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Thu, Mar 26: TYA: Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical at Greater Boston Stage Company
Sat, Mar 28: Easter Egg Hunt & Family Fun Day - At The Irish Cultural Centre Sat, Apr 4: Boston Red Sox: Hello Kitty Day at Fenway Park
Sat, Apr 4: Easter Egg Hunt & Spring Celebration at Good Pickin' Farm
Sat, Apr 4: Kids at The Cabot: Laura Doherty & the Heartbeats
Sun, Apr 5: Brunch with the Easter Bunny - At Premiere on Broadway
Fri, Apr 10: Shen Yun at Boch Center - Wang Theatre
Sat, Apr 11: Magnolias in Bloom: Music Inspired by Nature - At the Arboretum Sat, Apr 11: Fairy Garden Days 2026 - At the Museum of Natural History in Roger Williams Park
Sat, Apr 11: Southwick’s Zoo Opening Day
Sun, Apr 12: Laurie Berkner Greatest Hits Solo Show - The Cabot
Sun, Apr 19: Wild Kratts Live 2.0 - Activate
Creature Power! at Boch Center - Wang Theatre
Mon, Apr 20: April Vacation Week: Community Science at EcoTarium |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: The first time I can remember having to take a public stand on anything was in eighth grade English. We were assigned an essay on a controversial topic and told we’d present our arguments to the class. When he handed back our papers, Mr. Schmidt added a twist: no reading. We’d speak from notes. I was horrified. After school, I tried to negotiate my way out of it. “This
makes me really uncomfortable,” I told him, hoping for mercy. He looked at me over his glasses. “That’s the whole point,” he said. “To get stuff done, you have to get comfortable being uncomfortable. Don’t worry, you’ll live.” Mr. Schmidt was right. I didn’t die. And more important, I learned something that stuck: Discomfort isn’t a stop sign, it’s just part of the road, and all roads are bumpy. That lesson shaped how I've raised my kids, too. Karate helped
Madison and Ella distinguish between effort and injury. Long car rides taught them to rely on their own imaginations. Theater nudged them to stand however close to the spotlight they could manage, even when they’d rather disappear. And summer camps—those muddy, unpredictable, gloriously imperfect experiences—gave them countless chances to try something new and realize I can do this without the stigma that can accompany failing in other contexts. Growth rarely happens
inside the comfort zone, which is why I’m such a believer in giving kids opportunities to stretch beyond what feels easy. Summer programs are perfect for this, so that's why during "summer camp search season" we focus on showcasing the wide variety of camps and programs available in each area we serve. Here's the link to the
portal page. These days, as we approach the 25th anniversary of KidsOutAndAbout.com in June, I see that same principle playing out: The technology has changed, the business climate has changed, but the equation hasn’t. Discomfort still shows up right before something meaningful. And I still hear Mr. Schmidt’s voice in my head: Don’t worry, you’ll live.
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes
from Deb" section of our site. |
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The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.
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BUILD THE BEST SCHOOL BREAK EVER! Get ready for a BRICKTASTIC adventure during School Break at LEGO® Discovery Center Boston. Jump into a world of creativity, imagination, and play at the ultimate indoor LEGO playground. Explore MINIWORLD, built from over a
million LEGO bricks, join a hands-on Creative Workshop, and help save the princess on the Kingdom Quest ride. Enjoy immersive 4D movies, discover eye-catching build zones, and let your imagination run wild in interactive play areas designed for LEGO fans of all ages. Make your School Break unforgettable—get your tickets online now: https://www.legodiscoverycenter.com/boston/plan-your-visit/before-you-visit/spring-break/
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Drop in every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. to celebrate the end of the week with some crafting!
Supplies will be available, or you can bring your own.
This program is open to anyone up to age 18, but adult family members of children and teens are also welcome.
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Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. The fully accessible campus provides indoor STEM-based exhibits and a nature playscape and giant treehouse for open-ended learning explorations.
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Do you have what it takes to beat your friends or family at board games? Whether you’re looking for competition or just wanting to have fun, you’ll have plenty of games to choose from at our weekly gaming time. Drop by any time between 12:30 p.m. and 4:30
p.m. every Friday and start your weekend with some fun!
This event is open to all ages. Children under the age of 12 must have an adult present at the library.
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Experience mineral treasures normally locked away in the Museum of Natural History’s vaults with the Museum’s curator.
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Join us as we celebrate cultural heritage through music, dance, storytelling, and poetry during Celtic Celebration. Visitors to the Village will learn about Scottish and Irish heritage, and the ways it shaped 19th century New England. During this event,
guests will have the opportunity to hear fiddle tunes, bagpipes, and music by Celtic musicians. Returning this year, Cate Mahoney and Shelley Otis will be performing on the harp. As you explore the historic Village, discover a variety of demonstrations and unique activities to participate in; play a game of Rounders, an Irish game similar to baseball, or see a character presentation about an immigrant’s experience in early 19th century Ireland and America. New this year, the Village is welcoming
a team of guest Highland Cattle for visitors to meet and learn about this iconic cattle breed.
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Join Wiggles & Jiggles at Arts Collaborative Medford for a 6 week session of Yoga & Movement Classes for your little ones ages 6 months to 4 year olds. Starting March 22nd! Class flow works on basic yoga poses filled with imagination and fun. As we
work through each pose we also have fun using music, stomping feet, and jumping.
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Celebrate your family’s special moments with Shoott’s FREE 30-minute outdoor photo sessions! Whether it’s spring photos, family portraits, birthday milestones, or simply capturing everyday joy, our talented local photographers make the experience easy and
fun. You only pay for the photos you love, with no upfront cost or sitting fee. Receive a gallery of beautifully edited images within days and choose your favorites. Book your session at shoott.com and create lasting memories!
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- Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - Boston - Shoott - Shoott, Broadway, New York, NY, USA, Friday, March 20 to Sunday, March 22 - See link for times
- Spring Break Family Fun - Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75201, Saturday, March 21 to Sunday, March 22 - 11:00 AM
- Drop-In Gaming Time (All Ages) - At Boston Public Library - Chinatown Branch - Boston Public Library - Chinatown Branch of the Boston Public Library, 2 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116, Friday, March 20 - 12:30 pm - 4:30
pm
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View our local Boston area 2026 summer camp guide for kids! Pick the dates you want to explore on our calendar and see what summer camps are available. Hundreds of local summer camps: day camps, overnight camps, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts &
crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more!
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Boston area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Boston area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping a
spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist,…
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the Boston area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams. KidsOutAndAbout has dozens (and dozens) of ideas!
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2025's best places to take kids in Boston as voted by Massachusetts parents! Parents vote, we do the math, and the result is the Top 20 Places to Take Kids! But there is LOTS more to do in Boston than even just this wonderful list: visit KidsOutAndAbout.com
to see our events calendar, find seasonal activities, get ideas for the perfect day trip and MORE !
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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