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Please find below a listing of all of the Self Help Inc. CFCE community based programs scheduled for APRIL 2017!! All programs provided are FREE for families! Programs are organized below by age level. Some programs are appropriate for more than one age level, and are listed in ALL appropriate age sections. What is the difference between multi-session groups and multiple sessions?
Multi-Session groups:
Multi-session groups typically run for consecutive weeks, and require that you sign up in advance for all sessions. They can run from 3 weeks to up to 10 weeks.
Multiple Sessions:
This means that the same program will be held on multiple dates and locations. Each session is individual and you can register for just one or more!
Quick Links to Desired Age Levels:
Please also check out our website for other information and resources
here
. Also, keep checking our online calendar at
http://selfhelpcpc.org/calendar/
for the most Up-To-Date program listings!!
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SELF HELP CFCE INVITES YOU TO......
FOR MORE INFO. & TO REGISTER PLEASE VISIT
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 SHI CFCE Council Meetings 2017
- April 26, 2017-6:00pm Self Help Inc. CFCE, Avon
- (FY 18 GRANT MTG)
- June 14, 2017-1:00pm Whole Foods Culinary Ctr, Dedham
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Music and Movement (multiple sessions)
Come sing, Dance, and Move to the Groove with Ms. Marsha. We will sing, dance and have an instrument play. One lucky family will leave with the program Cd. This program is open to young children and their
caregivers.
DROP-IN! No registration required. Please call appropriate location below for more info./questions.
CFCE FACILITATOR: Marsha Wright
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Date/Time
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Location
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Questions
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Apr 3 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
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Randolph Public Library
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781-961-0932
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| Apr 12 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am |
An Unlikely Story Bookstore & Cafe (Plainville) |
508-699-0244 |
| Apr 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am |
Norton Public Library |
508-285-0265 |
Apr 26 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am
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Hanson Public Library
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781-293-2151
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Apr 26 @ 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
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South Shore Children's Museum |
781-826-3518
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Drop-In Playgroup (multiple sessions)
Moms, Dads, and caretakers of young children...Come join Carol Carver - Early Childhood Support Specialist-from Self Help, Inc. Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Program. Parents can chat together, children can engage in toys-music-and-manipulatives together, and everyone will have some FUN!!! The Playgroup will run for approximately 45 minutes- with free play lasting about 20 minutes and then songs, stories, simple art and parachute play will be offered towards the later part! Come join us for these FUN GET-TOGETHERS with others! ALL are Welcomed!!!
NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
CFCE FACILITATOR: Carol Carver
| Date/Time |
Location |
Registration |
| Apr 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am |
Mansfield Public Library |
DROP IN |
| Apr 13 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm |
East Bridgewater Public Library |
DROP IN
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Lunch Time Stories & Picnic at the Park @ Mansfield Memorial Park/Playground
Apr 18 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Let's all get together for some lunch time FUN!!
Bring a bagged lunch for you and your child &
join us for some fun conversations, stories, toys, and
playground FUN!!!
We will be meeting first at the Playground and then move over for our picnic, etc.!!! REGISTER for this BY CALLING OR EMAILING CAROL CARVER AT 508-559-1666 X1811, [email protected]!
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Stories and Smoothies @ Whole Foods at Legacy Place
Apr 19 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am
Drop into Whole Foods market on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and join CFCE for a story, song, simple art project and smoothie making all based on a particular fruit or vegetable!
DROP IN! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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CFCE FACILITATOR: Leslie Dunn
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STORYWALK @ YMCA Playground area in East Bridgewater
Apr 19 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Drop by for this parent-child activity (weather permitting)!!!
Drop by anytime with your child(ren) at the playground area at the EB YMCA between 10:30-11:30 on April 19, 2017 to do a Story Walk!!! The playground is located off to the side of the building. Enjoy time to play at the playground and then when individual families are ready to start the walk they can sign in at the STARTING POINT SIGN on the outskirts of the playground area. This will begin your FUN journey of combining a children's story with a walking route outdoors!!! Feel free to bring a stroller if you'd like and we hope you participate at the end of the Story Walk by doing a related art project with your child(ren) or you can choose to bring it home. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED-DROP IN!
