“My task is not to debate whether I’m a Jew or not, but to figure out what kind of Jew I am. For me, finding a secular Jewish community with progressive politics fits my version of that identity.”
Circle Playtime Preschool Playgroup
Circle playtime is currently on hold for the 2020-2021 year. Reach out to Meira@circleboston.org for more information.
Interested in connecting with other young progressive Jewish families? Have a child who’s not old enough for Sunday School, or who’s tagging along with an older sibling? Join Circle Playtime!
Circle Playtime is a free monthly playgroup for children ages 0-4, and their parents. Each session includes fun age-appropriate activities related to a Jewish or social justice holiday. We have music, crafts, learning, and lots of time for play. We always have a snack available, too.
Usually, Circle Playtime runs from September to May at the Runkle School, 50 Druce Street in Brookline. Everyone is also welcomed to join the Chanukah and Purim celebrations hosted by our Sunday School (Shule). It is now on hold in response to Covid-19.
Circle Playtime Topics:
Selected Sundays, 10:30 AM to 12:15 PM
- Rosh Hashanah
- Sukes (Sukkot)
- Shabes (Shabbat)
- Family Chanukah Party
- Havdalah
- Tu B'Shevat
- Family Purim Party
- Passover
- Shavuos
- Holiday Review
"My family loves Circle Playtime. We love the shared community,
doing projects together and singing when the music teacher comes around."
Why do parents choose Circle Playtime?
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Looking for a secular progressive Jewish home
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Seeking to increase their own Jewish literacy in order to enhance their home practices in their secular/interfaith/intercultural family
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The program is free of charge (yes, really!)
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The scheduling works for young families
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Parents get the chance to spend meaningful time with their children
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Meet other families with similar values
If you have any questions, contact Education Director Meira Soloff
at meira@circleboston.org or call 617-566-6281.
