Playground Guide: Playscape at Ripley and CIP's Accessible Playground
This article includes two playgrounds, both located at 120 Meriam Road. The Playscape at Ripley is…
Bring the Family to the 39th Annual Lowell Folk Festival July 24-26
Did you know one of the largest Folk Festivals in the country takes place right here in Lowell? From Fri…
What Kids Can Do & Learn at the Discovery Museum in Acton
My family’s favorite way to spend a rainy day is at a museum, and this weekend we checked out the D…
July 4th Festivities in the Acton-Lexington Area
Here's our list of 2026 Independence Day celebrations and fireworks in the Acton-Lexington area! &nbs…
Playground Guide: Justin Park in Lexington
Justin Park 17 Justin Street Lexington MA 02420Date/time visited: Friday, May 15th 2026 at 10:00AMBathroo…
Free Freshwater Fishing Weekend in Massachusetts June 6-7 2026
The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife has set the weekend of June 6-7 2026 as a
Free Fis…
Playground Guide: Garfield Park in Lexington
Garfield Park51 Garfield StreetLexington MA 02420Date/time visited: Friday, May 15th 2026 at 11:30AMBathr…
Free Friday Commuter Rail Rides = Summer Adventures for Families!
Planning summer family adventures just got a lot more affordable! The MBTA is offering free Commuter Rail…
Family-Friendly Memorial Day Weekend Events in our Area
Memorial Day weekend means sunshine (we hope!), BBQs, and an extra day off with your favorite people. Whe…
Patriots Day Weekend Guide
Patriots Day is a special holiday in our area, and there are all kinds of historical events to commemorat…
Lowell Spinners Baseball is Back! Game Tickets Now on Sale
Baseball is back in Lowell! The Lowell Spinners are returning to LeLacheur Park with a fresh new chapter,…
April Vacation Programs, Camps & Activities in Acton-Lexington Area
April school vacation is approaching quickly! Do you have plans lined up for the kids? If you…
It's Maple Sugaring Time!
We are fortunate here in New England to have a plentiful supply of sugar maple trees, which produce sap t…
February Vacation Programs, Camps & Activities
February vacation looms -- where will your kids be? If you're taking the week off too, what kin…
Family-Friendly Winter Festivals Near the Acton-Lexington Area
Winter in New England offers plenty of opportunities for families to celebrate the beauty and fun of wint…
A to Z Guide to Winter Break FUN!
This festive time of year includes a long holiday break from school -- time at home that is simultaneousl…
Holiday Events and Santa Sightings in the Acton-Lexington Area
Here's our list of local Holiday events in Acton, Concord, Carlisle, Bedford, Boxborough, Maynard, Li…
Family Fun Awaits at King Richard’s Faire through Oct 19 [GIVEAWAY]
See below for a ticket giveaway!Step into a world of knights, jesters, and merry mayhem at King Richard&r…
Polar Express & Holiday Train Ride Guide for MA, NH & Beyond
Christmas and the holiday season are all about making memories and holiday magic. I remember only a…
Experience the Magic of a Family Whale Watch Trip! ~ GIVEAWAY
See below for a ticket giveaway!Going on a whale watch is one of our favorite family activities. I have s…
Printable Summer Bucket List for a Summer Full of Fun
There's no need for the kids to say "I'm bored" this summer with our Summer Bucket List…
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