Family Autism Night
Friday, April 11
Children's Museum
in Easton 
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The Museum will be open exclusively to families with children 10 and under on the Autism Spectrum giving them an opportunity to explore the Museums hands-on exhibits in a less overwhelming time. This program is free but pre- registration is required. Call the Museum at (508) 230-3789 to register.  
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Cambridge
Science Festival
Friday, April 18 -
Sunday, April 27
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The Cambridge Science Festival is a 10 day celebration of science, technology, engineering, and math! We have events for:  Families, like our opening day Science Carnival! - Students, like workshops to create your own computer game!- Adults, like Big Ideas for Busy People - a marathon of Big Ideas happening right now!
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Easter Bunny and Egg Dash at the Paragon Carousel in Hull
Saturday, April 19 - Sunday, April 20
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Easter Bunny visits the Paragon Carousel on Saturday and on Sunday we have our Annual Easter Egg Dash. Kids are invited to join us for this fast and fun tradition. Bring your own basket. Egg Dash is free.
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Find more events on our website!

April, 2014
Dear friends,

Ahhhhhh, just two weeks until vacation week!  Freedom from home work, morning schedules and FINALLY some time for plain old relaxation (and hopefully some SUN!!)!

Personally, I know part of my April vacation week will be spent getting my kids set up for SUMMER vacation. Fortunately we live near the beach, so that takes care of PART of our summer, but my kids definitely need a few weeks of camp.  They like outdoor adventures, gymnastics, science, leggos, anything that gets their hands messy or any program their friends are doing...!  That leaves me with a lot of research to do.

If you find yourself in the same situation, you've come to the right place because we have LOTS of summer options below!  No matter the age there is something for everyone.

Need even more ideas?  Check out our 2014 Education, Summer and Camps Supplement!

Wishing you warm and sunny weather! 

 

Carol and Jessica - Publishers
Marni - Advertising   

 

ps:  Interested in sponsoring an upcoming monthly newsletter?  Rates are just $95.  Email us today.


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 Mama's Move :  All New Classes!                      
 
With all new classes, curriculum and instructors,
there is something for you and your little one at
Mamas Move
  
Our expert led children's classes offer sensory stations, motor skill development, parent education and most especially FUN as you and your child explore music, art, and play. 
  
Select from Baby Bliss Yoga, Baby Sign, Musical Movement, Tot Art Sense, Ready-Set-Grow Development Series, Toddler Enrichment and more! 
  
Now registering for our next 8-week session beginning May 5th ! 
Call 781-616-6244 or visit www.mamasmove.com for registration and more info.
 
Mamas Move, Norwell
(781) 616-6244
www.mamasmove.com

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Cape Cod Sea Camps: SUMMER AT THE BEACH!
CCSC is a traditional camp boasting one of the finest sailing programs in a camp setting. 
  
Also, exceptional programs in all other camp activities including Archery, Riflery, Tennis, Arts, Land Sports, Drama, Woodworking, Swimming and more. 

Cape Cod Sea Camps, Brewster MA   508-896-3451
www.capecodseacamps.com
Boston Childrens Theatre: Giving Voice                   

Join the award-winning Boston Children's Theatre on May 7, 2014 for GIVING VOICE, a special benefit evening and auction to support the BCT programs and productions that enrich student's lives- giving students a strong voice the arts. 

 

The event will be held at 6 pm at WGBH Studios, 1 Guest Street, Boston. 

 

The evening features food from Boston's top chefs, entertainment by BCT students and a fabulous live auction. 

 

For tickets or information visit www.bostonchildrenstheatre.org 

  

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The Center For Arts In Natick:

Take The Stage This Summer!  

 

 

The Center For Arts In Natick, 14 Summer Street, Natick

(508) 747-0097

natickarts.org 

 

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Motherhood Redefined!                          


What if not having to go back to work tomorrow was a reality...what would you do?

This business opportunity from the Proactiv doctors can change your skin and change your life!

Contact me to start the conversation today!

 


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 Derby Academy: Pre-K through Grade 8   


 
Derby Academy, a Pre-K through Grade 8, co-educational school located in Hingham,  provides quality educational opportunities, including;
  
-        Several Pre-Kindergarten program options
-        Full day Kindergarten
-        The International Primary Curriculum
-        A 1:1 iPad program in Grades 6-8,
-        Comprehensive arts and athletics for all.
  
Visit us online or cal for more information.
 
Derby Academy, Hingham
(781) 749-0746  x 46
www.derbyacademy.org
[email protected] 
  
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Old Colony YMCA: School Vacation Week 

  

 

Open Community Events for you and your family - all school vacation week long!

 

We'll have a "Staycation" Open House event at each of our branch locations from Monday, April 21st through Friday, April 25th.

 

Please also join us on Saturday, April 26th for YMCA Healthy Kids Day!

 

All of our events are open to the community and free of charge. Get out of the house and join us for fun, fitness, arts & crafts, pool parties, sports & more! Join the Y and we'll waive' the joiner's fee.


