This is only a sample of some of the events happening this week. To find more—and add your own—check out our calendar. Playgroup at First Church in Malden Where/When: First Congregational Church of Malden/Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Why Go: Get kids ages 0-5 together for some socialization, and meet some new friends along the way, too! Pricing: Free Pumpkin and Pie Sale Where/When: UU Church of Medford/Saturday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Why Go: Equip your household for fall with pumpkins and pies, while the kids participate in fun activities. Pricing: No Entry Fee Haines Square Fall Festival …
This is only a sample of some of the events happening this week. To find more—and add your own—check out our calendar. Wild about Reading Balloon Show Where/When: Malden Public Library/Wednesday, Oct. 5, 3 p.m. Why Go: Kids ages five to ten will enjoy this show put on by Jungle Jim, filled with comedy, music, and improv. Pricing: Free Viva La Vinal Music Festival Where/When: Somerville Community Growing Center/Friday, Oct. 7, 5 p.m. Why Go: Bring the family, and a picnic, and listen to live music out in the garden. Pricing: Free Kids Event at Whole Foods Where/When: Whole Foods Market, …
This is only a sample of some of the events happening this week. To find more—and add your own—check out our calendar. Window Arts Malden Reception Where/When: Malden Senior Center/Thursday, Oct. 6, 6 p.m. Why Go: Celebrate the artists and business owners that have participated in this year’s Window Arts Malden! Pricing: Free Creative Writing Group Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, Oct. 6, 7 p.m. Why Go: Got a creative word muse in there trying to break out? Bring pen, paper, and the desire to share ideas with other writers. Pricing: Free Alyce Underhill and Colleagues Art Opening …
This is only a sample of some of the events happening this week. To find more—and add your own—check out our calendar. Leaves are turning red, orange, brown, yellow too fall has lots of fun things for your family to do! Topsfield Fair Where/When: Topsfield/Friday, Sept. 30 to Thursday, Oct. 5 Why Go: Carnival Rides, Animals, Food, and Games make up the perfect country fair for the whole family. Pricing: $10 Kids Dance Party Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, Sept. 29, 3 p.m. Why Go: All kids who love to dance – and the grownups who love to dance too! – can join the library for all …
Slip on a sweater, have a cup of cocoa, and check out some great family-friendly activities! Anime Club Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, Sept. 22, 3:30 p.m. Why Go: If your teen’s into Anime, this is the place to be once a month! Pricing: Free Harvest Moon Festival Where/When: Fellsmere Pond/Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Why Go: Come celebrate the fall with this unique fest that combines a traditional harvest fest with the Chinese tradition of the moon fest. Music, food, and activities for the whole family will be featured. Pricing: Free Fluff Fest 2011 Where/When: Union…
Check out our weekly list of family-friendly events in and around town. Malden River Festival Where/When: Park at River’s Edge/Saturday, Sept. 17. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Why Go: Come out to celebrate community, friends, and family, and the Malden River, with games, activities, entertainment, and food! Pricing: Free Somerville Dog Festival Where/When: Conway Park, Somerville/Sunday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Why Go: Bring your family’s four-legged member(s), or meet some new friends! All proceeds to go the Animal Rescue League Pricing: Free Sunday Scoops Giveaway Where/When: Dunton …
Check out this week’s selection of family-friendly events and activities. Little Explorers Developmental Playgroups Where/When: Saugus YMCA, Saugus/Mondays through Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Why Go: Find a variety of playgroups for a variety of ages and stages for your preschoolers! Pricing: $12 drop-in, but call ahead Playgroup at First Congregational Church in Malden Where/When: First Congregational Church in Malden/Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Why Go: Grab your children ages 0-5 and come out to this free playgroup to watch the kids play and connect with other parents and …
Check out these family-friendly day trips to help you maximize Labor Day weekend. Payson Park Music Festival Where/When: Payson Park, Belmont/Wednesday, Aug. 31, 6:15 p.m. Why Go: In this last concert of the series, check out the Navy Band Northeast’s “Rhode Island Sound” – bring a picnic and the whole family! Pricing: Free Last Chance For Birds of Prey at the Stone Zoo Where/When: Stone Zoo, Stoneham/Daily, 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. until Sept. 5 Why Go: See some stunning raptors, feel the wind from the birds’ wings as they zoom over your head, and even learn a thing or two about recycling…
School starts next week, but never fear! Here are a few more ways to enjoy the little summer you have left. Thrill’n & Chill’n Thursdays at Victory Park! Where/When: Victory Park, Medford/Thursday, Aug. 25, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Why Go: This is the last chance to check out great kids’ games, parachutes, bubbles, chalk, and summer fun before school starts! Pricing: Free Summer Family Movie Night Where/When: St. Joseph Parish/Friday, Aug. 26, 7:30 p.m. Why Go: Gather together with your family and the St. Joseph Parish family and enjoy How to Train Your Dragon – fun for everyone, even those who don’…
Anything else going on? Be sure to let us know! Free Fun Fridays: Boston Harbor Islands Where/When: Long Wharf-North, Boston/Friday, Aug. 19, 8:30 a.m. and More (See Event listing for details) Why Go: Take the family out to explore the harbor islands, and get a great view back at the city – free ferry tickets are on a first-come, first-serve basis, so go early! Pricing: Free Malden Kiwanis Family Fun Day Where/When: Devir Park/Saturday, Aug. 20, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Why Go: Amusement park rides, food, and raffles will keep the kids having fun for hours! Pricing: $5 per child; $1 per adult …
