CFCE Bi-Weekly Newsletter
April 12 - April 23
Live Zoom Events, Virtual Playgroups & More
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Don't forget to check out our calendar each week, for the most up-to-date information!
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Please note that this Newsletter is now
Bi-Weekly. The next Newsletter will include programming for April 26 - May 7
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Does "redshirting" work?
This fall, 4-year-old Luke will be starting kindergarten in Centerville, Ohio. He'll be one of the youngest in his class - turning 5 just before the school year begins - and his mother is concerned. Historically, the starting age for kindergarten ...
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Events & Activities for Kids and Families, South Shore...
Macaroni Kid provides local activity guides & news for parents & families. Find your family fun things to do. Find out about events & activities, calendars, articles, giveaways, and resource guides for your area. Find out about summer camps,...
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ssboston.macaronikid.com
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Brain Building In Progress!
Join CFCE for an hour long educational program to celebrate Brain Building In Progress!
TUESDAY, APRIL 13th
4:00-5:15 PM on ZOOM!
CFCE staff in partnership with the MA Audubon, and Blue Hills Regional Technical School (Early Education Program) will be hosting the first part of the zoom program with songs, stories, science and plenty of brain building opportunities! Then stay for the finale from entertainer Tom Knight who will delight the children with his songs, stories and puppets!
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SNAP Application Assistance
SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) WE ARE OPEN AND TAKING SNAP APPLICATION OVER THE PHONE DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS! Applying for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) food assistance SHI Staff can assist you in applying ...
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STEAM @ At Home @ anytime
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ATTENTION PARENTS!
Did you and your children participate in any of our Program OR Services in MARCH? Last chance to let us know what you thought!!!
We need your feedback, so we can continue to provide you with the quality programs you and your kids need right now!! Each monthly survey you complete you will be eligible to be entered into our Monthly Gift Card Giveaway!
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The programs with this symbol are Pre-Recorded |
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The programs with this symbol are Face-to-Face Outdoor Programs (pre-registration required)
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The programs with this symbol are LIVE programs using Zoom |
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PLEASE NOTE: ALL PROGRAMS FILL UP QUICK, PLEASE LOOK AHEAD ON THE CALENDAR TO SECURE YOUR SPOT!!!
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Week of April 12- April 16 |
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Monday, April 12
-All Day Virtual Event
Right Off The Bookshelf! "Laura's Star"
Hope you enjoy this book reading for preschoolers!!! The story is read by Miss Carol:)
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Monday, April 12
-All Day Virtual Event
Seasonal Stories with Ms. Karen
Hello Everyone! Join Ms. Karen for this wonderful story about Spring. This is a counting book, but has some wonderful pictures of things that we always associate spring with. Bring your fingers as we count from 1-10 and into spring.
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Tuesday, April 13
-All Day Virtual Event
Miss Carol's 'Grandma Glasses' Story FUN!!!
"Mrs. Mc Nosh"
Hope you can join me every week - any time - on Tuesdays for some songs, movement and a story time together!!! I will share a simple art project you can do together at home PLUS one of our favorite activities...FEATHERBALL or MAGIC WAND MOVEMENT!!! So make sure your child brings a scarf, facecloth, hankie or a dish towel to this videotaped session each time so they can participate!!! Would love to have you join me and enjoy this time!!!
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Tuesday, April 13
10:30-11:15
-Live Zoom Event
Tiny Tots Sing Along and Story Time
Join Ms. Leslie for a 3 week series on Zoom. We will sing familiar songs using our fingers and we will enjoy a book together! Recommended ages: 18-32 months. Engaging through zoom is a different way to play, learn and socialize. If you child doesn't sit for the whole zoom - that is okay! This is a judgement free zone.
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Tuesday, April 13
4:00-5:15
-Live Zoom Event
Brain Building In Progress Event
CFCE staff in partnership with the MA Audubon, and Blue Hills Regional Technical School (Early Education Program) will be hosting our first VIRTUAL Brain Building in Progress. This exciting event will be split into 2 parts. The first part of the Zoom program is filled with songs, stories, science and plenty of brain building opportunities! Stay for the finale and see entertainer Tom Knight who will delight the children with his songs, stories and puppets. Registration is required for this event.
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Wednesday, April 14
-All Day Virtual Event
Picnic Finger-play Puppet Show:
The Lil' Airplane!
Grandparents, parents and children...come join this simple stick puppet show to enjoy familiar fingerplay songs put into action behind the CFCE theatre!!! There will be different ones every month for the upcoming year. Let me know your name and address for watching and Carol will send you a special book along with related activities to do at home!!!
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Thursday, April 15
-All Day-Virtual Event
Right Off The Bookshelf! "My Friend Gorilla"
Hope you enjoy this book reading for preschoolers!!! The story is read by Miss Carol:)
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Friday, April 16
11:00-11:45
-Live Zoom Event
Ms. Marsha's Friday Story and Crafts
Join Ms. Marsha on Zoom on Friday's for this virtual playgroup. Each week we explore different themes with stories, videos and songs. Suggested craft projects are emailed to families on Wednesday to allow time to gather supplies. All crafts use materials you can find in your home. The children will have a chance to interact with Ms. Marsha and the other children during each group. There will be a craft period during which children can do their crafts along with Ms. Marsha. This group will meet weekly until May 14th. Please be sure to include your mailing address in case I need to mail special materials.
