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Welcome to our Summer Guide 2014! We stuffed the following pages with information on hundreds of places in Massachusetts to discover with your family this summer — arts, music, theater, beaches, pools, museums, sports, fairs, fireworks, farmers markets, ice cream stands and more. Tuck this issue in the front seat of the car for the next few months or set it out on the kitchen table and ask the kids to pick out some of their favorite things to do. Make plans to try something new, savor the sunshine and enjoy your time together. In addition to the listings we have in these pages, we have summer fun ideas overflowing on baystateparent.com. Stop by daily to browse the new calendar listings

and to add to our growing list of places to go. Tell us about your favorite ice cream stands, trails, museums or libraries! Together, we can make this a summer of memories for all ages. To give your wallet a summer vacation, we have details on the sixth annual Free Fun Fridays program from the Highland Street Foundation. This nonprofit organization is literally opening cultural doors to everyone this summer by funding free admission to 66 top Massachusetts destinations. Each Friday from June 27 through August 29, the group offers free admission to a handful of attractions. The program is part of the foundation’s commitment to providing public access the arts. For example, on June 27, some spots offering free admission include the Franklin Park Zoo, Worcester Art Museum, Tanglewood, The Sports Museum and MIT Museum. Later in the summer, find free entry to the Museum of Fine Arts, Battleship Cove, The Discovery Museums, Plimoth Plantation, Boston

Children’s Museum, and more. The complete list with dates can be found in Families Save Big with “Free Fun Fridays” on page 52. Look, too, for stories on the Puppet Showplace Theatre in Brookline (page 26) — celebrating its 40th anniversary! — Worcester’s new baseball team (page 56), and annual family favorites the Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival (page 42) and Boston’s 4th of July Harborfest (page 24). And we’re just getting started! There is plenty more in our June edition of baystateparent. Finally, I would be remiss if I didn’t take a minute to say, “Hey, a big shout out to Dads!” It’s Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15! Hug Dad a little longer than usual, remind him why he is important, ask him to tell you a secret about his childhood, and snap a selfie with him. To yours and mine and all, a very Happy Father’s Day! Warmly,

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Keith Regan is a freelance journalist and writer from Hopkinton who is also, as of Summer 2014, the parent of two teenagers. His recent visit to the Puppet Showplace Theater reminded him of the power of the youngest imaginations and the undeniable appeal of a puppet-filled world where anything is possible. Read his article Puppet Showplace Marks 40 Years on page 26.

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Sleep Matters for New Moms, and journalist Maureen Turner explains why in her piece on page 10. Maureen is a senior writer at the Valley Advocate and has worked as a freelance writer for a range of national and regional publications. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She lives in Northampton with her family.

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While Westley’s experience was extreme, sleep deprivation is a seri-ous and potentially dangerous prob-lem for all new mothers. In their first months, babies need almost constant care.

“This may feel obvious, but I don’t feel it’s widely recognized. Because of their tiny size, newborn babies need to be fed around the clock,” noted Beth Grams Haxby, a Northampton parenting consultant who specializes in sleep issues for both children and parents. And because their brains still lack mature sleep rhythms, “they are not attuned to day and night. … This is the biological reality for ba-bies, and here are these moms who need to take of them so, of course, it means sleep deprivation.”

A chronic lack of sleep can cause significant problems, making one

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“Some of us manage it better, but sleep deprivation is always difficult,” said Liz Friedman, program director at the Hadley-based advocacy group MotherWoman.

Relatives and healthcare profes-sionals should be on the lookout for signs that a new mom is having an especially hard time due to lack of sleep. These can include severe anxiety, depression, uncontrollable crying, memory gaps, and feelings of being overwhelmed, Friedman said. Not sleeping for 24 to 48 hours during

those early days, she said, is linked to serious postpartum issues, including obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxi-ety, depression, and —in some cases —postpartum psychosis, which can lead to suicide or infanticide.

“If mom has not slept at all, even when baby is sleeping, for over 24 hours, then you’ve got a major red flag,” Friedman said. The mom should see her healthcare provider, who can perform an assessment and recommend a crisis-management plan. “Sleep is the first line of care for mothers when they’re having a diffi-cult time,” Friedman said. “[It] allows her to regulate and recover and heal and find her stability again.”

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“This is a period when women need support and need to recover. We don’t supply that,” Friedman said.

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them that for the first three months, “moms need to sleep when the ba-bies are sleeping, and moms need a lot of help.”

Haxby advises families to begin helping their babies develop good sleep habits early. With newborns, this means recognizing that the baby needs to sleep every one-and-a-half to two hours. “Overtired ba-bies are really hard to soothe, so that is going to start a cycle of a cry-ing baby and Mom feeling helpless because she can’t soothe the baby.” At three or four months, babies be-gin to develop more mature circa-dian rhythms and don’t need to eat as frequently, so they can sleep for longer stretches.

In her work with families, Haxby recommends gentle ways to help the baby sleep for longer periods, such as recognizing that not every cry or whimper means the baby is waking. “We tend to swoop in—‘Oh, get that baby’—and baby doesn’t learn to fall back asleep when they’re half aroused,” she said.

For Lisa Mahon of Easthamp-ton, who had her first child, Ad-die, last year, lack of sleep has “definitely been one of the hardest parts” of parenting. “There’s so much [known] about the detrimen-tal effects of sleep deprivation for adults, but it’s an accepted part of parenthood,” said Mahon, who wor-ried about how her fatigue would af-fect everything from her driving to her performance at work.

Over time, Mahon and her hus-band developed strategies, from his feeding Addie bottled breastmilk so Mahon could sleep at night to taking turns sleeping in a separate room, out of earshot of the baby. They’ve also been working with Haxby, who assisted them in finding

strategies to help Addie sleep for longer stretches and develop more predictable sleep patterns.

In addition, Mahon found sup-port in a new-moms group. “Just getting myself there was hard in the beginning,” she recalled. But once there, she found she was not alone in her struggles. “Other moms would just break down crying—‘I couldn’t sleep for more than an hour last night.’ There’s a spectrum, but we’re all dealing with this. It’s reassuring to know other parents are struggling and your situation is not unique.”

For Westley, things improved after she and her husband were forced to reconsider the toll taken by her struggles with breastfeed-ing. “We realized that what we were doing was not okay,” she said. They began supplementing with formula, and Westley’s mother came to stay with the new family and “took over night duty,” she said. “My mom was able to be like: ‘This is what you need to do. This is not working. I’m here. You go lay down.’ I needed someone else to take control of the situation. … I needed to be moth-ered.”

That’s a lesson that Westley is keeping in mind as she prepares for the birth of her second child this fall. While she still has worries, she also has the hard-won knowledge gained from her son’s early days. She and her husband are already thinking about nursing and sleep strategies, she said, and she’s pre-pared to let go of some of the un-realistic expectations she had for herself the first time around.

“I understand now how impor-tant it is to take care of myself,” she said. “I really didn’t have that un-derstanding the first time.”

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By digging in rich soil in North Grafton, there is an opportunity for your children to learn about sustainable farming, and most im-portantly, to be a part of the fight against hunger. Here, the Commu-nity Harvest Project brings togeth-er thousands of volunteers, includ-ing families, to grow vast amounts of nutritious fruits and vegetables. Their entire crop is donated to hunger relief agencies throughout Worcester County, mostly through the Worcester Food Bank. The Community Harvest Project offers several unique opportunities for families to participate, including farming, a camp program, creative fundraising opportunities, and spe-cial events. “Sometimes it’s hard to find a place to volunteer where you can bring your kids of all ages… If you want to teach your kids a place to give back to the community, this is a place to do it,” commented Kristin Bafaro, executive director of the non-profit. One mom said, “(This is) the only place that I know of where we can just drop in to volunteer during the summer or on weekends. My kids have a great time getting their hands dirty, and they learn so much

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3. Attend Summer on the Farm camps. For the second year, the Commu-nity Harvest Project is offering a one-week camp for children who are entering 4th, 5th, and 6th grade (ages 9 to 12). Camps are sched-uled to take place July 14 through 18 and again on August 18 through 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Days will feature daily harvesting, Veggie Tag, Farm Olympics, a storyteller, learning about nutrition, cooking, and art

projects. Volunteer educators will lead workshops on topics such as beekeeping and weeds. The fee is $200 for the week

4. Donate to Dimes for Dinners.Making lemonade out of lemons, a volunteer realized that dimes fit perfectly into a large quantity of donated plastic tubes. The goal of Dimes for Dinners is to collect 5,000 tubes filled with 70 dimes each, which will fund 100,000 serv-ings of fruits or vegetables. Each tube comes with bean seeds and instructions for growing them in-doors or outdoors. This fundrais-ing project has been a big hit with schools, Scouts, and families. Why not search through that cookie jar in your kitchen, or collect dimes at a lemonade stand? You can pick up tubes at the Brigham Hill Com-munity Barn or request a mailing of larger quantities.

5. Adopt a row of plants.Create an immediate connection for your family with a row or a por-tion of a row of plants. Watch them grow and understand firsthand how these plants make a difference in the fight against hunger. Dona-

tions start at $50 for 10 plants, and increase to $500 for a row. The Community Harvest Project also offers a school-based nutrition program called Sprouting Minds. Interested schools can get informa-tion by contacting Tori or Alicia. In the fall, the organization is of-fering two community events. Food Day is a family program scheduled

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Dishin’ with the Dietitian

Can you please explain the pros and cons of the sports drinks? My son is 13-years-old and prefers bottled sports drinks (and juice boxes!) to water bot-tles. We debate whether or not the sports drinks do him any good after he plays sports or swims out-side all day.

— Susan, Worcester

A: Bravo for helping your son “think his drink” at an ear-ly age. Believe it or not, the con-versation you are having will, in the end, teach the lesson you are hoping to accomplish — he will begin to be more aware of his beverage choices.

The choice of sports drinks ver-sus water is a common conun-drum for parents of teens. Their sweet flavor and large portion sizes make sports drinks a pop-ular choice for teens to quench their thirst. Left unchecked, regular consumption of sugary drinks can make it fairly easy to overshoot the recommended

Your No-Sweat Guide to SPORTS DRINKS

AND WATERBY CARRIE TAYLOR, RDN, LDN

daily limit of added sugars set by the American Heart Associa-tion of 5 to 8 teaspoons for teens. For example, a 32-ounce bottle of a standard sugar-sweetened sports drink provides a total of four, 8-ounce servings. With each serving contributing 14 grams sugar, an entire bottle offers 56 grams, 14 teaspoons or almost one cup sugar. In the end, the answer to the water versus sports drink de-bate depends on a few factors:

#1- How long is the bout of exer-cise? For workouts less than an hour, water is typically the way to go. For those greater than 60 minutes, a sports drink may be warranted.

#2- How intense is the activity? The greater the intensity, the greater the need to replenish essential mineral electrolytes and carbohydrates — which can be accomplished with food or sports drinks.

#3- How hot or humid is the en-vironment? Hot temperatures and high humidity contribute to greater fluid loss through sweating. To keep electrolytes in check during prolonged exer-

cise, a sports drink may be war-ranted.

#4- How salty is your sweat? If you taste salt on your skin or see white lines of salt residue on clothing after working out, you may be prone to losing so-dium through sweat. Therefore, replacing sodium by way of food and beverages before, dur-ing and after a long workout is a must. How does this all add up? Un-less an individual is working at a high intensity for an extended period of time (eg: training and competing as an athlete) and the weather is unbearably hot and humid, water is typically the best option. Especially when combined with a post-workout snack or meal. Here are a number of ways your son can replenish his nutri-ent loss without sports drinks:

Goal #1: Replenish Water LossWhether he prefers unflavored still or seltzer water or some-thing with a bit of flavor — keep water the main ingredient. For example, there are flavored selt-zer and still waters available with a “hint” of flavor versus an overpowering sweet flavor produced by the use of added sweeteners. Additionally, he can always prepare his own flavored water simply by dropping in a bag of herbal tea into his water bottle.

Goal #2: Replenish Electrolyte LossWhen levels of electrolytes be-come imbalanced, it’s never a good thing. For example, when sodium drops too low in the body, it is called hyponatremia and can lead to confusion, head-ache, nausea, vomiting, seizure, unconsciousness and the risk of a coma. When potassium rises too high, it is called hyperkale-mia and can lead to fatigue, nau-sea, muscle weakness, slowed heart rate and weak pulse.

Granted, both of these condi-tions are the extreme examples of electrolyte imbalance — but they are very real situations that can occur if the proper in-take of water and electrolytes are overlooked.

Your son can easily replace any lost electrolytes by making it a point to eat certain foods after his workout. Sodium-containing items such as bread, sauces, salted nut butters, salty snacks and deli meats are a good start. He can get potassium by eating fruits and vegetables.

Goal #3: Replenish Carbohy-dratesExercise is fueled by sugar. Our muscles pull from the sugar found circulating in our blood at the time of activity and eventu-ally the stored version found in muscle fibers. For this reason, it is essential to replenish this used sugar immediately after exercising (or even during exer-cise if it is of long duration) with carbohydrate-containing foods.

The quickest sources of carbo-hydrates are those found in fruit and added sugars. So grabbing a bunch of grapes and a sugar-sweetened yogurt is a great tast-ing option. Additionally, choices as simple as chocolate milk or a smoothie made by mixing 100% juice with plain yogurt can fit the bill. To learn more about nourish-ing your teen athlete, visit the website for the Sports, Cardio-vascular and Wellness Nutrition practice group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics at www.scandpg.org.

Carrie Taylor is the lead registered dietitian nutritionist for the Living Well Eating Smart

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Eat Fresh! Gardens come alive in the summer and that means fresh produce is available for your family. Here, we have a list of farmers markets and pick-your-own farms in the area — sure ways to engage the entire family into healthful eating. Because businesses come and go and weather can affect retail hours, we strongly encourage you to call or visit the websites before heading to your destination. These are just some of the many places to enjoy the best fresh eating in Massachusetts. To see a more extensive list of Massachusetts Eat Fresh! destinations — and to add to our list — visit baystateparent.com!

Farmers Markets

Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market. 1 Pearl Street, West Acton. Sundays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 15 to October 26. abfarmersmarket.org.

Ashland Farmers Market. 125 Front St., Ashland. Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 14 through October 11. ashlandfarmersmarket.org.

Arlington Farmers Market, Russell Common parking lot, Mystic St., Arlington Center. Wednesdays, 2 to 6:30 p.m. June 11 to October 29. farmersmarketarlington.org.

Beverly Farmers Market. Veterans Memoral Park, Rantoul St. and Railroad Aves, Beverly. Mondays, 3 to 7 p.m. Opens for season on June 16. beverlyfarmersmarket.org.

Billerica Farmers Market. Council on Aging, 25 Concord Rd., Billerica. Mondays, 3 to 7 p.m., June 23 to October 6. billericafarmersmarket.org

Boston Copley Square Farmers Market. Along St. James Ave., Dartmouth Street and Boylston Street, Boston. Tuesdays and Fridays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., May 13 to November 25. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Brockton Fairgrounds Farmers Market. Brockton Fairgrounds. Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon, July 12 to October 25. farmfresh.org.

Brookline Farmers Market, Inc. Coolidge Corner, Centre Street West Parking Lot off Beacon Street, Brookline. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. to dusk, June 19 through October 30. brooklinefarmersmarket.com.

Cambridge/Central Square Farmers Market. Parking lot, Bishop Allen Drive at Norfolk Street, Cambridge. Mondays, noon to

6 p.m. Open May 19 to November 24. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Cambridge/Harvard University Famers Market. Science Center Plaza, Cambridge. Tuesdays, noon to 6 p.m., June 10 to October 28. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Cambridge Center Farmers Market. Main Street near Kendall/MIT MBTA Station. Wednesdays, 11 a.m to 6 p.m., May 14 to October 29. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Cambridgeport Farmers Market. Morse School parking lot. Magazine Street at Memorial Drive, Cambridge. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 7 to October 25. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Cambridge/Charles Square Farmers Market. Charles Hotel Courtyard, 1 Bennett Street in Harvard Square, Cambridge. Fridays, noon to 6 p.m. June 6 to November 21. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Cambridge/Charles Square Farmers Market. Charles Hotel Courtyard, 1 Bennett Street in Harvard Square, Cambridge. Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 18 to November 23. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Cambridge/Kendall Square Farmers Market. 500 Kendall Street, Cambridge. Thursdays, June 5 to October 9. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Carver Farmers Market. Shurtleff Park, across from Town Hall, Route 58, 108 Main Street, Carver. Sundays, noon to 4 p.m., June 8 to October 26. carverfarmersmarket.org.

Dartmouth Farmers Market. St. Peters Church Parking Lot. 351 Elm Street, South Dartmouth. Fridays, 1 to 6 p.m., June 6 to September 26. farmfresh.org.

Dedham Farmers Market. On the green at First Church of Dedham, 670 High Street, Dedham. Wednesdays, noon to 6 p.m., June 18 to October 29. dedhamfarmersmarket.org.

Dorchester/Codman Square Farmers Market. Corner of Washington Street and Talbot Ave, Dorchester. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 7 to October 25. farmfresh.org.

Dudley Farmers Market. 119 West Main Street, Dudley. Sundays, June 8 through September 14, 9 a.m. to noon. dudleyfarmersmarket.org.

Easthampton Friday Market. Easthampton Municipal Building Parking Lot, 50 Payson Avenue, Easthampton. Fridays, 2 to 6 p.m. May 23 to October 24.

Framingham/Village Green Farmers Market. The Centre Green on Edgell Road and Vernon Road, 60 Edgell Road, Framingham. Thursdays, noon to 5:30 p.m. June 5 through October 30. massfarmersmarkets.org.

Franklin Farmers Market. Town Common. Pleasant and Main streets, Franklin. Fridays, noon to 6 p.m. June 6 through October 31. franklinfarmersmarketma.com.

Gardner Farmers Market. Monument Park along Park Street, Gardner. Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 8 through October 30. farmfresh.org.

Hingham Farmers Market. Hingham Bathing Beach Parking Lot, Route 3 A, Hingham. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 3 through November 22. hinghamfarmersmarket.org.

Holden Farmers Market. Damon House Parking lot, Holden. Tuesdays, 3 to 6:30 p.m., May 6 through October 28. farmfresh.org.

Hopkinton Farmers Market. Hopkinton Town Common, 2 Main Street, Hopkinton. Sundays, June 15 through October 19, 1 to 5 p.m. hopkintonfarmersmarket.com.

Lawrence Farmers Markets. The Campagnone North Common, Corner of Jackson and Haverhil Streets, Lawrence, Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., July 9 through October 29. Holy Family Hospital Campus, 70 East St., Methuen, Fridays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 11 to October 24. 216 Lawrence Street, corner of Park and Lawrence Streets, Lawrence. Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 12 to October 25. groundworklawrence.org.

Leicester Farmers Market. Castle Restaurant parking lot, 1230 Main Street, Leicester. Wednesdays 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 1 through October 31.

Lexington Farmers Market. Corner of Mass Ave and Woburn and Fletcher Ave, Lexington. 2 to 6:30p.m., Tuesdays, May 27 through November 18. lexingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Marblehead Farmers Market. Marblehead Veterans Middle School, Rear field off Vine Street, Marblehead. Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon. May 31 to November 22. marbleheadfm.com.

MassDOT’s Farmers Market. All 18 state service plazas on I-90, plus Lee (east/west), Blandford (east/west), Ludlow (east/west), Charlton (east/west), Westboro (west), Framingham (west) and Natick (east); Interstate 95 in Newton,

Lexington; Route 128 in Beverly; Route 24 locations (north/south ) in Bridgewater; Route 3 in Plymouth and Route 6 in Barnstable. blog.mass.gov.

Maynard Community Farmers Market. Mill Pond parking lot, Clock Tower Place, Main Street, Maynard. Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 28 through October 4, with the exception of September 27. web.maynard.ma.us/civic/farmers.

Medfield Farmers Market. First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 26 North Street, Medfield. Thursdays, 2 to 6:30 p.m. June 5 to September 25. firstparishmedfield.org.

Melrose/Sally Frank’s Farmers Market. Bowden Park, West Emerson Street, Melrose. Thursdays, 1 to 7 p.m. June 12 to October 30. melrosefarmersmarket.wordpress.com.

Newburyport Farmers Market. Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Tannery Marketplace. 50 Water Street, Newburyport. thenewburyportfarmersmarket.org.

