A huge thank you to Quincy, our incredible partners, dedicated staff, and amazing participants for making these past 10 years unforgettable. Since opening our doors in 2014, BCNC Quincy has proudly impacted the lives of over 10,000 participants—and we’re not stopping there. With our growing youth programs, expanding family services, thriving adult English classes, and vital clinical offerings, the future is brighter than ever.

Join us in celebrating this exciting milestone.

Open House: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm at BCNC

Reception: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm at Pho Pasteur with light refreshments

Explore our vibrant space during the open house, meet our passionate staff and inspiring participants, and discover all the ways we're continuing to make a difference. Afterward, head next door to Pho Pasteur for a short program, delicious snacks, and networking. We'll also be honoring Sau Cai, our incredible landlord and community leader, whose generosity has helped make it all possible.

Don’t miss out on this special celebration—we can’t wait to see you there!

Please RSVP below by Monday, October 28, 2024.

Halloween is one of the most celebrated holiday around the world! Join us in celebrating Halloween by making your own Halloween pumpkin bank! At the day of Halloween is also the World Savings Day, a day to reminds us the importance of saving.

We hope to merge these special events to help participants of all ages to better understand the importance of saving and taking care of our finance to better prepare our lives for ourselves and our family while celebrating Halloween together!

Date: October 15, 2024

Time: 10:00am to 11:00am (Open till 12pm)

Target: Open to Everyone

Language: Mandarin or English

Fee: Free, refreshments will be provided

Contact: Email Kevin Lin, 617-249-2995 x1094

萬聖節是世界上最隆重的節日之一！與我們一起製作自己的萬聖節南瓜存錢筒來慶祝萬聖節！萬聖節當天也被稱為世界儲蓄日，提醒我們儲蓄的重要性。

我們希望藉由這次活動，幫助各個年齡層的參與者了解儲蓄和管理財務的重要性，以便在一起慶祝萬聖節的同時，更好地為自己和家人的生活做好準備！

日期: 2024年10月15號

時間：上午10:00至上午11:00 (開放到中午12:00)

對象：開放給所有人

語言：普通話​或英文

費用：免費, 提供點心

查詢：電郵林先生, 617-249-2995 x1094

Calling all BCNC Acorn alumni, parents and teachers!  

BCNC’s Acorn program turns 50 years old in September!  Mark your calendars for this reunion as we celebrate an incredible half century of exceptional dual language child care services in Boston Chinatown.

Reconnect with fellow alumni, beloved teachers, and supportive parents. It's a perfect opportunity to relive cherished memories and create new ones.

Special Highlight: We salute Master Teacher and Assistant Director, Lai Chan, for her remarkable 43 years of dedicated service to our children. Join us in applauding her unwavering commitment and passion. Read more about her experience.

Please consider making a small gift to support Acorn teachers on our $50 for 50 years campaign!

Due to limited spots, please RSVP by September 25th, 2024.

Contact: events@bcnc.net

這個課程提供一個平台讓小孩及家長認識新朋友，並與他人積極互動。通過有趣的繪畫和手工製作等活動，培養小孩對美術的認識和興趣，也增進親子之間的感情交流。本課程共有四次，每次一小時三十分鐘，家長和孩子共同參加，

日期：2024年9月25號至10月16號; 每週三(共4堂課)

時間：3:30pm 至 5:00pm

地點：BCNC昆市 (1458 Hancock St #306, Quincy, MA 02169 )

服務對象: 6至11岁的特殊需要儿童和家长

語言：普通話，英文

費用：免費

查詢：

電郵聯絡: Chuanwei.zhou@bcnc.net

電話聯繫周先生: 617-249-2995 x1026

This class provides a platform for children and parents to meet new friends and interact with others. Through the interesting drawing and hand-on art activities, children develop their understanding and interest in arts, as well as improve communication between parents and children. There are 4 sessions in total for this class, 90 minutes per session, parents and children join together.

