Weekly Playtime Meet-up, Metrowest

The Children's Room at Jewish Family Service of Metrowest, Tuesdays ongoing 9:30-11am

Designed for children ages 0-4 years, with adult
A great opportunity for young children to play in a safe and fun environment while adults can meet and connect. A light snack will be provided for the kids. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the arts. For more information, contact metrowest@jccgb.org or 508-879-3300.

Puppet Purim Shpiel (play), Metrowest

MetroWest Jewish Day School, Sunday, February 26, 2012 10-11:30am

Designed for families with children ages 2-6 years
Purim celebrates the courage to speak up, like Esther did when she foiled the plot of Haman. Come in costume for a fun and hilarious interactive puppet show! We'll sing and march in a costume parade, make Purim puppets, and eat hamantaschen (cookies). Co-sponsored with the MetroWest Jewish Day School. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact metrowest@jccgb.org or 508-879-3300.

Shabbat-in-a-box, Metrowest

MetroWest Jewish Day School, Fridays, March 9-30 10-11am

Designed for children ages 2-4 years, with adult
Shabbat can be a special time for families to be together. Join with other families as you explore ideas to create your family's own Shabbat traditions. Through art projects, songs and stories, each family with make a Shabbat box; complete with everything needed to welcome Shabbat into your home. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts. For more information, contact metrowest@jccgb.org or 508-879-3300.

Family Concert with Tom Foote and the Rhythm Kids Band

JCC Early Learning Center, Acton, Sunday, March 18, 2012 2:15-3:15pm

Designed for families with children ages 2+ years
Children will enjoy an interactive concert with some of the silliest guys on the planet. Sing along to musical favorites of both children and adults including an eclectic mix of James Brown, traditional African rhythms, The Wheels on the Bus and The Beatles. For more information, contact acton-elc@jccgb.org or 978-266-9988. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts.

JCC Early Learning Center, Wayland Summer Program Open House

JCC Early Learning Center, Wayland located at Temple Shir Tikva, Thursday, March 22, 2012 10-11am

Designed for families with children ages 15 months-5 years
Your opportunity to visit the JCC Early Learning Center, Wayland located at Temple Shir Tikva in Wayland, to meet the director and staff and learn how JCC ELCs nurture children, embrace families, mentor educators and bring out the best in your children and the communities that we serve. Learn about JCC ELC summer and school year programs. For more information, contact wayland-elc@jccgb.org or 508-358-5331.

Raising Resilient Children

A special evening with Dr. Robert Brooks, PhD

Temple Shir Tikva, Thursday, March 22, 2012 7-9pm

Geared for families with children
Hear from one of the country's leading speakers and parents experts on fostering resilience, self-esteen, strength and optimism in children of all ages. The recipient of numerous awards, Dr. Brooks is on the faculty of Harvard Medical School and has authored or co-authored 14 books, including: Raising Resilient Children: Fostering Strength, Hope and Optimism in Your Child; Raising a Self-Disciplined Child; and Seven Steps to Improve Your Child's Social Skills. Select books will be available for purchase. Hosted in partnership with Temple Shir Tikva. All JCC arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts.

A Musical Celebration of Passover, Metrowest

Lilja Elementary School (cafeteria), Sunday, April 1, 2012 10-11:30am

Designed for families with children ages 0-5 years
Jumpstart your family celebration! Sing and dance along with this family-friendly retelling of the Passover story of liberation from slavery, having the strength to overcome hardship and hoping for a bright future. Featuring the music of Canton Gaston. Crafts, food and fun for all. For more information, contact metrowest@jccgb.org or 508-879-3300. All arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts.

Metrowest Adult Activity Group - Special Needs Ages 25+ yrs - Winter

MetroWest, Start Date: 04/01/2012, End Date: 06/03/2012, Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

A group for adults with moderate special needs, offering a variety of activities desiigned to enhance social skills and independence within the community. Going out to dinner, bowling, art projects and baking are just a few of the activities the group will enjoy together. Participants pay for outside activities. The group leaders are Cindy Campbell and Charlotte Ruskin.

Welcome Baby! Brunch, Metrowest

Community Room at Whitney Place, Sunday, April 29, 2012 10-11:30am

Designed for families with children ages 0-1 year
Bond with your baby and meet other families. Developmental Specialist Jill Vetstein will lead the group in songs and activities to engage even the youngest participant. There will be plenty of time for bagels and meeting other families with young children. For more information, contact metrowest@jccgb.org or 508-879-3300. All arts and humanities offerings are programs of the Ryna Greenbaum JCC Center for the Arts.

Metrowest Adult Social Group - Special Needs Ages 25+ yrs - Winter

MetroWest, Start Date: 04/29/2012, End Date: 06/10/2012, Time: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Join other adults with mild special needs for dining, mini-golf, movies and other leisure time activities. The group members decide their own activities with the assistance of advisors. Participants pay for community-based activities. The group leaders are Lisa Dwinnells and Charlotte Ruskin.