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We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children. Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week.Portsmouth offers a lot to do for the kids this week, from a fundraising magic show to an old-fashioned dress-up tea party at Glen Farm for ladies only. Here's what we've rounded up for you, so Grab and Go and enjoy! Magically Raising MoneyWhen/Where: Portsmouth High School, Thursday, April 7, Family Show at 6 p.m.Why Go: Magician David Hall perform his comedy magic stage show for a fundraiser to support the Class of 2012.Pricing: $10 at the door Tea and PedigreeWhen/Where: Sunday, April 10, Glen Manor House, Portsmouth, 2 to 4 p.m.Why Go: This is a dress-up event (white gloves optional) …
We've got some don't-miss activities for the family this week, including a free tennis clinic and Native American Craft Fair and Pow-Wow. Let us know what you think of these events and feel free to make your own suggestions in the comment section below. Here are 5 activities to enjoy this week with the kids! Native American Craft Fair and Mini Pow-WowWhen/Where: Saturday, March 26, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Middletown Knights of Columbus, 7 Valley Road.Why Go: Drumming, dancing, storytelling, food and fun. Native American and other items for sale. Hosted by the Aquidneck Indian Intertribal Council, …
What to do this last week of winter? We've rounded up some family-friendly activities for you to consider when you're not outside cleaning the yard or dusting off the cobwebs on the bikes this weekend. Don't forget to wear green on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, and wear red for St. Joseph's Day on March 19! Waggin Tales Story Time at Potter LeagueWhen/Where: Wednesday, March 16, 10 a.m., Potter League for Animals, 87 Oliphant Lane, MiddletownWhy Go: Because kids love animals of course. Potter's humane educator, Lynne Mallonee, will read age-appropriate animal tales to pre-schoolers. There …
There's a wide variety of things to do with your family this week, including celebrating one of the greenest holidays of all—St. Patrick's Day. Here's a look at the fun and musical events happening this week in and around Portsmouth: The Music ManWhen/Where: Portsmouth High School, 120 Education Lane, Portsmouth, March 10, 11, 12 at 7 p.m.Why Go: Presented by PHS Music Department; cast includes students from the high school and middle school.Pricing: $8, general admission; $5 for students and seniors Storytimes with Miss LynnWhen/Where: Barnes & Noble, 1311 West Main Road, Middletown, March …
Welcome to March! Glad you clicked on our new Grab & Go Kids Planner. Look for the kids’ planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips — just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you! Here's our list of fun things to do this first week of March: Family Fun Night at the PlantariumWhere/When: Joseph H. Gaudet Middle School, Tuesday, March 8, 7 p.m., although the doors open at 6:30 p.m. and seating is limited to 60 people so arrive early.Why Go: How great is it that we have a quality …
Hope you're enjoying our new Grab & Go Kids Planner! We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children. Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week. Look for the kids’ planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips — just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you! Here are some ideas for the remainder of the School Vacation Week: Jazz for Kids at Greenvale VineyardsWhen/Where: Thursday, Feb…
