Mind Matters (en español)
2025-04-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Mind Matters son unas series de talleres que proporcionar recursos educativos & apoyo comunitario para familias de Allston-Brighton y sus niños al fomentar el aprendizaje en casa.
Una serie de talleres de 10 sesiones para padres. La participacion es GRATUITA.
Aprenda estrategias para fomentar el desarrollo y aprendizaje de sus niños en el hogar y en la escuela.
Desarrollado por la Universidad de Harvard con base a la investigacion avanzada del cerebro en el crecimiento socio-emocional e intelectual de los niños.
Las sesiones incluyen actividades manuales, mini-conferencias, y videos.
Discusiones de grupo y apoyo de la comunidad con otras familias.
Cuando: Desde Marzo 19 al 4 de Junio de 10am-12pm
Donde: (No clases Abril 23)
Harvard Ed Portal, 224 Western Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134 Proveeremos cuidado de niños y desayuno!
Para mas informacion y para registrarse, por favor contacte a: Sandra McCarthy at smccarthy@familynurturing.org or 857-230-3523.
(Learn more about Mind Matters and other programs on our Parenting Education page, or fill out an interest form here.)

Preschool Playgroup
2025-04-02 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-04-09 10:30 - 12:00 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Who: Allston-Brighton families with children 2.5-4 years old (baby siblings welcome)
When: Wednesday mornings from 10:30 am – 12 pm (no group April 23rd)
Where: Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Allston, 02134 (Off Western Ave.; limited street parking; Bus #86)
What: Child-centered free play activities, art, sensory, music, movement, and more!
Questions? Call or text Elayne! 617-365-3941
Our 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.

Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ for Haitian Creole speakers
2025-04-02 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-04-09 17:30 - 19:30
This ongoing program is closed to new referrals from the second week on. Looking for a parenting class? Fill out an interest form here or, if you’re a provider, make a referral here.
The Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ offers men the tools they need to become the fathers they choose to be.

Build nurturing skills
Understand healthy child development
Develop appropriate expectations for children
Practice discipline with dignity
Learn from other dads in a nonjudgmental group space

Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ (Hyde Park DCF)
2025-04-02 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-04-09 17:30 - 19:30
This ongoing program is closed to new referrals from the second week on. Looking for a parenting class? You can fill out an interest form here, or if you’re a provider, refer a family here.
The Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ offers men the tools they need to become the fathers they choose to be.

Build nurturing skills
Understand healthy child development
Develop appropriate expectations for children
Practice discipline with dignity
Learn from other dads in a nonjudgmental group space

Family Nurturing Parenting® Program (Jackson Square DCF)
2025-04-02 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-04-09 17:30 - 20:00 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
Please note that pre-registration is required for this ongoing program. You can fill out an interest form here, or if you’re a provider, refer a family here.
An education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together.

Nationally recognized family systems curriculum
Age-appropriate groups, lessons, and activities
Supportive group structure

Learn and practice:

Parenting skill building
Learning about child development
Conflict resolution strategies
Positive discipline techniques

3-Day Nurturing Families Facilitator Training
2025-04-03 09:00 - 16:00 | MA
This interactive training is the ideal starting place for new parent educators, as well as those with experience who are new to Dr. Stephen Bavolek’s Nurturing Parenting® Programs. Specific topics include behavior management, personal power, effective communication, family support principles, and the building of a positive self-concept. The training also addresses implementation and the whys and hows of family engagement.
This training will take place at the Seven Hills Child & Family Behavioral Health Center, 135 Gold Star Blvd, Worcester, MA 01606.

Family Fun
2025-04-03 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-04-10 10:30 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Who: Allston-Brighton families with one to three children under four years old. Mommy, me, and sibling makes three!
What: Art & Sensory, Gross motor and construction, music, movement and more.
Where: Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Allston, 02134. (Off Western Ave.; limited street parking; Bus #86)
When: Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 am
Questions? Contact Elayne Baskin at ebaskin@familynurturing.org or 617-365-3941

Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ (Park Street DCF)
2025-04-03 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-04-10 17:30 - 19:30 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States

Bilingual Nurturing Parenting® Program in Spanish & English (Chelsea DCF)
2025-04-03 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-04-10 17:30 - 20:00 | MA
This ongoing event is closed to new referrals from the second week on. Looking for a parenting class? You can fill out an interest form here, or if you’re a provider, refer a family here.
This program will be held in-person at the DCF Harbor Area Office, 80 Everett Avenue #100, Chelsea, MA 02150.
An education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together.

