Thursday, July 15, 2010

7/18 - Family Fun Day, Acton

Fifteenth Annual Family Fun Day. Acton Family Network, Great Hill Field, School St., Acton. (Behind South Acton Fire Station). 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Music, games, arts & crafts, moon bounces, bubbles, bake sale and much more. The Pocket Lady with all her pockets full of prizes might also make an appearance. To top it all off, head over to the fire station to wash the fire truck. actonfamily.org
Open to the public. FREE for all adults, AFN members, and children under 1. Non-members pay $3 per child/$10 per family maximum. Tickets are sold for various activities and the raffle.
10 am – noon
★ Pony Rides
★ Arts & Crafts
★ Drumming Circle
★ Balloon Man
★ Parachute Games11 am – noon
★ Animal Adventures
★ Sing-a-long12:20 pm
★ Wash the Fire Truck!
(bring a bucket and sponge)Ongoing Activities:
★ Bubbles
★ Trackless Train
★ Moon Bounces
★ Face Painting and Tattoos
★ Spin-Art
★ Pitch Burst
★ Field Games
★ Food (pizza, baked goods, popcorn,
cotton candy, watermelon, snow
cones, iced coffee and more!)
★ Amazing Raffle Items!

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

wed and thur AM - Lowell Summer Music Kids' Shows

Official Website: Lowell Summer Music Kids' Shows
Location: 40 French Street, Lowell, MA, 01852 directions
Phone:(978) 970-5200
Dates: On 7/7, 7/8, 7/14, 7/15, 7/28, 7/29, 8/4, 8/5, 8/11, 8/12 between 7/7/10 - 8/12/10
Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor: Indoor, Outdoor
Cost: Free

Enjoy free performances for kids at Lowell's Boarding House Park on Wednesdays & Thursdays mornings with free snacks at every show. In case of rain, shows move across the street to LHS auditorium.

All shows are FREE Each will include:

•10:00 am Make-and-take art
•Natural and organic snacks
•11:00 am Performance
•Noon National Trolley Park rides

2010 Performance Lineup

Wed. July 7: Debbie and Friends
Thurs. July 8: Curious Creatures
Wed. July 14: The Yo-Yo People
Thurs. July 15: Angkor Dance Troupe
Wed. July 28: Wayne Martin Puppets
Thurs. July 29: The Jim Show
Wed. August 4: Ben Rudnick and Friends
Thurs. August 5: Bari Koral
Wed. August 11:The Nields

7/18 - Butterfly Walk, Westborough, Mass. Butterfly Club

Jul 18 Sun 9:00AM
Westborough, Ma. Wildlife Management Area. Meet at
Tatnuck Bookstore on Lyman St in Westborough at 9AM.
Looking for Northern Pearly-eye, both browns, Mulberry
Wing, etc. Morning walk.
Barbara Volkle (508) 393-9251
barb620@theworld.com
http://www.naba.org/chapters/nabambc/field-trips.asp
CALL AHEAD: In consideration for the field trip leader, call ahead to say that you plan to attend, to confirm meeting time and place, to find out how long the trip will be (i.e. should you bring lunch, etc.), to check for changes in plan, and to check for a rain date.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

7/21 - "Fluffy Puppies, Stuffies, Sniffles and You!", Berlin Lib

"Fluffy Puppies, Stuffies, Sniffles and You!" with Tamara Bedard, of the Nashoba Board of Health, Wednesday,
July 21, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., in the library. Ages 2 - 6. Bring a stuffed toy for a "check-up."

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

7/14 and 7/28- Family Fun Night, Wayside Inn Sudbury

Family Fun Night Under the Canopy Tent

July 14, 2010 

July 28, 2010

Wednesday, 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Join us under the Wayside Inn's festive canopy tent for free entertainment and family fun. A cash bar and delicious Wayside Inn barbeque will be available during this summertime family favorite. The Ancient Order of Fife and Drum will provide dramatic entertainment for visitors, with additional special musical entertainment to be announced! Reservations are not required. Come as you are, but bring your appetite and your dancing shoes!
http://www.wayside.org/events

Monday, July 5, 2010

Free 7/10 - Sat Children music, Marlboro

07.10.2010Saturday Morning Discovery Series Dennis Caraher- children's music for young and old, 11 am, Union Common, Marlborough (corner of Bolton St./ Rte 85 and Main St.)

Saturday, July 3, 2010

7/8 - Animal Adventures, Marlboro Lib, 3-4pm.

Contact: Children' Room   508-624-6902   
    It's getting wild in here! We're welcoming back Animal Adventures as they show us some fun, live wild animals! Animals may include a snake and a baby wallaby. Due to the nature of the program, we will only welcome children ages 4 and up to join us. Registration is required and is limited to 40 children. To register, call the Children's Room or stop by.
    Location: Bigelow Auditorium

Every Wed, Marlboro Lib drop in craft and storytime

7/8  1:00 PM  -  2:30 PM Drop-In Craft: Bird Houses
7/8 10:00 AM  -  10:30 AM Earth Lovers Drop-In Storytime 

http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=MARLB&curApp=events&curDetails=verbose&curHelp=ARL

7/8, 7/22 - Movie Nights, Berlin town hall

Movie Nights, Thursdays, July 8 and 22, 7:00 -8:30 p.m., in the 1870 Town Hall. Showing The
Princess and the Frog and Hotel for Dogs. All ages welcome!

Thursday, July 1, 2010

7/4 - demo of remote control model planes - sudbury

On July 4, from 9 a.m. to noon, the Charles River Radio Controllers will give a demonstration of a variety of remote-controlled model airplanes at Davis Field on Rte. 117 in Sudbury.
Acrobatic planes, flying wings, electric-powered sailplane helicopters, scale planes and unpowered gliders will demonstrate.
For more information, contact Dick Williamson at 978-618-5475, or check out the Charles River Radio Controllers website at www.charlesriverrc.org/
Davis Field is 3 miles east of Rte. 27, 1-1/2 miles west of Sudbury/Concord Road.

Free: SATURDAYS family entertainment series AT SOUTH STREET, Hudson

http://www.townofhudson.org/Public_Documents/HudsonMA_Recreation/009937AA-000F8513.0/BROCHURE%20SUMMER%202010.pdf 


SATURDAYS AT SOUTH STREET - 37 South Street
DAY/ TIME: Saturdays at 2:00 pm
July 10 Dennis Caraher - Children’s music for young and old alike.
July 17 Yiddishkeit Klezmer - Lively music for foot tapping fun.
July 24 Caravan Puppets - Take us around the world with international stories.
July 31 John Porcino, One Earth - Stories and songs that celebrate the earth and environment.
Aug 7 Magic by Scott Jameson - Innovative and entertaining for the whole family.
FREE Family Entertainment Series at CELLUCCI PARK
Rain Location: Town Hall - 78 Main Street

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

7/4 - Sudbury 4th of July Parade - Sudbury

Come out and enjoy Sudbury's Annual 4th of July Parade celebrating our Country's Independence. All are welcome to come and watch one of the areas best family-friendly parades.

Official Website: Sudbury 4th of July Parade
Location: Boston Post Road, Concord Road, Sudbury, MA, 01776 map
Date: Sunday, July 4, 2010
Hours: 1:00pm
Ages: Toddlers, Kids
In/Outdoor: Outdoor
Cost: Free 

7/2, 7/3 Framingham Summer Concerts on the Edgell Green - Framingham

Framingham Summer Concerts on the Edgell Green - Framingham
Enjoy an evening of great music with family and neighbors, features a dance floor for the kids, food vendors, raffles and more. Special concert/movie night on the 3rd.
2010 Show Schedule

July 2 Off the Hook - a 9-piece fun pop band.
July 3 • Saturday Special! Concert & Movie! • FREE Admission!
6:00PM - CONCERT: Sound Assembly Chorus
8:00PM - MOVIE: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (Movie Sponsored by Adesa-Boston)
• 28ft Screen! • Open-air Movie •
• Free Popcorn and Soda 'til it Lasts •
Movie Raindate is Sunday July 4th at 8:00pm.

