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A Directory of Services
for Children in Bristol, Connecticut and surrounding cities
and towns
Preschool Programs, Libraries, Museums, Pediatric
Doctors & Dentists, YMCA Summer Camps, Scouting
Information, Wellness Groups, Physical Fitness Gyms,
Book Representatives, Banks & Savings Information,
WIC, Bristol Hospital Parent & Child Center, Family
Resource Centers, Child Behavioral Specialists, and
much more!
Information collected by the
Children’s Department @ the Bristol Public Library
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Schools and Organizations Listed in
Directory
A Place to Grow Too
Angel Moon Photography
Boy Scouts of America
Bristol Burlington Health District
Bristol Early Childhood Alliance (BECA)
Bristol Elks #1010
Bristol Family Resource Centers
Bristol Head Start
Bristol Hospital WIC Program
Bristol Pediatric Center
Bristol Preschool Child Care Center, Inc.
Bristol Public Library—Children’s Department
Bristol School Department
Bristol School Readiness Council
Capitol Regional Education Council (CREC)
Carrier Learning Center
Century Nursery School
Chapter 126 Sports & Fitness
Child Care Resources of CT, Inc.
CTCHIP—Child Identification
CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC)
Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center
Country Quilt Llama Farm
Donna LeBlanc, Author
Every Child Ready to READ
Family & Consumer Science—BCHS
Family Wellness Center (New Britain)
Farmington Valley YMCA
Farmington Village Dental Associates, LLC
Friends of the Bristol Public Library
Girl Scouts of Connecticut
Ian-Innovative Autism Network
Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning
Center
Immanuel Lutheran School
Jonathan Goodman, N.D.
Kids Dental Care
Les Julian
Liberty Baptist Preschool
Magnet Education of Greater Hartford
Meris Palmer, Storyteller
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
New Britain Museum of American Art
New England Carousel Museum
Parent & Child Center at Bristol Hospital
Pediatric Associates
Pediatric Care Center
Project Interact, Inc.
Queen of Apostles Montessori
Roger Tincknell
St. Anthony School
St. Joseph School
St. Matthew School
Shepard Meadows Therapeutic Riding Ctr
Shop Rite of Bristol
Susan Stewart-Creative Parties for Kids
Tails of Joy READ Dogs
Talcott Center for Child Development
Terryville Nursery School
Thaddeus Bartles,O.D. & Megan Smith, O.D
Thomaston Savings Bank
Tiny Teeth General Dentistry, LLC.
Tish Rabe, Author
Tunxis Early Childhood Center
Usborne Books
The Wellness Company
Wheeler Clinic
Whiz Kids Child Development Center
WOW “Wonder of Words” Bookmobile
1000 Books Before Kindergarten!
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THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
Bristol Board of Education www.bristolK12.ct.us
Bristol Public Library www.bristollib.com
Bristol School Readiness Council &
Bristol Early Childhood Alliance (BECA)www.makingbristolbetter.com
www.mybobs.com/community-giving
Bristol Public Library Children’s Department
5 High Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone: 860-584-7787 Ext. 2021
Fax: 860-584-7696
On the Web: www.bristollib.com
Coming Summer
2015 to an
AWESOME
Library near
YOU!
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We provide the highest quality care in a
nourishing atmosphere while protecting your
child’s delicate psyche and contributing to
building a positive self-image with an
emphasis on general well-being.
Hours of Operation
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
733 Terryville Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
Phone: 860-584-0441
Fax: 860-516-8918
697 Poquonock Avenue
Windsor, CT 06095
Phone: 860-219-0933
Fax: 860-2191482
Located in Bristol and Windsor
Email: [email protected]
Website: 877kids.com
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BRISTOL-BURLINGTON HEALTH DISTRICT
240 Stafford Avenue, Bristol, Connecticut 06010-4617
Tel. (860) 584-7682 • Fax (860) 584-3814 • www.bbhd.org
The Bristol-Burlington Health District (BBHD) is a full-service local public health agency serving the communities of Bristol and Burlington. The District offers a number of services and programs that protect the health & safety of its resi-dents.
SERVICES PROVIDED
● School Health (Pre-K to Grade 12) ● Oral Health (K to Grade 5) ● Environmental Health ● Disease Prevention and Control ● Public Health Emergency Planning ● Health Education
IMMUNIZATION CLINIC ● Vaccine for Children Pro gram (Available free for Ages 3-18) Clinic Hours -Mondays 2:15- 4:15 pm
(EXCEPT HOLIDAYS)
and by appointment.
● School Immunization Records (Available for a fee of $20.00)
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Every Child Ready to Read gives parents simple but pow-
erful ways to help children develop the language and oth-
er skills they need before they learn to read. This
workshop demonstrates how to help children learn early
literacy skills, engages adults and children in fun activi-
ties, and sends parents and caregivers home with ideas to
incorporate into everyday routines. This workshop is in-
tended for families with children up to age five. For more
information. Please call the Children’s Department at the
Bristol Public Library 860-584-7787 ext. 2021 or visit
www.bristollib.com.
Every Child Ready to Read is a project of the Association
for Library Service to Children and the Public Library
Association, divisions of the American Library Association.
Support for Every Child Ready to Read is provided by the
Connecticut State Library and the Institute for Museum
and Library Services, an independent federal agency whose
mission is to create strong libraries and museums that
connect people to information and ideas.
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Teller of Tales Presenting Stories of the PAST and PRESENT to FIRE
the imagination of audiences of all
ages! Meris Palmer, professional TELLER OF TALES, has a mas-
ter’s degree in elementary education from CCSU, and a
bachelor of science degree in early childhood education
and human development from Syracuse University. She
has studied extensively in the subjects of folklore and
storytelling, and is a member of the Connecticut Story-
telling Center, Inc.
FOR BOOKINGS and INFORMATION CALL
203-695-1304
DONNA LEBLANC, author Donna LeBlanc studied music and musical theatre, became a wife, worked in corporate America, served as
a mentor and as a children’s choir director, and created her own business in faux finishing and interior
decorating.
