Welcome to the FamilyFinds Boston List! Here you'll find a weekly list of things to do with your family around Boston. Some big events, some small ones, some free and some for a fee. Enjoy! Christine Koh is the founder and editor of Boston Mamas, the designer behind Posh Peacock, and writes a personal blog at Pop Discourse. She tweets about it all at @bostonmamas.
(September 5, 10am -- 6pm) -- If you're in town this weekend but are looking for a local adventure, consider a trip northward to Newburyport. The festivities started Friday and will run through Monday and include buskers, crafters, live entertainment, and food. >>Market Square, Newburyport Read More...
(September 7; times vary, see website for details) -- My daughter Laurel still raves about the Cirque du Soleil show we saw last year in Boston. I highly recommend splurging to see this amazing company. For a limited time (September 7-11), Cirque is presenting a show -- Quidam -- about a young girl's escape into a world of imagination. >>Agganis Arena, Boston Read More...
(September 8 -- October 4, 11am-3pm) -- I've always found the transformative nature of origami a little magical and if you want to learn more about the craft, check out the Origami Exhibit and Fest at the Emerson Umbrella Center for the Arts. The exhibit starts September 8 and includes a screening of "Between the Folds" and classes to learn the craft. >>40 Stow Street, Concord Read More...
(September 8, 5-9pm) -- I think it's extremely cool that New Bedford hosts AHA! (Art, History, Architecture), a free monthly arts and culture event. This month's theme is New Bedford cultures and visitors can enjoy arts, stories, and foods whose roots lie in New Bedford. >>New Bedford Read More...
(September 8, evening) -- OK, this is really a pick for the grownups. If your wardrobe needs some sprucing, head out for Fashion's Night Out Boston. Retailers across the city will be staying open late for an evening of fashion and fun. >>Locations vary; see website for details Read More...
(September 10 & 11; times vary, see website for details) -- We had such a fantastic time at The Boston Arts Festival last year! This festival features juried artists, live performance, and kid-friendly artistic demos (my then 6 year old daughter loved learning how to weave on a loom last year). >>Christopher Columbus Park, Boston Read More...
(September 10, 12-7pm) -- The Cambridge Carnival International is a celebration of African traditions. In its 19th year, among the festivities include a grand costume parade accompanied by rhythmic inspiration and a worldly variety of food and crafts. >>Kendall Square, Cambridge Read More...