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 [...]
Carnival offering cruises to Canada from Boston in June!
8 Things to Do With Your Kids Over April School Vacation in Boston
Next week is school vacation week for many schools in the Boston area. Are you looking for fun stuff to do in Boston to keep your kids busy and yourself sane? Here are ten suggestions for entertaining your kids in the Greater Boston area this spring vacation! Cheer on the Boston Red Sox – they [...]
10 Things to Do With Your Kids Over February School Vacation in Boston
Next week is school vacation week for many schools in the Boston area. Are you looking for fun stuff to do in Boston to keep your kids busy and yourself sane? Here are ten suggestions for entertaining your kids in the Greater Boston area. Tap your toes to the Toe Jam Puppet Band at the [...]
Things to Do on Martin Luther King Day
It seems that the kids just went back to school after Christmas break, and they already have another day off. Are you looking for something to do on Martin Luther King Day? Here are a few ideas: The Toe Jam Puppet Band at the Buttonwood Park Zoo in New Bedford Celebrate friendship and Martin Luther [...]

15 Things to Do With Your Kids Over Christmas Break in Boston
It’s just about Christmas vacation, where families everywhere, once realizing that their kids are home for days, are looking for things to do. Here are 15 different things you can do with your kids during break! Edaville Christmas Festival of Lights (December 26th-30th and January 1st) See Mr. Punch’s Christmas Carol at the Puppet Showplace [...]
Activities for Kids This Veteran’s Day in the Boston Area
Home with the kids this Friday – Veteran’s Day? Here are a few things to do: Discovery Museums in Acton: Meet an Author! Come hear author Beth Raisner Glass read Blue Ribbon Dad and then create your own Blue Ribbon for your Dad or other special person in your life! Blue Ribbon Dad is a [...]

Shark and Ray Touch Tank at the New England Aquarium
The New England Aquarium has just opened the Trust Family Foundation Shark and Ray Touch Tank – the largest shark and ray touch tank on the East Coast! Guests can actually reach out and touch cownose rays, bonnethead sharks, Atlantic rays and epaulette sharks – all in an interactive exhibit. Get your tickets in advance [...]
Discount Code For Big Apple Circus Tickets in Boston
The Big Apple Circus in Boston is always a big sign of spring, and the circus is here at City Hall Plaza through May 15, 2011. Families of little ones love the Big Apple Circus because it’s a small venue where every seat is a good seat! This year’s show, Dance On!, features Grandma the [...]

Swan Boats at the Boston Public Garden Are Open for the Season!
A major sign of spring – the Swan Boats at the Boston Public Garden are open for the season! Rates for this season are: adults $2.75, children $1.50 (age 2 to 15 years), and seniors $2.00. Hours through June 20th are 10 am to 4 pm. After June 20th, through Labor Day, the Swan Boats [...]
Spring Break Getaway: Quick Road Trips from Boston
It’s school vacation week for most of Boston! If you are looking to get away for a bit, and haven’t made plans yet, here are a few suggestions for quick road trips. The White Mountains of New Hampshire. Storyland and Santa’s Village isn’t open for the season yet, however, Wildcat Mountain is still open. You [...]
Boston Area Family Events
- 19th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days
19th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days
When Friday, May 18. 2012 Saturday, May 19. 2012 Where Hyannis, MA This month-long annual celebration of Cape Cod’s rich maritime heritage and history has been designated one of American Bus Association’s Top 100 Events in North America. More than 75 events will be presented the 2012 Maritime Days, from lighthouse and walking tours, nautical art exhibits and lectures on maritime lore to boat-building exhibits and kayaking excursions. The event will be topped off June 9-10 with the 11th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Festival on the Hyannis waterfront. Lodging establishments will be offering Maritime Days specials.www.capecodmaritimedays.com - Read Across Dr. Seuss Birthday Party
Read Across Dr. Seuss Birthday Party
When Friday, May 18. 2012 10:00 AM Friday, May 18. 2012 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 18. 2012 06:00 PM Friday, May 18. 2012 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.
- 19th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days
19th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days
When Saturday, May 19. 2012 Sunday, May 20. 2012 Where Hyannis, MA This month-long annual celebration of Cape Cod’s rich maritime heritage and history has been designated one of American Bus Association’s Top 100 Events in North America. More than 75 events will be presented the 2012 Maritime Days, from lighthouse and walking tours, nautical art exhibits and lectures on maritime lore to boat-building exhibits and kayaking excursions. The event will be topped off June 9-10 with the 11th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Festival on the Hyannis waterfront. Lodging establishments will be offering Maritime Days specials.www.capecodmaritimedays.com - Feed the Animals
Feed the Animals
When Saturday, May 19. 2012 10:00 AM Saturday, May 19. 2012 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 19. 2012 02:00 PM Saturday, May 19. 2012 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.
- 19th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days
19th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days
When Sunday, May 20. 2012 Monday, May 21. 2012 Where Hyannis, MA This month-long annual celebration of Cape Cod’s rich maritime heritage and history has been designated one of American Bus Association’s Top 100 Events in North America. More than 75 events will be presented the 2012 Maritime Days, from lighthouse and walking tours, nautical art exhibits and lectures on maritime lore to boat-building exhibits and kayaking excursions. The event will be topped off June 9-10 with the 11th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Festival on the Hyannis waterfront. Lodging establishments will be offering Maritime Days specials.www.capecodmaritimedays.com
- 19th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days
19th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days
When Monday, May 21. 2012 Tuesday, May 22. 2012 Where Hyannis, MA This month-long annual celebration of Cape Cod’s rich maritime heritage and history has been designated one of American Bus Association’s Top 100 Events in North America. More than 75 events will be presented the 2012 Maritime Days, from lighthouse and walking tours, nautical art exhibits and lectures on maritime lore to boat-building exhibits and kayaking excursions. The event will be topped off June 9-10 with the 11th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Festival on the Hyannis waterfront. Lodging establishments will be offering Maritime Days specials.www.capecodmaritimedays.com - Toe Jam Puppet Band
Toe Jam Puppet Band
When Monday, May 21. 2012 10:30 AM Monday, May 21. 2012 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 21. 2012 11:00 AM Monday, May 21. 2012 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













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