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 Let's Build Our Brains as we Travel Outdoors in Nature!!! @ Natural Resources Trust-Sheep Pasture (Easton)
Apr 24 @ 10:15 am - 11:30 am
Come join us for this Outdoor Brain Building Nature Hike experience!!!! REGISTER for this family SERIES BY CALLING OR EMAILING CAROL CARVER AT 508-559-1666 X1811, [email protected]! Give me a call today:). We will be meeting near the parking lot area. (all activities are WEATHER PERMITTING)
As families... we will discover & explore different outdoor terrains during the summer, fall and spring seasons ....along with stories, activities and related art projects each month. A bundle of OUTDOOR FUN in various towns and outdoor places!!! Each month the Traveling Nature club is at different site...always check our calendar for details!! |
 INFANT |
TODDLER PROGRAMS
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Toddler Group (multiple sessions)
The Toddler Groups are a FREE one hour play time for children ages 15 months to 36 months and their parent/guardian. The children will participate in Free Time, Story Time, Art Activity and music and movement. You must pre-register with the librarian or via online link (see below). Families from all towns are eligible to participate. Contact Karen for more info. or questions at 508-559-1666 x1812 or kmitchell@selfhelpincorg.
CFCE FACILITATOR: Karen Mitchell
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Date/Time
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Location |
Register |
Apr 5 @10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Rockland Memorial Library |
781-878-1236 |
Apr 11 @10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Stoughton Public Library |
781-344-2711 |
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Apr 13 @10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Ames Free Library-Easton
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http://conta.cc/2o9MLhv
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Apr 26 @10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Randolph Public Library |
http://conta.cc/2oa9gTJ |
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 Toddler Play and Learn @ Fiske Library (Wrentham)
Apr 11 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
This is a 45 minute program for toddlers age 12-30 mths. This group incorporates free play, stories, music and a simple craft. Children are free to participate and explore based on their comfort level. Please pre-register with the library at 508-384-5440
 Tiny Tots @ Avon Public Library
Apr 20, May 18 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am
Join us monthly for a story, nursery rhymes, music and movement, finger plays and a sensory activity or simple art project. 10:15-11:00 (45 min). Activities geared to tots ages 18 to 36 months. Facilitated by Michele Davidson, CFCE Specialist.You must register each month. REGISTER ONLINE NOW FOR APRIL 20TH! short url:
http://conta.cc/2o9YNHF
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 Preschool Read and Rise program @ Middleboro Public Library
Apr 3, 10, 24 and MAY 1, 8 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Help your child prepare for reading, learning and life! Come to the Read and Rise Playgroup! This FREE 5 session playgroup/conversation series is designed to empower families to support children's literacy development. Children and parents will be actively engaged in books, songs, activities and hands on materials that focus on literacy. Each family will go home with a different children's book every week to keep and add to their library at home! This program is designed for children ages 3-6 years old. Families must be willing to commit to the 5 weeks (scheduled vacations and illnesses are an exception). If you are unable to attend this group for any reason please call or email me to cancel your registration. Playgroup will not run during school vacation weeks and other school holidays. REGISTER ONLINE NOW BY FOLLOWING THIS LINK: http://conta.cc/2kGAWh6
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Preschool Play and Learn (multiple sessions)
Preschool play and learn in a monthly parent child group. Activities include free play, circle time and crafts. Each group offers floor and table activities. Children will have the opportunity to play together as well as individually.
Preregistration is required for this group. Registration will be available 2 weeks prior to the start date.
Please contact the appropriate library (below) to register.
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Facilitator |
Short url reg. |
Apr 3 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Dedham Public Library-Main Branch
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Marsha W. |
781-751-9283
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Apr 6 @
10:30 am-11:30 am
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Norton Public Library
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Gina M.
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http://conta.cc/2mJqtX1
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Apr 24 @ 1:30 pm-2:30 pm
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Canton Public Library |
Marsha W. |
781-821-5027 |
Apr 25 @ 10:00 am-11:00 am
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Norfolk Public Library
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Gina M.
