http://boston.parenthood.com Boston Parents Paper - Guide Science http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/content_files/img_logo_rss.png http://boston.parenthood.com http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station_5.html 1:00 - 3:00 PM Join us in front of the Museum (weather permitting!) for hands-on explorations of weather, science and math. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station_5.html Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:07:11 EDT 617-426-6500 http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

308 Congress St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station_4.html 1:00 - 3:00 PM Join us in front of the Museum (weather permitting!) for hands-on explorations of weather, science and math. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station_4.html Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:07:10 EDT 617-426-6500 http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

308 Congress St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/pbs-science.html Have fun with Ruff Ruffman, host of FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman on PBS, and try some fun, hands-on science experiments inspired by his show. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/pbs-science.html Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:10:34 EDT 508-230-3789 http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org

9 Sullivan Ave.

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station_3.html 1:00 - 3:00 PM Join us in front of the Museum (weather permitting!) for hands-on explorations of weather, science and math. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station_3.html Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:07:10 EDT 617-426-6500 http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

308 Congress St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/salamander-science.html Fee: $6 Adult Members, $8 Adult Non-members, $3 Child Members, $4 Child Non-members. Salamanders play a significant role in a variety of habitats, and trends in salamander populations can be an indication of how well those ecosystems are functioning. Join us in the field to help with one of our salamander monitoring projects and a hands-on chance to learn about some of our local species. Open to adults or families with children ages 10 and up. For more information and to register, call 978.464.2712. Sponsored by Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/salamander-science.html Sun, 02 Jun 2013 19:24:00 EDT 978-464-2712 http://www.massaudubon.org

113 Goodnow Road

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station_2.html 1:00 - 3:00 PM Join us in front of the Museum (weather permitting!) for hands-on explorations of weather, science and math. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station_2.html Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:07:10 EDT 617-426-6500 http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

308 Congress St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/kitchen-science-fireworks-in-a-glass-51abb4c67f1f7.html What do milk, salt, food coloring and straws have in common? They're all kept in the kitchen and they're all great for doing science experiments! It’s Independence Day weekend, and everyone loves fireworks! We’ll be creating our own colorful displays in a glass, using oil and food coloring. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/kitchen-science-fireworks-in-a-glass-51abb4c67f1f7.html Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:23:18 EDT 617-426-6500 http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

308 Congress St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station.html 1:00 - 3:00 PM Join us in front of the Museum (weather permitting!) for hands-on explorations of weather, science and math. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/exploration-station.html Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:23:16 EDT 617-426-6500 http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

308 Congress St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/build-your-own-solar-boat-519e724e80ad7.html swissnexBoston invites you and your family to attend a solar-power education event at the Boston Children’s Museum where kids will build their own solar-powered boat. Then follow the Boston Harbor Walk to see the real thing! PlanetSolar, the world’s largest solar-powered boat will be docked at Boston’s Fan Pier June 22-26. The 113-foot boat features more than 5,000 square feet of photovoltaic cells and produces zero gasoline or CO2 emissions For more information, visit www.planetsolar.org and www.swissnexboston.org/planetsolar. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/build-your-own-solar-boat-519e724e80ad7.html Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:40:06 EDT 781-518-0781 http://www.swissnexboston.org/planetsolar-deepwater-expedition-in-boston

308 Congress St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/image_files/3001052_photo_3071372.jpg 114 86 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366882 Join us for a special Nature Storytime with children's author and artist, Matt Patterson, who will read from his newest book, Daylight Moonlight. This beautifully illustrated book provides a fun way for children to learn about the animals that populate different habitats by day and by night. Matt has painted 22 scenes total, in the forest, desert, underwater, seashore, wetlands, grasslands, mountains, public parks, and even his own backyard. (Copies of Matt's book will be available for purchase in the Museum gift shop.) http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366882 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:04:59 EDT 617.495.3045 http://www.hmnh.harvard.edu/family_programs/index.php

26 Oxford St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/image_files/3011852_photo_3073032.jpg 99 86 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3367022 Join us for a special Nature Storytime with children's author and artist, Matt Patterson, who will read from his newest book, Daylight Moonlight. This beautifully illustrated book provides a fun way for children to learn about the animals that populate different habitats by day and by night. Matt has painted 22 scenes total, in the forest, desert, underwater, seashore, wetlands, grasslands, mountains, public parks, and even his own backyard. (Copies of Matt's book will be available for purchase in the Museum gift shop.) http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3367022 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:04:45 EDT 617.495.3045 http://www.hmnh.harvard.edu/family_programs/index.php

26 Oxford St.

http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/image_files/3011852_photo_3073032.jpg 99 86 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366912 Give a hoot about owls, hawks and vultures in a program presented by New England Reptile and Raptor at 10am. Their goal is to dispel myths and give scientific facts on wildlife. NE Reptile and Raptor use live reptiles and birds of prey for illustrative purposes to focus on educating children about their biology, physiology, and function in the ecosystem. From 12:30 to 2:30pm you’ll also have a chance to dip your hands into touch tanks and hold starfish and other crustaceans! Drop in to the Children’s Museum in Easton for some summer fun every Thursday and Friday July 11 - August 30! No registration is required. All Summer Drop-in Days are weather permitting. The Children's Museum in Easton at (508) 230-3789 or check our website, www.childrensmuseumineaston.org. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366912 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:59:25 EDT 508-230-3789 http://childrensmuseumineaston.org/summer_dropin_august1.aspx

