Boston and Cambridge

The Boston ahts Festival
Sat 9/10 12:00PM to 6:30PM; Sun 9/11 12:00PM to 5:45PM
Christopher Columbus Park
105 Atlantic Avenue
Boston, MA 02110
http://www.bostonahtsfestival.com

The annual celebration of visual and performing arts in Boston spans two days, with jazz, opera, folk, dance/tap, and alternative rock musicians performing throughout the day. City Stage Company performs for the kids on Sunday at 1:30PM.

Art demonstrations range from puppeteering, glass blowing and bookmaking to paper making and photography and take place throughout the weekend. Children are invited to take part in interactive arts activities from 12:00PM to 3:00PM both days. FREE

Cambridge Carnival International
Saturday, 9/10 12:00PM-7:00PM
Kendall Square, Cambridge
www.cambridgecarnival.org

Cambridge Carnival International is a celebration rooted in African traditions featuring live music, ethnic foods, and crafts from around the world. The highlight of the festival is a grand costume parade during which revelers dance through the streets of Cambridge in handmade costumes. The parade starts at 12:30PM near the Charles River at River Street and ends in Kendall Square.

Carnival KidsFest is a hands-on interactive activity zone where kids can join in on stilt walking demos, story telling, face painting, balloon art, and arts and crafts activities. Most activities FREE

Care Fair
Saturday, 9/10 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Museum of Science
1 Science Park
Boston MA 02114
www.carefairboston.com

The fair brings together families and local nannies and babysitters. Parents can learn top child care and hiring tips while kids enjoy magic tricks, games and interactive fun. FREE; advance registration requested

Sunday Fun in the Park & Massachusetts Remembers
Sunday, 9/11, 2:00PM - 5:00PM
The Esplanade Boston MA 02110
http://www.esplanadeassociation.org

Enjoy an afternoon of fun with a variety of activities for children and adults, from Parkland Games (2pm-4pm), Family Yoga (3:30pm), to Photography (3pm), and the Kids Fishing Club (2pm).

The event coincides with Massachusetts Remembers, a concert and ceremony in tribute to America and the heroes and fallen of 9/11. The program includes readings, poems, and a special musical program performed by the Boston Pops Brass Ensemble and Boston Children’s Chorus. While the concert doesn’t begin until 3:00PM, it is recommended that you arrive early (gates open at noon). FREE

Family Series: Introducing Wolfgang Amadeus Schmutzinberry
Sunday, 9/11 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Longy School of Music
27 Garden Street, Cambridge MA 02138
www.longy.edu/concerts/calendar/2011/sep11.htm

Kids follow the antics of the zany composer Wolfgang Amadeus Schmutzinberry as he creates his masterpiece to the sounds of a live string trio. New York-based actor and musician Rami Vamos appears in the title role along with Mischa Lakirovich, violin; Miriam Eckelhoefer, cello and Hugh Hinton, piano. Don’t miss the cameo appearance by Ludwig Van Beethoven! FREE

Swan Boats
Sat 9/10 to Sun 9/11, 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Boston Public Garden, Boston
www.swanboats.com

There are only two weeks left to enjoy the gentle, 15-minute ride around the waters of the Boston Public Garden before the birds are brought in for the winter. While it looks like the weekend will be dry, please note that the boats do not operate on rainy, windy or extremely hot days.

$1.50-$2.50

MetroWest

Barbecue and Farm Day
Sunday, 9/11 11:00AM-3:00PM
Verrill Farm
Wheeler Road
Concord MA 01742
www.verrillfarm.com/events.html

Families can enjoy traditional BBQ made in the farm’s own smoker while enjoying live music by Southern Rail, as well as farm demonstrations, a corn husking contest, Lil Folk Farm’s petting zoo, pony rides from Giddy Up Ponies (small fee) and hayrides (small fee). Most activities FREE; food available for purchase.

Wachusett MusicFest
Sunday, 9/11, 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Wachusett Mountain
499 Mountain Road
Princeton, MA 01541
(978) 464-2300
www.wachusett.com

The 14th Annual Musicfest features six bands performing on the main and side stages. The event is rain or shine and features great food at the Mountainside BBQ, food venders, a classic car show, and local craft vendors. Consider a ride on the Scenic Summit SkyRide (additional cost) for a great view of the area. The gates open at 11:30AM - come early to reserve your spot and don't forget your blanket and lawn chairs.

Admission: Adults In advance $15, at the door $25; Children (6-12) in advance $4, at the door $6

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