July 9 HELP! - Beatles cover music at its best.
July 16 Reminisants - oldies and more!
July 23 The Glamour Girls - this popular band returns!
July 30 The Infractions - they play it all from oldies to present.


August 6 John Penny Band - more great country & western classics!
August 13 The Skinny Ties - new wave and power pop.
August 20 Amy Gallatin - for all your bluegrass lovers!!
August 27 Tom Nutile Orchestra - big band sounds of yesteryear.

7/1 - 16th Annual Boston Harborfest Children's Day

A FREE day of fun and games for children of all ages
Thursday, July 1, 2010 at Boston’s City Hall Plaza
Children’s Day gives everyone the opportunity to celebrate the nation’s birthday with a wide variety of entertaining and educational activities.  Join organizations like The USS Constitution Museum, Historic New England and the New England Aquarium to learn something new and exciting about Boston and its history.
Juggling and entertainment by Fly by Night,
Dance performances by The Eleanor Rubino Dancers,
Balloon fun and more!
Everyone will enjoy this festive atmosphere!
http://bostonharborfest.com/thursday.html

6/30 - Opening Celebration of Frog Pond Spray Fountain

http://www.bostoncommonfrogpond.org/downloads/Wading-Pond-Summer-2010.pdf
Location: Boston Common, Boston, MA map
Phone:(617)635-2121
Date: Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Hours: Opening Ceremony & Activities: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ages: Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor: Outdoor
Cost: Free

exciting celebration at 11:00am followed by the opening of the wading pool immediately after the ceremony.

The celebration will feature a special visit from official mascot Frog Pond Freddie, entertainment, arts and crafts activities with Sidewalk Sam, and a children’s entertainer leading the youngsters in song and dance. Children of all ages can enjoy cool giveaways from ReadBoston and media partner Mix 104’s Street Team. All attendees are eligible to enter a summer raffle for a chance to win great prizes.

In addition to the activities that last until 1:00pm, information regarding upcoming summer programs offered by the City of Boston will be available to families and residents and tasty treats will be provided by in-kind sponsors H.P. Hood LLC, Nantucket Nectars, Snapple, and the original Boston Frosty.

There will also be a special visit by The Minions from Universal’s upcoming movie “Despicable Me” and fun giveaways from the movie. One of the world’s greatest super-villains meets his greatest challenge - three little girls named Margo, Edith and Agnes - when the film comes to theaters in RealD 3D on July 9 (www.despicable.me).

Friday, June 25, 2010

Free 7/3 - Patriot Fife and Drum Duo, Marlboro

Saturday Morning Discovery Series Patriot Fife and Drum Duo, 11 am, Union Common, Marlborough (corner of Bolton St./ Rte 85 and Main St.)
http://upwitharts.org/events.php

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Free Fun Fridays in Boston

Free Fun Fridays in Boston! Every Friday, beginning July 3rd, there are Boston area attractions that are offering FREE admission! Here's the summary:

July 3rd - Museum of Science
July 10th - JFK Museum
July 17th - Boston Harbor Island Ferry (free transportation to the Harbor Islands!)
July 24th - Franklin Park Zoo
July 31st - Boston Children's Museum
August 7th - Plimoth Plantation
August 14th - Stone Zoo
August 21st - Peabody Essex Museum
August 28th - MFA
September 4th - Springfield Museums

Check out this website HERE for details!

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

6/23-6/27 Acton Town Fair, Acton

Official Website: Acton Town Fair
Location: 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720 directions
Dates: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat from 6/23/10 - 6/27/10
Hours: Hours Vary see below
Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor: Outdoor
Cost: see below

Hosted by the Acton Lions in conjunction with the Town of Acton. For the second year, this fair will be held at NARA Park in the upper recreational fields. Fiesta Shows is bringing the best rides and attractions to the Annual Town Fair! http://www.fiestashows.com/

The Fair will feature more thrilling rides, A free petting zoo, games, and all your favorite fair food. On Sat & Sun from 1-4PM the children can meet there favorite costume characters. Be sure to sign up for our $500 weekly cash giveaway (you do not have to be present to win).

Free Admission to concert and fair, rides require fee.
Free concert on Friday night with 'Kashmir' hosted by the Town of Acton in honor of the Town's 275th Anniversary, and Free Concert Saturday night with 'Delta Generators' hosted by the Acton Lions Club.

Proceeds from fair to benefit Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund, Inc. and local scholarship program.

Wednesday, June 23 - Sunday, June 27
Wednesday-Thursday 6:00-10:00 PM
Coupon Discount Nights

Friday 6:00-11:00 PM
Special Concert 8:30-10:30 PM featuring “Kashmir”
The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute Show www.kashmirrocks.com
Saturday Noon-11:00 PM
Special Concert 7:30-10:30 PM featuring “Delta Generators”
Boston’s Best Blues Band www.deltagenerators.com
Fireworks: 9:30 PM

Sunday Noon-6:00 PM
Coupon Discount Day

Discount ride promotions scheduled for Wed 6/23 & Thurs 6/24 6PM till close & Sunday 6/27 -12 Noon-5PM. Purchase a wristband for $15.00 and ride unlimited rides. Discount Coupons can be picked up at local area merchants or on our website.

Opens Weekdays AT 6PM & OPENS 12 Noon SAT & SUN. Partial proceeds will benefit the Acton Lions Club.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Free: 6/26 Sat - Nobscott Brass Quintet, Marlboro

Saturday Morning Discovery Series Nobscott Brass Quintet, 11 am, Union Common, Marlborough (corner of Bolton St./ Rte 85 and Main St.)

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

6/25 - FREE Fashion Fun Paper Doll Craft. American Girl. Natick Collection

FREE Fashion Fun Paper Doll Craft. American Girl. Natick Collection. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Learn how to make your own paper doll clothing! You’ll use stencils of clothing designs, patterned paper, and decorations to create original outfits for your own paper doll. For girls 8 and up. americangirl.com

6/25 - FREE Alcott Summer Family Picnic. Fruitlands Museum, Harvard

FREE Alcott Summer Family Picnic. Fruitlands Museum, Harvard. 1 - 3 p.m. Louisa May Alcott & her sisters would have helped to prepare items for a picnic. Try your hand at making butter & ice cream - playing outdoor games and creating a picture journal to commemorate the day. fruitlands.org.

6/24 - FREE Bitty Twins Animal Safari. American Girl. Natick Collection

FREE Bitty Twins Animal Safari. American Girl. Natick Collection. Noon – 2 p.m. At this fun event, preschoolers can punch-out and color paper animals to take home. For girls 3 and up. americangirl.com

6/21 - FREE Summer Notebook Craft. American Girl. Natick Collection

FREE Summer Notebook Craft. American Girl. Natick Collection. 3 – 5 p.m. Create a mini notebook to record favorite summer memories. For girls ages 8 and up. americangirl.com

6/20 - FREE Open House. Fruitlands Museum, Harvard

FREE Strawberries & Champagne: Open House. Fruitlands Museum, Harvard. 6 - 8 p.m. Enjoy a Fruitlands sunset at this annual signature event thanking friends and neighbors. fruitlands.org.

