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Contents

Volume 36 • Number 10

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Family F.Y.I.

Playground Safety The most common injuries and how to prevent them.

By Marie Donovan Boston Children’s Hospital Injury Prevention Intern

laygrounds are a fun and stimulating environment for kids to play and burn off energy. Although playgrounds can be fun, each year more than 220,000 children under age 14 are brought to the emergency room for playground injuries. Most injuries are a result of falling from equipment. This can include broken bones, cuts, bruises, sprains, concussions, and internal injuries. The most common injured body part is the arm. Depending on how high the child is and the way they fall will determine what injuries they may face. This can also happen on monkey bars or swings. Children may lose their grip on monkey bars and fall as a result. Moreover, on swings, children may try to jump off of them midair. This could result in them trying to break their fall incorrectly and cause numerous injuries. Children can also get injured if the playground area and equipment are not maintained. This can include if a slide, seesaw, swing, etc. has an exposed sharp edge.

Children may not see it at first and then be playing and cut themselves. Children may also come into contact with trash or other unsafe objects that were not cleaned up in the playground, causing injury or illness. The playground is a great place for social interaction for children and a great place for exercise. Parents can keep their child safe and allow for them to have a great time by following these simple precautions!

Take these precautions to help keep child safe on the playground: • Maintain constant supervision. • Instruct proper use of all equipment and playground rules, as well as, ways to ensure safety (waiting your turn, no running, no pushing, etc.). • Inspect the playground equipment and area before to make sure it is clean, safe and age-appropriate. • Ensure child is wearing appropriate clothing and footwear to prevent any tripping.

The Best Care for Kids (Again!)

o parent ever wants to make a trip to the hospital (unless it’s to deliver your little bundle of joy), but local moms and dads can take solace in knowing that Boston Children’s Hospital is, once again, ranked as the best children’s hospital in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 – 2021 research. Ten hospitals earned a place on the Honor Roll—a distinction awarded to pediatric centers that deliver exceptionally high-quality care across multiple specialties.

Boston Children’s Hospital tops this year’s Honor Roll and ranks No. 1 in four specialties; Pediatric Nephrology, Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pediatric Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Pediatric Urology. 6

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ABOUT GOING BACK TO SCHOOL By Cheryl Maguire

IMMUNIZATIONS AND FLU SHOTS

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Dr. Korb recommends referring to the immunization schedule recommended by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) to make sure your child is up to date. Sumana Reddy M.D. says that everyone should make sure that they get a yearly flu shot. Flu shots are normally available starting in September. “Last year 500 children died of the flu. It’s very important to get your flu shot,” says Dr. Reddy. Dr. Korb agrees by saying, “This year, the flu shot is even more important. We want to reduce the common cold because when our noses start running, we all touch our faces. That is a recipe for disaster with COVID-19. Getting the flu shot may actually reduce the likelihood of catching and spreading COVID.” Dr. Reddy explains that most doctors are concerned about people being infected with the combination of Coronavirus and the flu virus that will be circulating this fall. “The more families that get the flu vaccine the better it will be for If your child has not everyone,” she says. already had their yearly Unlike most vaccines, you need to get the flu shot yearly for it to be effective check-up it is important since the strain of flu often changes. to schedule one so that If you don’t have insurance, vaccines they can remain healthy will be provided for free by doctors due to the federally funded program Vaccines throughout the for Children provided by the CDC. The school year. program provides vaccines to children who might not be vaccinated because of an inability to pay. The vaccines are available at private physicians’ offices

“DO I HAVE TO WEAR A MASK ALL DAY?” My 12-year-old daughter asked me this question when we recently discussed going back to school. This question along with many others are being asked by kids since the rules about the pandemic are always changing. I want to make sure my daughter is healthy and ready for school, so I turned to a medical expert to learn more about masks, immunizations, and check-ups before returning to school this fall.

SCHEDULE A CHECK-UP OR WELL VISIT

If your child has not already had their yearly check-up it is important to schedule one so that they can remain healthy throughout the school year. During this visit, you and your child can also discuss any mental health concerns. Dr. Damon Korb, a developmentalbehavioral pediatrician and author of Raising an Organized Child says “Think of going back to school, the same way that you would have any year but perhaps it is more important. We do not want to miss a potential problem to avoid another. Children should get all of their normal well visits and immunizations.”

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Getting the flu shot may actually reduce the likelihood of catching and spreading COVID.

If you don’t have insurance, vaccines will be provided for free by doctors due to the federally funded program Vaccines for Children provided by the CDC.

and public health clinics registered as VFC providers. And if you do have insurance there should not be a co-pay for receiving the vaccine. “The Affordable Care Act requires private insurance companies to pay in full for vaccines recommended by the CDC,” says Dr. Reddy. Dr. Reddy explains that there might be some insurance companies that are exempt and that you should check with your insurance company about coverage before getting your vaccine.

EYE HEALTH

Children might be unaware of the fact their vision is not normal. This may lead to feeling frustrated about being unable to see the words in a book or in the classroom causing a child to act out. The CDC recommends that children’s eyes should be checked regularly by an eye doctor or pediatrician. Amblyopia or lazy eye is the most common cause of vision loss in children which can be treated if caught early between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. The American Optometric Association estimates 80% of a child’s learning happens through observation. In the classroom, most of the teaching is done by displaying the information.

The CDC recommends that children’s eyes should be checked regularly by an eye doctor or pediatrician.

According to the CDC tooth decay (cavities) is one of the most common chronic diseases for kids from ages 6 to 19.

Often parents think their kid is fine, but you want to have a chance to talk about stress and anxiety.