9 Sullivan Ave.

http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366572 Come monkey around with your favorite PBS characters! Visit the Children’s Museum in Easton on Friday July 19 for some science fun from 10am to 3pm. Try some fun hands-on experiments inspired by Curious George and Ruff Ruffman, host of PBS’ FETCH!. There will also be a summer book adventure with Curious George and follow-up FETCH! activity. The stars of both shows, Curious George and Ruff Ruffman will also be making appearances throughout the day and will be on hand for photo opportunities. Drop in to the Children’s Museum in Easton for some summer fun every Thursday and Friday July 11 - August 30! Drop-in Days explore a variety of different fun and educational themes. "Drop in Days" are free with admission and any age can participate. No registration is required. All Summer Drop-in Days are weather permitting. For a complete schedule of the Summer Drop-in Days check out our website www.childrensmuseumineaston.org. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366572 Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:14:06 EDT 508-230-3789 http://childrensmuseumineaston.org/summer_dropin_august1.aspx

9 Sullivan Avenue

http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/image_files/3013342_photo_3072752.jpg 102 86 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3367072 Help us countdown and blast-off! Visit the Children’s Museum in Easton on Friday July 12 for some rocket science fun from 10am to 3pm. Experience what it’s like to be an astronaut by designing and launching a rocket, enduring our space agility course and getting creative with alien masks! Enjoy a book reading inside the museum at 12pm and afterwards create your own space pudding. Drop in to the Children’s Museum in Easton for some summer fun every Thursday and Friday July 11 - August 30! Drop-in Days explore a variety of different fun and educational themes. Each day has its own theme featuring a combination of expert presenters with hands-on arts and crafts and science activities designed for both fun and learning. "Drop in Days" are free with admission and any age can participate. No registration is required. All Summer Drop-in Days are weather permitting. For a complete schedule of the Summer Drop-in Days check out our website www.childrensmuseumineaston.org. http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3367072 Sat, 15 Jun 2013 13:44:46 EDT 508-230-3789 http://childrensmuseumineaston.org/summer_dropin_august1.aspx

9 Sullivan Avenue

http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/image_files/3013342_photo_3073412.png 97 86 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366462 Bring your favorite toy dinosaur, hear a reading of the book, "Siegfried" by author Cookie Nelson, and sing "Happy Birthday" to our favorite stegosaurus! Birthday cake and punch served. Have your photograph taken with Siegfried for a special photo collage to celebrate his 50th birthday in 2014. Free with Museum Admission. Museum Admission: $14 adults, $8 children ages 2-18, $10 seniors and students with ID; free for members and children under 2 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366462 Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:03:01 EDT 508-929-2700 http://www.ecotarium.org

222 Harrington Way

http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/image_files/3006282_photo_3072712.jpg 146 86 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366412 Take your family on a sky-high safari this summer! Experience what it's like to walk in the treetops -- and be a treetop scientist -- on the EcoTarium's Tree Canopy Walkway, the only one in New England. You'll explore the tree canopy 40 feet above the ground, harnessed and clipped to swinging bridges spanning 150 feet, and moving between a series of tree platforms. You'll end your adventure by zipping down to the forest floor in our comfy (and secure) chair harness. All children must be 5 or older and accompanied by an adult. Ages 12 and older can participate without a chaperone. Tree Canopy Walkway sessions last 30 minutes and start on the half hour. For complete instructions on how to prepare for your canopy adventure, visit the EcoTarium's website or call the museum. Schedule: (Weekends only) Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Pricing: $10 (plus museum admission), $8 members http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366412 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:04:54 EDT 508-929-2700 http://www.ecotarium.org

222 Harrington Way

http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/image_files/3006282_photo_3072612.jpg 137 86 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366392 Take your family on a sky-high safari this summer! Experience what it's like to walk in the treetops -- and be a treetop scientist -- on the EcoTarium's Tree Canopy Walkway, the only one in New England. You'll explore the tree canopy 40 feet above the ground, harnessed and clipped to swinging bridges spanning 150 feet, and moving between a series of tree platforms. You'll end your adventure by zipping down to the forest floor in our comfy (and secure) chair harness. All children must be 5 or older and accompanied by an adult. Ages 12 and older can participate without a chaperone. Tree Canopy Walkway sessions last 30 minutes and start on the half hour. For complete instructions on how to prepare for your canopy adventure, visit the EcoTarium's website or call the museum. Schedule: (Weekends only) Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Pricing: $10 (plus museum admission), $8 members http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366392 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:04:54 EDT 508-929-2700 http://www.ecotarium.org

222 Harrington Way

http://boston.parenthood.com/custom/domain_1/image_files/3006282_photo_3072612.jpg 137 86 http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366402 Take your family on a sky-high safari this summer! Experience what it's like to walk in the treetops -- and be a treetop scientist -- on the EcoTarium's Tree Canopy Walkway, the only one in New England. You'll explore the tree canopy 40 feet above the ground, harnessed and clipped to swinging bridges spanning 150 feet, and moving between a series of tree platforms. You'll end your adventure by zipping down to the forest floor in our comfy (and secure) chair harness. All children must be 5 or older and accompanied by an adult. Ages 12 and older can participate without a chaperone. Tree Canopy Walkway sessions last 30 minutes and start on the half hour. For complete instructions on how to prepare for your canopy adventure, visit the EcoTarium's website or call the museum. Schedule: (Weekends only) Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Pricing: $10 (plus museum admission), $8 members http://boston.parenthood.com/event/results.php?id=3366402 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:04:54 EDT 508-929-2700 http://www.ecotarium.org

222 Harrington Way

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