BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Family Nurturing Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://familynurturing.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Family Nurturing Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142612 CREATED:20250908T183117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183118Z UID:10001096-1760436000-1760443200@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English) DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-english-3/2025-10-14/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20241025_143958131_iOS-e1735946913372.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142612 CREATED:20250908T184109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T184523Z UID:10001122-1760090400-1760095800@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup DESCRIPTION: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). \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/small-sprouts-infant-playgroup-2/2025-10-10/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20241025_141713285_iOS-e1757356839239.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142612 CREATED:20250908T183601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183601Z UID:10001117-1759917600-1759924800@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish) DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFree 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. \nTo register\, contact Marisela Blanco: mblanco@familynurturing.org | 617-474-1143 x335 URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-spanish/2025-10-08/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241025_142940770_iOS-e1735947136363.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marisela Blanco":MAILTO:mblanco@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142612 CREATED:20250908T183117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183118Z UID:10001095-1759831200-1759838400@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English) DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-english-3/2025-10-07/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20241025_143958131_iOS-e1735946913372.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142612 CREATED:20250908T184109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T184523Z UID:10001121-1759485600-1759491000@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup DESCRIPTION: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). \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/small-sprouts-infant-playgroup-2/2025-10-03/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20241025_141713285_iOS-e1757356839239.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142612 CREATED:20250908T183601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183601Z UID:10001116-1759312800-1759320000@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish) DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFree 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. \nTo register\, contact Marisela Blanco: mblanco@familynurturing.org | 617-474-1143 x335 URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-spanish/2025-10-01/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241025_142940770_iOS-e1735947136363.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marisela Blanco":MAILTO:mblanco@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142612 CREATED:20250916T202444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T130850Z UID:10001125-1759226400-1759233600@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Fall Open House DESCRIPTION:Friends and supporters of FNC are cordially invited to our Fall Open House. Come meet our staff and learn more about the programs you support through your giving! \nPlease join us for a tour\, refreshments\, and a brief presentation about FNC’s mission and work. Feel free to include a friend in your RSVP! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nAll guests will receive an email confirmation of this RSVP.\n\nGuest Information\n\n\nFirst Name\n\n\nLast Name\n\n\nEmail\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nreCAPTCHA helps prevent automated form spam.\n\nThe submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/fall-open-house/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Donor and Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/FNC-pm-11-warm-Copy-cropped-scaled-e1758054263984.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Valerie Bean":MAILTO:vbean@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T183117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183118Z UID:10001094-1759226400-1759233600@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English) DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-english-3/2025-09-30/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20241025_143958131_iOS-e1735946913372.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T184109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T184523Z UID:10001120-1758880800-1758886200@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup DESCRIPTION: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). \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/small-sprouts-infant-playgroup-2/2025-09-26/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20241025_141713285_iOS-e1757356839239.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T183601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183601Z UID:10001115-1758708000-1758715200@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish) DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFree 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. \nTo register\, contact Marisela Blanco: mblanco@familynurturing.org | 617-474-1143 x335 URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-spanish/2025-09-24/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241025_142940770_iOS-e1735947136363.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marisela Blanco":MAILTO:mblanco@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T183117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183118Z UID:10001093-1758621600-1758628800@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English) DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-english-3/2025-09-23/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20241025_143958131_iOS-e1735946913372.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T184109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T184523Z UID:10001119-1758276000-1758281400@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup DESCRIPTION: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). \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/small-sprouts-infant-playgroup-2/2025-09-19/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20241025_141713285_iOS-e1757356839239.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T183601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183601Z UID:10001114-1758103200-1758110400@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish) DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFree 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. \nTo register\, contact Marisela Blanco: mblanco@familynurturing.org | 617-474-1143 x335 URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-spanish/2025-09-17/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241025_142940770_iOS-e1735947136363.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marisela Blanco":MAILTO:mblanco@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T183117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183118Z UID:10001092-1758016800-1758024000@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English) DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-english-3/2025-09-16/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20241025_143958131_iOS-e1735946913372.