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JULIA SAYLES
parenting support is back!
​November: 5,12,19
December: 3,10,17
7:00pm to 8:00pm
Caregiving During COVID: a parent support group
 
This series of workshops is geared towards parents looking for support during these unprecedented times.  Each week we will focus on caregiver self-care strategies, sharing of challenges and opportunities parents may be experiencing, as well as tips and ideas to support our children.  This group will be facilitated by Julia Sayles, LMHC a child and family clinician who specializes in early childhood mental health and consultation.

WELCOME TO
Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE)
Serving Watertown & Belmont Families
​The health and safety of the families and children in our communities is of utmost importance, so we have suspended all
programs on site until further notice. 
We have launched both Stay & Play and STEAM Curriculum
​so we can all still play together in our homes safely.
Please feel free to share our resource with all families.

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81899001789?pwd=SWJmVWlZbnU4UnpsbGJLQ1ZwV2M1dz09
Meeting ID: 818 9900 1789
Passcode: B0E0qu
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
This will be the schedule of activities till the December break.

TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
10:30 - 11:00
Playgroup
Come and sing, read and play using recycled materials for group.
Host: Kathleen Maney
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Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88903705328?pwd=RElxNHI3emZwaGtrZ0hmQXFTOHpoUT09

Meeting ID: 889 0370 5328
Passcode: U7HqgL
CHECK OUT THE STORYWALK AT
​GORE ESTATES
10:30 - 11:00
Happily Ever Active
Come move and grove with us on zoom.
Host: Johanna Kelly
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Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89373496484?pwd=ZUhYSE9VUFdUUHZHOFZJRS9WQU90UT09

Meeting ID: 893 7349 6484
Passcode: K43NGT

HAVE YOU GRABBED A STEAM BAG OR CRAFT KIT FROM WATERTOWN LIBRARY CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT?
10:30 - 11:00
Ready to Read Playgroup
Come for a story, songs, and play with us.
Host: Linda Krieger
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​Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89830433521?pwd=VjczK3lTWmhMUWQvWXo0UVZPKzNIZz09

Meeting ID: 898 3043 3521
Passcode: gw9E1U

10:00 - 11:30 
Parents of Twins, Triplets, and More: Come share the unique experiences of parenting more than one baby.
​Host: Jewish Families & Community Services
You must register in advance at
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlcuqqrT4vGdP5jeqTLbCtE31xpI0GluUv​
9:30 - 10:30
​Spanish Playgroup
Host: Kristen Chapron
​Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75882090859?pwd=TnliTTVDVjNLU1cydXpiTG5URDkrdz09
Meeting ID:
758 8209 0859
​Passcode: Pepa
Questions email:
kchapron@gmail.com
9:15 - 10:45 a.m
Free Support Groups for Parents of Infants and Pregnant Women
Host: Jewish Families & Community Services
You must register in advance at https://zoom.us/meeting/register/upYsf-mrqzksywWWpaHGnoXai00P_H1NJw

RECORDED PLAYGROUPS - Click Day to watch Video of group

Tuesday Week 6
Tuesday Week 5
Tuesday Week 4
Tuesday Week 3
Tuesday Week 2
Tuesday Week 1
Wednesday Week 2
Wednesday Week 1
Thursday Week 5
Thursday Week 4
Thursday Week 3
Thursday Week 2
x
Thursday Week 1
x
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NEW STEAM KIT
Need some inspiration? This FALL, we’re offering STEAM KITS with free project materials to kick-start your creativity. New projects are available every 2 weeks. Curbside Pickup: WFPL is offering curbside pickup for library books and materials. Learn how to place your order at watertownlib.org/pickup
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​Science, Technology, Engineering,
Arts & Math = STEAM
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STEM activities are fun any time of the day. Choose a topic and set out open-ended materials.  STEM sprouts is full of great ideas. STEM SPOUTS

COLOR UNIT

Only One You- Click for Full Unit
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Watertown Free Public Library
Story Time
Only One You
By: Linda Kranz
RESOURCES FOR UNIT
Ages & Stages link to book
Making Rainbow Rings
SONG
STEAM Challenge
Math: Fishbowl Math
WIND & WATER UNIT
It Looked Like Spilt Milk Click for Full Unit
RESOURCES FOR UNIT

 THINGS THAT GROW UNIT

Growing Vegetable Soup       
Watertown Free Public Library
Story Time
Growing
Vegetable Soup
by: Lois Ehlert
RESOURCES FOR UNIT
Ages & Stages link to book
Leaf Rubbing
Nature Dolls
Tree Painting
Songs
STEAM Challenge
Vegetable Cards
Math: Teddy Bears Picnic
Curley's Fun With Bubbles
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Watertown Free
Public Library
Story Time
Curley's Fun With Bubbles
by: Sherry Boddie
RESOURCES FOR UNIT
Ages & Stages link to book
Bubble Art
5 Senses Scavenger Hunt
I Spy Scavenger Hunt
Nature Art - Names

