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The Children's Center at Groton

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The Children's Center at Groton

Small nonprofit early childhood education center with programs for Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, and PreK/Kindergarten.

07/17/2026

We are having so much fun at swim this summer with Discover H2O, LLC

07/14/2026

Look at that slime action!

06/26/2026

This year’s silent auction is now open and will run through Sunday, June 28th at 8:00 PM. https://givebutter.com/c/silent-auction-2026-piz6fe/auction This year, we’re thrilled to have support from 76 local businesses, contributing just over $10,000 worth of goods and services with 19 baskets up for grabs!

All proceeds will be dedicated to our upcoming, multi-year, Natural Playground Project helping us to transform our outdoor spaces into richer, more engaging environments that support exploration, creativity, and connection with nature.

This week, we will be highlighting a few baskets each day - there is truly something for everyone! You do not need to be a current member of our school to participate.

Today we are highlighting some of our most sought after baskets centered around road trips and getaways, (with and without the kids) and local dining.

Our full donor catalog can be found on our website. We’d also like to specifically recognize Rollstone Bank & Trust for donating $500 to the school towards our fundraising goal of $5000.

The Ready, Set, Roadtrip! Basket is a $692 value including an overnight deep clean of a car seat, stroller or wagon with Wild Pines Car Seat Cleaning Co, 4 full day water park passes to Great Wolf Lodge in Mashantucket, 4 admission vouchers to the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center just a few miles away, 2 cans of coffee from Wavelength Coffee Roasters and 3 kid sized beach towels from Oriental Trading Company.

The Parents’ Night Out Basket is a $563 value including a 1 night stay at The Groton Inn, $100 to Forge & Vine, and 2 movie tickets to O'Neil Cinemas

A Night in Portsmouth Basket is a $570 value including a 1 night stay at The Hotel Portsmouth, $300 toward dinner and a show at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club, and 2 hand painted drinking glasses + a candle from FACETSetc.

The Dine Around Town basket is a $300 value and includes $100 to Gibbet Hill Grill, $75 to Tavern in the Square, $50 to Filho's Cucina, $25 to The Alamo Texas BBQ & Tequila Bar, $25 to Baileys Bar & Grille, and $25 to Not Your Average Joe's

06/25/2026

This year’s silent auction is now open and will run through Sunday, June 28th at 8:00 PM. https://givebutter.com/c/silent-auction-2026-piz6fe/auction This year, we’re thrilled to have support from 76 local businesses, contributing just over $10,000 worth of goods and services with 19 baskets up for grabs!

All proceeds will be dedicated to our upcoming, multi-year, Natural Playground Project helping us to transform our outdoor spaces into richer, more engaging environments that support exploration, creativity, and connection with nature.

This week, we will be highlighting a few baskets each day - there is truly something for everyone! You do not need to be a current member of our school to participate.

Today we are highlighting some baskets that center on creativity - art, cooking, storytelling, building, and pretend play.

Our full donor catalog can be found on our website. We’d also like to specifically recognize Rollstone Bank & Trust for donating $500 to the school towards our fundraising goal of $5000.

Our Tales and Treasures for Young Storytellers basket is a $507 value filled with a collection of books, listening adventures, dramatic play materials, and hands on treasures designed to bring stories to life. It includes a Yoto mini player - sponsored by Groton MA Womans Club and Target, a story kit + story adventure session with Kelly’s Tales, 3 signed books from award winning author Greg Pizzoli, 6 months of children’s books from Lavender, 2 books, a bookmark, and $25 to Little Bee Bookshop, a star and fairytale play silk from Sarah’s Silks, 3 pigs and 1 wolf finger puppets from Oma Oma Oma on ETSY, a book by Fiwi Toys, and a create your own mini book nook.

