All programs are free. For more about these programs, scroll down or see the Family Center calendar. Please be sure to check our Family Center calendar for cancellations before attending a program.

September 26 | 9:30-11 a.m.

Families First, Portsmouth

Mindfulness is shown to increase overall well-being and joy, reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression, improve attention and focus, and enhance relationships. Mindfulness Meditation teacher Kathleen MacLeod teaches us to cultivate the skills of mindfulness to benefit both you and your children.

• Join us for the Mindfulness Workshop for Parents & Caregivers.

• As always, this is free. Child care is included!

• Sign up is required and can be done using the link below.

• Have you attended a mindfulness class with us before? Each class is different and we welcome you to join again!

Ongoing | Weekly

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Mornings

Come play at playgroup!



• Weekly in Portsmouth, Somersworth, Exeter, and Epping.

• Our playgroups are free. No signup is needed. Everyone is welcome.

• Family Morning Out is for children 0-5 years, with their caregivers. Expect crafts, snacks, songs, and social development opportunities for your little one(s).

• All children and caregivers are welcome, to all our groups, no matter the town you reside in.

Please check our website Family Center Calendar or our Parents Connect Facebook page before attending to check for any changes or cancellations.

Ongoing | Weekly

Wednesday Mornings 10-11:30 a.m.

Idlehurst Elementary School, Somersworth

Year-round playgroup for our youngest friends. Recommended for children 0-18 months and their caregivers.



• Chat with other adults while socializing your little one.
• Make connections.
• Free. For parents, grandparents, foster families, babysitters, nannies... we welcome everyone!

Free Adaptive Soccer this Fall

Free! A soccer program that aims to provide an inclusive experience for children and young adults with a range of various abilities.

Volunteers for 1-1 buddy support are also needed! If you are able to volunteer email Taylar at taylar.atozabilities@gmail.com .

MA, ME, and NH Farms

Why should children visit farms? It's always great to support local and visiting teaches your little one(s) about the world around them, creates an appreciation for nature, and (among so many other things!) is a wonderful sensory experience.Listed below are a few local farms, be sure to check their media to confirm open times before visiting.

We would love to hear from you! Please add to our list so we can continue to share in future Family Focus newsletters!

• Tendercrop Farm Dover NH
• Butternut Farm Farmington NH
• The Friendly Farm Dublin NH
• Connors Farm Danvers MA
• Cider Hill Amesbury MA
• Emery Farm Durham NH
• Smiling Hill Farm Westbrook ME

• McDougall Farm Goffstown NH
• Demeritt Hill Farm Lee NH
• Applecrest Hampton Falls NH
• Legacy Lane Stratham NH