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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music With Emily: Once Upon a Song Trial Class |
Mixed ages: Children 0-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Sep 17 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music With Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby Trial Class |
0-12 mos, with adult |
Monday Sep 17 |
Arlington | Register |
| Zumbini® |
0-2 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Sep 23-Nov 11 |
Newton | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Song |
1-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Sep 24-Nov 26 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby |
0-12 mos (pre-walkers), with adult |
Monday Sep 24-Nov 26 |
Arlington | Register |
| Postnatal Yoga |
Moms with babies 0-6 mos (pre-crawlers) |
Tuesday Sep 25-Nov 13 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Additions |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Oct 31 |
Arlington | Register |
| Bizzy Bees |
15-24 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Dec 5 |
Arlington | Register |
| Little Cruisers |
6-14 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Dec 5 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Oct 31 |
Arlington | Register |
| Bizzy Bees |
For babies 18 mos to 2.5 yrs, with adult |
Thursday Sep 27-Nov 29 |
Newton | Register |
| Little Movers |
For babies walking to 18 months, with adult |
Thursday Sep 27-Nov 29 |
Newton | Register |
| Little Explorers |
For babies 6 mos to pre-walkers, with adult |
Thursday Sep 27-Nov 29 |
Newton | Register |
| Super Soccer Stars Kick & Play |
1-2 yrs |
Saturday Sep 29-Dec 15 |
Newton | Register |
| Zumbini® |
For children 0-4 yrs, with caregiver |
Saturday Oct 13-Nov 17 |
Framingham | Register |
| Tiny Tots Variety Class |
For children 12 - 36 mos, with adult |
Saturday Oct 13-Nov 17 |
Newton | Register |
| New Additions |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Monday Oct 29-Dec 10 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Monday Oct 29-Dec 10 |
Arlington | Register |
| Stroll Fit with Baby Bootcamp |
3-18 mos, with adult |
Thursday Nov 1-Dec 13 |
Arlington | Register |
| HappyFeet Soccer |
2-3 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday Nov 13-Dec 18 |
Arlington | Register |
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 Playground Meetups |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Aug 19 |
Sherborn | |
| Meet Up for Russian Speaking Families |
For families with children 0-8 yrs |
Sunday Aug 19 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Summertime Pool Playdates |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Aug 22 |
Newton | Register |
| Friends Drop In |
25+ yrs |
Thursday Sep 6-Dec 13 |
Brookline | Register |
| PJ Library Playground Meetup |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Thursday Sep 13 |
Cambridge | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
For children 0-6 yrs, with caregiver |
Friday Sep 14-Dec 21 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Friday Drop-In Playgroup |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Sep 21-Dec 14 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Weekly Drop-In |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Sep 21-Dec 21 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Brunch Picnic & Playground Meetup |
For families with children 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Sunday Sep 23 |
Auburndale | Register |
| PJ Library Bagels and Books Drop-in Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Dec 19 |
Sharon | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walk Meetup |
For families with babies ages 0-1yr, siblings welcome |
Sunday Sep 30 |
East Walpole | |
| Welcome Baby! Expectant and New Parents Group |
For expectant and new parents with babies 0-4 mos |
Tuesday Oct 9-Dec 18 |
Natick | |
| Mass Self Advocates |
25+ yrs |
Tuesday Oct 9-Dec 11 |
Brookline | Register |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Sunday Drop-In Playgroup |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Sunday Oct 14-Nov 18 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Weekly Drop-In |
0-2 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday Oct 16-Dec 18 |
Somerville | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup with Baby Bootcamp |
For families with babies 0-1 yrs
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Tuesday Oct 16 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Bagel Meetup |
For families with babies 0-1yr |
