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.
JCC Early Parenting class participant
Explore Engaging Programming All Over Greater Boston
Welcome Baby!
Welcome Baby!
Let the Greater Boston Jewish community welcome you and your new baby with a home visit, FREE gift tote and community resources about family friendly events and activities in your area.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Fit on the Rail Trail |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Sunday Sep 8 |
Holliston | |
| Welcome Baby! Postnatal Yoga Meetup |
For parents with babies 0-1 yr |
Tuesday Sep 17 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroll & Schmooze |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Saturday Sep 21 |
Sharon | |
| Welcome Baby! Cranberry Bog Walk |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Sunday Oct 6 |
Foxboro | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroll & Schmooze |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Sunday Oct 13 |
Sherborn | |
| Welcome Baby! Brunch: Get Some Sleep |
For parents with children 0-2 yrs |
Sunday Oct 20 |
Newton | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup Goes to the Movies |
For parents with babies 0-1 yr |
Monday Oct 21 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Workshop: Balancing Work and Baby |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Sunday Nov 3 |
Natick | |
| Welcome Baby! Babies & Brews |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Sunday Nov 3 |
North Easton | |
| Welcome Baby! Bagel Meetup |
For parents with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Tuesday Nov 12 |
Arlington |
Playground Meetups
Playground Meetups
Come enjoy casual playground meet-ups, where you and your children can explore, play, and meet new friends.
Drop-in Playgroups & Programs
Drop-in Playgroups & Programs
Free weekly drop-ins where young children play and parents connect. Visit one near you.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Sep 6-Dec 20 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Bagels and Books Drop-in Playgroup |
0-3 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 18-Dec 18 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Grandparents at Playgroup |
0-4yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 18 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Friday Drop-In Playgroup |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Sep 20-Dec 13 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Sep 20-Dec 20 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Grandparents at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Sep 20 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Grandparents at Playgroup |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Sep 27 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Sukkot at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Oct 11 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Sukkot at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Oct 16 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Sukkot at Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Oct 18 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Oct 27 |
Wayland | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Nov 24 |
Wayland | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah at Sunday Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Dec 15 |
Wayland | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Dec 18 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah at Friday Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Dec 20 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Dec 20 |
Arlington |
Family Events
Family Events
Family events and programs throughout the Greater Boston Area and in your community.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PJ Library Summertime Pool Playdates! |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Aug 21 |
Newton | Register |
| Explore Nature with Tinkergarten |
1-5 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday Sep 10 |
Private Location | Register |
| PJ Library Welcome Back Playground Meetup |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Saturday Sep 14 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Apples & Honey Grandparent Tea |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Sep 22 |
Framingham | Register |
| Dads and Brews |
For parents with children 0-5 yrs |
Sunday Sep 22 |
Waltham | |
| PJ Library Honey and Hayrides |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Sep 22 |
North Easton | Register |
| PJ Library New Year StoryWalk® |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Oct 6 |
Belmont | Register |
| Pizza and Play with Interfaith Families |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Saturday Oct 19 |
Somerville | Register |
| PJ Library Storymakers |
For families with children 1-5 yrs |
Sunday Oct 27 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Concert with Toe Jam Puppet Band |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Nov 10 |
Canton | Register |
| PJ Library Concert with Rolie Polie Guacamole |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Monday Nov 11 |
Wayland | Register |
| PJ Library Kids Helping Kids |
For families with children 3-6 yrs |
Sunday Nov 17 |
Arlington | Register |
| Vanessa Trien at the Boston Children's Museum |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Nov 17 |
Boston | Register |
| Dad & Me Bootcamp! |
For families with children 0-8 yrs |
Saturday Nov 23 |
Newton | Register |
| Family Barre Bootcamp |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome; Non-walking babies must be worn in a carrier |
Sunday Nov 24 |
Norwood | Register |
| PJ Library Tot Shabbat Hop: Share the Light |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Friday Dec 6 |
Sharon | |
| Debbie and Friends at the Boston Children's Museum |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Dec 8 |
