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Weekend Fun for Boston Kids November 22-23: Frog Pond Skating, Silly Sally's Bubble Show & More
On this last weekend before Thanksgiving, activities galore can help get your family into the holiday spirit! Josh and the Jamtones jazz out at their Thanksgiving Concert in Newton, and Faneuil Hall brightens up with a day of festivities culminating in the opening of the Blink! light show and Faneuil Hall's tree lighting spectacular. Events to encourage kids to give back to the community include the Fresh Pond Great Gobble Give Back, the Jingle Bell Walk/Run for Arthritis, and the annual Candyland Tournament to benefit Pitching In for Kids. Other fun options that make the most of the chilly temperatures include the Opening Day of Skating at Boston's Frog Pond and the Dog Sled Fun Run in Milton.
In performances this weekend, some great choices for younger kids are Silly Sally's Bubble Show at the Coolidge Corner Theatre, The Yankee Peddler at the Puppet Showplace Theatre, or Jack and the Beanstalk at the Center for Arts in Natick. Indoor activities for older children include a Family Portraiture workshop in Newton or a Theatre Games Workshop in Arlington.
Also on Mommy Poppins this week:
- Make some space for all that turkey by running (or walking) in one of the local, family-friendly Turkey Trots and Other Holiday Fun Runs.
- Tara offers tips for celebrating an Earth-friendly Christmas without taking all of the fun out of the party.
- Things are getting festive all over town as we round up Holiday Tree Lightings in Boston.
- Get the kids into the holiday spirit by volunteering together and making someone's holiday brighter.
- Keep the kids busy in the days leading up to Thanksgiving by making Acorn Napkin Rings.
Enjoy your weekend and don't forget to check out the full events events calendar!
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Blink! - Boston
Blink! is a state-of-the-art light and sound show choreographed to the music of the Holiday Pops.
Enchanted Village - Avon
The Enchanted Village is a New England holiday tradition.
The Yankee Peddler - Brookline
Drawing from three hundred years of stories, songs, and local history, there is sure to be something for everyone from the peddler's cart!
Seussical: The Musical - Concord
Seussical is based on the works of Dr. Seuss and weaves together his most famous tales and characters from at least fifteen of his books.
Festival of Trees - Methuen
The Festival of Trees features displays of over 225 Christmas trees, decorated in various holiday themes.
The Polar Express at Edaville - Carver
Inspired by the Chris Van Allsburg’s beloved children’s book, The Polar Express comes to life at Edaville this Christmas.
The Polar Express at Blackstone Valley - Woonsocket, RI
The Blackstone Valley Polar Express welcomes all aboard for a sing-a-long with visits and photos with Santa.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 22
Silly Sally's Bubble Show - Brookline
Little bubbles, medium bubbles and enormous bubbles collaborate to tell stories, sing and dance, recycle and come to life.
Frog Pond Skating Opening Day - Boston
The winter skating season starts at The Frog Pond.
Winter Wonderland - Boston
Families can join in for a day of free holiday fun at the Citi Wang Theatre.
Fresh Pond Great Gobble Give Back - Cambridge
Come to the Fresh Pond of an afternoon of volunteering.
M.U.S.C.R.A.T. Kids Maker Series - Somerville
The Multi Use Somerville Community Roving Art Transport teams up with Parts and Crafts to bring mobile maker workshops to Somerville communities.
Jack and the Beanstalk - Natick
Crabgrass Puppet Theatre returns with this hilarious retelling of the tallest of tales that is full of fun and loaded with laughs.
Dog Sled Fun Run - Milton
Sled dogs will host an educational presentation. See these canine athletes in training before the busy winter season.
Theatre Games Workshop - Arlington
Children and caregivers using improvisation techniques and theater games to have fun, strengthen bonds and succeed together as a unit.
Family Portraiture Workshop - Newton
Draw yourself, your family members or a make-believe character.
Jeff Jam Dance Party - Somerville
Join Jeff Jam, a friendly, goofy guy who performs songs for children of all ages, at a dance party at Johnny D's.
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 23
Josh and the Jamtones Thanksgiving Concert - Brookline
Join Josh & the Jamtones for a concert and have some pizza.
Jingle Bell Walk/Run for Arthritis - West Newton
Families can join in for some holiday cheer while raising money to help cure arthritis.
2014 Plymouth Turkey Prep 5K - Plymouth
This family-friendly 5K is the perfect event to get everyone loosened up for the turkey to come!