ORAL HEALTH

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that your child visit a dentist for an initial check-up by the time they turn one. According to the CDC tooth decay (cavities) is one of the most common chronic diseases for kids from ages 6 to 19. Research studies done by the

CDC found that children who have poor oral health often miss more school and receive lower grades than children who have good oral health. Fluoride can prevent about one-third of cavities in baby teeth. If your town water does not contain fluoride, you can ask your pediatrician or dentist to prescribe fluoride which is typically taken in pill form once a day.

TELEHEALTH CHECK-IN

Kids that are going back to school either remotely or in-person are likely to experience anxiety about this transition. “I recommend that all kids do a telehealth check-in with their pediatrician before going back to school to discuss the transition. Often parents think their kid is fine, but you want to have a chance to talk about stress and anxiety,” says Dr. Reddy. During this check-in, you can also make sure that your vaccines are up to date or talk about any other mental health concerns.

BE A ROLE MODEL

Dr. Korb says, “Make sure you prepare your child by teaching and modeling safe behavior such as frequently washing hands.” Cheryl Maguire holds a Master of Counseling Psychology degree. She is married and is the mother of twins and a daughter. Her writing has been published in The New York Times, Parents Magazine, Healthline, Your Teen Magazine and many other publications. You can find her at Twitter @ CherylMaguire05

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THE TOP 5 • Boston Rhythmic, Watertown • Boston University Children’s Gymnastics, Boston • Commonwealth Circus Center, Jamaica Plain • Energy Fitness & Gymnastics, Multiple Locations • Exxcel Gymnastics & Climbing, Newton THE WINNER Exxcel Gymnastics & Climbing, Newton

Hip-Hop Classes THE TOP 5 • All That Jazz Dance Studio, Newton • CreativeStepsDanceStudio, Newton • Legacy Studios, LLC, Newton

• LINX Dance Studio, Wellesley • Wellesley Theatre Project, Wellesley THE WINNER All That Jazz Dance Studio, Newton

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Ice Skating Lessons THE TOP 5 • Bay State Skating School, Multiple Locations • Boston University Fitness and Recreation Center, Boston • FMC Ice Sports, Multiple Locations • Babson Skating School, Wellesley • Skating Club of Boston, Multiple Locations THE WINNER Skating Club of Boston, Multiple Locations

Irish Step Dancing Classes THE TOP 5 • Heavey-Quinn AcademyIrish Dnc, Chelmsford • O’Shea-Chaplin Academy of Irish Dance, Melrose • Sullivan School of Irish Dance, Newton & Watertown • The Harney Academy of Irish Dance, Walpole • Tir Na Nog Irish Dance, Cumberland, RI THE WINNER Sullivan School of Irish Dance, Newton & Watertown

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2021 FAMILY FAVORITES • Hopkinton Center for the Arts, Hopkinton • Legacy Studios, Newton • LINX Dance Studio, Wellesley • Wellesley Theatre Project, Wellesley THE WINNER All That Jazz Dance Studio, Newton

Martial Arts Classes THE TOP 5 • Bay State Martial Arts, Woburn • LINX, Wellesley • Metro West Academy of Jiu-Jitsu, Natick • Modern Taekwondo Center (MTC), Boston • Revolution Martial Fitness, Natick THE WINNER Bay State Martial Arts, Woburn

Math Programs THE TOP 5 • CS Recitations, Natick • Kumon, Multiple Locations • MathAltitude School of Mathematics, Worcester • Russian School of Mathematics, Multiple Locations • Y3K Tutor In Your Home THE WINNER Russian School of Mathematics, Multiple Locations

Music Classes THE TOP 5 • All Newton Music School, West Newton • Az-Book-Ah! Kids Center, North Billerica • Community Music Center of Boston, Boston • Groovy Baby Music, Boston • Hopkinton Center for the Arts, Hopkinton THE WINNER Community Music Center of Boston, Boston

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Science & Technology Programs THE TOP 10 • Az-Book-Ah! Kids Center, North Billerica • Code Ninjas, Multiple Locations

• CS Recitations, Natick • Einstein’s Workshop, Burlington • Empow Studios, Lexington • iCode of Wellesley, Wellesley • LINX, The Enrichment Club, Wellesley • MathAltitude School of Mathematics, Worcester • Penguin Coding School, Lexington • Russian School of Mathematics, Multiple Locations THE WINNER Russian School of Mathematics, Multiple Locations

Sports Classes THE TOP 5 • Boston University Children’s Sports Classes, Boston • Exxcel Gymnastics and Climbing, Newton • LINX, The Enrichment Club, Wellesley • Olympia Fencing Center, Cambridge • Viking Sports, Mulitple Locations THE WINNER Olympia Fencing Center, Cambridge

Swim Lessons THE TOP 5 • Boston University FitRec Swim School, Boston • Charles River Aquatics, Belmont • Goldfish Swim School, Multiple Locations • Little Flippers Swim School, Multiple Locations • YMCA of Greater Boston THE WINNER Goldfish Swim School, Multiple Locations

Tap Dancing Classes THE TOP 5 • All That Jazz Dance Studio, Newton • CreativeStepsDanceStudio, Newton • Hopkinton Center for the Artschool of Dance, Hopkinton • Legacy Studios, LLC, Newton

2021 FAMILY FAVORITES • LINX Dance Studio, Wellesley THE WINNER All That Jazz Dance Studio, Newton

• VinKari Safari, Woburn THE WINNER Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Multiple Locations

Theater Classes

THE TOP 5 • Acton Bowladrome & Arcade, Acton • Kings Dining & Entertainment, Boston & Dedham • Needham Bowlaway, Needham • Sacco’s Bowl Haven, Boston & Somerville • Wamesit Lanes, Tewksbury THE WINNER Sacco’s Bowl Haven, Boston & Somerville