Boston | Register |
| PJ Library Lights Up Chanukah |
For families with children 2-6 yrs |
Sunday Dec 8 |
Belmont | Register |
| PJ Library Lights Up Chanukah |
For families with children ages 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Dec 15 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Storymakers |
For families with children 1-5 yrs |
Sunday Dec 15 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Lights Up Chanukah |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Dec 15 |
TBD | Register |
| PJ Library Chanukah Mitzvah Meet-Up & Story Time |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Friday Dec 27 |
Natick |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Messy Messy Art |
For families with children 18-36 months |
Sunday Sep 22-Oct 27 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Sep 22-Dec 8 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Sep 22 |
Newton | Register |
| Music With Emily: Once Upon a Song Demo |
1-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Sep 23 |
Arlington | |
| Music With Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby Demo |
0-1 yr, with adult |
Monday Sep 23 |
Arlington | |
| New Additions |
For parents with babies 0-6 mos |
Wednesday Sep 25-Nov 6 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
For parents with babies 0-6 mos |
Wednesday Sep 25-Nov 6 |
Arlington | Register |
| Bizzy Bees |
15-24 mos, with adult |
Thursday Sep 26-Nov 14 |
Arlington | Register |
| Little Cruisers |
6-14 mos, with adult |
Thursday Sep 26-Nov 14 |
Arlington | Register |
| Super Soccer Stars - Parent & Me |
1-2 yrs, with adult |
Saturday Sep 28-Dec 7 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Oct 6 |
Newton | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Song |
1-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Oct 7-Dec 9 |
Arlington | Register |
| Family Yoga with a Twist |
For families with children 6 mos-3 yrs |
Monday Oct 7-Dec 9 |
Newton | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby |
0-1 yr, with adult |
Monday Oct 7-Dec 9 |
Arlington | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Oct 13 |
Newton | Register |
| Postnatal Yoga |
For moms (at least 6-8 weeks postpartum) with pre-crawling babies |
Tuesday Oct 15-Dec 3 |
Arlington | Register |
| Let's Get Fit! |
For parents with babies 6 weeks-4 yrs |
Wednesday Oct 16-Dec 11 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon A Song |
18-36 months, with adult |
Wednesday Oct 16-Dec 4 |
Newton | Register |
| Pilates for Mommies and Mommies-to-Be |
For expectant moms and moms with children 0-2 yrs |
Thursday Oct 17-Dec 12 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Oct 20 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Oct 27 |
Newton | Register |
| New Additions |
For parents with babies 0-6 months |
Monday Oct 28-Dec 9 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
For parents with babies 0-6 months |
Monday Oct 28-Dec 9 |
Arlington | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Nov 3 |
Newton | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon A Song |
18-36 months, with adult |
Sunday Nov 3-Dec 8 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Nov 10 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Nov 17 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Nov 24 |
Newton | Register |
| Stroller Fit |
For moms with children 0-2 yrs in strollers |
Sunday Dec 8 |
Newton | Register |
Early Learning Centers
Early Learning Centers
Nationally recognized Jewish early education and childcare for infants to 5 years. Brookline/Brighton, Hingham, Newton, Sharon.
PJ Library®
PJ Library®
Free, high quality Jewish-themed books and music for your young child – plus a monthly newsletter with upcoming family events.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PJ Library Summertime Pool Playdates! |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Aug 21 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Sep 6-Dec 20 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Welcome Back Playground Meetup |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Saturday Sep 14 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Bagels and Books Drop-in Playgroup |
0-3 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 18-Dec 18 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Grandparents at Playgroup |
0-4yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 18 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Friday Drop-In Playgroup |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Sep 20-Dec 13 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Grandparents at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Sep 20 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Sep 20-Dec 20 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Apples & Honey Grandparent Tea |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Sep 22 |
Framingham | Register |
| Dads and Brews |
For parents with children 0-5 yrs |
Sunday Sep 22 |
Waltham | |
| PJ Library Honey and Hayrides |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Sep 22 |
North Easton | Register |
| PJ Library Celebrates Grandparents at Playgroup |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Sep 27 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library New Year StoryWalk® |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Oct 6 |
Belmont | Register |
| PJ Library Celebrates Sukkot at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Oct 11 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Sukkot at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Oct 16 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Sukkot at Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Oct 18 |
Natick | |
| Pizza and Play with Interfaith Families |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Saturday Oct 19 |
Somerville | Register |
| Moms Night Out |
