Showing posts with label activities. Show all posts
Showing posts with label activities. Show all posts

Thursday, June 6, 2013

TODAY!!!

First Thursday Family Activity
Come learn all about Egypt à Make a Mummy à Make and Take Egyptian Game
Fitchburg Art Museum
25 Merriam Pkwy
 Thursday, June 6, 2013
4:00-6:30


Sunday, June 2, 2013

Stay Updated via Email

 
There is SO much happening in Fitchburg and surrounding towns/cities that if I posted it all here, I'd be doing this all day. To make sure you get all of the updates as to FREE and/or low-cost events that are happening in your community, please email me and request to be added to the Mass in Motion Kids Updates.
 
I'll give you plenty of reasons to get off the couch, turn off the TV and get out of the house! Busy, active children sleep better too. And, BONUS, family bonding time!!
So, send me your email address today!
 

Monday, May 13, 2013

Asian American Health and Wellness Fair

Asian American Health  and Wellness Fair
Saturday, May 18, 2013 at 8:30a.m.-3:00p.m.

Free and OPEN to the Public!

Coolidge Park, John Fitch Highway (Rain   Location: Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg/ Leominster, 365 Lindell Ave. Leominster, MA).
MOC Fun N’ FITchburg, Three Pyramids/The Minority Coalition, Spanish American Center, LUK, Inc., Community Engagement Services, Heywood Hospital, Health Alliance Hospital, Montachusett Home Care, Boys & Girls Club, BWR/YWCA, Pathways for Change, Fitchburg Farmers Market, Asian Task Force-Boston will all have health information booths/tables at the fair. Family activities will include: Families in Motion 3 Laps Walk/Run and the first 50 people will receive a Free T-Shirt. Volleyball, Ping Pong, Hmong Top Spin, games and prizes  and more.

Free and OPEN to the Public!
Funded in part by CHNA9, North Central MA. The May 18th Health Fair is being organized by the United Hmong of Massachusetts.
For more information or to register contact: Train Wu at 978-235-1041.

Monday, April 15, 2013

Family Resource Center

The Family Resource Center
at Fitchburg Community Connections          
76 Summer St., Suite 210, Fitchburg, MA 01420 Tel. 978-829-0163

THIS WEEK (Tuesday-Friday)
Call to sign up for Rainforest Reptiles. First 20 families ONLY!

16
Nurturing Families
5pm-7pm (Full)
(we are presently taking names for future classes)
17
My Time
Infant/Toddlers
(Ages 1month-3yrs)
10am-11:30am
Mothers Support Group
9am-10am
____________________
Extreme Couponing
Please call to reserve a spot
18
Rainforest Reptile Show for children 3-10 yrs of age
Starts at 10:30am
Only at reservation
_________________
Teen Café
(Ages 13-17)
4pm-6pm
19
Latino Support Group
10am-12pm


Next 2 weeks (Monday-Friday)

22

Fathers Support Group 5-6:30
(Time is subject to change)

23
Nurturing Families
5pm-7pm (Full)
(we are presently taking names for future classes)
24
My Time
Infant/Toddlers
(Ages 1month-3yrs)
10am-11:30am
Mothers Support Group
9am-10am
____________________
Family Fun Night
5pm-7pm
RSVP
25
Tween Café
(Ages 7-12)
4pm-6pm

26
Latino Support Group
10am-12pm
29

Fathers Support Group 5-6:30
(Time is subject to change)
30
Nurturing Families
5pm-7pm (Full)
(we are presently taking names for future classes)


This Thursday! FREE Event

Monday, March 25, 2013

FREE FAMILY FUN THIS WEEK!

*Mass in Motion Family Fun Hour
Mass in Motion family Fun Hour at Reingold Elementary School Thursday March 28, 2013 from 6-7p. Come by for story time, coloring, light refreshments, craft, activity, and each child leaves with a FREE book.  