The Sweet Tooth Basket is a $241 value with delicious experiences and treats designed for baking, decorating, and enjoying together. It includes a cookie decorating class with Posy Cottage Cookies, $50 towards a kid’s cooking class or cookie kit with Sprinkle & Create, merch from Johnny Cupcakes including a t-shirt, socks, greeting cards, a pop socket, and stickers, and $25 to Dolce Amar

The Budding Artist Bundle is a $227 value to inspire young artists as they explore, create, and discover the joy of making art. It includes a Crayola stand up easel with chalkboard and whiteboard + accessories, 2 children sized aprons, $100 towards a class at ActonArt Drawing School, and $25 to Time To Clay

The Little Wonders Basket is a $304 value celebrating the magic of early childhood, open-ended play, curiosity, and everyday moments of joy. It includes a Tubby Todd set of hair and body wash, lotion, diaper paste, cradle cap gel, baby massage oil, colloidal oatmeal ointment, and a silicone scrub brush, $40 to Doe + Fawn, $25 to Silver Unicorn Books, a set of blocks from Bright Day Big Blocks, and a rainbow streamer and comet from Sarah's Silks

06/24/2026

This year’s silent auction is now open and will run through Sunday, June 28th at 8:00 PM. https://givebutter.com/c/silent-auction-2026-piz6fe/auction This year, we’re thrilled to have support from 76 local businesses, contributing just over $10,000 worth of goods and services with 19 baskets up for grabs!

All proceeds will be dedicated to our upcoming, multi-year, Natural Playground Project helping us to transform our outdoor spaces into richer, more engaging environments that support exploration, creativity, and connection with nature.

This week, we will be highlighting a few baskets each day - there is truly something for everyone! You do not need to be a current member of our school to participate.

Today we are highlighting our 3 birthday party packages.

Our full donor catalog can be found on our website. We’d also like to specifically recognize Rollstone Bank & Trust for donating $500 to the school towards our fundraising goal of $5000.

Our Skate and Celebrate birthday party package is valued at $313 and includes a birthday for 10 children at Roller Kingdom with skate rentals, pizza and drinks, prize tickets and a free pass for each child to return. The birthday child gets a gift, passes for 4 group lessons and a trip to the Prize Cube. Redeemable at Hudson or Tyngsboro locations. The basket also includes a journal kit and truth or dare game (rec. ages 10+) from Happy Lolli as well as a disco ball cup.

Our Game On! Birthday Bash party package is valued at $400 and is for 16 children at Teamworks Acton. It includes 1 hr of turf time led by a Party Coordinator, then 45 minutes for the party room and unlimited arcade play. Comes with 2 cheese pizzas, drinks, a goodie bag item, all paper goods, invitations, and a special gift for the birthday kid! The basket also includes a birthday banner donated by Oriental Trading and $25 to Mama Bear Baking Co. for some sweet treats.

The Ultimate Birthday Celebration party package Is a $550 value and includes a hula hoop birthday party with Emma Howard at Turning Circles- the hula hoop will be used as a prop to play fun games all ages can enjoy. Basic tricks are also taught. Includes a high tech LED hula hoop performance. Package includes all hula hoops, music and lighting. The basket also includes a certificate to have Juniper Farms Ice Cream at your party, $100 to Bruno's Pizza and a pin the tail on the unicorn game from Oriental Trading Company

06/23/2026

This year’s silent auction is now open and will run through Sunday, June 28th at 8:00 PM. https://givebutter.com/c/silent-auction-2026-piz6fe/auction This year, we’re thrilled to have support from 76 local businesses, contributing just over $10,000 worth of goods and services with 19 baskets up for grabs!

All proceeds will be dedicated to our upcoming, multi-year, Natural Playground Project helping us to transform our outdoor spaces into richer, more engaging environments that support exploration, creativity, and connection with nature.

This week, we will be highlighting a few baskets each day - there is truly something for everyone! You do not need to be a current member of our school to participate.

Today we are highlighting 4 of our kid-centric baskets filled with trial classes and passes to all your favorite summer spots. Swipe to learn more about each one!

Our full donor catalog can be found on our website. We’d also like to specifically recognize Rollstone Bank & Trust for donating $500 to the school towards our fundraising goal of $5000.

