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Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt at Faneuil Hall - Boston

Faneuil Hall Marketplace Events Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt

Join us on Saturday, March 24th for our annual Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt! The clue sheets and baskets will begin right at 11:30 am and the event lasts until all eggs are found. Pick up your Easter basket and clue sheet then solve the clues to figure out which businesses around Faneuil Hall are hiding all the candy filled eggs! This event is free and meant for children ages 1-13 years old accompanied by an adult. Supplies are limited, please show up right at the start time.

This event registraion fills quickly. Call ahead to confirm registration. 617) 523-1300

When: 
Saturday, March 24, 2018 from 11:30 to 1:30
Call ahead to confirm registration
Location: 
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Boston
Easter Egg Hunt

WCRB Classical Cartoon Festival - WGBH at Symphony Hall Boston

WCRB Classical Cartoon Festival - WGBH Boston Events for Kids

99.5 WCRB presents the 19th annual Classical Cartoon Festival. Kids of all ages will enjoy their favorite Warner Bros. cartoons set to classical music on a giant screen, along with live performances, visits from beloved PBS children's characters, and more.

Experience vintage animations as they were meant to be seen… on the big screen!

Celebrate the classic characters you love at our annual Cartoon Fest. This year features the work of the beloved American animator Chuck Jones, who is best known for his work with Warner Bros. on classic Looney Tunes shorts. Between 1933 and 1996, Jones created memorable characters like Elmer Fudd, Marvin the Martian, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, Pepe Le Pew, and many more. Don’t miss this fantastic annual festival that’s fun for the whole family!

Roving Costume characters include Curious George, Peep, Clifford, Super Why, Princess Presto, Arthur, and Digit!

When: 
March 24, 2018, 10am-4pm
Location: 
Symphony Hall
Boston

MFA: Mark Rothko: Reflection

Museum of Fine Art Mark Rothko Exhibit

An immersive display of 11 masterpieces by Mark Rothko (1903–70), on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., invites visitors to contemplate the power of art to shape human experience.

Opening on September 24, don’t miss “Mark Rothko: Reflection,” an immersive display of 11 masterpieces by the artist, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC. The artworks showcase the full sweep of Rothko’s career—from early surrealist work and multiform compositions to classic color field paintings—and trace his exploration of the expressive potential of color.

When: 
now through July 1, 2018
Location: 
Museum of Fine Arts
Boston
Museum Exhibit

Alex’s Team to Host 4th Annual Spirit Ball

Alex's Team Fundraiser

The Alex’s Team Foundation is proud to announce that the 4th Annual Spirit Ball will be held on December 2nd at the House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts.

This signature event celebrates the life of Alexandra Jane Miliotis and memorializes her journey of hope and courage during her battle against Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia. Her angelic smile, positive outlook, and unwavering loyalty to her friends and family has been instilled in the Foundation. As a testament to her strength and courage, the Alex’s Team Foundation strives to find unique ways to support childhood cancer research and nursing. The Foundation’s motivation lies within the impact they are able to make within the cancer community by providing multiple layers of service-driven support to nursing care staff, doctors and families. Through their flagship programs with Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard University Medical School and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Alex’s Team Foundation truly believes that the groundwork has been laid to establish a lasting impact on the search to cure childhood cancer and improve the quality of life for patients and their families.

When: 
December 2, 2017 from 7pm to midnight
Boston

Watson Adventures’ Wizard School Scavenger Hunt

This Mother's Day, follow in the footsteps of young wizards on a field trip to the Museum of Fine Arts in search of art that echoes characters, places and enchanted objects in the famed Harry Potter books and movies. Be prepared to track down flying owls, Hagrid-like giants, centaurs and unicorns like those you’d see in the Forbidden Forest, dragons that seem straight out of the Triwizard Tournament, and eerie figures as scary as any Death Eater or Dementor.

Wizards and muggles alike can play and enjoy this hunt. The hunt is not an addition to or variation on Harry’s adventures, but instead references to the books will provide a surprising bridge to many strange and wonderful works of art. It’s a great way to discover—or rediscover—the museum.

This hunt is designed for kids and adults to do together, but all-adult teams will be allowed to compete separately. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

When: 
Sunday, May 14, 2017, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location: 
Museum of Fine Arts
Boston

Boston Children's Museum Star Wars Weekend

Things for kids to do in Boston

Join us in a galaxy not so far away as we celebrate the art, science, and design of Star Wars! All weekend long you can dress up as your favorite Star Wars character, put your Jedi skills to the test on our training course, build an X-Wing or Death Star with KEVA blocks, and meet some of your favorite characters! Each day will have fun and engaging activities for the whole family!

When: 
Friday evening May 5, Saturday May 6, and Sunday May 7, 2017
Location: 
Boston Children's Museum
Boston
Museum

Museum of Science: POPnology

Museum of Science: Museum of Science Boston

Experience a fusion of science fiction and science fact in POPnology, the Museum's newest temporary exhibition celebrating and exploring the greatest works of innovation and imagination in history. Discover how the most innovative breakthroughs often have surprising beginnings — how movies, books, television, and art continue to inspire technological advancements. Four key exhibit areas reveal the science and technology in our everyday lives, where we've been, and where we're going.

