Read about the McCullough family of Sutton's cross-country eco-video project in the April 2009 issue of Bay State Parent. The family is holding a spaghetti supper and acoustic concert in Grafton.
Here's the scoop:
April 25, 2009
5:00pm-7:00pm dinner, 7:00pm concert
: Unitarian Universalist Church on Grafton Common
3 Grafton Common
Grafton, Massachusetts
: Spaghetti Supper and Acoustic Concert fundraiser for Our Renewable Nation, local family's cross-country eco-video series for kids. Come enjoy great food and music and support a great cause! The acoustic concert will feature singer-songwriters Katrin and Greg Hare.
Suggested donation $10 for the dinner, or $10 for the concert, or $15 for both
Phone number of event: (508) 865-2890
E-mail address of event: OurRenewableNation@gmail.com
Web site for event: www.OurRenewableNation.org
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Monday, April 13, 2009
April 21: Kids Cooking Class in Concord
April 21, 2009
Time of event: 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Location and address of the event: Verrill Farm
11 Wheeler Road
Concord, MA
Brief Description of Event: Verrill Farm Chef Kevin Carey teaches a hands on class. Kids will prepare several dishes, eating some of their creations during class and taking the rest home.
Cost of Event: $20 per student. Registration & pre-payment required.
Phone number of event: 978.369.4494
E-mail address of event: info@verrillfarm.com
Web site for event: www.verrillfarm.com
Time of event: 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Location and address of the event: Verrill Farm
11 Wheeler Road
Concord, MA
Brief Description of Event: Verrill Farm Chef Kevin Carey teaches a hands on class. Kids will prepare several dishes, eating some of their creations during class and taking the rest home.
Cost of Event: $20 per student. Registration & pre-payment required.
Phone number of event: 978.369.4494
E-mail address of event: info@verrillfarm.com
Web site for event: www.verrillfarm.com
Gymnastics Open House: April 22
Looking for some April vacation fun? Here's some news baystateparent received from Over the Top in Worcester:
Over the Top is opening its doors to new friends on Wednesday, April 22nd with FREE mini trial classes at 1pm, 1:30pm & 2pm to introduce new students to their progressive program. No prior experience is necessary and these trial classes are open to boys and girls ages 5+.
For preschool friends, they're offering a free trial class at 10am, also on April 22nd. Participants will be introduced to basic tumbling skills and gymnastics equipment in a fun, fast paced environment.
These classes are FREE and there is absolutely no obligation to sign up A parent or guardian's signature is required in order to participate.
Carrie Arbuckle
Over the Top Gymnastics Academy
508-752-7676
info@overthetopgym.org
Over the Top is opening its doors to new friends on Wednesday, April 22nd with FREE mini trial classes at 1pm, 1:30pm & 2pm to introduce new students to their progressive program. No prior experience is necessary and these trial classes are open to boys and girls ages 5+.
For preschool friends, they're offering a free trial class at 10am, also on April 22nd. Participants will be introduced to basic tumbling skills and gymnastics equipment in a fun, fast paced environment.
These classes are FREE and there is absolutely no obligation to sign up A parent or guardian's signature is required in order to participate.
Carrie Arbuckle
Over the Top Gymnastics Academy
508-752-7676
info@overthetopgym.org
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Sun. Feb. 15 Glamour Princess Tea
Miss Emma's Tea
MOMMY & ME
GLAMOUR PRINCESS TEA
Mia Bella Spa
12 Main Street Leominster
Sunday, February 15th 12:00pm and 1:30pm
Enjoy a relaxing manicure or chair massage while your
Little princesses delight in a princess tea party!
Musical games, glamorous updos, glitter tattoos and more…
Princess cookies, fresh fruit and “tea” will be served.
$30 for Mommy, plus one child
$5 for each additional child
RSVP to Debbie at (978) 537-6945
Or email debbie@missemmastea.com
www.missemmastea.com
MOMMY & ME
GLAMOUR PRINCESS TEA
Mia Bella Spa
12 Main Street Leominster
Sunday, February 15th 12:00pm and 1:30pm
Enjoy a relaxing manicure or chair massage while your
Little princesses delight in a princess tea party!
Musical games, glamorous updos, glitter tattoos and more…
Princess cookies, fresh fruit and “tea” will be served.