Date: September 25th 2024 to October 16th, 2024 Every Wednesday (4 sessions in total)

Time: 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Location: BCNC Quincy (1458 Hancock St #306, Quincy, MA 02169)

Participant: Children with special needs age 6-11 and their parents.

Language: Mandarin, English

Fee: Free

Contact:

Send an email to: Chuanwei.zhou@bcnc.net

Call Chuanwei Zhou: 617-249-2995 x1026

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional festival celebrated in Chinese culture. Lanterns are an essential part of Mid-Autumn Festival. Hence, Mid-Autumn Festival is also called a lantern festival.

During the festival, lanterns of all size and shapes – which symbolize beacons that light people's path to prosperity, hope, joy, wholeness, harmony, and good fortune – are carried and displayed.

We would like to invite you to join us to create your own lanterns, writing down your wishes and goals, carrying your lanterns to not only celebrate, but experience wholeness, joy and harmony, lighting up your future with hope and possibilities!

Date: September 17, 2024

Time: 10:00am to 11:00am (Open till 12pm)

Target: Open to Everyone

Language: Mandarin

Fee: Free, refreshment will be provided

Contact: Email Kevin Lin 617-249-2995 x1094

中秋節是中國文化中慶祝的傳統節日。燈籠是中秋節不可或缺的部分。因此，中秋節也被稱為燈節。

節慶期間，人們攜帶和展示各種大小和形狀的燈籠，象徵著照亮人們通往繁榮、希望、歡樂、圓滿、和諧和好運之路的燈塔。

我們誠摯邀請您加入我們，一起製作屬於您的燈籠，寫下您的願望和目標，提著您的燈籠，在歡樂的節日氣氛下，為生活帶來喜悅、圓滿與和諧，點亮充滿希望與光明的未來！

日期：2024年9月17號

時間：上午10:00至上午11:00 (開放到中午12:00)

服務對象：開放給所有人

語言：普通話

費用：免費, 提供點心

查詢：電郵林先生, 617-249-2995 x1094

The Bamboo Circle represents a network of young professionals committed to supporting BCNC and strengthening Asian immigrant and Asian American communities of Greater Boston. This group of dedicated young professionals encourages philanthropy and community engagement through a variety of events.

Please join us for our planning meeting where we will set fundraising goals for the year, discuss future events, and brainstorm how we can support BCNC

This meeting will be in-person at Pao Arts Center, 99 Albany Street, Boston. Bring a friend! New members are welcome!

You are also invited to connect with each other and go out together for dinner after the meeting. Members are responsible for paying for their portion of the meal.

Please RSVP here by Tuesday, August 20th, 2024.

Register to ride for Team BCNC in the 34th Rodman Ride for Kids and a make a meaningful impact for Asian and new immigrant children and youth!

Rodman Ride for Kids

Saturday, September 21st, 2024, 7:00am-4:00pm

38 Neponset Avenue, Foxboro, MA 02035

As a proud Charity Partner of the Rodman for Kids, we are seeking passionate, driven, and ambitious cyclists to join Team BCNC to raise funds for our programs and represent BCNC at the Ride. When you participate in the Rodman Ride for Kids and help raise funds for BCNC, 100% of the donations you bring in will directly benefit Asian and new immigrant children, youth, and families.

Rodman for Kids is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that believes every young person deserves access to the programs, resources, and opportunities they need to dream, grow, and succeed. Since 1991, the Ride has raised over $150 million and impacts tens of thousands of kids each year. Learn more.

Fundraising  Requirements

• In-person riders must commit to raising a minimum of $2,000 in order to participate in the 25 or 50-mile in-person rides on September 21, 2024. 

• Virtual participants must commit to raising a minimum of $500.  Virtual participation a great option for those who can’t attend the event or don’t bike at all but still want to participate in the event. You can challenge yourself with a goal related to any activity you enjoy and tie it into your fundraising. Virtual activity ideas include: running, cycling, walking, rollerblading, spin classes, yoga, Zumba, or even a less physical activity like a community service project.