6/18 - FREE SMART Gals with Animal Careers, Acton

FREE SMART Gals with Animal Careers! The Discovery Museums, 177 Main Street, Acton. 5:30 – 8 p.m. A free evening of hands-on fun and learning with women role models who have chosen careers related to animals. FREE admission starting at 5:30 p.m. 978-264-4200, discoverymuseums.org

Monday, June 14, 2010

6/19, 6/20 - Wilson Farm's Annual Strawberry Festival, Lexington

Official Website: Wilson Farm's Annual Strawberry Festival
Location: 10 Pleasant Street, Lexington, MA, 02421 directions
Phone:781-862-3900
Dates: Sat, Sun from 6/19/10 - 6/20/10
Hours: 11AM to 4PM
Ages: Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor: Outdoor

Held at the height of strawberry season, you’ll find kids activities, chocolate covered strawberries, a strawberry shortcake eating contest, and a great selection of strawberry treats to sample and take home.

• Fresh Local Strawberries
• Kids Activities
• Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
• Hayrides through the Fields
• Shortcake Eating Contests
• Strawberry Treats to Sample
• Wonderful Weekend Specials
• And Much More!

Live Bluegrass Music
by THE BAG BOYS

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Free 6/16 - open air concert, hudson ma

Yesue Memorial Concert Open air concert featuring River's Edge Community Band, River's Edge Chorale and Pro Musica Youth Chorus, 6:30 pm, Wood Park, 65 Park Street, Hudson. Free. http://upwitharts.org/events.php#20100522 
 

Assabet Splash Pool, Northboro

The Assabet Splash Pad has spray fountains, a playground, see-saws, and picnic tables. It is open from 12PM-6:00PM starting June 21
http://www.northboroughrecreation.com/forms/3223_Brochurefinal.pdf

6/20 - Marlborough Main Street Car Show, Marlboro

Marlborough Main Street Car Show

Rescheduled from June 6 due to the weather, the United Brethren Masonic Lodge in Marlborough and the Push Rods Car Club of Waltham will be hosting the 2nd Annual Marlborough Main Street Car Show in downtown Marlborough from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The entire family will enjoy the fun-filled event, which is part of Marlborough’s 350th anniversary celebration. The day features live music, DJ trivia contest, raffle, hot dogs, ice cream, Hot Wheels racing for the kids, detailing demos, and sports car displays from Dodge and Nissan. Herbie the Love Bug will be on hand for celebrity photos. Show car owners interested in participating may register starting at 9 a.m. at Main/Newton streets for a $10 suggested charitable donation. Admission is free for spectators.
www.unitedbrethrenlodge.org/Documents/Events/flyer%20engilsh.pdf

6/18 - Fri Father’s Day Drop-in Craft, Dads & Donuts Storytime, Northboro

Father’s Day Drop-in Craft, Dads & Donuts Storytime
The Children’s Department at Northborough Free Library, 34 Main St., will be holding a Father’s Day Drop-in Craft from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (all ages welcome, no registration required) and a Dads & Donuts Storytime from 10-10:30 a.m. (all ages welcome, but registration is required). For more info or to register for the storytime, call 1-508-393-5025 ext. 4.

Friday, June 11, 2010

6/15 - family-friendly music at 7 p.m., Framingham


Jun 15thTunes at Twilight
Summit Montessori School invites you to Tunes at Twilight, a FREE musical event on Tuesday, June 15. Anne Riesenfeld and Jesse Flack will provide family-friendly music at 7 p.m. You are welcome to bring a picnic supper starting at 6 p.m. and enjoy the grounds of historic Summit Montessori School, 283 Pleasant Street, Framingham. Tours will be available for anyone who would like to visit our Montessori classrooms. All are welcome for this fun start to summer.
<http://www.summitmontessori.org>

Friday night - Concerts on the Green - Framingham

Concerts on the Green: Chad Burdick
Chad Burdick will be playing some of the best country western in the area at the "Concert on the Green" from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Admission is FREE to all. Donations of food or cash for Metrowest Harvest Food for the Hungry accepted. Restrooms, food and concession stands on-site. Concerts are held Friday evenings throughout the summer. Located at Framingham Centre Common, corner of Edgell Rd. and Vernon St., Framingham, MA. For concert cancellation and related info call (508)532-5488. Click link below for complete summer schedule and detailed info.
<http://www.framingham.com/rec/concerts-2010.html>

6/9-6/13: Petting Zoo, Camel Rides and More in Pinefield


FRAMINGHAM, MA – If you head down toPinefield Shopping Center this week you might find a camel or kangaroo in your usual parking spot.
Once again, Records & Burpee Traveling Zoowill be set up in the parking lot directly across from the McAullife Branch Library June 9 – 13, 2010 from 11:00am until approximately 9:00pm.
The kids petting zoo, camel rides, pony rides, moonwalk rides and carnival foods concessions,(cotton candy, carmel apples, fried dough and more), are always a popular end of the school year treat for families with young kids.
The Traveling Zoo, named for owners Larry Records and Alexandra Burpee usually arrive with between 50 and 100 animals from their farm, (which is located in Dudley, MA).
You never what they might bring.  In the past lemurs, zebras, toucans, kangaroos, leopard-like serval cats, coatimundi, South American alligators — and even an orangutan have made their way to Saxonville.  Baby llamas, pygmy goats and other friendly farm animals fill out the petting and feeding area of the mobile zoo.
Pinefield Shopping Center is located on the corner of Water St. and Nicholas Rd. in Saxonville.  The petting zoo, rides and concessions will be Wednesday through Sunday, (note: in past years the show has closed early on Sunday — so don’t want until the last minute!)
For more info on Records & Burpee, visit their website at: www.recordsburpee.com

6/12 - The Framingham Daze Family Fair

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham Rotary Club will be holding it’s Framingham Daze Family Fair and the much anticipated Duck Race on Saturday June 12, 2010 from11:00am until 4:00pm at Butterworth Park,(located at the corner of Grant St. and Bishop St.)



The Framingham Daze Family Fair will have something for everyone;  a moonwalk, a dunk tank, pony rides, hay ride and petting zoo, face painting and temporary tattoos, local crafts, a bingo tent and food booths along the festival midway.  A 5k race, vehicle show and tug of war competitions are also planned for the day.
The highlight of this year’s Fair is the 4:00pm “Duck Race”.  Actually, unlike previous years when therubber duckies were floated down the Sudbury River to a finish line, this year the ducks will be placed in thebouncy house at the fair, and local children will pick random ducks for the 1st, places prize: a Trip for (4) to Disney World, the 2nd place prize: a Garmin GPS, and the 3rd place prize: Dinner for (4) at Ken’s Steakhouse.

For more information about Framingham Daze and Family Fair, visit the event’s website at:www.framinghamdaze.org

6/12 - Marlborough marks 350 years this weekend

Civil War Living History Day runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Union Common, at the corner of Rte. 85 and Main Street. Civil War re-enactors will offer demonstrations and march at 2 p.m. to the war's monument on Main Street.
The city will also ring the John Brown Bell - a rare occurrence - tomorrow at noon. Marlborough soldiers took the bell from Harpers Ferry, W.Va., following orders to preserve anything of value to the Union.
The weather outlook is not great. Forecasters see a chance of rain or thunderstorms for both tomorrow and Sunday.
The rain date for the Living History Day is Sunday.

6/14 - Taste of Downtown Marlborough & More

"Taste of Downtown Marlborough & More!".
http://oldemarlborough.org/press_release.html

Monday, June 14, 2010, 5:00 - 9:00 pm, Rain or Shine
12 Restaurants from OUTSIDE of the downtown have been invited to participate this year
by setting up in the lobbies of the Marlborough Savings Bank & Sovereign Bank,
bringing the TOTAL number of restaurants to 33!!