Newton Elm Street Farmers Market. Elm Street from Border Street to Washington Street, Newton. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 5 to October 25. farmfresh.org.

Newton/ Cold Spring Park Farmers Market. Cold Spring Park, 1200 Beacon Street, Newton. Tuesdays, 1:30 to 6 p.m. July 1 through October 28. farmfresh.org.

North Attleboro/ Attleboro Farms Year Round Farmers Market. Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. Attleboro Farms, 491 Hickory Road, Rt. 120, North Attleboro. attleborofarms.com.

Salem Farmers Market. Derby Square on Front Street, Salem. Thursdays, 3 to 7 p.m. June 12 through October 23. salemfarmersmarket.org.

Somerville/ Union Square Farmers Market. Union Square Plaza where Prospect Street, Washington Street and Somerville Ave meet. Somerville. Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 17 through November 22. unionsquaremain.org.

Sterling Farmers Market. Butterick Municipal Building, 1 Park Street, Route 12, Sterling Common. Fridays, 3 to 6:30 p.m. May 16 to October 31.

Stoughton Farmers Market. Downtown Stoughton Center, 790 Washington Street, Stoughton. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 14 through October 25. stoughtonfarmersmarket.org.


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Wakefield Farmers Market. Hall Park, North Avenue, lakeside, Wakefield. Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 21 to October 18. wakefieldfarmersmarket.com.

Waltham Farmers Market. Arthur J. Clark Government Building, Government Center, 119 School Street, Waltham. Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 14 to November 8. walthamfarmersmarket.org.

Watertown Farmers Market at Arsenal on the Charles. Arsenal on the Charles, Thornton Avenue, Watertown. Thursdays, 3 to 7 p.m. June 5 through October 30. watertownmarket.com.

West Brookfield Farmers Market. Junction of Rt. 37 and Rt. 9, West Brookfield. Wednesdays, 3 to 6 p.m. June 4 to October 15.

West Roxbury/Corey Street Farmers Market. 120 Corey Street, West Roxbury. Sundays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 22 to October 26. bostonfarmersmarkets.org.

Westminster Farmers Market. Town Common, Academy Hill Road, Westminster. Fridays, 3 to 6:30 p.m. May 2 through October 31. westminstermafarmersmarket.com.

Wilmington Farmers Market. Swain Green across from Town Common,

140 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington. Sundays, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. June 15 through October 12. wilmingtonfarmersmarket.com.

Woburn Farmers Market. Spence Farm, 41 Wyman Street, Woburn. Every other Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. June 22 to October 19. woburnfarmersmarket.com.

Worcester Arts & Market. Trinity Lutheran Church, 78 Lancaster St., Worcester. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., July 11 to September 20. worcesterart.org.

Worcester/Main South Farmers Market. Fuller Family Park, 104 Murray Ave, Worcester. Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 14 through November 1. recworcester.org.

Worcester/ Canal District Farmers Market. 138 Green St., Worcester. Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays, 4 to 7 p.m. canaldistrictfarmersmarket.com.

Pick-Your-Own FarmsInformation provided by Mass.gov. Because businesses, business practices and picking seasons can and do change, we advise that you call the farms or visit the websites before you go to ask about current pick-your-own conditions.

Applefield Farm. 722 Great Rd., Stow. Produce farm. 978-897-2699. applefieldfarm.com.

Appleton Farms. 219 County Rd., Ipswich. CSA offers fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs. 978-356-5728. thetrustees.org.

Autumn Hills Orchards. 495 Chicopee Row, Groton. Pick-your-own in fall includes apples, peaches, pears, plums. 978-448-8388. autumnhillsorchard.com.

Back Acres Farms. 194 South Main St., Middleborough. Pumpkins. 508-947-6789. backacrefarms.com.

Barker’s Farmstand. 1267 Osgood St., North Andover. Apples, strawberries. 978-683-0785. farmfresh.org.

Belkin Family Lookout Farm. 89 Pleasant St., Natick. Peaches, apples, plums, nectarines, pumpkins. 508-651-1539. lookoutfarm.com.

Berlin Orchards. 310 Sawyer Hill Rd., Berlin. Apples. 978-838-2400. berlinorchards.com.

Billingsgate Farm. 6 County Rd., Plympton. Blueberries, pumpkins, raspberries, strawberries. 781-293-6144. billingsgatefarm.com.

Bagastow Farm. 245 Ridge St.,

Millis. Blueberries. 508-376-1014. farmfresh.org.

Boston Hill Farm. 1370 Turnpike St., North Andover. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, pumpkins, apples. 978-681-8556. bostonhillfarm.com.

Breezy Gardens. 1872 West Main St., Leicester. Pumpkins. 508-892-9201. breezygardens.com.

Brookfield Orchards. 12 Lincoln Rd., North Brookfield. Apples. 508-867-6858. brookfieldorchardsonline.com.

Brooksby Farm. 38 Felton St., Peabody. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, apples. 978-531-7456. brooksbyfarm.org.

C.N. Smith Farm, Inc. 325 South St., East Bridgewater. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, apples, pumpkins. 508-378-2270. cnsmithfarminc.com.

Carlson Orchards Inc. 115 Oak Hill Rd., Harvard. Apples, peaches, nectarines, raspberries, blueberries, pumpkins. 978-456-3916. carlsonorchards.com.

Carver Hill Orchard. 101 Brookside Ave., Stow. Apples, peaches, pumpkins, blueberries, tomatoes,

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Charlton Orchards. 44 Old Worcester Road, Charlton. Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, peaches, pears, apples. 508-248-7820. charltonorchard.com.

Clearview Farm. 4 Kendall Hill Rd., Sterling. Apples, peaches, blueberries, pumpkins, raspberries. 978-422-6442. clearviewfarmstand.com.

Connors Farm. 30 Valley Rd., Danvers. Peaches, pumpkins, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries. 978-777-1245. connorsfarm.com.

Derby Ridge Farms. 438 Great Rd., Stow. Apples. 978-897-7507. farmfresh.org.

Derrick Farms. 301 Sanders Rd., Oakham. Blueberries. 508-882-5591. farmfresh.org.

Devol Farm. 315 Sodom Rd., Westport. Blueberries. 508-636-2210. farmfresh.org.

Doe Orchards. 327 Ayer Rd., Harvard. Apples, blueberries, raspberries. 978-772-4139. doeorchards.com.

Douglas Orchard. 36 Locust St., Douglas. Apples, blueberries, raspberries. 508-476-2198. farmfresh.org.

Dowse Orchards. 98 North Main St., Sherborn. Apples. 508-653-2639. dowseorchards.com.

Drew Farm Country Store. 31 Tadmuck Rd., Westford. Apples, pumpkins. 978-807-0719. drewfarm.com.

Dufort Farms. 55 Reservoir Ave., Rehoboth. Blueberries. 508-252-6323. dufortfarms.com.

Fairmount Fruit Farm. 887 Lincoln St., Franklin. Apples, strawberries. 508-533-8737. fairmountfruit.com.

Fay Farm. Amesbury Line Rd., Haverhill. Apples. 978-373-4874. farmfresh.org.

Four Town Farm. 90 George St., Seekonk. Strawberries, fava beans, English peas, raspberries, pumpkins. 508-336-5587. fourtownfarm.com.

George Hill Orchards. 582 George Hill Rd., Lancaster. Apples, blueberries, peaches, pumpkins. 800-699-4331. yourfavoritefarm.com.

Gianetti’s U-Pick Blueberries. 557 Union St., Franklin. Blueberries. 508-528-9430. farmfresh.org.

Hanson Farm. 20 Nixon Rd., Framingham. Pumpkins. 508-877-1658. hansonfarm.50webs.com.

Hawk Hill Orchards. 83 Carleton Rd., Millbury. Apples, peaches, plums. 508-865-4037.

Hazel U-Pick. 13 Westcott Rd., Harvard. Apples. 978-456-9092.

Highland Farm. 635 Highland St., Holliston. Apples. 978-456-9092. highlandfarmorchard.net.

Hill Orchard. 2 Hunt Rd., Westford. Apples. 978-692-9894. westfordhillorchard.com.

Hillbrook Orchards. 141 Old Ayer Rd., Groton. Apples. 978-448-3248.

Honey Pot Hill Orchard. 144 Sudbury Rd., Stow. Apples. 978-562-5666. honeypothill.com.

Honeybee Orchards. 107 East Main St., West Brookfield. Apples. 508-867-9900.

Hyland Orchard & Brewery. 195 Arnold Road, Sturbridge. Apples. 508-347-7500.

Jane and Paul’s Farm. 33 Fruit Street, Norfolk. Strawberries, blueberries, pumpkins, apples. 508-528-0812.

Keith’s Farm. 1149 Main Street, Acushnet. Strawberries, raspberries, apples, pumpkins. 508-763-2622. keithsfarm.com.

Keown Orchards. 9 McClellan Road, Sutton. Apples. 508-865-6706. keownorchards.com.

Kimball Fruit Farm. 184 Hollis Street, Pepperell. Strawberries, raspberries, apples. 978-433-9751. kimballfruitfarm.com.

Lanni Orchards. 294 Chase Road, Lunenburg. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, apples. 978 582-6246. lanniorchards.com.

Lawndale Farm. 91 Frost Road, Tyngsborough. Pumpkins. 978 649-7629. lawndalefarm.com.

Leonhard & Eldred Farm. 1000 Dale Street, North Andover. Strawberries, raspberries. 978-683-1158.

Long Hill Orchard. 520 Main Street, Route 113, West Newbury. Apples, strawberries, fruit, pumpkins. 978-363-2170. longhillorchard.com.

Marini Farm. 259 Linebrook Road, Ipswich. Strawberries. 978 356-3055. marinifarm.com.

McLoon Farms. 370 Thorndike Street, Dunstable. Strawberries, raspberries. 978-649-3656.

Nashoba Valley Winery, Orchard & J’s Restaurant. Apples peaches. 100 Wattaquadoc Hill Road, Bolton. 978-779-5521. nashobawinery.com.

Nourse Farm. 80 Nourse Street, Westborough. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, pumpkins. 508-366-2644. oldenoursefarm.com.

Odd Pine Farm. 122 Ferin Road, Ashburnham. Blueberries. 978-827-6637. oddpinefarm.com.

Parlee Farms. 95 Farwell Road, Tyngsborough. Strawberries, blueberries, cherries, peaches, apples, pumpkins. 978-649-3854. parleefarms.com.

Patenaude Farm. 158 River Street, Dunstable. Pumpkins. 978-649-7116.

Patt’s Blueberries. 577 Gorwin Drive, Holliston, Blueberries. 508-429-6795.

Phil’s Apples. 24 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. Apples. 978-456-3361. philsapples.com.

Pickard Farm. 160 Great Road, Littleton. Pumpkins. 978-486-4141.

Pine Hedge Orchards & The Big Apple. 207 Arnold Street, Wrentham. Blueberries, raspberries, apples. 508-384-3055. thebigapplefarm.com

Ragged Hill Orchard. 94 John Gilbert Road, West Brookfield. Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, peaches, pears, apples. 508-867-2187. raggedhill.com.

Red Apple Farm. 455 Highland Avenue, Phillipston. Peaches, pears, pumpkins, blueberries, raspberries, potatoes. 978-249-6763. redapplefarm.com.

Rogers Spring Hill Garden and Farm Center, Inc. 1269 Boston Road, Haverhill. Strawberries, apples, pumpkins. 978-372-4780. rogersspringhill.com.

Rota - Spring Farm. Chace Hill Road, Sterling. Pumpkins. 978-365-9710. rotaspringfarm.com.

Russell Orchards & Winery. 143 Argilla Road, Ipswich. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, blackberries, currants, apples. 978-356-5366. russellorchards.com.

Schartner Farm. 211 West Berlin Road, Bolton. Apples,


pumpkins.978-779-5588. schartnerfarm.com.

Shelburne Farm. 106 West Acton Road, Stow. Apples, peaches, pumpkins. 978-897-9287. shelburnefarm.com.

Sholan Farms. 1125 Pleasant St., Leominster. Apples, pumpkins. 978-840-3276. sholanfarms.com.

Silvermine Farm. 96 Eight Lots Road, Sutton. Strawberries, pumpkins, rhubarb, winter squash. 508-865-5335. silverminefarm.com.

Small Farm. 184 Gleasondale Rd. Rt. 62, Stow. Vegetables. 978-897-5996. small-farm.org.

Smolak Farms. 315 South Bradford Street, North Andover. Strawberries, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, plums, apples, pumpkins, squash, heirloomtomatoes. 978-682-6332. smolakfarms.com.

Spring Rain Farm. 692 Caswell Street, East Taunton. Strawberries. 508-824-3393. springrainfarm.net.

Stowe Farm Orchards. 15 Stowe Road, Millbury. Apples, pumpkins. 508-865-9860. stowefarm.com.

Sunburst Blueberry Farm. 44 Rawson St, Uxbridge. Blueberries 508-234-9859. sunburstblueberryfarm.com.

Sunshine Farm. 41 Kendall Avenue, Sherborn. Strawberries, raspberries, pumpkins. 508-655-5022. sunshinefarmma.com.

Tangerini’s Spring Street Farm. 139 Spring Street, Millis. Variety of fruits, vegetables. 508-376-5024. tangerinisfarm.com.

The Blueberry Farm. 698 West Washington Street, Hanson. Blueberries. 781-447-1584.

Tougas Family Farm. 234 Ball Street, Northborough. Blueberries, peaches, blackberries, strawberries, cherries, apples, pumpkins. 508-393-6406. tougasfarm.com.

Turkey Hill Farm. 380 Middle Road, Haverhill. Blueberries, raspberries. 978-372-9474. turkeyhillfarm.com.

Vandervalk Tree Farm. 25 Lovell Street, Mendon. Blueberries. 508-478-8733. vandervalkfarm.com.

Ward’s Berry Farm. 614 South Main Street, Sharon. Strawberries, blueberries, pumpkins. 781-784-3600. wardsberryfarm.com

Westward Orchards Farm Store. Massachusetts Ave. Rt. 111, Harvard. Blueberries, apples. 978-456-8363. westwardorchards.com.

Wildwood Farm. 50 Woods Road, Westminster. Pumpkins. 978-827-4551. wildwoodfarm.net.

Wojcik Farm. 65 Milk Street, Blackstone. 508 883-9220. Apples, pumpkins. wojcikfarm.com.

Wright-Locke Farm. 78 Ridge Street, Winchester. Raspberries. 781-721-7128. wlfarm.org.

Ice Cream Stands

We put the question out to our followers on Facebook, “What is your family’s favorite place to go for ice cream?” And the answers were delicious! Here are some of your favorite spots — and we know there are more! Stop by baystateparent.com and our Facebook page and add your favorites to this list!

Attleboro: Bliss Bros. Dairy, Inc., 711 Park St. 508-222-2884. www.blissdairy.com,

Auburn: Ronnie’s, 871 Southbridge St. 508-832-9068.

Carlisle: Great Brook Dairy Farm, 247 North Rd. 978-371-7083.

Carlisle: Kimball Farm, 343 Bedford Rd. (Rt. 225). 978-369-1910. kimballfarm.com.

Danvers: Cherry Farm Creamery, 210 Conant St. 978-774-0519. www.cherryfarmcreamery.com.

Hubbardston: Calico & Creme, 53 Williamsville Rd., Hubbardston. 978-928-5150. calicoandcreme.com.

Lancaster: Kimball Farm, 1543 Lunenberg Rd. (Rt. 70) 978-534-9800. kimballfarm.com.

Lunenburg: Cherry Hill Ice Cream, 826 Leominster Rd. 978-582-7955. cherryhill-icecream.com.

Marlborough: Trombetta’s Farm, 655 Farm Rd. 508-485-6429. trombettasfarm.com.

Maynard: Erikson’s Ice Cream, 12 Great Rd. 978-897-7622.

Middleton: Richardson’s Ice Cream,156 S Main St. 978-774-5450. richardsonsicecream.com.

Millbury: Christopher’s Homemade Ice Cream, 22 West St. 508-277-8782.

Millis: Black Cow Ice Cream,1397 Main St. 508-376-4884. blackcowicecream.com.

North Grafton: Swirls & Scoops, 68 Worcester St. 508-839-9036

Sharon: Crescent Ridge Dairy, 355 Bay Rd. 781-784-2740. crescentridge.com.

Sterling: Rota Spring Ice Cream, 117 Chace Hill Rd. 978-365-9710. www.rotaspringfarm.com.

Sterling: Sterling Ice Cream Bar, 167 Clinton Rd. 978-422-7742.

West Boylston: Meola’s Wayside Ice Cream, 165 West Boylston St. 508-835-9747.

West Brookfield: Howards Drive In, 121 East Main St. 508-867-6504. howardsdrivein.com.

West Boylston: Pinecroft Dairy & Restaurant, 539 Prospect St. pinecroftdairy.com.

Westborough: Uhlman’s Ice Cream 234 East Main St. 508-366-2411. uhlmansicecream.com.

Westford: Kimball Farm, 400 Littleton Rd. (Rt. 110). 978-486-3891. kimballfarm.com.

Westwood: Bubbling Brook, 1652 High St. 781-762-9860. bubblingbrook.net.

Whitinsville: West End Creamery and Family Farm, 481 Purgatory Rd. 508-234-2022. westendcreamery.com.

Worcester: Gibby’s Famous Ice Cream, 50 Sunderland Rd. 508-753-1095.

Worcester: Madulka’s Ice Cream, 193 Lake Ave. 508-459-2323. madicecream.com.

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In 2011, my husband and I went through all of the paperwork, participated in the 30 hours of required Department of Children and Families training, submitted to the scrutiny of the home study process, trudged to obligatory doctors visits, humbly requested countless references, dutifully filled out more paperwork,

and nervously but with determination navigated

through awkward adoption parties and matching events. We knew our son was out there waiting for us to find him. The foster care adoption process is no joke, but we persevered. That being said, I must have missed the Mother’s

Day memo at MAPP (Massachusetts Approach

to Partnerships in Parenting) training. I was ready for erratic behavior. I was fully prepared to be called by my first name (even though that he called me

Mom from Day 1). I was armed with answers to a plethora of inappropriate questions about his heritage and his name and the color of his skin from teachers, children and strangers. I knew that some holidays and even birthdays might be extremely upsetting to his sense of stability and control and bring up deep rooted feelings of loss and insecurity. I guess it just never occurred to me that Mother’s Day was on the potential red zone list. Our son came home in 2012. He was 4 ½ years old. He had spent most of his life with a very loving foster mother and was accustomed to regular visits with his birth mother who, since having my son, began sobriety and currently parents his younger sister. He was so very fortunate to have been loved so much by his foster family and have a positive relationship with his birth mother. But what all this means is that I am Mommy — #3. As Mom #3, I have to consistently squash my competitive nature.

I Didn’t Know That Adopting My Son Would Mean

JUNE’SCHILD ALEXANDRA

Alexandra is a 12-year-old girl of African-American and Jamaican descent who is smart, friendly and outgoing. She likes to dance as well as act and is a member of the school Drama Club. Alexandra is a sweet girl with many friends. Despite all the transitions in her

short life, Alexandra remains well adjusted and hopeful. She has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and will continue to need academic supports at school. Her worker is looking for a single mom or two-parent family of any constellation who will respect Alexandra’s ongoing relationship with her sister and godmother. At the present time, she has phone contact with them. Alexandra is legally free for adoption.

For more information about Alexandra, please contact Department of Children and Families (DCF) Adoption Supervisor Grace Kirby-Steinau at 508-929-2033. The Worcester DCF Office hosts monthly informational meetings for those wishing to learn more about the adoption process in general. Call 508-929-2143 for specific information about the next meeting.