Check out these end-of-the-summer events and activities for the whole family. Despicable Me at Memorial Hall Where/When: Memorial Hall, Melrose/Wednesday, Aug. 10, 6 p.m. Why Go: Join your neighbors and friends for this free screening of the hilarious film Despicable Me – it would be despicable to miss it! Pricing: Free Teen End of Summer Reading Ice Cream Party Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, Aug. 11, 2 p.m. Why Go: Teens in grades 6-12 can come celebrate summer reading with free ice cream - and it's free! Pricing: Free Saint Rocco's Feast Where/When: Pearl Street/Friday, Aug. 11…
Put those lazy dog days in the dog house: check out these great local and nearby family events and activities! Manga Drawing Workshop Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, Aug. 4, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Why Go: Ever wanted to learn to draw your favorite Manga characters? Here’s your chance! Good for kids in grades 6-12. Pricing: Free Fun Free Fridays: Cape Cod Children's Museum Where/When: Cape Cod Children’s Museum/Friday, Aug. 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Why Go: This is a great opportunity to take advantage of Free Fun Fridays and a getaway day at the Cape while summer is still upon us, briefly…
Kidstock! performs "Goldilocks & the Three Pigs" Where/When: Malden Public Library, Wednesday, July 27, 2:00pm–2:30pm. Why Go: Join in the fun of this original fractured fairy tale, performed by two professional Kidstock actors! Children who enjoy acting can participate in this wonderfully entertaining and interactive play. Pricing: Free. Song & Rhyme Time Where/When: Malden Public Library, Thursday, July 28, 10:30am–11:15am, Why Go: Songs, rhymes, and a short picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to strengthen your child's early literacy skills. Pricing: Free. Creature …
With reports forecasting 90-degree weather every day this week, we've compiled a list of events held in either the comfort of air-conditioning or later in the evening, once things have cooled down a bit: Kids Dance Party Where/When: Malden Public Library/Wednesday, July 20, 3:00pm–4:00pm Why Go: Head to the library for the Macarena, Limbo, Cha-Cha Slide and more! Bring your energy and dance to a variety of fun music. Recommended for children of all ages. Pricing: Free Song and Rhyme Time Where/When: Malden Public Library/ Thursday, July 21, 10:30am–11:15am Why Go: This event features songs, …
The Harry Potter legacy is about to come to an end, but check out these other great activities going on this weekend! Harry Potter Party Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, July 14, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Why Go: Can’t wait a minute longer? Make the afternoon pass by a little more quickly by celebrating with your friends. Pricing: Free. Free Fun Fridays: Museum of Science Where/When: Museum of Science, Boston/Friday, July 15, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Why Go: Check out special exhibits on Birds, Bees, and T-Rex – all for free. Pricing: Free. StarLab Comes to Malden Where/When: Malden Public …
Whether you’re looking for more reasons to bask in the sun, or need a bit of time in the air conditioning, these family-friendly activities should fit the bill. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, July 7, 2 p.m. Why Go: Be prepared for the last installment of Harry Potter with the first part of the final saga. Pricing: Free Small World Magic Show Where/When: Malden Public Library/Friday, July 8, 10:30 a.m. Why Go: Take a trip around the world with magic, from the comfort of your own local public library. Pricing: Free Origami for Beginners …
Staying in town this weekend? Here are some great holiday weekend events to check out. Ice Cream Summer Reading Kickoff Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, June 30, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Why Go: Come over on your lunch hour, sign up for the adult summer reading program, and get some free ice cream. Pricing: Free North Shore Navigator's Game: Malden Night Where/When: Fraser Field, Lynn/Thursday, June 30, 6:15 p.m. Why Go: Cheer on your local team and make some dough for Malden West Little League! Baseball is America’s favorite pastime, after all. Pricing: $6 Ward 1 Comedy Night Where/…
Celebrate Independence Day weekend with these in-town and nearby events and activities. Ice Cream Summer Reading Kickoff Where/When: Malden Public Library/Thursday, June 30, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Why Go: Everyone is welcome to the library lawn for free ice cream and to kickoff summer reading programs for kids, parents, and grandparents too! Pricing: Free Free Fun Friday: Buttonwood Park Zoo Where/When: Buttonwood Park Zoo, New Bedford/Friday, July 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Why Go: This is a great opportunity to go visit your furry friends - admission is free all day! Pricing: Free Free Fun Friday: …
Summer has finally officially begun, and thankfully there are plenty of things for the whole family to do together to celebrate. Family Movies at MPL: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Where/When: Melrose Public Library, Melrose/Thursday, June 23, 6 p.m. Why Go: Tension is building at Hogwarts as Harry and his friends learn of plans to thwart Voldemort – don’t let Harry down by missing this next installment! Pricing: Free Freedom Music Festival Where/When: Church of the Nazarene/Saturday, June 25, 11 a.m. Why Go: Music, games, and rides for all ages will be included in this fest! …
Whether you’re celebrating Father’s Day or not, here are some great kid-friendly events you can enjoy this Father’s Day weekend. Mini Golf and Batting Cages Where/When: Route 1 Miniature Golf, Saugus/Daily, Father’s Day 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Why Go: Enjoy some great bonding time for Father’s Day, or take the kids to celebrate summer break and (hopefully) the start of more warm weather! Pricing: Miniature Golf - Adults: $6.75, Children: $5.75 (age 12 & Under) Seniors: $5.50 (age 60 & Over) Barney Live in Concert Where/When: Chevalier Theatre, Medford/Saturday, June 18, 10:30 a.m. Why Go: Help …
