Discover a range of classes, activities, and events for new parents and caregivers...and connect with a community of families like yours. JCC Greater Boston is there for you at every age with child enrichment classes, swim lessons, free playgroups, parenting workshops, expert instructors, and so much more!
Contact us at earlyparenting@jccgb.org or 617.558.6440.
What an amazing journey. The classes were a lifesaver and I’ve made lifelong friends.
Explore Engaging Programming All Over Greater Boston
Baby and Toddler Classes
Baby and Toddler Classes
Play and bond with your little one 6 months-3 years in fun-filled, facilitated child development classes.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Soccer Stars Kick & Play |
1-2 yrs |
Saturday Mar 24-Jun 9 |
Newton | Register |
| Bitty Ballet |
2-3 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Mar 25-Jun 10 |
Newton | Register |
| Messy, Messy Art Class |
0-3 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Mar 25-Jun 10 |
Newton | Register |
| Postnatal Yoga |
Mothers with babies 0-6 mos |
Tuesday Apr 3-May 29 |
Arlington | Register |
| Bizzy Bees |
15-24 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Apr 4-Jun 13 |
Arlington | Register |
| Little Cruisers |
6-14 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Apr 4-Jun 13 |
Arlington | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Intro to Baby Sign Language |
For families with children 0-2 yrs |
Thursday Apr 26 |
Sharon | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Spring Fest |
For families with children 0-2 yrs |
Sunday Apr 29 |
Arlington | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Davis Museum Meet-Up |
For families with children 0-2 yrs |
Wednesday May 9 |
Wellesley | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walks |
For children 0-2 yrs in stroller, with adult |
Monday May 14-Jun 11 |
Sharon | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup: Mama Ballroom |
For expectant moms and parents with children 0-1 yr |
Tuesday May 22 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Springfest |
For families with children 0-2 yrs, older siblings welcome |
Sunday Jun 3 |
Natick | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Brunch & Sleep Strategy Chat |
For parents with babies and toddlers 0-2 yrs |
Sunday Jun 3 |
Newton | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Springfest |
For families with children 0-2 yrs, older siblings welcome |
Sunday Jun 3 |
Norwood | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walks |
For children 0-2 yrs in stroller, with adult |
Monday Jun 4 |
Sharon | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup: Sleep for You and Your Baby |
For families with babies 0-1 yrs |
Tuesday Jun 5 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walks |
For children 0-2 yrs in stroller, with adult |
Monday Jun 11 |
Sharon |
New Parent Support Classes
New Parent Support Classes
Bring your baby 0-6 months and share the journey of parenthood with other moms and dads in supportive, expert-led classes.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Additions |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Apr 25-May 30 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Apr 25-May 30 |
Arlington | Register |
Music Classes
Music Classes
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers have fun learning about music with parents or caregivers.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock-a-Baby Music |
0-3 yrs, with adult |
Friday Apr 13-Jun 15 |
Sharon | Register |
| Discovery Club Drumming: Grown Ups Allowed! |
5-8 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Apr 22 |
Arlington | Register |
Drop-in Playgroups
Drop-in Playgroups
Free weekly drop-ins where young children play and parents connect. Visit one near you.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELC Early Parenting Weekly Drop-in |
0-3 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday Apr 3-Jun 12 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Bagels and Books Drop-in Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Apr 4-May 9 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Friday Weekly Drop-In |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Apr 6-Jun 8 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Weekly Drop-In |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Apr 6-Jun 15 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Weekly Playgroup Natick |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Apr 13-May 25 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Weekly Playgroup Wayland |
0-6, with adult |
Monday Apr 23-May 14 |
Wayland | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walks |
For children 0-2 yrs in stroller, with adult |
Monday May 14-Jun 11 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library South Area Playground Meetups |
0-5 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday May 16-Jun 27 |
Varies | |
| PJ Library Camberville Playground Meetups |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Thursday May 17-Jun 21 |
Varies | |
| PJ Library Metro North Playground Meetups |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday May 22-Jun 26 |
Varies | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup: Mama Ballroom |
For expectant moms and parents with children 0-1 yr |
Tuesday May 22 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Metrowest Morning Playground Meet-Ups |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jun 1 |
Wellesley | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walks |
For children 0-2 yrs in stroller, with adult |
Monday Jun 4 |
Sharon | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup: Sleep for You and Your Baby |
For families with babies 0-1 yrs |
Tuesday Jun 5 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walks |
For children 0-2 yrs in stroller, with adult |
Monday Jun 11 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Metrowest Morning Playground Meet-Ups |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Monday Jun 18 |
Framingham | |
| PJ Library Metrowest Afternoon Playground Meet-Ups |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jun 29 |
Sudbury |
Playground Meetups
Playground Meetups
Come enjoy casual playground meet-ups, where you and your children can explore, play, and meet new friends.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PJ Library South Area Playground Meetups |
0-5 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday May 16-Jun 27 |
Varies | |
| PJ Library Metro North Playground Meetups |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday May 22-Jun 26 |
Varies | |
| PJ Library Metrowest Morning Playground Meet-Ups |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jun 1 |
Wellesley | |
| PJ Library Metrowest Morning Playground Meet-Ups |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Monday Jun 18 |
Framingham | |
| PJ Library Metrowest Afternoon Playground Meet-Ups |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jun 29 |
Sudbury |
Parent Workshops
Parent Workshops
Adult classes include CPR/first aid, positive discipline and nutrition. Lactation and sleep consults also available.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infant/Child CPR |
Parents of children ages 0-5 yrs |
Wednesday May 2 |
Newton | Register |
| Parenting Workshop: Positive Discipline |
Adults only, for parents of children 2-6 yrs |
Monday May 14 |
Arlington | Register |
| Toddlers, Tantrums, Preschoolers and Meltdowns! |
Parents of children ages 0-5 yrs |
Wednesday May 16 |
Newton | Register |
| Building Empathy and Self-Regulation in Kids |
Adults only, for parents of children 2-6 yrs |
Monday Jun 4 |
Arlington | Register |
Early Learning Centers
Early Learning Centers
Nationally recognized Jewish early education and childcare for infants to 5 years. Brookline/Brighton, Hingham, Newton, Sharon.
Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy
Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy
Acclaimed Lenny Krayzelburg swim program starts as young as 3 months.
PJ Library®
PJ Library®
Free, high quality Jewish-themed books and music for your young child – plus a monthly newsletter with upcoming family events.
Welcome Baby!
Parents' Night Out
Parents' Night Out
Leave the children home and enjoy a night out with other parents in your area.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parents' Night In: Israeli Cooking Class |
Adults |
Thursday Apr 26 |
Registration | Register |
| Parents Night Out: Slumbrew Tour and Tasting |
Adults |
Thursday May 10 |
Somerville | Register |
| Summertime Sushi Parent Night Out |
Adults |
Wednesday Jun 13 |
Mansfield |
Feeding & Sleep Support Services
Feeding & Sleep Support Services
Parents can get expert advice from an infant feeding/lactation consultant and a baby/toddler sleep expert.
Magic Ark Performing Arts Series for Families
Magic Ark Performing Arts Series for Families
Delight the young children in your life with exciting live performances from professional children’s entertainers.