CLICK HERE to view our schedule of events and branch locations! We hope to see you there!


Old Colony YMCA
Branch Locations:  Brockton, Easton, East Bridgewater,
Middleboro, Stoughton, and Taunton
www.oldcolonyymca.org

 

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Brookline Music School: Join us this Summer!  

 

Join us this summer for old favorites such as Meet the Instruments!

Music & More, U R a Star!, dance, ensemble and beginners classes or try something new like our Fiddle Fun weekend, Curtain Call musical theater program, Choose your Instrument for those going into 4th and 5th grade band, or a Chamber Music Workshop.    

 

Find out more on our website:  www.bmsmusic.org and be sure to put music into your summer!

  
Brookline Music School
(617) 277-4593
Sacred Heart School Kingston:
Come and See What Sets Us Apart!                     
A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Divine Providence 
  
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 MDG LINKS WE LOVE:  
 1/2 price tickets, fun activities & so much more!
 
   
 Wow! Over 50 events and activities - HALF PRICE! Perfect timing!!
  
Luminocity, Big Apple Circus: March 26 - April 11

 

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
Wheelock Family Theatre, April 18 - May 9
  
The Homework Machine
Boston Children's Theatre, April 20 - 27

 

Disney Junior Live on Tour! Pirate & Princess Adventure
Agganis Arena, May 2 - 5

 

The Magic Soup and Other Stories
Puppet Showplace Theatre, March 27 - 30
 
For a full list of activities for kids, teens and families, ticket prices & more information on the above go to; www.artsboston.org/page/adventure
  
 
Dance It Up:  Offers a Fun Packed Summer!                 
 
Dance It Up!  offers a fun packed Summer!
  
Wee Dance 'N Play & Dance 'N Play� ages 22mos to 4,
Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Irish Step & Acro, ages 4+.   

 

CALLING ALL PRINCESSES!!!!
For our Happily Ever After Camp,ages 3 to 6.
  
Dance It Up! 36 North Main Street, Grafton
(508) 839-1648
  
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MetroWest YMCA: Clearbrook Family Swim Club      


METROWEST YMCA
, CLEARBROOK FAMILY SWIM CLUB
120 Parker Road, Framingham 
  
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Old Colony YMCA:  Summer Camp                   

 
Y CAMPS: KIDS LOVE THE FUN.
PARENTS LOVE THE SUMMER LEARNING

With a range of traditional and specialty camp offerings for youth ages 4-15, Old Colony Y Camps offer the best camp experience for your child this summer!

* Bus Transportation is included
* Extended AM & PM care is offered
* Financial Assistance is available
  
REGISTER EARLY - SAVE BIG!

Purchase 4 weeks of camp and receive 20% off any additional 2-weeks of camp. Pay in full by June 1st; some exclusions apply.
  
Saturday, April 26th Open House - CLICK HERE!

Old Colony YMCA
With camps located in East Bridgewater, Middleboro,
Plymouth, Stoughton, and Canton, we are convenient to you!
www.oldcolonyymca.org/camps
  

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Koltun Ballet Academy                                          

 
Koltun Ballet Academy, 23 Main Street, Watertown
(617) 901-3792
  
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Hanover Mall: Photos with the Easter Bunny!     


 
Hanover Mall, 1775 Washington Street, Hanover  
Roger Williams Park Zoo: Summer ZooCamps!     
Summer ZooCamps:  Campers ages 4-13 enjoy fun days at the Zoo in age appropriate programs. Younger children learn to explore nature while tweens/teens learn to become conservation leaders.
  
Optional after care and prepaid lunch offerings. Details and easy registration on the website.
 
Roger Williams Park Zoo
1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI
(401) 785-3510 ext 358
  
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Bright Horizons: Open House                                   
 
  
Bright Horizons� is the Boston area's leading provider of high-quality early education and preschool. Our programs empower children from infancy on to become confident, successful learners and secure, caring people. We strive to grow young readers, scientists, artists, and explorers who are engaged and curious.

Please stop by any one of our area locations Tuesday, April 22 through Friday, April 25 for our Week-Long Open House event.  
  
Visit www.brighthorizons.com/mdgopenhouse14 for more information. 

Providence Children's Museum:

April School Vacation FUN!     

 

 

From April 18-25, meet bunnies, chicks, goats, lambs and ponies. Build with big blue Imagination Playground blocks. See a show and try activities celebrating Earth Day.  Encounter lizards, snakes and other incredible creatures. And explore Mad Science in a mind-bending interactive show!

 

Providence Children's Museum

(401) 273-5437 (KIDS) 

   
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MDG Craft:  Planning a trip or something fun?
Try a Paper Chain Countdown!

"How many more days till ?"

Whether it is how many days until  school ends, until we can go to the beach or until my birthday, give your child a fun way to count it down with a paper chain that has a link for each day.