Please register by Friday, July 26th.

Please contact events@bcnc.net. 

Join us to celebrate BCNC Quincy’s 10th Anniversary of strengthening Asian and new immigrant families in the South Shore.

You’re invited for a day of community and fun! Guests will enjoy free activities including face painting, arts and crafts, the featured watermelon eating contest, a food truck, performances, music, and more!

Rain Location: North Quincy High School, 316 Hancock Street, North Quincy, MA 02171

Please consider a sponsorship to strengthen Asian and new immigrant families in the South Shore. Did you know 31% of the population in Quincy is Asian and 30% of Quincy residents are immigrants? Your support will build an equitable future for families as all proceeds will ensure local children, youth, and families have the resources needed to thrive. BCNC believes when immigrant families thrive, all of society benefits. The demand for BCNC services continues to rise.

Today, BCNC Quincy serves hundreds of families with youth leadership, adult English classes, and mental health support services.   

Click here to view sponsorship benefits and levels.

Please contact events@bcnc.net for more information.

Photos by David Jacobs

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

PRESENTING

PLATINUM

GOLD

BRONZE

CRYSTAL

JADE

Grace and Bartholomew Jae • Chris Moy & Zoe Ning

IN-KIND

The Bamboo Circle represents a network of young professionals committed to supporting BCNC and strengthening Asian immigrant and Asian American communities of Greater Boston. This group of dedicated young professionals encourages philanthropy and community engagement through a variety of events.

Please join us for our June planning meeting where we will set fundraising goals for the year, discuss future events, and brainstorm how we can support BCNC

This meeting will be in-person at Pao Arts Center, 99 Albany Street, Boston. Bring a friend! New members are welcome!

You are also invited to connect with each other and go out together for dinner after the meeting. Members are responsible for paying for their portion of the meal.

Please RSVP here by Tuesday, June 11th, 2024.

BCNC Family Services is going to facilitate a virtual workshop “Milestones and Early Intervention”. Parents/caretakers are the very first teachers of children. It is important for parents/caregivers learn about milestones and what to do if their children need further support. In this virtual workshop, participants can get information about the growth and development of young children, including milestones. We will share resources about developmental monitoring tools, and screenings. Moreover, we will introduce early intervention and community resources. Let's celebrate Annual Developmental and Screening Week with MA Act Early! Participants can get free child milestone toolkit.

Date: Thursday, April 11th

Time: 6:00 pm-7:30 pm

Format: Virtual

Language: Mandarin

Cost: Free

Population: Parents and Care-takers.

Email: Ying-Chen Wang

Phone: Ying-Chen Wang, 617-249-2995 x1095

BCNC家庭服務部將舉辦線上工作坊「兒童發展與早教」。家長、主要照顧者是孩子成長過程中的第一位老師! 了解兒童發展里程碑與早教資源是非常重要的。在此線上工作坊中, 將會介紹兒童不同階段的發展理程碑。我們也會分享如何使用發展評估工具與量表為孩子的健康把關。最後我們會介紹麻州早教系統與社區資源。讓我們一起與MASS Act Early 慶祝兒童發展評估週！講座結束後參加者可獲得免費的兒童發展理程碑資源。

日期： 2024年4月11日, 星期四

時間︰晚上6點到7點半

形式：線上

語言：普通話

費用：免費

服務對象：家長與主要照顧者

電郵：王小姐

致電：王小姐，617-249-2995 x1095

The Bamboo Circle represents a network of young professionals committed to supporting BCNC and strengthening Asian immigrant and Asian American communities of Greater Boston. This group of dedicated young professionals encourages philanthropy and community engagement through a variety of events.

Please join us for our March planning meeting where we will:

• Set fundraising goals for the year, discuss future events, and brainstorm how we can support BCNC

• Meet our new cochairs for the 2024-2026 term

This meeting will be in-person at Pao Arts Center, 99 Albany Street, Boston. Bring a friend! New members are welcome!

