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All About Playgroups

What are playgroups?

Playgroup is an hour of fun for you and your little one!  We focus on a learning theme each month by playing with appropriate toys and activities together. We take time to clean up our toys, read stories together, and sing songs.  Your child will also learn about making friends, sharing, taking turns, and interacting in a group.  It is always free and there’s no pre-registration.

Why should my child and I attend playgroups?

Playgroup is a great way for your child to begin making friends, in fact, many grown ups do the same thing!  Social skills are key in helping a child get ready for school, so we are happy to provide this opportunity. The Judy Center’s goal is Kindergarten Readiness, and this begins with social and emotional development!

Where and when can we attend?

When possible, we are encouraging families to attend their home school site.  We also have community locations and online playgroups.  You can check out our monthly calendars here on our website and on our social media channels. If you have any questions regarding playgroup, please reach out to Katie Valetutti at kevaletutti@ccps.org

All Judy Center Programming is FREE to Families!
There is no pre-registration to attend playgroups.

Community Playgroup Locations

The Family Education Center

200 Road B Hollingsworth Manor

Elkton, MD 21921

Tuesdays 9-10

School Playgroup Locations

The Neighborhood Community Center 

121 E. Stockton St.

Elkton, MD 21921

Tuesdays 11-12

"Pre-registration is not required. Please reach out to Katie Valetutti if you have playgroup questions or will be bringing an older sibling to playgroups this summer: kevaletutti@ccps.org."

Online Play Time with Lenore Blank Kelner, Inc.

This option is great for:

Child Care Providers!

When families just can’t make it out to their in-person playgroup!

You or your little one on days you may not feel well, but you still have the energy to play!

Enjoying playgroups and seeing your friends from the comfort of your own home!

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