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
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 Tot Shabbat Hop |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Saturday Oct 20 |
Westwood | |
| 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 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 Presents: Rolie Polie Guacamole! |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Monday Nov 12 |
Wayland | Register |
| Little Groove at the Boston Children's Museum |
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 |
Tuesday Dec 4 |
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, siblings welcome |
Saturday Dec 8 |
Natick | Register |
| PJ Library Celebrates Chanukah with Vanessa Trien |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Dec 9 |
North Easton | Register |
| The Science of Chanukah |
For Russian-speaking families with children 2-11 yrs |
Sunday Dec 9 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Hip Hopping Dance Party |
Families with children 0-3 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Dec 16 |
Somerville | Register |
| Winter Celebration with Ded Moroz and Friends |
For Russian-speaking families with children 0-11 yrs |
Sunday Dec 16 |
Newton Centre | Register |
| Kaleidoscope Reunion |
5 to 15 years |
Sunday Feb 10 |
Newton | Register |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 2.5-5 yrs |
Wednesday Sep 12-Dec 5 |
Cambridge | Register |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 2.5-5 yrs |
Wednesday Sep 12-Dec 5 |
Brookline | Register |
| Zumbini® |
0-2 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Sep 23-Nov 4 |
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 |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 0-2.5 yrs |
Tuesday Sep 25-Dec 4 |
Boston | Register |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 2.5-5 yrs |
Tuesday Sep 25-Dec 4 |
Boston | 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 |
| New Arrivals |
0-6 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Oct 31 |
Arlington | Register |
| Little Movers |
For babies 6 mos to 18 months, with adult |
Thursday Sep 27-Nov 29 |
Newton | Register |
| Super Soccer Stars Kick & Play |
1-2 yrs |
Saturday Sep 29-Dec 15 |
Newton | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friends Drop In |
25+ yrs |
Thursday Sep 6-Dec 13 |
Brookline | Register |
| 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 | |
| PJ Library Bagels and Books Drop-in Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Sep 26-Dec 19 |
Sharon | |
| 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
|
Tuesday Oct 23 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 2.5-5 yrs |
Wednesday Sep 12-Dec 5 |
Cambridge | Register |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 2.5-5 yrs |
Wednesday Sep 12-Dec 5 |
Brookline | Register |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 0-2.5 yrs |
Friday Sep 21-Dec 14 |
Westwood | Register |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 2.5-5 yrs |
Friday Sep 21-Dec 14 |
Westwood | 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 |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 0-2.5 yrs |
Tuesday Sep 25-Dec 4 |
Boston | Register |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 2.5-5 yrs |
Tuesday Sep 25-Dec 4 |
Boston | Register |
| Rock-a-Baby Music |
0-3 yrs, with adult |
Friday Oct 5-Dec 14 |
Sharon | Register |
| Rhythm 'n' Ruach with PJ Library In Greater Boston |
For families with children 0-2.5 yrs |
Thursday Oct 11-Dec 13 |
Natick | 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Infant/Child CPR |
Adults only |
Monday Nov 26 |
Arlington | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Scrapbooking with Wine & Cheese |
Adults |
Sunday Oct 21 |
Newton | Register |
| Exploring the World of Tea: Parents Night Out |
Adults only |
Sunday Nov 11 |
Cambridge | 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |