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Weekend Fun For Boston Kids: Books, Animals, and Kites May 17-18
If you are looking for action-packed adventures, the circus comes to Boston this weekend in the form of the Boston Pops Cirque de la Symphonie -- a show full of musical and physical acrobatics. And its a great weekend for children's literature. On Saturday, take your pick of four special author events celebrating Children's Book Week at independent book stores in Brookline, Cambridge, Dedham, and Medford. Mother and Father Goose both share their favorite stories at the Puppet Showplace Theater this weekend, and the children's classics The Secret Garden and The Jungle Book both come to the stage for theatrical adaptations this weekend. If you want to celebrate our beautiful, fragile planet, head on down to Earth Fest at the Hatch Shell or check out Endangered Species Day at Franklin Park Zoo or Stone Zoo. And we wouldn't be Mommy Poppins Boston if we missed this opportunity to say "Let's Go Fly a Kite" at the Franklin Park Kite and Bike Festival.
Also on Mommy Poppins this week:
- Farmer's Market Season is upon us--see how to make the most of the markets' educational possibilities.
- Tara helps navigate all the amazing possibilities offered by the Highland Street Foundation's Free Fun Fridays.
- Anna shares her recipe for Lemon Curd as part of our Wee Work series. To get Wee Work in your inbox, click here.
As always, have a great weekend! With a calendar full of events, I'm sure you'll find something fun to do.
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ALL WEEEKEND
Boston International Children's Film Festival - Boston
The international Children's Film Festival continues this weekend at the Museum of Fine Arts.
The Jungle Book - Watertown
The classic story is brought to life by a cast of 3rd-5th graders.
The Secret Garden - Stoneham
It's opening weekend for this classic children's story turned Broadway musical at the Stoneham Theater.
Peace Sand Art - Arlington
Create sand art to support the Lenny Zakim Fund.
SATURDAY MAY 17
Earth Fest - Boston
A free, family-friendly celebration of the Earth brings live music, educational activities, and more to Boston's Hatch Shell.
Boston Pops Cirque de la Symphonie - Boston
The Boston Pops Orchestra provides the music for acrobats and other circus performers. Shows Friday and Saturday.
Indies First Storytime: Bestsellers Cafe - Medford
Shennon Berseni and Jane Sutton read from their books as part of the national Indies First Storytime Day.
Indies First Storytime: Porter Square Books - Cambridge
Local authors Matt Tavares, Jef Czekaj, Scott Magoon, and Joe McKendry will read from their favorite books as part of Indies First Storytime Day.
Indies First Storytime: Brookline Booksmith - Brookline
Brookline Booksmith hosts a special storytime with author Julia Denos.
Children's Book Week Author Event - Dedham
Scott Magoon, Erin Dione, and Peter H. Reynolds read from their books at the Blue Bunny Bookstore.
Somerville CoderDojo - Somerville
Learn HTML and more in this free coding club for young people.
Mother Goose and Friends -Brookline
Mother Goose guides us through a collection of fairy tales in this puppet show.
Sheep and Fiber Festival - Bristol, RI
Celebrate all things fiber at the annual sheep-shearing festival.
Endangered Species Day: Stone Zoo - Stoneham
Learn more about the endangered species at Stone Zoo with special events and activities.
Endangered Species Day: Franklin Park Zoo - Dorchester
Zookeeper encounters, special dress up sessions, and more help children learn about endangered species in Massachusetts and beyond.
LexFUN's Consignment Sale - Lexington
Gently used children's clothes and toys are available at this community consignment sale.
Ben Rudnick and Friends Concert - Boston
Join Ben Rudnick and Friends for a concert and Family Works event to benefit the Home for Little Wanderers.
Pine Village Preschool Open House - Brighton
Interested families can learn about the new Brighton location of the bilingual Pine Village Preschool.
SUNDAY MAY 18
Kite and Bike Festival - Dorchester
Celebrate spring by flying a kite at this annual festival. Note the date change for the festival due to rain in Saturday's forecast.
Lag B'Omer Concert and Festival - Newton
Celebrate Lag B-Omer with a fun family festival and concert.
Lost and Found: Theater for the Very Young - Charlestown
A participatory theater experience for toddlers and preschoolers tells the tale of a lost toy.
With a Little Help From My Friends - Jamaica Plain
Sing Postive JP presents a concert about friendship and community with songs from well known artists.
Father Goose's Tales - Brookline
Father Goose tries his hand at storytelling in this puppet show.
Birthday Wishes Cake Walk - West Roxbury
Walk to raise money for birthday parties for homeless children.
CMT Nursery School Open House - Chestnut Hill
Find out more about the CMT Nursery School and enjoy a free concert from Josh and the Jamtones.
8th Annual Thoreau Road Race - Concord
Races for all ages and levels celebrate community spirit, fitness, and health.
Blue Discoveries Family Day - Boston
Special family activities are taking place all day at the New England Acquarium.
History is Community Children's Day - Boston
Join the historic Vilna Shul and the West End Museum for a kid-friendly tour of the neighborhood.
Cambridge Music Consortium Open House - Cambridge
Try out instruments and learn more about lessons at the Cambridge Music Consortium.
Chamber Music Introduction Workshop - Cambridge
Musicians of all levels and ages join us for an afternoon of music making.
Boston Children's Chorus Annual Concert - Dorchester
The Boston Children's Chorus performs at the Strand.