“Spend a delightful early evening stroll around Downtown Marlborough” enjoying :
  • The Sampling of foods from 30+ eating establishments
    * Italian * Chinese * Spanish * Greek * Mexican
    * American * Brazilian * Thai * Barbecue * Pizza
    * Seafood * Home Style * Pub Fare * Cheese/Wine
    * Bistro * Baked Goods * Coffee/Pastries * Deli
  • Strolling Entertainers & Period Reenactors
  • Stationary Entertainment at numerous locations
  • Historical Pictorial Displays
  • Misc. non food vendors
  • Art Exhibit
  • Downtown Marlborough, with plenty of FREE PARKING
  • Will need a Badge to do sampling; may be purchased at over 25 participating locations starting around May 21th.
  • You must bring your Eventbrite Receipt to the Old Fire Station, 91 Main Street, Marlborough, starting at 3 pm, the afternoon of the event to receive your badge(s).
  • Regular Price - $ 15 in advance / $ 20 at event.
  • Seniors (over 62) or Child - $ 10 in advance / $ 15 at event.
  • Multi Badge Discounted Packages available for companies, as low as $ 8.25 each (reselling strictly prohibited).
Olde Marlborough, Inc. 255 Main St., Rm.107, Marlborough, Ma. 01752
Robert Kane, Executive Director (508) 579-0658

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Free 6/5 - Chinese Culture day - Acton

In conjunction with the Town of Acton's 275th Anniversary, Acton Chinese Language School, Acton Recreation Department, and Acton Boxborough Cultural Council will proudly present "2010 Acton Chinese Culture Day" on Saturday, June 5th at NARA Park. 



25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720 map

NARA Park is located about a half mile north on Rt. 27 on your left from the intersection of Rt. 27 and 2A when you continue through that intersection. It's actual address is 25 Ledge Rock Way and is across the street from Acton Monument.

This unprecedented Chinese cultural event in Acton features exciting and fantastic programs offering the wide spectrum of Chinese culture throughout the entire day from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

A professional Dragon Dance and several renowned Chinese music, dance, martial arts, yo-yo, drum groups from local and greater Boston will join the event. The live music and cultural performances will be presented to you at the Amphitheatre from 1:30-4:00pm, free of charge.

For food lovers, authentic cuisine from Chinese restaurants of Acton and greater Boston will be provided from 11:30-1:30pm. In addition, Chinese dessert will be available for purchase. A Chinese tea tasting tent will be set up for you to sit down and relax. The tea store will showcase a selection of tea over 80 varieties.

Longing for a piece of traditional Chinese clothing and art works? Chinese stores from Boston will come to NARA to sell Chinese souvenirs, traditional clothing, Chinese paintings, art works, etc. There will be a Chinese Painting and Calligraphy exhibition to showcase art work from both professional artists and painting class students at ACLS. Chinese artists will perform painting show and write names in Chinese for you free of charge.

If you are a plant lover, please go to the Chinese Bonsai tent to enjoy the wonder and beauty of Chinese Bonsai.

Are you wondering what traditional Chinese kids games are? Please bring you children to enjoy the lively Chinese games.

Book vendors will be selling Chinese books, CDs and DVDs. Please check them out for leisure time reading, learning or entertainment. A documentary film about China will be played several times during the day.

Are you amazed by the complexity of Chinese herb medicines and acupunctures? Don't miss the acupuncture demonstration tent! Chinese medicine doctors will provide free consultation.

To extend this day experience in China, please stop by our "2010 Chinese Culture Day" T-shirt sale tent. Please buy one each for your family members and a few for your friends who couldn't come. You are eligible to have one entry for a prize drawing when you buy one T-shirt. Enjoy double the fun and win something to take home.


http://acls-ma.org/2010_Acton_Chinese_Culture_Day.php

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

6/13 - A Place for Frogs, sudbury

Sudbury Valley Trustees Presents “A Place for Frogs”
Join the Sudbury Valley Trustees June 13, from 4-5:30 p.m., at 18 Wolbach Farm, Sudbury, for “A Place for Frogs” with author Melissa Stewart. In this simple introduction to frogs and ecology, Stewart shares with young readers the behavior and beauty of frogs and describes specific ways people can protect them. Children will learn basic facts about frogs, where they live, what they eat, and how they benefit other plants and animals. Free, but registration is required. To register or for more info, call 1-978-443-5588 or visit www.sudburyvalleytrustees.org.

6/13 - puppet show about imaginary “twig” people, hudson

The Twig Family in the Oak Tree
June 13, from 1:15-2 p.m., Unitarian Church of Marlborough & Hudson, 80 Main St., Hudson, invites you to celebrate the environment and learn about a tree’s important role in the ecosystem in this gentle and happy puppet show about imaginary “twig” people living in harmony with nature presented by award-winning puppeteer, Deborah Costine. Cost: free, donations gratefully accepted. For more info, call 1-978-562-9180 or visit www.ucmh.org.

6/12 - Marlborough Hospital Safe Summer Fun Day

Marlborough Hospital Safe Summer Fun Day
The 12th annual Safe Summer Fun Day is June 12, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., on the front lawn of Marlborough Hospital, 157 Union St., Marlborough. The free child-oriented health and safety fair will be held rain or shine. The hospital will once again sponsor bike helmet fitting, with trained Marlborough Hospital staff will properly fitting and giving away children’s bicycle helmets while supplies last. For adults who wish to be fitted, a $10 donation is requested. The event will feature many hands-on hospital exhibits such as healthy eating, “doctor dress up,” sun exposure screenings, heart health and stopping germs from spreading, to name a few. The day will also feature fun, family-oriented activities, a trackless train, a deejay, games and giveaways. Tours of the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, Mobile Safety Streets, fire trucks and ambulances are also planned. For more info, call 1-508-486-5806.

6/12 - Riverfest - Family Fun on the Sudbury River

Riverfest - Family Fun on the Sudbury River
June 12, from 2-5 p.m., join the Southborough Open Land Foundation’s Riverfest event at 6 Wood St., Southborough. Includes canoe rides, nature scavenger hunt, "un-nature” scavenger hunt, and, new this year, "Nature Boat Building." Participants will use all natural materials for constructing small simple boats that may then be launched to float downstream. Free! For more info, call Debbie at 1-508-481-6837

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Free 6/5 Sat - Hudson Fest

Hudson Fest
celebrating commerce, community and culture

The Hudson Fest draws thousands to South Street in downtown Hudson and is always the 1st Saturday after Memorial Day. The event features sidewalk sales, free family entertainment and dozens of vendors. The event includes a dozen children’s activities, both free and for a small fee,and the Hudson Rotary Club's Annual Duck Race. Much of South Street is closed down for this event.
http://www.assabetvalleychamber.org/hudsonfest.shtm

6/5 Sat - Free Family Fun Day and The Unbreakable Spirit Walk, framingham

Official Website: Free Family Fun Day and The Unbreakable Spirit Walk
Location: Maple Street, Framingham, MA, 01702 directions
Framingham State's Maple Street Field, Maple Street, Framingham, MA 01702
Date: Saturday, June 5, 2010 - Saturday, June 5, 2010
Hours: 12 - 4 pm.
Ages: Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor: Outdoor
Cost: Free
Kids will have lots of fun with crafts balloon aninmals, games and prizes in the 'Kiddie Corner' sponsored The Kiddie Lodge Preschool. There will also be Face Painting, live children's music from Mr. Gerry, story telling by Big Joe, Children's fingerprinting by Framingham Auxiliary Police, and children's DNA program.

The parents can relax with a chair massage, browse and place a bid in the silent auction for items like jewelry, baskets, a stay on Cape Cod and much more, and raffles throughout the day with prizes including gift cards, gift certificates...and more.

Families can grab lunch, a snack or a treat from Framingham Baking Company and Oliva's Market & Catering and Ice Cream from Ben & Jerry's.
* There will also be music throughout the day including a DJ from D-J Entertainment and live music by recorded musicians, Huck, (www.huckmusic.com and www.myspace.com/huckpop).

