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Kids can stretch their legs on a scavenger hunt on the trails around Stevens-Coolidge Place. Photo courtesy of The Trustees
Kids can stretch their legs on a scavenger hunt on the trails around Stevens-Coolidge Place. Photo courtesy of The Trustees
12/31/19 - By Lucie T

It's officially 2020 and there are plenty of family activities to kick off the new year. For families looking for a fresh start, check out the New Years Resolution Scavenger Hunt, which sends visitors on a scenic course through the grounds of the Stevens-Coolidge Place. This animal-themed scavenger hunt is indoors, and happening closer to Boston. For more fresh-start fun, decorate crowns at the Three Kings Day Parranda and Celebration or celebrate the Epiphany (with a clown!) at the Festa della Befana. 

Winter activities are in full swing, whether there is snow on the ground or not. Have a hearty farmhouse feast at Verrill Farm's annual Pancake Breakfast, and hopefully there will be snow on the ground for the Sledding and Cocoa event at Danehy Park. Need more family fun ideas? Check out our full events calendar.

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New Year’s Resolution Scavenger Hunt

North Andover
Stop by The Stevens-Coolidge Place to get a jump start on those 2020 resolutions. READ MORE

Winter Fest

Harvard
Enjoy sledding runs down many wonderful hills. Go for a nature walk on the trails. See a human dog sled race. There is so much fun to be had for all ages in the winter woods!  READ MORE

26th Annual Family Trees: A Celebration of Children's Literature

Concord
Family Trees gives Concord's literary tradition a creative twist for children to enjoy. The Museum’s galleries are filled with 32 fanciful trees of all shapes and sizes, decorated with original ornaments inspired by acclaimed children’s storybooks and contemporary picture book favorites. READ MORE

Animal Talk Scavenger Hunt

Cambridge
Use clues to find six of Doctor Dolittle's animal friends in the museum and learn how that animal really communicates.  READ MORE

Things to Do Saturday

Pancake Breakfast at Verrill Farm

Concord
Families are welcome to fuel up for a day of outdoor activities or relax after doing errands at this pancake breakfast. READ MORE

Three Kings Day Parranda and Celebration

Jamaica Plain
Join Hyde Square Task Force to celebrate Three Kings Day and decorate crowns, read a book about Three Kings Day, listen to live music, and learn a traditional parranda song. READ MORE

Science on Screen, Jr.: The Pirates! Band of Misfits

Brookline
Set sail for a fun-filled voyage and hilarious pirate antics with the biggest band of misfits on the seven seas and before the film, hear a local expert discuss the process of evolution and how animals adapt to their environments.  READ MORE

Sledding and Cocoa in Danehy Park

Cambridge
Join F&W at Danehy Park for sledding (bring your own sled), hot cocoa, snowman building and other cheerful, wintry fun. READ MORE

Musical Storytelling Program at Groton Library

Groton
Powers Music School faculty and guest artists Jessica Cooper, Yas Ishibashi, Todd Brunel, and Nurudafina Abena narrate the popular children’s book Elephants Cannot Dance along with music, singing, and dancing. READ MORE

Things To Do Sunday

Festa della Befana

Cambridge
This is a celebration of Epiphany and the opportunity for families and children to be together wtih entertainment by Violet The Clown and gifts to all the children. READ MORE

Sunday Stretch

North Andover
This moderate 2-mile hike on the Stevens-to-Stevens Trail is family-paced and designed to delight parents and children alike. READ MORE

Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert

Boston
Led by a witty and charming conductor who is an expert in Viennese music, Salute to Vienna features a European cast of singers, ballroom dancers, and ballet that brings to life the music of Johann Strauss. READ MORE

Breakfast with Big Bird & Elmo

Medway
At this breakfast with Big Bird and Elmo, everyone has a chance to take a picture with these beloved characters while enjoying a delicious breakfast. READ MORE

Kids Matinee at Atwood's

Cambridge
Come for brunch at Atwood's and enjoy a concert by kids' favorite, Matt Heaton. READ MORE

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