THE TOP 5 • CreativeStepsDanceStudio, Newton • Hopkinton Center for the Arts, Hopkinton • Kidstock Creative Theater, Winchester • LINX Theater, Wellesley • Wellesley Theatre Project, Wellesley THE WINNER Wellesley Theatre Project, Wellesley

Tutoring or Educational Support Programs THE TOP 5 • Commonwealth Learning Center, Needham • Learning Solutions LLC, Norwood • MathAltitude School of Mathematics, Worcester • Prepped and Polished,

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ZOOS, AQUARIUMS OR NATURE CENTERS – THE WINNER New England Aquarium, Boston Tutoring and Test Preparation, Natick • Russian School of Mathematics, Multiple Locations THE WINNER Commonwealth Learning Center, Needham

and Recreation Center, Boston • Empow Studios, Lexington • Everwood Day Camp, Sharon • Exxcel Gymnastics & Climbing, Newton • Jam Time, Multiple Locations • Jump On In, Multiple Locations • Puppet Showplace Theater, Brookline • Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Multiple Locations • The Discovery Museum, Acton

FUN & ATTRACTIONS Birthday Party Venues THE TOP 10 • Boston University Fitness

Family Fun Fairs & Festivals THE TOP 5 • Belmont World Film’s Family Festival, Belmont • Davis Mega Farm Festival, Sterling • Gore Place Sheepshearing Festival, Waltham

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2021 FAMILY FAVORITES • Hale’s Fall Family Scavenger Hunt, Westwood • Wake Up The Earth, Boston THE WINNER Davis Mega Farm Festival, Sterling

Farms THE TOP 5 • Connors Farm, Danvers • Drumlin Farm, Lincoln • East Hill Farm, Troy, NH • Honey Pot Hill Orchards, Stow • The Farm at Raven Brook, Halifax THE WINNER East Hill Farm, Troy, NH

Historic Sites & Tours THE TOP 5 • Fenway Park, Boston • John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston • Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge • Plimoth Plantation, Plymouth • USS Constitution Museum, Charlestown

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Indoor Playspaces THE TOP 10 • Boston Children’s Museum, Boston • Central Rock Gym, Multiple Locations • Jam Time, Maynard & Natick • Jump On In, Multiple Locations • Launch Trampoline Park, Watertown • Minni, Boston • The Children’s Piazza, Peabody • The Discovery Museum, Acton • VinKari Safari, Woburn THE WINNER Boston Children’s Museum, Boston

Kids Party Entertainment THE TOP 5 • Big Joe, Brighton • Empow Studios, Lexington

• Sky Zone, Multiple Locations • The Teapot Fairy of Norwell • VinKari Safari, Woburn THE WINNER Empow Studios, Lexington

Live Theater THE TOP 5 • Boch Center - Wang Theatre, Boston • Boston Ballet, Boston • Puppet Showplace Theater, Brookline • Wellesley Theatre Project, Wellesley • Wheelock Family Theatre, Boston THE WINNER Puppet Showplace Theater, Brookline

• Museum of Science, Boston • The Discovery Museum, Acton THE WINNER Museum of Science, Boston

Parent-Friendly Playdate Spots THE TOP 5 • deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln • Jam Time, Maynard & Natick • Mass Audubon’s Drumlin Farm, Lincoln • The Discovery Museum, Acton • VinKari Safari, Woburn THE WINNER The Discovery Museum, Acton

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2021 FAMILY FAVORITES • Skating Club of Boston, Multiple Locations • Warrior Ice Arena, Boston THE WINNER Skating Club of Boston, Multiple Locations

Summer Resorts for Families THE TOP 5 • Great Wolf Lodge, Fitchburg • Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club, Brewster • Smugglers’ Notch, Jeffersonville, VT • The Inn at East Hill Farm, Troy, NH • Winnetu Oceanside Resort, Edgartown THE WINNER The Inn at East Hill Farm, Troy, NH

Winter Resorts for Families THE TOP 5 • Cape Codder Resort & Spa, Hyannis • Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH • Smugglers’ Notch, Jeffersonville, VT • Stowe Mountain Lodge, Stowe, VT • The Inn at East Hill Farm, Troy, NH THE WINNER The Inn at East Hill Farm, Troy, NH

Zoos, Aquariums or Nature Centers THE TOP 5 • Blue Hills Reservation, Milton • New England Aquarium, Boston • Roger Williams Park Zoo, RI • Southwick’s Zoo, Mendon • Zoo New England, Boston & Stoneham THE WINNER New England Aquarium, Boston

FOOD Cupcake Shops THE TOP 5 • Georgetown Cupcake, Boston • Nothing Bundt Cakes, Multiple Locations • Party Favors, Brookline • Sweet Cupcakes, Cambridge • The Queen’s Cups, Worcester THE WINNER Party Favors, Brookline

Frozen Yogurt Outlets THE TOP 5 • Gaetano’s Bakery, Holliston • Moozy’s Ice Cream, Belmont • Pinkberry, Multiple Locations

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Ice Cream THE TOP 5 • Cabot’s Ice Cream, Newton • Crescent Ridge Dairy, Sharon • FoMu Café, Jamaica Plain • J.P. Licks, Multiple Locations • Volante Farms, Needham THE WINNER J.P. Licks, Multiple Locations

Pizza THE TOP 5 • Bill’s Pizzeria, Natick and Newton Centre • Comella’s, Multiple Locations • Papa Gino’s, Multiple Locations • Pini’s Pizzeria, Multiple Locations • Stoked Wood Fired Pizza, Brookline THE WINNER Comella’s, Multiple Locations

Places for Dinner with the Family THE TOP 5 • Bertucci’s Italian Restaurant, Multiple Locations

