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Weekend Fun for Boston Kids: Holiday Lights, Crafts & Museum Picks, November 21-22
Can it really be the last weekend before Thanksgiving? That means I'll definitely be hitting the grocery store! Besides a turkey, I'm excited to pick up some ingredients for some holiday recipes my family can make together. We might just need to go to a holiday event, too. Luckily for us, holiday lights start brightening up Faneuil Hall and Edaville USA (pictured) this weekend for a festive time. Other fun events to get families ready for the holidays include everything from an artisan fair to a favorite Christmas play to a menorah workshop.
If you're not ready to celebrate the holidays yet, stop by the Gardner for a special free day or check out the new marine life exhibit at the Harvard Museum of Natural History.
Also on Mommy Poppins Boston this week:
- Besides all the holiday events, we've also got some ways for families to give back this holiday season.
- Our new contributor, Scott, shares the inside scoop on a secret gem for outdoor adventures in Newton.
- Tree lighting festivities start this weekend and light up Boston through December.
Check out the full Event Calendar for more fun happenings around town. Have a great weekend! And don't forget the turkey!
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Blink! - Boston
Blink! is a state-of-the-art, LED light and sound show choreographed to the music of the Holiday Pops.
The Enchanted Village - Avon
Once called the Enchanted Village of St. Nicholas, the holiday display began at Jordan Marsh Downtown Crossing and is now at Jordan's Furniture.
Sea Festival of Trees - Salisbury Beach
Families can get ready for a giant maze of sparkling holiday trees, stage and ice skating performances, visits with Santa, and more.
ArtROX! Holiday Pop-up Shop - Roxbury
Vendors from Roxbury and beyond offer beautiful and unique seasonal holiday gifts.
Miracle on 34th Street - Needham
Miracle on 34th Street comes to the stage in a spirited play that's filled with humor and some classic Christmas carols.
Festival of Lights - Carver
During the holiday season, Edaville transforms into a magical winter wonderland.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 21
Interactive Reading: Stories Alive! Rudulph the Red-Nosed Reindeer - Boston
Join Citi Performing Arts Center’s Education Team for an interactive reading of the holiday classic.
Special Free Day at the Gardner - Boston
Families are welcome to join the Gardner Museum for a special free day with lots of fun activities.
Marine Life Exhibit Opening - Cambridge
The centerpiece of this new exhibition—a floor-to-ceiling recreation of life in New England’s coastal waters—immerses visitors in marine life.
Thanks is for Giving Annual Concert with Karen K and the Jitterbugs - Arlington
Karen K takes audience members young and old on a musical adventure exploring themes of kindness, friendship and fun.
Sleigh Bell Artisan Fair - Wenham
The museum's annual holiday fair features the North Shore's best artisans offering one-of-a-kind gifts.
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22
Big Woods Hike - Ipswich
On this late fall guided walk, families can discover what is happening in the world of nature as plants and animals prepare for winter.
The Family Folk Chorale: Happiness is the Truth - Arlington
An epic sing-a-long with you, your family, a 60-voice chorus and an amazing band, this concert features recent top 40 hits.
Paint-a-Menorah @ The Clayroom - Brookline
Children can have a blast painting a beautiful and unique Menorah that can be used during Hanukkah.
Plymouth Turkey Prep 5K - Plymouth
This family-friendly 5K is the perfect event to get everyone loosened up for the Turkey Trots and the turkey eats.
Photo Courtesy of Edaville USA