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508-528-3380 |
Apr 27 @ 10:30 am-11:30 am
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East Bridgewater Library
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Karen M.
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508-378-1616
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Let's CREATE and Build Sand Sculptures Together @ Middleboro Public Library (multiple sessions)
Apr 3, May 8 Jun 5 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
REGISTER for this parent-child activity with the Children's Librarian at 508-946-2470 (EACH MONTH). This is a monthly program occurring on the first Monday of each month (except Jan). Space is limited!!! Put on your engineering hats and come join us for some FUN in the parent & child activity,
LET'S CREATE AND BUILD SAND SCULPTURES TOGETHER!!!
This group will engage everyone..parents & 3-5 year olds in:
* parachute play
* Mystery Box
* Story, song and movement THEN
* creating a plan with the suggested materials and theme
*design your sand sculpture using various tools and a lot of creativity!!!
Pictures will be taken of each design and sent to the participants every month along with a related fun art project to do at home!!!
CFCE FACILITATOR: Carol Carver
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 POWERPLAY @ Whitman Public Library
Apr 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
REGISTER NOW with the Children's Librarian at 781-447-7613....and then Come Join Us... This Parent-Child Playgroup is something you just can't miss!!!
"Playfulness is the motivation to freely and joyfully
engage with, connect with,
and explore the surrounding world...
Parents & children will explore joyfulness, active engagement,
internal control and social connections"
during these monthly activities in the
POWERPLAY PLAYGROUP!!! CFCE FACILITATOR: Carol Carver
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Color My World with Science (multiple sessions)
REGISTER for this parent/child activity with the library below,
for you and your 3-5 year old!!!
This parent/child gathering will include color experiments, songs, related art projects, movement with scarves, literature connection stories , etc.
CFCE FACILITATOR: Carol Carver
| Date/Time |
Location |
Register |
| Apr 10 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am |
West Bridgewater Public Library |
508-894-1255 |
Apr 21 @ 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
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Abington Public Library |
781-982-2139 |
 Preschool Silly Science and Mystical Math (multiple sessions)
Silly Science and Mystical Math is a monthly STEM parent/child program designed to provide age appropriate hands on activities for preschool aged children. Children will explore a variety of interesting topics throughout the year.
Registration each month is required and space fills up quickly. Silly Science for preschool is suited for children age 3-5 years old.
This parent/child program has lots of hands on fun activities that promotes learning and exploration. Prediction and observation skills will be a focus of this group as well. For more info./questions please contact:
Marsha W. [email protected] OR Gina M. [email protected]
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Location |
Topic |
REGISTER |
| Apr 10 @ 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm |
Norton Public Library |
BEES! |
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| Apr 13 @ 1:30 pm- 2:30 pm |
Sharon Public Library |
BEES! |
Library: 781-784-1578 x1430 |
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 Seasonal " Duck Tents" for Grandparents and 3-5 year olds @ East Bridgewater Public Library
Apr 11 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
REGISTER with the Children's Librarian at 508-378-1616
for this grandparent-child (others welcomed too) seasonal story time will include play, seasonal observations, songs,books, art, games and of course...."feather ball"! Come join us for some Lucky, Ducky FUN!!!
CFCE Facilitator: Carol Carver
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 Pick of the Draw Storytelling @ Rockland Public Library
Apr 13 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
REGISTER for this parent/child activity with the library at 781-878-1236 for you and your 3-5 year old!!! A mixed bag of literature each month along with songs. music, movement, related art projects and parachute play!!! A new theme will be drawn each meeting time to determine the "pick of the draw" topic for next time!!!
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CFCE FACILITATOR: Carol Carver
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 Buddy Night At KDC EI @ Kennedy Donovan Center
Apr 19 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Buddy Night is an hour long playgroup type activity where preschool aged children (2.9-6 years) and their Fathers, Grandfathers, Uncles or other significant male can come to play and have fun. We will be offering free play, craft activity, circle and stories. Please contact Either Betsy or Lori at the the Kennedy Donovan Early Intervention to register 508-226-6035.