I Forfeit Mother’s Day

BY BETH NICHOLSON

FINALLYFOREVER


I don’t just have to ignore the “mommy wars” that rage all around us in suburbia, I have to resist my primal instinct to compare myself to the other women in my son’s life with whom he has a profound love for and attachment. I have to smile sweetly when he mentions missing his foster mother and tell him that it’s ok to love her and that I love her, too. I have to listen to stories about “at my old house…” and suggest authentically that perhaps he would like to call there to say hello. As Mom #3, I have never heard my son say “I love you.” I have to convince myself that that’s ok because I know he loves me. And I know that when he says “You’re the best mom ever!” and “You’re my best mom!” and “You will always be my best mom ever!” that it means,

“I love you, Mom.” But still, it’s a hard substitute to swallow some days. Especially those days when I am traveling for work – a half a world away – and I say “I love you, sweetheart, have a good night!” to which I hear a gruff, “Bye.” As a consolation, I am fairly sure he doesn’t say “I love you” to any other women in his life – but I am also very sure that this resistance is new and that he has said a thousand I love you’s to Mom #1 and Mom #2. I try to explain to my son that loving me doesn’t mean he loves them any less – but he holds it tight. As Mom #3, I have come to realize that for my son, Mother’s Day isn’t a day to show your love and appreciation to your mother. It is a day of profound loss. And in his little boy body, that loss gets wrapped up

in sadness of missing loved ones, fear of the unknown, confusion around his personal history, frustration over lack of control over his life, and anxiety bubbling from the conflicting alliances of having three mothers. And as Mom, I have declared Mother’s Day temporarily banned from my household’s calendar. It isn’t worth the pain and heartache it inflicts on my son. And with that small sweet boy’s grief comes fury – wild, angry, ferocious, broken-hearted, ruthless wrath. And I choose not to allow a Hallmark holiday to cause such strife over our lives. Please don’t misunderstand me. My happiness at being my son’s mom outweighs all of this. I love him more deeply and fiercely than I could have ever imagined. Although

I don’t believe my world revolves around him, there is no denying that he is my entire world. There is plenty of time and opportunity to work through my son’s losses in life. I just don’t see the need to open the door and invite the heartache in all in the name of Mother’s Day. I know he loves me just the same.

Massachusetts mom Beth Nicholson, a conference director in the event industry, and her husband adopted their son through the Massachusetts

Foster Care System in 2012. She shares her story as a way to help others who feel similarly. Each

month, baystateparent magazine publishes our Finally Forever column

for adoptive families. If you would like to share your story, email to

[email protected].

CIRCLEOFFRIENDSAdoptive Families Together (AFT) Parent Group. Boston MSPCC Office, 5 Post Office Square, Boston. Wednesday, June 4, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally, children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

Adoptive Families Together (AFT) Parent Group. First Church, 40 Monument Ave., Swampscott. Thursday, June 5, 7 to 8:30 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally, children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

Foster Care/Adoption Informational Meeting. Framingham Department of Children and Families, 63 Fountain St., 5th Floor, Framingham. Thursday, June 5, 6 to 7 p.m. Learn how you can change the life of a child in need by becoming a foster parent with the Department of Children and Families. Free. Registration not required. For information, call 508-424-0210.

Adoptive Families Together (AFT) Parent Group. MSPCC Office, 3915 Washington St., Jamaica Plain. Friday, June 6, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally, children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

Adoptive Families Together (AFT) Parent Group. Thayer Public Library, 798 Washington St., Braintree. Wednesday, June 11, 7 to 8:45 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally,

children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

Adoptive Families Together (AFT) Parent Group. Faith Evangelical Free Church, 54 Hosmer St., Acton. Wednesday, June 11, 7:30 to 9 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally, children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

Pre-Adoptive Support Group. Jordan’s Furniture, 50 Walkers Brook Dr., Reading. Thursday, June 12, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This group is for approved adoptive families who are either waiting to be identified as a permanent resource for a child in the care of the DCF or for families that have been identified as a resource for a child and are in the process of transitioning the child into their home. For information, call 978-337-6500.

Waiting Family Support Group Meeting. Jordan’s Furniture, 50 Walkers Brook Dr., Reading. Thursday, June 12, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Department of Children and Families. RSVP to [email protected].

Adoptive Families Together (AFT) Parent Group. Stoughton Public Library, 84 Park St., Stoughton. Thursday, June 12, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally, children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

Foster Care/Adoption Informational Meeting. Canton Police Department Conference Room, 1492 Washington St., Canton. Monday, June 16, 6 p.m. Learn how

you can change the life of a child in need by becoming a foster parent with the Department of Children and Families. Free. Registration not required. RSVP to 508-894-3830.

Foster Care/Adoption Informational Meeting. Brockton DCF, 110 Mulberry St., Brockton. Wednesday, June 18, 6 to 7 p.m. Learn how to change the life of a child in need by becoming a foster parent with the Department of Children and Families. This session is for those residing in Brockton, Avon, Easton, Holbrook, East Bridgewater, West Bridgewater, Bridgewater or Stoughton. Free. Confirm attendance at 508-894-3745.

We Are Family: A Post-Adoption Support Group. Emerson Hospital Campus, Route 2, Concord. Thursday, June 19, 7 to 9 p.m. A monthly support and education group for parents who are caring for foster children, have adopted a child at age 3 or older, or whose adopted child is now over age 5. For information, call 978-287-0221, ext. 218.

Foster Care/Adoption Informational Meeting. Arlington Department of Children and Families, 30 Mystic St., Arlington. Thursday, June 19, 6 to 7 p.m. Learn how you can change the life of a child in need by becoming a foster parent with the Department of Children and Families. Free. No registration required. For information, call 617-520-8762.

Foster Care/Adoption Informational Meeting. Morton Hospital, Margaret Stone Conference Room, 88 Washington St., Taunton. Thursday, June 19, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Learn how you can change the life of a child in need by becoming a foster parent with the Department of Children and Families. Free. RSVP to 508-894-3830.

Adoptive Families Together (AFT) Parent Group. Roslindale Congregational Church, 25 Cummins Highway, Roslindale. Wednesday,

June 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally, children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

Adoptive Families Together (AFT) Parent Group. Worcester MSPCC Office, 335 Chandler St., Worcester. Thursday, June 19, 7 to 9 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally, children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

Foster Care/Adoption Informational Meeting. Taunton Department of Children and Families, Mill River Place, 1 Washington St., Suite 21, Taunton. Wednesday, June 25, 5 to 7 p.m. Learn how you can change the life of a child in need by becoming a foster parent with the Department of Children and Families. This session is for those who reside in Attleboro, North Attleboro, Norton, Mansfield, Taunton, Raynham, Seekonk, Dighton, Berkley, Rehoboth. Free. For information, call 508-821-7043.

Andover Rd., Billerica. Sunday, June 29, 7 to 9 p.m. AFT groups include parents who have adopted children of all ages and races, domestically and internationally, children of kin, and children with special needs. Free. Drop-ins welcome. For information, call 617-587-1522 or [email protected].

To list your adoption-related event information in baystateparent,

email [email protected], or visit baystateparent.com to add your listing to

our interactive calendar of events.


If you have young children, you may want to consider viewing op-tions that are further away from the throng, such as these suggested by boston.com:

• By Boat - Many charter boats such as Massachusetts Bay Lines and the Spirit of Boston run Fourth of July excursions. You can also rent a canoe from Charles River Ca-noe and Kayak – but be careful: the Charles will be bobbing with lots of boats.

• By Building – You can get a great view over on the Cambridge side by MIT, where the crowds are fewer. Or, choose to watch from the Mu-

seum of Science roof – you can plan a visit to the museum first, or not. Drinks and snacks are provided at an additional fee. For more informa-tion, visit www.mos.org

• By Hill – Three great vantage points are Bunker Hill in Boston, Prospect Hill in Somerville or the Wright Tower in Medford.

In addition to the famed fire-works, there are plenty of ways to celebrate our nation’s birthday in Boston through Boston Harborfest events, running from Wednesday, July 2 through Sunday, July 6. Bos-ton Harborfest is a multi-day fes-tival of activities located around

Boston that highlight the history of Boston. In its 33rd year, Boston Harborfest is considered to be one of the largest patriotic festivals of its kind in the country, hosting 200 activities. Family-friendly activities listed on their website include the following:

Huzzah for Constitution! Charlestown Navy Yard (617-426-1812)Festivities at the USS Constitution Museum throughout the week of July 4th and daily hands-on pro-gramming. All events will lead up to Constitution’s annual turn-around cruise on July 4th.Open daily: Admission by donation

Boston by Land and Water Charles Riverboat Co. (617-621-3001)A 60-minute, fully-narrated sight-seeing cruise along the Charles Riv-er. The captain and crew entertain and educate while pointing out the historic and cultural sights of Bos-ton and Cambridge. Sights include Beacon Hill, Esplanade Park, the Back Bay, Boston University, M.I.T., Harvard and countless sailboats and rowers. $15 adults, $8 under 12, and $13 seniors

Chocolate Making DemonstrationsCaptain Jackson’s Historic Chocolate Shop (617-523-4848)21 Unity Street, North End

Boston Explodes

with July 4th Activities

BY TRISH RESKE

It seems that every year, family-friendly options to explore Boston and celebrate our nation’s birth-day keep getting bigger. The July 4th Boston Pops and Fireworks Spectacular, now in its 41st

year, is arguably the capstone of the city’s magnificent celebrations, with over a half-million people expected to gather around the Charles River for what has become “America’s premiere Independence Day Celebration.” Planning for this dazzling event on the Esplanade can be

logistically daunting for families with younger children, who may not be as wowed by the show as they are weary from a full day and evening of walking, waiting, handling huge crowds, and staying awake for the trip home after the Grand Finale. For helpful planning advice, visit the organization’s website (www.july4th.org) for information including what to pack, recommended transportation, al-lowable and prohibited items, and a detailed a map of the event grounds.

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(Old North Church campus)Touch, taste, smell, and experi-ence 18th century chocolate with costumed interpreters in one of the oldest domestic structures in Boston. Donations appreciated

Tours of Fort IndependenceFort Independence, Castle Island, South Boston.Tours of a 19th century fort.

Create Your Own Signal LanternOld North Church (617-523-6676)193 Salem Street, North EndMake paper lanterns to take home and learn more about the famous “one if by land, two if by sea” lan-terns.

Revolutionary Characters Live! Old State House, 206 Washington Street (617-720-1713 x21)Characters from the pages of his-tory will return to the Old State House after 240 years to share with visitors what it was like to live in Boston in the days leading up to the American Revolution. Included with museum admission.

For a full calendar of this year’s Boston Harborfest events, visit the website at www.bostonharborfest.com

FireworksBecause schedules can and do change, and because weather may postpone events, we strongly en-courage you to call or visit the websites before heading to out to see fireworks. These are just some of the many places to enjoy area fireworks. To see a more extensive list of Massachusetts fireworks shows —and to add to our list — visit baystateparent.com!

Saturday, June 28

Braintree: Braintree High School, 128 Town St. 10 p.m. 781-519-9USA. www.braintrees4th.org/fireworks.html.

Wednesday, July 2

Lexington: Annual Fourth of July Carnival, Lexington. Dusk. lexingtonlionsorg/4thofJulyCarnival.cfm.

Thursday, July 3

Fitchburg: Downtown. 10 p.m. civicdays.net/events.shtml.

Needham: Memorial Park, 470 Dedham Avenue. Dusk. 781-444-3924. www.needhamexchangeclub.org.

Rutland: Main St. 9:20 p.m. www.rutlandma-4thofjuly.org.

Sharon: 9:30 p.m. sharonjuly4.org.

Worcester: Christoforo Colombo Park, Shrewsbury St. 508-799-1190.

Friday, July 4

Acton: NARA Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way. 9:30 p.m. www.acton-ma.gov/DocumentCen-ter/View/2933.

Boston: Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade. 9:30 p.m. July4th.org

Bridgewater: Legion Field, 175 Bedford St. 9:30 p.m. 508-443-4155. bridgewater4th.com.

Lenox: Tanglewood, 297 West St. Following James Taylor concert. bso.org.

Marblehead: 9 p.m. Marbleheadfireworks.org.

Newton: 9 p.m. www.newtoncom-munitypride.org/fourth-of-july.html.

Plymouth: Plymouth Waterfront. 9 p.m. July4plymouth.com/fireworks-info.

Sturbridge: Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd. Dusk. 800-733-1830. osv.org.

Saturday, July 5

Marion: Silvershell Beach. 9 p.m. 774-217-8355. www.marionma.gov/pages/marionma_bcomm/fireworks.

Pepperell: Dusk. pepperell4thofjuly.org.

Revere: Revere Beach. reverebeachpartnership.com.

Wilmington: 9:30 p.m. 978-657-8081. www.funonthefourth.com.

Saturday, July 12

Salem: Salem Willows Seafood Festival, 167 Fort Ave. 9:30 p.m. 978-741-4600. festeventsne.com/events/36.

Saturday, August 30

Charlton: 88 Masonic Home Rd. 9 p.m. 508-248-2200. townofcharlton.net.

Gloucester: Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival, Gloucester Harbor. 9:15 p.m. 978-281-0470. gloucesterschoonerfestival.net.

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Puppet Showplace TheaterMarks 40 Years

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Tucked in a storefront on Station Street in Brookline Village, just steps from the MBTA Green Line stop, Pup-pet Showplace Theater has seen gen-erations of young people from around New England pass through the pup-pet-lined walls of its lobby since its founding in 1974 — five years after Jim Henson’s Muppets first appeared on Sesame Street. “We have people who came as chil-dren bringing their own kids and grandparents bringing their chil-dren’s children,” said Executive Di-rector Thom Yarnal. As the theater marks its 40th anniversary this sum-mer, the theater remains true to its history while striving to reach new audiences, he added. Productions at the theater are the result of hundreds of hours of unseen work from writing and directing to

puppet design and set creation, and often years or even decades of tour-ing experience, according to Artistic Director Roxanna Myhrum. “There is a wide range of puppet performers out there,” she said. “As a presenting theater, we have the ability to highlight the best and most interesting productions out there. These are professionals who have made this their life’s work.” As it turns 40, Puppet Playhouse re-mains true to its roots while trying to expand its audience and profile. One goal of a June fundraising gala is to help boost the theater’s annual budget. The gala event is being co-chaired by the granddaughters of founder Mary Churchill, an educator who began using puppets to help stu-dents learn to read. Every year, about 22,000 people see

shows at the theater, many from vis-iting school groups. In the summer months, the theater’s air-conditioned, 95-seat theater often sells out well in advance of performances. Hundreds more attend classes or see perfor-mances staged by the theater at re-mote locations, said Communications Director Brenda Huggins. The theater also hosts nighttime puppet slams for adult audiences, puppetry classes and two weeks of summer camps aimed at 7- to 12-year-olds. The theater’s 2014 summer lineup focuses on the theme of adventures and includes traditional classics such as Pinocchio performed by the National Marionette Theatre and a performance of The Jungle Book by Frisch Marionettes that will be one of the largest productions the the-

ater has hosted in terms of number of puppets. “Puppets are going to fill ev-ery inch of our stage space and then some,” said Mhryum, who reviews hundreds of potential acts for the the-ater every year. The theater’s reputation puts it among a handful of well-known cen-ters for puppetry, Yarnal noted, and is an important resource for puppet- eers. The opportunity to present a week’s worth of shows to audiences of up to 100 people in one place doesn’t come that frequently for puppet- eers, who are used to traveling from schools to libraries to birthday par-ties as they cobble together a living. Yarnal believes Puppet Showplace has thrived for 40 years based on that national reputation, a strong core of support from audiences in the area, and the fact that puppets can connect

BY KEITH REGAN

Inside the cozy, brick-walled Puppet Showplace The-ater, an audience of rapt four- and five-year-olds study a stage, where a folklore-borrowed tale of colonial New England plays out in shadows and light, a thiev-

ing mouse stealing both provisions and the show. Each time the shadow-puppet vermin, a creation of Artist-in-Residence Brad Shur, sneaks into view over the shoulder of guitar-strumming narrator Chris Monti, the audience lets out a scream that leaves no doubt they are paying attention.

“Puppets allow you to tell stories in different ways,” said Shur, whose Dr. Doohickey’s Monster Machine, will run for a week in August, during the theater’s 40th anniver-sary season. The story featuring the scheming mouse, he added, was inspired by his reading of folklore claiming colonists left letters to vermin in their walls, pleading with them to go elsewhere. “I don’t know if this audience could connect with that story if it was told another way.”


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with audiences in ways even other types of live performances cannot. “What makes puppetry have such a huge impact is that when you are watching a live performer, you are al-ways judging them based on your life experience,” he said. “When you see a puppet on stage, that filter goes away and what you see goes directly to your subconscious. You really see it when you watch the faces of people who are watching a puppet show. There is an expression of wonder. The magic of puppetry is that it opens the creative juices of the person watching.”

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Charles River Creative Arts Program, 6 Old Meadow Rd., Dover. The summer program of the Charles River School, CRCAP offers classes in art, dance, theater, music, video, animation, photo textiles, writing, and sports for children ages 5 to 15. 508-785-8250. crcap.org.

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Acton Art Drawing School, 69 Great Rd, Acton. 978-266-1600. Acton Art provides drawing and fine art instruction for students ages five and up. Its summer schedule is broken into two-sessions of classes and workshops, and it runs from June 30 through August 7. 978-266-1600. actonart.com.

Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, 180 Main St., Andover. In addition to visiting the galleries, families can select activity cards and craft projects for childen. A library of books is available, suitable for children up to age 13. Select Family Days are scheduled. 978-749-4015. andover.edu.

Attleboro Arts Museum, 86 Park St., Attleboro. The museum offers summer art camps, classes and workshops. 508-222-2644. attleboroartsmuseum.org.

Institute of Contemporary Art, 100 Northern Ave., Boston. Family-friendly museum offers free admission for families on the last Saturday of each month. Programs include music performances, family art workshops, teen nights, classes. 617-478-3100. icaboston.org.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, 280 The Fenway, Boston. Family guides are available free of charge by request. Single strollers are welcome in the museum. Tandem and double strollers must be left at the coat check. Single strollers are available to borrow. 617-566-1401. gardnermuseum.org

Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston. In addition to the gallery exhibits, the museum offers on-site

children’s activities for all ages, MFA Playdates on the first and third monthly Mondays from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m., and workshops and classes for all ages. 617-267-9300. mfa.org.

Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak St., Brockton. Set on a 22-acre campus, the museum features art, culture and a natural environment. The museum is surrounded by 700 acres of woodland. 508-588-6000. fullercraft.org.

South Shore Art Center, 119 Ripley Rd., Cohasset. The nonprofit organization features galleries and teaching studios. Classes and camp programs will be offered throughout the summer, and there is a summer arts festival June 13 through 15. 781-383-2787. ssac.org.

Fitchburg Art Museum, 25 Merriam Parkway, Fitchburg. The museum offers free admission for children 12 and under, and it offers free admission for all on the first Thursday of each month between 3 and 7 p.m. A family favorite is The Learning Lounge, an interactive space for art exploration. 978-345-4207. fitchburgartmuseum.org.

Hunakai Studio of Fine Arts, 263 Central St., Foxboro. Offers classes and programs for kids, teens and adults. Summer full-day programs available for children in kindergarten and up. Evening and day programs for adults. 508-543-5665. hunakaistudio.org.

Danforth Museum of Art, 123 Union Ave., Framingham. In addition to exhibition galleries, the museum offers weeklong summer art sessions for children entering grades 1 through 12. 508-620-0050. danforthmuseum.org.

deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, 51 Sandy Pond Rd., Lincoln. Features a constantly changing collection of large-scale, outdoor, contemporary sculptures. Families are encouraged to pick up activity kits at the front desk. Most of the museum is stroller friendly. 781-259-8355. decordova.org.

Whistler House Museum of Art, 243 Worthen St., Lowell. The birthplace of American artist James McNeill Whistler offers youth summer art programs and classes for adults. 978-452-7641. whistlerhouse.org.

Art on the Spot Studio, 337 West Grove St., Middleboro. Children’s art studio offering lessons and workshops for children in kindergarten through grade 12. 508-947-2278. karaandrews.com.

New Bedford Art Museum, 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford. Located in downtown new Bedford, the

museum includes exhibits and interactive educational programs. Free admission on the last Sunday of each month. 508-961-3072. newbedfordartmuseum.org.

New Art Center, 61 Washington Park, Newtonville. The center offers summer classes for adults, teens and children at all skill levels. 617-964-3424. newartcenter.org.

Peabody Essex Museum, 161 Essex St., Salem. Celebrating outstanding artistic and cultural creation, the museum features exhibits, family art programs, festivals. 978-745-9500. pem.org.

Griffin Museum of Photography, 67 Shore Rd., Winchester. The museum features exhibits, programs, lectures, summer camp programs and classes. 781-729-1158. griffinmuseum.org.

Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester. Among the exhibits is the newly opened Knights! featuring arms and armor previously part of the Higgins Armory Museum. 508-799-4406. worcesterart.org.

Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Rd., Worcester. Nonprofit community based arts organization offering craft education. 508-753-8183. worcester.edu.

MUSIC

John Legend. The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester. June 2. 877-571-7469. thehanovertheatre.org

Damian Marley & Atmosphere. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. June 8. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Daryl Hall & John Oates. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. June 12. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Widespread Panic. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. June 13. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Willie Nelson & Alison Krauss. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. June 17. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Diana Ross. The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester. June 17. 877-571-7469. thehanovertheatre.org

Styx & Foreigner. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. June 19. bankofamericapavilion.net.

John Butler Trio. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. June 21. bankofamericapavilion.net.

One Republic & The Script. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. June 24 and 25. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Billy Joel. Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston. June 26, 6:30 p.m. ticketmaster.com.

Rock Off Main Street. TCAN Center for Arts, 14 Summer St., Natick. June 27, 7:30 p.m. All-ages show featuring regional bands. 508-647-0097. natickarts.org.

Rolie Polie Guacamole. Natick Common, Natick. June 28, 11 a.m. Free concert is part of Natick Farmer’s Market. 508-647-0097. natickarts.org.

Lady Gaga. TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. June 30. 617-624-1050. tdgarden.com.

JAY Z & Beyonce. Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough. July 1. 508-543-8200. gillettestadium.com.

Bruno Mars. TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. July 2. 617-624-1050. tdgarden.com.

Counting Crows & Toad the Wet Sprocket. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 2. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Summer Nights with Phil. Laura’s Center for the Arts, 97 Mill St., Hanover. July 2, 9, 16, 23. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra. 508-746-8008. plymouthphil.org.

The Voice Tour. Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell. Thursday, July 3. lowellauditorium.com.

Yes. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 8. bankofamericapavilion.net.

O.A.R. and Phillip Phillips. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 10. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Peter Frampton & The Doobie Brothers. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 11. bankofamericapavilion.net.

John Fogerty. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 16. bankofamericapavilion.net.

311. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 17. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Michael Franti & Spearhead. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 18. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Justin Timberlake. TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. July 19. 617-624-1050. tdgarden.com.

Sarah Mclachlan. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 19. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Queen with Adam Lambert. TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. July 22. 617-624-1050. tdgarden.com.

Rock Off Main Street. TCAN Center for Arts, 14 Summer St., Natick. July


25, 7:30 p.m. All-ages show featuring regional bands. 508-647-0097. natickarts.org.

The Fray. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 30. bankofamericapavilion.net.Slightly Stoopid, Stephen Marley & G. Love and Special Sauce. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. July 31. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Katy Perry. TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. August 1 and 2. 617-624-1050. tdgarden.com.

Panic! At The Disco & Walk the Moon. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. August 3. bankofamericapavilion.net.

One Direction. Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough. August 7 through 9. 508-543-8200. gillettestadium.com.

Luke Bryan. Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough. August 10. 508-543-8200. gillettestadium.com.

Mad Decent Block Party: Flosstradamus & Diplo. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. August 10. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Jesus Christ Superstar. TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. August 14. 617-624-1050. tdgarden.com.

The Goo Goo Dolls & Daughtry. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. August 15. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Chicago & REO Speedwagon. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. August 20. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Robyn & Royksopp. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. August 22. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Gavin Degraw & Matt Nathanson. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. August 23. bankofamericapavilion.net.

Yanni. Bank of America Pavilion, Boston. August 24. bankofamericapavilion.net.

THEATERBlue Man Group. Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston. Shows run Wednesdays through Sundays. Appropriate for children ages 8 and over. 800-BLUE-MAN. blueman.com/boston/about-show.

Menopause The Musical. The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester. June 1. 877-571-7469. thehanovertheatre.org.

Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna. Marine Industrial Park on the Waterfront, Boston. May 29 through June 29. 800-450-1480. cirquedusoleil.com

Anything Goes. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. June 3 through 15. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

A Woodland Cinderella. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. June 5 through 7. Presented by Deborah Costine, Puppeteer. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

Ghost The Musical. The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester. June 5 through 8. 877-571-7469. thehanovertheatre.org.

Boyz N the Hood. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. June 9, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

Jack and the Beanstalk. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. June 12 through 14. Presented by the Crabgrass Puppet Theatre. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

Hedwig & the Angry Inch. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. June 16, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

On the Waterfront. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. June 23, 7 p.m. Big screen movie.

617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

Phantom of the Opera. The Boston Opera House, 539 Washington St., Boston. June 26 through July 20. 617-259-3400.bostonoperahouse.com.

Roman Holiday. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. June 30, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

A Hard Day’s Night. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. July 7, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

Youth Summer Program. The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester. July 7 through August 16. For ages 12 through 18. 877-571-7469. thehanovertheatre.org.

The Little Mermaid. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. July 8 through 27. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

Pinocchio. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. July 9 through 12. Presented by National Marionette Theatre. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

Blazing Saddles. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. July 14, 7 p.m. Big screen movie.617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

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Each child who comes will receive a free* copy of What’s Your Favorite Animal?, a new book by Eric Carle & Friends.

• Meet authors Nick Bruel and Peter McCarty

• Get a doodle of your favorite stuffed animal drawn by picture book artists

• Meet and sketch live animals

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OUTDOOR MUSIC SERIES Presented by Plymouth Philharmonic

and Emilson YMCA July 2, 9, 16, 23 Lawn Opens 6PM

Concerts 6:30-7:30PM Laura’s Center for the Arts

97 Mill Street, Hanover, MA

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Holiday Pops! Family Concert

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The Great Red Ball Rescue. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. July 16 through 19. Presented by Faye Dupras, Foreign Landscapes Productions. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

Little Red Riding Hood. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. July 18, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Presented by Kaleidoscope Children’s Theatre. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

The Wizard of Oz. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. July 21, 7 p.m. Big screen classic movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

The Pirate, the Princess, and the Pea. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. July 23 through 26. Presented by Crabgrass Puppet Theatre. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

Jack and the Beanstalk. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. July 25, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Presented by Kaleidoscope Children’s Theatre. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

Point Break. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. July 28, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

The Jungle Book: The Story of Mowgli’s Fire. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. July 30 through August 2. Presented by Frisch Marionettes. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

Ballroom with a Twist. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. July 31 and August 1. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

Pocahontas. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. August 1, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Presented by Kaleidoscope Children’s Theatre. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

Cool Hand Luke. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. August 4, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

Little Red Riding Hood. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. August 6 through 9. Presented by WonderSpark Puppets. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

Thelma & Louise. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. August 11, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

Grease. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. August 12 through 24. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

Dr. Doohickey’s Monster Machine. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. August 13 through 16. Presented by Brad Shur, Artist in Residence. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

The Big Lebowski. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. August 18, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

Cinderella. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. August 22, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Presented by Kaleidoscope Children’s Theatre. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

Nashville. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. August 25, 7 p.m. Big screen movie. 617-734-2500. coolidge.org.

Squirrel Stole My Underpants. Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. August 30 through September 1. Presented by Bonnie Duncan. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Tickets $12. 617-731-6400. puppetshowplace.org

Youth Summer Programs. Wheelock Family Theatre. Wheelock College, 200 The Riverway, Boston. Offers summer classes and camp programs. 617-879-2147. wheelockfamilytheatre.org.

Youth Summer Programs. North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Rd., Beverly. Offers summer classes and camp programs. 978-232-7200. nsmt.org.

Youth & Teen Summer Camps. Wachusett Theatre Co. at Worcester State University, 286 Chandler St., Worcester. 978-606-6288. wachusetttheatre.com

MOVIE THEATERSStage Two Cinema Pub109 Main St., Amesbury978-388-6555, cinemapub.com

Capitol Theatre204 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington 781-648-4340, capitoltheatreconline.com

Regent Theatre7 Medford St., Arlington781-646-4849, regenttheatre.com

Regal Bellingham 14259 Hartford Ave., Bellingham508-966-5096, regmovies.com

Studio Cinema — Belmont376 Trapelo Rd., Belmont617-484-1706, studiocinema.com

Improving the Quality of Life for

Kids & Families through Theatre and Fun!

www.WheelockFamilyTheatre.org

A professional theatre located on the campus of Wheelock College in Boston’s Fenway Cultural District

Summer Session IJune 26, 27, 30, July 1 & 2

Summer Session IIIAugust Intensives Sampling

Ages 2-9Creating a Mini MusicalAges 10-14Musical Theatre: Developing Performance SkillsAges 14-18Raising the Bar: Exploring the Actors Process

Summer Session IIJuly Programs Sampling

Please refer to our website for details and more classes.

Ages 6-8 Bring Stories to Life

Ages 9-11 Play Making in Puppets

Ages 12-16 Unlocking Characters thru Movement

Ages 13-18 Musical Theatre Scene Story

Ages 5-6Creative DramaticsAges 7-8They’re Alive! Using Costumes, Props, and Other Visuals to Bring Characters to LifeAges 9-11Play Production I and IIAges 12-16Workshops: Comedy, Improv, Vocal Techniques: Finding Your Voice, and More


AMC Loews Boston Common 19175 Tremont St., Boston617-423-5801, amctheatres.com

Institute of Contemporary Art100 Northern Ave., Boston617-478-3100, icaboston.orgMuseum of Fine Arts465 Huntington Ave., Boston617-267-9300, mfa.org/programs/film

Regal Fenway Stadium 13201 Brookline Ave., Boston617-424-6111, regmovies.comAMC Braintree 10121 Grandview Rd., Braintree781-356-0112, amctheatres.com

Coolidge Corner Theatre290 Harvard St., Brookline617-734-2500, coolidge.org

AMC Burlington Cinema 1020 South Ave., Burlington781-229-1931, amctheatres.com

Apple Cinemas168 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge 617-229-6555, applecinemas.com

Brattle Theatre40 Brattle St., Cambridge617-876-6837, brattlefilm.org

Harvard Film Archive24 Quincy St., Cambridge617-495-4700, hcl.harvard.edu/hfa/

Kendall Square Cinema1 Kendall Square, Cambridge617-621-1202, landmarktheatres.com

Showcase Superlux55 Boylston St., Chestnut Hill617-658-5175,showcasesuperlux.com

Strand Theatre58 High St., Clinton978-365-5500, strandmovies.com

AMC Loews Liberty Tree Mall100 Independence Way, Danvers888-262-4386, amctheatres.com

Hollywood Hits Theatre7 Hutchinson Dr., Danvers978-777-4000, hhdt.info/

Dedham Community Theatre580 High St., Dedham781-326, 0409, dedhamcommunitytheatre.com

Showcase Cinema de Lux Legacy Place670 Legacy Place, Dedham781-326-7626, showcasecinemas.com

East Bridgewater Cinema 5225 Bedford St., East Bridgewater508-378-3010, sscinemas.com

Cinemaworld476 John Fitch Highway, Fitchburg 978-345-6700, cinemaworldtheaters.com

Showcase Cinema de Lux Patriot Place24 Patriot Place, Foxboro508-203-2100, patriot-place.com/cinemadelux

AMC Framingham Premier Cinema22 Flutie Pass, Framingham508-628-4422, amctheatres.com

Gardner Cinemas336 Timpany Blvd., GardnerCape Ann Community Cinema21 Main St., Gloucester978-309-8448

Gloucester Cinema74 Essex Ave., Gloucester978-283-9188, gloucestercinema.com

Patriot Cinemas — Hanover Mall Cinemas1775 Washington St., Hanover781-826-4392, patriotcinemas.com

Chunky’s Haverill Cinema & Pub371 Lowell Ave., Haverhill 978-374-2200, chunkys.com

Patriot Cinemas — Hingham Shipyard25 Shipyard Dr., Hingham781-749-8780, patriotcinemas.com

Patriot Cinemas — Loring Hall Cinema 65 Main St., Hingham781-749-1307, patriotcinemas.com

Regal Independence Mall 14101 Independence Mall Way, Kingston 781-582-2002, regmovies.com

Showcase Cinemas Lawrence6 Chickering St., Lawrence800-315-4000, showcaseinemas.com

Lexington Venue1794 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington781-861-6161

Showcase Cinemas Lowell32 Reiss Ave., Lowell800-315-4000, showcasecinemas.com

Warwick Place Cinemas123 Pleasant St., Marblehead781-476-2076, warwick-place.com

Regal Solomon Pond Stadium 15591 Donald Lynch Blvd., Marlborough 508-229-8871, regmovies.com

Regal Mashpee Commons15 Steeple St., Mashpee508-477-1799, regmoveis.com

AMC Loews Methuen90 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen978-738-8942, amctheatres.com

Blackstone Valley 1470 Worcester/Providence Turnpike, Millbury 508-865-7184, showcasecinemas.com

200 The Riverway, BostonBox Office: 617-879-2300 • [email protected]

Looking Forward to a New Season!

Professional, Affordable Theatre for Every Member of the Family!

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AliceOct. 17-Nov. 16, 2014

A new coming-of-age musical based on the books by Lewis Carroll.

PINOCCHIOJan. 30-Feb. 22,

2015Influenced by Japanese

traditions of Kabuki, Noh, and Bunraku puppetry, but with a modern edge!

The Taste of Sunrise

March 13-22,2015

Performed in ASL and spoken English, a mythical tale about a Deaf boy’s journeyto self-realization.

SHREK the MUSICALApril 17-May 24, 2015

The beguiling “happily-ever-after” story is turned upside-down in this singing and dancing extravaganza.


Elm Draughthouse Cinema35 Elm St., Millbury508-865-2850

Flagship Cinemas500 Kings Highway, New Bedford508-998-8825, flagshipcinemas.com

Newburyport Screening Room82 State St., Newburyport978-462-3456, newburyportmovies.comRoute One Cinema Pub652 East Washington St., North Attleboro 508-643-4613, cinema-pub.com

Showcase Cinemas640 South Washington St. North Attleboro 800-315-4000, showcasecinemas.com

AMC Dartmouth Mall140 North Dartmouth Mall, North Dartmouth 508-999-3142, amctheatres.com

Plimoth Cinema137 Warren Ave., Plymouth508-746-1622, plimoth.org/plimoth-cinema

Showcase Cinema de Lux Randolph73 Mazzeo Dr., Randolph 781-963-7330, showcasecinemas.com

Showcase Cinema de Lux Revere565 Squire Rd., Revere781-284-5701, showcasecinemas.com

CinemaSalem1 East India Square, Salem978-744-1400, cinemasalem.com

Cinemagic in Salisbury6 Merrill St., Salisbury978-499-9494, cinemagicmovies.com

Vision Max Cinema201 Elm St., Salisbury978-462-3030, visionmaxcinema.comMill Wharf Cinemas1 Mill Wharf Plaza, Scituate781-545-3130, sscinemas.com

Showcase Cinemas Seekonk100 Commerce Way, Seekonk508-336-9991, showcasecinemas.com

Sharon Cinemas 8700 South Main St., Sharon781-784-1214, yourneighborhoodtheatre.com

AMC Assembly Row 12395 Artisan Way, Somerville617-440-4197, amctheatres.com

Somerville Theatre55 Davis Square, Someville617-625-5700, capitaltheatreonline.com

Cameo Theaters14 Columbian St., South Weymouth781-335-2777, sscinemas.com

Cinemagic in SturbridgeCenter at Hobbs Brook,

Sturbridge 508-347-3609, cinemagicmovies.com

Regal Swansea Stadium 12207 Swansea Mall Dr., Swansea 508-674-6500, regmovies.com

Regal Silver City Galleria 102 Galleria Mall Dr., Taunton508-821-4561, regmovies.com

AMC Tyngsboro 12440 Middlesex Rd., Tyngsboro978-649-4158, amctheatres.com

Landmark Embassy Cinema16 Pine St., Waltham781-736-7852, landmarktheatres.com

Flagship Cinemas — Wareham39 Doty St., Wareham508-291-4102, flagshipcinemas.com

West Boylston Cinema101 West Boylston, West Boylston508-835-8888, westboylstoncinema.com

West Newton Cinema1296 Washington St., West Newton617-964-8074, westnewtoncinema.com

Regal Westborough 12231 Turnpike Rd., Westborough508-366-6257, regmovies.com

Showcase Cinemas Woburn25 Middlesex Canal Parkway,

Woburn 781-933-5157, showcasecinemas.com

Cinema 320 at Clark University 950 Main St., Worcestercinema320.com

Showcase Cinemas Worcester North 135 Brooks St., Worcester508-854-1664, showcasecinemas.com

IMAX THEATERSMuseum of Science Mugar Omni Theater1 Science Park, Boston617-723-2500, mos.org/imax

Simons IMAX Theater at the New England AquariumCentral Wharf, Atlantic Ave., Boston617-973-5206, neaq.org

IMAX Theater at Jordan’s Furniture1 Underprice Way, Natick508-424-0088, jordans.com/imax

IMAX Theater at Jordan’s Furniture50 Walkers Brook Dr., Reading781-944-9090, jordans.com/imax

DRIVE-INSLeicester Triple Drive-In1675 Main St., Leicester508-892-4400, leicesterdrivein.net

Mendon Twin Drive-In Route 16, Mendon508-473-4958, mendondrivein.com

Thayer Performing Arts Center438 Main Street, South Lancaster, MA, 978-368-2100, email: [email protected], visit: tpacma.org

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See stomping, roaring, robotic dinosaurs and

life-like Ice Age mammals come to life,

including Maiasaura, Apatosaurus,

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$5 special exhibition fee for all visitors ages 3 and up.

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Enjoy the region’s best children’s entertainers, plus art and

science activities, live reptile programs and more. Most

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• webbing or ribbon for the straps • sewing machine • pins

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Models: Stephen Wiltshire, age 5

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1. Lay a bath towel out on a large, flat surface.Place the hand towel lengthwise along the short edge of bath towel so that the edges align. Pin in place.

3. Turn the pocket inside-out to create the “tote.” Using the opposite end of the bath towel (the side without the hand towel), roll the towel up and tuck it into the newly made tote.

2. Sew the hand towel to the bath towel along three sides, leaving open the short edge of the bath towel. You now have a “pocket” at the end of the bath towel. Remove pins.


ILLUSTRATION BY KATE SOLOW

2014 Beach Guide Massachusetts Barnstable• Craigville Beach, Craigville Beach Road.. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.• Kalmus Beach, 670 Ocean St., Hyannis. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, picnic area, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.

Hit the Beach!With over 1,500 miles of shoreline, Massachusetts boasts some of the country’s most scenic and family-friendly

beaches. Plan to spend a day, a week or the entire summer. With sun, sand, surf and seashells, there is plenty to enjoy for all ages.

• Sandy Neck Beach, Sand Neck Road, West Barnstable. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, camping, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. Off road vehicle permits available. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.• Sea Street (Keyes) Beach, 175 Ocean Ave., Hyannis. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, picnic area, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.• Veterans Memorial Park Beach, 480 Ocean St., Hyannis. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, picnic area, handicap accessible, park,

war memorials. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.

Brewster • Breakwater Beach, Breakwater Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.Crosby Landing, Crosby Lane. Restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.• Ellis Landing Beach, Ellis Landing Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.• Linnell Landing, Linnell Landing Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.Paines Creek Beach, Paines Creek Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.• Robbins Hill Beach, Long Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.Saint’s Landing, Robbins Hill Road. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.

Chatham • Cockle Cove Beach, Taylors Pond Road. Lifeguards, restrooms. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker. • Forest Beach, Forest Beach Road. Restrooms. Limited free parking on first-come, first-serve basis, $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.• Harding Beach, Harding Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, picnic area, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.• Pleasant Street Beach, Pleasant Street. Kayaking. $15 daily parking,

$60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker. • Ridgevale Beach, Ridgevale Drive. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.• South Beach, Shore Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.

Dartmouth • Apponagansett Beach, 77 Gulf Road. Lifeguards (9-5), picnic area, playground, volleyball/basketball courts. $10 daily parking.• Jones Park, 66 St. John St.

Lifeguards, picnic area. $10 daily parking. Dennis • Chapin Memorial Beach, Chapin Beach Road. Restrooms. Four-wheel vehicles allowed. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• Corporation Beach, Corporation Road. Boardwalk, lifeguards, restrooms, food, picnic area, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• Depot Street Beach, Depot Street.

$20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• Glendon Road Beach, Old Wharf Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• Haigis Beach, Old Wharf Road. Lifeguards, restrooms. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• Howes Beach, Howes Street Road. Lifeguards. Private on one side. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly,


Hit the Beach!With over 1,500 miles of shoreline, Massachusetts boasts some of the country’s most scenic and family-friendly

beaches. Plan to spend a day, a week or the entire summer. With sun, sand, surf and seashells, there is plenty to enjoy for all ages.

