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Summer Vacation Workshops for Children - Animal Welfare Society

Holland Road
Kennebunk, Maine 04094
 Phone: (207) 985-3244

          

Jul 09 thru Aug 16, 2012. The Animal Welfare Society in West Kennebunk is running weekly Summer Workshops for Children in July and August. Workshops are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Junior Workshops (7 to 9 years old) begin on the following Mondays: July 9, July 16, and July 23. Senior Workshops (10 to 13 years old) begin on the following Mondays: July 30, August 6, and August 13. The cost of the workshop is $240 and includes an AWS t-shirt, field trips, certificate of completion, a photo with an animal and a lesson in compassion. Be sure to sign up early because spaces always fill quickly. Snacks are provided, but bring a lunch. For more information, call (207) 985-3244 x109. Event #9106   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Kids Activity Days - Lobsterman's Park

1 Temple Street
Portland, Maine 04101
 Phone: (207) 772-6828

          

Jul 11 thru Aug 01, 2012. Kids Activity Days at Lobsterman's Park feature a new activity every week presented by the Children's Museum of Theatre of Maine. These Kids Activity Days are from 10:30 a.m to 11:30 a.m. on the following Wednesdays: July 11, 18, 25 and Aug 1. Event #8619   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Annual Maine Fairy House Festival - Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

132 Botanical Gardens Drive
Boothbay, Maine 04537
 Phone: (207) 633-4333

          

Aug 03 thru Aug 05, 2012. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, located in Boothbay, hosts this whimsical annual event. In 2012 it takes place August 3-5, and it is not to be missed! The Gardens will also offer some special, additional events throughout the week leading up to the festival, including a Fairy Movie Night and a puppet show by Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers. All the activities throughout the festival are free with Gardens admission. Bring the kids and grandkids to enjoy make & take crafts, fairy house building in the Bibby and Harold Alfond Children's Garden; live performances by Mr. Harley, Shoestring Theater, The Portland School of Ballet, and Primrose Puppets; Gnome Games with prizes; presentations by author Tracy Kane and the Great Bubble Machine; small workshops; and the Fairy Tea. There's lots to do and see! Designer fairy houses will be on display in our Bosarge Family Education Center for all to appreciate. The Gardens Gift Shop offers delights for all ages, with an emphasis on children's items for this child-centered weekend. The Kitchen Garden Cafe will have family- and fairy-friendly snacks on hand. Event #8816   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Youth Archery - Maine Wildlife Park

56 Game Farm Road
Gray, Maine 04039
 Phone: (207) 657-4977

          

Aug 04, 2012. Join Jerome & Tina Richards, certified Firearm, Bow & Crossbow Hunter Safety Instructors of the Maine Bowhunters Association for some hands-on fun with archery. The Richards will provide instruction, set up archery targets, & have a variety of bows for you to try out. This is great way for you & your kids to try your hands at an increasingly popular sport. This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Event #9006   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Disney's Alice in Wonderland - Children's Theater - Ogunquit Playhuse

10 Main Street
Ogunquit, Maine 03907
 Phone: (207) 646-5511

          

Aug 04 thru Aug 05, 2012. Join Alice's madcap adventures in Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with the Tweedles, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game! Alice meets dozens of wonderfully wacky characters in this family-friendly musical adventure! This fast-paced stage adaptation of Alice in Wonderland features new arrangements of such classic Disney songs as "I'm Late," "The Un-birthday Song" and "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah." Performances are Saturday at 10 a.m. and noon and Sunday at 10 a.m. Tickets cost $11 and can be purchased by contacting the Box Office at (207) 646-5511 or at the Title link above. Event #9272   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Kids Fest - L.L. Bean Discovery Park

95 Main Street
Freeport, Maine 04033
 Phone: (207) 865-1212

          

Aug 11, 2012. Kids of all ages will enjoy this family day full of fun games and hands-on activities, including live entertainment, craft making, meeting live animals and much more. Plus, get ready to go back to school with special offers and savings. Event #8970   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

The Berenstain Bears - Children's Theater - Ogunquit Playhouse

10 Main Street
Ogunquit, Maine 03907
 Phone: (207) 646-5511

          

Aug 11 thru Aug 12, 2012. Join Papa, Mama, Brother, and Sister Bear as classic Berenstain Bears stories are presented and commented on by guitar-strumming Cowboy Joe, the world's foremost expert on the famous residents of Bear Country. Mama Bear is at her wit's end with the cubs' messy room and Papa Bear helps the cubs' understand that honesty is the best policy. Brother Bear learns of the dangers of bad influences like neighborhood bullies, and Sister Bear has the last laugh when dealing with stage fright in the school play. Take a stroll through Bear Country and you'll come out humming the tunes of life's gentle lessons. Performances are Saturday at 10 a.m. and noon and Sunday at 10 a.m. Tickets range from $16-$20 and can be purchased by contacting the Box Office at (207) 646-5511 or at the Title link above. Event #9273   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. - Children's Theater - Ogunquit Playhouse

10 Main Street
Ogunquit, Maine 03907
 Phone: (207) 646-5511

          

Aug 25 thru Aug 26, 2012. In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she's the girl with the enchanting voice. Adapted from Disney's 2008 Broadway production, Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. features the hit songs "Part of Your World," and the Oscar-winning "Under the Sea." Performances are Saturday at 10 a.m. and noon and Sunday at 10 a/m. Tickets cost $11 and can be purchased by contacting the Box Office at (207) 646-5511 or at the Title link above. Event #9275   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

4th Annual Maine State Kids' Triathlon

456 North Road
Bethel, Maine 04217
 Phone: (207) 824-2282

          

Aug 13, 2011. 4th Annual Maine State Kids' Triathlon at Angevine Park in Bethel. This is a non-competitive 200 yard swim, 3 mile bike ride and 1 mile run. Ages 8-14. Everyone is a winner! Start and finish at Angevine Park, 456 North Road. Registration: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Race starts at 3 p.m. For more info visit www.bethelmaine.com or phone (207) 824-2282. www.bethelmaine.com Event #6095 |   Report Update

Singing Hands: Exploring Songs and Sign Language - One Longfellow Square

181 State Street
Portland, Maine 04101
 Phone: (207) 761-1757

          

Aug 31, 2011. Singing Hands: Exploring Songs and Sign Language at One Longfellow Square. Singing and Sign Language for Young Ones and their Parents! Come Sing, Sign and Play! Singing Hands is a great way for parents and young ones to connect while singing songs and exploring sign language. Free classes from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Event #6790 |   Report Update