Welcome to our library of early childhood and family resources! The parents and staff of Agassiz Preschool have collected these for your interest and new items are constantly added.
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The OPENAIR Circus returns for a five-week series of classes in circus arts for children, teens and adults. Classes begin June 23 and run through July 30, including rehearsals. Performances are July 31, Aug. 1 and Aug. 3.
The Extraterrestrial Circus Experiment, a touring company, will teach many of the classes, including juggling (diabolo, hat manipulation, devil sticks, sphere play), hula-hoops, poi, acrobalance, and unicycling. Other popular classes include stilting, stage combat, mime, clowning, tumbling, balance beam, tumbling for two, and commedia dell’arte.
One-hour classes will be held Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at Nunziato Field at the corner of Vinal Avenue and Summer Street; Wednesdays at Foss Park; and Thursdays at Nathan Tufts Park at Powder House Square.
The registration fee of $20 per person or $30 per family, allows you to take as many classes as you like at no extra charge. Register at www.openaircircus.org or in person Tuesday, June 9, at SCAT, 90 Union Square; or Thursday, June 11, in Ten Hills Park in Davis Square.
For more information, visit www.openaircircus.org, call 617-947-1191, or email peter_jehlen@openaircircus.org.
Come for a hooting and howling good time out and about at Green Briar by the light of the full moon. Look and listen for signs of animals and hear some great stories about the moon and night animals.
*Night Walks on the Full Moon - Sandwich* Location: 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich, MA, 02537 Phone:508-888-6870 Date: Sunday, June 7, 2009 Hours: 7:00pm In/Outdoor: Outdoor Cost: Members: Adult $4, Child $2 Family Maximum 12; Non-members: Adult $5, Child $3 Family Maximum $16 http://www.thorntonburgess.org/FamilyPrograms.htm
These popular walks are always fun and suitable for families with children ages 4 & up. Advance registration is required.
Come see sheep shearing and spinning demos; then make a craft with real wool to take home.
*Shear Fun Fest at David Farmland - Sterling* Location: Davis Farmland & Water Spray Park, 145 Redstone Hill Road, Sterling, MA Phone:978-422-6666 Date: Saturday, June 6, 2009 - Sunday, June 7, 2009 Hours: Farmland is open 9:30-5:00 in the Spring; weekend events run from 11-3. Ages: Toddlers, Kids In/Outdoor: Outdoor Cost: Please call 978-422-MOOO(6666) for seasonal admission rates. Please visit http://davisfarmland.com/new-site/directions.html for detailed directions.
Come watch Farmer Fred shear our sheep, llamas and alpacas while he 'spins a yarn' about his experiences. See spinning demos and learn how wool goes from the sheep's back to your favorite sweater. Top off your day by creating your own sheep craft using real wool from your Farmland friends! Events run Saturday and Sunday from 11-3.
Summer Fest, to be held on Sunday, June 7, 2009, draws in local families by offering rides, games and challenges, while also showcasing talented local youth in a dance recital, musical theater performance (Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory), science fair and art gallery.
*Summer Fest at Elm Bank - Wellesley* Location: 900 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481 Phone:781-235-3210, ex Date: Sunday, June 7, 2009 Hours: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Ages: Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults In/Outdoor: Outdoor Cost: Free see below
2009 Location and Non-Profit Host This year’s Summer Fest is being held at Elm Bank to help support the Massachusetts Horticultural Society (MHS). MHS, founded in 1829, is dedicated to encouraging the science and practice of horticulture and developing the public’s enjoyment, appreciation and understanding of plants and the environment. MHS has over 8000 members and a beautifully maintained headquarters at the 36-acre Elm Bank Horticulture Center.
Large yard sale- Lots of children's and baby gear, clothes & toys as well as general yard sale items. No early birds please.
*Mothers & More Yard Sale* - Framingham Location: Edgell Road, Framingham, MA, 01701 Date: Saturday, June 6, 2009 Hours: 9:00am-1:00pm All Ages; outdoor event Cost: Free
* Mothers & More is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. The group addresses mothers' needs as individuals and members of society, and promotes the value of all the work mothers do. The Framingham-area Chapter, which serves over 150 mothers from Framingham , Natick , Sudbury , Wayland and surrounding towns, can be found at www.mothersandmoreframingham.com
Rubber Ducky Race - Concord (benefit for Mildam Nursury School and Concord Free Public Library)
(Added: 6/3/09
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More than 1,000 duckies race down the Concord River and compete for prizes. Ducky tickets are $10 each and must be purchased in advance. Proceeds to benefit Mildam Nursury School and Concord Free Public Library.