Donna began writing children’s poetry in 2009. While observing her nephew act out the characters he
watched on TV, Donna was inspired to recreate a story she had written years ago about a boy who
played with his toys while sitting in a laundry basket.
As a child, Donna had always dreamed of becoming a teacher. And as a piano instructor for the past
two decades, she has achieved her dream. Donna loves her “piano families” and is ex-
tremely proud of their continuous contributions to the
community. When she is not inspiring her students and
finding new destinations for Commander Josh, Donna is
managing her decorating business, is a mentor at a local
elementary school, and an executive board member on
the town’s business council.
Donna currently resides in New Hartford, Connecticut
with her husband, her brother, and two dog daughters,
Sophie and Rosa.
Donna says, “I try to be compassionate and to inspire
those I meet. Compassion is a powerful gift we can
freely give to each other. And the inspiration that we receive helps to remind us that we never know what our
potential is until we test our abilities.”
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Terry Nursery
School, Inc. 233 Main Street Terryville,
CT 06786
TNS is committed to providing an environ-
ment in which children can receive quality
education and care that they deserve. We will achieve our high educational
standards by anticipating and listening to the needs of our students and
their families. We will embrace & adopt a culture based on teamwork, mu-
tual respect, and understanding, where our spirit and creativity leads to
success. We will continue to learn and incorporate the newest and most
effective ways to promote preschool aged children's well-being. We strive
to be a safe environment for all so we are proud to be a 100% "Peanut
Free" Facility. Also our teachers are State of CT certified in CPR & ad-
ministration of epi-pen.
www.terrynurseryschool.org
Roger Tincknell - Music for all Ages
78 Pratt Corner Rd., Shutesbury, MA
01072 (413) 259-1146
Roger Tincknell has been performing
for children, adults, and seniors
throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe for over 40 years.
Roger is a two-time Parents' Choice Award-winning record-
ing artist with numerous albums for children and adults.
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Bristol CT Early Childhood Alliance
The Bristol Early Childhood Alliance is a community organization dedicated to
improving the lives of children and families in Bristol CT. We are funded in partnership with The Graustein Memorial Fund and the United
Way of West Central CT.
We encourage all community members to help in these efforts. We all will reap benefits when we reach out and help to
build our youngest child!
Bristol Early Childhood Alliance (BECA) BECA
www.makingbristolbetter.com
860 582-9559 x402
United Way of West Central CT
200 Main Street Bristol, CT 06010
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815 Pine Street
Bristol, CT 06010
Phone: 860-584-8687
Fax: 860-589-1267
Whiz Kids Child Development
Center is a unique program
what encompasses the Philoso-
phy and Theory of the Crea-
tive Curriculum. The latest
knowledge and best practices
related to the development
and learning of children.
WE SERVE CHILDREN AGES 1 TO 12!
AM & PM
SNACK
PROVIDED
Owner: Nancy Greenfield Director: Kelly Annelli
Hours:
6:30am till 6:00pm
Infant and Toddler
4:1
Preschool and School Age
10:1
CHILD STAFF RATIO
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T-BONE, AmEricA’s PiEd
Piper
T-Bone is affectionately known to his audiences as “America’s musical Pied
Piper”. He has performed for thousands of people throughout the United
States since 1972. Maybe it’s the child in him that enables T-Bone to connect
so well with his audiences or the fact that he has the energy of a runaway
freight train. Whatever the reason, and before his audiences realize it, they
are clapping, singing and dancing at T-
Bone’s shows. This is “full contact”
entertainment at it’s best and a show
your community won’t soon forget!
For more info visit his website
www.t-bonemusic.com
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Parks and Recreation Main Office 2nd floor City Hall 111 North Main St
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
Main Office Phone: 860-584-6160
Main Office Fax Number: 860-584-6163
General Office E-mail: Bristol Parks and Recreation Department
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Saint Matthew School
Pre-Kindergarten Program
33 Welch Drive
Forestville, CT 06101
860-583-5214
stmatthewschool.com
Voted best Pre-K in Bristol
Readers’ Choice 2009
Saint Matthew Pre-Kindergarten program opened in September, 1995
to provide a quality Catholic Education for our three and four year
old students, a program that ministers to the whole child; mind,
heart, and hands. Students continue to be nurtured in a warm, gen-
tle, and safe Christian environment, where children are able to grow
in all areas of development.
Pre-K 3 Year Old Program
2 Days: Tues. and Thurs.
3 Days: Tues., Wed., & Thurs.
AM Session: 9:00-11:30
Pre-K 4 Year Old Program
3 or 5 Half Day
AM Session: 7:55-11:30
3 or 5 Full Day
7:55-2:30
(3 Days a week: Tues/Wed/Thurs)
After School Care
2:30pm—5:30pm in main
school building
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St. Joseph School
335 Center Street
Bristol, CT 06101
860-586-8696
school.stjosephbristol.org
St. Joseph School
Preschool Programs
FAITH FILLED EXCELLENCE
for 3 and 4 year old children
Our preschool was established in 1988 and was the first Early
Childhood Educational Program developed in the Bristol Catholic
schools. We are staffed by state certified teachers and highly
qualified aides. We have one teacher for each program with the
additional support of one or two aides per class.
Our preschool program curriculum focuses on the development of
each individual child, and assures that all children are encouraged
to grow and learn in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment!
Before Care
is available
from 7am
and
After Care
until 5:30 pm
TUITION ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE
Schedules: 3 year old: M,W, & F 8:00-11:30
3 year old: M-F 8:00-11:30
3 year old: M-F 8:00-2:20
4 year old: M-F 8:00-11:30
4 year old: M-F 8:00-2:20
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Angel Moon Photography 45 Morningside Drive East
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-9789
www.angelmoonphoto.com
R.E.A.D. Dogs are
friendly and love to
hear children READ!
www.tailsofjoy.org
Special animal volunteers with
their owners as teams, offering
children an opportunity to im-
prove their reading in a setting
which has proven not only effec-
tive but fun. In addition to being
registered as Pet Partners, teams
have additional training in the
Story Tails R.E.A.D. program.
