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 »
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Top Picks Via Boston Central: May 13 – May 19
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 »
Top Picks Via Boston Central: May 8 – May 13
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 »
Top Picks Via Boston Central: April 24 – April 30
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 »
Top Picks Via Boston Central: February 20 – February 27
Boston ParkSCIENCE Children’s Festival The Parks Department invites children of all ages to participate in free interactive science themed activities. Participants will explore, observe, and learn in an exciting and fun environment. 1 Circuit Drive, Dorchester. Wednesday, Feb 20, 2013 Shake, Wiggle & Rock at Magic Beans Brookline Shake, Wiggle & Rock is an early childhood, creative movement and music ... Read More »
Sesame Street is coming to town!
Is Elmo a rock star in your house? If so, you and your kids will not want to miss out on Sesame Street Live this weekend in Boston. The show, entitled 1-2-3 Imagine features all your favorite characters from Sesame Street – Big Bird, Ernie, Bert, Cookie Monster, Grover, Abby Cadabby and — yes — Elmo too. There’s singing, there’s ... Read More »
Top Picks from Boston Central: March 28 – April 1
Eric Herman Kids Concert at the Coolidge Corner Theatre Popular kids’ music performer, Eric Herman, known for his YouTube hits (over 30 million views), brings his high-energy interactive concert for kids and families to the Coolidge Corner Theatre, March 31 at 10:30 am. 290 Harvard St., Brookline. Saturday, Mar 31, 2012 Kabuki Dance The Japan Society of Boston is delighted to ... Read More »
Top Picks from Boston Central: March 21-25
The Coolidge Corner Kids’ Show: Beep Music & Movie Show Come sing and dance to your favorite songs with Philip Alexander and the Family Band together with the beloved Oren Rosenthal. Philip and Oren are well known Brookline favorites, and the show promises lots of fun and excitement for all ages, plus a short movie too. 290 Harvard St., Brookline. Saturday, Mar ... Read More »
Top Picks from Boston Central: March 14-18
Coolidge Corner Kids’ Show: Looney Tunes They’re the crown princes of animation. They’re the international ambassadors of cartoon comedy. They’re the fabulously funny friends you grew up with! Join Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tweety and the gang for another fun-filled weekend of classic Warner Bros cartoons at the Coolidge! Saturday, Mar 17 & Sunday Mar 18 @ 10:30am St. Patrick’s Day ... Read More »
Top picks for families via Boston Central: March 6-12
Coolidge Corner Kids’ Show: Davey the Clown Davey’s show includes juggling, amazing magic, incredible unicycling (on a 6-foot unicycle!), wacky antics, balloon sculpture, audience participation, and a rubber chicken! Plus accordion music, and a parade with volunteers from the audience! One hour of entertainment that will keep kids (and adults) convulsed – with laughter. Recommended for ages 2 and up. 290 Harvard ... Read More »