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Roger Williams Zoo - 10:00 AM
Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East - 11:00 AM
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Roger Williams Zoo - 10:00 AM
Brookline Village - Hunneman Hall - 10:30 AM
Roger Williams Zoo - 10:00 AM
Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East - 11:00 AM
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Roger Williams Zoo - 10:00 AM
Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East - 11:00 AM
Olympia Fencing Center - various times
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Weekend Fun for Boston Kids January 10-11: Winter Trails Day, The Pied Piper of Hamelin & More
Oodles of fun activities await outdoorsy families this chilly weekend! Winter Trails Day in Weston is the perfect way to try out cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, and the Snow Shoe Shuffle in Milton likewise offers the opportunity to learn some snowshoeing basics. Indoors, The Art of the Brick is closing this weekend (use code MOMPOP for discounted tickets), and the Tips on Trips and Camps Summer Camp and Teen Opportunities Fair gets you thinking of the warmer days ahead.
In performances this weekend, the puppets in the Pied Piper of Hamelin in Brookline or Stories from Snowy Lands in Arlington are sure to entertain. Family concerts this weekend include Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights in Natick, the Boston Celtic Music Fest in Cambridge, and Debbie and Friends in Brookline.
Also on Mommy Poppins Boston this week:
- Use our January GO List to help you plan your family activities for the month.
- These drop-in indoor play spaces for little ones can be sanity-savers for parents of energetic tots.
- Thinking about your next vacation already? Our selections for Best Family Travel of 2014 include some great ideas for 2015. (Tara recommends Richmond in the springtime for fun, outdoorsy family adventures.)
- Our roundup of Summer Camp Fairs in the area helps you find all the information you need.
- We share all the deets about the Boston Celtics Club Green Family Pack for a great night at a game.
- Be sure to check out our latest feature! Our Weekday Picks posts on Sunday nights include the best events for Boston families in the coming week.
Enjoy your weekend and don't forget to check out the full events calendar!
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ALL WEEKEND
The Pied Piper of Hamelin - Brookline
The classic tale is told with multiple puppetry styles and plenty of dancing rats.
The Art of the Brick - Boston
LEGO artist Nathan Sawaya bring his display of art to Faneuil Hall.
SATURDAY JANUARY 10
Winter Trails Day - Weston
Families can experience the excitement of winter on cross-country skis or snowshoes.
Stories From Snowy Lands - Arlington
Warm up a winter Saturday by watching a snowman come to life.
La Fête des Rois - Boston
A traditional French holiday, la Fête des Rois (Feast of the Kings) is a festive event.
Family Fun Day - Gloucester
The Cape Ann Museum has a full day of family activities and free admission.
Joanie Leeds & the Nightlights - Natick
Joanie Leeds' educational songs reflect that life is a joyful adventure.
Bob the Magic Guy - Arlington
Bob the Magic Guy weaves stories and slapstick humor around clever magic tricks.
Boston Celtic Music Fest - Cambridge
BCMFest's "Dayfest" features songs, storytelling, and other children's and family entertainment.
The Roly Poly Rice Ball - Wenham
Families can experience the traditional Japanese tale in a live marionette puppet show.
Snow Shoe Shuffle - Milton
Parents and kids learn snow shoe basics and then hit the trails.
Frozen Havdalah - Sharon
Families are welcome to celebrate Havdalah with dinner and a showing of Frozen.
Stein Chamber Music Festival - Belmont
Adults and teens are welcome to attend the 40th Annual Stein Chamber Music Festival.
Especially for Me! - Acton
Especially for Me! offers free events at the Discovery Museums for families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children.
The SunDance City Rail Jam - Westford
Skiers and riders do as many tricks as they can in a limited amount of time.
SUNDAY JANUARY 11
Debbie and Friends - Brookline
The Boston-based Debbie and Friends band plays variety pop/rock styles and the songs are interactive and engaging.
PJ Library's Martin Luther King, Jr. Mitzvah Project - Framingham
Join in on this day of service and help fulfill Dr. King’s vision for a better America.
Summer Camp & Teen Opportunities Fair - Sharon
Families get the opportunity to learn about all kinds of camps at this free event.
Dance Hall Workout - Cambridge
Adults and older kids can come learn some of the hottest dance hall moves.
K.I.D.S. Fair 2015 - Brookline
Families can connect with some of the best camps in New England.