• Cabot’s, Newton • Grassfields, Andover • JP Seafood Cafe, Jamaica Plain • O’Hara’s Food & Spirits, Newton THE WINNER Bertucci’s Italian Restaurant, Multiple Locations

Places to Buy a Birthday Cake THE TOP 5 • Antoines Pastry Shop, Newton • Donna’s Cakes, West Roxbury • JP Licks, Multiple Locations • Party Favors, Brookline • The Icing On The Cake, Newton THE WINNER Party Favors, Brookline

RETAIL Baby Gifts & Gear THE TOP 5 • Kodomo Children’s Clothing, Boston • Magic Beans, Multiple Locations • Magpie Kids, Somerville • Maziply Toys, Kingston • Tadpole, Boston THE WINNER Maziply Toys, Kingston

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Family Shoe Stores THE TOP 5 • Michelson’s Shoes, Lexington & Needham • Pisini Shoes, Franklin • Shoe Market, Hingham • The Barn Family Shoe Store, Newton • Tiny Hanger, Brookline & Wellesley THE WINNER Michelson’s Shoes, Lexington and Needham

Kids’ Casual Wear THE TOP 5 • Apple of My Eye, Melrose • CouCou, Boston • Hatched, Boston • Michelson’s Shoes, Lexington & Needham • Tiny Hanger, Brookline & Wellesley THE WINNER

CouCou, Boston Kids’ Special Occasion Wear THE TOP 5 • Goodhearts Children Shop, Reading • Hatched, Boston • Kodomo, Boston • Michelson’s Shoes, Lexington & Needham • Tiny Hanger, Brookline & Wellesley THE WINNER Tiny Hanger, Brookline & Wellesley

THE TOP 5 • Boing! Toy Shop, Jamaica Plain • Catch a Falling Star, Winchester • Henry’s Bear Park, Brookline • Magic Beans, Multiple Locations • Maziply Toys, Kingston THE WINNER Maziply Toys, Kingston

FAMILY SERVICES Family Photographers THE TOP 5 • Bellini Portraits • Boston Baby Photos • Katie Hall Photography • Lucozzi Portraits • Spector Photography THE WINNER Boston Baby Photos

Kids Haircuts THE TOP 5 • Kid Klips, Acton • Kids Kool Cuts, Saugus • Lulu’s Family Cuts at Salon 2323, Cambridge • Nancy’s Family Salon, Medford • Snip-Its, Multiple Locations THE WINNER Snip-Its, Multiple Locations

Nanny Services THE TOP 5 • Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny • Boston Nanny Centre, Inc. • Cass & Company • Sarah’s Sweet Slumber • The Washburn Agency THE WINNER Boston Nanny Centre, Inc.

HEALTH Birth Centers and Maternity Care THE TOP 5 • Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston • CHA Cambridge Hospital, Cambridge • Newton Wellesley Hospital, Newton

2021 FAMILY FAVORITES • North Shore Birth Center, Beverly • Tufts Medical Center, Boston THE WINNER CHA Cambridge Hospital, Cambridge

Family Dentists THE TOP 5 • Children’s Dental Associates, Medford and Westford • Greater Boston Smiles, Quincy • Newton Pediatric Dentistry, Newton • Pediatric Dental Specialists of Needham, Needham • The Center for Pediatric Dental Care and Orthodontics, Brookline THE WINNER The Center for Pediatric Dental Care and Orthodontics, Brookline

Hospitals THE TOP 5 • Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston • Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston • CHA Cambridge Hospital, Cambridge • Franciscan Children’s, Brighton • South Shore Hospital, Weymouth THE WINNER Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston

• Boston Neuro Behavioral Associates (BNBA), New Bedford • Franciscan Children’s, Brighton • Learning Solutions, LLC, Norwood • South Shore Therapies, Multiple Locations THE WINNER Franciscan Children’s, Brighton

Orthodontists

• South Shore Therapies, Multiple Locations • Speech-Language Pathology Center, Norwell THE WINNER Speech-Language Pathology Center, Norwell

• Boston Sports Medicine, Multiple Locations • High Point Chiropractic, Burlington • Marathon Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, Multiple Locations • Orthopedics New England, Multiple Locations THE WINNER Boston Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine, Boston

Sports Medicine Practices THE TOP 5 • Boston Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine, Boston

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THE TOP 5 • Belmont Smiles, Belmont • Chestnut Dental, Multiple Locations • Katherine P. Klein, DMD, Boston • Starr and Glick Orthodontics, Medfield • The Center for Pediatric Dental Care and Orthodontics, Brookline THE WINNER The Center for Pediatric Dental Care and Orthodontics, Brookline

Pediatricians

THE TOP 10 • Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston • Centre Pediatrics Associates P.C., Brookline • Chestnut Hill Pediatrics, Chestnut Hill • Framingham Pediatrics, Framingham • Franciscan Children’s, Brighton • Longwood Pediatrics, Boston Learning Disabilities • Mass General, Waltham Specialists • MVPediatrics, Quincy • Roslindale Pediatrics THE TOP 5 Associates, West Roxbury • Anna Hebert, Wellesley • Applied Behavioral THE WINNER Learning Services, Newton Centre Pediatrics Associates • Boston Children’s Hospital, P.C., Brookline Boston Speech-Language • Commonwealth Learning Center, Multiple Locations Therapy • Franciscan Children’s, THE TOP 5 Brighton • Chatterboxes Speech and Language Pathology, THE WINNER Newton Boston Children’s Hospital, • Children’s Speech & Boston Language Services, LLC, Mental Health Practices Lexington THE TOP 5 • Learning Solutions LLC, • Advanced Neurotherapy, Norwood Needham

