Monday – Library Lego Time at the Cambridge Library is a great chance for kids ages five and up to design and build amazing LEGO structures with new friends.

Tuesday – Preschoolers in the Little Naturalists: Raccoons program in Marshfield learn all about these animals through nature walks, stories, songs, and crafts.

Wednesday – Families can participate in upbeat songs and musical stories at a free Liz Buchanan Concert in Arlington. North Shore princesses might enjoy a special Children's Tea with Snow White at the Wenham Tea House.

Thursday – Where I Live/Là où j’habite opens at the Puppet Showplace Theater in Brookline, exploring the wonder of the places we inhabit. If you want to get a jump on St. Patrick's Day celebrations, a drop-in St. Patrick 's Day craft at the Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library might fit the bill.

Friday – Kids can follow the clues to find the answers to the riddles that are part of the Curious George Store's St. Patty's Day Rainbow Hunt. This event is free, but advance registration is required. Another fun and free event is the Alastair Moock Concert at Melrose Memorial Hall.

Photo by Paxson Woelber