Week of Events
Monday, October 13, 2025
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October 13, 2025 -Tinker Playgroups
Tinker Playgroups
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. WHEN: September 8 - October 20, 2025, Mondays, 4:30 - 5:30 PM WHERE: Roslindale Public Library, 4246 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131 […]
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
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October 14, 2025 -Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English)
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October 14, 2025 -Wonderful Ones Playgroup
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October 14, 2025 -Wonderful Ones Playgroup
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October 14, 2025 -Infant Massage Workshop
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Virtual EventOctober 14, 2025 -Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ (Online Program for English Speakers)
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Virtual EventOctober 14, 2025 -El Programa para Padres Cariñososâ„¢ – Programa Virtual en Español
Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English)
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 Tuesdays and in Spanish on Wednesdays. To register, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org.
Wonderful Ones Playgroup
Who: Allston-Brighton families with children 12-24 months (baby siblings welcome!) When: Tuesdays in October, 10 - 11:30 am Where: Harvard Ed Portal (224 Western Ave, Allston; parking in the rear and on the street) What:Â Engaging experiences for caregivers and their children. Group circle time with songs and more hands-on activities. Facilitated in English; all languages […]
Wonderful Ones Playgroup
Who: Allston-Brighton families with children 12-24 months (baby siblings welcome!) When: Tuesdays, 10-11:30 AM Where: Harvard Ed Portal (224 Western Ave, Allston; parking in the rear and on the street) What: Engaging experiences for caregivers and their children. Group circle time with songs and more hands-on activities. Facilitated in English; all languages welcome. Questions? Call or text […]
Infant Massage Workshop
Join us for three free sessions for infants (0-12 months) and caregivers together. Discover the amazing benefits of infant massage Build a stronger bond with your baby Help calm your baby, regulate your baby's sleep, and reduce stress levels When: Tuesdays, September 30, October 7 & 14, 2025, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Where: Roslindale […]
Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ (Online Program for English Speakers)
The Nurturing Fathers' Programâ„¢ offers men the tools they need to become the fathers they choose to be. Registration is open statewide for this online program conducted in English. 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 Registration […]
El Programa para Padres Cariñososâ„¢ – Programa Virtual en Español
El programa para padres cariñososâ„¢ ofrece a los hombres las habilidades que necesitan para convertirse en los padres que desean ser. Cultivar habilidades de crianza Comprender el desarrollo infantil saludable Desarrollar expectativas apropiadas para los niños Practicar la disciplina con dignidad Aprenda de otros papás en un espacio grupal sin prejuicios La inscripción está cerrada […]
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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October 15, 2025 -Preschool Playgroup
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October 15, 2025 -Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish)
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Featured October 15, 2025 -Featured Mind Matters (FNC Allston-Brighton)
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October 15, 2025 -Terrific Twos Playgroup
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October 15, 2025 -Nurturing Parenting® Program: Neighborhood Community Program in Spanish & English
Preschool Playgroup
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. WHEN: Wednesdays, September 10-November 19, 2025 10 AM - 12 PM WHERE: FNC Hyde Park, 215-217 Garfield Avenue, Hyde Park, MA 02136 […]
Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish)
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 martes y los miércoles grupo bilingue en español e inglés. Free for children aged 1-4 […]
Mind Matters (FNC Allston-Brighton)
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 […]
Terrific Twos Playgroup
Who: Allston-Brighton families with two-year-olds (baby siblings welcome!) When: Wednesdays in October, 10:30 am - 12 pm Where: Josephine Fiorentino Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA 02135 What: Engaging experiences for caregivers and their children. Group circle time with songs and more hands-on activities. Facilitated in English; all languages welcome. Questions? Call or text Elayne: 617-365-3941; […]
Nurturing Parenting® Program: Neighborhood Community Program in Spanish & English
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 Un programa de educación y apoyo diseñado para que los padres y […]
Thursday, October 16, 2025
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October 16, 2025 -Preschool Playgroup
Preschool Playgroup
Who: Allston-Brighton families with children 3-4 years old (baby siblings welcome!) When: Thursdays in October, 10:30 am - 12 pm Where: Josephine Fiorentino Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA 02135 What: Engaging experiences for caregivers and their children. Group circle time with songs and more hands-on activities. Facilitated in English; all languages welcome. Questions? Call or […]
Friday, October 17, 2025
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October 17, 2025 -Effective Group Facilitation
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October 17, 2025 -Bilingual Playgroup
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October 17, 2025 -Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup
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October 17, 2025 -Outdoor Bilingual Baby/Toddler Playgroup
Effective Group Facilitation
This day-long training is intended for staff who work at Massachusetts Family Resource Centers (FRCs). Please email Paul N. Toruño Melville, FNC's Director of Training, with any questions: pmelville@familynurturing.org. Location: Holyoke, MA Language: English
Bilingual Playgroup
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. When/cuando: Fridays, 10 am - 12 pm, September 12 - November 21. Viernes, 12 de septiembre - 21 de […]
Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup
Connect with other caregivers and learn to support your young child's development through play. Free for infants (aged 3-6 months) with a parent/caregiver. Older siblings and all languages welcome (facilitated in English). To register, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org.
Outdoor Bilingual Baby/Toddler Playgroup
What: A parent-child playgroup with songs, games, and activities to support your young child's development. Facilitated in English and Spanish. Aprenderemos canciones, juegos y actividades para apoyer el desarrollo de tu bebé. When: Fridays, 10:30-11:30 AM Where: 640 Washington Street, Brighton (Outside on the Lawn!) Who: Allston-Brighton families with children 0-24 months old Contact: Sandra […]
Saturday, October 18, 2025
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Featured October 18, 2025 -Featured FNC Allston-Brighton Dress Up Celebration
FNC Allston-Brighton Dress Up Celebration
Put on your cutest costumes and join the fun at FNC Allston-Brighton's annual Dress Up Celebration! (Nothing scary, violent, or offensive, please.) Snacks and fun activities will be provided. Join us outside on the lawn at FNC Allston-Brighton for a festive community celebration for the whole family: 640 Washington Street, Brighton, MA 02135.
Sunday, October 19, 2025
No events on this day.