Submitted by Kaylynn Chiarel... on
Insectropolis, The Bugseum of New Jersey, has been on my bucket list of NJ kid-friendly museums to visit for a while. My younger son is absolutely fascinated with creepy crawlies and loves hands-on learning experiences. So, we cleared our schedules one Saturday morning and headed down the Parkway to Toms River, home of our next "bug" adventure.
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Words like "mama," "dada," and "ball," may come fairly easily to many tots, but have you ever wondered how kids master more complicated concepts like verbs, adjectives, pronouns, and abstract nouns? Well, a team of researchers at NYU's LEARN Lab is eagerly looking for answers in the hopes of ultimately helping caregivers better communicate with children who have autism spectrum disorder–a condition that's often accompanied by minor to severe language delays. In order to further this important research, they need kiddos with and without the disorder to come play in the lab for an hour or so, and they're even sending the participants home with a gift card and a book.
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Sun, sand, sea...it must be summer! Summer is the perfect time to learn to surf—and a surf camp can teach your kids everything they need to know. There is more to surfing than just the mechanics of getting up on the board; there is also wave selection, ocean safety, and the all-important surfing etiquette that is best learned from someone in the know. And, of course, our SoCal Summer Camp Guide wouldn't be SoCal without a listing of surf camps!
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If you're dreaming of warmer weather and spending time outdoors, put these new and upgraded Jersey City parks and playgrounds on your radar: Families will have several new and improved playgrounds with splash pads and toddler-friendly features to enjoy in 2020, along with a new skate park, thanks to upgrades recently announced by city officials.
Submitted by Susan Miele on
Both Winter Break and February wrap up with a weekend that might not offer large-scale events, but good things come in small packages (and our top picks are generally easy on the wallet).
A predominant offering is maple sugaring, as peak season runs from mid-February through mid-March. For added fun, Maple Sugar Tours kick off on Saturday with assorted extra activities beyond the tapping experience. Catch a show about predators as part of the Saturday Morning Family Series or see the surreal antics of MUMMENSCHANZ. Black History Month is being recognized with assorted programming, including an African Dance and Drum Performance. Looking for a new sport? Give rugby a shot at a FREE clinic.
Read on for more options to choose from and find yet more on our Event Calendar. If you haven't done so already, sign up for our newsletters to stay in the know.
Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on
Celebrate Mardi Gras Day with the Long Island Children's Museum, learn about the holiday's traditions, and create and design your own Mardi Gras mask.
Meet the creators of SnappyXO at the Long Island Explorium.
Join the Long Island Puppet Theater in this all ages classic fairy tale puppet show and follow Prince Marino on his journey across the sea to find his one true love, The Little Mermaid.
Check our February GoList and events calendar for even more inspiration. Our Winter Fun Guide will keep you tuned in all season long.
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This weekend's best activities for Chicago families are all about appreciating nature and the great outdoors. Polar Adventure Days on Northerly Island this Saturday means plenty of FREE outdoor winter action, including snowshoeing, hot cocoa, and live animals in their winter habitats. Or duck into a lush, fragrant greenhouse for a welcome taste of the tropics at the Chicago Botanic Garden's gorgeous Orchid Show. Then, skate with Princess Anna and Queen Elsa all weekend at Rocket Skate in Bolingbrook.
STEM-loving kids will find exciting things to build and make at the Chicago Architecture Center's Engineering Fest. And Black History Month celebrations continue this weekend with underground railroad hikes and performances at Washington Park. Music lovers shouldn't miss The Music of the Beatles for Kids in Elmhurst.
For even more winter family fun in Chicago, don't forget our roundup of 50+ Free Things to Do With Kids This Winter and our helpful "winter bucket list" of 50 must-do winter activities in Chicago. The event calendar is full of fun ideas, too.
Submitted by Kristen Sullivan on
Philly families can be assured that plenty of fun awaits this February weekend. Children and grown ups alike can enjoy maple sugaring events, concerts, theater performances, and museum experiences all of which can be found in our event calendar.
Incorporate a maple sugaring activity in your weekend plans. See how maple candy is made at Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center, discover how Native Americans harvested maple sugar from trees at Norristown Farm Park, or eat delicious pancakes and maple syrup at Churchville Nature Center. The celebration continues with Fat Tuesday festivities with some help from the Mummers at the annual Mummers Mardi Gras Festival which features children's activities, photo booths, and live performances.
Speaking of performances, many shows are on stage throughout the Delaware Valley. Grab tickets to see Shen Yun at the Merriam Theater, Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical at the Delaware Children's Theatre, or The Princess and the Pea at The Media Theatre. Still looking for more? Rock out during Kids Rock Philly at World Cafe Live, listen to the Music of Queen for Kids at The Ardmore Music Hall, or dance along with Irish music by Next Generation of Irish Performers at the Garden State Discover Museum.
Find the perfect activities for your family by filtering the events calendar by location, ages, and tags.