Once you have registered you will receive a zoom link for the program.
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Week of April 19 - April 23 |
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Monday, April 19
-All Day-Virtual Event
Story Time with Ms. Jen - "The Tiny Seed"
Join Ms. Jen as she reads "The Tiny Seed" by Eric Carle. There is a Sequencing Activity that you can print out to complete while listening to the story.
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Tuesday, April 20
-All Day Virtual Event
Miss Carol's 'Grandma Glasses' Story FUN!!!
"Crunchy, Munchy Caterpillar"
Hope you can join me every week - any time - on Tuesdays for some songs, movement and a story time together!!! I will share a simple art project you can do together at home PLUS one of our favorite activities...FEATHERBALL or MAGIC WAND MOVEMENT!!! So make sure your child brings a scarf, facecloth, hankie or a dish towel to this videotaped session each time so they can participate!!! Would love to have you join me and enjoy this time!!!
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Tuesday, April 20
10:30-11:15
-Live Zoom Event
Tiny Tots Sing Along and Story Time
Join Ms. Leslie for a 3 week series on Zoom. We will sing familiar songs using our fingers and we will enjoy a book together! Recommended ages: 18-32 months. Engaging through zoom is a different way to play, learn and socialize. If you child doesn't sit for the whole zoom - that is okay! This is a judgement free zone.
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Wednesday, April 21
-All Day Virtual Event
Simple Crafts with Sticks
Each month there will be a pre-recorded videotaping of....Simple Crafts to make with various things from NATURE!!! Please watch with your child to get some ideas of what to make, plus come up with your own ideas to be CREATIVE!!!
First, go on a nature hike to collect the nature item that will be shared and then just have fun together making fun things!!!
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Thursday, April 22
10:00-12:00
-In Person
Story Walk in Dedham "I Went Walking"
Join Ms. Marsha at the Endicott Branch of the Dedham Public Library for a story walk! I Went Walking by Sue Williams is a wonderful story about a little one who takes a walk and meet all kinds of animals. Families will arrive at designated times to enjoy this wonderful story in a safe and socially distant manner. Each family will receive a bag of materials with a craft to complete along the way and materials to continue the learning at home. This activity is suitable for toddler and preschool aged children and their families.
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Thursday, April 22
-All Day Virtual Event
Right Off The Bookshelf! "The Biggest Nose"
Hope you enjoy this book reading for preschoolers!!! The story is read by Miss Carol:)
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Thursday, April 22
-All Day Virtual Event
Seasonal Stories with Ms. Karen
Hurray for SPRING! It's finally here. Come and join Ms. Karen to see how much fun this little boy is having enjoying SPRING!
Let me know your name and address for watching and Ms. Karen will send you a special book and RELATED ACTIVITES in the mail THAT YOU CAN DO AT HOME!!!
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Friday, April 23
11:00-11:45
-Live Zoom Event
Ms. Marsha's Friday Story and Crafts
Join Ms. Marsha on Zoom on Friday's for this virtual playgroup. Each week we explore different themes with stories, videos and songs. Suggested craft projects are emailed to families on Wednesday to allow time to gather supplies. All crafts use materials you can find in your home. The children will have a chance to interact with Ms. Marsha and the other children during each group. There will be a craft period during which children can do their crafts along with Ms. Marsha. This group will meet weekly until May 14th. Please be sure to include your mailing address in case I need to mail special materials.
Once you have registered you will receive a zoom link for the program.
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CFCE OFFICES HAVE MOVED.....But........We're still here for you!
The CFCE Administrative offices HAVE MOVED but CFCE will continue to do all the fun and engaging parent-child activities via zoom, online activities, pre-recorded groups and storywalks.
We will also be here to help with resources, ASQ's, collaborations in our 23 towns, helpful information, support and whatever is on your mind!
The ONLY CHANGE will be our address. Our phone numbers, emails and extensions remain the same but our new location is:
New Address (eff. 12/4/20)
Self Help Inc./CFCE
45 Pearl Street
Brockton, MA 02301
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Energy Programs
Weatherization & Energy Conservation How do the Energy Conservation & Weatherization initiatives work? Homeowners and renters - including households whose cost of heat is included in the rent - can apply for assistance at the agency in their...
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Fuel Assistance Program extended to May 28!
Get the Help You Need Paying Your Heating Bills 13,233 households were warmer last winter because of help received from Self Help, Inc. and the Fuel Assistance Program. We want residents throughout our service areas to know that Fuel Assistance...
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Rental Assistance
Thank you for your interest Self Help Inc's RENTAL Assistance Program Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Eligibility Requirements Households at risk of being displaced or forced to leave their home due to...
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Quick Links for Families
- MA211 (information and resources)
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