After several years of running Family Friendly Boston, I’ve decided to shut it down at the end of the month. All reviews and guides will be moved to Mom’s Favorite Stuff at the end of June. Thanks so much for your loyalty over the years.
Cambridge River Festival
What better way to kick off the summer than the 33rd Annual Cambridge River Festival! On Saturday June 2nd from 12:00 to 6:00pm head down to the banks of the Charles River for a fun filled festival that is sure to have something that appeals to everyone in your family! This free event is unlike [...]
Miss Saigon and Legally Blonde at Boston’s Children’s Theatre
The Boston’s Children’s Theatre is back with two of the biggest blockbusters of the summer! Miss Saigon and Legally Blonde will be coming to theatres this summer, and slots are still available for their amazing summer program for kids 4-14! If you are looking for a fun and engaging program for your child look no [...]
New Playground at Franklin Park Zoo to open this summer!
Visitors of Boston’s historic Franklin Park Zoo will soon have another attraction to visit in the 72-acres that make up the zoo. Construction has begun on a new innovative 10,000 sq. foot playground that is set to open by late June/early July. The new addition, made possible by the Play 2 Dream Foundation, puts safety [...]
Carnival offering cruises to Canada from Boston in June!
Carnival cruise lines will soon be offering service to Canada from Boston with a series of round-trip four- and five-day eastern Canada cruises aboard the 2,974-passenger Carnival Glory beginning in June. Carnival will be the only cruise line offering short cruises from Boston to the Canadian Maritimes! This new service will provide a convenient and [...]

3 Musketeers Like-Up Boston
I’m a co-host of the 3 Musketeers Like-Up in Boston, and you are all invited! Here are the details: What: 3 MUSKETEERS Like-Up Boston When: Tuesday, October 25, 2011 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Where: W Hotel Boston – 100 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116 Online Event Invite: http://3musketeersboston.eventbrite.com/ 3 MUSKETEERS’® social friends and followers in [...]
Events Calendar
Have you been checking out our events calendar? It’s updated monthly with loads of different events throughout the Greater Massachusetts area. If you notice that we’re missing your favorite venue, or want to add an event, fill out our form or send us an email.
Voting for Boston’s A-List
WHAT: Cambridge-based CityVoter, organizer of the popular The Boston A-List annual contest, sweetens the prize pot this holiday season by rewarding the top five voters who know Boston best and the top three local businesses who obtain the most votes! The Boston A-List features more than 1,600 local businesses, including boutiques, restaurants, services and attractions, [...]
Boston Area Family Events
- Feed the Animals
Feed the Animals
When Saturday, May 18. 2013 10:00 AM Saturday, May 18. 2013 11:00 AM Where South Shore Natural Science Center 48 Jacobs Lane Norwell, MA Come watch a naturalist feed the animals at the Nature Center. Learn more about what some turtles eat, where some amphibians live, and other interesting things about the animals in the EcoZone Museum. Free with admission.
- Meet an Animal
Meet an Animal
When Saturday, May 18. 2013 02:00 PM Saturday, May 18. 2013 03:00 PM Where South Shore Natural Science Center 48 Jacobs Lane Norwell, MA Come learn more about one of our animals when a naturalist brings it out for a visit. A different animal is featured each week. Free with admission.
- Toe Jam Puppet Band
Toe Jam Puppet Band
When Monday, May 20. 2013 10:30 AM Monday, May 20. 2013 11:30 AM Where Buttonwood Park Zoo. Cost: Zoo Admission + $5/family Sing, dance and play the hour away with New Bedford’s favorite, The Toe Jam Puppet Band!
- Sundae Monday!
Sundae Monday!
When Monday, May 20. 2013 11:00 AM Monday, May 20. 2013 02:00 PM Where Imagination Island 12 Resnick Rd. Plymouth, MA Get cool with a FREE ice cream sundae. Free with admission. For more information visit www.imaginationislandusa.com - Little Chefs
Little Chefs
When Monday, May 20. 2013 11:00 AM Monday, May 20. 2013 11:30 AM Where Imajine That. 54 Merrimack Street, 2nd Floor. Lawrence. It’s important for your child to play an active role in the preparation of their meal. It’s not only fun, but also deliciously educational! We’ll be offering a different food for your child to make for brunch each time! Examples include: pizza, smoothies, quesadillas, parfaits, etc. Check with the front desk day of to see what we’re offering for the day!
Cost: $5/child (price includes a juice box)
Register at Front Desk! - Toe Jam Puppet Band
Toe Jam Puppet Band
When Monday, May 20. 2013 12:30 PM Monday, May 20. 2013 01:30 PM Where Buttonwood Park Zoo. Cost: Zoo Admission + $5/family Sing, dance and play the hour away with New Bedford’s favorite, The Toe Jam Puppet Band!
- Open Gym/Mommy & Me Playtime
Open Gym/Mommy & Me Playtime
When Monday, May 20. 2013 02:45 PM Monday, May 20. 2013 03:45 PM Where My Gym 182 Summer St. Kingston, MA A full hour of non-structured playtime. Free for members taking classes. $5 for members not enrolled and $10 for non-members. For more information, call (781)582-2255
- TOES-day Toe Jam Puppet Band
TOES-day Toe Jam Puppet Band
When Tuesday, May 21. 2013 10:30 AM Tuesday, May 21. 2013 11:30 AM Where Buttonwood Park Zoo. Cost: Zoo Admission + $5/family
Join the Toe Jam Puppet Band for special TOES-day performances this January and sing, dance and play the hour away. - Little Chefs
Little Chefs
When Tuesday, May 21. 2013 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 21. 2013 11:30 AM Where Imajine That. 54 Merrimack Street, 2nd Floor. Lawrence. It’s important for your child to play an active role in the preparation of their meal. It’s not only fun, but also deliciously educational! We’ll be offering a different food for your child to make for brunch each time! Examples include: pizza, smoothies, quesadillas, parfaits, etc. Check with the front desk day of to see what we’re offering for the day!
Cost: $5/child (price includes a juice box)
Register at Front Desk! - TOES-day Toe Jam Puppet Band
TOES-day Toe Jam Puppet Band
When Tuesday, May 21. 2013 12:30 PM Tuesday, May 21. 2013 01:30 PM Where Buttonwood Park Zoo. Cost: Zoo Admission + $5/family
Join the Toe Jam Puppet Band for special TOES-day performances this January and sing, dance and play the hour away.














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