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2021 FAMILY FAVORITES SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICES AND RESOURCES Special Needs After School Programs THE TOP 5 • Applied Behavioral Learning Services, Wellesley • BBLC, Boston • Charles River Aspire After School Program, Needham • Commonwealth Learning Center, Danvers and Needham • Learning Solutions, LLC, Norwood • Lindamood-Bell Newton Learning Center, Newton THE WINNER Commonwealth Learning Center, Danvers and Needham

Special Needs Elementary Schools THE TOP 10 • Boston College Campus School, Chestnut Hill • Boston Higashi School, Randolph • Cotting School, Lexington • League School Of Greater Boston, East Walpole • Learning Prep School, Newton

• May Center School, Multiple Locations • Milestones Day School, Waltham • Pathways Academy, Belmont • Perkins School for the Blind, Watertown • The Kennedy Day School, Brighton • The Manville School, Boston THE WINNER Perkins School for the Blind, Watertown

Special Needs High Schools

THE TOP 5 • Boston College Campus School, Chestnut Hill • Carroll School, Lincoln • Cotting School, Lexington • May Center School, Multiple Locations • League School of Greater Boston, East Walpole THE WINNER Carroll School, Lincoln

Special Needs Legal Assistance THE TOP 5 • Education Consulting, Advocacy and Legal Services, Saugus • Fletcher Tilton Attorneys, Multiple Offices • James Baron Attorney, Waltham

• Maaps, Wakefield • Special Needs Law of Ma, Framingham THE WINNER Fletcher Tilton Attorneys, Multiple Offices

Special Needs Middle Schools THE TOP 5 • Boston College Campus School, Chestnut Hill • Carroll School, Lincoln • Cotting School, Lexington • May Center School, Multiple Locations • Perkins School for the Blind, Watertown THE WINNER Cotting School, Lexington

Special Needs Preschools THE TOP 5 • Cotting School, Lexington • May Center School, Multiple Locations • New England Center For Children, Southborough • The Kennedy Day School, Brighton • The Learning Center For The Deaf, Framingham THE WINNER New England Center for Children, Southborough

Special Needs Recreation Programs THE TOP 5 • Athletes Unlimited, Newton • Berklee Theater Program Those with Disabilities, Boston • Boston Ballet Adaptive Dance, Boston • Museum of Fine Arts Autism Art Classes, Boston • The Discovery Museum Sensory Friendly Program, Acton THE WINNER Museum of Fine Arts Autism Art Classes, Boston

Special Needs Summer Camps THE TOP 5 • Academy MetroWest, Natick • Camp Alsing, ME • Camp Three Rivers, Concord • Franciscan Hospital for Children Adaptive Sports Program, Brighton • Learning Solutions LLC, Norwood THE WINNER Learning Solutions LLC, Norwood

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2021 FAMILY FAVORITES CHILD CARE Child Care Facilities THE TOP 10 • Abundant Life Christian Learning Center, Wilmington • Boston Baby Nurse and Nanny, Greater Boston • Children’s Playhouse Daycare, Everett • Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center at Temple Israel, Boston • Pine Village Preschool, Multiple Locations • Sarah Sweet Slumbers, Boston • SolBe Learning, Chestnut Hill • Su Escuela Language Academy, Hingham • Tender Loving Care Childcare Centers LLC, Weston & Woburn • The Tobin School, Natick THE WINNER Boston Baby Nurse and Nanny, Greater Boston

Child Care Referral and Support Agencies THE TOP 5 • Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny, Greater Boston • Boston Nanny Centre, Inc., Newton • Child Care Choices of Boston • Community Care For Kids, Quincy • The Washburn Agency, Boston THE WINNER Boston Baby Nurse & Nanny, Greater Boston

PRESCHOOLS Bilingual Preschools THE TOP 5 • German International School of Boston, Allston • International School of Boston, Cambridge • Pine Village Preschool, Multiple Locations • SolBe Learning, Chestnut Hill • Su Escuela Language

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Faith-Based Preschools THE TOP 5 • Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center at Temple Israel, Boston • Mount Alvernia Academy Preschool, Chestnut Hill • Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School, Boston • St. Columbkille Partnership School, Brighton • St. Mary of the Assumption School, Brookline THE WINNER Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School, Boston

Independent Preschools THE TOP 10 • Bowen Cooperative Nursery School, Newton • Cambridge Montessori, Cambridge

• Delphi Academy, Milton • Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center at Temple Israel, Boston • International School of Boston, Cambridge • Pine Village Preschool, Multiple Locations • SolBe Learning, Chestnut Hill • Su Escuela Language Academy, Hingham • The Tobin School, Multiple Locations • Wellan Montessori School, Newton THE WINNER Wellan Montessori School, Newton Centre

Large Preschools (Total Capacity 31 Children or More) THE TOP 10 • Bowen Cooperative Nursery School, Newton • Cambridge Montessori, Cambridge • Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center at Temple Israel, Boston

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2021 FAMILY FAVORITES • International School of Boston, Cambridge • JCC Early Learning, Multiple Locations • Pine Manor College Child Study Center, Chestnut Hill • Pine Village Preschool, Multiple Locations • Su Escuela Language Academy, Hingham • Torit Montessori School, Cambridge • Wellan Montessori School, Newton THE WINNER Pine Village Preschool, Multiple Locations

Montessori Preschools THE TOP 10 • Adams Montessori School, Quincy • Cambridge Montessori, Cambridge • Children’s Workshop Montessori, Marblehead • Concord Montessori School, Concord • Norwood Montessori School, Norwood • Summit Montessori School, Framingham • Thacher Montessori, Milton • Torit Montessori School, Boston • Walnut Park School, Newton • Wellan Montessori School, Newton Centre THE WINNER Walnut Park School, Newton