$150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• Inman Road Beach, Inman Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk. Private on one side. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• Mayflower Beach, Dunes Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• Raycroft Beach, Raycroft Parkway. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

• Sea Street Beach, Sea Street. Lifeguards, restrooms. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• South Village Beach, South Village Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.• West Dennis Beach, West Dennis Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, swimming lessons, playground, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Duxbury

• Duxbury Beach, Canal Street. Lifeguards, bathhouses, restrooms, showers, food. $15 daily parking.

Eastham • Campground Beach, Campground Road. Restrooms. Private beach on one side. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $18 daily parking (weekends and holidays), $65 weekly parking, $100 for two weeks, $185 seasonal sticker.• Coast Guard Beach, Nauset Road. Lifeguards, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, handicap accessible. 15 daily parking ($3 for bikes), $45 seasonal.

• Cooks Brook Beach, Steele Road. Restrooms, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $18 daily parking (weekends and holidays), $65 weekly parking, $100 for two weeks, $185 seasonal sticker.• First Encounter Beach, Samoset Road. Restrooms, boardwalk, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $18 daily parking (weekends and holidays), $65 weekly parking, $100 for two weeks, $185 seasonal sticker.• Nauset Light Beach, Cable Road. Lifeguards, showers, restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking ($5 for motorcycles, $3 for bikes), $45 seasonal sticker.


• Thumpertown Beach, Thumpertown Road off Route 6. Restrooms, limited handicap accessibility. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $18 daily parking (weekends and holidays), $65 weekly parking, $100 for two weeks, $185 seasonal sticker.

Falmouth • Menauhant Beach, Menauhant Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $10 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $70 for two weeks, $80 for three weeks, $90 for four weeks, $200 seasonal sticker.• Old Silver Beach, Quaker Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, picnic area, boardwalk, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. Private on one side. $20 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $70 for two weeks, $80 for three weeks, $90 for four weeks, $200 seasonal sticker.• Surf Drive Beach, Surf Drive Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $70 for two weeks, $80 for three weeks, $90 for four weeks, $200 seasonal sticker.

Gloucester • Good Harbor Beach, Route 127A. Lifeguards (9-5), food, showers, restrooms, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 weekend/holiday parking.• Half Moon Beach at Stage Fort Park, Western Avenue off Route 133. Lifeguards (9-5), restrooms, picnic area, handicap accessible. $10 daily parking (weekdays), $15 weekend/holiday parking.• Wingaersheek Beach, 232 Atlantic St., Lifeguards (9-5), food, restrooms, showers, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 weekend/holiday parking.

Harwich• Atlantic Avenue Beach, Atlantic Avenue, Bike ramp. $15 daily parking, $140 seasonal parking, $65 weekly for non-resident, $125 for two weeks.• Bank Street Beach, Bank Street. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, boardwalk, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $140 seasonal parking, $65 weekly for non-resident, $125 for two weeks.• Earle Road Beach, Earle Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, boardwalk, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $140 seasonal parking, $65 weekly for non-resident, $125 for two weeks.• Red River Beach, Uncle Venie’s Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, canoe/kayak launch, bike ramp. $15 daily parking, $140 seasonal parking, $65 weekly for non-resident, $125 for two weeks.

Hull • Nantasket Beach, Route 3A. Lifeguards, shopping, biking, carousel, restrooms, bathhouse, boating, fishing, handicap accessible. $10 daily parking. Ipswich • Crane Beach, 310 Argilla Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouses, showers, picnic area, fishing, walking trails, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 weekend parking (reduced rates available for Crane Beach members), $5 motorcycle parking. Lynn• King’s Beach, Lynn Shore Drive. Ample on-street parking available.

Manchester-by-the-Sea• Singing Beach, 119 Beach St. Food, bathhouse, restrooms, 120 parking spaces available.

Martha’s Vineyard • East Beach, Cape Pogue Wildlife Refuge, Edgartown. Hiking trails, $3 daily parking.• Eastville Beach, 59 Beach Road. Oak Bluffs. Fishing, handicap accessible, free parking.• Fuller Street Beach, 90 Fuller St., Edgartown. Handicap accessible, very limited free parking.• Joseph A. Sylvia State Beach, 180 Beach Road between Oak Bluffs and Edgartown. Lifeguards at Edgartown end of beach. Accessible by bike path.• Katama Beach (South Beach State Park), Atlantic Drive, Edgartown. Surf fishing allowed, lifeguards (9-5), restrooms, food, handicap accessible. • Lake Tashmoo Beach, Herring Creek Road, Vineyard Haven. Picnic area, lifeguards, parking.• Lighthouse Beach, North Water Street, Edgartown. Limited parking.• Lobsterville Beach, Lobsterville Road, Aquinnah. Fishing, limited free parking, but none on Lobsterville Road.• Long Point Wildlife Refuge Beach, Hughe’s Thumb Road, West Tisbury. Wooded trails, restrooms, visitor center. $10 admission per car plus $3 per adults, $3 pedestrian/bicyclist, free for children 15 and under.• Menemsha Beach, Basin Road, Chilmark. Lifeguards, restrooms, food, parking. • Moshup Beach (Aquinnah Beach), • Gay Head, Aquinnah. Restrooms, picnic area, boardwalk, food. $15 daily parking (10-minute walk from parking area). • Oak Bluffs Town Beach, Seaview Avenue, Oak Bluffs. Restrooms, parking.• Owen Park Beach, 19 Owen Park Way, Vineyard Haven. Lifeguards, restrooms, food, bandstand, parking.• Tisbury Town Beach, Owen Little Way, Vineyard Haven. Side street parking only.

Mashpee • South Cape Beach State Park, Great Oak Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, hiking trails. $7 daily parking, $50 weekly.

Nahant • Canoe Beach, 430 Nahant Road. Nearby park.• Long Beach, Nahant Road. Restrooms, showers, ball field, bandstand, lifeguards. $3 daily parking. Nantucket • Children’s Beach, South Beach Street. Parks, playground, food, picnic area, lifeguards, restrooms, showers, parking, free Friday night movies, Sunday night concerts.• Cisco Beach, Hummock Pond Road. Lifeguards, parking, biking. • Dionis Beach, Eel Point Road. Restrooms, showers, lifeguards, parking.• Francis Street Beach, Francis Street. Restrooms, turtle climb/kayak rentals. No parking.• Jetties Beach, 4 Bathing Beach Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, food, playground, boardwalk, handicapped accessible, showers, parking.• Madaket Beach, Madaket Road. Restrooms, food, bike path, lifeguards, parking.• Miacomet Beach, Miacomet Road. Lifeguards, parking.• Siasconset Beach, Codfish Park Road. Restrooms, food, lifeguards, bike path, parking.• Surfside Beach, Surfside Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, bike path, equipment rentals, food, picnic areas, handicapped accessible, showers, parking. Orleans • Nauset Beach, Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, handicap accessible. Off road vehicles with special permits. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $110 two-week parking.• Skaket Beach, West Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $110 two-week parking.• South Orleans Beach, Route 28. $60 weekly parking.

Plymouth• Ellisville Harbor State Park Beach, Route 3A. Fishing, parking available.• Plymouth Beach, 137 Warren Ave. Lifeguards, food, restrooms. $10 daily parking (weekdays), $15 weekends.

Provincetown • Herring Cove Beach, Race Point Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking ($5 for motorcycles,

$3 for bikes), $45 seasonal sticker.Race Point Beach, Race Point Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, bicycle trails, surfing allowed in certain areas. $15 daily parking ($5 for motorcycles, $3 for bikes), $45 seasonal sticker.

Quincy• Nickerson Beach, 120 Dorchester St. Campground, ball fields, picnic areas, “Fun Zone” with courts and skateboard park, limited parking available. $30 daily passes, $8 for leisure pass-holders.

Revere• Revere Beach, Revere Beach Blvd. Lifeguards, fishing, boating, boardwalk, casino, fireworks, bathhouses, concerts, shopping, food, parking available. Rockport • Back Beach, Beach Street. Boardwalk, restrooms. Limited meter parking.• Cape Hedge Beach, South Street. Limited parking available.• Front Beach, Beach Street. Lifeguards, boardwalk, food. Limited meter parking. Shuttle trolley for visitors from downtown. • Long Beach, Long Beach Road. Lifeguards, restrooms. Limited parking available. Shuttle trolley for visitors from downtown. • Old Garden Beach, Old Garden Road. Limited parking available.Pebble Beach, Penzance Road. Limited parking available. Salisbury • Salisbury Beach State Reservation, 212 Beach Road. Swimming, boating, fishing, camping, bathhouses, picnic area, restrooms, day-use parking lot. Parking fees vary. Sandwich • East Sandwich Beach, North Shore Boulevard. Lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly, $105 seasonal sticker.• Horizons Beach, Town Neck Road. Food. $15 daily parking, $105 seasonal sticker.• Scusset Beach State Reservation, Scusset Beach Road. Lifeguards, showers, food, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, camping, handicap accessible. $7 daily parking, free for residents ages 62 and older with ID, $35 seasonal parking for MA residents ($45 for out-of-state).• Town Neck Beach, Town Neck Road. Restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $105 seasonal sticker.

South Boston• Carson Beach, William J. Day Blvd. Picnic area, fishing, food, restrooms.

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Truro • Corn Hill Beach, Corn Hill Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, handicap accessible, boardwalk. $10 daily parking, $40 weekly, $175 seasonal.• Fisher Beach, Fisher Road. Handicap accessible. Limited parking. $40 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker• Head of the Meadow Beach, Head of the Meadow Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, surfing, bicycle trails. $10 daily parking, $40 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.• Pond Village Beach, Pond Road. Restrooms, fishing. $40 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker. Wareham• Onset Beach, Onset Avenue, East Wareham. Lifeguards, bandstand, food, bathrooms, parking.

Wellfleet • Cahoon Hollow Beach, Corn Hollow Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms. $20 daily parking ($45 for three days), $80 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks.• Indian Neck Beach, Samoset Avenue. Restrooms. $45 parking for three days, $80 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks, $250 seasonal sticker.• Marconi Beach, Marconi Beach Road. Lifeguards, showers, restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking ($5 for motorcycles, $3 for bicycles), $45 seasonal sticker.• Mayo Beach, Kendrick Avenue. Restrooms, boardwalk, playground. $80 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks.• Newcomb Hollow Beach, Gross Hill Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms. $45 parking for three days, $80 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks, $250 seasonal sticker.• White Crest Beach, Ocean View Drive. Lifeguards, food, restrooms. $20 daily parking, $45 parking for three days, $75 weekly parking,

$150 for two weeks, $250 seasonal sticker. Westport • Horseneck Beach State Reservation, 5 John Reed Road. Biking, fishing, hunting, restrooms, picnic area, showers, walking trails, handicap accessible.

Yarmouth • Bass River Beach (Smuggler’s Beach), South Shore Drive, South Yarmouth. Restrooms, lifeguards, food, showers, boardwalk, boat ramp, fishing, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.• Bay View Beach, Bay View Street. Restrooms, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.• Colonial Acres Beach, Standish Road. Restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.• Englewood Beach, Berry Avenue, West Yarmouth. Restrooms, playground, boat launching, handicap accessible. $15 daily

parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.• Grays (Bass Hole) Beach, Center Street. Restrooms, lifeguards, boardwalk, picnic area. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.• Parkers River Beach (Beachwood), Beachwood Road, South Yarmouth. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, playground, gazebo, swimming lessons. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker.• Sea Gull Beach, Sea Gull Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker.• Seaview Beach, South Shore Drive, South Yarmouth. Lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, swimming lessons. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker.•Thatcher Park Beach, South Shore Drive, South Yarmouth. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker.

SPLASH, SPRAY & WATER PARK PLAY

There are many ways to keep cool this summer — and, for most kids, they better involve some splish-splashin! Here are a few of our favorite wonderful water-full destinations, including waterparks, splash and spray parks, and public swimming pools. To see a more extensive list of Massachusetts Summer 2014 Splash, Spray & Water Park Play listings — and to add to our list — visit baystateparent.com!

Agawam: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, 1623 Main St. Water park. 413-786-9300. www.six flags.com.

Attleboro: George I. Spatcher Memorial Pool, 79 North Ave. 508-223-2222.

Belmont: Beaver Brook Reservation Spray Deck & Playground, 680 Trapelo Rd. Spray pool, playground. 617-727-5380.

Boston: Christian Science Plaza Splash Fountain, 200 Massachusetts Ave. Fountain, splash park.

Boston: Frog Pond Spray Pool, Boston Common. Spray pool, carousel. 617-635-2120. bostonfrogpond.com

Boston: Rings Fountain on the Greenway, Wharf District Parks. Fountain splash park. 617-292-0020.

Brighton: Artesani Playground Wading Pool, 1255 Soldiers Field Rd.

Brighton: Reilly Memorial Swimming Pool, 355 Chestnut Hill Ave., Cleveland Circle. 617-277-7822.

Brockton: Manning Pool, 470 Forest Ave. 508-588-2562.

Cambridge: Francis J. McCrehan Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool, 359 Rindge Ave. 617-354-9154.

Cambridge: North Point Park Spray Deck (unguarded), 6 Museum Way. Sprinkler park, playground. 617-626-1250. www.mass.gov.

Cambridge: Veterans Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool, 719 Memorial Dr. 617-354-9381.

Chelsea: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool, 184 Carter St. 617-884-3899.

Clinton: Phillip Weihn Memorial Swimming Pool, 100 West Boylston St. 978-365-4684.

Concord: Concord Playground & Spray Fountain, Stow St. Playground, spray fountain, track, baseball field.

Danvers: Coco Keyes, 50 Ferncroft Rd. Indoor water park. 978-646-1062. www.cocokeyboston.com/.

Dorchester: Neponset Landing Spray Deck (unguarded), Corner of Hill Top and Granite streets.

Douglas: Breezy Picnic Grounds, 520 Northwest Main St. Waterslides. 508-476-2664. breezysummer.com.

East Wareham: Water Wizz, 3031 Cranberry Highway. 508-295-3255. waterwizz.com.

Everett: Allied Veterans Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool, 65 Elm St. 617-727-1828.

Fall River: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Swimming Pool & Spray Deck, 399 Easter Ave. Pool, spray park. 508-679-8830. www.mass.gov.

Fitchburg: Great Wolf, 150 Great Wolf Dr. Water park. 866-678-9653. www.greatwolf.com/newengland/waterpark.

Fitchburg: Gustave Johnson Memorial Swimming Pool, 35 Wanoosnock Ave. 978-342-6510.

Fitchburg: Parkhill Park Splash Park, 235 Pratt Rd. Splash park, skateboard park, playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball

fields. 978-345-9572. fitchburgma.gov/government/departments/parks/parkhill.default.cfm.

Hudson: Cellucci Skate & Splash Park, 37-39 South St. Splash pad, playground, skate park, bocce court. townofhudson.org.

Hyde Park: John T. Moynihan Spray Deck (unguarded), 920 Truman Parkway.

Hyde Park: Olsen Swimming Pool, 95 Turtle Pond Parkway. 617-727-4708.

Jamaica Plain: Johnson Playground Spray Deck, Corner of Lamartine and Green streets, Southwest Corridor Park.

Jamaica Plain: Stoney Brook Spray Deck, Corner of Lamartine and Boylston, Southwest Corridor Park.

Lawrence: Geisler Memorial Swimming Pool, 50 High St. 978-687-1024.

Lawrence: Lt. Colonel Edward J. Higgins Swimming Pool, 180 Crawford St. 978-687-0393.

Leominster: Leominster State Swimming Pool, 111 Viscoloid Ave. 978-534-7529.

Lowell: Raymond Lord Memorial Swimming Pool, 81 Cross St. 978-459-7370.


Malden: Lt. Dennis C. Holland Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool, 108 Mountain Ave. 781-324-9350.

Mattapan: Ryan Wading Pool, 350 River St.

Melrose: Lawrence W. Lloyd Memorial Swimming Pool, 49 Tremont St. 781-979-0172.

Milford: Sen. P. Eugene Casey Memorial Swimming Pool, 49 Prospect St. 508-473-5998.

Northborough: Assabet Park, South Street. Splash pad, playground, basketball courts. northboroughrecreation.com.

Plymouth: Nelson Beach Park & Splash Pad, Nelson Street Waterfront. Splash pad, playground. seeplymouth.com.

Roxbury: Cass Memorial Swimming Pool, Washington St. 617-445-0062.

Roxbury: Mission Hill Spray Deck, Behind Boston Police Headquarters.

Somerville: Dellboy Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool, Alewife Brook Parkway at High Street. 617-625-6600.

Somerville: Latta Brothers Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool, 20 McGrath Highway. 617-666-9236.

Southbridge: Andrew J. Petro Swimming Pool, 15 Randolph. 508-764-7352.

Sterling: Davis Farmland & Water Spray Park, 145 Redstone Hill Rd. Spray park, farm, activities. 978-422-6666. davisfarmland.com.

Stoneham: Hall Memorial Wading Pool, 4 North Border Rd. 781-438-9888.

Topsfield: Bradley Palmer Wading Pool, 40 Asbury St. 978-887-5931.

Waltham: Connors Swimming Pool, 330 River St. 781-642-8594.

Watertown: Clarence W. Dealtry Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool, 138 Pleasant St. 617-923-0073.

West End: Lee Memorial Wading Pool, 280 Charles St., Esplanade. 617-727-1058.

Weymouth: Connell Memorial Swimming Pool, 220 Broad St. 781-335-2090.

Worcester: Bennett Field Swimming Pool, 1260 Main St. 508-792-5515.

Worcester: Dennis F. Shine Memorial Swimming Pool,87 Providence Highway. 508-792-0727.

Worcester: Greenwood Spray Park, 11 Forsberg St. Spray park, baseball field, playground. www.worcesterma.gov/dpw/parks-rec/city-parks/greenwood-park.

Freshwater Inland Beaches

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation manages over 50 inland beaches within the Commonwealth’s State Park system and most are open between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Agawam: Robinston State Park, 428 North St. 413-786-2877.

Ashby and Townsend: Willard Brook State Forest, Rt. 119. 978-597-8802.

Ashland: Ashland State Park, 162 West Union St. 508-881-4092.

Baldwinville: Otter River State Forest, 86 Winchendon Rd. 978-939-8962.

Brewster: Nickerson State Park (unguarded), Rt. 6A. 508-896-3491.

Brimfield: Dean Pond, Brimfield State Forest, 86 Dearth Hill Rd. 413-267-9687.

Charlemont: Mohawk Trail State Forest (unguarded), Cold River Rd. 413-339-5504.

Chicopee Falls: Chicopee Memorial State Park, 570 Brunett Rd. 413-594-9416.

Concord: Walden Pond State Reservation, 915 Walden St. 978-369-3254.

Douglas: Douglas State Forest, 107 Wallum Lake Rd. 508-476-7872.

Gardner: Dunn Pond State Park, 289 Pearl St. 978-632-7897.

Goshen: D.A.R. State Forest, 78 Cape St. 413-268-7098.

Hopkinton: Hopkinton State Park, 164 Cedar St. 508-435-4303.

Milton: Houghton’s Pond, Blue Hills Reservation, 840 Hillside St. 617-698-1802.

Monterey: Beartown State Forest, 69 Blue Hill Rd. 413-528-0904.

Natick: Cochituate State Park, 43 Commonwealth Rd. 508-653-9641.

New Marlborough: York Lake, Sandisfeld State Forest, Rt. 183 and East Hill Rd. 413-229-8212.

Otis: Tolland State Forest, 410 Tolland Rd. 413-269-6002.

Rutland: Rutland State Park, Rt. 122A. 508-886-6333.

Saugus: John A.W. Pearce Lake, Breakheart Reservation, 177 Forest St. 781-233-0834.

Savoy: Savoy Mountain State Forest (unguarded), 260 Central Shaft Rd. 413-663-8469.

Shutesbury: Lake Wyola State Park, 94 Lakeview Rd. 413-367-0317.

South Carver: Myles Standish State Forest, Cranberry Rd. 508-866-2526.

Sturbridge: Street Point Recreation Area (unguarded), 6 Streeter Point Ave. 508-347-9316.

Taunton: Watson Pond State Park (unguarded), 1644 Bay St. 508-884-8280.