CHERYL DEMONSTRATES COOL THINGS
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HOW IT WORKS
Every activity, video, text, or game counts as 1 point— families who collect 4 points
can enter the raffle every week for a chance to win a $25 gift card from
Stop & Shop or Walmart
ABOUT FAMILY FUN AT HOME

EEC partnered with WGBH to launch a summer learning initiative to
supports families with
young children ages 0-8.
Families with 3-to-8-year-olds can learn together by using the activity booklets, watching PBS KIDS shows,
and accessing digital resources on the Family Fun at Home website
Families with infants and toddlers can sign up for a free text messaging program that sends science-based tips and suggested activities to boost early learning and development, as well as look at parenting resources on
the website
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Family Fun at Home website:
bit.ly/WGBHFamilyFun
STORY WALK AT GORE PLACE
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Gore Place has partnered with the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE)  grant-funded program administered by the Watertown public schools to re-introduce the Story Trail back to the property!

Moving from page to page, visitors can read a book from cover to cover while enjoying spending time outdoors! StoryWalks are a win-win for everyone. Families play outside together, having fun and creating memories. Children build school-readiness skills, families connect to and feel ownership of their community, and everyone experiences fresh air and physical movement!

Books chosen are dual language or also known as bi-lingual books (Spanish) and will coincide with the curriculum and units at CFCE, with a limited amount of take-home STEM activities available alongside the Story Trail for children to enjoy.

Directions:
Gore Place is located at 52 Gore Street in Waltham, Massachusetts just off Route 20. From I-90 (Mass Pike) take exit 17 to Watertown Square. Turn left onto Route 20 (Main Street). Travel 1~1/4 miles to Gore Street.

FREE RESOURCES FOR FAMILY FUN

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WATERTOWN LIBRARY
Story Time
​via Facebook Live:
Missing story time at the Watertown Library?  Join us for stories and songs via Facebook Live!  These events are intended for families with children of all ages.  Visit fccebook.com/watertownfpl to tun in!
 
Mondays at 12 Noon with Kathleen
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM with Emily
Thursdays at 11:00 AM with Kazia
 
Story Time Video Library: Watch recorded story time videos anytime!  Available at watertownlib.org/storyvids
BELMONT LIBRARY
​Sign up to get the Zoom link

TUESDAY 10:00—11:00 AM
Virtual Storytime 1's
 
WEDNESDAY 10:00—11:00 AM
Virtual Preschool Storytime

HURSDAY 9:30—10:00 AM
Virtual Storytime 2's and 3's

FRIDAY 9:30—10:00 AM
Virtual Music and Movement 

IMPORTANT COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Talking about the COVID 19 virus with young children
Loads of resources can be found here, from social stories to practical tips can be accessed through this link or at the top of the page under resources.
WIC Program Services 
The Watertown WIC program is open for business.  WIC continues to provide services to families during this difficult time.  Because we are concerned about the health and safety of families and staff, staff are working remotely.  All WIC appointments will be completed over the phone.  WIC staff will call you on the day of your appointment.  For questions, please call (857)-523-2797 and leave your name and number and we will return you call as soon as possible.
Belmont Helps
Belmont Helps is a volunteer group connecting community support and resources in response to COVID-19. We will try our best to accommodate needs- but please know there is no guarantee. We can also help those in neighboring towns when possible. We accept all volunteers who can help run errands, deliver food and supplies for porch drop-off. If you need help, ask.
Donate | Volunteer | Ask for Help | Find Resources | Request or Sew Masks
Welcome to the
Watertown Mutual Aid Network!
In these fast-moving and uncertain times, it’s important that we show up for each other and build strong connections with our neighbors here in Watertown. We all have something to offer and we all have something we need. Please use our Mutual Aid Network to get help when you need it, help others when you can, and stay connected with our community.
Click here for the link
Watertown COVID-19 Resource Guide
Local information, resources, and assistance for people living in Watertown, Massachusetts
Accepting New Referrals for
Early Intervention Virtual Visits!
Thom Child & Family Services continues to provide clinical services to children and families through the expanded availability of telepractice. Our allied health professionals, nurses, social workers, developmental specialists, and other skilled clinicians remain dedicated to providing therapeutic services to existing clients just as we did prior to the corona virus pandemic and state of emergency.  Link below:
https://www.thomchild.org/referrals/
Ready to learn more about your child.  Click here to be redirected to the page.
SQ:SE-2 Parent Activities.
Share these fun and effective activities with parents to help them promote their child’s social-emotional skills.
Parent tip sheet.
17 practical ways parents can support the social-emotional development of their young children.
Blog post on stress in young learners. Discover 9 stress-reducing strategies for young learners, from Brookes author Alice Sterling Honig.
The Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) is a grant-funded program of the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and administered by the Watertown Public Schools.
This grant includes the Family Center
and the ParentChild+ Program.
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WE CAN BE REACHED AT
Kathleen.Maney@Watertown.K12.MA.US 
Linda.Krieger@Watertown.K12.MA.US
Cheryl.Segreve@Watertown.K12.MA.US