READ DOGS visit the libraries in BRISTOL monthly! Come in and meet
our furry friends...and practice your reading skills!
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Creative Parties for Kids
Susan Stewart (aka Suzy-Q) 1-800-584-5603 860-978-1145 (cell)
Children’s Entertainment for all occasions, custom
themes, clowns, characters, face painting, balloon sculpt-
ing, sing-a-longs, crafts, games and more!
Country Quilt Llama Farm PO Box 21 Cornwall, CT 06753
860-248-0355 [email protected]
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30 Pleasant
Street
Bristol
CT 06010
860-582-7874
stanthonysschoolct.org
Early Childhood Programs
St. Anthony School offers flexible scheduling options for Pre-K 3
and 4 year old students. For your convenience, 2, 3, and 5 half or
full day options are available. We also offer full-day Kindergarten!
Students experience an interactive curriculum, rich in spirituality
and values that will last a lifetime.
Before & After Care
We provide morning care, beginning at 6:30 a.m. with breakfast, and
after care ending at 6:00 p.m. Students participate in organized
activities in a safe, secure environment.
Summer Programs Available
St Anthony School is fully accredited by the New England Associ-
ation of Schools and Colleges. We offer a rigorous, interactive
curriculum that encourages cross curricular exploration in: Reli-
gion, Mathematics, Social Studies, Language Arts, Literature,
Science, and Foreign Language. Each classroom is fully equipped
with a SMART Interactive Whiteboard, wireless Internet connec-
tivity, laptop, and additional desktop computers.
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A Place to Grow Too
271 Enterprise Drive
860-583-9391
Open Year-Round
Open 7:00am to 6:00pm
Full or Part Time Availa-
ble
Small Nurturing Envi-
ronment
Nutritional Snacks
Served Daily
Large Fenced Play-
ground
A Place To Grow Too Daycare and Learn-
ing Centers are based upon the principles
of developmentally appropriate practice.
Our goal is to give each child a warm
environmental that will encourage the
development of socialization skills, inde-
pendence, and a positive self-image. Our
experienced teaching staff embraces
the view that each child is unique person
with an individual pattern and timing of
social, physical, and intellectual develop-
ment. Teachers manifest their respect
for children by encouraging them to
think for themselves, to make decisions,
to work towards their own solutions, and
express their own ideas and feelings.
We recognize and foster an active part-
nership between home and school.
DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR:
Siblings, Corporate Enrollment, Referrals, Prepaid Monthly Tuitions
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Contact us for more information
about our members, please visit:
www.centralctchildcare.com
In home family childcare can provide personal, warm and caring setting. Also
the ability to have siblings of multiple ages cared for by one provider and the
convenience of local care with bus transportation for school aged children.
CHILD CARE RESOURCES OF
www.ctchip.org
The program is a comprehensive child identification tool designed to
give families a measure of protection against the ever increasing prob-
lem of missing children. The Connecticut Freemasons are bringing this
fine program to communities throughout Connecticut at no cost to the
families.
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Welcome to The Pediatric Care Center where your child’s
health is our top priority. It’s where Dr. Susan
Adeyinka and her staff work hard to provide exceptional
medical care for children in Bristol and the surrounding area.
We pride ourselves on providing compassionate, comprehensive
services to children from birth through the age of 21.
The Pediatric Care Center, LLC
780 Farmington Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
Phone (860) 589-4501
Fax (860) 589-4502
www.pediatriccarectr.com
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165 Capital Ave
Room 363
Hartford, CT 06106
860-713-6990
Magnet Education of
Greater Hartford:
For students Pre-K—
12th grade
Caters to 50 cities and
towns in the greater
Hartford region
Tuition Free Education
Transportation is FREE
to Bristol Families
Class sizes are no larger
than 22 students
Our Schools:
Breakthrough Magnet (PK3-8)
Environmental Sciences School @
Mary Hooker (PK3-8)
Montessori Magnet School @Annie
Fisher (PK3-6)
Capital Preparatory (PK3-12)
Kinsella Magnet School of Per-
forming Arts (PK4-8)
STEM Magnet School @ Annie
Fisher (K-8)
Classical Magnet School (6-12)
Hartford Magnet Trinity College
Academy (6-12)
Sport & Medical Sciences Academy
(6-12)
Pathways to Technology (9-12)
University High School of Science &
Engineering (9-12)
OUR SCHOOLS ARE ALL
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED,
AWARD WINNING
MAGNET SCHOOLS!
In 2011, Hartford Magnet Trinity
College Academy won the Magnet
School of the Nation
Award!
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Dr. Jonathan Goodman
• 5 Maple St. • Bristol, CT •
06010
Our office provides natural family medical care in a relaxed
setting. Whether you are seeking a complement to conven-
tional medical care or want a naturopath to manage your
health, we have what you’re looking for. Dr. Goodman prac-
tices naturopathic medicine, whose main tenet is tolle
causam, or “treat the cause.” Whatever your reason for
seeking our care, we will thoroughly investigate your health
history and help you to understand how you can feel better.
Treatments: We use an eclectic mix of modalities to help our
patients feel better. The following is a list of our main ways
of treating patients.
Nutrition
Herbal Medicine
Naturopathic Physical Medicine
Homeopathy
www.drgoodmannd.com
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The New Britain Museum of American Art’s
Nurture through Art: Infant to Teen pro-
grams enhance children’s appreciation of art
through interactive projects, various themes,
and engaging artwork. Our programs accom-
modate all ages and focus on each stage of
artistic development in your child’s life. Nur-
ture through Art: Infant to Teen receives
support from the DECD. If you have any ques-
tions or want to sign up contact Katy
Matsuzaki at (860) 229-0257, ext. 220.