Warwick: Laurel Lake Recreation Area, Erving State Forest, 122 Long Pond Rd. 978-544-3939.

Wendell: Wendell State Forest (unguarded), 392 Montague Rd. 413-659-3797.

West Townsend: Pearl Hill State Park (unguarded), New Fitchburg Rd. 978-597-8802.

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The theme for this year is Stars, Stripes, Fun and Sand; A Salute to the US Military. Gourgue said that organizers chose the theme to thank those who have served and are still serving in the military. “There will be a main sculpture that plays off of that theme,” she said.

Working with a company out of Florida, Sanding Ovations, organiz-ers reviewed the work of master sand sculptors from around the world. After considering talent, fan favorites, previous winners, and other factors, the board sent out invitations to a select group of sand artists. This year, Gourgue said, the international talent will come from

as far away as Singapore.

Sand for the sculptures will be de-livered to Revere Beach on Friday, July 11. The competition begins on Wednesday, July 16 at 8 a.m. At that time, the fifteen featured artists will work throughout the days leading up to Saturday, July 19, when the judging takes place. Cash prizes up to $5,000 are awarded to the top four finishers and a people’s choice winner.

In addition to the creative sand art, the festival includes amuse-ment rides, an interactive Kid Zone featuring hands-on displays, sand sports, fireworks, live entertain-

ment, and food. Children can also enjoy free sand sculpting lessons. The festival schedule, as posted on the Revere Beach Partnership web-site, includes:

Friday, July 1810 a.m. to 10 p.m. Festival open

Saturday, July 1910 a.m. to 10 p.m. Festival open6 p.m. Awards ceremony9 p.m. Fireworks

Sunday, July 2010 a.m. to 10 p.m. Festival open

“Hotels in the area sell out for the weekend,” Gourgue said. “The busi-

nesses along the beach rely on this weekend. The beach businesses are stakeholders in our festival.”

She strongly recommends that families take public transporta-tion. “The festival takes place over a third of a mile on the beach, and there are T stations at each end of it — the Revere Beach and Won-derland train stations.” In addition, there is free parking along Ocean Avenue and overflow parking with shuttles will be available.

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In what has become one of the premiere North Shore attractions of the summer, the 11th An-nual Revere Beach National Sand Sculpting Festival is expected to draw close to 500,000

people this year. The free event, organized by the Revere Beach Partnership, takes place July 18 through 20 and features some of the world’s top sand sculptors.

“We started this event in 2003 with only three sand sculptures. Now in our eleventh year, we feature 15 sculp-tures and so much more. It’s also a music festival, a food truck festival, and a family festival,” said organizer Aman-da Gourgue, Executive Director of the Revere Beach Part-nership. “But in the end, it is the sculptures that are still everyone’s favorite.”

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International Fair. Bay Farm Montessori Academy Campus, 145 Loring St., Duxbury. Sunday, June 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Multicul-tural arts, crafts, games, children’s activities, performances. Free. bfarm.org.

Arlington Greek Festival. Saint Athanasius the Great Greek Orthodox Church, 4 Appleton St., Arlington. Friday through Sunday, June 6 to 8. Rides, games, food. Free. arlingtonfestival.com.

Armenian Memorial Church Fair. 32 Bigelow Ave., Watertown. Friday, June 6, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, June 7, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Food, crafts, silent auction, indoor yard sale. armenianmemorialchurch.org.

Salem Arts Festival. Downtown Salem. Friday through Sunday, June 6 to 8. Family friendly festival includes arts and crafts, painting, photography, sculpture, dance, music, writing, film, new media, performance, theater, poetry, food. salemartsfestival.com.

28th Annual Hudson Community Fest. South St., Downtown Hudson. Saturday, June 7, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Entertainment, arts, crafts, sidewalk sales, food. Free. assabetvalleychamber.org

60s Rock Revival Festival. Topsfield Fairgrounds, 207 Boston St., Topsfield. Saturday, June 7, noon. Family-friendly event features live entertainment with revival bands. Tickets $50. rockrevivalfest.com.

Cambridge River Festival. Riverbend Park, Memorial Dr., Cambridge. Saturday, June 7. Mile-long festival of the arts in-cludes music, art, dance, theater, crafts, food. Free. cambridgema.gov.

Coolidge Corner Arts Festival. Devotion School, Brookline. Satur-day, June 7, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Juried festival of arts and crafts. Free. coolidgecornerartsfestival.com.

Dads and Grads Craft and Vendor Fair. Middleboro Elks Hall, 24 High St., Middleboro. Saturday, June 7. Arts and crafts, music, food. Free.

Somerville Food Truck Festival. Assembly Row, Somerville.

Saturday, June 7, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Event features 20 of New England’s most popular food trucks, children’s activities. Admission is $5 cash at the gate. foodtruckfestivalsofne.com.

6th Annual Waltham Riverfest. Charles River at the Moody St. Bridge, Waltham. Friday and Saturday, June 13 and 14. Outdoor music, dancing, children’s events, pet parade, food, nature walk, boat rides. walthamriverfest.com.

Greek Festival. Annunciation of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, 70 Montvale Ave., Woburn. Friday through Sunday, June 13 to 15. Food, dancing, music, children’s activities, magic show, live animal shows. mygreekfestival.com.

South Shore Art Center Arts Festival. Cohasset Common. Friday through Sunday, June 13 through 15. Arts and crafts, over 90 juried artists, demonstrations, music, children’s activities. southshoreartsfestival.org

34th Annual Festival by the Lake. Shoreline of Lake Quannapowitt, Wakefield. Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafters, artists, live music, food, children’s activities. wcna.org.

39th Annual Strawberries & Art Festival. Westford Town Common, Westford. Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date June 15. Strawberry shortcake, food, arts and crafts, live entertainment. westford.com

Arts Fest Beverly. Downtown Beverly. Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Outdoor festival includes artists and crafters, music and entertainment, kids’ activities, demonstrations, food trucks. Free. beverlymainstreets.org.

Chelsea Art Walk. 100 Pearl St., Chelsea. Saturday and Sunday, June 14 and 15, noon to 6 p.m. Open studios featuring galleries, art, music, theater, historical exhibits. Free. chelseawalk.com.

Strawberry Festival & Craft Fair. Houghs Neck Congregational Church, 310 Manet Ave., Quincy. Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Family event features strawberry shortcake, strawberry jam, music, moonwalk, face painter. massachusettsfairsandfestivals.net.

Strawberry Festival and Craft Fair. Topsfield Common, Topsfield. Sat-urday, June 14. Country fair held on historic town green featuring crafts, strawberry shortcake, farming exhibits, town events. Free. topsfieldhistory.org/strawberry/.

Paulie’s New Orleans Jazz & Blues Festival. Historic Canal District, 152 Green St., Worcester. Friday through Sunday, June 20 through 22. Food, drink and live music. Tickets range from $20 to $70. baevents.com/pauliesnolabluesand-jazzfestival/

Phantom Gourmet BBQ Beach Party. City Hall Plaza, One City Hall Square, Boston. Friday through Sunday, June 20 to 22. Barbecue, summer foods, drinks. Prices vary. phantomgourmetbbq.com.

48th Annual Fifers Day Fair. Flerra Meadows, Boxborough. Saturday, June 21. Road race, parade, volleyball tournament, food, kids’ games, music, more. boxboroughminutemen.org/fifers/fifers.htm.

Brockton Fair. Brockton Fair Grounds, 433 Forest Ave., Brockton. Saturday, June 21 to Tuesday, July 1. The 140-year-old event includes animal shows, motorcycle shows, demolition derby, fireworks, boxing, wrestling, woodcarving, games, rides, food. seeplymouth.com.

NEWHBA Fest 2014. Christopher Columbus Park, Boston. Saturday, June 21. The second annual NEWHBA (North End Health and Beauty Alliance) Fest features health and fitness experts, health-conscious local nutrition options, fashion and beauty information, live entertainment. Free. nehealthandbeautyalliance.com.

Strawberry Festival. Lanni Orchards. 294 Chace Rd., Lunenburg. Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rain dates: June 28 and June 29. 978-582-6246. lanniorchards.com

Worcester Food Truck Festival. Elm Park, Worcester. Saturday, June 21. Gourmet food trucks. Admission is $5 cash at the gate. foodtruckfestivalsofne.com.

The Vintage Bazaar & Music Festival. Pettengill Farm, Salisbury. Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22. Antiques and vintage finds, arts and crafts, children’s activities, food, music. Admission $5, free for chil-dren under 16. mybazaarlife.com.

Extreme Field day for Kids. Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton. Sunday, June 22. 978-464-2300.

St. Peter’s Fiesta Festival. St. Peter’s Square, Gloucester. Wednesday through Sunday, June 25 through 29. Honoring the patriot saint of fisherman, this festival includes parade, blessing of the fishing fleet, annual Greasy Pole competition, boat races, fireworks. stpetersfiesta.org.

Charles W. Morgan Homecoming. State Pier, New Bedford. Saturday, June 28 through Sunday, July 6. Concerts, programs, regattas, whale boat races, parades, ceremonies. destinationnewbedford.org.

The Second Boston Jerkfest. Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, Boston. Saturday, June 28. A family-friendly Caribbean style food festival that features Jamaican jerk spiced food, live music, entertainment and a Run and Brew Tasting event. Admission varies by event. bostonjerkfest.com.

Rose Moon Craft & Vendor Fair. Medway VFW, 123 Holliston St., Medway. Sunday, June 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. . Indoor crafts fair. festivalnet.com.

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Annual Boston Harborfest. Various locations in historic downtown and waterfront districts, Boston. Wednesday through Sunday, July 2 to 6. More than 200 family-friendly activities including historical reenactments, concerts, tours, food. bostonharborfest.com.

Bridgewater Arts & Music Festival. Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater. Friday, July 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rain date July 5. Parade at 10 a.m. Arts, crafts, live music, dance, food, children’s events. bridgewaterma4th.com.

The 19th Annual New Bedford Folk Festival. Downtown Historic District, New Bedford. Saturday and Sunday, July 5 and 6, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Arts and crafts, food, and seven performance stages for live music. Tickets $21. newbedfordfolkfestival.com.

Plymouth Harbor Roots & Folk Festival. Plymouth Waterfront, Water St., Plymouth. Saturday, July 12, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event features live entertainment, crafters, artisans, children’s activi-ties, food. Free. projectarts.com.

Salem Willows Seafood Festival. Salem Willows, 187 Fort Ave., Salem. Friday, July 11, noon to 10 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, July 12 and 13, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Festival includes restaurant fare, demonstrations, live entertainment, arts and crafts, Saturday fireworks. Admission is $5, free for children under 10. salem.org.

National Sand Sculpting Festival. Revere Beach, Revere. Friday through Sunday, July 18 to 20, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Master sand sculpting competition, kids’ activities, live entertainment, food trucks, exhibits, fireworks on


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Saturday, demonstrations. Free. reverebeachpartnership.com/national-sand-festival. Old Sloop Fair. The First Congregational Church, 12 School St., Rockport. Friday and Saturday, July 18 and 19. Church fair includes rummage sale, silent auction, food, arts and crafts. Free. rockportucc.org.

Artbeat 2014. Davis Square, Somerville. Saturday, July 19. Rain date: Sunday, July 20. Annual multi-media street party showcases arts, music, dance, theater, children’s activities, demonstrations. somervilleartscouncil.org.

28th Annual Lowell Folk Festival. Gorham Street, Lowell. Friday through Sunday, July 25 to 27. Five stages of traditional ethnic music, crafts, demonstrations, ethnic foods, art, children’s activities. Free admission, donations welcome. Suggested donation $10 per day. lowellfolkfestival.org.

100th Annual Portuguese Feast of the Blessed Sacrament. Madeira Field, New Bedford. Thursday through Sunday, July 31 to August 3. The largest Portuguese Feast in the world and the largest

ethnic festival in New England features food, live entertainment, midway, carnival rides, parade. Free. portuguesefeast.com.

AUGUSTSalem Heritage Days. Downtown Salem. Friday through Sunday, August 1 to 10. Food, kids’ activi-ties, street fair, car show. salem.org.

26th Annual Salem Maritime Festival. Derby Wharf, 193 Derby St., Salem. Saturday and Sunday, August 2 and 3. Family–friendly event includes live music, free har-bor cruises, craft demonstrations, dance storytelling, kids’ activities, kite flying, food. Free. salem.org.

Festival by the Sea. Masconomo Park, Manchester by the Sea. Saturday, August 2, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Family-friendly festival features live music, artisans, crafters. Free.

Forefather’s Family Fun Day. Forefathers Monument, Allerton St., Plymouth. Saturday, August 2, noon to 4 p.m. Music, arts and crafts, education, food, games, activities, Civil War reenactments, stories and history. plymouthma400.org.

5th Parish of the Good Shepherd Feast. Parish of the Good Shepherd,

Fall River. Friday through Sunday, August 8 to 10. Live entertainment, food, bazaar, vendors, crafts, artisans, Chinese auction, games. festivalnet.com.

The 132nd Bolton Fair. Fairgrounds at Lancaster, 3187 Bridge Rd., Lancaster. Friday through Sunday, August 8 to 10. Family-friendly festival features entertainment, competitions, midway, demolition derby, petting zoo, food, shopping, crafters, farmers market. Tickets $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $5 for ages 7 to 12, free for children 6 and under. boltonfair.org.

Midsummer Dreams Food & Wine Festival. Lucy Larcom Park, Lowell. Friday and Saturday, August 8 and 9. Family-friendly event features live entertainment, food, wine, craft beers. Free admission. tlfwf.org.

Gloucester Blues Festival. Stage Fort Park, Cressey’s Beach, 41 Hough Ave., Gloucester. Saturday, August 9, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Music, food, drinks. Tickets $40. gloucesterbluesfestival.com.

Boston Green Fest. City Hall Plaza, One City Hall Square, Boston. Friday through Sunday, August 15 to 17. Educational exhibits, entertain-ment, organic produce, crafts, vendors. Free. bostongreenfest.org.

The Marshfield Fair. 140 Main St., Marshfield. Friday through Sunday, August 15 to 24, daily noon to 10 p.m. Agricultural fair includes arts and crafts, agricultural and horti-cultural events, midway. Admission $10, free for children 6 and under. marshfieldfair.org.

Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival. Stage Fort Park, Gloucester. Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17. Artists, craftsmen, live music, food, pancake breakfast, car show. Free. capeannvacations.com.

Country MusicFest. Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton. Saturday, August 16. Music, food, drinks. wachusett.com.

Silver Kingdom Renaissance Faire. 120 Northside Rd., Charlton. Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Artisans, face painting, storytellers, live performances. Admission $15 for adults, $10 for children 5 to 12, free for children 4 and younger. silverkingdomfestival.com.

Templeton Arts & Crafts Festival. Town Common, 1 South Rd., Templeton. Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17. Arts and crafts, vendors. Free. templetonartsandcraftsfestival.com.

32nd Antique and Classic Boat Festival. Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina, 10 White St., Salem. August 23, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, August 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vintage motor yachts, sailboats, crafts, artists, music, children’s activities. Admission $5, free for children under 12. salem.org.

Blues ‘N’ Brews Festival. Nashoba Ski Area, Westford. Saturday, August 23, noon to 7 p.m. Live music, food, homebrew competi-tion, raffles, games, rides. Tickets $35, youth 12 and under get one free admission per paid adult. bluesandbrewsrotary.org.

Downtown Plymouth Waterfront Festival. Plymouth. Saturday, August 23, 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Over 230 artisan and crafter booths, food vendors, 2 stages of live entertainment, car show, kids’ activities, more. Free. plymouthwaterfrontfestival. com.

Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival. Gloucester Harbor, Gloucester. Friday through Sunday, August 29 to 31. Celebration of Gloucester’s fishing history includes Mayor’s Race, boat parade and fireworks. rockportusa.com.

118th Fall Old Home Day Weekend Celebration. Town Common, Charlton. Saturday, August 30 through Monday, September 1. Entertainment, Saturday fireworks, craft fair, art show, flower show, car show, contests, food, soap box derby, road race, parade. Free. townofcharlton.net.

King Richard’s Faire. 235 Main St., Carver. Saturday, August 30 through Sunday, October 19, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rides, games, entertainers, food, artisans. Tickets $29 for adults, $16 for children. kingrichardsfaire.net. Riverfront Music Festival. Waterfront, Newburyport. Saturday, August 30, noon to 6 p.m. Food, drinks, music. newburyportchamber.org.

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The exhibition will showcase an ar-ray of sneakers and sneaker brands including Converse, Air Jordan, Adi-das, Puma, and New Balance. There is a display of baby kicks, cartoon and comic sneakers and chrome tex-tured sneakers as “flying” devices. All of the pieces were selected from the Sneaker Museum Vault — which is one man’s private collection of over 2,000 organically collected, never worn kicks spanning from 1980. Each piece was purchased in person, in the store at the time of the release — which is rare for sneaker collectors these days.

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plays, 13 local artists created sculp-tures, paintings, basketball hoops, and short videos inspired by sneak-ers. “The intention of this exhibition is to showcase sneakers as art and to inspire and reimagine the way that children and adults perceive sneak-ers,” said Olivia Ives-Flores, exhibit curator. By expanding the role of sneakers from utilitarian fashion ac-cessory to artistic inspiration to art itself, the hope is that the process will make a full circle and encourage children to dress themselves up in art and grant them permission to re-consider the everyday items that can be art, too.

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Social-emotional development affects children in many different ways. “Social-emotional” means how children feel about themselves

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May 8, 2014 was National Child Mental Health Awareness Day, and Boston Children’s Museum celebrat-ed its own Mental Health Awareness Day on May 24, 2014. And during Tasty Tuesdays in May, we will talk about how we can all support social-emotional development in young

THE POWER OF play comes a long way!

T he Boston Children’s Museum’s new gallery exhibit invites children to imagine sneakers as art, and showcases some of the Sneaker Mu-seum’s collection of Air Jordan sneakers along

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solutions to the issue. “Let’s see if the child is willing to trade the red truck with this blue truck,” or “Let’s play with the blocks until the child is done playing with the red truck.” This guidance helps children see what they can do to resolve difficult situations in more socially accept-able ways. Most likely, you will need to repeat these interactions many times until your child can exhibit the positive behaviors independently. But it is important to be consistent with the message that you are send-ing to your child. Also, when your child successfully exhibits positive social behaviors, you can reinforce the behavior by acknowledging, “I

saw that you were able to share the toys with your friends!”

Positive social interactions help children build self-esteem. Learning social-emotional skills is a process of development that often requires trial-and-error and patience from adults. It is also important for adults to be positive role models by re-specting others (like saying ”thank you” or “I’m sorry”) and managing our emotions in appropriate man-ners.

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This new look at the Higgins Armory Museum Collectioncelebrates the history, artistry and stories behind theseexceptional works of art. See some of the finest arms andarmor from around the world alongside works from theWorcester Art Museum. Discover the fascinating role theseobjects played in history, storytelling and art. And, take partin special events and activities the whole family will enjoy!

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Adams National Historic Park. 1250 Hancock St., Quincy. Open April 19 through November 10. Includes the John Adams Birthplace, the John Quincy Adams Birthplace, 12 acres of historic grounds, more. nps.gov/adam/index.htm.

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Talk about feelings

Knowing what each emotion feels like is an important first step in de-veloping positive social-emotional skills. You can assign words to your child’s feelings and also explain why you know how he feels. “You are smiling. You look very happy!” or “You have a frowny face. Are you upset?” These conversations en-courage children to understand how facial expressions or behaviors can be associated to people’s feelings. You can also state your own feelings by saying “When you throw food on the floor, it makes Mom feel upset” or “I’m happy when you share toys with your friends.”

Use pretend play to understand people’s roles and feelings.

Children often engage in pretend play to act out what they have ob-served and experienced. For ex-ample, when playing shop, children are making sense of the relationship between the store staff and shop-pers and what it means to “buy” something. Follow along a scenario that your child invents, and you can contribute a little guidance by say-ing, “Your bear started to dance? What happened to make the bear so happy?” As I mentioned in the previ-ous post, you can just say “tell me more” if you don’t feel very comfort-able engaging in pretend play.