You are also invited to connect with each other and go out together for dinner after the meeting. Members are responsible for paying for their portion of the meal.

Please RSVP here by Tuesday, March 12th, 2024.

BCNC Family Services is facilitating a virtual parenting workshop “Positive Discipline”. Positive discipline emphasizes building a cooperative and respectful relationship with children while guiding them to develop character and life skills. In this online workshop, parents will learn how to use positive parenting techniques to deal with children's emotional storms and support their children develop independence. Additionally, parents can learn how to take care of themselves through utilizing self-care skills in parenthood.

Date: Thursday, January 4th, 2024

Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Format: Virtual workshop

Language: Mandarin

Cost: Free

Population: Parents and caregivers

Email: Ying-Chen Wang

Contact: Ying-Chen Wang, 617-249-2995 x1095

BCNC家庭服務部 將舉辦線上【正向教養工作坊】。正向教養著重於與孩子建立相互合作和尊重的關係, 同時引導孩子發展品格與生活技能。在此線上工作坊中將會教導家長如何運用正向教養技巧幫助孩子渡過情緒風暴, 建立好習慣！並分享不同的自我照顧技巧, 讓您在育兒之旅中也能好好的照顧自己！

日期： 2024年1月4日(週四)

時間︰晚上7點到8點半

形式：線上工作坊

語言：普通話

費用：免費

服務對象：家長與監護人

電郵：王小姐

致電：王小姐, 617-249-2995 x1095

The Bamboo Circle represents a network of young professionals committed to supporting BCNC and strengthening Asian immigrant and Asian American communities of Greater Boston. This group of dedicated young professionals encourages philanthropy and community engagement through a variety of events.

Please join us for our December planning meeting where we will:

• Set goals for the upcoming year, discuss future events, and brainstorm how we can support BCNC

• Create your own lunch bag inspired by Amie Bantz’s Lunchbox Moments exhibition (materials will be provided)

This meeting will be in-person at Pao Arts Center, 99 Albany Street, Boston. Bring a friend! New members are welcome!

You are also invited to connect with each other and go out together for dinner after the meeting. Members are responsible for paying for their portion of the meal.

Please RSVP here by Tuesday, December 12th, 2023.

BCNC Family Services is facilitating an 8-10 Parenthood Health online workshop Series for expecting families from July to December. Parenthood Health Series consists of various topics to offer resources and pregnancy health tips to families, help families prepare for newborns, care for mothers’ perinatal health.

In December, we will have two workshops. In this first December workshop, we invited Dr. Mou from Tufts Medical Center to share how to care for Pelvic Floor during and after pregnancy.

Cost: Free

Format: Virtual workshop

Audience: Families expecting newborns

Presenter: Dr. Mou, MD

Email: Cathy Zhou

Phone: 617-249-2995 x1051

BCNC家庭服務部即將從七月到十二月提供8 到10 次的健康育嬰講座係列。健康育嬰講座係列會討論多種話題，包括即將有新生兒降臨的家庭可用資源以及孕期健康貼士，幫助這些家庭準備新生兒的到來，以及關注母親的產後健康。

十二月中，我们会举办两次讲座。十二月的第一个讲座，我们请来了来自塔弗茨医疗中心的Mou 医生来讲解孕期与产后的骨盆健康。

費用：免費

形式：線上工作坊

服務對象：預產家庭和家長

演講人：Dr. Mou, MD

電郵：周小姐

致電：617-249-2995 x1051

BCNC Brain Injury Recreational Program, funded by the Statewide Head Injury Program (SHIP), Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, provides monthly recreational activities with a nominal fee for participants with brain injury and their immediate family members.

In November, Family Services is going to bring eligible participants for a fantastic Thanksgiving Day Trip to Outlet and Lunch Buffet! We will start with a mouthwatering lunch buffet, then head to Merrimack Premium Outlets for an exciting shopping adventure.

Meeting locations and times: Please arrive on time. Bus will leave promptly.

