Thank You, Moms!
A special Happy Mothers Day to all of you moms. I hope that you get duly celebrated for all that you do for your family. I hope that we can make it a little easier to enjoy your Mother’s Day Weekend.
This week, we’re heading to Somerville PorchFest and maybe Duckling Day.
What was your favorite event from last week?
First time at Kids run the bases at Fenway on Sunday!
Picks of the Week
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston · Saturday, May 9 at 10:30 AM · Free · Drop-in · All ages
Kids watch lion dancers perform traditional moves and learn basic kung fu stances in this interactive cultural demonstration. The program includes hands-on activities where children can try some of the movements themselves. Free admission to the JFK Library, and the event runs as part of their family programming series.
Citywide, Somerville · Saturday, May 9 · Free · Drop-in · All Ages
Musicians set up on front porches, driveways, and yards throughout Somerville for this annual neighborhood music festival. Families walk from house to house listening to everything from folk duos to rock bands, with many performers encouraging kids to dance and sing along. Check the website for a map of all the locations — some areas get crowded, so plan your route.
Public Garden, Boston · Sunday, May 10 at 10:00 AM · Free · Drop-in · All Ages
Annual parade where families dress as ducklings and walk through the Public Garden following the Make Way for Ducklings story route. Free community celebration, starts at Parkman Bandstand.
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Hunneman Hall - Brookline Village, Brookline Village · Thursday, May 7 at 1:30 PM · Free · Registration required · All ages
Children make colorful Japanese-style bento boxes using various craft materials. Registration required, all ages welcome.
Children's Program Room, Newton · Friday, May 8 at 4:00 PM · Free · Drop-in · Ages 4-7
Open-ended art exploration with different materials each week focused on artistic processes rather than finished products. Drop-in for ages 4-7.
Metropolitan Waterworks Museum · Saturday, May 9 1PM · Free · Drop-in · All ages
An in-depth look at the mechanics of moving water against gravity, from cups and buckets to centrifugal pumps. Learn more about the engineering principles that powered the museum’s giant steam engines, and which still bring clean water access to communities around the world today.
☀️ Outside Adventures
Outside at Acton Library · Sat., May 9 at 1-3pm · Free · Register · All Ages
Celebrate the Hindu festival of colors with music, dancing, and safe color powder throwing. Includes a scavenger hunt, registration required.
Faxon Park, Quincy · Saturday, May 9 12 - 3 PM · Free · Drop-in · All ages
A celebration of food, dance, culture and activities from all across the world!
Library Picks
Druker Auditorium, Newton · Friday, May 8 at 10:30 AM · Free · Drop-in · All ages
Bilingual storytelling adventure where kids meet animals through puppets and songs, exploring habitats and wildlife. Drop-in program for all ages.
West Branch Atrium, West Branch, Somerville · Friday, May 8 at 5:45pm · Free · Drop-in · Ages 2-18
Opening reception for art exhibit featuring work by Somerville young artists ages 2-18. Display runs through May 11.
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Fun for the whole family
Charmingfare Farm, NH · Sunday, May 10 · Free for mom’s · Purchase tickets · All ages
A fun filled outside time for the whole family. Moms get free admission for you and 1 child and get to enjoy baby animals, explore the grounds, and a raffle giveaway.
South Boston · Thursday, May 7 · Free · Drop-in · All ages
An afternoon of shopping and fun! With participation from dozens of local businesses, enjoy special promotions, live entertainment, and free pedicab rides!
Assembly Row, Somerville · Saturday, May 9 · Free · Drop-in · All ages
Come and see amazing products from over 30 women started and owned small businesses from handmade accessories, to home goods, snacks and more.
Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick · Sunday, May 10 · $15 · Drop-in · All ages
Nature walk to identify spring wildflowers followed by story reading outdoors. $15 fee, suitable for all ages with adult supervision.
The Full Rundown
Thursday, May 7
Make Way for Storytime (11:00 AM) — Children's Program Room, Newton · Free · Ages 0-5
Helping Endangered Animals with Joys of Nature- Session 1 (2:00 PM) — Meeting Room - Putterham, Putterham, Brookline · Free
Friday, May 8
Storytime at West — West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor), West Branch, Somerville · Free · All Ages
Food Friday: Boba Tea & Snacks (4:30 PM) — Teen Area, Newton · Free · Grades 5-12
Toddler Storytime at Central — Auditorium, Central Library, Somerville · Free · Toddlers
Saturday, May 9
Bilingual Chinese Story Time (ages 3-7) — Youth Services Programming Room, Medford Public Library · Free · Ages 3-7
Family Zumba & Dance Fitness (11:00 AM) — Hunneman Hall - Brookline Village, Brookline Village · Free · Ages 5+
Beaded Keychains (2:30 PM) — Teen Area, Newton · Free · Grades 5-12
Sunday, May 10
Lilac Sunday at the Arnold Arboretum (10:00 AM) — The Arnold Arboretum, Boston · Free · All Ages
Mother's Day Flower Pressing Workshop — The Old Manse · Free
Monday, May 11
Tween Color Club (grades 5-8) — Youth Services Programming Room, Medford Public Library · Free · Grades 5-8
Family Bingo (6:30 PM) — Children's Program Room, Newton · Free · Ages 5+
Tuesday, May 12
Dragonflies Graphic Novel Book Club (3:30 PM) — The Rabbit Hole, Brookline Village · Free · Grades 1-4
Accordion Envelopes (4:30 PM) — Teen Area, Newton · Free · Grades 5-12
Wednesday, May 13
LEGO Time (3:00 PM) — Meeting Room - Putterham, Putterham, Brookline · Free · Ages 5-9
Anime Club (4:30 PM) — Teen Area, Newton · Free · Teens
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Have an awesome week. T signing off.
