Birth and Adoption

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Learn the customs and rituals behind Jewish birth and adoption!

Are you preparing to welcome a new child into your family? Have questions?
Check out the blogs and events to help find answers and support in the Boston area.

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Fri
May

9:15AM - 10:00AM

Kick & Play Fridays, April 5-June 14

Newton, MA

Cost: $270.00 - Registration is required.
JCC member cost $220

From the creators of Super Soccer Stars, Kick & Play is a pre-soccer and movement program specifically designed for toddlers between 12-24 months. Experienced instructors along with puppet friends Mimi... Read More

Fri
May

9:30AM - 10:15AM

JamBaby

Newton, MA

Cost: $195.00 - Registration is required.
JCC member cost 160, no charge for siblings under 6 months

Sing songs, play instruments, dance around and jam. JamBaby classes provide a fun and interactive atmosphere while promoting musical learning, socialization and the joy of music. Curriculum follows the National... Read More

Fri
May

9:30AM - 10:15AM

Rock-A-Baby Music Jam Class for Children Ages 0-3 Year

Sharon, MA

Cost: $140.00 - Registration is required.
Seven week session. Please note that fee is for one child plus adult. Additional sibling $84/seven week session.

Your child has the chance to be “in the band” with Rock-A-Baby. With a trio of musicians, three zany puppets, dancing, instruments and music ranging from classical to jazz to... Read More

Sat
May

11:00AM - 1:00PM

Tot Shabbat

Lexington, MA

Cost: FREE - Registration not required.

Tot Shabbat is a program for families with children ages 0-5 years old that meets twice a month for singing, prayers, a Torah march, and more! We gather at 11:00am... Read More

Tue
May

9:30AM - 10:15AM

Kick & Play Tuesdays, April 9-June 11

Newton, MA

Cost: $225.00 - Registration is required.
JCC member cost $180

Tue
May

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Stroller Walk

Sharon, MA

Cost: FREE - Registration not required.

Connect with other parents while getting fit and feeling good on a weekly springtime stroll with your baby on Tuesdays, May 7-June 25, at 11 am. In case of inclement... Read More

Wed
May

9:30AM - 10:30AM

Temple Shalom Nursery School Open House

Newton, MA

Cost: FREE - Registration is required.

Perfect growing conditions occur when each child is given the emotional support that’s just right for his/her particular needs”. Here at Temple Shalom Nursery School we want you and your... Read More

Fri
May

9:15AM - 10:00AM

Kick & Play Fridays, April 5-June 14

Newton, MA

Cost: $270.00 - Registration is required.
JCC member cost $220

Fri
May

9:30AM - 10:15AM

JamBaby

Newton, MA

Cost: $195.00 - Registration is required.
JCC member cost 160, no charge for siblings under 6 months

Fri
May

9:30AM - 10:15AM

Rock-A-Baby Music Jam Class for Children Ages 0-3 Year

Sharon, MA

Cost: $140.00 - Registration is required.
Seven week session. Please note that fee is for one child plus adult. Additional sibling $84/seven week session.

Your child has the chance to be “in the band” with Rock-A-Baby. With a trio of musicians, three zany puppets, dancing, instruments and music ranging from classical to jazz to... Read More

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