• Quincy, MA: Meet under the pavilion in front of Quincy Center Station at 10:30a.m.

• Boston, MA: Meet at the back entrance of Josiah Quincy Elementary School (junction of Marginal Road and Shawmut Ave) at 11am.

Activities:

• Lunch buffet: Flaming Grill & Buffet (52 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148)

• Outlet Trip: Merrimack Premium Outlets (80 Premium Outlets Blvd, Merrimack, NH 03054)

Fee:

• $5 for each brain injury participant and immediate family member (spouse and/or children under 18);

• $12 for each other adult and child

Payment:

Cash only. Fee will be collected on the day of the event.

Eligibility:

Participants mush be residents of Massachusetts with an acquired brain injury and enrolled in the Statewide Head Injury Program (SHIP).

Registration/Enquiry:

If you want to register and/or need help determining if you are eligible, please contact Min Zhang, 617-249-2995 x2013, or click here.

**We will contact you to confirm your eligibility and provide assistance with enrolling in Statewide Head Injury Program (SHIP) as needed.**

BCNC 腦傷康樂活動由馬薩諸塞州康復委員會麻省腦傷計劃 (SHIP) 資助，為腦傷患者及其直系親屬提供象徵性收費的每月康樂活動。

今年11月，家庭服務部將帶領符合資格的參與者參加一次精彩的感恩節名牌折扣購物中心一日遊和自助午餐！我們將享用令人垂涎的自助午餐，然後前往梅里馬克名牌折扣購物中心展開購物之旅。

集合地點及時間：請準時到達。 巴士會準時出發。

• 昆市：上午 10:30 在昆市中心車站(Quincy Center Station) 前的涼亭下集合。

• 波士頓：上午 11 點在 Josiah Quincy 小學後門（Marginal Road 和 Shawmut Ave 交界處）集合。

活動：

• 自助午餐：Flaming Grill & Buffet (52 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148)

• 名牌折扣購物中心購物之旅：Merrimack Premium Outlets (80 Premium Outlets Blvd, Merrimack, NH 03054)

費用：

• 腦傷成員及其直系親屬（配偶和/或18嵗以下孩子）每人$5

• 其他家庭成員每人$12

支付：

只收現金。 費用將在活動當日收取。

活動參與資格：

參與者必須是患有後天性腦損傷的馬薩諸塞州居民，並已登記為麻省腦傷計劃 (SHIP)會員 。

報名/查詢：

如您想報名和/或需要幫助確定您是否符合資格，請聯繫張小姐，617-249-2995 x2013 或訪問此頁面。

**我們將與您聯繫以確認您的資格，並根據需要提供註冊麻省腦傷計劃 (SHIP)的協助。**

BCNC Family Services is facilitating an 8-10 Parenthood Health online workshop Series for expecting families from July to December. Parenthood Health Series consists of various topics to offer resources and pregnancy health tips to families, help families prepare for newborns, care for mothers’ perinatal health.

In November, we will have two workshops. This first one will address how to care for newborns during their first few months when baby has the most needs in terms of parents’ attention, sleep, feeding, and crying.

Cost: Free

Format: Virtual workshop

Audience: Families expecting newborns

Presenter: Dr. Gong, MD

Email: Cathy Zhou

Phone: 617-249-2995 x1051

BCNC家庭服務部即將從七月到十二月提供8 到10 次的健康育嬰講座係列。健康育嬰講座係列會討論多種話題，包括即將有新生兒降臨的家庭可用資源以及孕期健康貼士，幫助這些家庭準備新生兒的到來，以及關注母親的產後健康。

十一月中，我們會舉辦兩次講座。此次講座會談論到如何在寶寶剛出生，在家長的關注，睡眠，餵養，和哭泣需求最高的幾個月內照顧好他們。

費用：免費

形式：線上工作坊

服務對象：預產家庭和家長

演講人：Dr. Gong, MD

電郵：周小姐

致電：617-249-2995 x1051