$30 for Mommy, plus one child
$5 for each additional child
RSVP to Debbie at (978) 537-6945
Or email debbie@missemmastea.com
www.missemmastea.com
Free Hogwarts at Holy Cross on Feb. 21
Just got this cool press release from Holy Cross. Harry Potter lovers, check this out:
Carrie
Science Ambassadors to Host 11th Annual ‘Hogwarts at Holy Cross’
WORCESTER, Mass. — The College of the Holy Cross presents the 11th annual “Hogwarts at Holy Cross” titled “Our World and Beyond” on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 6 – 8 p.m. in the Hogan Campus Center Ballroom. Designed for the children of Worcester, the event will feature hands-on science experiments and a unique and interactive presentation by Holy Cross faculty and students. “Hogwarts at Holy Cross” is free and open to the public.
“Hogwarts is an incredible opportunity for local students to learn about science and for Holy Cross faculty and students to share their excitement for the subject,” explains Elizabeth Morse ’09, co-chair of the Science Ambassadors. “Hogwarts bridges the gaps between many disciplines, from biology to psychology, chemistry to archaeology, so that children can see how important (and fun!) it is when the scientific community works together.”
The event is modeled after the “potions” classes offered at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter series. This annual event is open to the entire Worcester community and includes innovative hands-on science activities for children in pre-K through grade 8, including extracting DNA from strawberries.
This year, Hogwarts will also feature a creative and interdisciplinary presentation from faculty and students from Holy Cross. “The show will progress from demonstrations about the small units of our world—atoms and molecule —all the way up to the fundamental principles of motion, including the physical phenomena that keep our world in orbit,” says Morse.
For the last eight years, the Science Ambassadors, a group of over 60 Holy Cross students, have been working with local children to develop an interest in the sciences. They put on science shows for children of all ages throughout the year, both at community schools and at Holy Cross. Hogwarts is the largest and most popular of the events.
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The College of the Holy Cross (holycross.edu), located in Worcester, Massachusetts, is among the nation's leading liberal arts institutions. A highly selective, four-year, exclusively undergraduate college of 2,800 students, Holy Cross is renowned for offering a rigorous, personalized education in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition. Since its founding in 1843, Holy Cross has made a positive impact in society by graduating students who distinguish themselves as thoughtful leaders in business, professional and civic life.
Carrie
Science Ambassadors to Host 11th Annual ‘Hogwarts at Holy Cross’
WORCESTER, Mass. — The College of the Holy Cross presents the 11th annual “Hogwarts at Holy Cross” titled “Our World and Beyond” on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 6 – 8 p.m. in the Hogan Campus Center Ballroom. Designed for the children of Worcester, the event will feature hands-on science experiments and a unique and interactive presentation by Holy Cross faculty and students. “Hogwarts at Holy Cross” is free and open to the public.
“Hogwarts is an incredible opportunity for local students to learn about science and for Holy Cross faculty and students to share their excitement for the subject,” explains Elizabeth Morse ’09, co-chair of the Science Ambassadors. “Hogwarts bridges the gaps between many disciplines, from biology to psychology, chemistry to archaeology, so that children can see how important (and fun!) it is when the scientific community works together.”
The event is modeled after the “potions” classes offered at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter series. This annual event is open to the entire Worcester community and includes innovative hands-on science activities for children in pre-K through grade 8, including extracting DNA from strawberries.
This year, Hogwarts will also feature a creative and interdisciplinary presentation from faculty and students from Holy Cross. “The show will progress from demonstrations about the small units of our world—atoms and molecule —all the way up to the fundamental principles of motion, including the physical phenomena that keep our world in orbit,” says Morse.
For the last eight years, the Science Ambassadors, a group of over 60 Holy Cross students, have been working with local children to develop an interest in the sciences. They put on science shows for children of all ages throughout the year, both at community schools and at Holy Cross. Hogwarts is the largest and most popular of the events.
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The College of the Holy Cross (holycross.edu), located in Worcester, Massachusetts, is among the nation's leading liberal arts institutions. A highly selective, four-year, exclusively undergraduate college of 2,800 students, Holy Cross is renowned for offering a rigorous, personalized education in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition. Since its founding in 1843, Holy Cross has made a positive impact in society by graduating students who distinguish themselves as thoughtful leaders in business, professional and civic life.
