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We're back online! Thank you for your patience during this challenging time. You can now visit us at www.buildingbrightfutures.org to discover what's new at BBF.
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"In our study, food insecurity in infancy and toddlerhood predicted lower cognitive and social-emotional skills in kindergarten, skills that can predict later success in academics and life." - Anna Johnson, assistant professor of psychology at Georgetown University
Food insecurity has impact on school readiness, performance
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Ruined clothes, stains, spills, oh my! Take advantage of these 10 tips to keep messy play clean.
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Messy play is often a turn off to doing activities with your kids. These 10 tips to keep it clean will encourage more messy play activities!
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New research at Harvard University Center on the Developing Child found that over 1 million neural connections are made per second in the first few years of life.
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Upcoming Events
Statewide Events
May 22
We facilitate free, weekly playgroups for families and caregivers with children birth to age five and provide large and small motor activities, gym time, crafts, stories, and manipulatives. Playgroups are a great way for connect with other families, find out about other resources in the area, and begin conversations about child development and parenting. Gym time is from 9:00-10:00 am. Playgroups do not meet when school is not in session.
For more information or directions, please contact Burlington BBF town coordinator Beth at 578-6471.
May 22
The Family Place Playgroup (birth to age 5) is held on Mondays and Fridays in the morning from 9:00 until 10:30 at the Olcott House.
May 22
Come to play and meet new friends. Children love playing with others. All parents with young children are welcomed. Contact Celeste at 886-5242 or email at celestem@vermontel.net.
May 22
We facilitate free, weekly playgroups for families and caregivers with children birth to age five and provide large and small motor activities, crafts, stories, and manipulatives. Playgroups are a great way for connect with other families, find out about other resources in the area, and begin conversations about child development and parenting.
Playgroups do not meet when school is not in session.
For more information, please contact Charlotte BBF town coordinator Colleen at bbfcharlotteplaygroup@gmail.com
May 22
Designed for children under 15 months of age. Join us to explore a board book, rhymes and all things baby! Free and open to the public. Call (802) 885-3108 for more information.
May 22
Play groups provide an opportunity for parents and their children (ages birth – 5 years) to meet new friends, share experiences, receive support and just have fun! A Milton Family Community Center staff member facilitates all play groups that include open-ended activities in an inviting and enriching environment. Play groups are open to everyone at no cost. Playgroups follow the Milton Town School District Calendar and are not held during school vacations.
Contact: Sara Robinson at Milton Family Center at 802-893–1457
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Chittenden – Playgroups & Events
May 22
We facilitate free, weekly playgroups for families and caregivers with children birth to age five and provide large and small motor activities, gym time, crafts, stories, and manipulatives. Playgroups are a great way for connect with other families, find out about other resources in the area, and begin conversations about child development and parenting. Gym time is from 9:00-10:00 am. Playgroups do not meet when school is not in session.
For more information or directions, please contact Burlington BBF town coordinator Beth at 578-6471.
May 22
We facilitate free, weekly playgroups for families and caregivers with children birth to age five and provide large and small motor activities, crafts, stories, and manipulatives. Playgroups are a great way for connect with other families, find out about other resources in the area, and begin conversations about child development and parenting.
Playgroups do not meet when school is not in session.
For more information, please contact Charlotte BBF town coordinator Colleen at bbfcharlotteplaygroup@gmail.com
May 22
Play groups provide an opportunity for parents and their children (ages birth – 5 years) to meet new friends, share experiences, receive support and just have fun! A Milton Family Community Center staff member facilitates all play groups that include open-ended activities in an inviting and enriching environment. Play groups are open to everyone at no cost. Playgroups follow the Milton Town School District Calendar and are not held during school vacations.
Contact: Sara Robinson at Milton Family Center at 802-893–1457
May 22
We facilitate free, weekly playgroups for families and caregivers with children birth to age five and provide large and small motor activities, crafts, stories, and manipulatives. Playgroups are a great way for connect with other families, find out about other resources in the area, and begin conversations about child development and parenting.
Please note we have a new meeting location.
For more information, please contact South Burlington BBF town coordinator Colleen 802-489-0410 or SBurlFC@gmail.com.
May 22
The VNA Family room facilitates free programs for families and caregivers with children birth to age five and provide large and small motor activities, crafts, stories, and manipulatives as well as a snack. Playgroups are a great way for connect with other families, find out about other resources in the area, and begin conversations about child development and parenting.
This group is for babies and toddlers ages 0-3 years.