Tuesday Nov 6 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! New Mom Nutrition |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Nov 7 |
Sharon | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup with Postnatal Yoga |
For families with babies 0-1yr |
Tuesday Dec 4 |
Arlington |
Music Classes
Music Classes
Interactive music classes for children of all ages to enjoy.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musical Morning with Emily Hall |
Families with children ages 0-4 |
Saturday Sep 8 |
Arlington | |
| Discovery Club Drumming: Grown Ups Allowed! |
Families with kids ages 5-10 yrs |
Sunday Sep 16 |
Jamaica Plain | Register |
| Music With Emily: Once Upon a Song Trial Class |
Mixed ages: Children 0-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Sep 17 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music With Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby Trial Class |
0-12 mos, with adult |
Monday Sep 17 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Song |
1-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Sep 24-Nov 26 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby |
0-12 mos (pre-walkers), with adult |
Monday Sep 24-Nov 26 |
Arlington | Register |
| Rock-a-Baby Music |
0-3 yrs, with adult |
Friday Oct 5-Dec 14 |
Sharon | Register |
| Music with Emily: Sing-A-Long Sunday |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Nov 18 |
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.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Behavior Workshops for Parents |
For parents and caregivers of children 15 mos - 5 yrs |
Thursday Oct 4-Dec 6 |
Newton | Register |
| The Testing Child |
For parents and caregivers of children 15 mos - 5 yrs |
Thursday Oct 4 |
Newton | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Expectant and New Parents Group |
For expectant and new parents with babies 0-4 mos |
Tuesday Oct 9-Dec 18 |
Natick | |
| Baby Bootcamp: Diastasis Repair |
Adults only |
Sunday Oct 14-Nov 4 |
Arlington | Register |
| Infant/Child CPR |
Adults only |
Monday Oct 15 |
Arlington | Register |
| Child CPR |
Adults only |
Thursday Oct 18 |
Newton | Register |
| Modifying Your Child's Behaviors |
For parents and caregivers of children 15 mos - 5 yrs |
Thursday Nov 1 |
Newton | Register |
| Just for Moms: Pelvic Floor & Nutrition Workshop |
Adults only |
Sunday Nov 18 |
Newton | Register |
| Talking Time Outs and Time Ins |
For parents and caregivers of children 15 mos - 5 yrs |
Thursday Dec 6 |
Newton | Register |
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 Out: Hibachi & Sushi |
Adults |
Saturday Aug 18 |
Foxborough | |
| Mom's Night Out: Swapit Fashion |
Adults only |
Wednesday Oct 10 |
Somerville | Register |
| PJ Library Mom's Night Out |
Adults only |
Thursday Oct 11 |
Sharon | |
| Holiday Scrapbooking with Wine & Cheese |
Adults |
Sunday Oct 21 |
Newton | 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 |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Oct 31 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Oct 31 |
Arlington | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Expectant and New Parents Group |
For expectant and new parents with babies 0-4 mos |
Tuesday Oct 9-Dec 18 |
Natick | |
| New Additions |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Monday Oct 29-Dec 10 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Monday Oct 29-Dec 10 |
Arlington | Register |
| Stroll Fit with Baby Bootcamp |
3-18 mos, with adult |
Thursday Nov 1-Dec 13 |
Arlington | Register |
| Welcome Baby! New Mom Nutrition |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Nov 7 |
Sharon |
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 Playground Meetups |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Aug 19 |
Sherborn | |
| PJ Library Playground Meetup |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Thursday Sep 13 |
Cambridge |
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 Road Trips: Picnic at Great Brook Farm |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome. |
Wednesday Aug 29 |
Carlisle | |
| PJ Library New Year's Grandparents Tea |
For children 0-5 yrs, with a grandparent/grandfriend; parents welcome |
Friday Sep 7 |
Sharon | Register |
| PJ Library New Year's Grandparents Tea |
For families with children 2-6 yrs, parents welcome |
Friday Sep 7 |
Arlington | Register |
| PJ Library Sukkot Harvest Story and Craft Hour |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Friday Sep 21 |
Dover | |
| PJ Library Sukkot Harvest Celebration |
For families with children 3-8 yrs |
Sunday Sep 23 |