Thursday, April 19, 2007
SCHOOL VACATION PICK: Celebrate Sunny Skies & Earth Day with 1/2 Price Admission at the EcoTarium
In honor of Earth Day, the EcoTarium in Worcester, in conjunction with the Regional Environmental Council of Central Massachusetts and Bay State Parent magazine is offering free admission tomorrow (Friday, April 20) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Adults are $5. Children ages 3-18 and senior citizens are $4.
At the EcoTarium, Explore living things to the things we leave behind!
Meet live bats from around the world with the Organization for Bat Conservation, track trash with kids author Loree Griffin Burns, enjoy hands-on art & science activities, music and more!
Drop by exhibitor tables for ideas on how you can do your part for the planet.
For more information, visit http://www.ecotarium.org/
At the EcoTarium, Explore living things to the things we leave behind!
Meet live bats from around the world with the Organization for Bat Conservation, track trash with kids author Loree Griffin Burns, enjoy hands-on art & science activities, music and more!
Drop by exhibitor tables for ideas on how you can do your part for the planet.
For more information, visit http://www.ecotarium.org/
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
SCHOOL VACATION PICKS: Thursday Ideas
Tomorrow's forecast calls for rain yet, again. That means 5 days in a row with the kids home from school and not able to go outside and play. Looking for indoor adventures?
Below are 5 picks for Thursday, April 19 (Please call to confirm event):
1. Comic Book Workshop at the Hudson Public Library, 3 Washington Street from 3 to 4 p.m. Local comic book artist Paul Ryan will teach kids how a comic is produced, what makes a good story structure, then show you the basics of drawing, perspective and visual storytelling. Pre-registration is suggested at the adult circulation desk by calling 978-568-9645.
Below are 5 picks for Thursday, April 19 (Please call to confirm event):
1. Comic Book Workshop at the Hudson Public Library, 3 Washington Street from 3 to 4 p.m. Local comic book artist Paul Ryan will teach kids how a comic is produced, what makes a good story structure, then show you the basics of drawing, perspective and visual storytelling. Pre-registration is suggested at the adult circulation desk by calling 978-568-9645.
2. Attend a Stevesongs Children's Concert at the Children's Cooperative Nursery School, Hyde Community Center 90 Lincoln St., Newton Highlands at 10a .m. Tickets are $10 at the door.
3. See a Butterflies Slide Show Presentation at the Northborough Free Library, 34 Main St., Northborough at 1 p.m. Presentation on butterflies by Jerry Schneider and then children can do a T-shirt craft.T-shirts can be purchased for $4 or bring your own. Pre-registration is suggested at 508-393-5025.
4. Watch Circus School in session at the Providence Children's Museum, Providence, RI. at 1 & 2 p.m. See the 3-ring show by kids and for kids. Watch amazing juggling feats, balancing acts and performing acrobats. Kids join in the fun and try out tricks for themselves! Admission to the museum is $6.50 per person. Show is free.
5. Have Victorian Tea with Miss Columbia at the Wenham Museum, Main St., Wenham at 2 p.m. Perfect for children ages 4 and up, tea and story hour is with Miss Columbia's owner Elizabeth Horton. She tells tales of her adventures as a young Victorian girl, shares dolls and toys from the museum's collections and reads a story or two from the Around the World with Miss Columbia exhibit. Cost for the event is $6 per person. It is above the museum admission price of $6.50 for adults, $4.40 for children ages 2-16. For more information call 978-468-2377 or visit http://www.wenhammuseum.org/.
Check back tomorrow on this blog for weekend picks (Friday, Saturday & Sunday events). The good news --- the forecasters are predicting a sunny weekend with temperatures in the 60s. Perhaps, spring may finally arrive?
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
SCHOOL VACATION PICKS: Wednesday Ideas
Well, the weather doesn't seem to be improving, so here are 7 INDOOR ideas for things to do with the kids tomorrow (Wednesday, April 18):
* Preschool guided storytime, crafts activities and live animals at the EcoTarium at 222 Harrington Way in Worcester beginning at 10:30 a.m. Kids play and parents relax. Free coffee, cocoa and snacks courtesy of Starbucks. This storyhour is free with Museum admission. Admission is $10 adults, $8 children ages 3-18. For more information visit http://www.ecotarium.org/
* Invention Convention at the Children's Discovery Museums in Acton starting at 10 a.m. Children can design their own invention prototype with recycled materials. Admission is $8 per person. For more information, visit http://www.discoverymuseums.org/.
* Diane Kordas Romper Rhythm and Puppets show at the Hudson Public Library, 3 Washington Street, in Hudson at 2 p.m. The show features Sir George and the Dragon. It is a fun and exciting medieval tale with Diane's trademark humor and audience participation. For more information call 978-568-9645 or visit http://www.hudsonpubliclibrary.com/.
* Fairy Houses, Fairy Moon performance at Providence Children's Museum at Providence, RI at 1 and 2 p.m. Artist Maria Sangiolo combines literature, music, song, and play into an inspiring and imaginative performance for children. Maria's songs enhance "Fairy House" by Tracy Kane, a story of a girl's adventure as she travels to Maine and takes part in the tradition of building fairy houses. Children, ages 3-11, can build their own fairy houses using natural materials, inspiring creativity and imagination. $Admission to the museum is $6.50 per person. For more information, call 401-273-KIDS or visit http://www.childrenmuseum.org/.
* Miniature Kite Building Workshop at the Wenham Museum on main Street in Wenham at 3 p.m. The workshop features Glenn Davison, master kite designer, builder, author and Director of Kites Over New England Kite Club. Admission is $6.50 adults, $4.50 children ages 2-16. Preregistration may be required. Please call, 978-468-2377 or visit http://www.wenhammuseum.org/ for more information.
* Scott Kepnes Family Concert at St. Mark's Episcopal Church at 75 Cold Spring Road in Westford at 10 a.m. A fun, funky folk-rock concert with this favorite storyteller & songwriter for children of all age. The artist encourages audience participation. Tickets at the door are $9. For more information, call 978-692-4544.
* The Stupendous Mr. Magichead performance at Congregation B'nai Shalom at 117 East Main Street in Westorough at 10 a.m. This magic show is appropriate for children ages 3+. All proceeds to benefit the non-profit JFS of Worcester. Tickets at the door are $5 each. For more information, call 508-755-3101.
Check this blog tomorrow for Thursday picks!
* Preschool guided storytime, crafts activities and live animals at the EcoTarium at 222 Harrington Way in Worcester beginning at 10:30 a.m. Kids play and parents relax. Free coffee, cocoa and snacks courtesy of Starbucks. This storyhour is free with Museum admission. Admission is $10 adults, $8 children ages 3-18. For more information visit http://www.ecotarium.org/
* Invention Convention at the Children's Discovery Museums in Acton starting at 10 a.m. Children can design their own invention prototype with recycled materials. Admission is $8 per person. For more information, visit http://www.discoverymuseums.org/.
* Diane Kordas Romper Rhythm and Puppets show at the Hudson Public Library, 3 Washington Street, in Hudson at 2 p.m. The show features Sir George and the Dragon. It is a fun and exciting medieval tale with Diane's trademark humor and audience participation. For more information call 978-568-9645 or visit http://www.hudsonpubliclibrary.com/.
* Fairy Houses, Fairy Moon performance at Providence Children's Museum at Providence, RI at 1 and 2 p.m. Artist Maria Sangiolo combines literature, music, song, and play into an inspiring and imaginative performance for children. Maria's songs enhance "Fairy House" by Tracy Kane, a story of a girl's adventure as she travels to Maine and takes part in the tradition of building fairy houses. Children, ages 3-11, can build their own fairy houses using natural materials, inspiring creativity and imagination. $Admission to the museum is $6.50 per person. For more information, call 401-273-KIDS or visit http://www.childrenmuseum.org/.
* Miniature Kite Building Workshop at the Wenham Museum on main Street in Wenham at 3 p.m. The workshop features Glenn Davison, master kite designer, builder, author and Director of Kites Over New England Kite Club. Admission is $6.50 adults, $4.50 children ages 2-16. Preregistration may be required. Please call, 978-468-2377 or visit http://www.wenhammuseum.org/ for more information.
* Scott Kepnes Family Concert at St. Mark's Episcopal Church at 75 Cold Spring Road in Westford at 10 a.m. A fun, funky folk-rock concert with this favorite storyteller & songwriter for children of all age. The artist encourages audience participation. Tickets at the door are $9. For more information, call 978-692-4544.
* The Stupendous Mr. Magichead performance at Congregation B'nai Shalom at 117 East Main Street in Westorough at 10 a.m. This magic show is appropriate for children ages 3+. All proceeds to benefit the non-profit JFS of Worcester. Tickets at the door are $5 each. For more information, call 508-755-3101.
