So, I'm confused. Have we suddenly shifted climates, in some kind of Bizarro-world counterpoint to global warming? Because sunny SoCal is seeing a heck of a lot of snow this weekend. It's snowing at the zoo, snowing in Lake Forest, even the ice has frozen over because, well, it's over, fini, kaput, so which is it? Dead of winter or the coming of spring? Strange magic is afoot...

As in Strange Magic, the new movie at the El Capitan (it's from Lucasfilm! Based on Shakespeare!). You like magic? How about all seven Harry Potter books condensed into one itty-bitty show? How about a magician's own magical journey to overcome his fears (spoiler alert: it's all Smoke and Mirrors).

And then there is that most powerful of magicks, the kind that holds both parent and child alike in its thrall. I speak of course of the ancient mystical power of The Cookie. Expect many full tummies (and spoiled dinners) round Pasadena way as devotees pay homage to the rounded dessert morsels.

Keep reading for some of our most frosty - and frosted - picks for this weekend...

January is often considered a grey month: dull and boring. Not so! This January weekend offers a host of activities to keep even the toughest crowd happy and Mommy Poppins' event calendar has it all at your fingertips.

Many performances are on stage this weekend: Peter Pan at the Hedgerow Theatre for Kids, Snow White at the Media Theatre, Cat's Pajamas at Philadelphia's Central Library and Recess Monkey at World Cafe Live just to name a few.

Those ready to experiment with science can participate in The Science of Nylon at The Hagley Museum or learn about fish during Science Saturdays at the Fairmount Water Works. Or embrace nature and the outdoors by taking a hike in Ambler or watching the birds in Pottstown.

Take a look below for more weekend fun. Need additional ideas? Hit our 100 Things to Do in Philly with Kids list.

Don't see your event listed on our calendar? We welcome you to submit it here!

Now that Boston is deep in winter's clutches, you might need to bundle up a little more before heading out for activities with the family, but don't let a little cold air stop you. Some of the best activities this weekend are designed to get you outdoors in January. The Winter Work & Play event in Sturbridge transports families to a nineteenth century winter wonderland. Families are also welcome to join in on the Annual Charles River Duck Walk in Waltham or the Ward Reservation Winter Fun Day in Andover.

For indoor fun, check out the Winter Open House at the Yamaha Music School in Lexington or Exploring Science Together: Dinosaurs at the Harvard Museum of Natural History in Cambridge. Performances this weekend include Shen Yun's classical Chinese dance and music, and KerPlop! The Tale of the Frog Prince, both of which are sure to delight parents as much as kids.

Also on Mommy Poppins Boston this week:

• South Shore families looking for something to do with energetic toddlers indoors can check out these 5 Indoor Play Spaces South of Boston.
• The Superbowl is coming up, but families might want to plan for a Puppy Bowl Party instead.
• Keep the little ones busy and active indoors with a game of Indoor Balloon Tennis.
• Need to escape the polar vortex? Check out our list of 25 warm family vacation spots.
• Little ones can make marshmallow snowman treats even when there's no snow on the ground. 

Enjoy your weekend and don't forget to check out the full events calendar!

Don't let this cold snap keep you from having some fun because there's plenty to do this weekend all around Long Island. Take in some family-friendly theater, experiment with science or party with Olaf--the entire family can join in on these events and more.

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Winter is proving to be an exciting time in Westchester with tons to do despite the freezing temperatures! This coming weekend in particular is full of entertainment and hands-on education.

With so many performances of various genres happening this weekend—it’ll be hard to choose! We've rounded up a magic show, plays, concerts and even a visual-arts performance dubbed Nyack Bodypainting Day. For even more upcoming shows, check out our roundup of kid-friendly performances happening through March.

Several compelling classes and workshops are also being offered this weekend, including Maker Day, NASA Ambassador David High and Intro to the Instruments, to name a few. The annual Toy and Train Show also returns to Westchester.

We've culled even more activities on our Event Calendar, plus find the month's highlights on our January GoList! Read on for details about this weekend's top picks.

Due to snow and sleet, the New York City Office of Emergency Management has issued a Travel Advisory through 6pm on Saturday. It looks like most of our weekend picks are going on as planned, but call ahead to be sure.

Three of our top family event picks of the month take place this weekend. Kids can get creative at Beam Center's Inventgenuity Festival, try snowy sports at Central Park's FREE Winter Jam and catch the New Victory Theater's latest show Lionboy.

There's also an awesome Off-Broadway ticket deal going on, a cool new exhibit at the Children's Museum of the Arts and a tot-rocking concert by They Might Be Giant's Danny Weinkauf at the Jewish Museum.

These are just a few of the great things going on this weekend. All of our picks are below. You can find additional options in our Event Calendar and our Winter Fun Guide.

It's a whole lot of good news this week! (For once, right?) We've got the scoop on three FREE summer camps currently accepting applications, Central Park playgrounds currently undergoing renovations and how your kid can audition for an upcoming Broadway show. Plus an office with complimentary childcare? Sign us up! All that and more in this edition of our biweekly news post.