Week of Events
Monday, October 20, 2025
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Featured October 20, 2025 -Featured 3-Day Nurturing Fathers’ Programâ„¢ Facilitator Training
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October 20, 2025 -Tinker Playgroups
3-Day Nurturing Fathers’ Programâ„¢ Facilitator Training
Register today at bit.ly/FNC3DayFathersOct! Our interactive 3-day Nurturing Fathers’ Facilitator Training teaches the values, philosophy, & constructs of the Nurturing Fathers' Programâ„¢. Ideal for new parent educators as well as those with experience who are new to Mark Perlman's Nurturing Fathers’ curriculum. Specific topics include: behavior management, personal power, effective communication, family support principles, and […]
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 21, 2025
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Featured October 21, 2025 -Featured 3-Day Nurturing Fathers’ Programâ„¢ Facilitator Training
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October 21, 2025 -Wonderful Ones Playgroup
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October 21, 2025 -Breakthrough Parenting
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October 21, 2025 -Wonderful Ones Playgroup
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Virtual EventOctober 21, 2025 -Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ (Online Program for English Speakers)
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Virtual EventOctober 21, 2025 -El Programa para Padres Cariñososâ„¢ – Programa Virtual en Español
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Featured October 21, 2025 -Featured FNC Hyde Park Heritage Celebration / Celebracion de la Herencia
3-Day Nurturing Fathers’ Programâ„¢ Facilitator Training
Register today at bit.ly/FNC3DayFathersOct! Our interactive 3-day Nurturing Fathers’ Facilitator Training teaches the values, philosophy, & constructs of the Nurturing Fathers' Programâ„¢. Ideal for new parent educators as well as those with experience who are new to Mark Perlman's Nurturing Fathers’ curriculum. Specific topics include: behavior management, personal power, effective communication, family support principles, and […]
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 […]
Breakthrough Parenting
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. Contact your DCF Lead Agency to refer a parent or inquire about registration for this program. Note that […]
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 […]
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 […]
FNC Hyde Park Heritage Celebration / Celebracion de la Herencia
Put on your cutest costumes / Traditional clothes and join the fun! Nothing scary, violent, or offensive, please. Contact: narara@familynurturing.org ¡VÃstete con tus disfraces/ropa tradicional más lindos y únete a la diversión! Nada de terror violencia ni ofensa, por favor. Contacte a: ysoto@familynurturing.org
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
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Featured October 22, 2025 -Featured 3-Day Nurturing Fathers’ Programâ„¢ Facilitator Training
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October 22, 2025 -Preschool Playgroup
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Featured October 22, 2025 -Featured Mind Matters (FNC Allston-Brighton)
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October 22, 2025 -Terrific Twos Playgroup
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October 22, 2025 -Nurturing Parenting® Program: Neighborhood Community Program in Spanish & English
3-Day Nurturing Fathers’ Programâ„¢ Facilitator Training
Register today at bit.ly/FNC3DayFathersOct! Our interactive 3-day Nurturing Fathers’ Facilitator Training teaches the values, philosophy, & constructs of the Nurturing Fathers' Programâ„¢. Ideal for new parent educators as well as those with experience who are new to Mark Perlman's Nurturing Fathers’ curriculum. Specific topics include: behavior management, personal power, effective communication, family support principles, and […]
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 […]
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 23, 2025
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October 23, 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 24, 2025
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October 24, 2025 -Bilingual Playgroup
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October 24, 2025 -Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup
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October 24, 2025 -Outdoor Bilingual Baby/Toddler Playgroup
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 25, 2025
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Featured October 25, 2025 -Featured Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat
This annual walk-through Halloween event for children and families is a highlight of the year at FNC Dorchester, with games, treats, dancing, and a prize for the best-decorated car. Put on your cutest costume and join the fun! To learn more or sign up for a parking spot, contact Tyisha Blidgen: tblidgen@familynurturing.org.
Sunday, October 26, 2025
No events on this day.