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.
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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 Eco-Concert and Upcycling Project |
For families with children 2-6 years, siblings always welcome |
Sunday Jan 20 |
Belmont | Register |
| PJ Library Road Trip: Norfolk Skating Arena |
For families with children 2-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Sunday Jan 27 |
Norfolk | |
| Chop Chop Cooking Class |
For children 3-5 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Jan 27 |
Belmont | Register |
| PJ Library Tot Shabbat Hop |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Saturday Feb 2 |
Somerville | |
| Chef for a Day: Kids Cooking Workshop |
3-5 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Feb 3 |
Sharon | Register |
| Explore the Mapparium |
For Russian speaking families with children 3-11 yrs |
Sunday Feb 3 |
Boston | Register |
| PJ Library Movie Morning |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Feb 10 |
Newton | Register |
| Artful Adventures at the Museum of Fine Art |
For Russian speaking families with children 3-11 yrs |
Sunday Feb 10 |
Boston | Register |
| Kaleidoscope Reunion |
5 to 15 years |
Sunday Feb 10 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Dance Party |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Wednesday Feb 20 |
Sharon | Register |
| Cooking Class with Sweet Tahini |
For Russian speaking families with children 3-8 yrs |
Friday Feb 22 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Tot Shabbat Hop |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Friday Mar 1 |
Lexington | |
| PJ Library Tot Shabbat Hop |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Saturday Mar 2 |
Sharon | |
| Winter Sunshine Art Workshop |
For Russian speaking families with children 3-11 yrs |
Sunday Mar 3 |
Registration | Register |
| PJ Library Sunday Sing-Along |
For families with children 0-5 yrs, older siblings welcome |
Sunday Mar 3 |
Newton | Register |
| PJ Library Purim in the Air with the Rashi School |
For families with children 2-5 yrs |
Sunday Mar 10 |
Somerville | Register |
| Pilmeni for Purim |
For Russian speaking families with children 3-11 yrs |
Sunday Mar 17 |
Registration | Register |
| PJ Library Purim Party at the Playground |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Mar 17 |
Norwood | Register |
| Beautiful Stuff Project Playdate |
For families with children 2-5 yrs |
Thursday Mar 21 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Spring Fairy Garden Meetup |
For families with children 2-6 yrs, siblings welcome |
Tuesday Mar 26 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Mitzvah Day: Stop & Stock for Passover |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Apr 7 |
Canton | |
| PJ Library Celebrates Passover with The Rugrats |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Apr 7 |
Newton | Register |
| Matt Heaton at the Boston Children's Museum |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Apr 7 |
Boston | |
| PJ Library Passover: Science & Storytelling |
For families with children 0-6 yrs |
Sunday Apr 14 |
Sharon | Register |
| Russian Matzah Factory |
For Russian speaking families with children 3-11 yrs |
Sunday Apr 21 |
Canton | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Song |
1-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Jan 14-Mar 11 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby |
0-12 mos (pre-walkers), with adult |
Monday Jan 14-Mar 11 |
Arlington | Register |
| HappyFeet Soccer |
2-3 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday Jan 15-Mar 12 |
Arlington | Register |
| Postnatal Yoga |
Moms with babies 0-6 mos (pre-crawlers) |
Tuesday Jan 15-Feb 26 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music With Emily: Free Demo Class |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Jan 16 |
Newton | Register |
| Bizzy Bees |
15-24 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Jan 16-Mar 13 |
Arlington | Register |
| Little Cruisers |
6-14 mos, with adult |
Wednesday Jan 16-Mar 13 |
Arlington | Register |
| Super Soccer Stars Kick & Play |
1-2 yrs |
Saturday Jan 19-Mar 16 |
Newton | Register |
| Movin' and Groovin' with "Music with Emily" |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Jan 23-Mar 20 |
Newton | Register |
| New Additions |
For parents with babies 0-6 mos |
Wednesday Jan 23-Mar 6 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
For parents with babies 0-6 mos |
Wednesday Jan 23-Mar 6 |
Arlington | Register |
| Little Movers |
For babies walking to 18 mos, with adult |
Thursday Jan 24-Mar 7 |
Newton | Register |
| Little Explorers |
For babies 6 mos to early-walkers, with adult |
Thursday Jan 24-Mar 7 |
Newton | Register |
| Music, Movement & Messy Messy Art |
For children 12 - 36 mos, with adult |
Sunday Mar 3-Mar 31 |
Newton | 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 Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-2 yrs, with adult |
Tuesday Jan 8-Mar 26 |
Somerville | |
| PJ Library Bagels and Books Drop-in Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Jan 9-Mar 27 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Jan 11-Apr 12 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jan 11-Mar 29 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Books and Blocks Drop-In Playgroup |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jan 11-Mar 29 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Tu B'Shevat Edition |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jan 18 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Tu B'Shevat Edition |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jan 18 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Tu B'Shevat Edition |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Jan 23 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Tu B'Shevat Edition |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Jan 25 |
Newton | |
| Welcome Baby! Meetup Goes to the Movies |
For parents with babies 0-1 yr |
Monday Feb 11 |
Arlington | |
| Welcome Baby! Bagel Meetup |
For parents with babies 0-1 yr |
Tuesday Mar 5 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Purim Edition |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Mar 15 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Purim Edition |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Wednesday Mar 20 |
Sharon | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Purim Edition |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Mar 22 |
Newton | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Purim Edition |
0-6 yrs, with adult |
Friday Mar 29 |
Natick | |
| PJ Library Drop-In Playgroup: Passover Edition |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Friday Apr 12 |
Newton |
Music Classes
Music Classes
Interactive music classes for children of all ages to enjoy.
| Class/Event | Age | Day/Time | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music with Emily: Once Upon A Song |
0-4 yrs, with adult |
Friday Jan 11-Mar 1 |
Sharon | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Song |
1-4 yrs, with adult |
Monday Jan 14-Mar 11 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Emily: Once Upon a Lullaby |
0-12 mos (pre-walkers), with adult |
Monday Jan 14-Mar 11 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music With Emily: Free Demo Class |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Jan 16 |
Newton | Register |
| Movin' and Groovin' with "Music with Emily" |
For families with children 0-4 yrs |
Wednesday Jan 23-Mar 20 |
Newton | Register |
| Music with Emily: Sing-Along Sunday |
For families with children 0-5 yrs |
Sunday Feb 3 |
Arlington | Register |
| Music with Emily: Sing-Along Sunday |
For children 0-5 yrs, with adult |
Sunday Mar 3 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Bootcamp: Diastasis Repair |
Adults only |
Sunday Feb 3-Mar 3 |
Arlington | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healthy Hacks and Mealtime Success |
For parents and caregivers of children 1-5 yrs |
Wednesday Jan 16 |
Sharon | |
| Mom's Night Out: Jewelry Making |
Adults Only |
Thursday Jan 31 |
Private Location | Register |
| Mom's Night Out at Acitrón Cocina Mexicana |
Adults Only |
Monday Feb 4 |
Arlington | |
| PJ Library Book Club for Grownups! |
Adults Only |
Wednesday Feb 27 |
Cambridge | |
| Parent's Night In: Pasta Party |
Adults Only |
Thursday Mar 14 |
Private Location | 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 Jan 23-Mar 6 |
Arlington | Register |
| New Arrivals |
For parents with babies 0-6 mos |
Wednesday Jan 23-Mar 6 |
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |