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Weekend Fun for Boston Kids: Chinese New Year, Puppet Shows & More, Feb 28 - Mar 1
Celebrations for the 2015 Lunar New Year have been going on throughout the month of February, but this weekend boasts some particularly special events you might want to add to your family's calendar. The Chinese New Year Festival in Boston's Chinatown and the Lunar New Year Festival in North Quincy offer full-blown celebrations that include lion dances and dragons. The Peabody Essex Museum's Lunar New Year event is another fantastic option, complete with dance performances and other fun activities. If the weather finally gives us a break, the Maple Sugaring Tours in Ipswich and the Cape Ann Winter Birding Weekend are fun ways to get outdoors with the kids.
The performance lineup this weekend includes two puppet shows in Brookline: Both The Singing Turtle and Hansel and Gretel are sure to be a hit with the kids. Concerts for families include The Story of Babar in Arlington and Justin Robert and the Not Ready for Naptime Players in Natick.
Also on Mommy Poppins Boston this week:
- Michelle shares insider info on Bird Watching With Kids in Newburyport, a place that really is for the birds.
- Our roundup of 5 Best Boston Afternoon Tea Spots includes something for everyone in the family.
- See how maple syrup is made at these local maple sugar festivals and farms.
- Our top picks for family fun in March are causes for celebration.
Enjoy your weekend and don't forget to check out the full events calendar!
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ALL WEEKEND
The Singing Turtle - Brookline
This Chinese folk epic is told through storytelling, masks, music, and Taiwanese hand puppetry.
Cape Ann Winter Birding Weekend - Gloucester
This three-day festival for all ages and skill levels allows families to encounter coastal birds.
Weekend Maple Sugaring Tours - Ipswich
On a naturalist-guided tour, families learn all about the maple sugaring process.
Frozen Fun Weekend at the Ecotarium - Worcester
Families can join in on a celebration of the EcoTarium's reopening.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 28
Family Day at MassArt - Boston
Twice a year, visitors of all ages are invited to drop in for a free, fun-filled day of interactive activities.
Story of Babar - Arlington
Families can join Powers Music School's teaching artists for a special musical narration of Babar.
Hansel and Gretel - Brookline
Hansel and Gretel is based on the classic fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm and performed by the Tanglewood Marionettes.
Peter and the Wolf - Cambridge
Families can attend a free concert for kids and adults.
Lunar New Year - Salem
Welcome the Year of the Goat with performances, art activities, storytelling, gallery tours, and films.
Science Can Dance - Cambridge
Fifth to eighth grade girls can join this exciting workshop to explore science through dance choreography.
STEAM Power - Belmont
The Belmont Public Library is excited to provide an entire day of free Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics programming.
Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players - Natick
Justin and The Not Ready for Naptime Players dish out unexpectedly intelligent and whimsically rocking music for kids and their parents.
Franklin Park Indoor-Outdoor Snow Day - Dorchester
Families can bring a sled or borrow one of ours, and then warm up inside with fun activities.
Winter Walk - Wellesley
On this walk, families learn how to identify plants and discuss how they have adapted to survive cold winters.
Fun with Animal Footprints and Signs - Natick
Kids can learn what tracks can tell us about which animals are active during the winter.
SUNDAY MARCH 1
Lunar New Year Festival - North Quincy
Quincy's annual Lunar New Year Festival opens with a traditional Lion Dance followed by a full day of events.
Chinese New Year Festival - Boston
Cultural activities and performances to celebrate the new year are free with admission.
Children's Tea Service - Concord
This tea service is complete with sandwiches and sweet treats for families.
Cirque du Purim - Boston
Families can celebrate the year’s happiest Jewish holiday with lots of fun activities.
Sizzlin' Winter Beach Party - Arlington
Children can enjoy games, crafts, balloons, and more at this indoor winter party.
PJ Library Purim Palooza - Arlington
Families can enjoy the fun, physical comedy of Benjamin the clown while celebrating Purim.
Photo Courtesy of Peabody Essex Museum
