The Freedman Center at MSPP
  Meeting the Need...Making A Difference

The Freedman Center is honored to be chosen as one of the
"20 Enduring Heroes for Families"
The Boston Parents Paper’s
Best of the Best
The Family Advocate Awards

Freedman Center

Announcing New Services to…

Newton Early Childhood Programs
and Providers

preschoolerThe Newton Partnership (TNP) is pleased to announce that The Freedman Center at MSPP has been selected to deliver early childhood consultation services to Newton preschool and family child care programs. The goal of these services is to enhance the ability of the staff of early childhood programs in the community to meet the behavioral, social, and emotional needs of children in their programs. Read more or request services...

  

Now Registering!

Navigating the Rocky Road of Adolescence

AdolescentsJoin other parents of teens and a professional facilitator to explore the many changes that occur during adolescence. Read more...
Next 4-Week Series Begins:
Wed Feb 8 at 7:00-8:30 PM

Register


New Babies New Moms

Free Support Groups

Each group meets with a professional facilitator and provides a wonderful opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, make new friends, and get some support. Discuss developmental issues, expectations as new parents, changing relationships with family members, child care options, and much more.

New Babies/New Moms Group

Groups for first-time moms with babies up to 6 months. Read more...
Next 6-Week Series Begins:
Wed Jan 25 @ 12:30-2:00 PM Full*
Mon Feb 27 @ 12:30-2:00 PM
Wed Mar 21 @ 12:30-2:00 PM

REGISTRATION:
Please register for the session you would like in the far right column -->


New Babies/New Parents Group

Groups for first-time parents with babies up to 6 months. Read more...
Next 8-Week Series Begins:
Mon Mar 5 @ 6:30-8:00 PM

Register Online

 

Let's Make Music

Let's Make Music!

Music & Movement for Children 3 months to 4 years

The Freedman Center at MSPP offers exciting multi-age classes designed to enhance musical and social experiences for young children and their adult partners. Read more...

Music Stay-and-Play (3 mos - 4 yrs):

  • Wednesdays at 9:15 AM
    Begins Feb. 1 Register
  • Saturday Jan. 21 at 9:30 AM - Limited Openings Register
  • Saturdays at 9:30 AM - Feb. 11, Mar. 10, Apr. 28, May 19 and Jun. 9 Register

Music Class:

  • Thursdays at 10:45 AM
    3 mos - 4 yrs
    Begins Feb. 2 Register
  • Thursdays at 12:00 PM
    New! 3-12 mos only
    Begins Feb. 2 Register

New Moms and Music Class Photos by Jenny Devereaux www.jennydev.com


FREE FUN Playtime!

PlayReconnect with old friends - and make new ones! Current or former Freedman Center program participants are invited to join us for a fun free PLAYTIME! Bring your children (up to 4 years) to play indoors in a warm, friendly, nurturing environment. Gather in Room 101 on Tuesday or Friday afternoons at 3:00-4:30 PM. Pre-registration is required for each 6-week series. Read more...


* Wait Lists

If the group or class for which you would like to register is FULL, please register for the next program offered. To be put on a Wait List for the program or series that is not open, you may email us at freedmancenter@mspp.edu or call 617-332-3666 x250 and leave a message for us. When you contact us, please leave your name, which program you want, a phone number, and email address. We will contact you if we are able to accommodate you in the program.


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UPCOMING Events

New Babies/New Moms
Support Group

Next 6-Week Series Begins
Wed Jan 25 @ 12:30-2:00 PM
Full - Wait List Only*

Coping with Challenging Behaviors - Using the 123 Magic Approach to Behavior Management
For 2 sessions Thursdays, Jan 26 and Feb 2 @ 6:30 to 8:00 PM
Education Center, Room 304, 100 Walnut St, 02460
Free! No RSVP Needed

Wednesday Music
Stay-and-Play

Ages 3 mos - 4 yrs
Begins Wed Feb 1
@ 9:15-10:30 AM
click Register Online

Thursday Music Class
Ages 3 mos - 4 yrs
Begins Thurs Feb 2
@ 10:45-11:30 AM
click Register Online

Thursday Music Class
NEW! Ages 3-12 mos only
Begins Thurs Feb 2
@ 12:00-12:45 PM
click Register Online

Cinderella Ate My Daughter
- Dispatches from the Frontlines of the New
Girlie-Girl Culture

Wed Feb 8 @ 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Williams Elementary School, 141 Grove St, 02466
Free! No RSVP Needed

Navigating the Rocky Road
of Adolescence

Next 4-Week Series Begins
Wed Feb 8 @ 7:00-8:30 PM
Free! Register Online

Saturday Music
Stay-and-Play

Ages 3 mos - 4 yrs
Feb. 11, Mar. 10, Apr. 28,
May 19 and Jun. 9
@ 9:30-11:00 AM
click Register

New Babies/New Moms
Support Group

Next 6-Week Series Begins
Mon Feb 27 @ 12:30-2:00 PM
Free! Register Online

Let’s De-Stress: Practical Tips for Children & Parents
Mon Feb 27 @ 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Free! No RSVP Needed

New Babies/New Parents
Support Group

Next 8-Week Series Begins
Mon Mar 5 @ 6:30-8:00 PM
Free! Register Online

Free Playtime
For current and former Freedman Center program participants
6-Week Tueday Series
at 3:00-4:30 PM
Mar 6, 13, 20, 27, Apr 3, 10
Full - Wait List Only*

Raising Sons - Understanding the Nature of Boys
Thurs Mar 8 @ 7:00-9:00 PM
Newton South High School, 140 Brandeis Rd, 02459
Free! No RSVP Needed

Free Playtime
For current and former Freedman Center program participants
5-Week Friday Series
at 3:00-4:30 PM
Mar 9, 16, 23, 30, Apr 13
Full - Wait List Only*

New Babies/New Moms
Support Group

Next 6-Week Series Begins
Wed Mar 21 @ 12:30-2:00 PM
Free! Register Online

Understanding Temperament: Getting to Really Know Your Own Child
Tues Mar 27 @ 7:00-8:30 PM
Mason Rice Elementary School, 149 Pleasant St, 02459
Free! No RSVP Needed

Free Playtime
For current and former Freedman Center program participants
6-Week Tueday Series
at 3:00-4:30 PM
Apr 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
click Register

Free Playtime
For current and former Freedman Center program participants
6-Week Friday Series
at 3:00-4:30 PM
Apr 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25,
June 1 click Register

Preparing for Transition to Kindergarten
Thurs May 3 @ 6:30-8:00 PM
Education Center, Room 304, 100 Walnut St, 02460
Free! No RSVP Needed

School-Age Siblings: Moving from Rivalry to Revelry
Thurs May 17 @ 7:00-8:30 PM
Bowen Elementary School, 280 Cypress St, 02459
Free! No RSVP Needed

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