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Preschoolers, Toddlers & Little Kids Events South Shore Boston Oct 28th Week 2024

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What to do with the little kids this week for this last week of October   We got all the fun activities’ and events!   From captivating story hours to colorful arts and crafts, interactive playdates to outdoor adventures, our preschooler & toddler  calendar is a gateway to a vibrant world of growth and development for your kids

Most of the library events are open to non residents!  Chose a different Storytime or playtime in a different town  if registration is needed we will let you know

 

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Preschoolers, Toddlers & Little Kids Events South Shore Boston Oct 28th Week 2024

South shore Fall fun events 

Are you looking for  programs for your little ones to sign up for

Grand Opening Alert New Playspace in Norwell Happy Hearts  we got a sneak peek! 

Sports Programs  South Shore Sports Center Hingham got tot programs

Cheer Factor Hanover & Norton  See their fall program  

Missy’s Movement  Dance Studio
💕 SPREADING JOY THROUGH DANCE   Dance classes in Quincy and Hingham.  Providing dance education in both public and private schools.

Sing Explore Create Hanover Music Therapy and Creative Arts Wellness for all phases of life  make sure you sign up for their Sensory Santa experience

Year Round Swim Lesson in Plymouth, Raynham, Providence and Sandwich at AquaSafe 

SELA: The International Private School   Where Language Excellence Meets Academic Achievement! 📚🌍 Discover Southeastern Massachusetts’ First Spanish Immersion Academy Locations in Hingham & Norwell

Kids Birthday Guide 

Monday October 28th   things to do South Shore Boston MA

East Bridgewater Library  Messy Mondays  9am-12pm   Join us for some messy fun!  Sensory bin free play, 9:00-12:00.  All ages, no registration. Caregiver supervision required.  Repeats thru the end of October for Columbus day

Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell  NEW PLACE  9-1230PM

Kidz World North Attleboro 930am-8pm open play 

Maplewood Easton Indoor/Outdoor Playground open play 930-12pm & 130-5pm  trick or treating 

KidsWorld Hingham Open Play 930-1230pm 

Braintree Library 10am  &   11am sessions   Halloween Storytime with books, songs, movement and a craft with Miss Elisabeth. Best for ages 2 1/2 to 4, but open to children of all age. Children may wear costumes if they want. Held in the Children’s Room.

Hanover Library  10:15am  Story Time for 3- and 4-year-olds
Picture books, big books, flannel board stories, rhymes with movement, and more repeats weekly thru Nov 4th

🦖 Step Back in Time with Jurassic Quest! 🦖  Ready for a dino-mite adventure? 🌋 Bring the whole family to the Jurassic Quest Dinosaur event in Providence in November and get up close with life-sized, roaring dinosaurs! 🦕 This immersive experience is perfect for dino lovers of all ages.  Snag tickets now 

Rockland Library Tots & Tunes  1030am 
Please join us for stories, songs, flanne lboard stories and stamps.  This program is geared for babies and toddlers ages 0-3. Older children and siblings are welcome.  No registration is required.  Repeats weekly except for Monday holidays thru Dec 16th

THIS IS a game-changing Stuffed Animal Organizer that every MOM has been dreaming of! 🐻🦁🐰 

Abignton Library Toddler drop in storytime & play  1030am Join Miss Sandy (or Miss Heidi, or Mrs. Grimmett) every Monday morning at 10:30 AM this fall for our drop-in toddler time program! Toddler Time is a 20-minute program consisting of short stories, songs, scarf waving, egg shaking, and a puppet visit. This program is best suited for children ages 0-3. Monday Drop-In Toddler Time is on any Monday we are open. Our Toddler Times are funded by the Friends of the Library.