Small Preschools (Total Capacity 30 Children or Less) THE TOP 5 • Delphi Academy, Milton • Garden Nursery School, Cambridge • Kelly’s Unique Kids, Medford • Les Papillons, Brookline • St Mary’s of the Assumption, Brookline THE WINNER St Mary’s of the Assumption, Brookline

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Bilingual Elementary Schools THE TOP 5 • German International School of Boston, Allston • International School of Boston, Cambridge • Jewish Community Day School, Watertown • Pine Village Preschool, Multiple Locations • Su Escuela Language Academy, Hingham THE WINNER International School of Boston, Cambridge

Faith-Based Elementary Schools THE TOP 10 • Abundant Life Christian Learning Center, Wilmington • Academy of Notre Dame, Tyngsboro • Jackson Walnut Park School, Newton • Jewish Community Day School, Watertown • Mount Alvernia Academy, Chestnut Hill • Mount Hope Christian School, Burlington • Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School, Boston • St. Columbkille Partnership School, Brighton • St. John Paul II Catholic Academy, Dorchester • St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary, Brookline THE WINNER Jackson Walnut Park School, Newton

Independent Elementary Schools THE TOP 10 • Brimmer and May School, Chestnut Hill • British International School of Boston, Boston • Delphi Academy, Milton • International School of Boston, Cambridge

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• Lesley Ellis School, Arlington • Mt Alvernia Academy, Chestnut Hill • St. Columbkille Partnership School, Brighton • Su Escuela Language Academy, Hingham • The Chestnut Hill School, Chestnut Hill • Wellan Montessori School, Newton Centre THE WINNER International School of Boston, Cambridge

Montessori Elementary Schools THE TOP 5 • Cambridge Montessori School, Cambridge • Inly School, Scituate • Thacher Montessori School, Milton • Torit Montessori School, Boston • Wellan Montessori School, Newton Centre THE WINNER Wellan Montessori School, Newton Centre

MIDDLE SCHOOLS Faith-Based Middle Schools THE TOP 5 • Abundant Life Christian Learning Center, Wilmington • Boston Trinity Academy, Boston • Cambridge Friends School, Cambridge • Monsignor Haddad Middle School, Needham • Montrose School, Medfield THE WINNER Abundant Life Christian Learning Center, Wilmington

Independent Middle Schools THE TOP 5 • Cambridge Montessori School, Cambridge • Delphi Academy, Milton

• International School of Boston, Cambridge • Roxbury Latin, West Roxbury • Wellan Montessori School, Newton THE WINNER International School of Boston, Cambridge

Montessori Middle Schools THE TOP 5 • Cambridge Montessori School, Cambridge • Norwood Montessori School, Norwood • Summit Montessori School, Framingham • Thacher Montessori School, Milton • Wellan Montessori School, Newton THE WINNER Wellan Montessori School, Newton

HIGH SCHOOLS Faith-Based High Schools THE TOP 5 • Boston College High School, Boston • Catholic Memorial School, Boston • Montrose School, Medfield • Mount Alvernia High School, Newton • St. Joseph Preparatory High School, Cambridge THE WINNER Montrose School, Medfield

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Calendar August 4-8 Beverly Homecoming

The Beverly Homecoming is a series of events in the city celebrating all that it has to offer. Family cookouts, concerts, costume contests, ice cream socials and fireworks are some of the events going on through August 8th. See website for details. www.beverlyhomecoming.org 10am-10pm• 987-473-4948

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Wednesday, August 4: Noon-8pm, Lynch Park, Beverly. A part of the larger Homecoming event, Make time for a Traditional Lobster Bake, Chowder, Chicken, etc. See website for details. www.beverlyhomecoming.org

1 Sunday Yankee Homecoming Various locations, Old Newburyport. Nine days of summer fun — scavenger hunts in 6 locations around the waterfront. Each hunt music, food, art, family activities – capped off by fireworks and a has been carefully crafted to reflect the unique history and culture parade. Through Aug. 8. FREE. www.yankeehomecoming.com of the area and includes multiple choice, short-answer, and openended questions, as well as photo submissions. You can play by Explore Boston Harbor: A Waterfront-wide yourself or as a team and experience the harbor in a completely Scavenger Hunt new way. To play, visit https://edventurebuilder.com/BHN/, select Daily, Georges Island, Spectacle Island, Charlestown, Downtown, your hunt, and participate as much or as little as you’d like! East & South Boston. Join in for “Explore Boston Harbor” Through August 31. FREE. www.bostonharborislands.org Always check ahead to confirm dates, times, need to pre-register and if there are any mask or social distancing requirements. August 2021 | BostonParentsPaper.com

Boston Area Beekeepers Open Hives 10am-noon, Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill Street, Mattapan. Drop in at the Boston Nature Center Sunday mornings in August and learn all about honey bees from the Boston Area Beekeepers! They host an apiary on the sanctuary, and the beekeepers will ‘bee’ more than happy to help you explore all aspects of bee life. Learn how they make honey, how they survive the winter, and much more! For ages 4- & up. FREE. 617-9838500; www.massaudubon.org

a beach-side food pavilion. FREE. 781-902-9742; www. internationalsandsculptingfestival.com

2 Monday

Salem Heritage Days Various locations, Salem. Highlights of this annual festival include the Essex Street Fair, Tour-A-Truck, Ice Scream Bowl and a car show. Through Aug. 8. FREE. www.salem.org