Pretend play, or role play, also helps children learn appropriate behaviors in certain scenarios, es-pecially if you notice that your child exhibits social difficulties in particu-lar areas. For example, you can try a scenario about going to a restaurant. This would be a great opportunity to learn and practice appropriate be-haviors in a public space. The point of this is not to stress about doing everything right. Rather, use this op-portunity to navigate the situation with more ease and time to reflect on your child’s own pace. And you don’t even have to invent your own scenarios – reading stories is also a great way to help children under-stand expectations and other peo-ple’s perspectives.

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We all have moments when we get upset, nervous or scared. Managing those difficult emotions is an impor-tant part of social-emotional skills. When your child shows frustration, you can acknowledge the feeling by saying, “I can see that you are very upset because another child is using the red truck that you like.” Then, you can guide your child to more positive behaviors and peaceful


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American Textile History Museum. 491 Dutton St., Lowell. Wednesdays through Sundays. Tells America’s story through art, history and science of textiles. athm.org.

Battleship Cove. 5 Water St., Fall River. Maritime heritage museum includes world’s largest collection of US naval ships. 508-678-1100. battleshipcove.com.

Blue Hill Observatory & Science Center. 1904 Canton Ave., Milton. Private scientific center for the study and measurement of the atmosphere. Adults $4, children 5 to 17 are $2, free for children under 5. bluehill.org.

Boston Children’s Museum. 308 Congress St., Boston. The second oldest children’s museums in the world, the Boston Children’s Museum offer hands-on exhibits that focus on science, culture, environmental awareness, health, and the arts. Admission is $14, free for children under 1. bostonchildrensmuseum.org.

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. Congress Street Bridge, Boston. Live actors, interactive exhibits, restored tea ships, artifacts. Adults $25, children $15. bostonteapartyship.com.

Bunker Hill Monument. 43 Monument Square, Boston. Marks the site of the first major battle of the American Revolution. Free. nps.gov/bost/historyculture/bhm.htm.

Charles Hayden Planetarium. 1 Science Park, Boston. Most technologically advanced digital theater in New England. $10 ages 12 and up, $8 for ages 3 to 11. mos.org/planetarium.

Children’s Museum in Easton. 9 Sullivan Ave., North Easton. Closed Mondays. Educational, cultural and social learning center for families. Admission $9, free for

children under 1. 508-230-3789. childrensmuseumineaston.org.

Children’s Museum of Greater Fall River. 441 North Main St., Fall River. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Interactive exhibits designed for children to explore math, science, technology, the arts and humanities. $8, free for children under 1. 508-672-0033. cmgfr.org.

Concord Museum. Cambridge Turnpike at Lexington Road, Concord. Collection of historical, literary and decorative arts exhibits. Adtuls $10, children $5, free for children under 5. 978-369-9763. concordmuseum.org.

Discovery Museums. 177 Main St., Acton. Closed Mondays. Interactive exhibits that encourage exploration and imagination. Admission $11.50, free for children under 1. discoverymuseums.org.

EcoTarium. 222 Harrington Way, Worcester. Closed Mondays. Science and nature museum. Adults $14, children 2 to 18 $8, free for children under 2. ecotarium.org.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace. 4 South Market St., Boston. Over 70 retailers mixed with festival marketplace. 617-523-1300. faneuilhallmarketplace.com.

Fruitlands Museum. 102 Prospect Hill Rd., Harvard. Closed Tuesdays. Collection of small historic buildings that were once a community called Fruitlands. Adults $12, children 5 to 13 $5, free for children under 5. 978-3924. fruitlands.org.

Hammond Castle Museum. 80 Hesperus Ave., Gloucester. Medieval-style castle built in 1920s. Admission is $10, children 6 to 12 are $8. 978-283-2080. hammondcastle.org.

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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. Columbia Point, Boston. Adults $14, ages 13 to 17 $10, children 12 and under are free. 617-514-1600. jfklibrary.org.

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Mary Baker Eddy Library. 200 Massachusetts Ave., Boston. Closed Mondays. Houses the Mapparium, a three-dimensional glass map of the world that has attracted more than 10 million people since it opened in 1935. Admission $6, children 6 to 17 are $4, free for children under 6. marybakereddylibrary.org.

Minute Man National Historical Park. 250 North Great Rd., Lincoln. Battlefields and structures associated with the American Revolution. nps.gov/mima/index.htm.

MIT Museum. 265 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge. Interactive exhibits that showcase the fascinating science and technology world of MIT. Adults $10, youth under 18 are $5, children 5 and under are free. 617-253-5927. mitmuseum.org.

Museum of African American History. 46 Joy St., Beacon Hill, Boston. The museum is New England’s largest dedicated to preserving, conserving and interpreting the contributions of African Americans. Admission $5, $3 for ages 13 to 17, free for 12 and under. afroammuseum.org.

Museum of Russian Icons. 203 Union St., Clinton. Closed Sundays

and Mondays. Adults $7, $2 for children ages 3 to 17, free for children under 3. the largest collection of Russian icons in North America. 978-598-5000. museumofrussianicons.org.

Museum of Science. 1 Science Park, Boston. Science and technology museum. $23 adults, $20 children 3 to 11. mos.org

National Heritage Museum. 33 Marrett Rd. Lexington. Exhibitions, programs, collections based on American history, heritage, culture and traditions. Open Wednesdays through Saturdays. Free. 781-861-6559. nationalheritagemuseum.org.

New Bedford Whaling Museum. 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford. Museum devoted to history of the area. $14 adults, $6 youth, free for children 5 and under. 508-997-0046. whalingmuseum.org.

New England Pirate Museum. 274 Derby St., Salem. Museum features the history of New England sea-robbers. $9 adults, $7 children 4 to 13. 978-741-2800. piratemuseum.com.

Old Sturbridge Village. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd., Sturbridge. An 1830s New England living history museum. $24 adults, $8 for children 3 to 17, free for children ages 2 and under. 800-733-1830. osv.org.

Paul Revere House. 19 North Square, Boston. $3.50 adults, $1 children ages 5 to 17. Small wooden home in Boston’s North End built in 1680. 617-523-2338. paulreverehouse.org.

Plimoth Plantation. 137 Warren Ave., Plymouth. A living history museum depicting life in the 17th century. Prices vary. 508-746-1622. plimoth.org.

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Salem Wax Museum. 288 Derby St., Salem. 978-740-2929. Museum dedicated to Salem in the 17th century with interactive exhibits and wax figures. Prices vary. salemwaxmuseum.com.

South Shore Natural Science Center. 48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell. Exhibits focus on natural and cultural environments of the South Shore. $7 adults, $3 children ages 2 to 15, free for children under 2. 781-659-2559. southshorenaturalsciencecenter.org.

The Sports Museum. 100 Legends Way, Boston. Museum dedicated to sports of the Boston area. $10 adults, $5 children 10 to 18, free for children under 10. 617-624-1234. sportsmuseum.org.

USS Constitution Museum. Charlestown Navy Yard, Building 22, Charlestown. Interactive galleries for all ages discuss the history of Old Ironsides. Suggested donation of $5 to $10 for adults, $3 to $5 for children, and $15 to $20 for families. 617-426-1812. ussconstitutionmuseum.org.

Willard House and Clock Museum. 11 Willard St., Grafton. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Largest collection of Willard clocks. $10 for adults, $9 for children 13 and older, $6 for children ages 6 to 12, free for children under 6. 508-839-3500. willardhouse.org.

Witch History Museum. 197-201 Essex St., Salem. Stories of 1692 are told through live presentations. 978-741-7770. witchhistorymuseum.com.

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“Boston has a rich cultural and historical heritage, and programs like Highland Street Foundation’s Free Fun Fridays provide every member of our community with access to the state’s top-tier art, history, music and cul-ture,” said Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh, a strong advo-cate for youth summer programming. “I encourage the community to get out and experience the best our city has to offer, and Free Fun Fridays is the perfect opportu-nity to do just that.”

Established in 2009, Free Fun Fri-days has drawn more than half a million visitors to its participating venues. Last year, the program saw 165,000 people and the organization hopes to reach more than 200,000 this year. “This year’s Free Fun Fridays pro-gram is our most far reaching yet, and we’re honored to provide families with access to the very best cultural institutions across Massachusetts,” said Highland Street Foundation Ex-ecutive Director Blake Jordan. “We are deeply committed to engaging families on a cultural and intellectual level, and providing ongoing enrich-ment opportunities for young peo-ple, particularly during out-of-school time.“ The Highland Street Foundation pro-vides grants to participating venues to cover the cost of opening their doors for free. It has invested more than $650,000 to support the 2014 Free Fun Fridays program. Celebrat-ing its 25th anniversary this year, Highland Street Foundation has do-nated more than $150 million to 950 groups since its inception in 1989. “We are thrilled to be part of Free Fun Fridays for the fifth consecutive summer,” said Joseph Cox, president of the EcoTarium, a Worcester-based museum focused on the natural sci-ences and hands-on exploration and discovery. “It is always a highlight of the summer because we see such a diverse group of visitors, many of whom are here for the first time.” This year, the program welcomes back favorite sites like the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Peabody Es-sex Museum, along with new ven-ues, including the MIT Museum and

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Friday, June 27, 2014• Franklin Park Zoo (Dorchester)• Cape Cod Maritime Museum (Hyannis Port)• Worcester Art Museum (Worcester)• Tanglewood (Lenox)• The Sports Museum (Boston)• Mass MoCA (North Adams)• MIT Museum (Cambridge)

Friday, July 04, 2014• Heritage Museums & Gardens (Sandwich)• Edward Gorey House (Yarmouth Port)• Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival (Becket)• Amelia Park Children’s Museum (Westfield)• Falmouth Museums on the Green (Falmouth)

Friday, July 11, 2014• John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum (Boston)• Peabody Essex Museum (Salem)• Worcester Historical Museum (Worcester)• Fruitlands Museum (Harvard)• Cape Cod Children’s Museum (Mashpee)• New England Historic Genealogical

Society (Boston)• Pilgrim Hall Museum (Plymouth)

Friday, July 18, 2014• Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (Boston)• Ocean Explorium (New Bedford)• The Eric Carle Museum (Amherst)• Larz Anderson Auto Museum (Brookline)• Springfield Museums (Springfield)• Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center (Boston)• Sandwich Glass Museum (Sandwich)

Friday, July 25, 2014• The Freedom Trail Foundation (Boston)• Battleship Cove (Fall River)• Children’s Museum in Easton (Easton)• Tower Hill Botanic Garden (Boylston)• Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University (Boston)• Cape Cod Museum of Art (Dennis)• Danforth Art (Framingham)

Friday, August 1, 2014• Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (Boston)• Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (Boston)• American Textile History Museum (Lowell)• The Discovery Museums (Acton)• Hancock Shaker Village (Pittsfield)• Concord Museum (Concord)• Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center (Great Barrington)

Friday, August 8, 2014• Boston Harbor Islands National Park (Boston)

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Friday, August 15, 2014• The Institute of Contemporary Art Boston (Boston)• Plimoth Plantation (Plymouth)• Garden in the Woods (Framingham)• Museum of Russian Icons (Clinton)• Fitchburg Art Museum (Fitchburg)• Historic Deerfield (Deerfield)• Reagle Museum Theatre (Waltham)

Friday, August 22, 2014• Boston Children’s Museum (Boston)• Museum of African American History (Boston)• New Bedford Whaling Museum (New Bedford)• Old Manse, Trustees of Reservations (Concord)• Berkshire Museum (Pittsfield)• Emily Dickinson Museum (Amherst)

Friday, August 29, 2014• Buttonwood Park Zoo (New Bedford)• EcoTarium (Worcester)• Cape Cod Museum of Natural History (Brewster)• Norman Rockwell Museum (Stockbridge)• The Mount: Edith Wharton’s Home (Lenox)• Griffin Photography Museum (Winchester)

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The largest and most ambitious rails-to-trails initiative in Massachu-setts is the Mass Central Rail Trail. The vision of the Mass Central Rail Trail Coalition is to convert the 104 miles of abandoned railroad running East-West from Boston to Northamp-ton to the longest single rail-trail in Massachusetts, connecting 24 com-munities along the way, as well as connecting with the existing North-South Metacomet, Midstate and Bay Circuit Trails. The Mass Central Rail Trail will be the major link to the East Coast Greenway, a 2,500-mile, traffic-free path that will run from Maine to Florida. Today, about 25 miles of the Mass Central Rail Trail is open.

“It’s inevitable that it will be built,” said Craig Della Penna, Coordina-tor for the MassCentral Rail Trail Coalition. “There’s about 85 miles in public protected status. It’s just a process of knitting together the trail inch by inch.” Della Penna said rails-to-trails is a grassroots endeavor. Vol-unteers, government agencies, busi-nesses and homeowners all need to work together to convert unfinished rail segments into finished pathways. There are many non-connecting rail trails around the state where families can pack up their kids and bikes and spend a wheel-happy day. “Rail trails are a great resource for kids to learn more about nature, history in their

community, learn to bike away from traffic, bike to school or stores,” said Della Penna. Some highly recommended rail trails can be found below, along with trail length, endpoints, and a short description from the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy website. For a full list of all the rail trails in Massachusetts, along with trail maps, length, surface, and trailhead information includ-ing parking and restrooms, nearby trails and peer reviews and ratings, you can visit the Rails-to-Trails Con-servancy’s website at www.traillink.com. For information about the Mass Central Rail Trail, along with open

sections and information on how you are you family can get involved in this initiative, you can visit www.masscentralrailtrail.org

Top Rail Trails in Massachusetts

Cape Cod Rail TrailLength: 21.9 milesSouth Dennis to South WellfleetThe Cape Cod Rail Trail serves up a genuine Cape Cod experience, stretching through quaint villages and along sandy beaches past a diverse landscape of salt marshes, pine forests and cranberry bogs.

What began 40 years ago as a grassroots movement to convert abandoned or un-used rail corridors into public trails is still going full-steam. The Rails-to-Trails move-

ment has and continues to revamp abandoned railbeds into beautiful graded pathways – perfect for walking, skating or cycling. Today, there are 58 rail trails in Mas-sachusetts, representing 405 miles of graded paths that families can discover by wheel or by foot. According to Peter Harnick, co-founder of the national

non-profit Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, the rails-to-trails movement is “the perfect mix of recycling, land conser-vation, wildlife habitat preservation and non-automobile transportation - not to mention historical preservation, physical fitness, recreation access for wheelchair users and numerous other benefits.” Old railroads are typically located in scenic areas and run from town to town, creat-ing the perfect platform for recycling yesterday’s trans-portation backbone into today’s path to enjoying the outdoors.

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Minuteman BikewayLength: 11 milesBedford to CambridgeThis rail-trail through suburban Boston is one of New England’s most popular trails. Although most users know the entire route as simply the Minuteman Bikeway, there are actually several connecting trails that can lead you from Somerville to downtown Concord.

Norwottuck Rail-Trail Length: 10 milesNorthampton to AmherstThis trail connects the towns of Northampton, Hadley and Amherst. Part of the Connecticut River Gre-enway State Park, the route takes in a variety of landscapes, from rural farmland to residential neighbor-hoods and light industrial districts. Note: Part of the trail may be under construction. Check traillink.com for more information.

Wachusett GreenwaysLength: 10 milesBarre to RutlandThe Wachusett Greenways includes a 30-mile section of the Mass Central Rail Trail, connecting towns from Sterling to Barre. This 10-mile sec-tion is currently the longest continu-ous path. You can find an entire map at www.wachusettgreenways.org

Shining Sea BikewayLength: 10.7 milesFalmouth to Woods HoleCurling past woodlands, marshes, salt ponds and seascape, the Shining Sea Bikeway is the only bikeway on Cape Cod to skirt the shore.

Bruce Freeman Rail TrailLength: 6.8 milesChelmsford to WestfordThis trail begins in Chelmsford at the Lowell/Chelmsford line, near Cross Point, passes through Chelms-ford Center, and ends at Rt. 225 in Westford.

Nashua River Rail TrailLength: 12.3 milesAyer, MA to Nashua, NHThe Nashua River Rail Trail is a beautiful and peaceful rural trail extending through the Massachu-setts communities of Ayer, Groton, Pepperell and Dunstable. The trail continues into New Hampshire just south of the town of Nashua.

Marblehead Rail-TrailLength: 4.1 miles

Shaped like a Y, this rail-trail con-nects Marblehead, Salem and Swampscott. From the trail junction in quaint Marblehead, one branch meanders through conservation ar-eas and past harbor overlooks to

Salem, notorious for its 1692 witch trials.

Ashuwillticook Rail TrailLength: 11.2 milesLanesborough to North AdamsSee gorgeous views of Mount Grey-lock and the Hoosac mountains, lakes and river, plus ample rest ar-eas, make for a perfect day trip and contribute to this trail’s popularity with locals and visitors to the scenic Berkshires.

Manhan Rail TrailLength: 9 milesEasthampton to NorthamptonSurface: AsphaltEasthampton is a typical New Eng-land factory town brimming with commerce and community, as well as historical and natural sites galore.

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information

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and Traillink

www.railstotrails.orgwww.traillink.com

Trails.com:www.trails.com

Mass Central Rail Trailhttp://www.masscentralrailtrail.org

Wachusett Greenwayshttp://www.wachusettgreenways.org

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Special events throughout the sum-mer may include a birthday party for Jake, where everyone shares in a gi-ant birthday cake between innings,

and an ice cream social. Pie-eating contests, fireworks on Fridays, give-aways and a DJ are just a few of the extras that will make summer games worth the ticket price.

When Worcester’s former home-town team, the Worcester Tornadoes, disbanded, there was not another team to take its place. Creedon & Company, Inc., a Worcester-based ca-tering business that had a food tent set up at the field during the team’s heyday from 2005 to 2012, was not content to let a good thing slip away, and so the Worcester Bravehearts team has come to life under the spon-sorship and backing of the Creedon family.

Because of this, said Peterson, the food at home games is sure to be spectacular.

“It’s a natural fit, with the team’s

owners being a catering company,” he said. “You are likely to see some great food specials – from lobster rolls to specialty burgers – mak-ing appearances in the concession stand.”

Sunday games take place at 2 p.m., added Peterson, and he feels that families will particularly enjoy those games, as they will be geared largely toward entertaining the under-12 set.

With ticket prices ranging from $5 to $9, the outing is still sure to be a great value.

“We want parents to know they will not be wasting their money,” he said. “Even if you don’t make it through the game, there is plenty of stuff to do with the kids that they will re-member for a long time.”

sports & adventure

BY AMANDA ROBERGE

Is there anything more American than heading to the ballpark on a summer night? Since the inception of baseball, fans have flocked to games to soak it all in: the hot dogs, the cheering, and the crack of the bat

as the ball sails toward the outfield. If you close your eyes, you can probably feel it now. For fans across Massachusetts, the Worcester Brave-hearts may be the home team they will be root-root-rooting for this summer as the brand new team – com-

prised of 30 high-level college athletes – hits the field as part of the Futures Collegiate Baseball League. Gearing up for their first season, which kicks off on June 4th and continues throughout the summer with 56 games taking place nearly every night of the week, the team has drawn talented ball players from colleges and universities from all over Massachusetts and neighbor-ing states, and some from more distant locations.

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Because businesses can and do change, we recommend calling ahead or visiting the website before you go. To see a more extensive list of Mas-sachusetts Summer 2014 Sports & Adventure listings — and to add to our list — visit baystateparent.com!

BASEBALL

Boston Red Sox. MLB. Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston. boston.redsox.mlb.com.

Brockton Rox. Futures Collegiate Baseball League. Campanelli Stadium, 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton. brocktonrox.com.

Lowell Spinners. Short Season A. Edward A. LeLacheur Park, 450 Aiken St., Lowell. milb.com.

North Shore Navigators. Futures Collegiate Baseball League. Fraser Field, 365 Western Ave. Lynn. nsnavs.com.

Pawtucket Red Sox. AAA Minor League Baseball. McCoy Stadium, 1 Columbus Ave., Pawtucket. 401-724-7300. pawsox.com.

Pittsfield Suns. Futures Collegiate Baseball League. Wahconah Park, 143 Wahconah St., Pittsfield. 413-445-7867. pittsfieldsuns.pointstreaksites.com.

Valley Blue Sox. New England Collegiate Baseball League. Mackenzie Stadium, 500 Beech St., Holyoke. 413-533-1100. valleybluesox.com.

Wachusett Dirt Dawgs, Futures Collegiate Baseball League. Doyle Field, 160 Priest St., Leominster. dirtdawgsball.com.

Worcester Bravehearts. Futures Collegiate Baseball League. Fitton Field, College St., Worcester. worcesterbravehearts.com.