Programs for Early Learners: Museum & Me: Playdates with Art (ages 0-
2)—This every other month, hour-long program
teaches parents and caregivers to talk to their
babies about art, recognize and respond to
signs of visual stimulation, and use art as a
resource to promote visual literacy. Led by
Museum educators and docents, the program
will explore a different theme each month
through a story, gallery exploration, and sen-
sory play session. Appealing to the first stage
in a baby’s life, this program hopes to intro-
duce art in an engaging and positive way. Clas-
ses start at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 12, 2014 and
Friday, Feb. 13, 2015.
Early Childhood Learning Program (ages 3-5)
—The Museum offers a six-session museum
curriculum to encourage creativity in pre-
schoolers. Each visit focuses on a different
element of art, through stories, close looking,
movement, music, exploratory art making, and
reflection. Our program will help prepare your
child for Kindergarten by promoting self-
expression, creativity, and encouragement
through art. Groups may come for the entire
curriculum, or visit for one or more individual
sessions.
Art Start (ages 3-5)—Young children and
their caregivers are invited to discover art
together and listen to stories on Saturdays
from 11-11:45 a.m. at the Museum. This pro-
gram develops visual and verbal literacy skills
with active reading, close looking at a single
work of art, and a related art project. Chil-
dren (and caregivers) will be both entertained
and mentally engaged during this period of fun
and learning!
Programs for Children: Art Adventures (ages 6 & up)—Catering to
children ages 6 & up, the Museum hosts one or
three-day sessions during school breaks from
10:30 a.m.- noon. Children explore special
exhibits and kid-friendly topics such as the
art of recyclables through innovative art pro-
jects. Parents and caregivers are welcome to
participate in this intergenerational program
to help enhance your child’s appreciation of
art!
Art Explorers (ages 6-8)—On Saturdays
from 10:30 a.m.-noon, students are welcome to
explore their creativity by using varied meth-
ods and materials to create personal works of
art. Themes and projects vary from week to
week allowing maximum exposure to diverse
artists, artworks, and ways of art making. See
what inspires you and get creative! Artistic
expression provides a strong foundation for
future success by promoting confidence and
imagination in children.
Studio@4 (ages 8-10)—Students delve deep-
ly into various art materials, processes, and
production through month-long sessions held
on Thursdays from 4-5:30 p.m. Each session
will be led by different artists-in-residence
who specialize in diverse media, and guide
students through all stages of the creative
process. From conception to completion stu-
dents receive personal guidance and encour-
agement from professional level artists! By
embracing their creativity, students discover
their talents and enhance their ways of learn-
ing.
New Britain Museum of
American Art
56 Lexington Street
New Britain, CT 06052
860-229-0257, x220
Fax: 860-229-3445
www.nbmaa.org
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Katrina Pandiscia
Consultant ID# w3974
860-559-9237
Facebook: Amazing Usborne Books & More
https://w3974.myubam.com
Tish Rabe has written over 160 children’s books for Sesame Street, Disney, Blue’s Clues, Curious George, Huff and Puff and many others. In 1996- five
years after the death of Dr. Seuss- she was selected by Dr. Seuss Enterprises to create The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library, a new line of rhyming science
books for early readers. A television series based on these books, The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot about That, airs daily on PBS Kids
(http://pbskids.org/catinthehat/).
www.tishrabe.com
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Shepard Meadows Therapeutic
Riding Center
733 Hill St, P.O. Box 2826
Bristol, CT 06011-2826
Phone: 860-314-0007
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood 165 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 713-6410
www.ct.gov/oec/site/default.asp
Shepard Meadows enhances the lives of children, youth and adults living with
physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities through therapeutic interactions
with horses and other animals.
Our therapeutic riding center offers an environment that stimulates growth,
healing and hope through redemptive relationships between people and animals.
Shepard Meadows provides both mounted and unmounted Equine-Assisted Ac-
tivities and Therapies (EAAT) in a safe and professionally supervised environ-
ment. Horseback riding, grooming, tacking and stable management are among
the activities experienced by our participants.
2015 Program Semesters
www.shepardmeadows.org
733 Hill Street | P.O. Box 2826 | Bristol, CT 06011-2826| 860-314-0007
Spring
5/2-6/26
Summer
7/6-7/31
Fall
9/8-11/3
Extended Fall
11/4-12/11
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Immanuel
Lutheran
School 154 Meadow Street
Bristol, Ct 06010
Immanuel Lutheran offers the preschool
child and opportunity to be in child-sized
world where Christian values, morals, and
manners are emphasized. The Pre-K
school strives to develop a strong foun-
dation of readiness skills in every child.
The Pre-K school is available to all who
wish to register. Children are eligible
for enrollment regardless of race, reli-
gion or ethnic background. Class sizes
are limited and registration is on a first
come first serve basis so inquire and
register sooner than later to assure your
child’s enrollment.
860-583-5631
Contact our school
office today with
questions or to
arrange for a per-
sonal Pre-K school
tour.
3 Year Old Classes
Tuesday & Thursday
Mornings and afternoons
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.-2:25 p.m.
5:1 teacher-student ratio
Afterschool care available
4 Year Old Classes
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Mornings and afternoons
8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.-2:25 p.m.
5:1 teacher-student ratio
Afterschool care available
NEW THIS YEAR
Full and half day classes offered.
We offer a 2, 3
and 5 day program.
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The Talcott Center for Child Development is a comprehensive,
privately owned therapy center for children with special needs
and their families. Offering occupational, physical and speech
therapy services, as well as Applied Behavioral Analysis
(ABA), The Talcott Center for Child Development works with a
vast population ranging in age from birth to 21 years. Our clini-
cians are skilled in working with a wide range of diagnoses, in-
cluding Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder and developmental
delays. In addition to individual services and group programming,
we offer parent education, consultation, evaluations and outside
referrals as needed.
For more than a decade, we have committed ourselves to provid-
ing exceptional services and being a strong resource within our
community. Whether you are looking for intensive one-to-one
treatment or a social skills group, The Talcott Center for Child
Development can tailor a program to meet your needs.
www.thetalcottcenter.com
The Talcott Center for Child Development
230 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06032
Phone: 860-674-1824
Fax: 860-674-1836
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-7:00pm
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: 8:00am-2:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED
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At Chapter 126 we recognize the benefit of providing mem-
bers with the opportunity to be both active, and engaged in
their community. For some people, just getting out of the
house is challenging both physically and psychologically.