4 Wednesday Beverly Homecoming: Lobster Festival Noon-8pm, Lynch Park, Beverly. A part of the larger Homecoming event, Make time for a Traditional Lobster Bake, Chowder, Chicken, etc. available all day at Lynch Park. Dine at picnic tables under the tent while listening to local bands. Local businesses, politicians, and non-profits will be set up around the park to share information with you. 987-473-4948; www.beverlyhomecoming.org BLO’s Free Summer Concerts 7pm, Hatch Shell, 47 David G. Mugar Way, Boston. Boston Landmarks Orchestra presents Beethoven’s Fifth & American Icons. FREE. 617-987-2000; www.landmarksorchestra.org Feed the Beach Creatures: Salt Marsh Inhabitants 3:30-5pm, Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. It’s time to feed our touch tank animals! You can help us with sea stars, sea urchins, and rock crabs from the rocky shore; moon snails, surf clams, and hermit crabs from the sandy beach; and minnows, mud whelks, and horseshoe crabs from the salt marsh. For ages 6-12 years. $5. Registration required. 978462-9998; www.massaudubon.org

5 Thursday Red Sox vs. Twins: Star Wars Night at Fenway 7:10pm, Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston. All tickets purchased through this special offer will receive a Red Sox Star Wars Mandalorian JD Bobblehead in his customized Red Sox armor. Free with ticket. www.mlb.com/redsox/tickets/promotions/ themes/star-wars Beverly Homecoming 10am-10pm, Beverly. The Beverly Homecoming is a series of events in the city celebrating all that it has to offer. Family cookouts, concerts, costume contests, ice cream socials and fireworks are some of the events going on through August 8th. See website for details. 987-473-4948; www.beverlyhomecoming.org

6 Friday Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival Various times. Revere Beach, 300 Ocean Ave., Revere. The largest Sand Sculpting Festival on the East Coast welcomes world-renowned artists Back to the Beach. Features include an interactive Kid’s Zone & Learning Center and

Exploring Boston’s Urban Wilds - Motherbrook 10-11:30am, Boston Nature Center, Motherbrook in Hyde Park. Boston’s Urban Wilds are invaluable green spaces that preserve natural habitats, provide green spaces for humans and wildlife, and help to combat climate change. Explore the plants and animals that live in three Urban Wilds site around Boston. For ages 10 and up. FREE. 617-983-8500; www.massaudubon.org

Salem Heritage Days Various locations, Salem. Highlights of this annual festival include the Tour-A-Truck, Ice Scream Bowl, a car show and Music & Fireworks tonight. Through Aug. 8. FREE. www.salem.org Summer Stage at Patriot Place – The Northeast Groove 6-9pm, Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro. Ongoing music performances all summer long. The perfect way to spend your summer evening! FREE. 508-203-2100; www.patriot-place.com

7 Saturday Storytime in the Parks 11am-noon, Pinebank Promontory, Boston. In partnership with the Boston Public Library, the Emerald Necklace Conservancy is doing kid’s Story Time events in the parks. 617.522.2700; www. emeraldnecklace.org/Summer2021 Lowell Summer Music Series 7:30pm, Boarding House Park, 40 French St., Lowell. Today: Colin Hay & Band. Under 12 free with accompanied paid ticket holder. 978-970-5200; www.lowellsummermusic.org Scituate Heritage Days Scituate Harbor, Scituate. This annual event combines live music and entertainment, artisan crafts, kids’ activities and historical site visits. Through Aug. 8. FREE. 781-545-4000; www. scituatechamber.org Family Programs at Dorchester Park: Birds of Boston 3-4pm, Dorchester Park, 2180 Dorchester Ave, Boston. Join the Boston Nature Center at Dorchester Park for a hands-on, mindson explorations. Explore, walk, play games, investigate, and learn from nature. For ages 5-12. FREE. Registration required. 617-9838500; www.massaudubon.org Red Sox Mobile Showcase 11am–3pm, 26 Queen St., Worcester. The Green Monster-inspired mobile truck stops for fun, games and photo opportunities. FREE. www.mlb.com/redsox/fans/mobile-showcase

8 Sunday Beverly Homecoming 10am-10pm, Beverly. The Beverly Homecoming is a series of events in the city celebrating all that it has to offer. Family cookouts, concerts, costume contests, ice cream socials and fireworks are some of the events going on through August 8th. See website for details.987-473-4948; www.beverlyhomecoming.org

Always check ahead to confirm dates, times, need to pre-register and if there are any mask or social distancing requirements.

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11 Wednesday BLO’s Free Summer Concerts 7pm, Hatch Shell, 47 David G. Mugar Way, Boston. Boston Landmarks Orchestra presents Rachmaninoff to Ellington: Music & Healing. FREE. 617-987-2000; www.landmarksorchestra.org Feed the Beach Creatures: Sandy Beach Dwellers 3:30-5pm, Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. It’s time to feed our touch tank animals! You can help us with sea stars, sea urchins, and rock crabs from the rocky shore; moon snails, surf clams, and hermit crabs from the sandy beach; and minnows, mud whelks, and horseshoe crabs from the salt marsh. For ages 6-12 years. $5. Registration required. 978462-9998; www.massaudubon.org

12 Thursday Fisherman’s Feast 6:30pm, North & Fleet Streets, Boston. The annual event began in Boston in 1910 and is based on a tradition that goes back to the 16th century in Sciacca, Sicily. Activities begin with a procession at 6:30pm on Thursday, and continue with performances and special events throughout the weekend. Children’s activities take place on Sunday. FREE; www.fishermansfeast.com Lowell Summer Music Series 7:30pm, Boarding House Park, 40 French St., Lowell. Two shows today: JJ Grey & Mofro or Tower of Power Under 12 free with accompanied paid ticket holder. 978-970-5200; www. lowellsummermusic.org

Boston Landmarks Orchestra FREE Summer Concerts in August

August 4: Beethoven’s Fifth & American Icons August 11: Rachmaninoff to Ellington: Music & Healing August 18: Bach & Beethoven August 25: Amazing Grace & Sousa Marches 7pm, Hatch Shell, 47 David G. Mugar Way, Boston. Boston Landmarks Orchestra • 617-987-2000 www.landmarksorchestra.org