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250918T162012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T162013Z UID:10001217-1757581200-1757606400@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:3-Day Nurturing Fathers' Program™ Facilitator Training DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event has closed. \nOur interactive 3-day Nurturing Fathers’ Facilitator Training teaches the values\, philosophy\, & constructs of the Nurturing Fathers’ Program™. 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 the building of a positive self-concept. The training also addresses Nurturing Fathers’ Program implementation and the whys and hows of father engagement. \nThis training is intended for Massachusetts DCF\, Community Connections\, and FRC Staff. Please email Paul N. Toruño Melville\, FNC’s Director of Training\, with any questions: pmelville@familynurturing.org. \nLocation: FNC Dorchester \n  URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/3-day-nurturing-fathers-program-facilitator-training-2/2025-09-11/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Trainings and Technical Assistance ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Melville":MAILTO:pmelville@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T183601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183601Z UID:10001113-1757498400-1757505600@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish) DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFree 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. \nTo register\, contact Marisela Blanco: mblanco@familynurturing.org | 617-474-1143 x335 URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-spanish/2025-09-10/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241025_142940770_iOS-e1735947136363.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marisela Blanco":MAILTO:mblanco@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250918T162012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T162013Z UID:10001216-1757494800-1757520000@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:3-Day Nurturing Fathers' Program™ Facilitator Training DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event has closed. \nOur interactive 3-day Nurturing Fathers’ Facilitator Training teaches the values\, philosophy\, & constructs of the Nurturing Fathers’ Program™. 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 the building of a positive self-concept. The training also addresses Nurturing Fathers’ Program implementation and the whys and hows of father engagement. \nThis training is intended for Massachusetts DCF\, Community Connections\, and FRC Staff. Please email Paul N. Toruño Melville\, FNC’s Director of Training\, with any questions: pmelville@familynurturing.org. \nLocation: FNC Dorchester \n  URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/3-day-nurturing-fathers-program-facilitator-training-2/2025-09-10/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Trainings and Technical Assistance ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Melville":MAILTO:pmelville@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250908T183117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183118Z UID:10001091-1757412000-1757419200@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English) DESCRIPTION: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. \nTo register\, contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-english-3/2025-09-09/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20241025_143958131_iOS-e1735946913372.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250918T162012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T162013Z UID:10001215-1757408400-1757433600@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:3-Day Nurturing Fathers' Program™ Facilitator Training DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event has closed. \nOur interactive 3-day Nurturing Fathers’ Facilitator Training teaches the values\, philosophy\, & constructs of the Nurturing Fathers’ Program™. 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 the building of a positive self-concept. The training also addresses Nurturing Fathers’ Program implementation and the whys and hows of father engagement. \nThis training is intended for Massachusetts DCF\, Community Connections\, and FRC Staff. Please email Paul N. Toruño Melville\, FNC’s Director of Training\, with any questions: pmelville@familynurturing.org. \nLocation: FNC Dorchester \n  URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/3-day-nurturing-fathers-program-facilitator-training-2/2025-09-09/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Trainings and Technical Assistance ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Melville":MAILTO:pmelville@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250204T180135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T185236Z UID:10000474-1750872600-1750881600@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Family Nurturing Parenting® Program (Jackson Square DCF) DESCRIPTION: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. \nAn education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together. \n\nNationally recognized family systems curriculum\nAge-appropriate groups\, lessons\, and activities\nSupportive group structure\n\nLearn and practice: \n\nParenting skill building\nLearning about child development\nConflict resolution strategies\nPositive discipline techniques URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/family-nurturing-parenting-program-jackson-square-dcf-now-accepting-referrals-2/2025-06-25/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Parenting Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Nurturing_Parents_Graduation_MD_062923-16-scaled-e1736808031433.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maxine Hall":MAILTO:mhall@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250318T184948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T184948Z UID:10000731-1750500000-1750507200@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Daddy and Me Playgroup DESCRIPTION:A playgroup just for dads with young children. \n\nRelax\, bond\, and learn to support your child’s development through play.\nJoin us for arts and crafts\, music and movement\, circle time and storytime\, light snacks\, and other fun activities.\nFree for children aged 1-4 with a parent/caregiver. Younger siblings and all languages welcome. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/daddy-and-me-playgroup/2025-06-21/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/30-IMG_4447-scaled-e1742323768810.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250204T180135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T185236Z UID:10000473-1750267800-1750276800@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Family Nurturing Parenting® Program (Jackson Square DCF) DESCRIPTION: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. \nAn education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together. \n\nNationally recognized family systems curriculum\nAge-appropriate groups\, lessons\, and activities\nSupportive group structure\n\nLearn and practice: \n\nParenting skill building\nLearning about child development\nConflict resolution strategies\nPositive discipline techniques URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/family-nurturing-parenting-program-jackson-square-dcf-now-accepting-referrals-2/2025-06-18/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Parenting Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Nurturing_Parents_Graduation_MD_062923-16-scaled-e1736808031433.