Join MIT Spouses & Partners Connect this April for a fantastic lineup of events and activities! Whether you’re eager to meet new friends, explore new skills, or simply enjoy a fun outing, there’s something for everyone. We’re excited to welcome newcomers and reconnect with familiar faces. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of our vibrant community—see you at our April events!
Are you new to MIT and MIT Spouses & Partners Connect? Want to learn about how to participate in our meetings and groups? Have questions about living, working, and/or parenting in Boston? Meet with Jennifer Recklet Tassi, the Program Manager, and Vika Palesheva, the Program Assistant, and ask your questions about life at MIT and in Boston.
Date: April 2 (Wednesday) and 16 (Wednesday)| From 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: E23-385
If you’d like to join, just email spousesandpartners@mit.edu to let us know you’re coming.
Crafternoon
Join us for the next Crafternoon event, where we’ll be making Crystal Rhinestone Painting Suncatchers! These dazzling ornaments will add a sparkling touch to your home decor.
Date: April 4 (Friday) | From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Bush Room (10-105)
Register here.
Coffee Hour with MIT Spouses and Partners Connect
Enjoy a warm drink, connect with old friends, and meet new ones. Please bring a snack to share (store bought or homemade). Let’s talk about whatever is on your mind. Hosted MS&PC volunteers. Babies & children are welcome.
Date: April 11 (Friday)| From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: E25-401
Simply send an email to spousesandpartners@mit.edu and let us know that you would like to join us.
Language Conversation Exchange Lunch
Let’s meet, eat, and speak! Practice a language with a group of native speakers and other language learners, meet other language lovers, and learn about the LCE. Sponsored by MIT Federal Credit Union.
Date: April 1 (Tuesday) and April 30 (Wednesday)| From 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Bush Room (10-105)
Register here.
Pub Night with MIT Spouses and Partners Connect
Let’s celebrate spring—come hang out at the Muddy Charles Pub! Enjoy complimentary snacks (courtesy of MS&PC, while it lasts), affordable drinks for purchase (cash only).
Bring your spouse/partner, meet new friends, and unwind! Registration is required and must be confirmed, as space is limited. Please bring your MIT ID and a valid passport/local ID (21+).
Date: April 11 (Friday) and April 25 (Friday) | From 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: The Muddy Charles Pub
Register here.
Massachusetts State House Tour with MIT Spouses and Partners Connect
The interior tour lasts approximately 40 minutes. Please note that you will need to go through security upon arrival.
Date: April 16 (Wednesday) | From 2:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Location: The State House is located at the corner of Beacon and Park Streets. It is accessible via the MBTA Red or Green lines at Park Street Station. Please arrive at the General Hooker entrance off of Beacon Street.
Register here.
Book Club Discussion with MIT Spouses and Partners Connect
Book: TBD
All are welcome, even if you haven’t read the book. Please feel free to bring your own tea/coffee to the discussion. Feel free to bring your own tea or coffee and enjoy a great conversation with fellow book lovers.
Date: April 25| From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Building 76, 1st floor
If you are interested in joining the discussion, please email this.is.jemma.koo@gmail.com.
Kids’ Clothing and Toy Exchange
Out with the old, in with the new! Join us for a kids clothing and toy exchange for children ages birth to 5 years old. Co-presented with Open Space Programming, the exchange will include kids’ clothing, outerwear, shoes, toys, and books. Expectant parents are welcome.
No need to bring clothes to participate, but please bring bags to take home your new finds. Leftover items will be donated to a local non-profit organization.
Date: April 26| From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: 292 Main St, E38-346, Cambridge, MA 02142
Ongoing groups:
For more info about our ongoing Parents Connect groups, register here:
First Time and Expecting Parents
All Ages Play Group
English Conversation Group
Meet other MS&PC members from all over the world, get resources and information about life at MIT/Cambridge/Boston, exchange ideas, and engage in cultural conversations in a friendly and casual environment, while working on English fluency.
Please email ecgatmit@gmail.com for more information.
Date: Every Friday | From 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Building 76, 1st floor
Please email ecgatmit@gmail.com if you would like to join.