Weekend Fun for Boston Kids: August 23-24--Cats, Dogs, and Muppets

The Farmers' Markets are hopping this weekend. The Roslindale market has free Salsa lessons for all ages, and the Braintree Market has a Kids' Day full of fun activities to get kids thinking about where their food comes from and how to eat healthy. Fans of Judy Moody can celebrate the release of the new book at Judy Moody Day. The Harvard Museum of Natural History invites budding entomologists and their families to explore the science of bugs together. If you are looking to catch a movie, Muppets from Space is showing in Arlington and Finding Nemo is playing at the Prudential Center Garden this weekend. Art lovers should be sure to check out the Watson Adventures: Cats vs. Dogs Scavenger Hunt at the MFA. And if you are looking for live entertainment, check out Sir George and the Dragon at the Puppet Showplace Theater or Gustefer Yellowgold in concert.

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Don't forget to check the calendar for a full list of events going on and enjoy your weekend!

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Muppets from Space - Arlington
Kermit and the gang have to rescue Gonzo and reunite him with his alien family.

Marshfield Fair - Marshfield
This classic agricultural fair continues through the weekend with a midway, tractor pull, and more. 

SATURDAY AUGUST 23

Sir George and the Dragon - Brookline
Join an adventurous princess as she journeys to Mystery Mountain to visit the Great Green Dragon.

Family Film Festival: Finding Nemo - Boston
Follow the adventures of a timid clown fish and his daring son Nemo as they seek to be reunited.

Summer Saturdays - Boston
Learn more about the life of the Revere Family and the famous Midnight Ride of Paul Revere.

Judy Moody Day - Dedham
Celebrate the release of a new Judy Moody book with finger knitting and more.

Open House - Jamaica Plain
Come learn more about class offerings at the Tony Williams Dance Center.

Wenham Family Festival and Craft Fair - Wenham
Come to the North Shore's largest craft fair and bring your favorite doll to book and appointment at the doll clinic.

Exploring Science Together: Bugs - Cambridge
Learn all about bugs with fun hands-on activities at the Harvard Museum of Natural History.

Kids' Day - Braintree
The Braintree Farmer's Market is all about kids today with fun activities and entertainment to promote healthy eating.

Free Salsa Lesson - Roslindale
Come to the Roslindale Farmers' Market for a free Salsa lesson from OUT to Dance.

SUNDAY AUGUST 24

Festa! Fete! Festival - Somerville
Celebrate Haitian and Brazilian cultures with music, dance, and art.

Watson Adventures: Cats vs. Dogs Family Scavenger Hunt - Boston
Go on a scavenger hunt through the MFA looking for cats and dogs hidden in works of art.

Regattabar Kids' Series: Gustefer Yellowgold - Cambridge
Gustafer Yellowgold’s show is a multi-media performance of live music, animated illustrations, and storytelling.

Sunday Parkland Games - Cambridge
Come try your hand at Frisbee, hula hooping, lawn toss, and more!

Vintage Baseball - Georges Island
This is the last game of the season so don't miss your chance to see baseball as it was played in the 1860s.

Race to the Row - Somerville
Sign your kids up for the Kids' Fun Run or participate in the 5K as a family and enjoy free pizza and ice cream.