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At a loss for what to do with the kids over the weekend? We've got you covered.The calendar's pages and recent passing of the equinox might all point to spring, but winter doesn't seem quite ready to unclench its icey fist. With snow, sleet and freezing rain in the coming days, here are some indoor events that will keep your antsy one's occupied until we can embrace spring's first warm breath. 1. North Kingstown High School Presents: Career Choices Speaker Series Where/When: North Kingstown High School, 150 Fairway Drive, North Kingstown | Wednesday, March 23 beginning at 7 p.m. Why Go: The lecture will feature presentations from numerous professions exploring students…
We're almost out of winter. Kiss cabin fever goodbye with these five things to do over the weekend. 1. SPIRIT Of The Community Day Where/When: North Kingstown High School, 150 Fairway Drive, North Kingstown | Saturday, March 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Why Go: Celebrate all things North Kingstown at this fun and informative event. Check out our preview article for a taste of what's in store! Pricing: Free. 2. And Now... Mark Twain! Where/When: North Kingstown Free Library, 100 Boone St., North Kingstown | Saturday, March 19 from 3 to 4 p.m. Why Go: Join the NK Library in this fabulously …
Though the mercury is rising, it's not quite yet warm enough to kick the kids outside. Here are some events going on this week that may pique their interests that are well within the boundaries of the season... 1. North Kingstown High School's West Side Story Where/When: North Kingstown High School auditorium, 150 Fairway Drive, North Kingstown | Friday & Saturday, March 11 & 12 at 7 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, March 12 & 13 at 2 p.m. Why Go: The cast and crew of NKHS' "West Side Story" have worked their tails off this winter to put on their rendition of this classic musical. Check out their …
Looking for some good ole bonding time with the family? Say no more. Here are five events relatively close to home for the brood. 1. Angels on Horseback Therapeutic Riding School Holds Chicken Parmesan Dinner & Show Where/When: Knights of Columbus, 1265 Tower Hill Rd., North Kingstown | Friday, March 4 at 6 p.m. Why Go: How can you possibly pass on a chicken parm dinner with pasta, bread and more? Top it off with comedy and magic courtesy of Tommy James, a 50/50 raffle, basket raffle and all to benefit the Angels On Horseback Therapeutic Riding School. Pricing: $20 for adults, $15 for kids …
One more weekend to go until the monsters – I mean, children – are back in school! In honor of the last hoorah, here are a few activities to entertain the kiddies this weekend. 1. Whales In Rhode Island Where/When: North Kingstown Free Library, 100 Boone St. | Saturday, Feb. 26 at 10 a.m. Why Go: Last year, nearly 100 endangered North Atlantic right whales made an appearance in the Rhode Island Sound. Learn if this is a normal occurence from Dr. Robert Kenney, an associate marine research scientist and professor at the University of Rhode Island. Also learn about the history, biology and …
As we discussed earlier today in this week’s Moms Talk, February vacation always poses a challenge to parents across the state. Don’t brainstorm yourself into an aneurysm: Check out this week’s Grab & Go Kids Planner for activities in the area during February vacation. This week… Write Like An Egyptian Where/When: Davisville Free Library, 481 Davisville Road, Wednesday Feb. 23 from 1 to 2 p.m. Why Go: Don’t let the learning stop just because it’s vacation. Join Egyptologist Marilyn Harris to learn fun facts about ancient Egypt and even make a T-shirt with your name … spelled in hieroglyphs! …
Glad you clicked on our new Grab & Go Kids Planner! We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children. Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week. You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.Look for the kids’ planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips — just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us…
