So here's the funny thing (and I'm sure it will make you laugh): I'm going through and updating events, and I'm noticing that a lot of annual summer favorites already have their schedules up. A summer concert series here, a movie series there; no surprise that baseball games are up—they already started—and Hollywood Bowl, of course.

But I'm seeing more and more summer series locked and loaded, ready to go, which is weird, because it's totally still spring; I can tell that from the calendar. May is spring unless there was some act of Congress I missed, and then it hits me: next weekend = Memorial Day. Memorial Day = unofficial start of summer. Transitive property, yada yada, I'm sorry, what? Summer???

And now you see that the laughing I said you would be doing is of the "or else I might cry" variety. Schools start letting out over the next few weeks; I'm sure you've got your camps picked out and know exactly what you're going to do with your kids all summer, and all I have to say to that is, "Ha! Ha Ha!"

Keep reading for some seriously funny events this weekend...

One of the very best things about the month of May in Boston is the huge variety of fun festivals around town, and this weekend is no exception. I'm personally really excited to finally check out the Lawn on D (pictured) at its grand opening for the season. But I have to say, it wasn't an easy choice, what with all the celebrations this weekend from kites and bikes to fairies on the calendar. So many great options!

There are also some wonderful opportunities for parents to teach kids to be kind by raising money for good causes. On top of that, music and shows round out the weekend, including your last chance to catch Shrek the Musical in Boston (check out Michelle's parent review to help you decide if it's right for your kids).

Also on Mommy Poppins Boston this week:

• Grabbing a bite at these 8 Places to Eat with Kids Along the Freedom Trail in Boston can make a great outing even better.
• Get musical with the kids by making this Straw Whistle in Three Steps.
• Kristin shares her family's favorite outdoor spots in Cohasset.

Enjoy your weekend and don't forget to check out our full Event Calendar!

There's plenty to do both indoors and out this weekend. Head to the East End for the Tulip Fest at Garden of Eve or the Long Island Fleece and Fiber Fair at the Hallockville Museum. Meet some live Disney characters at the Smith Haven Mall or hit the Nassau County Museum of Art for Family Sundays.

Remember, you can find even more options in our jam-packed Event Calendar. To receive our posts in your inbox, subscribe to our free newsletters.

Arts and crafts are great for a child’s development. Even if you don’t have a creative bone in your body and no time to Pinterest an amazing toddler craft, there are many places in the Hartford area where you and your child can get gluing and glittering. If you would like more ideas, check out our After School Classes Guide.

One of the best things about exploring the South Shore with kids is the abundance of outdoor activities available. We live for the warmer months in this part of the country, so we try to make every day count when the weather is nice.

Cohasset, Massachusetts is no exception, as it offers plenty of exciting and unique ways to play outside with kids. Here are our top five places to enjoy the great outdoors with your family in Cohasset, from farm fun to woodsy adventures.

Three highly anticipated exhibits open this weekend: the art and nature-filled Frida Kahlo: Art, Garden, Life at the New York Botanical Garden, the Children's Museum of the Arts' fantastical Far, Far, Away... and the cool, interactive public art installation Please Touch the Art in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Plus if you haven't seen the new Whitney Museum of American Art yet, you can check it out during its Opening Family Day on Saturday.

Two annual outdoor favorites also take place this weekend: Manhattan's FREE Dance Parade New York and Aviator Sport's old-fashioned Kings County Fair.

These are just a few of the great things going on this weekend. All of our best bets are below. Remember, there are even more options in our Event Calendar and our Spring Fun Guide.

It’s pretty darn hard to beat the month of May in New Jersey! There’s so much to do this weekend in our great state, it’s tough to pick our favorites. Soak up some sun at Mayfest in Historic Smithville, Endangered Species Day at the Bergen County Zoo or Touch-A-Truck at Westfield Garden State Plaza. Or head indoors for some quality kids' culture including New Jersey Ballet’s Sleeping Beauty and an African Brazilian Carnival at the Bergen County Performing Arts Center.

Whatever you decide to do this weekend, we hope you enjoy the wonderful weather with family and friends. For even more activity options, check out our Event Calendar.