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Mike the Bubble Man
Eliot-Pearson Children's School at Tufts University invites the community to "Mike the Bubble Man," an interactive 45-minute family show about bubbles that brings magic and science to the stage. Through music, choreography and comedy, bubbles in all shapes and sizes come alive, sparking imagination and wonder. Exploring science through bubbles creates an entertaining learning environment that introduces shapes, color and chemistry. A love of bubbles is never outgrown — especially when there’s a chance to see the world from inside…
Find out more »Medford Family Network Valentine Family Festival
Friends of the Medford Family Network presents a Valentine Family Festival fundraiser for the MFN. Activities include a magic show by Anderson Magic, an appearance by the Queen of Hearts, valentine decorating and crafts, cookie decorating, and face painting. There also will pizza and ice cream. Tickets are $5 per person with a maximum of $20 per family. Children under age 2 are free. All proceeds support the programs of the Medford Family Network. The MFN, a CACHE in Medford…
Find out more »Tufts Youth Philharmonic Family and Children’s Concert
The Tufts University Family and Children's Concert Series presents the Tufts Youth Philharmonic performing music from Beethoven to John Williams' "Star Wars" under the direction of John Page. Free; no tickets required.
Find out more »Matt Heaton Singalong
The Medford Public Library presents Matt Heaton leading a parent-child interactive songfest. Have fun and enjoy singing, clapping, and gentle movement with your baby or toddler! Singalongs are for parents and their children from birth to age 4. Please note that this event will take place at Medford City Hall, in the Council Chambers on the second floor.
Find out more »Japanese Paper Theatre
Would you like to combine creativity, the environment, and global storytelling? The Medford Public Library invites you to join Yumi Izuyama as she demonstrates the art of Kamishibai – a Japanese form of Paper Theater – then stay afterward for a fun STEM challenge. STEM challenge is for children in elementary school but all ages may come and enjoy the Kamishibai performance.
Find out more »Character Breakfast with Curious George
The Medford Family Network presents a Character Breakfast with Curious George, sponsored by the Greater Boston Reading Council. Activities include art, bookmark making, face painting, and storytelling with Mother Goose. There will be free books for children and literacy packets for caregivers. Kids can also get a picture taken with Curious George. Breakfast will include bagels, bananas, fruit cocktail, juice and yogurt. Seating is limited and registration is required. Call 781-393-2106.
Find out more »Peppa Pig Live!
Chevalier Theatre presents the first of two performances of Peppa Pig Live!, featuring your favorite characters as life-size puppets and costume characters in the new live show, "Peppa’s Adventure." Join Peppa on a camping trip to the woods with George and her school friends, including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. With lunchboxes packed and Daddy Pig driving the bus, Peppa and friends are excited about their outdoor adventure, full of singing, dancing, games and surprises. Tickets are $29.50…
Find out more »Peppa Pig Live!
Chevalier Theatre presents the second of two performances of Peppa Pig Live!, featuring your favorite characters as life-size puppets and costume characters in the new live show, "Peppa’s Adventure." Join Peppa on a camping trip to the woods with George and her school friends, including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. With lunchboxes packed and Daddy Pig driving the bus, Peppa and friends are excited about their outdoor adventure, full of singing, dancing, games and surprises. Tickets are $29.50…
Find out more »Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live!
Following the hugely successful “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live: King for a Day” tour that traveled to more than 50 neighborhoods in 2019, Daniel Tiger and all his friends from the beloved Emmy Award-winning PBS KIDS television series are hopping back aboard Trolley for "Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live: Neighbor Day." Daniel Tiger and his family, along with O the Owl, Miss Elaina, Katerina Kittycat, Prince Wednesday, and more familiar friends will take audiences on an interactive adventure to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe,…
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