Somerville | Register |
| PJ Library New Year's Apple Picking |
For families with children, 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Sep 23 |
Franklin | |
| PJ Library New Year's Apple Picking |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Sep 23 |
Franklin | |
| PJ Library Fall Family Yoga |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Oct 14 |
Sharon | Register |
| PJ Library Tot Shabbat Hop |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Saturday Oct 20 |
Westwood | |
| PJ Library Shabbat Story Walk |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Saturday Oct 20 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Dads, Kids and Brews Meetup |
For dads with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Oct 28 |
Somerville | Register |
| PJ Library Tot Shabbat Hop |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Friday Nov 2 |
South Easton | |
| Family Night Out |
For families with children 0-5 yrs, siblings welcome |
Saturday Nov 3 |
Belmont | Register |
| PJ Library Movie Matinee |
For families with children 2-6 yrs |
Sunday Nov 4 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Pioneers: Feathered Friends |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Nov 4 |
Framingham | Register |
| PJ Library Dads, Kids & Brews |
For dads with children ages 0-6 yrs, partners and spouses welcome |
Sunday Nov 4 |
Norwood | |
| PJ Library Road Trip: Easton Children's Museum |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Monday Nov 12 |
North Easton | |
| PJ Library Karen K and the Jitterbugs Jam Concert |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Monday Nov 12 |
Wayland | Register |
| Little Groove at the Boston Children Musuem |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Nov 18 |
Boston | |
| PJ Library Road Trip: Pottery and Pizza |
2-6 yrs, with adult, siblings welcome |
Monday Nov 19 |
Canton | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah with Vanessa Trien |
Families with children 2-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Saturday Dec 1 |
Cambridge | Register |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah with Vanessa Trien |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Dec 2 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Chanukah Mitzvah Meetup |
For families with children 2-6 yrs |
Wednesday Dec 5 |
Watertown | |
| PJ Library Tot Shabbat Hop |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Friday Dec 7 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah with Vanessa Trien |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Dec 9 |
North Easton | Register |
| PJ Library Hip Hopping Dance Party |
Families with children 0-3 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Dec 16 |
Somerville | Register |
Early Learning Centers
Early Learning Centers
Nationally recognized Jewish early education and childcare for infants to 5 years. Brookline/Brighton, Hingham, Newton, Sharon.
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.
PJ Library®
PJ Library®
Free, high quality Jewish-themed books and music for your young child – plus a monthly newsletter with upcoming family events.
Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy
Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy
Acclaimed Lenny Krayzelburg swim program starts as young as 3 months.
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.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte's Web |
Recommended for children ages 3+ with adult |
Monday Oct 8 |
Newton | Register |
| Charlotte's Web |
Recommended for children ages 3+ with adult |
Monday Oct 8 |
Newton | Register |
| Playing By Air |
Recommended for children age 3+ with adult |
Monday Nov 12 |
Newton | Register |
| Playing By Air |
Recommended for children ages 3+ with adult |
Monday Nov 12 |
Newton | Register |
| Jason Bishop - Straight Up Magic |
Recommended for children ages 5+ with adult |
Monday Jan 21 |
Newton | Register |
| Jason Bishop - Straight Up Magic |
Recommended for children ages 5+ with adult |
Monday Jan 21 |
Newton | Register |
| Rosie Revere Engineer |
Recommended for children ages 4+ with adult |
Monday Feb 18 |
Newton | Register |
| Rosie Revere Engineer |
Recommended for children ages 4+ with adult |
Monday Feb 18 |
Newton | Register |
| The Very Hungry Catepillar |
Recommende for children ages 3+ with adult
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Sunday Mar 10 |
Newton | Register |
| The Very Hungry Catepillar |
Recommended for children ages 3+ with adult
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Sunday Mar 10 |
Newton | Register |