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What is Story Starters?
We all want our kids to grow up curiosity, compassion, and confidence.
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Needham 2026 Winter Program:​
Who: Families with kids ages 3 to 8 years old. Older and younger siblings welcome!​
Location: First Parish, 23 Dedham Avenue, Needham, MA
Dates: February 1,2026 - March 28, 2026
Fee: $125 - Scholarships available upon request​​
Program participants receive:
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A bundle of 6 books
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5 parent guides full of research, resources, and family activities to help parents get started
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4 curated book lists to support further exploration and conversation
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2 family events and 2 parent workshops
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A network of current families and alumni to lean on and learn from​
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Program Dates:
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Sun., February 1, 3:00-4:30pm: Program Kickoff*
Wed., February 11, 7:30-9:00pm: Parent Workshop (online)
Sun., February 28, Special family event (details TBD)
Mon., March 9, 7:30-9:00pm: Parent Workshop (online)
Sun., March 29, 3:00-4:30pm: Closing Family Event*
*In-person events will be held at First Parish.
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** Snow dates for in-person events are February 7 and March 28**
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