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 Discovery Day at Oliver Mill Park @ Oliver Mill Park
Apr 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Register for this Discovery Day at Oliver Mill Park in Middleboro, MA BY CALLING OR EMAILING CAROL CARVER AT 508-559-1666 X1811, [email protected]! Give me a call today:)
We will be exploring the are as well as discovering some coo things- hopefully the herring(fish) will be running at this time so we can observe them climbing up the ladders and going down the stream !!! Other fun activities will be planned- story, art, movement, etc. This will run weather permitting!!! |
 Story time at Roche Bros. @ Roche Bros. Norton
Apr 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
This is a monthly parent child program for preschool children and their parents. Each month we will read a story, do a simple craft and have a snack provided by Roche Bros.
Registration is required for this program, PLEASE REGISTER BY CLICKING THE LINK: http://conta.cc/2mCLy0T
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Kindergarten Here I Come! @ Joh F. Kennedy Elemntary School -Holbrook (multi-session)
Apr 28, May 5, 12, 19 and 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
This 5 week group will be facilitated by Karen Mitchell and Carol Carver from Self Help, Inc./CFCE. The focus will be to promote kindergarten readiness skills along with learning how to make the transition to Kindergarten less stressful for the child and the parent. During each session children will participate in exploration play, meeting time (circle), story time, crafts and music and movement.
Space is limited. REGISTER ONLINE NOW BY CLICKING THE LINK: http://conta.cc/2koa4op .
For any questions please contact: Karen Mitchell: 508-559-1666 x1812,
[email protected]
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Think, Draw and Write for APRIL's Online Project
@ online and mail-in activity
Apr @ anytime during the month
Activity for this Month....
What design would you put on a butterfly's wings?? Draw a picture of it and then write about the design you chose!!
If you can, please mail of copy of this picture to me so I can hang it up on our CREATIVITY Wall at Self
Help Inc./CFCE, 780 West Main Street, Avon, MA 02322. If you register to do this activity each month, I will send you some self addressed stamped envelopes as well as a surprise!!!
Register by emailing or calling Carol Carver at 508-559-1666 x113, [email protected]. CHECK OUT THE AMAZING WORK FROM THE KIDS WHO PARTICIPATED IN 2015-2016 BY CLICKING HERE
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 Magic Carpet Book Club: World Travel Edition! @ Canton Public Library (multiple sessions)
Apr 5, May 3 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
This year we will hop on our Magic Carpets and take a trip around the world! We learn how children live in other lands! At this MONTHLY GROUP will travel to a different continent and learn about the people and wonders of the land. We will meet children from all over the world and find out about their day. Using videos, books, and an awesome 3-D atlas we will travel the World. Each month we will compete a simple craft or play games from the places we visit. Children who have visited or have family in the countries we visit are encouraged to share their experiences. There will be artifacts from some of the countries we visit for children to explore. Each child will receive a "passport" and place a stamp form each country we visit. The children will be engaged in geography, science and social studies lessons. This program is for school age children in grades K-4.
You must pre-register for each month.
Contact the library at 781-821-5027 for more information and to register.
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Silly Science and Mystical Math (multiple sessions)
Would you like to think like a scientist? Join us for Silly Science and Mystical Math. Each month we will explore a different STEAM concept. Each family will receive a packet of information to continue the exploration at home. This program is designed for school age children grades K-4 and their caregivers. Contact the libraries below to register
This program needs a minimum of five students in order to run so register today! Registration is required.
| Date/Time |
Location |
Register |
Facilitator |
This Months Topic |
| Apr 10 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Avon Public Library |
508-583-0378 |
Marsha W. |
WATER CYCLE AND POLLUTION |
| Apr 27 @ 4:30 pm- 5:30 pm |
Canton Public Library |
781-821-5027 |
Marsha W. & Gina |
WATER CYCLE AND POLLUTION |
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Discovery Workshop (multiple sesssions)
Discovery Workshops are monthly parent/ child activities for school aged children. Each workshop will focus on a new topic. Topics range from science-history-art. This program is appropriate for children in grades K-4th grade.