Nationally recognized family systems curriculum
Age-appropriate groups, lessons, and activities
Supportive group structure

Learn and practice:

Parenting skill building
Learning about child development
Conflict resolution strategies
Positive discipline techniques

Virtual Nurturing Fathers’ Program™
2025-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 | https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/virtual-nurturing-fathers-program/2025-04-03/

Winter Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish)
2025-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
Gratis para niños de 1 a 4 años con un padre/cuidador. Hermanos menores y todos los idiomas son bienvenidos. Aprender actividades divertidas con su hijo: hora del cuento, artes y manualidades, música y movimiento, y más. Facilitado en inglés los miércoles y los viernes grupo bilingue en español e inglés.

Free for children aged 1-4 with a parent/caregiver. Younger siblings & all languages are welcome. Share fun activities with your child: storytime, arts and crafts, music, movement, and more! Facilitated in English on Wednesdays and in Spanish on Fridays.
Please register online, or contact Marisela Blanco: mblanco@familynurturing.org | 617-474-1143 x335

Bilingual Baby/Toddler Playgroup
2025-04-04 10:30 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Description: A parent-child playgroup with songs, games, and activities to support your young child’s development.
Facilitator: Sandra McCarthy
Ages: 0-24 Months
Date: Fridays
Time: 10:30-11:30 am
Location: 640 Washington Street, Brighton (Downstairs in the New Balance Community Room)
Our 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.

The 2025 Families, Friends, Future Gala Honoring Dr. J. Keith Motley & Mrs. Angela Motley
2025-04-04 17:00 - 21:00 | MA

Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup
2025-04-05 10:00 - 12:00 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
A playgroup for the littlest learners! Connect with other caregivers and learn to support your young child’s development through play. Free for infants (aged 0-18 months) with a parent/caregiver. Older siblings and all languages are welcome (facilitated in English).

Tools for Tiny Hands Playgroup
2025-04-07 08:00 - 17:00 | FNC Hyde Park, 215-217 Garfield Avenue, Hyde Park, MA, 02136, United States
Join us for this free in-person playgroup for children 2 to 5 years old and their adults. Learn ideas to help your child develop and practice their fine motor skills. Facilitated in English.
Held at the Roslindale Public Library: 4246 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131.

Let's Grow Together!
2025-04-07 10:00 - 11:30 | FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Suite 103, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
What: Engaging your child’s developmental skills through arts, crafts, and fun play.
Who: Allston-Brighton kids and parents, ages 2-5 (younger siblings are welcome)
When: Monday mornings, 10 – 11:30 am, March 11-May 5 (no group April 21)
Where: FNC Allston-Brighton, 640 Washington Street, Brighton, MA 02135 in the New Balance community rooms.
Questions? Contact Bing Jiang at bjiang@familynurturing.org, or Sandra McCarthy at smccarthy@familynurturing.org or 857-230-3523

Nurturing Parenting® Program Graduation
2025-04-07 17:30 - 20:00 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
The final session of this Nurturing Parenting Program celebrates the commitment, accomplishment, and growth of all participants with a festive meal and certificates of completion. Congratulations!

Breakthrough Parenting
2025-04-08 10:00 - 12:00 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
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.
This ongoing program is closed to new referrals from the second week on. Looking for a parenting class? Fill out an interest form here or, if you’re a provider, make a referral here.

Nurturing Parenting® Program for Cape Verdean Families
2025-04-08 17:30 - 20:00 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
This ongoing program is closed to new referrals from the second week on. Looking for a parenting class? Fill out an interest form here or, if you’re a provider, make a referral here.
This education and support program is designed for parents and their children to experience together.

Um programa de educaçāo e apoio projetado para pais e filhos experimentarem juntos.

Learn:

Positive discipline techniques
Conflict resolution strategies
Healthy child development
Appropriate expectations for children

Practice:

Respect and cooperation
Creating a loving and disciplined home
Appropriate family roles
Supporting children’s power and independence

Dinner and Transportation provided.

Aprender:

Técnicas de disciplina positiva
Estratégias de resoluçāo de conflitos
Desenvolvemento infantil saudável
Expectativas apropriadas para as crianças

Prática:

Respeito e cooperaçāo
Criando um lar amoroso e disciplinado
Papéis familiares apropriados
Apoiando a independência das crianças

Oferecemos Jantar e Transporte Grátis

Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English)
2025-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 | FNC Hyde Park, 215-217 Garfield Avenue, Hyde Park, MA, 02136, United States
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.
Contact Nora Arara to register: narara@familynurturing.org or (857) 230-9036.

Spring Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English)
2025-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 | FNC Dorchester, 200 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122, United States
Free for children aged 1-4 with a parent/caregiver. Younger siblings & all languages are welcome. Share fun activities with your child: storytime, arts and crafts, music, movement, and more! Facilitated in English on Wednesdays and in Spanish on Fridays.
Please register online, or contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org.

Virtual Nurturing Fathers’ Program™
2025-04-10 18:00 - 20:00 | https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/virtual-nurturing-fathers-program/2025-04-10/
