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Things To Do in Boston this Week in Person: Zoofari, Mini-Golf, Outdoor Movies

Visit with animals, dance in the park, or play mini-golf with a very old-fashioned twist.

7 Fun Boat Rides in Boston for Kids and Families

From speedboats to sailboats, there's a perfect boating adventure for your family in Boston.

Boston Spraygrounds, Splash Pads, and Wading Pools Open in 2020

Cool off safely at one of these parks with fun water features.

7 Hidden Gem Beaches for Families Around Boston

Escape the crowds at these laidback, kid-friendly beaches.

Free Things To Do Online this Week: Virtual Summer Festivals and Back-to-School

Sort of back to school, or kind of still summer— there are online events for both this week.

30 Summer Activities in Boston for Kids Before School Starts

These fun family outings make the most of summer.

14 Outdoor Water Parks in New England

Cool off on slides, tubes, and more at these nearby water parks.

Drive-in Movie Theaters near Boston for Summer 2020

Drive-in theaters and pop-up drive-ins make for fun family outings.

8 Special Family Campgrounds near Boston with Extras for Kids

Camping in the great outdoors may be the ideal 2020 family vacation.

25 Summer Day Trips for Boston Kids and Families

These nearby day trips offer a quick escape this summer.

Best Swimming Lakes and Ponds Around Boston

Families can splash, swim, or just chill out in these local swimming holes.

What's Open Now in Boston: Museums, Theme Parks, Family Attractions

From Museum of Science to Canobie Lake Park, mark these openings on the family calendar.

Epic East Coast Road Trip Ideas for Summer 2020

Load up the car and hit the road for these fun destinations.

Best Beaches for Families Within an Hour of Boston

We’ve rounded up eight of our favorite sandy spots to visit this summer—all within an hour of...

Family-Friendly Bike Trails Around Boston

Looking for more ways to get outside with kids this summer? Whether you’re sporting two wheels...

10 Great Places to Hike with Kids Around Boston

Hit these gorgeous trails for a dose of nature and exercise.

11 Top Boston Playgrounds to Visit for Brain-Boosting Fun

Consider a fun family day trip to one of these innovative Boston-Area playgrounds.

15 Backyard Science Experiments for Messy Summer Fun

Build a worm tower or bake solar oven s'mores in these fun experiments.

Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home

Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.

Stay-at-Home Guide: 100s of Activities and Resources for Families on Pause

Indoor activities, games, and online classes to keep kids busy during the coronavirus pandemic.

Mommy Poppins Online Camp Fair 2020

Families can continue to browse the Mommy Poppins 2020 Camp Fair all summer long for camp...

Drive-in Movie Theaters near Boston for Summer 2020

Drive-in theaters and pop-up drive-ins make for fun family outings.

10 One-Mile-or-Less Hikes to Take with Your Preschooler Around Boston

With short routes, easy footing, and lots of interesting features—flowers! play areas! volcanic...

Birthday Parties in Quarantine: Ways To Celebrate with Kids while Social Distancing

Birthday? How about a drive-by parade, a Zoom party, or a Broadway show from home?

Places To Go Strawberry Picking with Boston Kids in 2020

Farms are open for PYO strawberries, with special safety policies in place for families.

Working From Home with Kids: A Big List of Activities To Keep Kids Busy

Juggling homeschooling while maintaining a work schedule is not easy. These ideas help.

From Disney's Dole Whip to Ikea's Meatballs: 6 Secret Recipes Revealed

Reproduce these famous restaurant meals at home.

Broadway Shows and Other Top Entertainment Streaming Online for Free

Enjoy these 25 show-stopping entertainment picks on your night in.

Ask an Expert: How Can Parents Help Kids Cope with the COVID-19 Outbreak?

Pediatric specialists at Connecticut Children's share helpful tips.

Boston Toy Stores and Bookstores with Delivery or Curbside Pickup

Get gifts and books quickly, and support local businesses.

Home Haircut Tips by Experts: How To Cut Kids' Hair in a Pandemic

Pro stylists offer their best tips to get you through an at-home haircut.

Car Parades, Zoom Calls, Neighborhood Howls, and More: How Families Connect in Quarantine

How you spent the extra time with loved ones is what your kids will most likely remember.

Giant List of Virtual Tours, Field Trips, and Museums with Free Educational Programming Online

From Buckingham Palace to Mt. Everest, visit some of the world's most famous landmarks from home!

Food and Grocery Delivery around Boston That Aren't Peapod or Amazon

Sick of fighting for Peapod slots? These local grocers and farmers deliver fresh food to you.

Best Kids Enrichment Classes Now Online: STEM, Arts, Sports and More

Many programs are moving ahead with virtual offerings.

13 Simple Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Do at Home

Create popsicle stick monsters, tinfoil Easter eggs, and more easy crafts with tots.

65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age

It's not a bad time to go back to basics, especially when we have the kids' full attention.

20 Ways Kids and Teens Can Help Others During Coronavirus Outbreak

From virtual egg hunts to inspirational public art or mask-making, there's a lot kids can do.

Best Games Kids Can Play on Zoom Virtually with Friends

Connect and play with friends and family with these fun games perfect for virtual hangouts.

Best Kids' TV Shows and Movies To Stream in Quarantine

Kids deserve a little escapism too!

50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

Best Reading, Spelling, and Writing Apps for Kids

Let kids master everything from handwriting to phonics and grammar with these picks.

Best Math Apps for Kids

These mostly free apps to reinforce math concepts learned during the school year.

25 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

Try our list of 25 easy indoor exercise ideas to get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.

Best Board Games for All Ages: Two Dozen Picks for Family Game Night

Pandemic playtime is lots of fun with these all-ages pleasing picks.

Free Virtual Tutoring and Sitting Service Connects College Students with Kids

The service connects college kids with school-age children for virtual hangout sessions.

20+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Homeschool during the coronavirus crisis with these online lessons, apps, and more.

Outdoor Fun with Kids: 30 Ways to Get Messy in the Backyard

Build a ladybug house, splatter paint, or just dig in the dirt!

10 Outdoor Games from the '70s that It’s Time To Teach Your Kids

When folks say, “We just went outside and played,” can anyone remember what we played?

25 Reasons Boston Is the Best Place to Raise Kids

Steeped in history, close to nature, and full of fun things for children to do, see, and learn...

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Outdoor Classes in Boston for Kids in 2020

These fun programs take place in the fresh air.

What's Open Now in Boston: Museums, Theme Parks, Family Attractions

From Museum of Science to Canobie Lake Park, mark these openings on the family calendar.

Drive-in Movie Theaters near Boston for Summer 2020

Drive-in theaters and pop-up drive-ins make for fun family outings.

Boston Spraygrounds, Splash Pads, and Wading Pools Open in 2020

Cool off safely at one of these parks with fun water features.

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Mommy Poppins Online Camp Fair 2020

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