Check this blog tomorrow for Thursday picks!
Monday, April 16, 2007
SCHOOL VACATION PICK: Tuesday Ideas
Okay, it appears it just won't stop raining this week. So if you have the kids home from school, consider heading to Boston and spending time at the Museum of Fine Arts's Cogan Family Foundation Vacation Week Adventures. The museum has several special activities planned daily plus ongoing activities throughout the week.On Tuesday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Calderwood Courtyard (but most likely indoors at the Lower Rotunda) children can create a nature collage. First families are encouraged to explore the African and Oceanic galleries to see how artists have used natural materials in their artwork; and then learn techniques of collage and then use materials from nature to design a work of art of your own.
Other daily events scheduled:
* Art InterACTions with the Underground Railway Theater: Join the Underground Railway Theater for an interactive performance exploring nature in art. Audience participation is encouraged! The event takes place at the 17th century Dutch Gallery on the second floor at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
* Children’s Story Hour with Laura Ziman Enjoy a variety of children's stories about nature in the African Arts Gallery on the first floor at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
*Clare Walker Leslie Drawing Workshop. Join renowned nature artist Clare Walker Leslie for a drop-in drawing activity sketching objects from nature. Visit http://www.mfa.org/ for more info.
If the museum is not your child's idea of fun & adventure, try these 3 ideas for Tuesday:
1) What's the Buzz? Bee & Butterfly Gardens at the Children's Discovery Museums in Acton at 10 a.m. Find out why bees and butterflies like certain kinds of flowers, and plant your own bee and butterfly starter-garden to take home. Admission is $8 per person. Call 978-264-4200 or visit http://www.discoverymuseums.org/ for more info
2) Cooking with Kevin at Verrill Farm, 11 Wheeler Road in Concord starting at 3 p.m. Chef Kevin Carey teaches a hands-on cooking class featuring a Tex-Mex menu for children in grades one-three. Pre-registration is required. $15 per child. Call 978-369-4494 or visit http://www.verrillfarm.com/ to register. Chef Kevin will offer a cooking class for students in grades 4-6 on Thursday, April 19.
3) Game Day at the National Heritage Museum at 33 Marrett Road in Lexington from noon to 4 p.m. Challenge family and friends to a board game and see other toys and games throughout the Museum. This event is free. For more information visit http://www.nationalheritagemuseum.org/
Check back tomorrow (Tuesday) for picks for Wednesday fun!
Saturday, April 14, 2007
SCHOOL VACATION PICK: Rainy Monday
Since the Marathon will likely be a wash & most of the historic activities have been cancelled, here are three INDOOR picks for Monday:
* Make Your Own Pop-Up Book at the Barnes & Noble in Bellingham at 10:30 a.m. For more information call, 508-966-7600.
* Performance of the Last Dragon on Earth Crabgrass Puppets at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston at 10:30 a.m. Beautiful puppets, creative scenery, and witty dialogue and humor, evoke a timeless story of tolerance and friendship that will delight audiences of all ages. Visit http://www.jfklibrary.com/ for admission prices and more.
* Delve into space at the new Planetarium at the EcoTarium in Worcester from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. After much anticipation, the Alden Digital Planetarium is open with exciting, entertaining and educational lineups of multimedia planetarium shows produced by museums and renowned space centers from around the globe. Admission is $10 adults, children under age 18 $8 and children under age 3, free for more information, visit www. ecotarium.org
Check back Monday for picks for Tuesday.
* Make Your Own Pop-Up Book at the Barnes & Noble in Bellingham at 10:30 a.m. For more information call, 508-966-7600.
* Performance of the Last Dragon on Earth Crabgrass Puppets at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston at 10:30 a.m. Beautiful puppets, creative scenery, and witty dialogue and humor, evoke a timeless story of tolerance and friendship that will delight audiences of all ages. Visit http://www.jfklibrary.com/ for admission prices and more.
* Delve into space at the new Planetarium at the EcoTarium in Worcester from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. After much anticipation, the Alden Digital Planetarium is open with exciting, entertaining and educational lineups of multimedia planetarium shows produced by museums and renowned space centers from around the globe. Admission is $10 adults, children under age 18 $8 and children under age 3, free for more information, visit www. ecotarium.org
Check back Monday for picks for Tuesday.
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