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Combined Jewish Philanthropies welcomes new families.

Let us welcome your family to the Jewish community with a home visit, FREE gift tote and resources including information about programs and events in your area. If you have had or adopted a baby in the last six months, we would love to meet you! Contact us today, and a trained volunteer will personally deliver your free Welcome Baby! gift tote that includes:

$25 Magic Beans gift certificate
FREE subscription to PJ Library
High-quality baby toys
Community resource guide
Invitations to parenting and play groups
Information about local congregations and Jewish family events

"The visitor was very nice and kind. We were blown away by the gift basket! Welcome Baby! really helped us make connections in our Jewish community.” Laura M., Boston

For more information on Welcome Baby! in Boston, Metro North, South Area or North Shore please send an email to: Welcome Baby Coordinator at welcomebaby@jfcsboston.org.

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Welcome Baby! Program

Summerquest Camp for kids aed 5-14 at the Crane Estate in Ipswich Massachusetts

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, January 7

Mini Movers at North Shore Children's Museum

Mini Movers is an engaging dance and movement class for young children at the North Shore Children's Museum. Led by experienced instructors, the program introduces young children to the world of dance in a safe and nurturing environment.

Where: North Shore Children's Museum

10:00 am to 11:00 am

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Saturday, January 10

Sourdough Bread Workshop at Appleton Farms

In this culinary workshop, participants will learn to make bakery quality bread with local flour in their home oven. Culinary Program Manager Jess Porter will demonstrate mixing, folding, shaping, proofing, scoring and baking Appleton’s flagship Farmstead Sourdough. Class ends with fresh bread and...

Where: Appleton Farms

4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Sunday, January 11

Sunday STEAM Club at North Shore Children's Museum

Join in on Sundays at 2:30 for STEAM Club for ages 5-11. Each week participants will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with our NSCM staff! Every STEAM club session will see your kids participating in hands-on activities while exploring a new topic. Space is limited, please...

Where: North Shore Children's Museum

2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

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Saturday, January 17

Low-Sensory Play at North Shore Children's Museum

Join us for a low-sensory play session. For some children, visiting places like NSCM can be over-stimulating. This special play session will have reduced noise, crowds, and stimulation. While medical diagnosis is not required, we encourage that these limited tickets be used for families with a...

Where: North Shore Children's Museum

2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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Appleton Culinary Workshop: Chicken Pot Pie

Warm up this season with a hands-on Farmhouse Chicken Pot Pie Culinary Workshop at Appleton Farms, where you’ll craft a comforting classic using locally-sourced and seasonal ingredients. .

Where: Appleton Farms

4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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