Coming to Chapter 126 makes it all worthwhile.
47 Upson Street
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 769-7047
chapter126.com
Oak Hill’s Chapter 126 Sports & Fitness center - a recre-
ational facility designed specifically for youth and adults
with disabilities, veterans, and their family and friends
has just opened its doors.
Chapter 126 sets the standard in providing health and
wellness to those with physical disabilities through fitness
and sports programming, promoting lifelong health and per-
sonal empowerment
COMMUNITY•FITNESS• SPORTS
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320 Main Street Farmington, CT 06032
860-676-2288
www.farmingtonctdentist.com
From Dr. Monique Nadeau
When should a child first visit the dentist?
Establishing a Dental Home by Age 1
As a mother, I am often asked questions by other mothers
regarding their child’s dental care. I don’t mind. I love talking
about dentistry and dental care. What these questions have made
me realize, however, is that there are a lot of moms with a lot of
questions out there! I intend to use this blog to answer some of
the most commonly asked questions. If you have questions please
post them so that I can answer those too!
Before we start addressing specific dental questions though, I
think we should start at the very beginning: When exactly should
a child first start going to the dentist?
The short answer: Around the child’s first birthday.
The long answer: The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
and The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American
Dental Association all recommend that parents establish a Dental
Home for their child within six months of the first tooth
erupting and no later than 12 months of age.
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Magnet Preschools and Elementary Schools
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering (Pre-K3 to Grade 5*)
CREC Ana Grace Academy of the Arts Elementary School (Pre-K3 to Grade
5*)
Discovery Academy (Pre-K3 to Grade 5*)
Glastonbury-East Hartford Elementary Magnet School (Pre-K3 to Grade 5)
International Magnet School for Global Citizenship (Pre-K3 to Grade 5)
Montessori Magnet School (Pre-K3 to Grade 6)
Museum Academy (Pre-K3 to Grade 5)
Preschool at Medical Professions and Teacher Preparation Academy
(Pre-K3 to Pre-K4)
Reggio Magnet School of the Arts (Pre-K3 to Grade 5)
University of Hartford Magnet School (Pre-K3 to Grade 5)
Magnet Middle and High Schools
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering (Grade 6 to Grade 12)
Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts (Grade 6 to Grade 12)
Medical Professions and Teacher Preparation Academy (Grade 6 to Grade 12)
Metropolitan Learning Center for Global and International Studies
(Grade 6 to Grade 12)
Public Safety Academy (Grade 6 to Grade 12)
Two Rivers Magnet School (Grade 6 to Grade 12)
Schools with an asterisk (*) are newer schools which have not yet enrolled Grade 5 students. They are typically enrolling up to Grades
2 or 3 but will “grow” to Grade 5.
Please visit www.crecschools.org or call
860.713.6972 for more information.
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Bristol
School Readiness Council
Our Mission is to mobilize as a community to de-
velop and oversee new programs and embellish ex-
isting programs in order to provide all preschool
children and their families, regardless of income
and special needs, the necessary requirements and
resources that will allow for successful growth,
education and emotional development.
Bristol Public Schools-School Readiness Program
Contact: Mary Alice Petrucelli-Timek, Grant Manager
Phone: 860-584-7812 Ext. 148
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One Pleasant Street
Bristol, CT 06010
860-582-1480
HOURS:
6:30AM –6:00PM
Monday-Friday
Serving Children
Ages 6 weeks
to 5 years
NAEYC Accredited
Licensed through the
Office of Early
Childhood (OEC)
Imagine Nation , A Museum Early
Learning Center is committed to the
development of inquisitive and
imaginative life long learners. Our
unique environment inspires young
children and families to investigate
tangible, interactive learning
experiences. The Imagine Nation
community encourages and supports
curiosity, critical thinking,
creativity, confidence, and
citizenship.
*Every family who enrolls in our
school will receive a FREE family
membership which includes admis-
sions to the Imagine Nation Museum
and annual special events sponsored
at the museum.
We are School Readiness Funded
program. School Readiness funds
allow us to provide families a re-
duced tuition based on family size
and income.
New “Imagine Nation
Learning Park”
We are a division of the
Bristol Boys and Girls
Club Family Center
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OUR SCHOOLS: Contacts and Information:
K-8 SCHOOLS
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Greene-Hills School
718 Pine St. Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7822
West Bristol School 500 Clark Ave. Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7815
Edgewood School
345 Mix Street
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7828
Hubbell School
90 W Washington St
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7842
Ivy Drive School
160 Ivy Drive
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7844
Mountain View
School
71 Vera Road
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7726
South Side School
SOAR TO SUCCESS
21 Tuttle Road
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7812
Stafford School
212 Louisiana Av
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7824
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Bristol Family Resource Centers locations:
Greene-Hills School
South Side School
West Bristol K-8 School
We serve children from birth to age 5
For more information contact:
Linda Rich, MSW, Director
860-584-7815 x4124
The mission of the
Bristol Family Resource
Centers
is to create a strong
School-Family-Community Partnership
in order to
optimize the development
of children in all domains
of their lives.
“The secret in education lies
in respecting the student.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
BRISTOL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTERS
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Farmington Valley YMCA
97 Salmon Brook Street
Granby, CT 06035
860-653-5524 ext. 138
www.ghymca.org
Child Care & Education
Teen Leadership
Arts & Humanities
Swim, Sports, & Play
Camp
Family Time
Health, Well-Being & Fitness
Sports, Recreation & Swim
Group Interests
Social Services
Global Services
Volunteerism
Advocacy
Giving
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35 Maple Street
Bristol, CT 06010
860-582-7569
Century Nursery School’s philosophy is to pro-
mote the cognitive, social, emotional & physical
development of the young child. The program is
designed to be inclusive of all children.
For
children
ages 3-5!
