Please Join Us for our Back to
School BBQ
September 27 | 4 - 7PM
The Specialists and Ni Hao Chinese teachers will host 15 min mini meet and greet sessions from 4 - 5PM. Classroom teachers will host families in two groups 5 - 5:30PM and 5:30 - 6PM. Join us in the playground and enjoy a BBQ and dance party. Please bring a nut free side salad or dish to share. Don’t forget to label your dishes.



Peer Parent Support Group
The Peer Parent Support Group will have its first meeting of the year on September 21st at 10:30AM. The meeting is led by Sharon Castro, a trained facilitator from Bay Cove Human Services. Parenting is hard. Community makes it easier. Parents of students with IEPs or other services are encouraged to join.



Classroom Breakfasts
Classroom breakfasts are fun and a great way to build community in the classroom. Let's make them healthier by providing nut-free, energizing nutritious options so everyone can start the day right! Ideas for classroom breakfasts include: low sugar cereal, cheese, fruit, yogurt, eggs/quiche, cultural dishes, and smoothies.



The Spot
Did you know that Cambridge Public Schools, "The Spot" has free gently used clothing, shoes, pants, shirts, skirts, jackets, coats, and many more items for Cambridge families who are in need. We have items available for all ages and sizes for babies, young, children, teens, and adults. Please note it depends on what we have available at the time of your order. Please contact Mary Grassi at 617.349.6490 for more information. 

Wanted: Clothing Donations
The nurse needs donated bottoms of ALL SIZES if you have gently used, clean elastic-waisted pants or socks please send them in.

Reminder
Please label all of your children’s coats, jackets and extra clothes. The lost and found was overflowing last year. If items are labeled we can get them to their rightful owner.



Outside Opportunities
Mayor's Town Hall: Supporting Cambridge Youth
Thursday, October 11 | 6PM | City Hall,
795 Massachusetts Avenue
What supports do Cambridge young people need in our city? What supports and services already exist? Come hear from city officials, young people, youth workers, and the Cambridge LGBTQ+ Commission and add your voice on this important topic. Brief presentations will be followed by discussion groups. Refreshments will be provided. Learn more >>

Art Installation at Harvard
With September comes a number of arts and cultural events, including exhibitions and musical performances. Be sure to stop by Harvard Yard to view the vibrant Autumn (... Nothing Personal), a public art installation by artist Teresita Fernández. Learn more >>

Arnold Arboretum
Trying to make the most of the warm weather? The Arnold Arboretum is also offering a variety of opportunities this month, including hikes, guided tours, and lectures.

Visit the Harvard in the Community website for more events and programs happening across Harvard’s campus!

Immigration Resources
Immigration Legal Screening Clinics
3rd Wednesday each month, 5:15-7:15PM
Free consultations with an immigration attorney for Massachusetts immigrants and their families
Community Legal Services & Counseling Center (CLSACC)
90 Third St., Cambridge
617.349.4396; [email protected] 
See flyer >>

Citizenship Day Boston 2018
Sunday, September 30
Get help with your citizenship application! 
Info: 617.694.5949 or projectcitizenship.org
See flyer (English) >>
See flyer (Chinese) >>
See flyer (Haitian Creole) >> 
See flyer (Spanish) >>

Rep. Katherine Clark – Cambridge Office Hours
Hosted by Rep. Clark's Immigration Issues Liaison Katie Worley
3rd Thursday each month, 3-4PM  
Cambridge City Hall, 795 Mass Ave. (Mayor's Office, 2nd fl)
Staff will be on site to answer questions about immigration benefits, USCIS cases, Passports, and more. If you have questions or need assistance outside of scheduled hours, please do not hesitate to contact our district office: 
701 Concord Ave., Suite 101, Cambridge, MA 02138 
617.354.0292, katherineclark.house.gov.



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