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Where to Go with the Kids in Fairfield County this Weekend

Read on to find out about the tons of activities for kids to do this weekend in Fairfield County

Weekend Highlights for May 9 - May 11 for Fairfield County families:

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Friday!


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Free Friend Fridays at Sundae Spa in Milford! Bring your little diva into Sundae Spa for any spa treatment and one of her friends can get the same one - for FREE!

Robert the Guitar Guy Returns at the Danbury Library Come to the Danbury Library and dance, play, and have an all around good time with one of our favorites, Robert the Guitar Guy. No need to register, just come on by at 10:15.

The Great Letterboxing History Hunt of Fairfield County Eight Fairfield County historical organizations, have banded together to create the Great Letterboxing History Hunt of Fairfield County. The event begins on May 3 and ends on May 18.

Roller Skating at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center Bring your kids rollerskating at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center! For $8 per person (including skate rental!), you and your families will have fun and stay active! 90 Harding Road, Old Greenwich, CT 06870

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Go (and Glow) in the Dark at Stamford Museum & Nature Center. Discover the many animals that use bioluminescence in their daily lives. We'll turn participants into fireflies and make our own spark in the dark.

Kids Nutrition & Cooking Classes at The Organic Teaching Kitchen. The classes are designed to empower kids ages 8-16 to cook simple, tasty healthy meals & snacks. We pride ourselves on using mostly organic ingredients free of additives, dyes, pesticides & GMO's.

Disney's MULAN JR. at the Warner Theatre! Disney's MULAN JR. is a heartwarming celebration of culture, honor and a fighting spirit. The score includes favorites like “Reflection,” “Honor to Us All” & “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” as well as new songs that will get audiences up on their feet!



Saturday!


Mother's Day Basket Making for Kids at Sam Bridge Nursery in Greenwich! A perfect activity for kids to do with Dad or the Grandparents. Bring them to Sam Bridge Nursery in Greenwich and make a basket for that special lady in your child's life to celebrate Mother's Day! 2 sizes to choose from.

Playland Amusement Park Opening Day May 10 Join us for our Grand Opening. Parade at 11:30am with a ribbon cutting at 12 noon. All Ride Admissions only $15. Go to ryeplayland.org for more info.

INTERNATIONAL MIGRATORY BIRD DAY CELEBRATION  Come join our naturalist to learn about bird migration and get to know some of our local migrants. Did you know the Arctic Tern’s annual migration route covers over 25,000 miles - try that for your commute.

National Train Day at Danbury Railway Museum - Free Rides on the Railyard Local! Spend National Train Day with the Danbury Railway Museum! You and your families will have a blast enjoying train rides, demonstrations and tons of fun kids activities!

Bellarmine Museum of Ar Family Day: Shapes & Patterns Free and open to the public, come join us at the Bellarmine Museum of Art for an afternoon filled with fun and creating! Best for children ages 4-12, but all children and their families are welcome!

Spring Fling: Jungle at the Connecticut Science Center! Take a trip to the jungle! Meet Curious George, have your face painted, jump around in a bounce house, see LIVE animals, pose in our photo booth and experience Casey Carle's internationally touring bubble extravaganza, Bubblemania.

Open House at Kiwi Country Day Camp. Join us for the Kiwi Country Day Camp Open House!

Run Your Tail Off 5K and Kids Fun Run Benefitting DAWS! at Danbury Animal Welfare Society. This is a unique 5K race as the participants will be running with their dogs! Or if you prefer you can run without your canine companion, or you can just walk. Either way, it's a fun way to support the efforts of the Danbury Animal Welfare Society!

Second Saturdays at Imagine Nation Children's Museum The museum will turn into an environment for children with special needs and their families. In addition to our multi-sensory interactive exhibits, which invite children to touch, discover and create, we will have modified lighting and sound.

The Fairfield County Children's Choir presents: A Celebration of The Great American Songbook Fairfield County Children's Choir presents: Singing America, A Celebration of the Great American Songbook. 300 young choristers will demonstrate and celebrate the unique power of these American songs on May 10, 2014 at 7 pm at Fairfield Warde HS.

NCTC Presents Freckleface Strawberry: The Musical Based on the beloved New York Times Best Seller, this new family musical at NCTC is about Freckleface Strawberry and her determination to be free of her freckles explores the power of words and how we shouldn't judge others based on their looks.



Sunday!


Story Trek Self-Guided Hike at Stamford Museum & Nature Center. Sundays, May 11 - Sunday, May 25, 9 am - 5 pm Celebrate Children's Book Week by enjoying pages of a great children's book as you hike our trails.

Mother's Day at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo. Bring your mom to the Zoo on Mother's Day and her ticket is on us!

Mother's Day at the Dinosaur Place! Celebrate Mother's Day with Mommysaurus at the Dinosaur Place! Buy one or more child’s admission and Mom will get in free!

Chocolate Factory Experience Tour of Fascia's Chocolates! Come to Fascia's Chocolates factory for a tour you won't forget! Check out the manufacturing process and learn how chocolate is made! Of course, you'll sample chocolate and even make your OWN chocolate bar! RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED.

Kids and Teens Program at the Redding Center For Meditation Kids over the age of 4 are invited to take part in the Redding Center for Meditation's program for kids and teens during the 10:00 to 11:30 meditation session. Kids will learn about mindfulness, compassion, meditation, yoga and more!

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