SFLC Playgroups

We are very excited to be able to offer a new nature based playgroup developed by the Boston Children's Museum! We will be meeting at Prospect Hill Park on Wednesdays from 2:30-3:30, July 15th-Aug 19th. Space is limited to ten families who will each get a free kit to take home with them. E-mail [email protected] for more information and to register.

We are excited to offer a School Readiness Playgroup for 3-5 year olds preparing to enter school for the first time. The group will run from July 13th to August 17th at the West Branch Library. Reach out to Kristin at [email protected] for more information and to register!

The summer schedule is here! Join us for outdoor drop-in playgroups (no registration required) and two registered playgroups: Playful by Nature and School Readiness. Our New Parent Support Group is still ongoing (with a break on July 2nd and 9th). We look forward to seeing you there!

Wow!! SFLC Playgroup families know how to party! Our hearts are full this morning after an amazing event last night. Thanks to all who came out to celebrate with us, thank you to The Somerville Community Growing Center for hosting us, and to Jeff Jam for the awesome music.

We will take a short break to prepare for summer playgroups and will be back with a fun summer session in July. Stay tuned for the schedule and other events to keep you busy in the meantime!

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Yoga in the Garden is back! Please e-mail Kristin at [email protected] to reserve a spot.

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