanding of your child’s development\, all within a supportive\, compassionate small group setting. \nRegistration for this ongoing class is closed from the second week on.  \nNote that registration for this class must be completed through the DCF Virtual Gateway system. Please do not fill out an FNC intake form for this class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact: Remetrious Rogers\, M.S.\, Patch Coordinator/CBPI\, rrogers@familynurturing.org\, 857-220-2635
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/breakthrough-parenting-2-2/2025-12-30/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Remetrious Rogers":MAILTO:rrogers@familynurturing.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184103
CREATED:20250923T174259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T174259Z
UID:10001398-1766597400-1766606400@familynurturing.org
SUMMARY:Nurturing Parenting® Program: Neighborhood Community Program in Spanish & English
DESCRIPTION:An education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together. \n\nNationally recognized family systems curriculum\nAge-appropriate groups\, lessons\, and activities\nSupportive group structure\n\nLearn and practice: \n\nParenting skill building\nLearning about child development\nConflict resolution strategies\nPositive discipline techniques\n\nUn programa de educación y apoyo diseñado para que los padres y sus hijos experimenten juntos. \n\nPlan de estudios de sistemas familiares reconocido a nivel nacional\nGrupos\, lecciones y actividades apropiados para la edad\nEstructura de grupo de apoyo\n\nPara familias que se beneficiarían de: \n\nDesarrollo de habilidades para padres\nAprender sobre el desarrollo infantil\nEstrategias de resolución de conflictos\nTécnicas de disciplina positiva\n\nRegistration is closed for this ongoing class from the second week on. / La inscripción está cerrada para esta clase en curso a partir de la segunda semana.\n \nQuestions? Contact Rosina Guerrero: rguerrero@familynurturing.org\, (617) 474-1143 x240
URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/nurturing-parenting-program-neighborhood-community-program-in-spanish-english-2/2025-12-24/
LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parenting Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosina Guerrero":MAILTO:rguerrero@familynurturing.org
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