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Indoor Play on a Midwinter's Day

January 20, 2009

If you're like me, the days spent indoors with kids are LOOOONG. So we are forever seeking out fun, indoor spots to spend the morning or afternoon. With a 15-month-old and an almost 3-year-old, it has to be somewhat easy, not too far from home, and worth the effort. Here are some of our favorite spots, along with a few we're looking forward to trying. We tend to spend a lot of time at  Read more...

Wild Weekends

August 21, 2008

The final weeks of August are flying by, so you'd better get in all those outdoor activities before the snowsuits hit the stores!   Here are a few ideas to make this beautiful weekend a memorable one. Peach Festival at Smolak Farms .   It's pick-your-own-peaches time again and Smolak Farm is celebrating!   They will be open for the festival all weekend with a local artisans fair but come  Read more...

Weekend Fun

August 08, 2008

It's Friday and while the weatherman isn't forecasting the perfect mix, we have to be prepared for anything. Here are a few great ideas to consider when planning for this weekend. Wild Nights Concert with Bill Staines . The New England Wild Flower Society announces the premiere of their WILD NIGHTS concert series with the legendary folk artist Bill Staines, at the Woodland stage at  Read more...

Weekend Fun

July 31, 2008

August, how ever did you find us so fast! Ok, so only 5 more weekends before September, let's use them well folks! A few ideas: Circus Smirkus is coming to Revere for two days of Big Top fun! The non-profit, award-winning international youth circus is bringing its troupers aged 10 to 18 from Vermont to entertain your family. Smirkus continues its tradition of  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in boston

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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