 

What you need :
  • construction paper
  • glue or stapler 
  • scissors
What you do: 
  • Make neat and even links by folding construction paper in half. Fold that in half again and then finally in half one more time (your end product should look like that below).  Cut paper along creases making strips for your links.     
  • Take the first strip, make it into a loop and glue or staple the ends (glue stick AND stapler together work best). Take the next strip, place it through the first, and then loop, glue or staple. 

  • Make one link for each day until the big day and make your child in charge of taking one link off each day.    
  • Feeling creative?  Use a variety of colors for your loops or decorate loops with themed designs. 
For templates & illustrations on how to make go to:
Bay Farm Montessori Academy: Summer Program     

 

 

Bay Farm Montessori Academy, Duxbury

(781) 934-7101

www.bfarm.org 

 

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The Children's Workshop:  Is it Summer yet?   

  

Summer will be here soon; don't wait to make your child's summer great!

 

The Children's Workshop summer camp program features field trips, swimming, community projects,  arts and crafts and educational activities. 

 

Summer programs are available for children of all ages, from infants to 12 years old.

 

The Children's Workshop has age appropriate play spaces for each age group, spacious outdoor playgrounds and highly trained staff.  They have developed a summer curriculum that incorporates the right balance of fun, learning and guidance so your child will have the summer they will never forget.

 

Visit our main website for more information and an up to the minute countdown to the first day of summer:

www.childrensworkshop.com/summer-countdown. 

 

Call or email a The Children's Workshop location near you:  

 

Westborough - 6 Bellows Rd., (508) 366-2148

[email protected] 

 

Waltham - 475 Winter St., (781) 466-8640
[email protected]  

 

Norwood - 884 M Washington St., (781) 769-2363
[email protected]  

 

North Attleboro - 444 Kelley Blvd., (508) 643-3458
[email protected] 

 

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My Gym: April Vacation and Summer 3-Hour Fun Days!

 

 

Sign-up for our April and Summer 3-Hour Fun Days!

 

Enrollment is by the day. Fun Days are for kids 3 to 8 years old. Children enjoy our state-of-the-art gym and participate in... 

  • active games
  • tumbling, hanging & balancing
  • sport skills
  • arts and crafts
  • and much more! 

Kids are divided into age-appropriate groups for the majority of the program. We maintain a child-to-teacher ratio of 7-to-1 or better. Our energetic and well-trained teachers make every child shine! 

 

My Gym, Norwell - (781) 659-2611

www.mygym.com/norwell  

 

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My Gym, Kingston - (781) 582-2255  

www.mygym.com/kingston

 

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OLD COLONY YMCA :  Healthy Kids Day!    

 
Join us on YMCA Healthy Kids Day
Free Fun for the Whole Family!
  
Saturday, April 26, 10 am - 1 pm*
  • Games, Activities, & Fitness for All
  • Healthy Refreshments
  • Community Vendors
  • Giveaways & Raffles
  • Pay no joiner's fee when you join the Y!
CLICK HERE for all the details, including times, locations, schedule of events by branch location, and so much more! Don't miss out! 


Old Colony YMCA
Brockton (Saturday, April 19th), Easton, East Bridgewater, Middleboro, Stoughton, Taunton, and Plymouth www.oldcolonyymca.org 

 

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MacMurray Designs:

Children's Art Classes & Workshops   



MacMurray Designs, 648 Washington Street, Hanover

(781) 740-0050

www.MacMurrayDesigns.com 

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Encourage Play:
Supporting and Nourishing Children's Play at Home
 
Play is vital but some kids struggle with figuring out how to play.
  
We provide tools, resources and products to help families whose children have trouble making friends and on play dates.
  
Encourage Play 
  
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MB & H2K : Wellness Weekend - Shop, connect, grow.   
   
WELLNESS WEEKEND! May 17th & 18th
  
H2K and Mama Ballroom are thrilled to bring you this exciting event.
  
Local businesses with inspired products and services, special discounts, VIP party, swag bags, and workshops.
Early bird special if purchased by 4/18!
  
Mama Ballroom, 730 Boston Post Road, Sudbury
www.mamaballroom.com

   

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   MDG WIN! A Family Four-Pack of Tickets!

This month one lucky parent will win a family four-pack of tickets to the Boston Children's Theatre's performance of THE HOMEWORK MACHINE, April 19, 20, 23, 24, 26 or 27.

 

Belch! Yes, Belch! That's the name of the title character in BCT's World Premiere musical production of THE HOMEWORK MACHINE.

 

When four fifth-graders create a machine named 'Belch' to do their homework, what can possibly go wrong? Everything! This unlikely foursome of students- a geek, a class clown, a teacher's pet and a slacker- have a big secret code-named 'Belch' and that secret threatens to take over not only their schoolwork, but their lives! As 'Belch' continues to grow and become more powerful than they ever expected, things can get out of control- and they do.

Check it out at www.bostonchildrenstheatre.org.

 

TO ENTER:  CLICK HERE! 

Or send an email to: [email protected]