Family Nurturing Center

Playgroup in the Park (FNC Hyde Park)
2026-08-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Bilingual Playgroup (FNC Hyde Park)
2026-08-21 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

Bilingual Baby Summer Playgroup (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-08-21 10:30 - 11:30 | 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

Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup (FNC Hyde Park)
2026-08-25 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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A Day of Community Connection: Resource Fair (FNC Dorchester)
2026-08-28 17:00 - 19:30 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
Our vision is simple: Community talking to Community. We want residents to connect not only with services and supports, but with the people, organizations, and fellow community members who are actively working to make our neighborhoods stronger, safer, healthier, and more connected.
Expect the day to be filled with:

Music and entertainment
Refreshments
Games and family-friendly activities
Conversations that bring neighbors, organizations, and local leaders together
Our Nurturing Teen Clothing Closet
Opportunities for authentic community connection

Address: Family Nurturing Center (Parking Lot), 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA 02122
For more info and to RSVP: Tara Register Curry, 857-220-2638, tregistercurry@familynurturing.org

Summer Outdoor Playgroups (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-09-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-23 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-30 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: Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting September 9th 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)
2026-09-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-17 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-24 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: Fridays 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting September 10th 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

Bilingual Baby Fall Playgroup (FNC Allston-Brighton)
2026-09-11 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-02 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-09 10:30 - 11:30 | 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, September 11 – October 30th, 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)
2026-09-19 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-09-26 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-10-03 10:30 - 23:30 | 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: Saturdays 10:30 am – 11:30 pm, September 19th – October 31st, 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

Playful by Nature (FNC Hyde Park)
2026-09-21 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-09-28 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-10-05 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-10-12 16:30 - 17:30 | FNC Hyde Park, 215-217 Garfield Avenue, Hyde Park, MA, 02136, United States
Offered by FNC Hyde Park in partnership with the Boston Children’s Museum

Join us for a FREE 6-week playgroup to play and learn together. Meet new friends and explore the natural world together.

Who: For young children ages 2-5 years old
When: Mondays 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm, September 21st – November 2nd, 2026
Where: Roslindale Public Library, 4246 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131
Questions? Reach out to Nora: (857) 230-9036, narara@familynurturing.org
Registration: Registration is required. Please register online at tfaforms.com/5211659

Preschool Playgroup
2026-10-01 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-10-08 10:30 - 12:00 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Join our in-person playgroup for children ages 3-4 with parents/caregivers, and learn songs, games, and activities to support your child’s development.

When and Where: Thursdays 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, starting October 1st, Josephine Fiorentino Community Center, 123 Antwerp St, Brighton, MA

Contact: Elayne Baskin, 617-365-3941, ebaskin@familynurturing.org

Registration Required! https://www.tfaforms.com/5231651“

Wonderful Ones
2026-10-06 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-13 08:00 - 17:00 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Join our in-person playgroup for children ages 12-24 months with parents/caregivers, and learn songs, games, and activities to support your child’s development.

When and Where: Tuesdays 10:00 am – 11:30 am, starting October 6th, Harvard Ed Portal, 224 Western Ave, Allston

Contact: Elayne Baskin, 617-365-3941, ebaskin@familynurturing.org

Registration Required! https://www.tfaforms.com/5231651“

Terrific Twos
2026-10-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-10-14 10:30 - 12:00 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Join our in-person playgroup for 2-year-olds with parents/caregivers, and learn songs, games, and activities to support your child’s development.

When and Where: Wednesdays 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, starting October 7th, Josephine Fiorentino Community Center, 123 Antwerp St, Brighton, MA

Contact: Elayne Baskin, 617-365-3941, ebaskin@familynurturing.org

Registration Required! https://www.tfaforms.com/5231651“
