Live Animals

Exploring the Salt Marsh

Kids and families will learn about the marsh habitat with ECGA and North Shore Nature Programs in this this fun, easy tromp across the marsh

Greenbelt and North Shore Nature Programs present Exploring the Salt Marsh! On this fun, easy tromp across the marsh, we'll look at the different plants, invertebrates, and birds that live there! This event is for families--children and adults of all ages welcome. Wear muck boots or shoes that can get wet and muddy and bring some water to drink. We recommend long pants, tucked into your socks or boots to keep ticks and other bugs from biting. Bathrooms are available on site (provided the CDC, state, and town regulations allow for public visitation at this date). FREE!

When:

Saturday, April 8, 2023 10-11:30am

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Beverly's New Year Celebration 2022

Ring in the New Year with your family in Downtown Beverly Ma with a kid's new year countdown, entertainment, food, arts, crafts and all kinds of fun family events!!

Bring your family to Downtown Beverly for a safe, fun, family-oriented New Year Celebration. There's all kind of activities and events planned in and around the Beverly's Downtown area that are designed to entertain and keep families engaged throughout the afternoon.

When:

Saturday, December 31, 2022 3-7:30pm

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Seasonal Kid Craft Day at Veasey Park

Seasonal Kid Craft Day at Veasey Memorial PArk in Groveland, MA

Create colorful corn, pinecone turkeys, and more at Veasey Park! A great way to decorate your Thanksgiving table. Great for ages 3 and up!
All supplies will be included. Tickets are $10 per family. Register and pay online or at the door.

When:

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 1pm

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STEAM for Kids | Monarchs and Wilkweed

Spring STEAM activities for kids at Veasey Memorial PArk in Groveland, MA focused on plants that attract butterflies

Poisonous Plants, Endangered Insects, and Beneficial Bombs! Huh?!
When are bombs beneficial? How can toxic plants actually help and support an endangered species? Join us to learn more about Monarchs and Milkweed, make native milkweed seed bombs, and, while they dry, craft Butterfly Suncatchers. Take the suncatchers home or help us adorn Veasey's enclosed porch! When the seed bombs are dry, you can take them home or toss them into the field at Veasey Park.

When:

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 2:30-4pm

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STEAM for Kids at Veasey Park

Spring STEAM activities for kids at Veasey Memorial PArk in Groveland, MA

Drop-in during one of our sessions! $10 / family will include everything you need! Ages 3 & up. Caregivers are responsible for children during activity, and may need to help children with some of the steps. Online ticket sales will end a day before the scheduled class. If you are unable to make it to the event, and would like a take home kit, please get in touch!

When:

Tuesday, June 7, 2022 1-2:30pm

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Reading to Thor the Library

The G.A.R. Memorial Library Massachusetts Library's reading therapy dog is looking for kids to read to him!

The G.A.R. Memorial Library invites kids of all ages to come read to Thor, the library's reading therapy pet! Thor's a great listener and would love to hear your story, so come sign up in poerson at the library!

When:

Thursday, January 23, 2020 4-5pm

Location:

The G.A.R. Memorial Library

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Explore the Pond at Bradley Palmer

Join the park interpreter exploringt he ponds of Bradley Palmer State Park in Massachusetts!

What kinds of fascinating creatures live in or visit the ponds? Come and visit with the Park Interpreter to see if any creatures are stirring, and if any plants are flowering. For ages pre-K and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

When:

Fridays June, 3, 17 & 24, 2022 9-11am

Location:

Bradley Palmer State Park

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Reading with Farm Animals at NPL

Celebrate the start of the Summer Reading program with a visit from the animals of Carriage Shack Farm.

NPL is celebrating the start of the Summer Reading program with a visit from the animals of Carriage Shack Farm. From 1-4 p. m. , visit the front lawn of the Library to sign up for Summer Reading and visit with a variety of animals, including goats, chickens, and a pony! If you cannot join us in person, you can still sign up for Summer Reading via the Beanstack app! Ask a librarian for more details.

When:

Saturday June 11, 2022 1-4pm

Location:

Newburyport Public Library

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Outdoor Ecology for Families: Backyard Ecology

Kids and families are invited to come explore the Ecology of the back yard with naturalists from the Joppa Flats Education Center in Newburyport.

It is summer! Join us in the riverside yard at Joppa Flats to learn about wildlife in the salt marsh, pond, rocky shore, and backyard habitats! You'll identify wild creatures, design small habitats, participate in small group challenges, and more. Sign up for one or all and see nature through the lens of a naturalist!

When:

Thursday, August 4, 2022 1-3pm

Location:

Joppa Flats Education Center