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Santa @ True West
Dec
15
11:00 AM11:00

Santa @ True West

TRUE WEST BREWING CO. EVENT

Join True West Brewing Co. for a festive holiday experience with Santa in the Speakeasy! Bring the whole family for a memorable visit from 11 AM to 1 PM on December 15th. Enjoy photo opportunities with Santa, sip on delicious hot cocoa from the hot cocoa bar, and every child will leave with a special gift from Santa. Tickets are $10 per child and include all these festive activities. REGISTER HERE

Please note, Eventbrite tickets do not guarantee a reservation for brunch or lunch before or after your visit with Santa. If you'd like to dine with us, please be sure to make a separate reservation through our website brewtruewest.com. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event to kick off your holiday season!

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Parent Info Night @ Danny's Place
Nov
1
6:00 PM18:00

Parent Info Night @ Danny's Place

DANNY’S PLACE YOUTH SERVICES EVENT

Parent Info Night: The Danny's Place Difference
When you hear us say, "We make an impact in our youth in the Acton-Boxborough Community," do you want to know more about how we do what we do? This is your opportunity to find out!

Come hear from our team about how we're transforming youth programming and how we cultivate a space where kids can be kids. Bring your questions and find out how your family can benefit from our offerings. This is a Free Event - RSVP here and join the fine folks at Danny’s Place!

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Illuminated Birth & Co: Pelvic Floor Workshop
Nov
1
11:00 AM11:00

Illuminated Birth & Co: Pelvic Floor Workshop

illuminated birth & co Workshop

Pelvic Floor 101: Wellness & Strength
Friday 11/1 from 11am-12pm
Taught by Dr. Jennifer Vohra of Bloom Pelvic Health & Wellness

Open to anyone who is pregnant, trying to conceive, postpartum, or at any stage of their life looking to learn more about their pelvic floor!

Topics that will be covered in our Strong Foundation 1 hour workshop…

  • Functional Strength Training with Body Weight

  • Utilizing Simple and Effective Exercises to improve posture & over all body’s strength Enhancing Functional Fitness for Daily Activities

  • Mat-Based Techniques for Full-Body Strengthening

  • Focused Attention on Pelvic Floor Health

  • Posture-Improving Stretching Exercises

  • Core Strengthening Tailored for Moms

  • Empowering Your Pelvic Floor Muscles

  • Personalized Guidance for Optimal Well-being

  • Expert Insights for Postpartum Fitness Success

Sign up HERE

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Illuminated Birth & Company One Year Anniversary Party
Oct
27
10:00 AM10:00

Illuminated Birth & Company One Year Anniversary Party

Illuminated Birth & Company Event

Illuminated Birth & Co is turning one! To celebrate, they’re having a party. Join them in the their space on 10/27 from 10am-1pm.

There will be snacks, crafts, and goodies. Also, since it’s the weekend before Halloween, costumes (especially for the little ones!) are encouraged and welcome.

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Revolution Community Yoga @ Diwalifest
Oct
20
12:00 PM12:00

Revolution Community Yoga @ Diwalifest

Revolution community yoga @ diwalifest

ALL ARE WELCOME AT DIWALIFEST!!

Diwalifest is on October 20th 12 - 4:30 PM at Sargent Memorial Library, Boxborough MA (Rain date 10/27).

Revolution Community Yoga + Fitness Family Yoga will be running at 1pm on the Main Stage with Michelle Goodnow.

INFO: https://www.diwalifest.net/

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Danny's Place Parent Info Night
Oct
15
7:00 PM19:00

Danny's Place Parent Info Night

Danny’s Place Youth Services Parent Event

Join Danny’s Place Youth Services on October 15th at 7 PM for an insightful seminar by The ParentsEstatePlanning Law Firm, PC.

As parents, it’s crucial to secure your family's future by planning ahead. This event will help you navigate estate planning with expert guidance tailored to families like yours.

Registration is free, and while attendance costs nothing, we welcome donations to support the ongoing mission of Danny’s Place in creating impactful programs for youth.

Save your spot and register today!

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Danny's Place September Sneak Peak
Sep
19
4:30 PM16:30

Danny's Place September Sneak Peak

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danny’s place youth services event

Come to Danny's Place and explore their programs, chat with staff, and enjoy a fun scavenger hunt for kids/teens. Don't miss out on two afternoons of family fun and discovery! Dates: Sept 17 & 19 Time: 4:30-6:00pm. More details are coming soon.

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Danny's Place Spring Showcase
Jun
5
6:00 PM18:00

Danny's Place Spring Showcase

danny’s place youth services event

Danny’s Place Spring Showcase on June 5th at 6 PM promises an evening filled with inspiration from their incredible Senior high schoolers.