Hanover Library  11am  Patty-Cake for Babies  Nursery rhymes with movement, board books, finger plays and more for babies newborn to 17 months with a parent/caregiver.    Drop-in, no registration needed.  repeats weekly thru Nov 4th

 

Hanover Library  Kids Yoga  11am  Miss Christine from Little Bee Yoga Co. is excited to share the magic of yoga with John Curtis Library families!! Partner with your little yogi in super fun poses, games, music, stories, breathing exercises, meditation, and guided relaxations that help to strengthen their bodies, minds and souls… We’ll bark in downward dog, meow in cat pose and roar in lion pose while we take a yoga journey that you and your child will never forget! This fun class provides a beautiful bonding experience between the adult and child. Each class is 45 minutes. The class is geared toward children ages three to six years, but all ages are welcome to participate. runs weekly thru Nov 4th

Randolph Library   Toe Jam Puppet Band with Halloween Trick or Treat  6pm Get set for a spine-tingling night of music and laughter at the Toe Jam Puppet Band Halloween bash! Geared towards kids and families, this event guarantees a hair-raising blend of eerie and goofy with a rockin’ beat. Stick around after for a trick or treat around the library!

Tuesday October 29th   things to do South Shore Boston MA

Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell  NEW PLACE  9-1230PM

CheerFactor Norton drop in  Tuesday: Mommy & Me 9-9:45 AM | Open Play 10-11 AM | Preschool Tumble 11:15-12 PM

Kidz World North Attleboro 930am-8pm open play 

Maplewood Easton Indoor/Outdoor Playground open play 930-12pm & 130pm -5pm 

KidsWorld Hingham Open Play 930-1230pm 

Rock-a-Bye Baby Storytime with Mrs. Miller – at Quincy Public Library 930am 
An introduction to stories, songs, nursery rhymes and gentle movement exercises for very young children, ages 4-11 months, accompanied by an adult. Repeats weekly thru the end of October

Toddler Storytime  Quincy Library  Adams Shore for ages 2-3  10:00—10:45 AM
Join Miss Lori for Toddler Storytime at Adams Shore! This program for two- and three-year-olds and their caregivers introduces simple stories and concepts to young children. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and felt board activities will be used to reinforce concepts. repeats weekly thru end of October

Halloween Story Time with Apryl at Bridgewater Library  10am Join us for stories and music followed immediately by trick-or-treating through the library! Come in costume if you like!  Recommended for ages 2-5.   No registration required.

Milton Library 10am   Halloween Jamboree, Ages 0-5

10:00 AM – 11:45 AM  Happy (early) Halloween! Visit the Library to enjoy Halloween- themed activities – and to show off your costume! Kick the festivities off with Ms. Tory for a Halloween storytime at either 10:00AM or 10:45 AM in the lower level Keys Community Room (please see Ms. Tory’s Stories event descriptions for more details). Then, travel to each service desk in the Library for some trick-or-treating, and end your journey in the Children’s Room for a craft!   No registration is required. Thank you to the Friends of the Milton Public Library for sponsoring this event.

West Bridgewater Library  Storytime/crafts w/ Ms. Nanette  1030am
Join Ms. Nanette for a seasonal story and craft (not spooky). Great for age 3+ Max 16 little patrons PLEASE REGISTER ONINE TO ENSURE THAT THERE ARE ENOUGH SUPPLIES.

Wiggleworms in the Garden Easton Library  1030am 
Awestruck toddler, eyes filled with wonder, wearing butterfly wings
Best for mobile toddlers, Wiggleworms storytime features songs, rhymes, and a story or two to keep little ones engaged. This program meets every Tuesday at 10:30 AM in Queset Garden with Miss Alyisha. It runs for about 30 minutes. Don’t forget to bring your blanket (or chairs) and a light jacket. No registration required and all families are welcome! runs weekly thru the end of October   In the event of rainy &/or soggy weather, story time will meet in the Children’s Room

Pembroke Library storytime 2-5 ages  1030am  Toddlers (ages 2 to 5) and their caregivers can enjoy an interactive storytime with songs, dances, and a story that encourage language development and social skills. Each themed storytime is followed by a craft.  Repeats weekly thru Dec 17 2024

 

CheerFactor  Hanover Tuesday drop in : Preschool Tumble 11-11:45 AM | Open Play 12-1 PM

Hanson Library  4-5pm LEGO Builder Club (All Ages CALLING ALL MASTER BUILDERS!  Join us to create and connect with new friends!  Each week we will host a new theme and then display our works in the library lobby cases The challenge this week: Happy Halloween! Can you make a Halloween costume or accessory out of LEGOs?Drop in, preregistration not required. This is not a librarian led program. Young children must be supervised by an assigned caregiver at all times.

