Families First December Programs

THIS SECTION: BRAND NEW LISTINGS

PORTSMOUTH

Tuesday, Dec. 9

Family Holiday Traditions: What are you looking forward to this holiday season? What would you *like* to be looking forward to? Come get ideas for inserting new traditions into your family’s holidays and keeping these traditions around for years to come. Facilitated by Bob Pavlik, M.Ed. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 6-7:30 p.m., at Families First, 100 Campus Dr.,Portsmouth. Free; includes free child care. Advance signup required: 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm

Thursday, Dec. 11

Family Holiday Traditions: What are you looking forward to this holiday season? What would you *like* to be looking forward to? Come get ideas for inserting new traditions into your family’s holidays and keeping these traditions around for years to come. Facilitated by Bob Pavlik, M.Ed. Thursday, Dec. 11, 9:30-11 a.m., at Families First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. Free; includes free child care. Advance signup required: 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm

Tuesday, Dec. 16

Holiday Gift-Making: During the first half of the evening, parents will learn tips on how to set up for projects (that can get messy!) with kids. The kids will be next door having a light dinner. During the second part of the evening, parents and children together will make gifts and ornaments to take home. With Parkie Boley and Allison Dillon. Dec. 16, 6-7:30 p.m.,at Families First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. Free; includes free child care. Advance signup required: 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm

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THIS SECTION: ONE-TIME LISTINGS SENT PREVIOUSLY. THESE MAY BE IN YOUR SYSTEM ALREADY

PORTSMOUTH

Tuesday, Nov. 25

Active Parenting: What is your parenting style? Do you know how to win cooperation, teach values and responsibility and reduce power struggles, all while balancing the parenting load? Come to these classes to learn some of the most effective parenting techniques, and find one that will work for your family. For parents of children of all ages (infants through teens). Facilitators: Parkie Boley and Bob Pavlik, M.Ed. Tuesdays through Dec. 2, 6-7:30 p.m., at FamiliesFirst, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. Free; includes free child care. Advance signup required: 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm

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THIS SECTION: RECURRING LISTINGS SENT PREVIOUSLY. THESE MAY BE IN YOUR SYSTEM ALREADY.

NOTE CHANGES.

Every Monday No Program December 29

Toddler Playtime: For toddlers, ages 1 to 2: Gym, circle time, songs, story, snack, fun activities and first friendships. For parents: New ideas for activities and parenting, a chance to connect with other parents. Facilitator: Parkie Boley. Mondays, 9:30 a.m. $5 per family. At Families First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. More info at 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm.

Every Monday No Program December 29
Family Fun Night: A fun, relaxing evening out for families who are experiencing stress. Includes a family dinner andfamily activities. Advance signup required. Mondays, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Families First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. Free. Advance signup required: 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm

Every Tuesday No Program December 30

Mother-To-Mother Postpartum Group: Offering support for mothers during their baby’s first year, when postpartum depression and anxiety are common. Come be with other mothers who know what it’s like. Led by women trained in birth and postpartum care. Every Tuesday, 9-10 a.m. at Families First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. Free; includes free child care. Advance signup required: 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm.

Every Tuesday No Program December 30

Babytime: An educational, playful and supportive group for babies up to 12 months and their parents; expecting parents also welcome. A develop.m.ental therapist from Portsmouth Regional Hospital’s CATCH program comes to Babytime once a month to talk about infants’ motor, social/emotional, language and brain develop.m.ent. Free child care offered for older siblings (advance signup required). Facilitator: Parkie Boley. Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. Free. At Families First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. More info at 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm.

Every Wednesday No Program December 24 or December 31

Terrific Twos Playtime: For children ages 2 to 3: Gym, circle time, songs, story, snack, fun activities and friendships. For parents: New ideas for activities and parenting, a chance to connect with other parents. Facilitator: Parkie Boley. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. at Families First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. More info at 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm. $5 per family.

1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays Each Month No Program January 1

Parent Recharge: Kick back, get involved in relaxing activities, and recharge your parenting battery. Child care and refreshments included. Facilitator: Bob Pavlik, M.Ed. Free. Meets 1st and 3rd Thursdays each month, 9:30 a.m. atFamilies First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. Free; includes free child care. Advance signup required: 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm.

Every Friday No Program December 26 or January 2

Preschool Playtime: Join children ages 3 to 5 and parents for circle time, gym, free play, snack and story. Facilitator: Parkie Boley. Fridays, 9:30 a.m. at Families First, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth. More info at 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm. $5 per family.

EPPING

Every Friday No Program December 26 or January 2

Epping Family Morning Out: Epping Family Morning Out is for children ages birth to six, with parents or other caregivers. Children will explore age-appropriate crafts and other activities, have positive play with peers and adults, and enjoy songs, stories and snack. Facilitator: Patricia Keck. Held at SAU 14 Building (213 Main St., Epping). Fridays, 9:30-11 a.m. Free. More info at 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm.

EXETER

Every Thursday No Program December 25 or January 1

Exeter Family Morning Out: Exeter Family Morning Out is for children ages birth to six, with parents or other caregivers. Children will explore age-appropriate crafts and other activities, have positive play with peers and adults, and enjoy songs, stories and snack. Facilitator: Patricia Keck. Held at the Exeter Recreation Center, Court Street, Exeter. Thursdays 9:30-11 a.m., Free. More info at 422-8208 ext. 2 or FamiliesFirstSeacoast.org/programs.cfm.

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