Events
April 16, 2025
Edward Street's 5th annual Children's Art Show is here! This year's show, "'Tell Me About It' — Trauma-Informed Art Activities for Young Children," highlights the beauty of the Process Art approach. Process Art focuses on the creative journey instead of the final product. It encourages children to...
April 9, 2025
Budget season is underway! Now's the time to advocate for state budget funding that benefits children in Worcester and its surrounding communities. Let's work together to encourage Massachusetts lawmakers to keep investing in children. Read on to learn about Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey's...
December 13, 2024
The holiday season is here! Celebrate the holidays in Worcester and its surrounding communities. Here, parents, care providers, and children can enjoy a wide range of holiday festivities, including: 1. Ice Skating at The Oval Located in the heart of downtown, The Oval is Worcester's premier spot...
October 23, 2024
Election Day is almost here! Voting gives a voice to families, care providers, and educators who want to improve the lives of children in Massachusetts and across the country. Learn about the key issues in early education and care today and, when Election Day arrives, how you can make the most of...
October 18, 2024
Last month, Edward Street hosted our 13th Annual Day of Play Family Festival at Worcester's Elm Park. Our festival included more than 60 activities and main stage performances. Focused on teaching children essential life skills, these showcased the power of play for learning. This year's festival...
September 9, 2024
Want to get outdoors, enjoy time with family and friends, and engage in learning activities that are fun for all ages? We've got you covered! Edward Street is hosting our 13th annual Day of Play Family Festival on Saturday, September 14 at Worcester's Elm Park. Here's everything you need to know...
September 3, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Worcester, MA (September 3, 2024) - Edward Street is proudly hosting Worcester’s 13th annual Day of Play Family Festival on Saturday, September 14th from 11:00AM-4:00PM at Elm Park. Families and children can immerse themselves in the power of play with over 50 activities to...
August 29, 2024
Can math be fun for children, teachers, parents, and caregivers? Absolutely! Today, the Young Mathematicians (YM) project at global nonprofit Education Development Center (EDC) provides engaging, interactive mathematics games to promote math skills development among young children in Worcester...
August 22, 2024
Focused on listening, learning, and innovating in early education and care, the Healey-Driscoll Administration's Early Education and Child Care Task Force is giving a voice to parents, educators, and care providers in Massachusetts. As part of its efforts, the interagency task force has hosted 14...
June 13, 2024
Summer has arrived! School is out, and families can enjoy many summertime activities in Worcester. Summer offers new opportunities for parents and children to have fun and learn together. It also allows parents to support the growth and development of their children. 5 Family-Friendly Summer...