The Splash Into Summer Basket is a $425 value filled with experiences to make lasting summer memories. It includes 4 group lessons at Goldfish Westford, admission for 2 to Southwick's Zoo, 2 give me 3 passes to Kimball Farm, and a set of foam building blocks from Bright Day Big Blocks

The Active Kid Collection is a $449 value designed to keep young bodies moving and growing while building confidence and developing new skills. It includes 1 month of unlimited karate classes at Luth's Family Karate and Harmony Wellness, 1 month of ninja/gymnastics classes at MPower Athletics, 3 day passes at MetroRock Tyngsboro, and $70 to Harvard Lanes

The Family Fun Pass basket is a $617 value filled with experiences to create memorable time together as a family. It includes 4 passes to The New England Aquarium, 4 passes to Discovery Museum, a family pass to Old Sturbridge Village, 2 passes to Boston Duck Tours, and a 10 visit play pass to Learning Express of Bedford MA + monster stuffy + bananagrams game.

A World of Whimsy basket is a $406 value celebrating the joy of childhood through experiences that inspire curiosity and imagination. It includes 2 tickets to Story Land, 2 tickets to WNDR Museum, $75 to Little Hands and Nature, $40 to Mel's Funway Park, and $35 to The Butterfly Place.

06/22/2026

This year’s silent auction is now open and will run through Sunday, June 28th at 8:00 PM https://givebutter.com/c/silent-auction-2026-piz6fe/auction This year, we’re thrilled to have support from 76 local businesses, contributing just over $10,000 worth of goods and services with 19 baskets up for grabs!

All proceeds will be dedicated to our upcoming, multi-year, Natural Playground Project helping us to transform our outdoor spaces into richer, more engaging environments that support exploration, creativity, and connection with nature.

This week, we will be highlighting a few baskets each day - there is truly something for everyone! You do not need to be a current member of our school to participate.

Today we are highlighting our 4 highest valued baskets.

Our full donor catalog can be found on our website. We’d also like to specifically recognize Rollstone Bank & Trust for donating $500 to the school towards our fundraising goal of $5000.

The Home Glow-Up basket is valued at $1230 and is a collection designed to refresh, organize, and elevate your everyday living spaces. It includes $1000 to California Closets , a 3 hr home cleaning by Brillia, $50 to Coco Home Décor & Gifts, and a candle.

The For the Love of the Game basket is a $1150 value designed for fans who love the thrill of the game, great moments, and unforgettable memories. It includes a Bruins puck autographed by Hampus Lindholm, 4 front row tickets to New England Revolution vs Houston Dynamo on 8/8, $100 to Gametime Sports and Fitness, and a private VIP tour for 10 at The Sports Museum

The Self-Care Sanctuary basket is a $768 value and will help you unwind, recharge, and feel your best. It includes $150 towards a service with Emily at M***a Massage and Intuitive Healing, a 2 hr customized clay treatment at The Voice of Clay, a 90 min massage at Release Massage Therapy, $50 towards a service with Michele at The Glow Tribe, a 1 hr skin care or massage session and your choice of red light or float therapy at Elements Massage, $30 to Groton Nail Bar & Spa, and a candle.

The Memory Makers basket is a $715 value designed to help you capture, preserve, and cherish life’s special moments. It includes $650 towards a portrait session with Kathryn Costello Photography, $50 in ChatBooks credits, and $14.99 towards a customized print with All About Word Art.

05/08/2026

Thank you to all of our wonderful families for making us all feel extra appreciated this week! The kind messages, thoughtful treats, and daily surprises have meant so much to all of us and have us feeling incredibly grateful for our amazing school community. And a special thank you to our Teacher Appreciation Committee for putting together such a thoughtful and meaningful week!

03/27/2026

Yesterday our halls were filled with creativity, joy, and so much community love for our annual Art Show. Watching the children proudly share their work was truly something special.

A huge thank you to our incredible teachers for the time, care, and heart you poured into making this event happen and to our wonderful families for showing up and supporting not only your children but also the school.

We have such a special community and are feeling very grateful today. ❤️

03/23/2026

Here are the Auction items that will be up for grabs at our Art Show on Thursday!

Peace Lily - puppet theater with hand sewn puppets
Lily Bud - maker station with loose parts
Sprout - space toy box
Seedling - doll cradle with silks and crochet doll

We can’t wait to see you all on Thursday!

Address

20 Joy Lane
Groton, MA
01450

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+19784489411

Website

http://www.theccg.org/

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