Childcare facility for children 3 months - 12 years of age.

Sea Stars Early Learning Center

Sea Stars Early Learning Center offers a balanced program that incorporates play-based learning, structured lessons, and physical activities. Children are encouraged to explore their interests, whether through music, art, science, or outdoor exploration. There’s a focus on developmental milestones, including fine motor skills, communication, and social interaction. The facility focuses on helping children develop strong social skills through group activities, games, and cooperative learning. There’s an emphasis on emotional intelligence, teaching kids how to manage their feelings and resolve conflicts peacefully. Our amazing helps kids learn to share, collaborate, and support one another, fostering a sense of community. The facility embraces children from all backgrounds and is sensitive to cultural differences, making sure all children feel accepted and valued. The facility features a large, secure outdoor play area with age-appropriate equipment. Children spend plenty of time outdoors, engaging in physical play and exploring nature. There may also be gardening activities. The building is designed with child safety in mind, featuring soft corners, non-toxic materials, and secure fencing around outdoor areas. Access points are monitored and locked to ensure only authorized individuals can enter. There’s a first aid kit and trained staff on hand at all times to handle any emergencies. The classrooms and play areas are spotless, with an abundance of natural light streaming in through large windows. The space is well-organized, with age-appropriate toys, books, and learning materials accessible to children. There’s a cozy reading nook, art stations, and sensory play areas where kids can explore their creativity. Our staff is certified in child development, first aid, and CPR, but they also have a genuine passion for working with children. Melissa Anderson and Leigh-Ellen Ferreira are two Falmouth natives who have spent many years working with children.

Barnstable County

William Hall

Providence Metropolitan Area

Falmouth

Massachusetts

Sea Stars Early Learning Center offers a balanced program that incorporates play-based learning, structured lessons, and physical activities....

BOURNE, MA – A former Bourne selectman was convicted Tuesday of assaulting his girlfriend. Michael Blanton, 50, was found guilty of assault and battery on a household/family member, assault with a dangerous weapon, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, intimidation of a witness and threatening to commit a crime following a two-day trial, <a href="https://www.capecodtimes.com/news/20181218/former-bourne-selectman-convicted-of-assault" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">according to the Cape Cod Times</a>. Blanton was arrested in February after his longtime girlfriend, Shannon Flynn-James, accused him of attacking her. She told police that during an argument about Blanton's infidelity, he grabbed her, smashed her head into the floor, held a baseball bat to her and threatened to kill her. At his dangerousness hearing, Flynn-James told the court he grabbed her by the throat and threw her into a bathtub during another incident, <a href="https://www.capecodtimes.com/news/20181218/former-bourne-selectman-convicted-of-assault" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Times reported</a>. Cape and Islands District Attorney Michael O'Keefe said the verdict was "consistent with the evidence." Blanton will be sentenced Friday. Image via Shutterstock

BOURNE, MA – A former Bourne selectman was convicted Tuesday of assaulting his girlfriend. Michael Blanton, 50, was found guilty of assault and battery on a household/family member, assault with a dangerous weapon, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, intimidation of a witness and threatening to commit a crime following a two-day trial, <a href="https://www.capecodtimes.com/news/20181218/former-bourne-selectman-convicted-of-assault" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">according to the Cape Cod Times</a>.

Blanton was arrested in February after his longtime girlfriend, Shannon Flynn-James, accused him of attacking her. She told police that during an argument about Blanton's infidelity, he grabbed her, smashed her head into the floor, held a baseball bat to her and threatened to kill her. At his dangerousness hearing, Flynn-James told the court he grabbed her by the throat and threw her into a bathtub during another incident, <a href="https://www.capecodtimes.com/news/20181218/former-bourne-selectman-convicted-of-assault" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Times reported</a>.

Cape and Islands District Attorney Michael O'Keefe said the verdict was "consistent with the evidence." Blanton will be sentenced Friday.

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Ex-Selectman Convicted Of Assaulting Girlfriend

His longtime girlfriend told police he grabbed her and smashed her head into the floor during an argument about his infidelity. 