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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: For much of the country this year, March simultaneously is bringing hope that spring may in fact return to North America AND the awareness that every car is at risk for the foreseeable future. All winter long, water seeps into asphalt cracks, freezes, expands, melts, and freezes again, and bit by bit the driving experience becomes a game called Avoid the
Crater. But lately I’ve started seeing the repair trucks out there again, their bright-vested workers moving methodically from hole to hole with their shovels. Every time I pass them, it gives me a lift, not just because it means someday soon I'll start seeing flowers out in the real world, but also because potholes are one of those perfect reminders of what humans do. Playrooms, projects, and paperwork start out neat, but over time, weather, wear, gravity, and
procrastination take their toll. No matter how strict the system, order gradually slides toward chaos. And then humans step in and make it right again. I saw the cycle in action at the KidsOutAndAbout office last week: Our storage room had slowly become a museum of random supplies, half-filled bins, and Christmas decorations that had been tossed in with a hopeful Future Us will deal with this someday. Fortunately, my colleague Michelle, who works in our data department,
is also a genius organizer. A few hours after Future Michelle stepped in and applied logic and elbow grease, the little room had transformed from a cluttered cave into a serene space. The quickening of the seasons seems to bring that same energy into our homes: Closets get sorted, garages get swept, junk drawers finally meet their match. It feels good, not just because the space looks better, but because fixing things reminds us of something important: Disorder is normal, but
it’s not permanent. Humans can step in and bring brightness back. So here’s to spring cleaning, organized shelves, and freshly patched roads. Our tires, and our spirits, roll much more smoothly because humans fill potholes.
—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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Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge of their own learning experience. Campers choose from a variety of activities in real-time, including sewing, coding, film, sports, and more! As kids try, fail, and learn on their own, they learn to
trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence.
Families can buy any number of days, to use at any time–no weekly reservations required. Or, buy a Summer Pass, which covers the whole season. If your plans change, we’ll automatically refund any unused days at summer’s end. Lunch, snacks & 8am–6pm included.
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The inspiring story of the Irish Journey to America told through Song & Dance!
The Celts are proud to announce the new, captivating, highly anticipated show DANCING WITH THE CELTS. The rich story of the Irish journey to America is told with electrifying dance, under the backdrop of rousing lively Irish music, featuring heart wrenching ballads, captivating storytelling, whimsical Irish humor and an enchanting multimedia
presentation.
The show is not only terrifically entertaining throughout but it also has a fascinating educational element as well. Perfect for Performing Arts Centers and Theaters.
You will laugh, you will cry, but you won’t be able to sit still when you experience DANCING WITH THE CELTS.
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Join us for a cozy, hands-on farm adventure as we learn how milk makes its way from cow to cup. Children will help gently milk our cow, offer her an evening meal, and get her settled in for the night. Afterward head back to the classroom and add a seasonal
New England favorite to the mix-maple syrup! We'll combine the two and whisk together a warm, creamy maple custard. Everyone will get a taste of this comforting treat to end our barnyard evening on a delicious note.
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What wild neighbors come alive on a March evening walk? We'll start by meandering through the marsh, looking for signs of beavers and listening for the warning slap of their tails. Walking along the forest and marsh edges we may see Wild Turkeys heading to
roost in the trees or hear the distant hoot of an owl. Lastly, our adventure will take us to the fields, where we will watch and listen for the quirky American Woodcock, which comes out to perform its unique courtship dance on late winter evenings!
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Kick off your Paddy's Day Weekend with a breakfast buffet at the ICC!!!
A Family St. Patrick's Day at the ICC!
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with your loved ones at our annual Family St.Patrick's Day celebrations for all!
Join us on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 10am until 1pm.
Get ready for a morning filled with fun activities for the whole family. We have planned a variety of entertainment options that will keep everyone engaged and entertained.
From traditional Irish music and Irish step dance performances to face painting and games, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't forget to wear your best green outfit and embrace the festive spirit!
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Start your revolutionary journey at Plimoth Patuxet Museums Opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, March 14th.
Explore where cultures met, conversations became actions, and ideas that carved a path to the American Revolution were formed.
Opening for the season on Saturday, March 14th, plan your visit to the Historic Patuxet Homesite, 17th-Century English Village, and Plimoth Grist Mill.
Mayflower II is currently in Mystic, Connecticut, for regular maintenance work. She is expected to return to State Pier the third week of April. Stay tuned for more information about Mayflower II's return transit.
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- Drop-In Gaming Time (All Ages) - At Boston Public Library - Chinatown Branch - Boston Public Library, 2 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116, Friday, March 6, 2026, 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Discovery Tykes at the Museum of
Natural History - Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, Friday, March 6, 2026, 10:00AM-10:30AM
- Free Intro Yoga & Movement Class for Littles - Arts Collabortive Medford, Sunday, March 8, 2026, 8:00am- 8:30am
- Mayor Michelle Wu's Boston Family Days- At Old State House (Boston) - 310 Washington Street, Boston, MA, Sunday, March 8, 2026, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Camp Exploration Day - Code Ninjas, Washington Street, Canton, MA, Monday, March 7, 2026 (Note: Just after weekend), 10:00 - 11:45
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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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