Private tours
available
Offering 2 Enrichment Programs:
Music Together Preschool
&
Smart Start Science
Hours:
3’s
Tuesday & Thursday
9:00-11:30am & 12:15-2:45pm
4’s
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
9-11:30am & 12:15-2:45pm
Class size: 20 students
Child/Staff ratio: 7:1
www.centurynurseryschool.org
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Bristol Public Library Children’s Department
5 High Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone: 860-584-7787 Ext. 2021
Fax: 860-584-7696
On the Web: www.bristollib.com
BRISTOL PUBLIC LIBRARY
CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT
Fall Story times & Reading Clubs
for Children ages 0-12 years October—December
Winter/Spring Story times and Reading Clubs for
Children ages 0-12 years- February-April
Summer Reading - June through August
Special Programs - ALL YEAR!
Everything is FREE Please ask about our OUTREACH to preschools program!
We will visit your school for story time activities!
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PROJECT INTERACT, INC.
27 Siemon Company Drive, Suite 312
Watertown, CT 06795
860-274-1558
1-800-505-7000
Early Intervention Services
Project Interact, Inc. was established in 1994.
Provides support to families in Avon,
Bethel, Bristol, Brookfield, Burlington, Canton, Farmington,
Harwinton, New Britain, New Fairfield, New Milford, Newtown, Plainville, Sherman, Southbury,
and Southington.
Project Interact, Inc. contracts with
the Connecticut Birth to Three System.
Services provided to families in the
western and central towns in Connecticut
We provide:
Home-based Evaluations & Assessments.
Ways to discover a child’s learning style.
Services to support child’s developmental progress.
Provide ideas for engaging child in fun and
stimulating activities.
1200 Farmington Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-8022
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The Friends of the Bristol Public Li-brary, Inc. was formed in 1980 as a
non-profit volunteer organization. We depend on the energy and
enthusiasm of our members to fulfill our purpose and promote our public library as a cultural, educational and recreational asset to the city of Bris-
tol / Forestville.
We maintain the Friends Bookstore on the Main Library lower level. Stop in
and get some great bargains on books and A-V materials. Call 860 584 7787 X
2033. With funds raised through book sales and other activities, we sponsor and support programs, li-
brary materials and furnishings not supplied by Library
resources.
Teachers: the Friends of the Bristol
Public Library BOOK STORE is a
GREAT PLACE TO PICK UP CLASS-
ROOM books! The store is open on
Mondays, Thursdays, and Satur-
days...check at the Circulation Desk
for open hours!
The Friends have a WINTER BOOK
SALE in February. Kids books
are .10, .25, and $1.00
Clean homes. Clean Streams. Clean air. Clean Conscience.
Nature has an abundance of cleaning power.
Provide consumers highly effective products, with minimal
environmental impact, using the best of science and nature.
Responsibility to help people create clean, healthy homes and protect
the environment, both outside and inside your home.
Pricilla Castro 860-357-8225
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Our philosophy is to provide
early care and education to
children aged 3-5 to assist
in their healthy, emotional,
social, mental, and physical
development for lifelong
learning.
Contact Person:
Shirley Anderson
On the web at:
www.bristolpreschool.com
We have 2 locations:
School Street
Hours:
7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Monday—Friday
West Street
Hours:
6:30am—6:00pm
Monday –Friday
MEALS ARE
PROVIDED!
NAEYC Accredited
Class sizes: 16-18 Students.
Child/Staff ratio is 1:10.
Fees are based on a sliding
scale.
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BRISTOL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
www.bristol.k12.ct.us 860-584-3335
We offer 3 early childhood programs for Bristol
children:
Early Childhood Preschool for 3 year olds
Early Childhood Pre-K for 4 year olds
Early Childhood Learning Center with Community Peers
School Year Play Groups
Edgewood School 860 584-7828
Mountain View Schools 860-584-7726
Southside 860-584-7812 Ext. 143
West Bristol 860-584-7815
The preschool programs meet for
half day sessions either mornings or
afternoons.
Children are selected following a
screening process.
WE FOCUS ON SKILLS TO PREPARE
CHILDREN FOR KINDERGARTEN
Children who are Kindergarten age
eligible - turn 5 on or before
January 1 - are not eligible for
any of the Preschool Programs.
Bristol Public Schools provides
a language rich learning expe-
rience in which all children,
regardless of ability, learn and
interact together in an educa-
tional setting. A transdiscipli-
nary model is utilized with
early childhood educators,
special education teachers,
teaching assistants, and relat-
ed services staff.
You must be a resident
of Bristol and provide
proof of residency.
The Bristol Board of Education
does not charge fees for its pre
-kindergarten programs. We
have a limited number of slots
available each year.
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Parent and Child Center at
Bristol Hospital
9 Prospect Street
Bristol, CT 06010
860-585-3481
The Parent and Child Center at Bristol
Hospital has a special goal, which cen-
ters on the important concept of
“Family Life Works”. Our primary focus
is on prevention of child abuse, neglect
and family violence by providing support
systems for at-risk families. Our pro-
grams are designed to target several
areas that have been identified as cru-
cial to developing strong, nurturing fam-
ilies: stress/anger management, family
finances, child development, communica-
tion skills, effective discipline, and
planning/decision-making skills.
To promote and support
healthy families through edu-
cation and resources that
help them understand how to
work together to provide a
safe, nurturing and stimulat-
ing environment for children
to live and grow. To in-
crease public awareness
about child safety, communi-
ty resources, and family life
through events, workshops,
mentoring, and referrals. To
collaborate with service pro-
viders to sustain ongoing
agency networking, ensuring
that the needs of every
family are met and child
abuse and neglect are
prevented.
Please go to our website or call us to get
a full description of all the programs we
offer. Some of them are:
The Caring Closet
Nurturing Families Network
The Family Life Works Program
Home-Based Parent Education
Service
The FAMILY WELLNESS Program
http://www.bristolhospital.org/Services/
Parent-and-Child-Center.aspx
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Tel: 860-584-9307
Head Start is an income
eligible preschool
program for 3 and
4 year olds.