CFCE FACILITATOR: Gina McGarrigle
| Date/Time |
Location |
Other Info/This months Topic |
REGISTER |
Apr 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Norton Public Library |
Crime Scene Investigation:
Who Borrowed Mr. Bear
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http://conta.cc/2oa3Nfq
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| Apr 13 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Middleboro Library |
WATER CYCLE AND POLLUTION |
http://conta.cc/2oa6nCd
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Art Adventures in Avon: Let's Learn About Eric Carle @ Avon Public Library Edit
Apr 19 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Let's go on an art adventure! We will learn about Eric Carle and complete a piece of art work using his techniques. This program is for school age children k-grade 4. Space is limited. Register with the library by calling (508) 583 0378. CFCE Facilitator: Marsha Wright
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Discovery Day at Oliver Mill Park @ Oliver Mill Park
Apr 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Register for this Discovery Day at Oliver Mill Park in Middleboro, MA BY CALLING OR EMAILING CAROL CARVER AT 508-559-1666 X1811, [email protected]! Give me a call today:)
We will be exploring the are as well as discovering some coo things- hopefully the herring(fish) will be running at this time so we can observe them climbing up the ladders and going down the stream !!! Other fun activities will be planned- story, art, movement, etc. This will run weather permitting!!! |
 NORFOLK Art Adventures @ Norfolk Public Library (multiple sessions)
Apr 24, May 22 @ 3:45 pm - 4:15 pm
Join us for Art Adventures... this is a monthly interactive visual arts program that focuses on a particular artist or style of art. The children will learn about the artist or style, and then have the opportunity to create a piece based on what they learned. Children do not need to have any special artistic ability, just a desire to learn and create!
This month we will be learning about Jackson Pollock Pre-Registration is REQUIRED each month. REGISTER ONLINE NOW for APRIL 24TH BY VISITING THIS LINK:
http://conta.cc/2oa9BWv
Contact Gina at
[email protected] with any questions.
CFCE FACILITATOR: Gina McGarrigle
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Think, Draw and Write for MAY's Online Program @ online and mail in activity
MAY @ anytime during the month
Activity for this Month..... Pretend you can fly above the clouds.
iMAGINE YOU BUILT AND AWESOME TREE HOUSE....dRAW A PICTURE OF WHAT IT WOULD LOOK LIKE AND THEN WRITE A STORY ABOUT IT IN AN OUTDOOR NATURE ADVENTURE!!
If you can, please mail of copy of this picture to me so I can hang it up on our CREATIVITY Wall at Self Help Inc./CFCE, 780 West Main Street, Avon, MA 02322. I will mail you back the original along with a SURPRISE!!! If you register to do this kind of activity each month, I will send you some self addressed stamped envelopes!!!
Register by emailing or calling Carol Carver at 508-559-1666 x113, [email protected]. CHECK OUT THE AMAZING WORK FROM THE KIDS WHO PARTICIPATED IN 2015-2016 BY CLICKING HERE
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JUST FOR PARENTS
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 Bullying Proofing Your Kids! (Parent Workshop) @ Stoughton Public Library
Apr 12 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Facilitated by Karen Mitchell. Please register with Karen Mitchell at 508-559-1666 x 1812 or email her at: [email protected] YOU CAN ALSO REGISTER ONLINE: http://conta.cc/2mJbLiN
THIS IS A PARENT WORKSHOP!
With the Bullying epidemic being what it is today, parents can't get enough information on how to protect their children from the onslaught of the social and emotional damage being done today. It is proven that children are being bullied as young as 2-3 years old today. Come and learn how to arm your child against the influences of bullies and how not to raise a bully.
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 Full STEAM at home - Parent Workshop @ Self Help Inc CFCE
Apr 27 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for an ADULT ONLY evening of STEAM activities that you can do with your child at home. There are everyday opportunities to incorporate various science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities. There will be a brief lecture/discussion followed by a period of hands on activities. Parents will leave with an activity packet!
ADULTS ONLY! REGISTER NOW BY FOLLOWING THIS LINK:
http://conta.cc/2oadgU4
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Self Help Inc. is funded by the MA Department of Early Education And Care's Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant.
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