There will also be a Walk happening to raise funds for OI. To join or create a walker team or make a donation online, go to: http://www.oif.org/site/TR/OIWalk-n-Wheel/General?fr_id=1370&pg=entry

http://www.bostoncentral.com/events/races/p15697.php

River Festival Cambridge June 5

a bit far but definitely a fun place to hang out all day!

This one-day celebration of the arts, attracting 200,000 annually. This FREE event along the banks of the Charles River features jazz, folk, Latin and world music performances, dance, art demonstrations, family art-making activities and over 100 specialty food purveyors and craftspeople!

Hudson Beach - Centennial Beach opens 6/12

CENTENNIAL BEACH
June 12 to June 20 — Weekdays and Weekends – 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
June 21 to Aug 13 — Weekdays – 9:00 am to 7:00 pm;
Weekends and Holidays – 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Aug 14 to Aug 22 — Weekdays and Weekends– 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Holidays Include: Monday, July 5 – Hours 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

CENTENNIAL BEACH PASSES
Resident Day Pass ……… $5.00 per day Resident Season Pass ………. $20.00
Non-Resident Day Pass …$10.00 per day Non-Resident Season Pass .…$40.00
Non-Resident Day passes will not be sold on weekends and holidays.
Groups of 6 or more people require a special permit, issued by Hudson Recreation.
Season Passes may ONLY be purchased at the
Recreation Office in the Town Hall on
Mondays through Fridays, from 8:30 am -4:00 pm

Cellucci Park Splash Pad Hudson - for free - for EVERYONE

CELLUCCI PARK SPLASH PAD

Great little Splash Pad for free, next to the Skatepark. Shaded. But no toilets!

The Cellucci Park Splash Pad is scheduled to open
sometime during the first 2 weeks in June.
Hours of operation: Daily from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Please be aware that the Splash Pad is equipped with a chemical monitoring system
that will automatically shut-off the Splash Pad if the chemical levels fall outside
the standard parameters. Such an event could be caused by many factors including but not limited to: inclement weather, power failures, high volume usage, etc

Hudson Fest June 5

Saturday June 5th 9 am to 4 pm
South Street in Downtown Hudson

On South Street

Avidia Bank hosts the Kobi Bikes—Bicycles Made for Seven Horseshoe Pub, Breakfast Burritos. Lobster Rolls, and Grilled Specials Food Court including hot dogs, hamburgers, fried dough, handcut French fries, sausage, seafood, steak tips, chicken, ice cream, Italian ice, BBQ pretzels, fudge shop, etc.
Nonprofit Row & The Happy Wagon!

In Cellucci Park

Boys & Girls Club Bounce House—All Day Long
St. Mary’s Credit Union—
Barn Babies Petting Zoo, 10 am. to 1 pm.
Visit the Pony from Lucky Horse Rescue
Splash Park, Playground, Face Painting & Sand Art

At the Rotary & on Main Street

Arts Alliance Youth Art, too Exhibit—
in various storefronts throughout Downtown.
Hudson Art & Framing Gigantic Sidewalk Sale!
Hudson Public Library Annual Toy Sale, 9 am. to 3 pm.
St. Luke’s Church Yard Sale & Concessions—
Featuring Lumpy’s Pulled Pork, 9 am. to 2 pm.
St. Michael School—Free Community Parking

In case of rain, all entertainment will be in the
Boys & Girls Club Church Street Clubhouse.

Sunday, May 30, 2010

Free - Wood Park Summer concert series, Hudson

http://www.townofhudson.org/Public_Documents/HudsonMA_Recreation/009937AA-000F8513.0/BROCHURE%20SUMMER%202010.pdf
WOOD PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - 65 Park Street
DAY/ TIME: Wednesdays at 6:30 pm
June 9 Brass Connection - sponsored by Hudson Recreation
June 16 River’s Edge Community Band, Chorale and Pro Musica Youth Chorus
Yesue Memorial Concert sponsored by Hudson Arts Alliance
Rain Location: Hudson High School Auditorium
June 23 Bolero- sponsored by Hudson Recreation
June 30 Staff Infection- sponsored by Hudson Recreation
July 7 The Jazz Bones - sponsored by friends of Wood Park Music Shell
July 14 Jumpin’ Juba- sponsored by Hudson Recreation
July 21 Ben Rudnick and Friends - sponsored by Hudson Arts Alliance
Rain Location: Hudson High School Auditorium
July 28 A Fourth of Jazz - sponsored by Intel of Massachusetts
Aug 4 The California Dreamers - sponsored by Hudson Recreation
Arts Alliance sponsored events rain location is Hudson High School Auditorium,
all others are at the Hudson Town Hall Auditorium.

5/31 -Memorial Day Parade, sudbuy

more info on http://www.sudbury.ma.us/news.asp?id=308

Parade Schedule:
The main part of the parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Rugged Bear Plaza, where Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and a delegation of Native Americans will join veterans, the American Legion, the Sudbury Companies of Militia and Minute, the Sudbury Ancient Fyfe and Drum Companies and Company F, 12 Georgia Infantry.
The parade follows Route 20 and Concord Road, with stops at Hop Brook for a Maritime Ceremony, the Civil War Monument at the Goodnow Library, and the World War II, Korea, Vietnam and King Philip monuments at Wadsworth Cemetery.

Cub Scouts and Brownies join the parade at Our Lady of Fatima, as it continues and ends with a World War I ceremony at Grinnell Park in the town center at 11:00am.


Town Center Activities:
Hosmer House opens to the public at 10:00 a.m. and remains open until 2:00 p.m. An exhibit of indemnification models is on display, and light refreshments will be served.

Friday, May 28, 2010

Wading pools for free in Marlborough for EVERYONE (not only Marlborough residents)

Great wading pools for kids 1m-approx. 5 years. Clean, 2 life guards, bathrooms, Farrell Field also has a playground next to it

LOCATIONS: Ward Park - Orchard Street
Farrell Field - Sawin Street
Please use the school parking lot

DATES: Opening Day Friday, June 25th

WADING POOL HOURS: Noon-6:00pm (7 Days Week)

POLICY: Disposable diapers are not allowed in the pool. Only Little Swimmers Disposable Swim Pants are allowed. For the safety of all, the rules will be posted and in effect at all times. The lifeguard has the authority to ask anyone who deliberately and continuously refuses to comply with the established guidelines to leave the pool area. Water shoes are recommended

Marlborough summer concert series starts 6/24 7-9pm

TO BE HELD AT UNION COMMON
THURSDAY EVENINGS 7-9PM

JUNE 24th: THE REMINISANTS
JULY 1st: JOHN PENNY BAND
JULY 8th: HUCK
JULY 15th: MOOD ELEVATORS
JULY 22nd: FLASHBACK
JULY 29th: SILVER CITY BAND
AUGUST 5th: THE CONTINENTALS
AUGUST 12th: DOM V & THE SWING
AUGUST 19th: USUAL SUSPECTS


ADMISSION IS FREE


NO RAIN DATES

Westborough Summer Concert Series starts 6/23

The Willows at Westborough, 1 Lyman St., has announced its 2010 Summer Concert Series will begin June 23 with the Interborough Band. Other performances include the Tom Nutile Big Band June 30, the John Penny Band July 7, Westwood Swing Band July 14, Beantown Swing Orchestra July 21, Fantasy Big Band July 28, Little Mahrud Jazz Orchestra Aug. 4 and Wolverine Jazz Band Aug. 11. All the concerts start at 7:15 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets – in case of rain, performances will be held indoors exclusively for Willows residents and their guests. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted for area charities.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

6/12, 6/13 - Riverfest - Canoe ride, camping, frog talk - Sudbury Valley Trustees

More on http://www.sudbury-assabet-concord.org/riverFest/


Sudbury Valley Trustees Sunset Paddle
June 13, from 7-9 p.m., join the Sudbury Valley Trustees for a sunset paddle in Sudbury. Leader/Speaker: Tom Arnold, SVT member. End the Riverfest weekend with a paddle along the Sudbury River as the sun sets and the moon rises. Participants will do an easy paddle and then raft together under the starlight. Feel free to bring and share a dessert, a suitable cold beverage. Cameras are recommended. Free, but space is limited to 16 people and registration is required. To register or for more info, call 1-978-443-5588 or visit www.sudburyvalleytrustees.org.