Expect to be amazed by a diverse range of programs and community service projects, each a testament to the dedication and talent of their students.

RSVP for a fantastic night celebrating these young visionaries. Secure your spot and be part of the community celebrating at Danny's Place.

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United for Mental Health 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run
May
11
10:00 AM10:00

United for Mental Health 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run

acton-boxborough united way community event

Moving together to move our community's mental health forward!

All are welcome at the 3rd annual family-friendly run/walk event to support Acton-Boxborough United Way. Let's come together as a community (rain or shine!) and enjoy the power of connection.

Yankee Timing will be there to provide professional race timing to all participants, and medals will be awarded to the top finishers in each age group. But don’t let that intimidate you — you can go at any pace… run or walk, stroll with neighbors, or mingle with new friends. It’s all about having fun together!

Get the kids involved in giving back to the community with a One-Mile Fun Run! They'll be cheered along the route with bubbles and noisemakers. Fun prizes for the fastest and most spirited!

Learn more and register: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Acton/ABUW5K

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Car Seat Safety at Illuminated Birth & Company
Apr
27
2:00 PM14:00

Car Seat Safety at Illuminated Birth & Company

illuminated birth & company event

Taught by Jen Patashnick, Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician of Wonderful Welcome Postpartum Doula Services. Learn how to safely transport the most precious cargo of all and get your car seat installed with a pro!

This workshop begins with a half hour info session discussing standards and best practices with your car seat, as well as common errors. We'll go into detail about how to use the seats, including how to fit it to your little one and how to adjust it as your child grows, whether it's an infant rear-facing bucket seat, a convertible seat, or a combination booster. Then, head out to the parking lot and verify that your car seats are installed correctly and securely in your vehicle under the careful eye of a CPST. REGISTER HERE

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Danny's Place Stop-In Saturdays
Apr
20
12:00 PM12:00

Danny's Place Stop-In Saturdays

danny’s place youth services event

Join Danny’s Place on April 20th, 2024 from 12-2pm for Stop-In Saturday.  All are welcome to this free open house-style event, featuring activity stations for children and an opportunity to tour the space and talk with staff and volunteers about programming. Visit dannys-place.org/saturdays to learn more

Next Stop-In Saturday: May 11th, 2024

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The Silver Unicorn Kids Graphic Novel Festival
Apr
20
11:00 AM11:00

The Silver Unicorn Kids Graphic Novel Festival

The Silver Unicorn bookstore event

The 2nd Annual Kids Graphic Novel Festival hosted by our neighbors, The Silver Unicorn Bookstore will feature fabulous and award-wining creators of kids' comics including Lincoln Peirce, Kayla Miller, George O'Connor and many more, plus stage hosts Maddie Frost and Jarrett Lerner!

The festival is free to attend! For more info visit: silverunicornbooks.com/KidsGraphicNovelFestival

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Birth Story Circle with Illuminated Birth
Apr
10
7:00 PM19:00

Birth Story Circle with Illuminated Birth

illuminated birth event

Birth Story Circle Hosted by Meryl Estabrook and Megan Peasley

Join Illuminated Birth for an evening of sharing and listening to birth stories! Attendees are invited to share their birth story, or just listen to others and give support. Whether your birth experience was joyful, difficult, or complicated, we need safe spaces to share these stories. We carry our birth stories with us throughout our lives; sharing them with a supportive group can be cathartic, healing, and validating.

Hosted by two doulas in a cozy, welcoming space. Open to all women and birthing people. Babies in arms are welcome, but please leave older babies and children at home. Click here to register.

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RCY: Come As You Are Family Yoga
Apr
7
2:00 PM14:00

RCY: Come As You Are Family Yoga

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revolution community yoga class

Come as You Are Family Yoga: An Adaptive Family Yoga Class
For Children Ages 5 – 12 & Their Caregivers
Sunday, April 7th • 2pm @ RCY’s Upper Studio
$25 For Groups up to 3 / +$10 for Additional
Led by Meaghan Brazell & Meagan MacNeill
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Come as You Are Family Yoga Questionnaire
(please fill out this form if you intend to register or have already registered)

Come as You Are Family Yoga invites children ages 5-12 and their caregivers to do just that… come to their yoga mats as they are!

This class offers the benefits of yoga to children with attention, sensory, and learning needs that might not be met in a traditional Kids Yoga or Family Yoga class.  It is a safe, judgment-free space to explore movement, expand imagination, and strengthen bonds, both within the family and within the community.  Taught by two teachers and capped at a small class size, this class is designed to provide developmentally appropriate activities with a variety of supports offered, depending on the needs, preferences, and learning styles of the participants.  Caregivers and children participate together, so come ready for creative movement and mindful relaxation as a family!

