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Weekday Picks for Boston Kids: Spring Hike, Open Houses, and Free Shows April 6-10
It's the first full week of April and finally starting to feel like spring! If you're ready to get out and enjoy the warmer weather, a FREE Babes in the Woods Hike for parents and babies might be the perfect activity for you. It's also a great week to look ahead to summer, with several summer camp open houses on Wednesday and Thursday.
Some FREE performances this week include a First Monday Concert in Boston and The Monkey King Puppet Show in Arlington. Another fantastic option is the Evening of Dance with the Boston Ballet on Friday. Read on for our picks of the week, and don't forget to check out our full Event Calendar!
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Monday – A free First Monday Concert at Jordan Hall in Boston is perfect for families with older kids who love music.
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Tuesday – Parents who wear their babes will love this Babes in the Woods Hike. Please note that strollers and walking siblings aren't allowed, because this is an adult-paced hike.
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Wednesday – The Monkey King Puppet Show was postponed twice due to weather this winter, which makes it all the more anticipated now! Make sure to arrive early for your free tickets.
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Thursday – Families looking to volunteer together can check out a huge variety of organizations needing help at the Volunteer Expo at the Prudential Center in Boston.
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Friday – Ballet-lovers will enjoy An Evening of Dance with the Boston Ballet at the Strand Theater. For preschoolers, try the M is for Museum program in Wenham.
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