Head Start offers a variety of
services including, health and
dental services, nutritious
meals, parent education and
involvement, plus family
advocacy.
HOURS
8:15am
Till
2:15pm
[email protected] Contact
Amy Caucci
Bristol Head Start Head Start:
Provides breakfast,
lunch and afternoon
snack
Is FREE to those eligible
Has a class size of 19
Has a 10:1 child/teacher
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710 King Street, Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 583-8469
www.tinyteethct.com
We are a pediatric dental practice catering to the needs of chil-
dren and young adults. We believe that every child should be
treated with care and respect as if they were our own. Our goal
is to make every patients experience a positive one without the
use of sedation or restraint.
We offer a brand new office with state of the art equipment for
diagnosing and treating your dental needs. Digital x-rays have the
advantage of less radiation. Our waiting room offers a large
screen television and Xbox games for your enjoyment. During
treatment patients are able to relax and watch their favorite
movie or cartoon. Parents are always welcome to accompany their
children during treatment. We invite you to visit our office and
learn more...
We Accept
HUSKY!
Office Hours
Monday through Friday: 9-5
Saturdays: by appointments only
Se habla espanol
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Wheeler is a state funded program aimed at
improving the overall social, emotional health,
and social skills of children birth to age 5.
Masters level consultants work with directors,
teachers, and families to find strategies which
will provide positive outcomes for young
children.
For more information contact:
Marci Arroyo
New Britain Office
860-348-2292 (voice)
860-224-1918 (fax)
Hours are:
Monday—Friday 9:00am till 5:00pm
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160 Wolcott Street
Bristol, Connecticut 06010
860-589-8872
www.ProHealthMD.com
Our Practice: Our providers are proud to serve and enrich the
community in which they live, work, and raise their
families. Regular community involvement brings us one
step closer to getting to know our patients—the key to
delivering exceptional care. Our office provides sepa-
rate well and sick waiting areas and is handicapped as-
sessable with convenient access to parking and public
bus transportation. Spanish and English are spoken in
our bilingual practice. Please call our office if you are
interested in attending one of our frequent prenatal
clinics.
Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday 9:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Thursday & Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
On-call physician after hours always available
Facility Affiliations: Bristol Hospital
The Hospital of Central Connecticut
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Museum Hours
Tuesday - Saturdays: 10:00am-5:00pm
Sundays: 12:00pm-5:00pm
95 Riverside Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
860-585-5411
www.thecarouselmuseum.org
The New England Carousel Museum is dedicated to the
acquisition, restoration, and preservation of operating
carousels and carousel memorabilia and the creation of new
carousel material, for the education and pleasure of the
general public. The main mission of the New England
Carousel Museum, a non-profit organization, is to preserve
and protect antique wooden carousels and carousel pieces.
We believe that the way to accomplish this task is through
education. We are in the business of educating the children,
who are the next generation of carousel lovers.
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Physicians to Infants, Children, and Adolescents
43 Enterprise Drive
Bristol, CT 06010
860-589-5230
www.pediatricassociatesbristol.com
Pediatric Associates provides comprehensive medical care for the newborn, in-
fant, child and adolescent. Our goal is to provide the highest quality, up-to-date
care for children throughout all stages of growth and development. Our staff
of compassionate individuals works as a team and is here to help you.
Hospital Affiliations:
Bristol Hospital & Connecticut Children’s Medical Center
BRISTOL ELKS
Bristol, CT No. 1010
126 South St
Bristol, CT 06010-6505
www.elks.org/lodges/contactus.cfm?LodgeNumber=1010
Safety Fair @ the Library Community Partner!
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338 Main Street, Niantic CT 06357
Toll Free 1-800-445-2722
www.cpacinc.org
The CT Parent Advocacy Center, Inc. (CPAC) is a statewide nonprofit organization
that offers information and support to families of children with any disability or
chronic illness, age birth through 26. The Center is committed to the idea that par-
ents can be the most effective advocates for their children, given the confidence
that knowledge and understanding of special education law and its procedures
can bring.
Through outreach efforts and referrals from schools, social service agencies and
other parents, the number of families that the Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center
serves has grown dramatically over the past 27 years. We continue to take pride in
providing prompt and personal assistance to all who contact us. CPAC is staffed by
parents of children with disabilities who have training in, and personal experience
with, the law and disability issues.
In addition to speaking with parents on a daily basis, CPAC staff conducts in-service
presentations for schools, teachers-in-training and service providers throughout the
state so that they may better understand and serve the parents with whom they
work. Staff and Board members serve on numerous statewide committees and various
organizations, representing issues that are of concern to parents and families in
Connecticut
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Queen of Apostles
Montessori Education
Center 472 East Road
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-5009
www.queenofapostlesmontessorict.org
The Montessori Classroom is bright, warm, and cheery.
The furniture is child-sized and comfortable.
The room is divided into several curriculum areas which
include:
Religion
Practical Life
Sensory Awareness Exercises
Language Arts
Math
Geography
History
Science
Queen of Apostles Montessori School on 104 acres of neatly
manicured land.
The School is staffed by the Religious Teachers Filippini, a Religious Order dedicated to the Christian education of youth. The School provides a quality Montessori education for 3 to
5 year olds
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Visit www.gsofct.org for LOTS of
great information about Girl Scouting!
Girl Scouting’s mission statement is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
One way we do this is through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. The GSLE gives girl the three keys of leadership – Discover, Connect, and Take Action. Girls work through these
keys as they use Leadership Journeys. In the Girl’s Guide to Girl
Scouting, girls expand their skills through badges & awards.
On October 1, 2007, Girl Scouts of Connecticut became the largest organization of women and girls in Connecticut, serving over
47,300 girls. Our headquarters is located at 340 Washington Street, Hartford. You can reach us at 860-522-0163, or toll free at
800-922-2770.
On my honor, I will try:
To serve God* and my country, To help people at all times,
And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
* Feel free to replace the word "God" with whatever word your spiritual beliefs
dictate.