Sunset paddle

Date: Sunday June 13, Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Location: River Road, Sudbury
Leader/Speaker: Tom Arnold, SVT member
End Riverfest weekend with a paddle along the Sudbury River as the sun sets and the moon rises. We plan to do an easy paddle and then raft together under the starlight. Feel free to bring and share a dessert, a suitable cold beverage. Cameras are recommended. Limited to 16 persons. Free, registration required
Free Event
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Overnight at Fairhaven Bay

Date: Saturday June 12, Time: 10:00am
Location: Sudbury River, Framingham to Concord
Leader/Speaker: Bill Fadden, SVT member
Canoe/kayak the Sudbury from Framingham to Concord with camping at Fairhaven Bay. Meet at 10:00am to spot cars. New moon should permit good stargazing if the weather cooperates. Bring food and camping equipment. Total trip about 12 miles. Leader will supply s'mores and sanitary facilities at the campsite. Free, registration required
Free Event
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A place for frogs

Date: Sunday June 13, Time: 4:00-5:30pm
Location: Wolbach Farm, Sudbury
Leader/Speaker: Author Melissa Stewart
In this simple introduction to frogs and ecology, Melissa Stewart shares with young readers the behavior and beauty of frogs and describes specific ways people can protect them. Children will learn basic facts about frogs, where they live, what they eat, and how they benefit other plants and animals. Free, registration required
Free Event
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5/29 Sat - World Music, Happy Dance! at First Parish Hall, Northborough

World Music, Happy Dance! at First Parish Hall
From 2-6 p.m., join First Parish Hall, 40 Church St, Northborough, for a free, kid-friendly event for all ages, sizes and dances. Bring your favorite tunes, instruments, refreshments, your friends and family, your dancing feet, or just show up and clap along. Whether you bop ‘til you drop, tiptoe like a tulip or drift like a blessing, there is music for you. For more info, contact Judy at 1-508-624-7519 or judy@sacredspaces.ws.

5/27 Thur - “Mother Goose Asks Why” – Stories & Science at Northborough Free Library

Mother Goose Asks Why” – Stories & Science at Northborough Free Library
From 10-10:45 a.m., join the Children’s Department at Northborough Free Library, 34 Main St., for “Mother Goose Asks Why” – Stories & Science. Following a short story the kids and parents/caregivers will participate in a fun science experiment that ties in with the story heard. Recommended for ages 4 and 5 years old. To register or for more info, 1-508-393-5025 ext. 4.

Friday, May 21, 2010

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Free: 5/22 - WBOS Earthfest, Boston

I don't usually post Boston in this blog - but This is a very good family fun
Official Website: Family Music & Activities: WBOS Earthfest
Occurs at: The Charles River Esplanade
Location: Boston
Phone:617-727-1188 x 4
Date: Saturday, May 22, 2010
Hours: 12:00am - 5:00pm
Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor: Outdoor
Cost: Free see below

From musical acts to face painting, the 13th Annual WBOS EarthFest is the perfect place for families and children. WBOS Earthfest will feature an expanded Family Area.

Presented by Whole Foods Market and free to the public, EarthFest will once again be a celebration for the Earth showcasing environmentally friendly products, groups, and activities. EarthFest will also feature an all-star musical line-up, an interactive family area and more. Produced in conjunction with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, the event is expected to draw more than 125,000!

Monday, May 17, 2010

5/22 - Celebrate World Fair Trade Day, sudbury

Official Website: Celebrate World Fair Trade Day
Location: 410 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, MA, 01776 directions
Phone:978-443-6122
Date: Saturday, May 22, 2010
Hours: 11am -- 4pm
Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor: Outdoor

We're thrilled to announce our second annual World Fair Trade Day Celebration,
Saturday, May 22, 11am- 4pm, featuring Rosi and Brian Amador of Sol y Canto, performing from 1-3 pm. Their crystalline voice, lush guitar and joyful rhythms will please the whole family.

The free entertainment opens with moving arts and circus entertainment by the Grasshopper Collective from noon to 1 pm.

Oaxacan wood carvers Epifanio Fuentes and Saurencia Santiago, from Mexico, will demonstrate carving and painting their fantastic folk art animals.

Also featuring face painting and temporary tattoos by Alissa Lynn, kids activities, Cafe India and other food vendors, and Fair Trade handcraft vendors.

Admission free. For crafts activities, the suggested donation is $1 per item.

Free 5/23 - Westford, BBQ at East Boston Camps

Official Website: Free Spring BBQ at East Boston Camps
Location: 66 Depot Street, Westford, MA, 01886 directions
Date: Sunday, May 23, 2010 - Sunday, May 23, 2010
Hours: 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor: Outdoor

Second Annual FREE SPRING BBQ – All Are Welcome!

Join us at Westford's beautiful EBC camps on Sunday May 23 from 12-4. Enjoy free food and drinks, hayrides, live music and games, nature walks, Bingo and swimming. This is free family fun in a natural, scenic location.

Park at Stony Brook Middle School or Depot Street Entrance. Handicapped and strollers – use Depot St.

Sponsored by Westford Friends of East Boston Camps.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

Free: 5/16 - walking tour in Stow

"Walking Tour of Upper Village"

Stow's early history will come alive at Stow Springfest on Sat., May 15, at a "Walking Tour of Upper Village" sponsored by the Stow Historical Society. Local historians will lead the walk, centering on Great Road, Upper Common and Crescent Street detailing historical facts about the town buildings and old homes found in this area.
The walk will leave from the front of Town Hall at 2 p.m. and will last about one hour. The buildings and homes reflect much of Stow's history for the past three centuries. The original center of the town was located at the present site of the Stow Shopping Center, and in the mid 1800's the town center moved west to the area around the Town Hall. Beautiful buildings including the First Parish Church and the Randall Library grace the Upper Common surrounded by lovely old houses.
A souvenir brochure detailing the history of this old town center will be given to each participant.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

FREE: Shop for Free at Trinity Church, Bolton

Saturday, May 15th
9:00 am – 3:00pm
Trinity Church, Congregational
14 Wattaquadock Hill Rd. Bolton MA
  • Household Goods! Clothes! Toys! Music and Videos! Furniture! Decorations! Books!...and More!
  • Indoor yard sale - all items free

Free: 5/16 Sun Family Fair at Wolbach Farm, Sudbury

Family Fair at Wolbach Farm

Date: Sunday May 16, Time: Noon - 5:00pm
Location: Wolbach Farm, Sudbury
Leader/Speaker: 
Come enjoy an afternoon of old-time fun with your family while getting to know the treasures of Wolbach Farm.  Included in this Country Fair will be scavenger hunts, raffles, a pie bake-off, and more!  Free.  Rain or Shine. For more details, click here.   
Calling all bakers: Enter your yummy pie in our pie-tasting contest!