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Danny's Place: Resiliency Tips to Stress Less and Be More
Feb
29
7:00 PM19:00

Danny's Place: Resiliency Tips to Stress Less and Be More

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danny’s place youth services parent-focused event

Join Danny’s Place on Thursday, February 29th, at 7pm for a fascinating and practical presentation by Dr. April Hirschberg, a board-certified Psychiatrist with Harvard Medical School and MGH who is also board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine and a certified Health and Well-being Coach. Dr. Hirschberg will present Resiliency Tips to Stress Less and Be More, a parent-focused workshop that will teach how the relaxation response can promote well-being and resilience and uncover lifestyle behaviors and adaptive coping strategies.

Dr. Hirschberg's material is presented in partnership with MindBodySpace LLC, which provides an 8-week live virtual course to train parents in science-backed skills and strategies to reduce the toxic effects of everyday stressors and promote resilience. One lucky attendee will be selected in a drawing at the 2/29 workshop to receive free entry to this 8-week course.

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True West Kids Week: Paint Your Own Piggy Bank
Feb
23
12:00 PM12:00

True West Kids Week: Paint Your Own Piggy Bank

trew west brewing co event

Calling all parents and little artists! Join the fun during Kids Week at True West - Friday, February 23rd, as they dive into the creative world of painting piggy banks! Hurry, the sign-up deadline is approaching on 2/13. Click HERE and scroll to ‘Kids Week’ on the top menu.
Sign ups available for 12pm slots + 3pm slots.

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True West Family Friendly Trivia Night
Feb
19
6:00 PM18:00

True West Family Friendly Trivia Night

true west brewing co event

Gather your family and join the excitement at True West Brewery on Monday, February 19th, for a night filled with Disney and Marvel-themed trivia! They have questions suitable for even the youngest team members, promising family fun for everyone! The trivia kicks off at 6pm, and the best part? It's absolutely FREE to participate! PRIZES for winning trivia team and for best Disney or Marvel themed costume! Don't miss out on the magic – see you there!

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Kid's Week at True West
Feb
19
to Feb 23

Kid's Week at True West

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true west brewing co. event

School vacations can be a challenge when it comes to keeping your kids entertained, but worry not! Let True West simplify your planning with their Kids Week! Join them for a fantastic family-friendly week packed with exciting activities, including kids cooking classes with Chef Jon, a family-friendly trivia night, arts and crafts, and more! Sign up HERE.

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National Ice Cream For Breakfast Day
Feb
3
8:00 AM08:00

National Ice Cream For Breakfast Day

west side creamery event

Beat the winter blues by shaking up your weekend morning routine with a sweet little treat! National Ice Cream For Breakfast Day, is coming up on Saturday, February 3rd. Join West Side Creamery at their shop from 8AM-12PM for...

In the mood to stay in instead? Pre-order a take-home cinnamon roll sundae kit to enjoy breakfast in bed. The pre-order link will be available shortly!

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Illuminated Birth's Newborn Care Class
Dec
10
2:00 PM14:00

Illuminated Birth's Newborn Care Class

illuminated birth workshop

Learn what to expect with a newborn!  Using the touchstones of ABC - Appearance, Behavior, and Care - we cover all the basics, along with oodles of tips and tricks for ensuring a successful "fourth trimester".

NOTE: This workshop is best for expectant families to attend in the third trimester.  Grandparents can benefit from this workshop as well, since current thinking based on evidence-based practice is presented.

Learn more and register: wonderfulwelcome.com/get-started/classes

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True West Winter Wonderland @ Verrill Farm
Dec
3
11:00 AM11:00

True West Winter Wonderland @ Verrill Farm

true west brewing co. event @ verrill Farm

True West Brewery and Verrill Farm have teamed up for our first ever Winter Wonderland Festival. Join them for a festive day that promises to be fun for the whole family - s'mores, kids activities, wreath decorating, True West beer, mac and cheese flights, True West food and more. Plus they'll be selling exclusive festival merchandise!

Pre-order your holiday wreath and festival long sleeve shirt today to guarantee your purchase. And all those who purchase tokens online will receive extra tokens to use for activities, wreath upgrades, hot chocolate, s'mores and more! —> https://verrill-farm.myshopify.com/.../winter-wonderland...

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Dannny's Place Stop-In Saturday
Dec
2
12:30 PM12:30

Dannny's Place Stop-In Saturday

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danny’s place youth services event

Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 2nd from 12:30-4pm for Stop-In Saturday at Danny’s Place during the West Acton Holiday Stroll. Meet a few of the Danny’s Place staff members and tour the new space while children participate in a craft or scavenger hunt.

For more information on Stop-In Saturdays visit dannys-place.org/saturdays.

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