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8/21/19 - By Lucie T

Ahoy mateys! This weekend is the Antique & Classic Boat Festival in Salem, where families can watch some truly amazing vessels on the water and even maybe see what it's like to ride one. While you're on the North Shore, swing by the Connors Farm Peach Festival and ride their new custom-built Putnam Railroad train. Got a sick teddy? Bring your favorite bear or stuffie to Stone Zoo for a check up. It's also your last chance to visit the Marshfield Fair until next summer.

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Three Billy Goats Gruff

Brookline
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187th Marshfield Fair

Marshfield
The Marshfield Fair is a traditional American country fair begun in 1867 that features amusement rides, a midway, fair food, and farm and animal exhibits. READ MORE

Oliver! The Musical by Lionel Bart

Orleans
Come to the Cape for the English musical Oliver! directed by Danielle Dwyer, CJ, with music and lyrics by Lionel Bart. READ MORE

Things to Do Saturday

Boston Carnival Parade

Roxbury/Dorchester
Listen, vibe, grove, dance to soca artists, and experience the Caribbean heritage through local food, arts and craft vendors from all over New England. READ MORE

Teddy Bear Check-up Day

Stoneham
Stone Zoo staff will be on hand to give your bear a check-up and clean bill of health. READ MORE

Connors Farm Peach Festival

Danvers
This annual peach festival includes jumping pillows, farm animals, hayrides, cow train, duck races, pedal carts, pony rides, a custom built Putnamville Railroad, and more. READ MORE

Primark Back to School Cool Event: Boston

Boston
Primark is hosting a fun, interactive in-store event featuring the newest collections of kids’ clothing and accessories to help rock the back-to-school shopping experience for busy parents. Mention you’re a Mommy Poppins follower and receive a Primark gift bag (while supplies last). READ MORE

Super Doers Painting Party

Hyde Park
At this superhero-themed art event, art supplies and pre-drawn outlined canvases of superheroes and princess-related characters. are provided. Other activities include face painting and photography. Come in your favorite superhero or princess costume and be whoever you want to be for the day. This event aims to encourage and celebrate the vibrant creativity and imagination of children and families. READ MORE
Photo courtesy of The Center for Hope and Healing Family Festival
Photo courtesy of The Center for Hope and Healing Family Festival

Things to Do Sunday

5th Annual Family Festival

Lowell
Every summer The Center for Hope and Healing, Inc. transforms Shedd Park into an amusement park with games, water activities, live music, food, and raffles. READ MORE

Powers Music School Open House

Belmont
This open house features an instrument petting zoo, early childhood demo classes, music crafts, and a chance to see the main teaching building. READ MORE

Summer Sunday Movies

Boston
Find a cozy spot in Christopher Columbus Park at sunset, relax at the harbor's edge on the beautiful lawn, and take in a movie. READ MORE

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