Chicopee-Holyoke
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May 12th through May 19th
Saturday, May 12 through Sunday, May 27 - Frogs A Chorus Of Colors
Opening day at the museum, the exhibit showcases large frogs from all around the world.Learn about different frog habitats. Special activities this weekend for opening day.
Where: Springfield Science Museums 21 Edwards St Springfield MAWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Show UpCost: Free for Springfield residents.For more info: 800-625-7738, mention you saw it in MK.
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Saturday, May 19 - ART WORKSHOP: For Kids & Their Grownups!
The art workshop is on Saturdays from 9:30 - 11:00 AM on May 5, May 12, May 26 and June 2. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Amanda Alves, Artist & Educator is the Facilitator of the event.
Where: Ludlow Community Center, Randall Boys & Girls ClubWhen: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM (May 5, May 12, May 26 and June 2)Who: Ages 3 - Kindergarten & their parentsHow: Registration is April 18 - May 2 SPACE IS LIMITEDCost: Members - $40/child, Residents - $45/child, Non-Residents - $50/child.For more info: For more information please visit: Special Events or contact Katie Mitys: 413-583-2072 x202 Email
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Friday, May 18 - Young Farmers
Children are invited to come help the farmer with taking care of the afternoon chores. Come feed the animals, check for eggs and do other daily chores that make life on the farm so interesting. Parents and younger siblings are always welcome.
Where: Red Gate Farm Education Center, 4 Norman Road, BucklandWhen: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM (Chores start promptly at 4pm.)Who: All AgesHow: No registration necessaryCost: FreeFor more info: For more information or additional questions please contact the Farm Office (413) 625-9503. mail@redgatefarm.org
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May 15th through July 21st
Tuesday, May 15 - Pre-School Story Time
Have fun with preschool story time today!
Where: Chicopee Public Library - Main Library - Children's RoomWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Pre-schoolersHow: No registration is required.Cost: FreeFor more info: Contact: Barbara Pronovost 413-594-1800 x107 bpronovo@cwmars.org
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Saturday, May 19 - Kayak with your Kiddo
Using a tandem kayak is a great way for an adult and child to give paddling a try. As the group explores the special nooks and crannies of Barton Cove, kids can paddle as they are able and parents can provide the power and direction for the boat. The group will begin learning kayaking basics, turning right, left and going straight and then set off across the Cove while singing a classic paddling song. Bring along a snack and drink to enjoy while the group takes a break from the boats and skips stones. Then paddle, explore and return to our starting place.
Where: Northfield Mountain Recreation & Environmental CenterWhen: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AMWho: For ages 7 and olderHow: No prior kayaking experience required. Life jackets will be worn by all participants during the program.Cost: $20 per adult/child pairFor more info: Unless otherwise noted, please call to pre-register for all programs at 1-800-859-2960. Website: www.firstlightpower.com/northfield
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Saturday, May 19 - Fly Fishing with Jim Lafley
Fly fishing has caused writers to wax poetic about life in A River Runs Through It and Fly Fishing Through the Midlife Crisis. Maybe you will be equally inspired during this workshop with Jim Lafley from Federation of Fly Fishers and Trout Unlimited. Jim, who has been teaching for almost 15 years, will guide you through the basics of rods, reels, lines, knots, flies, and general fly fishing etiquette. Casting practice in our front field will include the standard fly cast and roll cast.
Where: Northfield Mountain Recreation & Environmental CenterWhen: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: For ages 12 and olderHow: Unless otherwise noted, please call to pre-register for all programs at 1-800-859-2960. No prior fly fishing or writing experience required.Cost: Fee: $20 Fly fishing Workshops often cost $100+, so this is a very special price and financial assistance is available for those of limited means.For more info: A variety of rods will be available to give participants a feel for different rod lengths and types.
Our Website: www.firstlightpower.com/northfield
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Sunday, May 20 - Face Painting
Come get your face painted!
Where: Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens, 281 Greenfield Rd, South Deerfield, MA 01373When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: KidsHow: Registration is not requiredCost: Free with paid admissionFor more info: http://www.magicwings.com/
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Monday, May 21 - Story Time at The Holyoke Mall with The Holyoke Police Department!
Bring your Children to Story Time and listen to our special guest for a story reading at 11 AM on the upper level near Pottery Barn.
