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196 finds within 3 mi of 02474—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.

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  • Free · Stories & Songs

    Babbling with Books at The Mill Cafe

    Organized by The Mill Cafe

    Wed, Nov 4 · 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM

    Arlington · 0.1 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3

    A pediatric speech-language pathologist leads this free storytime for caregivers and babies from birth through age 2. Caregivers can learn…

  • $ · Stories & Songs

    Circle Time Learning — Semester Class (18 Months–3 Years)

    Organized by The Village Playspace

    Wed, Nov 4 · 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM

    Medford · 2.5 mi

    Ages: 1–3

    A structured preschool-preparation class for ages 18 months–3 years, with songs, stories, games, letter-of-the-day lessons, and hands-on…

  • $ · Active Play

    Play School Drop-Off — Semester Class (Ages 2–4)

    Organized by The Village Playspace

    Wed, Nov 4 · 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Medford · 2.5 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5

    A once-weekly drop-off program for children ages 2–4 who are ready to explore independently. Storytime, group activities, crafts, open…

  • $ · Stories & Songs

    Open Play & Music with Rockabye Beats

    Organized by The Village Playspace

    Wed, Nov 4 · 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

    Medford · 2.6 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    Enjoy open play plus a lively 10:30–11:00 AM performance with Shon from Rockabye Beats. Little ones can sing, dance, move, and learn some…

  • $ · Parenting & Wellness

    Baby + Me Yoga

    Organized by Juno

    Wed, Nov 4 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

    Arlington · 0.7 mi

    Ages: 0–1

    Bring your baby for a welcoming yoga class focused on gentle movement, breathing and time together. Designed for caregivers and babies from…

  • Free · Stories & Songs

    Wednesday Storytime at Moon and Back

    Organized by Moon and Back Bookstore

    Wed, Nov 4 · 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    West Medford · 1.3 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    Stop by Moon and Back Bookstore for a free Wednesday storytime. All are welcome.

  • Free · Stories & Songs

    Jeff Jam Sing-Along at Henry Bear's Park

    Organized by Henry Bear's Park

    Wed, Nov 4 · 11:15 AM

    Arlington · 0.3 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5

    Sing and dance along with local music-time hero Jeff Jam. These high-energy sessions delight little ones and grown-ups alike.

  • Free · Stories & Songs

    PSB Story Hour!

    Organized by Porter Square Books

    Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM – 10:15 AM

    Porter Square · 2.9 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    Join a Porter Square Books bookseller for a Thursday morning picture-book storytime. Children of all ages are welcome, with the book…

  • $ · Parenting & Wellness

    Baby + Me Yoga

    Organized by Juno

    Fri, Nov 6 · 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

    Arlington · 0.7 mi

    Ages: 0–1

    Bring your baby for a welcoming yoga class focused on gentle movement, breathing and time together. Designed for caregivers and babies from…

  • Free · Stories & Songs

    Friday Storytime at The Mill Cafe

    Organized by The Mill Cafe

    Fri, Nov 6 · 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM

    Arlington · 0.1 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Join Ms. Ally for a free Friday afternoon of songs, stories, and crafts at The Mill Cafe. Eventbrite registration is required.

  • Free · Cards & Games

    Pokémon Night

    Organized by Henry Bear's Park

    Fri, Nov 6 · 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

    Arlington · 0.3 mi

    Ages: 5–12

    Bring Pokémon cards to meet and trade with other collectors. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event; the program is…

  • Free · Stories & Songs

    Jeff Jam Sing-Along at Henry Bear's Park

    Organized by Henry Bear's Park

    Fri, Nov 6 · 5:00 PM

    Cambridge · 2.7 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5

    Sing and dance along with local music-time hero Jeff Jam. These high-energy sessions delight little ones and grown-ups alike.

  • Free · Stories & Songs

    Who Has a Pet Guinea Pig? Book Launch with Jan Heng

    Organized by Moon and Back Bookstore

    Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30 AM

    West Medford · 1.3 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Meet Medford author Jan Heng for the launch of Who Has a Pet Guinea Pig?, her fourth book. The founder of Piggy Overnight Camp, a nonprofit…

  • Free · Stories & Songs

    The Brave Blanket Crew Storytime with Erin Murphy

    Organized by Moon and Back Bookstore

    Sat, Nov 7 · 2:30 PM

    West Medford · 1.3 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Meet Medford author Erin Murphy, founder of Comfort Cuddles by Erin, for a reading of The Brave Blanket Crew. Settle in together for a free…

  • $ · Active Play

    Mommy/Caregiver & Me (3–12 Months)

    Organized by The Village Playspace

    Mon, Nov 9 · 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

    Medford · 2.5 mi

    Ages: 0–1

    A nurturing class for non-walking babies ages 3–12 months and their caregivers. Explore developmental activities, social connection…

  • $ · Active Play

    Messy Baby Class (6–18 Months)

    Organized by The Village Playspace

    Mon, Nov 9 · 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM

    Medford · 2.5 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3

    Caregivers and babies ages 6–18 months explore soft, wet, squishy, and dry textures through sensory play with materials described by the…

  • Free · Stories & Songs

    Jeff Jam Singalong at Magpie Kids

    Organized by Jeff Jam

    Tue, Nov 10 · 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

    Davis Square · 2.4 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5

    Sing, dance, and laugh with children's musician Jeff Jam during his free weekly Tuesday sing-along at Magpie Kids. Jeff brings his acoustic…

  • Free · Parenting & Wellness

    Free Infant Feeding Group

    Organized by Juno

    Tue, Nov 10 · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

    Arlington · 0.7 mi

    Ages: 0–1

    Come as you are with your infant and your feeding questions. An IBCLC leads this free, one-hour group for caregivers navigating…

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Families in Arlington have 165 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including The Haunted Maze at Mahoney's Winchester, Wilson Farm Pumpkin Village and Halloween Party + Open Play — Sunday Special Event. Add 31 nearby places to play, eat and stay, and there’s always somewhere new to try. Everything below starts with what’s coming up soonest, so planning the week takes a minute, not an evening.