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Everything coming up near you $ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Essem Art Studio
Wed, Nov 4 · 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Charlestown · 1.6 mi
Ages: 3–5, 5–12
Young artists ages 4–7 can explore sketching, painting, mixed media, collage, printing, and process art with Miss Sophia. Projects…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Essem Art Studio
Wed, Nov 4 · 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Charlestown · 1.6 mi
Ages: 5–12
Artists ages 7–10 build sketching skills, explore mixed media, and develop creative confidence in a supportive environment with Miss…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Allo Boston
Thu, Nov 5 · 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Charlestown · 1.3 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Enjoy a morning of indoor play at Allo Playground in the Charlestown Navy Yard, with access to the climbing gym and Allo Playroom. The…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Essem Art Studio
Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Charlestown · 1.6 mi
Ages: 1–3
Children ages 14–30 months get a joyful introduction to brushes, tools, color, shapes, painting, and other art processes. A 20–25 minute…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Little Groove Music & Art
Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Charlestown · 1.9 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5
Children ages 6 months to 4 years can explore toys, building materials, a basketball hoop, imaginative-play areas, and plenty of room to…
$ · Special Event
Organized by Bringing Up Baby
Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
South Boston · 2.5 mi
Ages: All ages
Capture your child’s profile in a hand-cut silhouette when Bringing Up Baby welcomes a visiting silhouette artist for one day. Book a…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Little Lovage Club
Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
South End · 2.8 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Children ages 1½–4 create with Miss Emily through mixed-media art and rotating sensory activities. Smocks are provided, but families should…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Essem Art Studio
Thu, Nov 5 · 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Charlestown · 1.6 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Children ages 2–5 explore painting, arranging, coloring, collage, and other art processes with age-appropriate creative choices. About 30…
Free · Stories & Songs
Organized by Henry Bear's Park
Thu, Nov 5 · 11:00 AM
Charlestown · 2.5 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.
$ · Active Play
Organized by Little Lovage Club
Thu, Nov 5 · 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
South End · 2.8 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Children ages 1½–4 explore movement with Miss Emily through simple yoga poses, music, and imaginative play. The playful class supports…
Free · Parenting & Wellness
Organized by Nurture by NAPS
Thu, Nov 5 · 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Charlestown · 1.5 mi
Ages: 0–1
Bring your baby and your feeding questions to this free, one-hour parent support group. A registered nurse with lactation expertise can…
Free · Active Play
Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families
Thu, Nov 5 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Charlestown · 1.9 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Make space for an afternoon of play at BCYF Charlestown. Children ages 1–5 can explore age-appropriate activities, spend time with other…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families
Fri, Nov 6 · 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM
North End · 1.4 mi
Ages: 1–3
Make time for a toddler morning in the North End. BCYF Nazzaro Community Center's fall schedule includes Toddler Time in its…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Allo Boston
Fri, Nov 6 · 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Charlestown · 1.3 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Enjoy a morning of indoor play at Allo Playground in the Charlestown Navy Yard, with access to the climbing gym and Allo Playroom. The…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Little Lovage Club
Fri, Nov 6 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
South End · 2.9 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Soccer Shots combines soccer skills, active play, and character building for children ages 2–4. Age-appropriate games at Peters Park help…
Free · Active Play
Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families
Fri, Nov 6 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Charlestown · 1.9 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Make space for an afternoon of play at BCYF Charlestown. Children ages 1–5 can explore age-appropriate activities, spend time with other…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Minni
Fri, Nov 6 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Beacon Hill · 2.4 mi
Ages: 5–12
Let's get cozy! Artists ages 8 to 12 will get create and sew their own fuzzy friends! A Minni instructor will provide gentle guidance on…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Essem Art Studio
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Charlestown · 1.6 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Little artists ages 1.5–4 explore new art materials and processes with age-appropriate choices that build confidence and self-expression…
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