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 [...]
Cambridge River Festival

Celebrate National Pancake Week at the Four Season Boston During School Vacation Week
This week, during February school vacation week, the Four Seasons Boston is celebrating National Pancake Week with a special breakfast at the Bristol Lounge. Children can “make your own” Mickey and Minnie Mouse pancakes, and mom and dad can enjoy the amazing “Ridiculously Red Velvet Pancakes” with cream cheese frosting (or something from the a [...]

Authentic Mexican Family Dining at Anna’s Taqueria
My family loves Mexican food. Not the junk food, Americanized version of Mexican food, but the real, authentic Mexican food. We’ve learned that you don’t have to spend a small fortune, or travel a great distance to eat true, high-quality Mexican food. Our favorite new spot is Anna’s Taqueria, with locations in Cambridge (2), Brookline [...]
Free Coffee Day at the Timothy’s World Coffee in West Roxbury
What: On today, Saturday, Dec. 17, Bruegger’s Enterprises and Timothy’s World Coffee will celebrate the opening of the first co-located café in the U.S. From 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., the new Timothy’s will offer a free cup of coffee for all, live music, great deals on K-Cups and whole bean coffee, and – most [...]

Family-Style Dining at Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar and Grill
A few weeks ago, we were invited to check out the new family-style dining at the Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar and Grill in the Fenway area. Unfortunately, at the last minute, my daughter got sick, so we had to reschedule to this past weekend. We missed some of the other mom bloggers, but did still [...]
Chocolate Bar With Santa at the Langham Hotel, Boston
Once again, the Langham Hotel Boston is offering a special version of the popular Chocolate Buffet featuring Santa. Chocolate Bar with Santa Dates: November 26, December 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 Where: Cafe Fleuri, the Langham Hotel Boston Price: $45 per Adult, $30 for Children 5-12 years old, Complimentary for Children 4 years and [...]
$1 Scoops of Ben & Jerry’s for the Greater Boston Food Bank CAN Share Food Drive
What: Ben & Jerry’s will be serving $1 ice cream scoops from their ice cream truck at Boston’s City Hall Plaza to anyone who donates $1 or canned goods to the annual Boston CAN Share Food Drive benefitting The Greater Boston Food Bank.. Mayor Menino will attend the event in support of The Greater Boston [...]

Family-Friendly “Ice-Cream Tea” for the Nutcracker
Are you planning to see Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker this holiday season? Kingston Station, located a few blocks from the Boston Opera House, is offering a family-friendly theater menu for families attending The Nutcracker ballet. Enjoy Kingston Station’s seasonal homemade ice creams like peppermint stick, gingerbread, eggnog and hot chocolate along with a do-it-yourself sundae [...]
Trick or Treating ‘Fine Dining Family Style’ at Aura Restaurant at the Seaport Boston
WHAT: Aura restaurant at the Seaport Hotel Boston offers a frightfully fun ‘Fine Dining Family Style’. Kids are invited to trick or treat in their costumes on Friday night in the Seaport Hotel from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Ghosts and goblins can visit a number of hotel departments which will be serving up lots [...]
Suffolk Downs Food Truck Festival
Where can you get some of the best food in New England – from barbeque and lobster rolls, to grilled cheese and desserts – all in one place and all on wheels? At the SUFFOLK DOWNS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL on Saturday, October 22nd! The rapidly growing food truck phenomenon is here to stay as Boston’s [...]
Boston Area Family Events
- Preschool Story Time at Gore Place: Hats
Preschool Story Time at Gore Place: Hats
When Wednesday, May 22. 2013 10:00 AM Wednesday, May 22. 2013 10:30 AM Where Gore Place. 52 Gore Place. Waltham An activity for children ages 3 and 4 with an accompanying adult. Listen to a story about hats, play a game, and make an awsome paper hat! Come wearing your favorite hat. Same story and activity each hour. Space is limited, reserve by May 24. $5 per child, $3 for an additional child. Family or Kids’ Club Members enjoy free admission for one child. To reserve, email: tamar.agulian@goreplace.org
or call: (781) 894-2798. - Little Chefs
Little Chefs
When Wednesday, May 22. 2013 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 22. 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! - Preschool Story Time at Gore Place: Hats
Preschool Story Time at Gore Place: Hats
When Wednesday, May 22. 2013 02:00 PM Wednesday, May 22. 2013 02:30 PM Where Gore Place. 52 Gore Place. Waltham An activity for children ages 3 and 4 with an accompanying adult. Listen to a story about hats, play a game, and make an awsome paper hat! Come wearing your favorite hat. Same story and activity each hour. Space is limited, reserve by May 24. $5 per child, $3 for an additional child. Family or Kids’ Club Members enjoy free admission for one child. To reserve, email: tamar.agulian@goreplace.org
or call: (781) 894-2798. - Feed the Animals
Feed the Animals
When Wednesday, May 22. 2013 03:00 PM Wednesday, May 22. 2013 04:00 PM 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.
- Toddler Tales
Toddler Tales
When Thursday, May 23. 2013 10:30 AM Thursday, May 23. 2013 11:30 AM Where Buttonwood Park Zoo. Toddler Tales • Every Thursday at 10:30am
Cost: Free with zoo admission
Enjoy a zooper fun story time at the zoo! Toddler Tales includes a snack and a craft/activity.
Recommended for ages 3-5. - Thursday’s Tales
Thursday’s Tales
When Thursday, May 23. 2013 11:00 AM Thursday, May 23. 2013 12:00 PM Where The Discovery Museums. 177 Main Street (Route 27). Acton Sing some songs and sample some stories; we’ll bring the books and you bring your imagination! Free with admission. - Little Chefs
Little Chefs
When Thursday, May 23. 2013 11:00 AM Thursday, May 23. 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!
- Read Across Dr. Seuss Birthday Party
Read Across Dr. Seuss Birthday Party
When Friday, May 24. 2013 10:00 AM Friday, May 24. 2013 01:00 PM Where Buttonwood Park Zoo. Cost: Free with zoo admission
America! We’ll be celebrating all things Seuss, including the Lorax. We’ll share on-going stories and crafts. Birthday cake will be served at noon. - Pizza and Art Night
Pizza and Art Night
When Friday, May 24. 2013 06:00 PM Friday, May 24. 2013 08:00 PM Where Artbeat 212A Mass Ave Arlington, MA Parents relax at one of our neighboring restaurants in Capitol Square while kids 8 and older enjoy fun art projects in a group setting (invite friends!) and share pizza and beverages. $20 per child includes materials. Advance reservations required.
- Feed the Animals
Feed the Animals
When Saturday, May 25. 2013 10:00 AM Saturday, May 25. 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.














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