For more information please contact the VNA Family Room at 862–2121 and look for a monthly calendar of events:
http://www.vnacares.org/health-care-services/family-childrens-services/family-room
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Lamoille Valley – Playgroups & Events
Jun 1
A playgroup for the youngest members of our community and their parents; come play, socialize and make new friends while learning about developmental expectations and needs for your child. A local specialist in child health will be available at the groups as a resource. The groups are free and no registration is required – just attend any or all of the groups listed:
- 1st Thursday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Playroom, 30 Fairgrounds Plaza, in Lamoille Valley
- 2nd Saturday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Lamoille Family Center in Lamoille Valley
- 4th Tuesday of each month @ 10 – 11:30 am @ the Church of the Nazarene in Johnson
Jun 10
A playgroup for the youngest members of our community and their parents; come play, socialize and make new friends while learning about developmental expectations and needs for your child. A local specialist in child health will be available at the groups as a resource. The groups are free and no registration is required – just attend any or all of the groups listed:
- 1st Thursday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Playroom, 30 Fairgrounds Plaza, in Lamoille Valley
- 2nd Saturday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Lamoille Family Center in Lamoille Valley
- 4th Tuesday of each month @ 10 – 11:30 am @ the Church of the Nazarene in Johnson
Jul 6
A playgroup for the youngest members of our community and their parents; come play, socialize and make new friends while learning about developmental expectations and needs for your child. A local specialist in child health will be available at the groups as a resource. The groups are free and no registration is required – just attend any or all of the groups listed:
- 1st Thursday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Playroom, 30 Fairgrounds Plaza, in Lamoille Valley
- 2nd Saturday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Lamoille Family Center in Lamoille Valley
- 4th Tuesday of each month @ 10 – 11:30 am @ the Church of the Nazarene in Johnson
Jul 8
A playgroup for the youngest members of our community and their parents; come play, socialize and make new friends while learning about developmental expectations and needs for your child. A local specialist in child health will be available at the groups as a resource. The groups are free and no registration is required – just attend any or all of the groups listed:
- 1st Thursday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Playroom, 30 Fairgrounds Plaza, in Lamoille Valley
- 2nd Saturday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Lamoille Family Center in Lamoille Valley
- 4th Tuesday of each month @ 10 – 11:30 am @ the Church of the Nazarene in Johnson
Aug 3
A playgroup for the youngest members of our community and their parents; come play, socialize and make new friends while learning about developmental expectations and needs for your child. A local specialist in child health will be available at the groups as a resource. The groups are free and no registration is required – just attend any or all of the groups listed:
- 1st Thursday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Playroom, 30 Fairgrounds Plaza, in Lamoille Valley
- 2nd Saturday of each month @ 10 –11:30 am @ the Lamoille Family Center in Lamoille Valley
- 4th Tuesday of each month @ 10 – 11:30 am @ the Church of the Nazarene in Johnson
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Central Vermont – Playgroups & Events
May 24
Join us for story time and playgroup! Story time with Sylvia begins at 10 and is followed by playgroup with Cassie at 10:30. Free and open to families with children under 6 years. Sponsored by Central Vermont Building Bright Futures Council. For more information, contact Susan Green at (802) 426-3581 or jaquithpubliclibrary@gmail.com
May 31
Join us for story time and playgroup! Story time with Sylvia begins at 10 and is followed by playgroup with Cassie at 10:30. Free and open to families with children under 6 years. Sponsored by Central Vermont Building Bright Futures Council. For more information, contact Susan Green at (802) 426-3581 or jaquithpubliclibrary@gmail.com
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Northern Windsor & Orange – Playgroups & Events
May 22
The Family Place Playgroup (birth to age 5) is held on Mondays and Fridays in the morning from 9:00 until 10:30 at the Olcott House.
May 23
Join us on Tuesdays from 9:00-11:00 at the Grace Methodist Church. Contact the Orange County Parent Child Center at 888/685-2264
May 23
Join us on Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30 at the First Congregational Church. Contact the Orange County Parent Child Center at 888/685-2264
May 24
The South Royalton Playgroup is held on Wednesdays in the morning from 9:30 until 11:00 at the United Church on North Main Street in South Royalton.
May 24
Join us on Wednesdays from 9:30-11:00 at the United Church on the Green. Contact the Orange County Parent Child Center at 888/685-2264
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Springfield Area – Playgroups & Events
May 22
Come to play and meet new friends. Children love playing with others. All parents with young children are welcomed. Contact Celeste at 886-5242 or email at celestem@vermontel.net.
May 22
Designed for children under 15 months of age. Join us to explore a board book, rhymes and all things baby! Free and open to the public. Call (802) 885-3108 for more information.
May 23
An active play time specifically designed for children aged 6 months through 5 years! Free to member families and $10 per visit or $70 for 10 visits. Scholarships are available. Call (802) 885-2568 or info@myreccenter.org for more information.
May 23
Join us for stories, songs, crafts and activities for children under 5 years of age! Free and open to the public. Call (802) 885-3108 for more information.
May 23
Every Tuesday morning at 10:30 for toddlers and preschoolers. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and activities. Contact 463-4270 for more information.
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Bennington – Playgroups & Events
May 22
Bennington Free Library Playgroup
Hosted by SVMC- EI
Contact Jennie at 447-2768
May 29
Bennington Free Library Playgroup
Hosted by SVMC- EI
Contact Jennie at 447-2768
Jun 5
Bennington Free Library Playgroup
Hosted by SVMC- EI
Contact Jennie at 447-2768
Jun 12
Bennington Free Library Playgroup
Hosted by SVMC- EI
Contact Jennie at 447-2768
Jun 14
The Bennington BBF- Early Childhood Council
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of Every Month
From 11 am to 1 pm
Mission
Working together for the good of children and families
Vision
The Building Bright Futures Council is a shared forum where parents, administrators and direct service providers committed to respectful, safe and non-judgmental relationships work together to support positive outcomes for young children and families in Bennington and surrounding areas.
Everyone is welcome – information rstromgren@buildingbrightfutures.org
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