SOCCER

New England Revolution. MLS. 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough. revolutionsoccer.net.

TOURS AND MORE

Fenway Park Tours. 4 Yawkey Way, Boston. Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tours are available year-round and depart at the top of the hour. boston.red-sox.mlb.com/bos/ballpark/tour.jsp.

The Hall at Patriot Place. 2 Patriot Place, Foxborough. Interactive mu-seum honoring the great Patriots in history. 508-698-4800. patriot-place.com/thehallatpatriotplace.

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. 1000 Hall of Fame Ave., Springfield. Family-friendly, interactive museum for basketball fans of all ages. 1-877-4HOOPLA. hoophall.com.

The Sports Museum. 100 Legends Way, Boston. Located on Levels 5 and 6 of the TD Garden. 617-624-1234. sportsmuseum.org.

FAMILY FUN

Abington: Timber Lanes, 460 Bed-ford St. Candlepin bowling. 781-878-0219. candlepin.com.

Acton: The Drome Bowladrome and Arcade, 257 Main St. Candlepin bowling, arcade. 978-263-7638. acton-bowladrome.com.

Agawam: Six Flags, 1623 Main St. Amusement park. 413-786-9300. sixflags.com.

Amesbury: Amesbury Sports Park, 12 South Hunt Rd. Tubing, zorbing. 978-388-5788. amesburysportspark.net.

Amesbury: Leo’s Super Bowl, 84 Haverhill Rd. Bowling. 978-388-2010. leossuperbowl.com.

Ashland: Tasty Treat Miniature Golf, 16 West Union St. Ice cream, mini golf. 508-881-1224, tt-mg.com

Attleboro: Atlantic Golf Center, 734 Newport Ave. Mini golf, driving range, par 3 course. 508-761-5484, atlanticgolfcenter.com

Auburn: Crystal Caves Family Entertainment Center, 790 Southbridge St. Ice cream, batting cages, mini golf. 508-832-0797, crystalcaves.com.

Auburn: Horgan Skating Arena, 400 Oxford St. North. Ice skating. 508-832-7201. fmcicesports.com.

Beverly: Roller Palace, 130 Sohier Rd. Roller skating. 978-927-4242. rollerpalace.net.

Billerica: Rangeway Golf, 44 Nashua Rd. Driving ranges, mini golf. 978-439-0091. rangewaygolf.com.

Bradford: Skateland, 19 Railroad Ave. Roller skating. 978-372-3050. skateland.com.

Braintree: F1 Boston, 290 Wood Rd. Indoor kart racing. 781-848-2300. f1boston.com.

Bridgewater: Bridgewater ice Arena, 20 Bedford Park. Ice skating. 508-279-0600. bridgewatericearena.com.

Brockton: Asiaf Arena, 470 Forest Ave Extension. Ice skating. 508-583-6804. fmcicesports.com.

Brockton: Westgate Lanes, 65 Westgate Dr. Ten pin and candlepin lanes, billiards. 508-583-1297. westgatelanes.com.

Burlington: Burlington Ice Palace, 36 Ray Ave. Ice skating. 781-272-9517. fmcicesports.com.

Cambridge: Lanes & Games, 195 Concord Turnpike. Candlepin and ten pin bowling, game room. 617-876-5533. lanesgames.com.

Cambridge: Simoni Skating Rink, 155 Gore St. Ice skating. 617-354-9523. fmcicesports.com.

Chelmsford: Chelmsford Forum, 2 Brick Kiln Rd. Ice skating. 978-670-3700. fmcicesports.com.

Danvers: Monster Mini Golf, 10 Newbury St. Mini golf, arcade. 978-762-4800. monsterminigolf.com.

Danvers: Sunnyside Bowladrome, 176 Water St. Bowling. 978-774-1983. sunysidebowl.com.

Dedham: Boch Ice Center, 1105 East St. Ice skating. 781-326-0085. bochice.com.

Dedham: McGolf, 150 Bridge St. Driving range, mini golf, ice cream. 781-326-9616. mcgolfonline.com.

Dorchester: Boston Bowl, 820 Morrissey Blvd. Candlepin bowling. 617-825-3800. bostonbowl.com.

Dorchester: Chez Vous, 11 Rhoades St. Roller skating, video games, pool tables. 617-825-6877. chezvousboston.com.

Dudley: Tri-State Speedway, 35 Chase Ave. go-kart track, arcade, mini golf, bumer cars, play place gymnasium, bowling. 508-671-9030. tristatespeedways.com.

East Boston: Porrazzo Skating Rink. Ice skating. 617-567-9571. fmcicesports.com.

East Bridgewater: Viking Rec-reation Center, 607 Bedford St. Candlepin bowling. 508-378-9830. vikingrecreationcenter.com.

East Brookfield: Bogey Lanes, 199 North Brookfield Rd. Candlepin bowling, mini golf, arcade. 508-867-6629. bogeylanes.com

Easton: Golf Country, 530 Turnpike St. Mini golf, batting cages, ice cream. 508-238-6007. golfcountry.org

Everett: Allied Memorial Veterans Rink, 65 Elm St. Ice skating. 617-389-8684.

Fairhaven: Cap’n Barnacles, 2 David Drown Blvd. Mini golf. 508-984-3519. capnbarnacles.com

Fairhaven: Carousel Family Fun Center, 4 David Drown Blvd. Roller skating, mini golf. 508-996-4828. carouselskate.com

Fall River: Driscoll Skating Arena, 272 Elsbree St. Ice skating. 508-679-3274. fmcicesports.com.

Fitchburg: New Palace Lanes, 78 Daniels St., Fitchburg. Candlepin bowling. 978-345-0731. newpalacelanes.com.

Fitchburg: Putnam Street Lanes, 14 Putnam St. Candlepin bowling. 978-343-9664. putnamstreetlanes.com.

Fitchburg: Wallace Civic Center, 1000 John Fitch Highway. Ice skating. 978-665-4938. fmcicesports.com.

Foxboro: Family Fun Way, 2 Washington St. Go karts, mini golf, bumper boats, trampoline. 508-668-4441. familyfunway.com.

Franklin: Ficco’s Bowladrome, 300 East Central St. Candlepin bowling. 508-528-1142. ficcosbowl.com.

Franklin: Pirelli Veteran’s Arena, 910 Panther Way. Ice skating. 508-541-7024. fmcicesports.com.

Gardner: Gardner Ten Pins, 560 West Broadway. Bowling. 978-632-0010. gardnertenpins.com.

Gardner: Gardner Veteran’s Arena, 45 Veterans Drive. Ice skating. 978-632-4310. fmcicesports.com.

Gloucester: Cape Ann Lanes, 53 Gloucester Ave. Candlepin bowling. 978-283-9753. capeannlanes.com.

Hanover: Boston Bowl Hanover, 58 Rockland St. Candlepin bowling. 781-826-5263. bostonbowlhanover.com.

Hanover: Star Land Sports & Fun Park, 645 Washington St. Go-karts, mini golf, laser tag, bumper cars, batting cages, rock wall, arcade. 781-996-3053. starlandhanover.com.

Hanson: Hanson Bowladrome, 171 Reed St. Candlepin bowling.


781-293-9985. hansonathleticassociation.com.

Harvard: Harvard Bowling Lanes, 204 Ayer Rd. Candlepin bowling. 978-456-9361. harvardlanes.com.

Haverill: Academy Lanes, 725 South Main St. Candlepin bowling. 978-372-3102. academylanes.com.

Haverill: Cedarland, 888 Boston Rd. Play center, mini golf, ropes course, rock climbing wall, pool. 978-521-7700. cedarland.net.

Haverhill: Checkered Flag Indoor Karting, 239 Neck Rd. Indoor kart racing. 978-374-7223. checkeredflagindoorkartin.com.

Haverhill: Pilgrim Lanes & Funtime Arcade, 600 Primrose St. Candlepin bowling, arcade, pool tables. 978-372-5802. pilgrimlanes.com.

Hudson: Roller Kingdom, 5 Highland Park. Roller skating, arcade games, laser tag. 978-562-3439. rollerkingdom.com.

Hyde Park: Bajko, 75 Turtle Pond Parkway. Ice skating. 617-364-9188.

Kingston: Alley Kat Lane, 7 Tarkiln Rd. Candlepin bowling. 781-585-2191. alleykatlane.com.

Lancaster: Lancaster Golf Center, 438 Old Union Turnpike. Driving range, par 3 course, mini golf, batting cages, basketball court. 978-537-8922. lancastergolfcenter.com

Lancaster: Roll On America, 90 Duval Rd. Roller skating, laser tag. 978-537-4010. rollonamerica.com.

Leominster: Mason RecreationCenter, 640 North Main St. Candlepin bowling, mini golf, arcade, billiards. 978-537-7064. masonrecreationcenter.com.

Lowell: Brunswick Zone Lowell, 647 Pawtucket Blvd. Bowling, ar-cade, darts. 978-454-0476. bowlbrunswick.com.

Lunenburg: Lakeview Driving Range, 449 Whalom Rd. Driving range, mini golf, batting range. 978-345-7070. lakeviewgolfcenter.com.

Lynn: Connery Ice Rink, 182 Sheppard St. Ice skating. 781-599-9474. fmcicesports.com.

Lynn: Lucky Strike Lanes, 73 Buffum St. Candlepin bowling. 781-592-9100. luckystrikelanes.com.

Lynn: Lynnway Sportscenter, 497 Lynnway. Candlepin bowling.

781-595-5700. lynnwaysportscenter.com.

Malden: Ryan Family Amusements, 11 Charles St. Candlepin bowling. 781-321-1166. ryanamusements.com.

Marlborough: Navin Skating Arena, 451 Bolton St. Ice skating. 508-624-5580. fmcicesports.com.

Marlborough: Trombetta’s Farm, 655 Farm Rd. Mini golf. 508-485-6429. trombettasfarm.com

Methuen: Jay Gee’s Ice Cream & Fun Center, 602 Lowell St. Go karts, mini golf, batting cages, arcade, ice cream. 978-689-0456. jaygees.com.

Middleton: Golf Country, 160 South Main St. Mini golf, batting cages. 978-774-4476. golfcountry.org

Middleton: Paradise Family Golf, 25 Lonergan Rd. Mini golf. 978-750-4653. paradisefamilygolf.com.

Milford: Pinz, 110 South Main St. Bowling, laser tag. 508-473-6611. pinzbowl.com.

Millis: Ryan Family Amusements, 1170 Main St. Candlepin bowling. 508-376-1101. ryanfamily.com.

Natick: Miniature Golf Village Green, 315 Worcester Rd. Mini golf. 508-653-4671. gamesandgolf.com.

Natick: William L. Chase Arena, 35 Windsor Ave. Ice skating. 508-655-1013. fmcicesports.com.

Needham: Needham Bowlaway, 16 Chestnut St. Candlepin bowling. 781-449-4060. needhambowl.com.

New Bedford: Wonder Bowl, 66 Hathaway Rd. Bowling. 508-993-1746. wonderfbowl.com.

Newton: Daly Rink, 4 Nonantum Rd. Ice skating. 617-527-1741. dalyrink.org.

North Attleboro: North Bowl Lanes, 71 East Washington St. Bowling. 508-695-2695. eatdrinkbowl.com.

North Dartmouth: Caddy Shack, 900 State Rd. Mini golf, batting cages, bumper boats. 508-991-7976. caddyshackdartmouth.com.

North Reading: Candlewood Lanes, 35 Main St. Candlepin bowling. 978-664-3145.

Northborough: Sawyer’s Bowladrome, 13 Blake St. Candlepin bowling. 508-393-8032.

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Norwood: Monster Mini Golf, 1560 Boston Providence Hwy. Mini golf. 781-762-3100. monsterminigolf.com.

Norwood: Norwood Sports Center, 65 Cottage St. East. Candlepin bowling. 781-769-0606. norwoodsportscenter.com.

Peabody: Leo’s Metro Bowl, 63 Foster St. Candlepin bowling, arcade, billiards. 978-531-0500. leosmetrobowl.com.

Plymouth: Armstrong Arena, 103 Long Pond Rd. Ice skating. 508-746-8825. fmcicesports.com.

Quincy: O’Lindy’s Bowling Lanes, 170 Quincy Ave. Candlepin bowling, pool, darts, video games. 617-472-3597. olindysbowling.com.

Raynham: Raynham IcePlex, 1568 Broadway. Ice skating. 508-880-3311. fmcicesports.com.

Raynham: Ryan Family Amusements, 115 New State Highway. Duckpin and ten pin bowling. 508-822-2304. ryanfamily.com.

Reading: Burbank Ice Arena, 51 Symonds Way. Ice skating. 781-942-2271. burbankicearena.com.

Revere: Cronin Ice Rink, 850 Revere Beach Parkway. Ice skating. 781-284-9491.

Rockland: Magoo’s, 190 VFW Dr. Mini golf and ice cream.781-871-0210. magoosicecream.com.

Salem: Castle Creek Adventure Land, 100 Swampscott Rd. Go carts, mini golf. 978-825-9056. castlecreekadventureland.com.

Salem: Salem Willows, 167 Fort Ave. Arcade, rides, park, beach, fishing. 978-745-0251. salemwillowspark.com.

Salisbury: Captain’s Corner,75 Main St. Mini golf, batting cages, go karts. 978-465-5700. captainscornerminigolf.com.

Salisbury: Rangeway Golf, 167 Elm St. Mini golf. 978-462-8534. rangewaygolf.com.

Saugus: Golf Country, 860 Broadway. Mini golf, batting cages. 781-231-0032. golfcountry.org.

Saugus: Roller World, 425R Broadway. Roller skating. 781-231-1111. roller-world.com.

Saugus: Route 1 Miniature Golf & Batting Cages, 1575 Broadway. Mini golf, batting cages. 781-233-2811. theorangedinosaur.com.

Seekonk: Monster Mini Golf, 140 Taunton Ave. Mini golf. 508-336-8004. monsterminigolf.com

Seekonk: Fantasyland Family Entertainment Center, 1300 Fall River Ave. Mini golf, rides, games. 508-366-6262. fantasylandminigolf.com.

Seekonk: Seekonk Grand Prix, 1098 Fall River Ave. Mini golf, go karts, arcade, bumper cars, bumper boats. 508-336-8307. seekonkgrandprix.com.

Shrewsbury: Subliminal Skatepark, 590 Lake St. Indoor skatepark. 508-755-6900. subliminalskateboardpark.com.

Somerville: Good Time Emporium, 30 Assembly Square Dr. Go karts, arcade, laser tag, billiards. 617-628-5559. goodtimeemporium.com.

Somerville: Sacco’s Bowl Haven, 45 Day St. Candlepin bowling. 617-776-0552. flatbreadcompany.com.

South Attleboro: Atlantic Golf Center, 754 Newport Ave. Mini golf, par 3 course, pitch and putt. 508-761-5484. atlanticgolfcenter.com.

South Weymouth: Pine Meadow Mini Golf, 1431 Main St.

781-337-9443. pinemeadowminigolf.com.

Spencer: Bayberry Bowling Center, 326 Main St. Candlepin bowling, pool, arcade. 508-885-4876. bayberrybowling.com.

Sterling: Mulligan’s Miniature Golf, 124 Leominster Rd., Sterling. Mini golf. 978-422-5022. mulligansminigolf.com

Stoneham: Hago Harrington’s Miniature Golf, 160 Main St. Mini golf, ice cream. 508-394-6200. hagogolf.com.

Taunton: Aleixo Arena, 1 Honorable Gordon Owen Riverway. Ice skating. 508-824-4987. fmcicesports.com.

Taunton: Silver City Sports Complex, 1 Lawton Ave. Roller skating, indoor soccer. 508-824-4866. silvercitysportscomplex.com.

Taunton: Skaters Edge Indoor Skatepark, 391 West Water St. Indoor skate park. 508-823-4410. skatersedgeinc.com.

Tewksbury: Merrimack Valley Pavilion, 2087 Main St. Mini golf, laser tag, arcade. 978-988-2100. playatmvp.com.


Tyngsboro: Max’s Country Golf, 383 Middlesex Rd. Mini golf, driving range, batting cages, bumper boats. 978-649-2020. maxsgolf.com.

Tyngsboro: Roller Kingdom, 355 Middlesex Rd. Roller skating, arcade, laser tag. 978-649-3439. rollerkingdom.com.

Webster: Mohegan Bowl, 51 Thompson Rd. Candlepin bowling, arcade. 508-949-BOWL. moheganbowl.com.

Wellesley: Babson Skating Center, 150 Great Plain Ave. Ice skating. 781-239-6050. babsonathletics.com.

West Roxbury: Jim Roche Community Arena, 1275 VFW Parkway. Ice skating. 617-323-9512. fmcicesports.com.

Westford: Kimball Farm, 400 Littleton Rd. Ice cream, mini golf, bumper boats, driving range, batting cages, arcade. 978-486-3891. kimballfarm.com.

Weymouth. Connell Rink, 220 Broad St. Ice skating. 781-335-2090.

Whitinsville: West End Creamery and Family Farm, 481 Purgatory Rd. Mini golf, Barnyard Jump, seasonal corn maze. 508-234-2022. westendcreamery.com.

Whitman: Carousel Family Fun Center, 1055 Auburn St. Roller skating. 781-857-1286. carouselskate.com

Woburn: Woburn Bowladrome, 32 Montvale Ave. Bowling. 781-933-1709. woburnbowl.com.

Worcester: Buffone Skating Arena, 284 Lake Ave. Ice skating. 508-799-0910. fmcicesports.com.

Worcester: Skylite Roller Skating Center, 648 Park Ave. Roller skating. 508-791-0774. skyliterollerskatingcenter.com.

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Drowning is responsible for more deaths among children aged 1 to 4 than any other cause except congenital anomalies (birth defects), reports the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC recommends that supervisors of preschool children provide “touch supervision,” meaning they should be close enough to reach the child at all times.

The U.S. Travel Association reports that fewer adults are traveling with children. In 2012, 26 percent of domestic leisure travelers traveled with children under 18 compared with 2008, when 31 percent of adults traveled with children.

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A special bag for new dads, this I’m the Daddy Tote includes a collection of

children’s books perfect for sharing with Daddy. Among

them is The New Dad’s Survival Guide by Scott Mactavish, Just Me and

My Dad by Mercer Mayer and The Daddy Book by

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According to the US Census Bureau, there

are an estimated 70.1 million fathers in the US (based on census figures in 2008, the most recent year for

which data is available).

Happy Father’s Day!

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If you are trying to keep the bugs away, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you don’t use scented soaps, perfumes or hair sprays on your child.

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There are an estimated 214,000 stay-at-home dads in America as of 2013, according to the US Census Bureau. These married fathers with children younger than 15 have remained out of the labor force for at least one year primarily so they can care for the family while their wife works outside the home. These fathers cared for about 434,000 children.

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Inside the Melissa & Doug Clicker Crab beach tote is a pair of Sunangels protective arm sleeves (ages 3-4 years),

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Leapin’ Lizzards! The popular comic strip heroine Little Orphan Annie takes center stage in Annie Jr. Performed at PMD’s

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Summer Spotlight Theatre

With a fantastic Master Faculty line-up!Open to Intermediate and Advanced Dancers. Dancers new to PMD

will be required to take a placement class prior to registering for the Intensive. Daily Ballet/Pointe classes, also master classes in

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Ages 8 through 18

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Full Program Mon, July 21-Fri, August 1

Tuition: Full Program - $525 • 1 Week - $365

2014SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVE

Stage & Musical Direction by

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Mini Dance Camp For Boys & Girls Ages 4-7 Yrs.

ONLY $99!

Fun themed dance games, crafts, and more! Juice box and healthy snacks provided!

Fridays are “Bring a Buddy Day!”- Free camp day for your best “buddy.”

Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Despicable Me Minion Dance CampJuly 14th – 18th

Jungle Dance CampAugust 4th – 8th

Children’s Dance 4 Week SessionThursday mornings in July

Ages 2.3 through 5Only $40.00 per session

Open Ballet ClassesTuesday and Thursday evenings in July

Ages 8 through 10Increase your flexibility • Build your ballet technique

New, fun, and challenging jumps & turns4:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Ballet II

5:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Ballet III$12 per class • Free to all dancers registered for

PMD’s Summer Dance Intensive

Camp I Mon, July 7 - Fri, July 18

Camp II Mon, August 4 - Fri, August 15

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