*Cooking With Kids Family Night: Pizza Party and Game Night!
Also on Friday March 29th we still have spots for your 3-8 year olds for a pizza making/eating and game night at the Arc of  Opportunity on Main St. at 5:30 (siblings welcome) must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Please RSVP to JIm at 978-343-6662 ext.125. Kids will design and bake their own creations for themselves and their family and enjoy game night.   

*Massachusetts SRTS and Saris Bike Poster Contest! Entries due April 1st!
The Bikes Make Life  Poster Contest is national competition for 5th grade students and supports Mass in Motion’s and Safe Routes to School’s goals to encourage kids to ride their bikes more frequently, increase their physical activity and enjoy getting exercise outdoors! Participating schools will submit entries to the Massachusetts Safe Routes to School program by April 1.  A first place winner will be selected to represent the Commonwealth in the national contest and receive a new bike provided by Saris Cycling Group. Second and Third Place winners will receive gear to make their bike ride safer and fun. The Massachusetts first place winner will then compete for the national prize - a chance to attend the 2014 National Bike Summit in Washington DC and an exclusive bicycle parking and tracking system known as The Hub for their school! Contest rules, promotional posters, and entry forms are attached. Please contact Lauren Robinson at the Massachusetts Safe Routes to School program for more information – lauren.a.robinson@state.ma.us.  


*OTHER---
*Sign your child(ren) up at www.KidsSkateFree.com  and www.KidsBowlFree.com for FREE passes to  skating and bowling for some great fitness fun!
*Fitchburg YMCA is ONLY $1 per day for students of Fitchburg. Also, BRING A BUDDY FREE on Thursdays. Call for more info (978) 343-4847.

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Parent/Child Play Group

LET’S PLAY!
MOC Community Partnership Parent/Child Play Group
Tuesdays, 10:00-11:30AM
Fun and learning for parents and children ages birth to 5 years
March 5, 2013:  More Dinosaurs! How big were they really? Can you fit into a dino footprint? Make dinosaur swamp slime.

March 12, 2013: “Invisible ink” (white crayons) reveals dinosaur bones when painted! Make your own fossil with play dough.
  • No play group on February 19 due to school vacation week
Cleghorn Youth Center, 40 Fairmount St., Fitchburg
(please enter through the back door of the Youth Center)
FREE, Bilingual, and no RSVP needed.
For more information email llee@mocinc.org or dperez@mocinc.org  or               call 978-345-8549 x325 or  x326 para Español                                                          
A program of the Massachusetts Dept. of Early Education and Care

Yoga For Kids

YOGA FOR KIDS
(Yoga para ninos)
FREE (GRATIS!)  With Paula Magee
APPROPRIATE FOR AGES PRESCHOOL- GRADE 3
(para edades pre-escola – 3rd grado)
HAVE FUN AND HELP YOUR CHILD STAY FIT!
FITCHBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
3:30- 4:15 PM
Wednesday February 13, 2013
Wednesday March 6, 2013
Wednesday April 10, 2013

RSVP to the Library: 978-345-9637
Sponsored by MOC Community Partnership for Children, 110 South St., Fitchburg, MA               A program of the Mass. Dept. of Early Education and Care

MOTOR MAGIC

Motor Magic!
Preschool Physical Development Program from MOC Community Partnerships
Presented by Mary Beth Christian, COTA/L and
Gloria Payton, Head Start Teacher
Please Join Us for a FREE Music and Movement Series for your Preschool aged Child
Thursdays, 4:00-4:45PM
March 7, 2013                          May 2, 2013
March 14, 2013                        May 9, 2013
March 21, 2013                        May 16, 2013
At
Hosmer School, 110 South St., Fitchburg
Please RSVP: Space is Limited 978-345-8549 x325 or x326 (para Español)
Sponsored by MOC Community Partnership for Children, 110 South St., Fitchburg                              
A program of the Mass. Dept. of Early Education and Care
Guidelines for Preschool Learning Experiences: Physical Development 2. Build body awareness , strength, and coordination through locomotion activities; 4. Build awareness of directionality and position in space; 5. Use both sides of the body to strengthen bilateral coordination; 8. Strengthen hand grasp and flexibility