Family Nurturing Center

Bilingual Baby Summer Playgroup (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-17 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-24 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Our amazing facilitators, Elayne and Nelva, have planned fun activities for their playgroups this month. Please register for only one playgroup per facilitator.
Nuestras increíbles facilitadoras Elayne y Nelva han planeado actividades divertidas para sus grupos de juego este mes. Regístrese solo para un grupo de juego por facilitador.

Who: Allston-Brighton kids age 0-12 months
When: Fridays 10:30 am – 11:30 am, July 10th – August 21st, 2026
Where: 640 Washington Street, Brighton, 02135 (New Balance Room, Downstairs)
What: We will learn songs, games, and activities to support your young child’s development.
Aprenderemos canciones, juegos y actividades para apoyar el desarrollo de tu bebé.
Questions? Reach out to Nelva: nquinterovelasco@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225196

STEAM Playgroup (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-27 10:30 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Who: Allston-Brighton kids age 3-6 years old, siblings are welcome
When: Mondays 10:30 am – 11:30 am, July 13th – August 17th, 2026
Where: 640 Washington Street, Brighton, 02135 (New Balance Room, Downstairs)
What: Discover the fun of STEAM with hands-on activities for the whole family
Questions? Reach out to Bing: bjiang@familynurturing.org
Registration: Please register online at tfaforms.com/5224457

Tinker Playgroup (FNC Hyde Park)
2026-07-13 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-07-20 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-07-27 16:30 - 17:30 | FNC Hyde Park, 215-217 Garfield Avenue, Hyde Park, MA, 02136, United States
Tinker Playgroup, Mondays 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm, June 15 – July 27, Roslindale Public Library

Join us for a FREE 6-week playgroup to play and learn together. Meet new friends and practice important STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) skills for young children ages 2-5 years old.
Contact: Nora Arara, narara@familynurturing.org
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Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup (FNC Hyde Park)
2026-07-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-28 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup, Tuesdays 10 am – 11:30 am, July 7 – August 25

Connect with other caregivers and learn to support your young child’s development through play. Free for infants (ages 3-12 months) with a parent/caregiver. All languages welcome. Space is limited! First come, first served.
Contact: Sylvia Toruño Melville, storuno@familynurturing.org
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Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-14 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Tuesday 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 14th at Rogers Park​
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 15th at Hardiman Playground
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191

Mind Matters (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-29 10:00 - 12:00 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
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.
Please 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.
(Learn more about Mind Matters and other programs on our Parenting Education page, or fill out an interest form here.)

Playgroup in the Park (FNC Hyde Park)
2026-07-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-29 10:00 - 12:00 | FNC Hyde Park, 215-217 Garfield Avenue, Hyde Park, MA, 02136, United States
Playgroup in the Park, Wednesdays 10 am – 12 pm, June 17 – August 19, John T Moynihan Spray Deck

Come join FNC Hyde Park and BFEN for a fun outdoor summer playgroup for children ages 1-4 and their parents/caregivers!

Contact: Nora Arara, narara@familynurturing.org

or fill out this form

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-16 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Thursday, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 16th at Hardiman Playground​
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191

Bilingual Playgroup (FNC Hyde Park)
2026-07-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-31 10:00 - 12:00 | FNC Hyde Park, 215-217 Garfield Avenue, Hyde Park, MA, 02136, United States
Bilingual Playgroup, Fridays 10 am – 12 pm, June 26 – August 21, 215-217 Garfield Ave, Hyde Park

We will learn songs, games, and activities to support your young child’s development. Facilitated in English and Spanish. Aprenderemos canciones, juegos y actividades para apoyar el desarrollo de tu bebé. Facilitado en inglés y español.
Contact: Nora Arara, narara@familynurturing.org
or fill out this form

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Tuesday 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 21th at Rogers Park​
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-22 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 22th at Hardiman Playground
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-23 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Thursday, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 23th at Hardiman Playground​
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-28 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Tuesday 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 28th at Rogers Park​
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-29 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 29th at Hardiman Playground
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-07-30 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Best buddies on the go!

Who: All Allston-Brighton families with children are welcome!
When and Where: Thursday, 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting July 30th at Hardiman Playground​
What: Sensory play, circle time songs and games
Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; ebaskin@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5225191
