Spend Saturday afternoons indulging your sweeter side at The Langham Boston's Chocolate Bar. Voted "Best Indulgence" by Boston Magazine, the Chocolate Bar is guaranteed to astonish and delight chocolate lovers (kids and parents). This is an all-you-can-enjoy buffet, which comprises of an array of chocolate desserts, including chocolate mousses, specialty cakes, fresh made donuts, home... (Read More)

Experience the museum by discovering the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac, each linked to a specimen in the galleries. Learn about the cultural significance and natural history of these animals and try your hand at drawing the animal assigned to the year of your birth. This special Gallery Exploration will be available throughout the February school vacation. Free with museum admission. (Read More)

Explorations for Preschoolers (and their grown-ups!): have you graduated from PlaySpace and are ready to take on the rest of the museum? Come explore science in Investigate--because who says science is just for big kids! Offered daily at the museum. Check the 'Today' sign for hours when you arrive. (Read More)

This “Big Top” is actually a “Little Top”: it’s a 750-seat, one ring circus that is performed entirely by children 18 years old and younger. Risers surround the ring with only 6 or so rows, so there are no bad seats and you are up close to the action. Small children get the best seats in the house – they can sit on the ground around the ring itself. (Read More)

The world of Curious George, one of literature's most beloved characters, comes to life in a new traveling exhibit. In the exhibit, Curious George™: Let's Get Curious!, visitors can explore the world of Curious George while also learning about science, math, and engineering. Based on the classic stories by H.A. and Margret Rey, the Curious George: Let's Get Curious! exhibit inspires young chil... (Read More)

With our Spring Break Splash Package, not only will you surprise your kids, you can surprise yourself with a fully-loaded package! Our Spring Break Splash Package includes: * Overnight accommodations * Four (4) water park passes to CoCo Key * Breakfast for four (4) at TradeWinds Restaurant * Four (4) personal pan pizzas and sodas from Pizza Hut Express * Two (2) $5 arcade... (Read More)

With our Spring Break Splash Package, not only will you surprise your kids, you can surprise yourself with a fully-loaded package! Our Spring Break Splash Package includes: * Overnight accommodations * Four (4) water park passes to CoCo Key * Breakfast for four (4) at our restaurant * Four (4) personal pan pizzas and sodas from Pizza Hut Express * Two (2) $5 arcade cards ... (Read More)

Start your Saturday night off with an evening full of improvised music, scenes, stories and games that is fun for the whole family! This interactive evening, performed by the ImprovBoston Family Show Cast, is sure to bring out the child in everyone! Students and children only $7! (Read More)

Experience the phenomenon. Visually stunning, technically astounding and with a musical score like none other you've ever heard. Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap. The entire savannah comes to life and as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. See the Tony® Award-winning Broadway sensation that Newsweek calls "a landmark event in entertainment." The New York T... (Read More)

WGBH presents the fifth annual St. Patrick’s Day Celtic Sojourn with Brian O’Donovan on March 20 at 8 p.m. Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with traditional Irish music at the beautiful Sanders Theatre in Harvard University. The concert will feature legendary fiddler, Frankie Gavin and his band, De Dannan, guitarist Tony McManus, and up-and-coming harpist, Maeve Gilchrist with Darol Anger, an... (Read More)

With tons of options for teaching your kids to ski or enjoying the slopes if you already know, Wachusett Mountain is a great local place to head to on the weekend. Catch the magic of Eddie Raymond in the Main Lodge on Saturdays from 11-2pm (Read More)

Join us for a full day of fun-filled adventure at CoCo Key Water Resort in Danvers. To accommodate St. Patrick's Day and Evacuation Day, we will be open from 10am - 9pm on Wednesday, March 17th. Happy St. Patrick's Day! (Read More)

Capture the scent of wood smoke in the air. Hear the sound of metal blades skimming over smooth ice. Close your eyes and your senses return you to 1634, as you skate on the Frog Pond in America's oldest public park. Here at the coolest gathering place in Boston you can join local residents and visitors alike as they glide over the carefully manicured, refrigerated surface. In 1997, people were ... (Read More)