Where: Holyoke Mall, 50 Holyoke Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 - Upper Level near Pottery BarnWhen: 11:00 AMWho: All AgesHow: Registration is not neededCost: FreeFor more info: Phone: 413.536.1441
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Thursday, May 24 - Pajama Story Time
Pajama Story Time is a night time family program. Children are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas and to join us for stories and crafts.
Where: Chicopee Public Library - Main Library - Children's RoomWhen: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMWho: Children and their familiesHow: Registration is not requiredCost: FreeFor more info: Contact: Joan Kendra 594-1800 x107 jkendra@cwmars.org
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Friday, May 25 - Music & Movement for Kids
Music & Movement is a program for children 5 years old and younger. It is a sing-a-long and dance-a-long activity.
Where: Chicopee Public Library - Main Library - Bazan Community RoomWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Children under 5How: No registration is requiredCost: FreeFor more info: Contact: Barbara Pronovost 549-1800 x107 bpronovo@cwmars.org
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Friday, May 25 - Low Tech Gaming for Teens
Play board games and card games and hang out with your friends.
Where: Chicopee Public Library - Main Library - Bazan Community RoomWhen: 2:30 PM - 4:15 PMWho: TeensHow: No registration is requiredCost: FreeFor more info: Contact: Erin Daly 413-594-1800 x102 edaly@chicopeelibrary.org
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Friday, May 25 - Young Farmers
Children are invited to come help the farmer with taking care of the afternoon chores. Come feed the animals, check for eggs and do other daily chores that make life on the farm so interesting. Parents and younger siblings are always welcome.
Where: Red Gate Farm Education Center, 4 Norman Road, BucklandWhen: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM (Chores start promptly at 4pm.)Who: All AgesHow: No registration necessaryCost: FreeFor more info: For more information or additional questions please contact the Farm Office (413) 625-9503. mail@redgatefarm.org
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Saturday, July 21 - The 19th Annual Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival
On Saturday, July 21st, beautiful Look Park comes alive withHighland dancers,Highland pipers and drummers, sheep and duck herding, Scottish dogs and other animals, wool spinners and weavers and lively Celtic music. Celebrate your Scottish heritage – real or coveted – with kilt-wearing, tree-tossing Scotsmen at theHighland athletic games and delight in plates piled high with scones, shortbread, bridies or meat pies.
Where: Look Park, 300 North Main St, Florence, MAWhen: 9:00 AM - 9:30 PMWho: All AgesHow: No registration requiredCost: $16 over 12 years old, $5 6-12 years old, Free under 6. Discount tickets can be purchased online at www.glasglowlands.orgFor more info: www.glasglowlands.org or 413-862-8095
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Caterpillar Turned Butterfly
This is a great craft for learning about butterflies, or use it as a fun spring craft!
Ages: 6 and Up
Here's what you'll need...
• 2 Craft sticks
• 2 Pipe cleaner
• Construction paper
• Scotch tape
• Markers or crayons
• Glue
• Scissors
Here's how you make it...
1. Cut your pipe cleaners to fit onto your craft stick. You'll need enough pipe cleaner to lay along the stick and the some sticking out to make the antennas. Glue the pipe cleaners side by side on ONE of the craft sticks.
2. Cut a piece of construction paper in half, length-ways. Attach the two pieces of ...
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Prepare your child. Talk with your child about nutrition and the importance of developing a healthy body. Together, come up with a family plan, including a list of steps the family wants to take to transition to a more healthful diet. Post the list in a place where everyone can see it.
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Kid Friendly Summer Fun Ideas
Are you ready to celebrate Summer?
Have a spa day at home
Send a message in a bottle or a message on a balloon
Dress up in Mom/Dad’s clothes
Movie night
Bake a delicious snack
Visit a local fire station (be sure to call 1st)
Build a fort out of card board boxes
Run through the sprinkler
Dress up your stuffed animals
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Reviewed by Talia Rashba, age 11
Video review here. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S78fik503mg
This movie was absolutely fantastic! It is packed with a ton of action and humor and will transport you into an amazing supernatural world where it is all about the good guys fighting the bad.
The story is about a group of famous superheroes that come together to defeat the evil Loki, who has stolen a powerful energy cube that he intends to use to take over the world. The superheroes include Iron Man ...
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