Being Savvy: Activities, things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in Boston, MA

How to make the Museum of Science a place your child loves.

by Jill Notkin

Boston's Museum of Science is a definite must-see for children and adults of any age. What makes this place so special is that they feature many different exhibits and there's always something appropriate for your child. My family recently visited the museum and The Discovery Center in particular. Designed for children from birth up to age eight, this area offers a bunch of fun, hands-on ... Read more >

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Things you must do with your child before they grow up - Boston

by Jill Notkin

Boston is known for its rich culture, and kids culture is no exception. Here are a few examples of do-not-miss destinations with your kids before they (sniff) get too big for this stuff: Boston Children's Museum. There is nothing like the look on your child's face when they enter that bubble room or the excitement of singing with Arthur. The water room holds a certain ... Read more >

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Top 5 Things to do on a Rainy Day - Boston

by Jill Notkin

It's a typical scenario. You wake up in the morning on your day off from work looking forward to spending time with the kids. You stretch, grab your coffee, and look out the window. Expecting to see the sun peeking around the corner, preparing to warm the day for mindless outdoor fun, you find a grey and dismal sky. RAIN! But don't worry! While you didn't count on rain, what ... Read more >

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Chill out! At the movies

by Jill Notkin

Summer is hot but there are plenty of ways to stay cool and still have a great time. Chill out! is a new summer series which will feature indoor activities to do when the heat is on. I just stumbled up Regal Cinema's annual summertime Free Family Film Festival . For nine weeks beginning June 24 th , the four participating theaters in Mass. will feature movies at 10AM each ... Read more >

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Layover Lifesavers: Logan Airport Guide

by Jill Notkin

With this month's Savvy theme being Escapes, it seems reasonable to begin with a tour of Boston 's biggest central airport, Logan . Though traveling with small kids is not necessarily the most fun part of any trip, if you arm yourself with these tips, I sure hope it can be bearable. The most fun way to entertain your children while visiting Logan is to take a trip to the ... Read more >

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It Takes TWO!

by Jill Notkin

Let's face it. There are just some activities that are best enjoyed with a pal. Since we've been making so many new friends at school, we have plenty of buddies to choose from for a day of fun in the city. But what to do? Here are the top 5 fun things to do with a pal in and around town. 1. Take in a Flick! Wait for a rainy day and check out Sesame Street's Abby in ... Read more >

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The Children's Museum of NH

by Jill Notkin

Now that the weather is getting colder, I think we're all wondering how we're going to pass the looong days of Winter. Sledding, skiing and snow ball fights are all wonderful ideas, but some days you just can't brave the cold. When the city seems a little bit drab, jump in the car and head north to the Children's Museum of NH . Located in Dover about 65 miles from Boston, it seems ... Read more >

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Still No New Year's Plans?

by Jill Notkin

If you didn't find any event that tickled you in my last New Year's post , do not fear as there are plenty other activities that you and your family can participate in this year. Personally, I think my family will be heading over to Needham's New Year's celebrations , since it's close to home and many of the children's programs are taking place at my favorite family center, Creative ... Read more >

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Work it out!

by Jill Notkin

It's January. Many of us have made New Year's resolutions. Many of those resolutions include promises to lose weight, to get fit, to join a gym. As parents of preschoolers, it's easy to use our kids as an excuse for not hitting the gym. Well, think again. Boston is FULL of area gyms that feature daycares that are more than willing to look after your kids while you sweat and tone. It's ... Read more >

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