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maxine Hall":MAILTO:mhall@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250318T185335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T185414Z UID:10000740-1750240800-1750248000@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Spring Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English) DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease register online\, or contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/winter-parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-english-2/2025-06-18/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20241025_143958131_iOS-e1735946913372.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250113T211955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184643Z UID:10000383-1750181400-1750190400@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Nurturing Parenting® Program for Cape Verdean Families DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis education and support program is designed for parents and their children to experience together.  \n\nUm programa de educaçāo e apoio projetado para pais e filhos experimentarem juntos. \n\nLearn: \n\nPositive discipline techniques\nConflict resolution strategies\nHealthy child development\nAppropriate expectations for children\n\nPractice: \n\nRespect and cooperation\nCreating a loving and disciplined home\nAppropriate family roles\nSupporting children’s power and independence\n\nDinner and Transportation provided. \n\nAprender: \n\nTécnicas de disciplina positiva\nEstratégias de resoluçāo de conflitos\nDesenvolvemento infantil saudável\nExpectativas apropriadas para as crianças\n\n\nPrática: \n\nRespeito e cooperaçāo\nCriando um lar amoroso e disciplinado\nPapéis familiares apropriados\nApoiando a independência das crianças\n\n\nOferecemos Jantar e Transporte Grátis URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/nurturing-parenting-program-for-cape-verdean-families/2025-06-17/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Parenting Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/05072024_Cape_Verdean_NPP-7-copy.png ORGANIZER;CN="Louren%C3%A7a Barros":MAILTO:lbarros@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250318T184451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T184451Z UID:10000719-1749895200-1749902400@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Small Sprouts Infant Playgroup DESCRIPTION: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). URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/small-sprouts-infant-playgroup/2025-06-14/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Small_Sprouts_Playgroup.png ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250318T185546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T185547Z UID:10000748-1749808800-1749816000@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Spring Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in Spanish) DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFree 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. \nPlease register online\, or contact Marisela Blanco: mblanco@familynurturing.org | 617-474-1143 x335 URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/winter-parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-spanish-2/2025-06-13/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20241025_142940770_iOS-e1735947136363.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marisela Blanco":MAILTO:mblanco@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250113T221941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T221943Z UID:10000413-1749749400-1749756600@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ (Park Street DCF) DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Nurturing Fathers’ Program™ offers men the tools they need to become the fathers they choose to be. \n\nBuild nurturing skills\nUnderstand healthy child development\nDevelop appropriate expectations for children\nPractice discipline with dignity\nLearn from other dads in a nonjudgmental group space URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/nurturing-fathers-program-park-street-dcf-2/2025-06-12/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Parenting Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20240301_003356447_iOS-scaled-e1733851210772.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="LaWaun Curry":MAILTO:lcurry@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250204T180135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T185236Z UID:10000472-1749663000-1749672000@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Family Nurturing Parenting® Program (Jackson Square DCF) DESCRIPTION: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. \nAn education and support program designed for parents and their children to experience together. \n\nNationally recognized family systems curriculum\nAge-appropriate groups\, lessons\, and activities\nSupportive group structure\n\nLearn and practice: \n\nParenting skill building\nLearning about child development\nConflict resolution strategies\nPositive discipline techniques URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/family-nurturing-parenting-program-jackson-square-dcf-now-accepting-referrals-2/2025-06-11/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Parenting Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Nurturing_Parents_Graduation_MD_062923-16-scaled-e1736808031433.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maxine Hall":MAILTO:mhall@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250318T185335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T185414Z UID:10000739-1749636000-1749643200@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Spring Parent-Child Playgroup (facilitated in English) DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease register online\, or contact Tyisha Blidgen at 617-474-1143 x327 or tblidgen@familynurturing.org. URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/winter-parent-child-playgroup-facilitated-in-english-2/2025-06-11/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Playgroups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/20241025_143958131_iOS-e1735946913372.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tyisha Blidgen":MAILTO:tblidgen@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T200000 DTSTAMP:20260416T142614 CREATED:20250113T211955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T184643Z UID:10000382-1749576600-1749585600@familynurturing.org SUMMARY:Nurturing Parenting® Program for Cape Verdean Families DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis education and support program is designed for parents and their children to experience together.  \n\nUm programa de educaçāo e apoio projetado para pais e filhos experimentarem juntos. \n\nLearn: \n\nPositive discipline techniques\nConflict resolution strategies\nHealthy child development\nAppropriate expectations for children\n\nPractice: \n\nRespect and cooperation\nCreating a loving and disciplined home\nAppropriate family roles\nSupporting children’s power and independence\n\nDinner and Transportation provided. \n\nAprender: \n\nTécnicas de disciplina positiva\nEstratégias de resoluçāo de conflitos\nDesenvolvemento infantil saudável\nExpectativas apropriadas para as crianças\n\n\nPrática: \n\nRespeito e cooperaçāo\nCriando um lar amoroso e disciplinado\nPapéis familiares apropriados\nApoiando a independência das crianças\n\n\nOferecemos Jantar e Transporte Grátis URL:https://familynurturing.org/calendar-event/nurturing-parenting-program-for-cape-verdean-families/2025-06-10/ LOCATION:FNC Dorchester\, 200 Bowdoin Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02122\, United States CATEGORIES:Parenting Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familynurturing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/05072024_Cape_Verdean_NPP-7-copy.png ORGANIZER;CN="Louren%C3%A7a Barros":MAILTO:lbarros@familynurturing.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR