The Agricultural Commission is offering tours of local farms this summer, beginning with Kanner Family Orchards on Saturday, July 25 at 2:00 pm or Sunday, July 26 at 10:00am (duration: 30-60 minutes). All ages are welcome, children must be supervised attentively by their accompanying adults. Space is limited; you must sign up and be confirmed as registered to attend. Questions? Email Kathleen […]
Calling all Magic School Bus fans! Children of all ages are welcome to come stomp around on a dinosaur dig with Miss Frizzle. No registration necessary.
Explore Japanese shibori and indigo dyeing techniques with Kim Poler from Beehive Art in Lincoln. Bring a few white items from home to dye (a pair of cotton towels are also provided to every registrant to dye). Class takes place in the Codman gardens; a charcuterie board will be provided. Register here. Questions? Email tana@codmanfarm.org.
Friends and families are invited to complete a jigsaw puzzle in a fun, friendly tournament. Each team will be assigned a table with a 300-piece puzzle to be opened when the tournament begins.
We will provide a variety of games for kids and adults to play together but we also welcome you bringing a family favorite to introduce to others. Registration is encouraged to make sure we have enough games and enough people to play, but drop ins day of are welcome.
Visit as many area libraries as you can and take a picture of yourself with a designated item (or two items) in each library — it’s a scavenger hunt! More information.
Karina Liendo will share the tale of a Brazilian Cinderella and her unique sister, whose support helps her through difficult times and leads her to true love. After the story, we'll reinforce Spanish vocabulary as we sing, play, and do a craft. Registration required.
Join Conservation Department staff for a tour of the Walden Woods Project on Baker Farm Road with Executive Director Kathi Anderson on Thursday, Aug. 6 from 9:00-10:00am. Anderson will discuss the organization’s history and mission, and lead a guided tour of the historic buildings that house WWP’s administrative offices. More information and registration.
Craft a two-dimensional needle-felted design of a pleasingly plump panda with bamboo. For ages 11-19. Registration required.
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Hear Boston-based folk band Sweet Wednesday and enjoy the Drumlin Farm wildlife sanctuary at (admission is included with your ticket). Registration required; details here.
An evening of opera, musical theater, cabaret, and circus in the deCordova Sculpture Park. Register here.