Spring Features and Advertisers
Dear Readers,
We just survived one of the coldest Februarys on
record, so we’re definitely ready for Spring! Our calendar is full of activities, both indoors and out, that
will help you enjoy this season of new beginnings and
renewal.
Take a look at all the Earth Day and Nature events on
pages 38-42. You’ll find forest walks, fishing derbies,
campfires and spring spruce-ups, along with events
to celebrate and protect our beautiful planet. Don’t miss the maple syrup
activities on pages 14-15 to introduce your children to one of the special
wonders of Mother Nature.
Now is also the time to think about summer camps. See pages 12-13 for tips
from Bright Horizons on Choosing a Summer Day Camp for your child, and
see details on many local camps on pages 6-11. There are sports camps, adventure camps, religious camps and even creative writing camps. You’re sure
to find something that’s a good fit for your child.
We can’t wait until Mother’s Day when the flowers will be blooming and the
days will finally be warmer. In the meantime, there are kite festivals, toucha-truck opportunities and more spring events.
If you’re looking for a breakfast with the bunny or a flashlight egg hunt this
Easter, see pages 18-21. There’s even an underwater egg hunt this year!
For more indoor fun, see our pages of Performances on pages 27-29 and the
Museums and Exhibits on pages 30-35. Don’t miss the Bubble Festival at the
Discovery Center Museum on March 21, and your kids will love the “Build
It!” exhibit that runs at the Kohl Children’s Museum until May 3rd.
As always, our website, emails and Facebook page are the places to find
money-saving coupons and enter contests to win great prizes. Keep checking
back for updated events, activities and prizes each week.
Have a happy, hoppy spring season!
Nancy Stevens
Owner and Founder
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