Kids of all ages are welcome to paint this canvas during a jolly session with Santa. Children ages 5 and older may participate with an accompanying adult. An instructor guides participants step by step as they create their own painting.
New Bedford Free Public Library will offer a Youth Services Junk Journal Workshop from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6. Participants will create a personalized junk journal using found and recycled materials. This free program is open to youth ages 8 and older while supplies last. Registration is not required.
A Lilo & Stitch–themed luau pool party is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 24, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Seaport Resort and Marina. Activities include swimming, singing, dancing, games, and glitter tattoos. A meet-and-greet with Stitch is planned. Admission is $30. Only 50 tickets will be sold. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Questions can be […]
On Monday, Feb. 9, at 10 a.m., The Zeiterion presents a schooltime performance of "This Can Be You – Wind Edition" by STEAM the Streets. The performance marks a homecoming for co-creator and performer DJ Anghelli. Created for middle and high school students, the production blends music, movement, storytelling, and STEAM visuals. Student voice drives […]
Season of Making is a full-day February Vacation program for young artists, priced at $315 for members and $350 for non-members. Students explore creativity, imagination, and self-expression through hands-on art making. Participants experiment with a range of materials and techniques. The daily agenda includes lessons with teaching artists, followed by open studio time, creative games, […]
Travel back in time during February school vacation week at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Each day features themed activities, hands-on crafts, story times, and an afternoon movie. Museum highlights include the Lagoda whaling ship, Kid’s Corner play space, Sailor’s Nook pretend play area, interactive sand table, whale skeletons, and more. Monday, Feb. 16 | […]
Mobile Adventures hosts a free family program on winter hydrology from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 21. Children and caregivers can learn about how water moves through the seasons, focusing on what happens when temperatures drop. Activities include experiments with snow, a look at the subnivean zone beneath the snowpack, and simple lessons […]
Tuesday After School Art Club meets weekly and introduces young artists to a mix of creative techniques and materials. Projects range from canvas painting and clay sculpting to mixed media and other hands-on activities. All supplies are included. The fee is $25 per session. Kids build confidence, make friends, and explore self-expression. Families may register […]
Kids' Dungeons and Dragons runs Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. at K&A Creations. The program is designed for ages 9 to 12 and meets weekly from Jan. 7 through Feb. 25 for eight sessions. Each two-hour session focuses on teamwork, storytelling, and imaginative play. No prior experience is needed. All materials are provided, and […]
The annual Eyes on Owls program with wildlife educators Mark Wilson and Marcia Wilson returns Saturday, March 21, to the auditorium at Westport High School. The live owl presentation offers a close look at several owl species from the region and beyond. The program highlights the birds’ behavior, habitats, and role in the ecosystem. Two […]
Nature Play and Learn: Signs of Spring is on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to noon at the New Bedford Free Public Library’s Main Branch. Admission is free. Mobile Adventures leads this family program exploring early signs of the season. Activities include learning about vernal pools, identifying bright green spring plants, and examining unusual […]
This four-week workshop gives middle school students a hands-on introduction to clay. Many students don’t get this experience until high school. Participants will work with clay by hand and on the pottery wheel while learning basic techniques through simple demos and guided practice. Each class focuses on making and experimenting. Students will throw basic forms, […]
Homeschool families are invited to Homeschool Day on Tuesday, March 31, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Activities focus on art, history, science, and culture. Discounted admission is $10 for students ages 4 to 18 and $12 for adults. Children under 3 are free. General admission includes the Kid’s […]
Families and pet owners can visit Dartmouth Mall’s Center Court for Bunny photos throughout the season. Professional spring portraits are available for cards and gifts. Each hour, children can take part in a short dance session with the Bunny, featuring simple moves and upbeat music. Reservations are recommended, with walk-up visits offered as space allows. […]
The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park are partnering to offer free April vacation programming for students and families from Tuesday, April 21, through Friday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Go Fish April Vacation Week program highlights the history of the Port of New Bedford, […]
Scholarships remain available for WAGKids Summer Camp sessions in July and August. The program serves children ages 7 to 11 who are entering second grade. Applications are available at www.westportartgroup.com. Deadline is Monday, June 1. Sessions run July 6 to 10 and Aug. 10 to 14. WAG’s summer art camps fill quickly. A limited number […]
Kids Graphic Novel Book Club will be reading "The Cartoonist Club" by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud. Copies will be available near the media lab upstairs. Contact faguiar@sailsinc.org with any questions.
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