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

free turtle walk 5/16 - Great Meadows NWR, Concord

Turtle Walk with Bryan Windmiller

Sun., May 16th 10:30 am - noon. Join Bryan Windmiller and The Nature Connection again this spring as we look for live turtles and enjoy the fascinating nature of Great Meadows NWR. A gifted teacher and professional wildlife ecologist since 1987, Bryan's research includes human impact on vernal pool amphibians, and the conservation of Blanding's turtles. This popular annual walk is free! Meet at Great Meadows, end of Monsen Rd. off Rte. 62. Call 978-369-2585 for information. The Nature Connection is a nonprofit based in Concord, Mass., that brings therapeutic and educational nature programs to at-risk youth, people with disabilities and elders. Visit www.nature-connection.org for more info.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Firefighter Combat Challenge: May 14 - May 15

May 14 and 15, 2010

Firefighter Combat Challenge
Friday, May 14, 2010 starting at 4:00 pm
Saturday, May 15, 2010, starting at 10:00 am
Solomon Pond Mall, 601 Donald J. Lynch Blvd., Marlborough, MA


Firefighters from the 6 New England States will compete or observe. Individuals, Tandems, Teams and Relay Teams. Bring the whole family! Your children will love the "Kid's Firefighter Challenge.

To see flyer, click here. For more information, visit www.firefighterchallenge.com

Monday, May 10, 2010

free: Lilja Spring Fair 5/16 Sun Natick

Location: 41 Bacon Street, Natick, MA, 01760 directions
Phone:508-647-6570
Dates: Sun from 5/16/10 - 5/16/10
Hours: 12 noon - 4 pm
Ages: Toddlers, Kids
In/Outdoor: Outdoor
Cost: Free

Fun for the whole family; preschool through elementary school age. Come out and enjoy jumping in the moonwalks, Games for all ages, balloons, face-painting, a rockwall, games & prizes. Activity tickets available for purchase. Rain or Shine.

Lilja Elementary School in Natick. 41 Bacon Street.
http://www.bostoncentral.com/events/fair/p15259.php

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

free Sat 5/8 - Wayside Inn Hosting Star Party


Wayside Inn Hosting Star Party 

Sat., May 8th. The Skylight Astronomical Society, Inc. will be holding it’s semi-annual Star Party at the historic Wayside Inn. Please join us anytime between dusk and 10:00pm. See planets and stars up close and learn more about them. Make an evening of it. Stop by the Inn for dinner or a yummy treat from their bakeshop, and end your evening viewing the night sky, or visa versa. The Star Party is a free event. For more information and last minute updates see: http://www.sasobservatory.org or call 978-568-0326

Monday, May 3, 2010

Sat May 8 - Tenacre Family Fair - Wellesley


Official Website: Tenacre Family Fair
Location: 78 Benvenue, Wellesley, MA, 02482 directions
Phone:781-235-2282
Date: Saturday, May 8, 2010 - Saturday, May 8, 2010
Hours: 10 am - 2 pm
Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Adults
In/Outdoor: Indoor, Outdoor
Admission is free. Most games cost $1 to $2, and rides cost $2 to $3.
http://www.bostoncentral.com/events/fair/p15048.php

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Free: Children's Day in Bolton


There is a Children's Day in Bolton on this Saturday 5/1 at 10:00 Am.
The Emerson School
Rte 117, Bolton, MA

Local Police, Kid’s Care ID’s 
Child Development, Nutrition, Health & Safety Information
Local Preschool & Childcare and family friendly businesses with fun activities for children   
Davis’ Farm Land  

11:00am Children’s Safety Show, CHUCK and MUDD Family Music Entertainment  10:00—1:00 

Friday, April 23, 2010

Free: Family day 4/24 - Framingham Common

Family Day

Centre Common
Saturday, April 24
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Family Day on the Common

Take your family back in time. Come learn how to play old fashioned games like rounders, graces, hoops, and more. Tour one of Framingham’s first school houses (The Old Academy) and the Village Hall. Enjoy treasure hunts, games and hands-on activities. There will be refreshments and antiques for sale as well. Free to the Public.
For information call: 508-872-0484 or email

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Free: 5/6 Thur National Mom Nite out at Simon Pond Mall

Mall Event:
May 6, 2010
NATIONAL MOMS NIGHT OUT, May 6 from 4-8 pm
National Moms Night Out
Thursday, May 6 from 4-8

A much deserved night out with the “girls” on Thursday, May 6 from 4-8 at Solomon Pond Mall, this free event is a great way for local moms to have a night out! Come enjoy massages, wine sampling, pedicures & manicures and register to win great prizes throughout the night!  Mom’s Night Out highlights all the businesses and services that all moms are looking for:  fashion, beauty trends, time savers, nutrition information and much more!  Get the girls together and head over to the Solomon Pond Mall for a Mom’s Night out!
 
www.momsniteout.com

Monday, April 19, 2010

Free: Wednesday 4/21, 2:00 pm – Animals From Around the World, southboro lib

Wednesday, 2:00 pm – Animals From Around the World: Presented by The Creature Teachers, Children age 3 and up are invited to meet and learn about a variety of animals from many places. Please register at Children’s Room desk or by calling 508-485-5031.  Southboro lib.  For more information, visit the Southborough Library website (www.southboroughlib.org).

Free - have a piece of cake, stories and make a craft monthly at Randall Library Calendar, stow

Wednesday 3:30 pm  HAPPY BIRTHDAY PARTY !
1st Wednesday of every month!  Everyone is invited to come and eat cake,listen to stories and make a craft which you can take home!!
All Ages    No registration required.
see http://www.stow-ma.gov/Pages/StowMA_Library/children

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Free: 4/24 Sat - Earth Day Family Celebration: Garden in the Woods

Official Website: Earth Day Family Celebration: Garden in the Woods
Location: 180 Hemenway Rd., Framingham, MA, 01701 directions
Phone:508-877-7630
Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Hours: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm; Special events take place between noon and 4 p.m., with tours given on the half hour.
Earth Day is free and fun for the whole family. Special events take place between noon and 4 p.m., with tours given on the half hour. Families will enjoy searching the Garden for signs of spring with our Scavenger Hunt Sheet. Other family activities include face-painting, seed planting, and making a pine cone bird feeder to take home. Look for mystery creatures in the Garden.

We will be raffling an American Girl doll, Lanie, who 'was born with outdoor genes' and loves learning about nature. Lanie comes with an accesory package, including a book, and a pet bunny on a leash. Raffle tickets will be available in the Idea Garden on Earth Day and the drawing will occur at 4 p.m. Visit the 'American Girl' table for more nature crafts and activities.

2010 Earth Day focuses this year on trees, honoring Arbor Day as well. Join nationally recognized storyteller and author Diane Edgecomb at 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. at the Woodland Stage for her enchanting tree tales. Free tree saplings will be given to each family, while supplies last. Try out our 'Tree-Ask' activity, using our online ID key to identify some local native woody types.

FREE: 4/25 Sun - 10th Annual Kite Day at Bose Mountain

Official Website: 10th Annual Kite Day at Bose Mountain
Location: Bose Mountain, Framingham, MA, 01701 directions
Phone:508 652-9900
Date: Sunday, April 25, 2010 - Sunday, April 25, 2010
Hours: Noon -4:00pm


Kite Day is sponsored by the Autism Alliance of MetroWest, A Program of Advocates Inc. and The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc. This is our 10th Annual. We provide free face painting, free KIITES, free bottled water, entertainment and more. Its all about promoting autism awareness.

Friday, April 16, 2010

Sunday, April 18 -- Bay State Kids Ranger Walk -- Fresh Pond, Cambridge sponsored by BSKO

April 18 - 1:30 pm _ Fresh Pond Cambridge - Water, soil and the how Fresh Pond was formed.
Ranger Jean Rogers and Geologist Ed Myskowski will likely join us for a fun and educational walk
around Fresh Pond.  Registration required - see http://www.bsko.org/TakeAHike.html

AMC: Assabet and Concord Rivers 4/17


With lunch under historic Old North Bridge. Good beginner's trip.
 