The Parade in "Southie" is the second largest in the country and we think it's one of the most fun too. The parade starts at 1:00PM on Sunday, but be sure to get there plenty early to make sure you get a good spot. The kids will love the music, floats, and fire-engines. Erin Go Bragh!!! Note: in case of rain the parade will happen in 3/21/2010 (Read More)

This looks like a blast!! Here's what the organizers of the event have to say: "Our volunteer committee has been working tirelessly to achive this celebration of our Irish American Tradition. May this bring you laughter, lift your spirits and perhaps bring out the child in all of you." The parade starts at 12:00PM and will last about 3 hours (Read More)

We love The Harvard Museum of Natural History. We recently wrote about their Year of the Tiger Gallery. And we've always loved the museum's exhibits and educational programs. Now the museum is even better!!! It's Free!!! See the details below...this info comes straight from the Museum's website: Free to Massachusetts residents every Sunday morning (year-round) from 9:00 am to noon and on Wedn... (Read More)

Lewis Carroll's classic tale, adapted by William Glennon. Presented by the PAC Family Players of the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest. Featuring students in grades 3-8. Thu 3/11, Fri 3/12, Sat 3/13 at 7:30. Matinee Sat 3/13 at 2:00 pm. (Read More)

It’s sugarin’ time in the Blue Hills! Put on your boots and flannel shirt and join in the double fun on this two part special event. Your experience begins at the Trailside Museum where we will unlock the mysteries of maple sugaring. Meet a maple tree and learn about how to tap for sap. Chat with costumed characters on the Maple Trail through Time and learn about maple sugaring through... (Read More)

Curious George is excited! It's the annual All-You-Can-Eat Meatball Day at Chef Pisghetti’s popular Italian restaurant and George is going to be the Chef's special helper. But when Chef Pisghetti and George go out to serve their customers, no one is there. They're all across the street marveling at Phinneas T. Lightspeed's new high-speed Meatball-o-Matic! Chef Pisghetti worries that no one wan... (Read More)

It's time for that taste of Spring once again! Come stroll through wonderful garden displays, relax by a tranquil water garden in the Café, and purchase all of the products you need to make your "outdoor living room" your own creation that you can enjoy for years to come! The Garden Shop is filled with everything from patios to fresh-cut flowers! Hear from the experts, comparison ... (Read More)

Another of Rene Pfister's magical, musical creations. Follow Robin Hood and his merry band of outlaws as he faces the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. Maid Marion, Little John and all the rest are there for Robin Hood and the poor peasants of the land as everyone struggles to prove that good always prevails over wicked. Friday, March 5 at 7:30PM Saturdays, March 6 2:00PM and 7:00PM Sundays, March 7... (Read More)

Aspiring little ones are invited to join Chef Peter Davis and his sous chefs to learn their way around the kitchen at Henrietta's Table in Cambridge. The following lineup remains: January 30 - Chicken and Vegetable Noodle Soup February 6 - Tasting and Cooking with American Cheeses February 13 - Vegetables with Dips and Dressings February 20 - Chocolate Chip Cookies and Build-Your-Own Ice-Cr... (Read More)

Mother duck Ida has been sitting-not so patiently-on her nestful of eggs, while her husband Drake "ducks" his share of parental responsibilities. When Billy, Beaky, Downy, and Fluff finally emerge, they are proper quacking ducklings. But when Egg #5-the big one-cracks open it reveals something altogether different. Ugly honks when the others quack, he's bullied and teased because he d... (Read More)

The 2010 New England Boat Show will showcase nearly one thousand boats of all shapes and sizes, plus the newest marine accessories at unprecedented deals. Even through the credit crunch, financing is still available and consumers can find exclusive show specials, rebates and extras such as free upgrades and services throughout the show. Features this year: The Affordability Pavilion – a spe... (Read More)

For 84 tremendous years, the Harlem Globetrotters have thrilled audiences around the world. Don't miss them when they bring their 2010 Magical Memories Tour to Worcester on Sunday, February 28 at 3PM! The Harlem Globetrotters will dazzle you with their completely unique brand of exciting family fun, sure to create enduring memories that will be cherished for a lifetime. You'll be captivated by ... (Read More)