*Rubber Ducky Race - Concord* Location: 90 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742 map Phone:978-369-6460 Date: Saturday, June 6, 2009 Hours: 3:00pm Ages: Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults In/Outdoor: Outdoor Cost: Free to watch; $10 per duck to race http://www.wickedlocal.com/concord/multimedia/x1655278822/Rubber-ducks-ready-for-annual-competition
Instead of landing in the Concord River by Egg Rock and floating down to the Lowell Road Boat Launch, the rubber ducks will take a dip in the chlorinated waters of the Concord Recreation Department’s pool at Emerson Playground.
“It’s definitely going to be a different event this year,” said Tracey Marano, president of Milldam Nursery School. “We are literally going to put close to 2,000 ducks into the pool. It’s not going to be as much of a race as it will be a duck pluck. All the ducks will be in the pool and we’ll pull them out one-by-one.”
Proceeds to benefit Mildam Nursury School and Minuteman Arc Early Intervention Program.
On the shores of the Horn Pond, cast a line, learn about fish in our waters, safety, ethics, and fishing equipment.. MassWildlife Angler Education Instructors will be on hand to assist angler
*Horn Pond Family Fishing Festival - Woburn* Location: Lake Street & Arlington Road, Woburn, MA, 02228 Phone:(508) 389-6309 Date: Sunday, June 7, 2009 Hours: 9:00 am- 1:00pm In/Outdoor: Outdoor Cost: Free Contact Jim Lagacy, Program Coordinator for more details at (508) 389-6309 or jim.lagacy@state.ma.us. http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/education/aep/aep_calendar.htm
If you have fishing equipment, bring it along. A limited quantity of fishing equipment and bait will be available.
The Massachusetts Angler Education Program is participating in this event in cooperation with the Woburn Elks.
Kick off next summer with park festivities and explore possibilities for outdoor recreation! Try out adaptive bikes and hiking equipment. Get your face painted, listen to a DJ, visit with friends and look around. Go on a treasure hunt for letterboxes and geocaches.
*DCR Universal Access Summer Recreation Fair* Location: Artesani Park & Wading Pool, 1255 Soldiers Field Rd, Brighton, MA Artesani Park is on Soldiers Field Road in Brighton Phone:(617) 626-4973 Date: Saturday, June 6, 2009 Hours: 10AM – 3PM In/Outdoor: Outdoor Cost: Free Pre-register by calling 617-626-1294. Information on where to purchase bikes included. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments provided.
Sign up for a wide array of summer opportunities, such as kayaking, sailing and hiking in the Boston area and beyond. Cool off in the spray pool. At DCR’s Artesani Park on Soldiers Field in Brighton
Take a friend or family member fishing -- you won't need a fishing license in freshwater for these two days. Saturday, Jun 6, 2009 - Sunday, Jun 7, 2009
*Massachusetts Free Fishing Weekend* Location: Other Boston Area Date: Saturday, June 6, 2009 - Sunday, June 7, 2009 All Ages; Outdoor events Cost: Free Contact Jim Lagacy, Program Coordinator for more details at (508) 389-6309 or jim.lagacy@state.ma.us. website: http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/education/aep/aep_calendar.htm
Take a friend or family member fishing--you won't need a fishing license in freshwater for these two days! All other fishing regulations apply.
A fishing license is a valuable investment in your state, supporting fisheries research, fish stocking programs, angler education, land and water protection and many other services provided by MassWildlife. Unlike most other state agencies, the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife does not receive general tax fund revenues
'See New England Festival - Boston City Hall Plaza'
(Added: 6/3/09
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Knowing that a challenging economy is forcing many to rethink their vacation plans, WROR 105.7 FM will host the first-ever See New England Festival on Saturday, June 6, 2009 on City Hall Plaza. This unique event will enable families to see all that New England has to offer in a fun, interactive setting perfect for the entire family.
From lobsters in Maine to the beaches of Cape Cod, See New England will feature exhibitors from local attractions, destinations, restaurants, theme parks, cruise lines, and much more. In addition to learning about everything New England has to offer, festival-goers will be able to book trips and purchase tickets to local attractions onsite at the Festival.
*See New England Festival* Location: Boston City Hall, One City Hall Square, Boston, MA, 02201 Date: Saturday, June 6, 2009 Hours: 10am-5pm All Ages; Outdoor event Cost: Free
The Festival is accessible via public transportation. Take the MBTA Green Line to the Government Center stop. For more details, visit the MBTA website at www.mbta.com
Featured exhibitors at the inaugural See New England Festival include Six Flags New England, Santa’s Village, Kimball Farms, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Attractions Group, Bay State Cruise Lines, Maine Beaches, Massachusetts Office of Tourism and Travel and much more.
