Tuesday Playgroup: 0-18 months

Our Tuesday Playgroup is designed to be developmentally appropriate for Judy Center children ages 0 - 18 months. The playgroups are designed around the CDC's Developmental Milestones with activities intentionally chosen to stimulate and engage infants. Caregivers are active participants in each class. Baby and caregiver will enjoy music, instruments, stories, art activities and much more during class. This class meets on Tuesdays, from 9:30-11:00 am.  Please see our calendar for specific dates.

Wednesday Play and Learn: 2 - 4 years

Our Wednesday Play and Learn Playgroup is designed to be developmentally appropriate for children ages 2-4 years. The playgroups are designed around the CDC's Developmental Milestones with activities designed to support children who will soon begin PreK. Children and caregivers will enjoy stories, music and movement, songs, nursery rhymes, puppets, making friends and developing language skills. Together, children and their caregiver will conduct science experiements, learn new ways to engage their full body in activity and develop a love for healthy eating by participating in Read For Health with our Nutrition Educator. Our Wednesday Play and Learn Playgroup meets on Wednesdays, from 9:30-11:00am and participants must commit to attending at least 3 classes per month. Please see our calendar for specific dates.

Thursday Play and Learn: 18 months - 3 years

Our Thursday Play and Learn Playgroup is designed to be developmentally appropriate for children ages 18 months - 3 years. The playgroups are designed around the CDC's Developmental Milestones with activities designed to support children who are well into and enjoying their toddler years Caregivers are active participants with their child and together, will enjoy stories, music, movement, songs, puppets, making friends and developing language skills. Our Thursday Play and Learn Playgroup meets on Thursdays, from 9:30-11:00am and participants must commit to attending at least 3 classes per month. Please see our calendar for specific dates.

My Gym Classes: All Ages

My Gym's Class is designed for all children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old. A perfect solution for parents of multiple children and for friends of different ages, the class is designed to both nurture and challenge each age group in distinct ways. Children and caregivers in this class have fun as they participate in songs, dances, relays, games, and more in an envicornment that changes weekly. This class is held at the My Gym at the Kentlands Shopping Center and transportation is not provided. A committment of attending at least 3 days per month is required.

Kindermusik: All Ages

Kindermusik is an early childhood music and movement program that nurtures a child's cognitive, emotional, social, language and physical development.The Mixed-Age classes we offer are designed for all children to make music and get the wiggles out together. Families build connections, grownups learn ideas for music exploration and play at home, and there’s room for everyone to grow. Kindermusik meets on Tuesdays, from 11:15am - 12:00pm. A commitment of attending 3 classes per month is required. Please see the calendar for specific dates.

Ballet: 2 - 4 years

The Metropolitan Ballet Theatre leads a weekly Ballet class for children at the Judy Center. The class provides children with an introduction to ballet that also encourages creative movement and enjoyment of music. Children learn that dancing not only exercises little bodies but also nurtures big imaginations. This class meets on Thursdays, 11:15 - 11:45am. A commitment of attending 3 classes per month is required. Please see the calendar for specific dates.

Soccer Shots Mini: 2-4 years

Soccer Shots Mini is a high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using your feet, dribbling, and the basic rules of the game. Through fun games, songs, and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active. This class meets on Thursdays, 11:15-11:45am. A commitment of attending at least 3 days per month is required. Please see the calendar for specific dates.

ReadyRosie Family Engagement Program

All Judy Center families are enrolled in ReadyRosie. Each week, each caregivers receives ReadyRosie Modeled Moments videos, which are filmed in English and Spanish. These videos are aligned with Intentional Teaching Experiences and objectives for development and learning, and show real families modeling fun activities that support classroom learning in authentic ways.

Each month, Judy Center staff use the ReadyRosie Parenting Curriculum to lead a parent education workshop for families. Workshops alternate betwen virtual and in-person delivery. Parent attendees are entered into raffles to win prizes they can use at home with their child and family.

Virtual Cooking Class: Parents

Each month, our Nutrion Educator, Ms. Pam Hossimer, leads a virtual cooking class for parents. Participants pick up groceries from the Judy Center and login on Zoom to cook alongside Ms. Pam with their tiny helpers by their side using recipes that are Maryland SNAP-Ed approved and created by certified nutritionists. Participants are entered into a monthly raffle to win a kitchen related items for their home. Monthly participation is expected and participants may miss no more than 2 classes during the year. Please see the calendar for specific dates.