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
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 Camberville Playground Meetups |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Thursday May 17-Jun 21 |
Varies | |
| PJ Library Metro North Playground Meetups |
0-5 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday May 22-Jun 26 |
Varies | |
| PJ Library Metrowest Afternoon Playground Meet-Ups |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jun 29 |
Sudbury | |
| PJ Library Playground Meetups |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Jul 8 |
Sudbury | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Outdoor Meet Ups |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Jul 11 |
West Roxbury | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Outdoor Meet Ups |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Tuesday Jul 31 |
Brookline | |
| PJ Library Playground Meetups |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Aug 19 |
Sherborn |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
0-5 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday May 22-Jun 26 |
Varies | |
| PJ Library Summertime Pool Playdates |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Tuesday Jun 26 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Metrowest Afternoon Playground Meet-Ups |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jun 29 |
Sudbury | |
| PJ Library Playground Meetups |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Jul 8 |
Sudbury | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walks |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Tuesday Jul 10-Aug 14 |
Varies | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Outdoor Meet Ups |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Jul 11 |
West Roxbury | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walk |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Friday Jul 13 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup at the Movies |
For families with babies 0-6 mos |
Monday Jul 16 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walk |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Friday Jul 20 |
Lexington | |
| PJ Library Summertime Pool Playdates |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Monday Jul 23 |
Newton | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup at Wegmans |
For families with babies 0-1 yr |
Friday Jul 27 |
Burlington | |
| PJ Library Books & Blocks Outdoor Meet Ups |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Tuesday Jul 31 |
Brookline | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup: Picnic and Play |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Friday Aug 3 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup: Picnic and Play |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Friday Aug 10 |
Watertown | |
| PJ Library Summertime Pool Playdates |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Aug 10 |
Newton | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walk |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Monday Aug 13 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Playground Meetups |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Aug 19 |
Sherborn | |
| PJ Library Summertime Pool Playdates |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Aug 22 |
Newton | Register |
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 Shabbat Pizza Party in the Park |
For families with children 0-8 yrs
|
Friday Jun 22 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Road Trips: Ames Street Playground |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Jun 24 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Road Trip: Splash Pad and Playground |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Wednesday Jul 11 |
Walpole | |
| PJ Library Road Trips: Stone Zoo |
For families with children 2-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Thursday Jul 12 |
Stoneham | |
| PJ Library Road Trip to Drumlin Farm |
For families with children 0-6 yrs
|
Thursday Jul 19 |
Lincoln | |
| PJ Library Road Trips: Drumlin Farm |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Thursday Jul 19 |
Lincoln | |
| PJ Outdoor Concert with Stacey Peasley & Friends |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Tuesday Jul 24 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Family Yoga in the Park |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Saturday Jul 28 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Road Trips: Blueberry Picking |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Tuesday Jul 31 |
Tyngsboro | |
| PJ Library Ice Cream Social in the Square |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Wednesday Aug 1 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Shabbat in the Park |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Friday Aug 3 |
Framingham | |
| PJ Library Road Trips: Picnic at Great Brook Farm |
For families with children 0-6 yrs, siblings welcome. |
Tuesday Aug 7 |
Carlisle | |
| PJ Library Fairy Garden Workshop |
For families with children 3-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Wednesday Aug 15 |
Natick | Register |
| Parents Night Out: Hibachi & Sushi |
Adults |
Saturday Aug 18 |
Foxborough |
Parent Workshops
Parent Workshops
Adult classes include CPR/first aid, positive discipline and nutrition. Lactation and sleep consults also available.
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.
Early Learning Centers
Early Learning Centers
Nationally recognized Jewish early education and childcare for infants to 5 years. Brookline/Brighton, Hingham, Newton, Sharon.
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 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walks |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Tuesday Jul 10-Aug 14 |
Varies | |
| Postnatal Yoga |
Mothers with babies 0-6 mos |
Wednesday Jul 11-Aug 15 |
Arlington | Register |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walk |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Friday Jul 13 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup at the Movies |
For families with babies 0-6 mos |
Monday Jul 16 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walk |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Friday Jul 20 |
Lexington | |
| Welcome Baby! and PJ Library Ice Cream Meetup |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Wednesday Jul 25 |
Sharon | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup at Wegmans |
For families with babies 0-1 yr |
Friday Jul 27 |
Burlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup: Picnic and Play |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Friday Aug 3 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Farm Fresh Flower Picking |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Friday Aug 10 |
Dover | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup: Picnic and Play |
For families with babies 0-1 yr, siblings welcome |
Friday Aug 10 |
Watertown | |
| PJ Library and Welcome Baby! Summer Farm Meetup |
For families with children 0-8 yrs |
Sunday Aug 12 |
Sharon | |
| Welcome Baby! Stroller Walk |
For families with children 0-1, older siblings welcome |
Monday Aug 13 |
Somerville |
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.
Music Classes
Music Classes
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers have fun learning about music with parents or caregivers.
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.