Adults Only
|
Wednesday Oct 23 |
Foxboro | |
| PJ Library Storymakers |
For families with children 1-5 yrs |
Sunday Oct 27 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Oct 27 |
Wayland | |
| Disciplining with Respect: A Robin Einzig Workshop |
Adults Only
|
Tuesday Oct 29 |
Sharon | Register |
| Moms and Brews |
Adults Only |
Wednesday Nov 6 |
Somerville | |
| Disciplining with Respect: A Robin Einzig Workshop |
Adults Only |
Thursday Nov 7 |
Natick | Register |
| PJ Library Concert with Toe Jam Puppet Band |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Nov 10 |
Canton | Register |
| PJ Library Concert with Rolie Polie Guacamole |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Monday Nov 11 |
Wayland | Register |
| What Do I Say?: A Robin Einzig Workshop |
Adults Only
|
Thursday Nov 14 |
Arlington | Register |
| PJ Library Kids Helping Kids |
For families with children 3-6 yrs |
Sunday Nov 17 |
Arlington | Register |
| Vanessa Trien at the Boston Children's Museum |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Nov 17 |
Boston | Register |
| Dad & Me Bootcamp! |
For families with children 0-8 yrs |
Saturday Nov 23 |
Newton | Register |
| Family Barre Bootcamp |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome; Non-walking babies must be worn in a carrier |
Sunday Nov 24 |
Norwood | Register |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Nov 24 |
Wayland | |
| Navigating the Holidays: Wine and Conversation |
Adults Only
|
Thursday Dec 5 |
Arlington | Register |
| PJ Library Tot Shabbat Hop: Share the Light |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Friday Dec 6 |
Sharon | |
| Debbie and Friends at the Boston Children's Museum |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Dec 8 |
Boston | Register |
| PJ Library Lights Up Chanukah |
For families with children 2-6 yrs |
Sunday Dec 8 |
Belmont | Register |
| PJ Library Lights Up Chanukah |
For families with children ages 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Dec 15 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Storymakers |
For families with children 1-5 yrs |
Sunday Dec 15 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah at Sunday Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Dec 15 |
Wayland | |
| PJ Library Lights Up Chanukah |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Dec 15 |
TBD | Register |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Dec 18 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah at Friday Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Dec 20 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah at Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Dec 20 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Chanukah Mitzvah Meet-Up & Story Time |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Friday Dec 27 |
Natick |
Music Classes
Music Classes
Interactive music classes for children of all ages to enjoy.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music Together: Sing Shalom with Elah |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Friday Sep 13-Nov 22 |
Sharon | Register |
| Music With Emily: Once Upon a Song Demo |
1-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Sep 23 |
Arlington | |
| Music With Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby Demo |
0-1 yr, with adult |
Monday Sep 23 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Sing-A-Long with Mr. Owen |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Sunday Oct 6 |
Wayland | |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Song |
1-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Oct 7-Dec 9 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby |
0-1 yr, with adult |
Monday Oct 7-Dec 9 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Mr. Owen |
For children 0-5 years, with adult |
Sunday Oct 20-Nov 24 |
Wayland | Register |
| Music with Emily: Sing-Along Sunday |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Sunday Nov 24 |
Arlington | Register |
New Parent Support Classes
New Parent Support Classes
Bring your baby 0-6 months and share the journey of parenthood with other families in supportive, expert-led classes.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Additions |
For parents with babies 0-6 mos |
Wednesday Sep 25-Nov 6 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
For parents with babies 0-6 mos |
Wednesday Sep 25-Nov 6 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Additions |
For parents with babies 0-6 months |
Monday Oct 28-Dec 9 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
For parents with babies 0-6 months |
Monday Oct 28-Dec 9 |
Arlington | Register |
Parent Workshops
Parent Workshops
Adult classes include CPR, child development workshops, expectant parent groups, fitness and more. Lactation and sleep consults also available.
Activities for Parents
Activities for Parents
Join us for adults-only social events, workshops and more.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infant/Child CPR |
Adults Only |
Monday Oct 7 |
Arlington | Register |
| Moms Night Out |
Adults Only
|
Wednesday Oct 23 |
Foxboro | |
| Disciplining with Respect: A Robin Einzig Workshop |
Adults Only
|
Tuesday Oct 29 |
Sharon | Register |
| Moms and Brews |
Adults Only |
Wednesday Nov 6 |
Somerville | |
| Disciplining with Respect: A Robin Einzig Workshop |
Adults Only |
Thursday Nov 7 |
Natick | Register |
| Disciplining with Respect: A Robin Einzig Workshop |
Adults Only |
Wednesday Nov 13 |
Newton | Register |
| What Do I Say?: A Robin Einzig Workshop |
Adults Only
|
Thursday Nov 14 |
Arlington | Register |
| Navigating the Holidays: Wine and Conversation |
Adults Only
|
Thursday Dec 5 |
Arlington | Register |
Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy
Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy
Acclaimed Lenny Krayzelburg swim program starts as young as 3 months.
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.