 Yourigami play couch- it’s a nugget dupe. 

 

 

Wednesday October 30th things to do South Shore Boston MA

Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell  NEW PLACE  9-1230PM

Kidz World North Attleboro 930am-8pm open play 

Maplewood Easton Indoor/Outdoor Playground open play 930-12pm & 130-5pm

KidsWorld Hingham Open Play 930-1230pm 

CheerFactor  Hanover Wednesday drop in  Homeschool Open Play 9:30-10:30 AM | Preschool Tumble 10:45-11:30 AM | Open Play 11:30-12:30 PM

Hanson Library Halloween Trick or Treat Parade (All Ages)  1oam   Join us in your favorite Halloween costume and trick or treat around the library! All ages.

Braintree Library Family Yoga for Little Ones 10:15am 
Join experienced yoga instructor Jennifer Lyn to stretch and breath deep. Jennifer returns with session of mindfulness, relaxation, games and simple yoga poses for kids. This class will be fun and engaging for kids 1-5 years old. Siblings are welcome.  Please bring a yoga mat, towel or use library carpet square. No registration is needed .Instructor Jennifer Lyn is the owner of Nurtured Roots LLC and is an experienced wellness coach, Yoga and Mindfulness Instructor.  Program made possible by the use of State Aid Funds.  Repeats weekly thru Dec 18th

Raynham Library storytimes 2-5 ages 1030am     Join us for stories, songs, and fun!  Ages 2-5.  Everyone is welcome!  repeats weekly  thru Nov 6th

Braintree Library  Baby and Me Movement & Mindfulness  11am   Join Jennifer Lyn in this Baby & Me movement and mindfulness classs. Jennifer offers a warm and supportive environment for parents and caregivers to connect with their newborns and infants, as well as with other adults in their community, through gentle movement, song and discussion.  Class is for newborn babies to pre-crawling and their parents/caregivers. No registration is needed.  Repeats weekly thru Dec 18th

 Melissa & Doug Sticker Wow!™ 24-Page Activity Pad and Sticker Stamper, 300 Stickers this would be a great stocking stuffer 

Kids eat Free at Barretts  on Wednesdays  

Kids Eat free at ocean’s grill in Marshfield on Wednesday 

 

 

Thursday October 31st   things to do South Shore Boston MA

Halloween day 

Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell  NEW PLACE  9-1230PM

Cheerfactor  hanover drop in  Thursday: Mommy & Me 9:30-10:15 AM | Open Play 10:30-11:30 AM | Preschool Tumble 11:45-12:30 PM

Cheer Factor Norton  Thursday: Homeschool Open Play 9-10 AM | Preschool Ninja 10:15-11 AM | Open Play 11-12 PM

Kidz World North Attleboro 930am-8pm open play 

KidsWorld Hingham Open Play 930-1230pm 

Maplewood Easton Indoor/Outdoor Playground open play 930-12pm & 130-5pm trick or treat 

Little Boo at the Buttonwood Zoo in New Bedford  10am

Baby Sing and Play at West Bridgewater Library 10;15  This is a lap-sit program of music, movement and stories for babies birth to 24 months. Registration now required repeats thru 10/31