When: 
Now through June 30, 2017
Location: 
Museum of Science
Boston
Museum Exhibit

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Shore School in Beverly Massachusetts offers a host of Summer programs for kids aged 5-12

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
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Bruins Pajama Drive
Drop off new pajama donations at libraries across the North Shore as part of the Boston Bruins PJ Drive.
From February 1 through March 15, Cradles to Crayons®, the Boston Bruins, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and Wonderfund are coming together with organizations in your community to collect new pajamas for local children living in low-income and homeless situations. Together, we are...
7:00 am to 9:00 pm
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Music Together - Tuesday in Marblehead
Marblehead, Beverly Farms, Hamilton, Salem, Peabody Music Together
Music Together® is a research-based music & movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Music Together® of Salem classes make it easy for parents/primary caregivers to play a crucial role in activating their child's music development. Classes are 45...
Where: Unitarian Universalist Church of Marblehead
10:00 am to 10:45 am
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Guided Tour | When Granite Was King!
Find out the story behind the history of granite quarrying at Halibut Point State Park in Rockport, Massachusetts!
Halibut Point State Park is also a granite quarry with a history that goes back billions of years! Over one hundred years ago, the Rockport Granite Company quarried granite stone here.
Where: Halibut Point State Park
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
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CraneExplorer: Family Full Moon Hike in the Dunes
Walk through the Crane Wildlife Refuge in Ipswich Massachusetts with the Trustees under the full moon.
There is almost nothing more peaceful than a evening walk at the Crane Estate, and we would like to invite your family to join us for a unique hiking experience. With the full moon rising over the Atlantic, we’ll start with a sunset stroll along Crane Beach admiring this spectacle before heading...
Where: Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
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Chess Club at Salem Public Library
Salem Public Library hosts a weekly chess club for all ages on Tuesday evenings.
Salem Public Library the library is hosting weekly chess nights where players of all ages can play and learn from each other.  Whether you're new to the game or a veteran player, all skill levels welcome, and basic instruction
Where: Salem Public Library
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
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Setting Intentions: A Mindful Approach to Parenting in the Digital Age
Setting Intentions: A Mindful Approach to Parenting in the Digital Age hosted by Brookwood School at the JCC North Shore in Marblehead Massachusetts
How can we foster resilience, connection, and balance in an era where technology is woven into every aspect of our children’s lives? Join Brookwood School’s Jean Skaane, Wellness Coordinator, and David Saunders, Director of Leadership, Changemaking, and Technology, for a thoughtful discussion on...
Where: Jewish Community Center of the North Shore
7:00 pm
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Tuesday, February 18

Chess Club at Salem Public Library
Salem Public Library hosts a weekly chess club for all ages on Tuesday evenings.
Salem Public Library the library is hosting weekly chess nights where players of all ages can play and learn from each other.  Whether you're new to the game or a veteran player, all skill levels welcome, and basic instruction
Where: Salem Public Library
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
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Wednesday, February 19

Bruins Pajama Drive
Drop off new pajama donations at libraries across the North Shore as part of the Boston Bruins PJ Drive.
From February 1 through March 15, Cradles to Crayons®, the Boston Bruins, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and Wonderfund are coming together with organizations in your community to collect new pajamas for local children living in low-income and homeless situations. Together, we are...
7:00 am to 9:00 pm
♦ Read More →

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
♦ Read More →

Quarry Quest Treasure Hunt
Kids will enjoy this treasure hunt at the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry in Rockport Massachusetts
Enjoy an outdoor treasure hunt at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations during February Vacation! Halibut Point State Park invites kids and families to follow clues then unscramble to find a treasure box!
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
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Hike & Seek: Magic in the Winter Forest
Kids will learn about the winter survival skills of animals at the Stevens Coolidge Place in North Andover Massachusetts!
Have you ever wondered what happens in nature during the winter months? Do you have questions like, “where do certain animals go” or “why does it snow”? Join us this February school vacation for this self-guided winter themed family-friendly bundle for use along the Stevens-to-Stevens trail in...
Where: Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Appleton Farms | February Vacation Week Camps
Appleton Farm's February Vacation programs for kids in Ipswich Massachusetts
In the winter, many people hunker down to stay indoors, but at Appleton Farms, we make the most of the cold, quiet season. There is no better place to spend winter farm days than in exploring in the snow and learning to love the outdoors in all seasons! This program is for kids who are looking to...
Where: Appleton Farms
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Music Together - Wednesday
Marblehead, Beverly Farms, Hamilton, Salem, Peabody Music Together
Music Together® is a research-based music & movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Music Together® classes make it easy for parents/primary caregivers to play a crucial role in activating their child's music development. Classes are 45 minutes...
Where: St. John's Episcopal Church in Beverly Farms
9:30 am to 11:15 am
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February School Vacation at Bradley Palmer

Bradley Palmer State Park has some great acitivities for kids during February vacation week in Massachusetts
Bradley Palmer State Park is located at 40 Asbury St. in Topsfield. All programs are free and open to the public. Reasonable accommodations upon request. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Events outside may include rough, uneven trails that contain ice and snow, warm clothing and...
Where: Bradley Palmer State Park
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Thursday, February 20

Bruins Pajama Drive
Drop off new pajama donations at libraries across the North Shore as part of the Boston Bruins PJ Drive.
From February 1 through March 15, Cradles to Crayons®, the Boston Bruins, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and Wonderfund are coming together with organizations in your community to collect new pajamas for local children living in low-income and homeless situations. Together, we are...
7:00 am to 9:00 pm
♦ Read More →

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
♦ Read More →
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