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1/8/20 - By Lucie T

It's a new year, so how about trying some new things? Boston has so much to offer anyone looking for a new experience, whether that is taking a parkour workshop or ice skating, or maybe going on a Family Animal Tracking Adventure?

Schoolhouse Rock Live is in town to show just how cool school can be, and speaking of live, check out some dinos up close and personal in Dinosaur World Live on Sunday. For all things rain, snow, wind, and sunshine, head to the American Meteorological Society's Weatherfest 2020 and learn all about the elements (for free!).

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Magnificent Monster Circus

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Encounter magnificent creatures from the wilds of your imagination as their quirky human caretaker tries to teach them new tricks. READ MORE

CATS

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Winner of 7 Tony Awards®, CATS tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. READ MORE
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Spot some tracks (and maybe some animals) at the Family Animal Tracking Adventure. Photo courtesy of Blue Hills Trailside Museum

Things to Do Saturday

Celebrate Smoky and Bubba’s Birthday

Stoneham
Black bears Smoky and Bubba are celebrating their 14th birthday in January, and guests are invited to join in on the festivities. READ MORE

Family Animal Tracking Adventure

Milton
Become a "Nature Detective" and learn about stories in the snow and many other signs that wildlife leave behind as clues to how and where they travel to find food, water, and shelter. READ MORE

Josh and the Jamtones

Brookline
Josh and the Jamtones are an ultra-powered dance party machine, making fun and interactive music for kids and grownups. READ MORE

Celebrate National Skating Month at WIA

Brighton
Warrior Ice Arena has teamed up with the Boston Bruins Kids Club for National Skating Month full of fun, including special guests, Blades. READ MORE

Little Voices, Big Change: What is Racism?

Dorchester
Join Wee The People for a workshop that asks a question many parents struggle to answer: What Is Racism? READ MORE
You and your kids will earn major cool (and fitness) points by learning this sport. Photo courtesy of Parkour Generations Boston
You and your kids will earn major cool (and fitness) points by learning this sport. Photo courtesy of Parkour Generations Boston

Things to Do Sunday

Dinosaur World Live

Boston
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. READ MORE

Parkour Workshop

Hyde Park
This class is for children of all ability and fitness levels and includes instruction in the basic movements and techniques of parkour, as well as exercises designed to improve general fitness and ensure the long-term practice of parkour. READ MORE

Schoolhouse Rock Live!

Cambridge
Schoolhouse Rock Live!, the stage show based on the popular educational cartoons, is coming to Harvard Square.  READ MORE

Weatherfest 2020

Boston
The American Meteorological Society’s 19th Annual WeatherFest is a cool, fun, and fascinating look at all things weather, water, and climate. READ MORE

Free Ice Skating Fun

Foxboro
Enjoy some free ice skating fun for the whole family. READ MORE

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