Hingham Library  Music & Movement with Rebecca (ages 4 and under)
Thursday, October 31, 2024 1015am
Join Miss Rebecca for a class filled with music and movement. Rebecca is a musician who has a background in theater, music and improve. She is bringing her multiple talents to our library. Sing along to original songs and family favorites, as well as play with her collection of instruments. Great program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Baby Lapsit babies to 2 yr old Pembroke Library 1030am Designed for babies and toddlers from 6 to 24 months, Lapsits are a great chance for caregivers to bond with their child. Each 30-minute program includes stretches, songs, and rhymes followed by an open play time that allows babies to play and grown-ups to chat. repeats thru Dec 19th except for Thanksgiving

 

Randolph Library 1030am  Come bounce with us on Thursdays at Bouncing Tots! Created for little ones aged 0-3, accompanied by an adult, get ready for a jolly storytime adventure! Sing along, pick up sign language, dive into stories, and tons of other exciting activities. No need to sign up – just hop on in!  repeats thursday thru end of June except for Thanksgiving

Easton Library  1030am Halloween Family Storytime in the Garden Family Storytime is perfect for preschoolers but fun for the whole family! Sing favorite songs & rhymes and enjoy a few stories each week. This program meets every Thursday at 10:30 AM in Queset Garden with Miss Alyisha. It runs for about 30 minutes. This week’s storytime is Halloween-themed! Wear your costume and stay afterwards to do a black-cat-walk across the stage. Drop by each desk inside the library to say “Trick-or-Treat!”

Remember to bring your blanket (or chairs) and a light jacket. No registration is required and all families are welcom

We will be publishing our weekend calendars today as well!

Plymouth Halloween on Main st 3pm 

 

 

Friday November 1st    things to do South Shore Boston MA

Melissa & Doug take a long travel train set table   As a mom of a 2 year old son who hates having a mess this was a MUST! I love how it folds up and all the pieces fit within it. It is also perfect for on the go as well! It is great quality and the pieces are actual wood & not cheap and thin!

Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell  NEW PLACE  9-1230PM

East Bridgewater  Library  LEGO FREE PLAY!  All day Fridays (9:00-4:45)
All ages welcome!  No registration. Drop in.  Come be creative at the library! run weekly thru the end of December

Kidz World North Attleboro 930am-8pm open play 

this is expected to the top toy for the holiday season Little Live My Really Real Puppy 

Maplewood Easton Indoor/Outdoor Playground open play 930-12pm & 130-5pm

KidsWorld Hingham Open Play 930-1230pm 

Stoughton Library  10:00 AM Baby Storytime for ages 0-24 months  This interactive program is for babies from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Join Ms. Amy & Ms. Stacey for a high energy storytime filled with songs, short stories, felt board activities and fingerplays. No Registration required.  Repeats weekly thru Nov 22nd

Braintree Library Playroom Drop in Playgroup 10am   Families and caregivers may stop in on Fridays anytime between 10:00 am and noon for informal fun with other young children. Little ones, ages infant to four, can enjoy Duplos, extra Train Tracks and Train Table , MagnaTiles, and puzzles.  

Hanson Library  10am  Music & Movement (Ages 0-5)  Drop in for stories and songs with Miss Kate!

 

Elements Academy   Braintree Come have fun at the Boo Bash! There’s something for everyone of all ages.
Come from 3-5pm for family fun – good for all ages!
Come from 6-8pm for spookier fun – great for tweens / teens / and adults who like a scream

Carver haunted house 6-9pm The Friends of Carver Youth Arts and Athletics and the Carver Recreation Committee are bringing you back the Carver Haunted House with more scares for the 4th  year in a row! October 25th 26th, Nov 1& 2  Be prepared to be SCARED with a new walk through and new scenes. Brave souls of all ages are welcome to come through the CREEPY Old Fire Station in Carver… but it may be too scary for little ones. The actors will not touch any guests, and expect the same courtesy in return… but WATCH OUT even returning victims won’t know what’s around the next corner. BOO!
Food and Beverages will not be allowed inside; photos and videos inside are also not permitted.
Cookout style concessions will be available out side before or after your scare.  Nov 1st and 2nd as well

 

Boston Lights at Franklin Park Zoo 6pm