Date(s):April 17, 2010 (Sat)
Location:Concord,  Massachusetts, Central,  MA MA
Trip Difficulty:Moderate
Sponsoring Chapter:Worcester
Leader:David Miller
508-853-8964
pagayeur@verizon.net
Registration is required for this trip. See contact above.
http://trips.outdoors.org/index.cfm/method/search.fullview/tripid/25132/

FREE: Visit National Park - National Park Week, April 17-25

National Park Week, April 17-25: National Park Service is waiving the admission fee of all 392 national parks tomorrow through all of the upcoming week. This can save you $5 to $20 per person. The downside is, most parks will be much busier than normal, with long lines especially on Saturday & Sunday the 24 & 25th.

Friday, April 9, 2010

Free Museums for Bank of America Customers

see http://museums.bankofamerica.com/ for more details
Valid dates are the first full weekends of each month, through September
Worcester: Ecotaurium
Boston: Museum of Fine Art
Framingham: Danforth Museum of Art
Lincoln: DeCordova Museum
Cambridge: Harvard Museum of National History

Free: Apr 18 - Lowell National Historical Park, family hands-on fun

April 18, 2010 - 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
220 Aiken Street
Lowell Community Gardens Greenhouse has family hands-on fun from noon until 4pm.  You can tour the green house, participate in educational workshops, create arts and crafts from the earth.  You can also find out about improving our environment through community gardening, organic agriculture, recycling, composting and more.
Fees:
Free
Contact:
Deb Harding
978-761-5902
deborah@commuintygardensgreenhouse.org

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Free: April 10th, 11 AM—1 PM. YMCA Healthy Kids Day

YMCA Healthy Kids Day, YMCA-Boroughs Family Branch in Westborough, April 10th, 11 AM—1 PM. Open to all members, nonmembers, visitors and friends. TWC FN sponsors Children’s Musician, Mr. Kim @ 11:15. FREE Family Fun Events include: Pony Rides, Sutton 4-H farm animals, jumpy house, face painting, science fun, crafts, puppet theater play space and Cow Chip Bingo Contest at noon (see Cindi for raffle ticket).

Free - Sun., Apr. 11, Tower of Hill - Spring Open House w/FREE ADMISSION!

Spring Open House: See Tower Hill's Newest Addition. 

see http://www.towerhillbg.org/thwebspecev.html for detail.
Environment / Nature - Reception
Sunday, April 11, 2010
10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Visit Tower Hill today to discover all that the garden has to offer throughout the year, and see the latest addition--a brand new reception area, a renovated gift shop, and a new kitchen. Enjoy guided tours and special prizes.
Cost: FREE & Open to the Public

Thursday, April 1, 2010

FREE: Lowes Hudson kid project Sat 10-11am

see http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/ChooseAClinic.aspx

Mini Baseball Game Saturday Apr 10, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM


See It Grow Planter
Saturday Apr 17, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

free kids concert at Westborough library 4/15 10:30am

Making Music with Ellen Hoffman
Rhythm & Movement
Interactive Music Fun
Ages 2 & up
Thursday, April 15, 10:30 am in the Children's Room at the Westborough library

FREE: monthly crafts at Home Depot in Marlborough

Home Depot Marlborough, MA
while supplies last 9am-12pm rain or shine
Adult supervision required

April 3 Butterfly House
May 1 Picket Fence Planter
June 5 Soccer Game
July 3 Periscope
August 7 Pencil Organizer
September 4 Football Display
October 2 Fireboat
December 4 Picture Frame
January 1 Battery Organizer

Friday, March 26, 2010

FREE: 3/26-3/28 - Home and Leisure show at Solomon Pond Mall, Marlboro

We will feature a number of events at the Show. Segways rides will take place on the second floor parking deck by Macy's. If the weather is bad, we will plan on moving the Segways downstairs under the parking deck roof.

We will have tables setup for the Acton Discovery Museum to conduct experiments and activities. They will be on the first floor, near the Easter Bunny.

By Sears, there will be a seminar stage with various seminars held over the weekend. Pick up a seminar schedule as you enter the Show or check back for an update on this page as we get closer to the Show.

The Home & Leisure Show will be held March 26-28, 2010, at the Solomon Pond Mall in Marlborough, Mass. The Mall is conveniently located off Route 495 (exit 25B) to Route 290 on Donald Lynch Boulevard in Marlborough. Show hours are Friday, March 26, from 4 pm - 10 pm; Saturday, March 27, from 10 am - 9 pm; and Sunday, March 28, from Noon – 6 pm.

see details at http://homeandleisureshow.com/

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

3/27 Solomon pond mall: Easter Bunny

March 27, 2010

Kidgits Club BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY , Saturday, March 27th, 8-9:30am

Saturday, March 27th - 8-9:30am - Please RSVP at Simon Guest Services
Come visit with the Easter Bunny and enjoy breakfast in the Food Court and cool Easter crafts!

see http://www.simon.com/mall/?ID=339 for details

March 12–April 3, 2010

PHOTOS WITH THE EASTER BUNNY, March 12th-April 3rd

March 12th - April 3rd in the Ann Taylor & Abercrombie & Fitch Court
Visit our Spring Garden and have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny!

FREE: 3/27 - Tanglewood Marionettes - The Fairy Circus

Come enjoy the nationally recognized Tanglewood Marionettes at the Sherborn Community Center on Saturday, March 27th at 10:30 am. The group’s presentation of “The Fairy Circus” uses sophisticated puppetry and audience participation to demonstrate this classic and fun art form.

See puppets dance, play instruments, juggle and fly through the air, all to the music of famous composers. This free, one-hour program is sponsored by the Sherborn Cultural Committee and organized by the Friends of the Sherborn Library. This is a perfect weekend activity for the entire family.

see details: http://www.bostoncentral.com/fwd.php?main=events&sub=theater&sub2=14878&pgx=zbp.frggrabvenzqbbjrytang.jjj&backlink=%2Fevents%2Ftheater%2Fp14878.php

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

A Conversation with the Commissioner of Early Education and Care

Meet the Commissioner, Sherri Killins on April 13th, 6-8pm, 10 Austin Street, Worcester, MA 01609. R.S.V.P to Donna Joppas at donna.joppas@massmail.state.ma.us or 508-798-5180 x203 with your name, address, phone number and email address.
As parents, and often consumers of early education and care programs and services, parents have an integral role in shaping the policies, programs and practices that are designed and supported by the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). We are pleased to announce upcoming opportunities for parents to participate in a conversation with EEC’s Commissioner, Sherri Killins. The discussion will focus on developing effective communication strategies that EEC can employ that will help families understand the critical elements of high quality programming, including: curriculum and learning, the importance of early childhood environments as the framework for children’s learning, qualifications and professional development of early childhood educators, the key role families play as partners in their child’s education, and the role of leadership in early education and care. The conversation will focus on effective methods for providing parents with information and resources that help them become aware of current science related to raising young children and recognizing high quality programming. Thank you for your help and partnership as we develop a predictable system to support parents as their children’s first teacher.


The Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care provides the foundation that supports all children in their development as lifelong learners and contributing members of the community, and supports families in their essential work as parents and caregivers.

Monday, March 15, 2010

FREE: Friday, March 19, Westford - 'Healthy Choices' Mime / Comedy Family Show

Location: 14 West Street, Westford, MA, 01886 directions
Phone:978-392-0470
Date: Friday, March 19, 2010 - Friday, March 19, 2010
Hours: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Ages: Kids, Adults

Robert Rivest (www.rivestmime.com), comedian and mime artist extraordinaire, presents a high-energy, comedy and mime show. This family-friendly show will inject 'healthy lifestyle topics with humor' and discuss mindful choices about food, exercise, entertainment & safety. Lots of audience participation and FUN!

Sponsored by Lowell General Hospital, The Pediatric Practice of Drs. Gilchrist and Sevigny in Chelmsford, and BOOST Fitness.

FREE. Open to the Public. Contact Heidi Tierney / intothewoods3@comcast.net or 978.392.0470