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Thaddeus W. Bartles, O.D. and Megan L. Smith, O.D. Family Optometrists
271 Farmington Ave
Bristol, CT 06010
860-582-0702
Monday
through
Saturday
by
Appointment
HOURS
Children can not learn if they
can not see correctly. A com-
prehensive eye examination will
determine how well a child’s
eyes can focus, how well the
eyes work together and how well
the brain interprets what a
child is seeing. In addition to
providing an eye examination
that specifically targets a
child's needs, Dr. Bartles and
Dr. Smith are available for
school visits and lectures to
parent, school, and community
groups.
Dr. Bartles was
named
Optometrist
of the
Year for 2011
by the
Connecticut
Association of
Optometrists!
Are Advanced Practice Optometrists:
they are licensed to treat visual and
other medical eye problems.
DR. BARTLES & DR. SMITH
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860-585-3280
860-585-3977 fax
BRISTOL HOSPITAL WIC PROGRAM
WIC
www.bristo lhospi tal .org /Services /WIC -
Program.aspx
MON., TUES., THURS.
8:00AM TILL 4:45PM
WED. 8:00AM TILL 5:45PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM TILL 2:45PM
HOURS
WIC
WIC Serves low
income pregnant,
breastfeeding, and
post partum women,
infants, and children
till 5 years of age.
WIC provides nutrition
education and vouch-
ers for supplemental
foods such As: milk,
whole grains, fruits
and vegetables, eggs,
peanut butter, and
dried beans.
ELIGIBILITY IS BASED
ON FAMILY SIZE AND
INCOME GUIDELINES.
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The Family Wellness
Center *A Project of Community Health Center, INC.
85 Lafayette St.
New Britain, CT 06051
www.chc1.com
Established in 1996, CHC of New Britain is the health care home for
residents of the City of New Britain and many surrounding towns of Hartford
County. It is the hub of an extensive set of CHC services including school
based health centers and health care for the homeless clinics in the city’s
homeless and domestic violence shelters.
SERVICES:
- Comprehensive primary medical care for adults and children
- Sick and urgent care
- Well Child care and immunizations
- Physical exams
- Gynecological care, including family planning
- Comprehensive Dental services
- Certified diabetes education
- Nutrition Counseling
- Behavioral health services for adults and children
- Assistance with application for public insurance and other support programs
- Breast and cervical cancer early detection programs
- Podiatry
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MOPS is an international Christian organization for pregnant women and
mothers of infants and pre-school aged children. MOPS group allows you to
meet and build friendships with moms in your local community. MOPS meet-
ings provide a fun safe environment for your children newborn- 5 years
(MOPPETS), a bite to eat, and the support of other women who understand
your struggles and joys as a mother of a little one. Each meeting has a spe-
cial theme and includes crafts, speakers, special events or a curriculum to
help engage in adult conversation. MOPS meets the first and third Tuesday
of the month during the school year. If you have any questions, please feel
free to call Talie White at 860-334-6472 or the Liberty Baptist Church
Office at 860-589-0000. Hope to see you in
Talie White
MOPS Coordinator
For general information about MOPS International- http://www.mops.org/
Meets at Liberty Baptist Church Bristol, CT
www.ctrivers.org
www.facebook.com/pages/Troop-18-Bristol-
Ct/187827027906217
www.scoutlander.com/publicsite/
unitcustom.aspx?
UID=5131&CUSTOMID=17187
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Carrier Learning Center
1168 Farmington Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
860-589-3000
www.CarrierLearningCenter.com
Business Hours:
Monday-Friday 6:45 a.m.-6 p.m.
Carrier Learning Center believes that every child is loving and unique in his
or her own way. We make sure every child has the opportunity to grow and
succeed at his or her fullest potential in our program. We believe children
are inquisitive beings that are curious and need to learn and make sense of
the world around them. This is why we find it important to provide children
with the opportunity to explore their environment.
Childcare Preschool Before And After School Care
Carrier Learning Center
6 Weeks – 12 Years Old
Nutritious meals including breakfast, hot lunch,
and two snacks
Highly trained staff / CPR and first aid certified
Secure state-of-the-art educational play
material
Developmentally age appropriate curriculum
program
Infant / Toddler Sign Language
Transportation to local schools
Summer camp programs
Infant Program (6 weeks - up to 14-16 months) Toddler Program (16 months - 24 months)
Two's Program (2 - 3 years) Preschool Program (3 - 4 years)
Pre-Kindergarten (4 - 5 years)
School Age (5 - 12 years)
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Family & Consumer Sciences Department from
Bristol Central High School
Bristol Central High School
P.O. Box 700
480 Wolcott Street
Bristol, CT 06010
860-584-7735
Family & Consumer Sciences courses offer necessary skills and
knowledge to promote wellness across the lifespan. Foods classes
offer nutrition information, food preparation techniques, and a
foundation for careers in food services. Child Development classes include information for understanding family relationships, the growth and education of children, and well as careers involving children. The University of Connecticut Course, (Individual and
Family Development HDFS190) is offered to juniors and seniors
with a strong interest in human development and the impact of the
family system on a person’s development.
AWARD WINNING PROGRAM!
BRISTOL - Two Bristol Central High School teachers received a
plaque from the Board of Education for their work with students
studying early childhood education. Family and consumer sciences
teachers Maureen Moskowitz and Tina Twiggs were recognized last
week for having their students achieve the number one ranking in
the state on the 2012 Connecticut Statewide Career and Technical
Educational (CTE) Assessment, in the area of early childhood edu-
cation services, family and consumer... The Bristol Press December 2012!
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Licensed by the state of Connecticut
Hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
6 week old infants through 8 year olds (before & after school care) accepted
Nursery program
Structured learning environment (including phonics) for 2 years olds through K5
Lessons taught from the Bible
Loving, caring, compassionate staff
Providing family-like surroundings
• Parents involvement encouraged
Daycare
Call director, Kathy Orie at 860-589-0000 ext. 2
Liberty Baptist
265 Maple Avenue
Bristol, CT 06016