Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in boston, MA

School Vacation Week

April 20, 2009

It's school vacation AGAIN!  And while it seems to Mom that the week is interminable, there are ways to actually make it fun.  With so many venues offering special activities for kids, it's unlikely they (or you) will be bored.

Animal Survivors Spring Break - Spend four fun-filled days the Franklin Park Zoo during spring break!  This year's theme is Animal Survivors and they'll explore the relationships between predator and prey, as well as the unique adaptations animals have that help them survive in an "eat or be eaten" world.  Topics include habitats, adaptations, predator-prey and extreme survival and are taught through interactive presentations, keeper encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, games, crafts and more!  For kids 6 - 10 years old.  April 21^st - 24^th, Franklin Park Zoo.
Prices: $150 Members, $175 Non-Members
Time: Drop-off: 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.; Pick-up: 3:00 p.m.

Conservation Week - While school is out for April school vacation week, have fun while visiting Stone Zoo! Each day will offer a variety of engaging and educational activities for kids of all ages, as well as many helpful hints for preserving our planet.  April 20^th - 24^th, 11am - 3pm, Stone Zoo.  Free with zoo admission.

The Children's Museum in Easton - Stop by the museum all week to participate in a variety of nature inspired craft projects featuring natural and recycled materials.  They will also be visited by some very special guests this week.  April 18^th-26^th.  For a full schedule, click here.  9 Sullivan Ave., North Easton.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum - The Gardner celebrates School Vacation Week with a week of fun for all ages! Museum staff will be on hand throughout the galleries to answer questions and spark lively discussions on specific works of art.  On Wednesday, April 22nd, enjoy Fun for Families Day: FREE museum admission and a full day of storytelling, gallery activities, art-making, and more.  April 21^st - 24^th, 11am - 4:45pm. 

BEING A CREATIVE FAMILY - Written by Karen Koretsky Dillon

by Jill Notkin

October 17, 2008

Karen Koretsky Dillon is a mother of two, artist, writer and owner of the ArtisTRY studio in Arlington MA where she offers art instruction and enrichment classes to children of all ages. For more information, visit www.artistrystudio.homestead.com . ___________________________________ I think one of the most effective parenting skills we have is leading by example. If you want  Read more...

Wild Weekends

by Jill Notkin

August 28, 2008

It's the final August weekend!! While it's hard to believe, September does come with its own set of fun traditions such as apple picking, back-to-school events and hay rides. But before we get ahead of ourselves, let's treat our families to one last hurrah. Here's what's happening this long Labor Day weekend in and around Boston : It's the season finale for Free Friday Flicks at  Read more...

Free Museum Admission!

by Jill Notkin

June 04, 2008

I remember hearing about this promotion for Bank of America customers a while ago and now seems like a great time to take advantage of it! The Museums On Us program offers free admission at 70 museums nationwide on the first weekend of every month. This offer applies to all Bank of America card holders (of any card). Since Boston definitely has days in summer that are too hot for  Read more...