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25 Fun Things To Do in Connecticut with Teens

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 3:01pm

Kids don't need to have a license to rule the road. Photo courtesy of Supercharged Racing

Gone are the days of bouncy houses and playgrounds, but spending quality time with children is just as—perhaps more—precious as they navigate the teen years. Teens are notoriously hard to impress, but you'll earn major cool points by joining them in activities like escape rooms, salt caves, camping, consignment shopping, and more.

If you're searching for more ideas about what to do with teens around Connecticut, remember amusement parks and great restaurant meals are hits with all ages. Once you've scored some cool points with your teens, treat the younger kids in your life to age-appropriate fun at these indoor play spaces or awesome playgrounds.

A Visit to the Institute for American Indian Studies Museum & Research Center

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 9:00am

Tucked on a woodsy cul-de-sac in Washington - one of the most pastoral areas of Connecticut – you will find an important assortment of stories and artifacts that preserve and celebrate the traditions and contributions of indigenous cultures. Though small in square footage, the Institute for American Indian Studies Museum & Research Center features an impressive collection and is an especially child-friendly Litchfield County attraction.

25 Things To Do With Kids in Greenwich

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Fri, 10/18/2019 - 8:53pm

Wagon rides are part of the fun at the Greenwich Reindeer Festival.

Whether you access it by train (the ride from Grand Central Terminal in New York City takes less than an hour) or cross its picturesque town line by car, Greenwich offers a plethora of luxury shopping, restaurants, playgrounds, nature escapes, cultural opportunities, and waterfront activities. Here are 25 places to see and adventures to pursue in this Fairfield County community.

Special Needs Classes and Enrichment Programs for Boston Kids

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 11:00am

The Especially for Me program provides developmentally challenged kids special access to the Discovery Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum

Like all kids, children with intellectual or physical differences are born with a natural curiosity, and deserve programs that boost their brains, bodies, and social skills. The right environment is critical to a child's development, so we've sought out classes and programs that provide fun and nurturing opportunities for children with special needs, specifically. Along with these classes in sports, the arts, and more, you'll find more enrichment programs in our Boston Classes and Activities Guide.

Make a Splash and Learn to Swim at Hartford Area Pools

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Tue, 07/02/2019 - 12:00pm

Get ready to make a splash. Several pools in the Hartford area offer open swim times and lessons to refresh you on a hot day or help you think sunny thoughts on a cold day. Some require town residency while others are open to nonresidents. It’s a great way to get the family some exercise even when the weather doesn’t cooperate. Plus, swimming is a lifelong skill that enhances safety and increases opportunities for fun. For more enrichment and after school classes, check out our Classes and Activities Guide.

25 Fun Things to Do in Buffalo, New York with Kids

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 2:02pm

Water sports along Lake Erie draw families to this upstate city. Photo courtesy of Dylan Buyskes

In Western New York, hugging the shores of Lake Erie, awaits Buffalo, the second largest city in the Empire State. Famous for its spicy chicken wings, this vibrant area is also known for its history, art deco architecture, great restaurants, and plenty of family-friendly fun, indoors and out. The nearby Niagara Falls usually attracts the most tourist attention, but do not skip a visit to Buffalo, which makes the list for being one of our favorite family getaways in upstate New York.

Below are nearly two dozen suggestions of kid-friendly activities for a great family trip to Buffalo, New York.

Wigwam Escape Room: Kid-Friendly History and Adventure in Connecticut

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Tue, 04/30/2019 - 12:59pm

Can you get help to a "neighboring village" in an hour or less? Photo courtesy of the Institute for American Indian Studies

Can you thrive for a day in 1518? That’s a question Siri cannot answer at Wigwam Escape, since cell phones (and watches) are not allowed inside this historically-themed escape room recently opened at The Institute for American Indian Studies Museum & Research Center. The popularity of escape rooms has surged in recent years, and they're especially appealing to kids who love the thrill of solving problems and puzzles on a tight deadline. Wigwam Escape is no exception, except that the unique Native American historical setting adds a truly meaningful educational and family-bonding opportunity to the adrenaline rush.

Patriots' Day Weekend Fun for Boston Kids

Submitted by Clementina Verge on Wed, 04/10/2019 - 8:31pm

The U. S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum performs at Lexington Green. Photo by SFC Richard Ruddle/CC BY 2.0

History buffs, lovers of liberty, marathon runners, and cheering spectators: Welcome to your favorite weekend of the year! Commemorating the opening engagement in the American Revolution, Patriots' Day is celebrated with various events, from parades to battle reenactments. To cheer on runners rather than revolutionaries, scope out a family-friendly spot to watch the racers with kids at the 123rd Boston Marathon.

If you and your kids' tastes run more toward the arts, grab your seats to Tap Dogs, put on your dancing shoes at the New England Folk Festival. Of course, April is a month filled with opportunities to soak up the increasing sunshine. Do not forget to check out our April GoList: Best Things to Do With Kids in Boston and the spring fun guide. For even more ideas, browse our Event Calendar, like our Facebook page, and subscribe to our free newsletter.

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