Military Heroes Garden of Flags on the Boston Common  Every year, the MA Military Heroes organization plants a garden of 20,000 flags in front of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument on Boston Common to commemorate the Massachusetts service members who have given their lives to defend the United States and our freedom. Boston Common, Boston. Thursday, May 23, 2013 - Sunday, May 26, ... Read More »

Hidden Gardens of Beacon Hill Tour This annual tour offers visitors a rare opportunity to see hidden landscapes and secret pathways behind the brick facades and shutters of historic townhouses. Starts at corners of Charles and Mt. Vernon Street and Charles and Beacon Street. Thursday, May 16, 2013 Boston Kite & Flight Festival A family tradition with thousands of Bostonians ... Read More »

The One Family Music Festival The One Family Music Festival was created to help Boston area families heal after the tragic events surrounding the 2013 Boston Marathon. 100% of the proceeds will benefit ONE FUND BOSTON. Featuring our friend Vanessa Trien, Karen K and the Jitterbugs, Ben Rudnick, and more! 212 Northern Avenue, Boston. Sunday, May 12, 2013 Lilac Sunday ... Read More »

Return of the Swans to The Public Garden Lagoon  Come welcome Boston’s most famous feathered friends back for the season. After wintering at the Franklin Park Zoo, Romeo and Juliet will reside for the summer in the Public Garden. The swans will be returned to the lagoon following a little parade and entertainment. Boston Public Garden. Tuesday, May 7, 2013 Wake ... Read More »

Arts First Festival: Harvard University Harvard’s annual Arts First festival will be held at sites in and around the famed Harvard Yard. Experience over 225 music, theater, dance, film, and visual arts events. Harvard Yard & Environs, Cambridge. Thursday, Apr 25, 2013 - Sunday, Apr 28, 2013 Peter Pan with Cathy Rigby Families and fans have their chance to ‘fly into the ... Read More »

Due to the events in Boston this week, please confirm that any events listed are still scheduled. ICA April School Vacation Week Activities Visit the galleries to see works by contemporary artists including Barry McGee. Then, visit the Bank of America Art Lab for drop-in art-making activities. 100 Northern Avenue, Boston. Tuesday, Apr 16, 2013 - Thursday, Apr 18, 2013 Family Fishing ... Read More »

Swan Boat Rides Peaceful 15 minute paddleboat cruise around the Boston Garden lagoon. The only boats of their kind in the world, inspired by the opera Lohengrin. Boston Common. Saturday, Apr 13, 2013 - Sunday, Sep 15, 2013 The Boston Marathon The Boston Marathon is one of the city’s biggest events of the year, featuring 25,000 elite runners from around the world ... Read More »

Harlem Globetrotters The Harlem Globetrotters are back for a hilarious afternoon of hoop hi-jinx and amazing tricks. During the months of February, March, and into April, a visit to the Globetrotters is a sure thing for family smiles, laughs, and entertainment. TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. Friday, Apr 5, 2013 - Sunday, Apr 7, 2013 Free Cone Day at Ben & ... Read More »

Scooby-Doo Live Musical Mysteries Scooby-Doo and his friends will be solving mysteries and unmasking monsters on stage in the new family musical “Scooby-Doo Live Musical Mysteries.” Chevalier Theatre, 30 Forest Street, Medford. Saturday, Mar 30, 2013 ICA Play Dates: If This Art Wall Could Talk Learn about Haegue Yang’s installation on the Sandra and Gerald Fineberg Art Wall. Then, collaborate ... Read More »

Harlem Globetrotters We can all whistle their famous catchy tune! The Harlem Globetrotters are back for a hilarious afternoon of hoop hi-jinx and amazing tricks. On April 6 and 7, a visit to the Globetrotters is a sure thing for family smiles, laughs, and entertainment. TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. Saturday April 6 – Sunday, Apr 7, 2013 Olympia ... Read More »