15 Sunday

Bolton Fair Noon-9pm, Bolton Fairgrounds, 318 Seven Bridges Road, Lancaster. Great entertainment, friendly competition and educational experiences for the whole family. Through Aug. 15. $5 and up. 978-365-7206; www.boltonfair.org

All Access Afternoon at The Discovery Museum 3-4:30pm, The Discovery Museum 177 Main Street, Acton. Play and explore in the Museum’s welcoming, ADA-compliant, and universally designed exhibits during this time dedicated to families with similar experiences. The Museum will be closed to the general public and headcount will be limited. Free with pre-registration. www. discoveryacton.org

Kids Run the Bases 1:10pm, Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston. Join in when the Red Sox take on the Baltimore Orioles. All kids are invited to run the bases post-game at Fenway Park, weather permitting. Free with ticket. www.mlb.com/redsox

14 Saturday

India Day Festival 6:30-8pm, Boston City Hall Plaza 1 City Hall Square, Boston. A showcase of the unique ethnic and cultural diversity of India with food, booths and performances. FREE. www.iagb.org

13 Friday

Summer Stage at Patriot Place – Played Out 6-9pm, Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro. Ongoing music performances all summer long. The perfect way to spend your summer evening! FREE. 508-203-2100; www.patriot-place.com Family Programs at Dorchester Park: Make Your own Suncatcher 3-4pm, Dorchester Park, 2180 Dorchester Ave, Boston. Join the Boston Nature Center at Dorchester Park for a of hands-on, minds-on explorations. Explore, walk, play games, investigate, and learn from nature. For ages 5-12. FREE. Registration required. 617-983-8500; www.massaudubon.org Butterfly Festival at Broad Meadow Brook 10am-4pm, Broad Meadow Brook, 414 Massasoit Road, Worcester. Have some educational fun and enjoy butterflies that fly free in their natural habitats. Festivities include naturalist-led walks and workshops, live caterpillars, butterfly art, children’s activities, garden tours, plants sales, and much more. Come in costume and win a prize! For all ages. $6. 508-753- 6087; www.massaudubon.org

August Moon Festival Noon-4pm, North Quincy MBTA Parking Lot, Quincy. Festivities begin with a lion dance and continue with food, vendors, games, music and children’s activities. FREE. www.quincyasianresources. org

17 Tuesday Mayor Janey’s Movie Nights 7:45pm, Moakley Park, South Boston. Catch an outdoor viewing of Onward! FREE. www.boston.gov/parks

18 Wednesday BLO’s Free Summer Concerts 7pm, Hatch Shell, 47 David G. Mugar Way, Boston. Boston Landmarks Orchestra presents Bach & Beethoven. FREE. 617-987-2000; www.landmarksorchestra.org August 2021 | BostonParentsPaper.com

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St. Anthony’s Feast Weekend

August 22, and August 26, 27, 28 & 29 Various times, North End, Boston. Celebrate with the North End in honoring patrons Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy with colorful parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment, and of course an abundance of great Italian and American food. Fireworks take place Friday, August 26 at 8:30 p.m. over inner Boston Harbor. FREE. www.stanthonysfeast.com

Feed the Beach Creatures: Rocky Shore Residents 3:30-5pm, Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. It’s time to feed the touch tank animals! You can help us with sea stars, sea urchins, and rock crabs from the rocky shore; moon snails, surf clams, and hermit crabs from the sandy beach; and minnows, mud whelks, and horseshoe crabs from the salt marsh. For ages 6-12 years. $5. Registration required. 978462-9998; www.massaudubon.org

19 Thursday Mayor Janey’s Movie Nights 7:45pm, Hynes Playground, West Roxbury. Catch an outdoor viewing of Descendants 3! FREE. www.boston.gov/parks

20 Friday

Sensory Friendly Days at Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary 8-10am, Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, 280 Eliot Street, Natick. These opportunities are available for families and children with autism and other sensory needs to connect with nature, the sanctuary, and each other, in a sensory-friendly environment. Take advantage of the quieter hours, to experience the trails at your own pace. Aides/companions also receive free admission on Sensory-Friendly Days. FREE. Pre-registration required. 508-6552296; www.massaudubon.org Free Fun Fridays Various locations. The Highland Street Foundation opens museums and cultural venues to the public for free. Check website for participating locations. FREE. 617-969-8900; www. highlandstreet.org Marshfield Fair Noon to 10pm, Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main St., Marshfield. This agricultural fair draws hundreds of competitors in 4-H, arts and crafts, agricultural and horticultural events. Through Aug. 29. $15; ages 12 and under free. www.marshfieldfair.org

21 Saturday 1st Annual Craft Beer & Food Truck Festa Madeira Field, 50 Madeira Ave., New Bedford. Join in and enjoy some of the best in Craft Beer and Food Trucks in Eastern MA and RI. This is a limited ticketed event and no tickets will be sold at the door. Get your tickets today! 508-992-6911; www. bostonportuguesefeast.com Storytime in the Parks 11am-noon, Pinebank Promontory, Boston. In partnership with the Boston Public Library, the Emerald Necklace Conservancy is doing kid’s Story Time events in the parks. 617.522.2700; www. emeraldnecklace.org/Summer2021 Summer Stage at Patriot Place – Devri 6-9pm, Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro. Ongoing music performances all summer long. The perfect way to spend your summer evening! FREE. 508-203-2100; www.patriot-place.com Family Programs at Dorchester Park: Trees of Boston 3-4pm, Dorchester Park, 2180 Dorchester Ave, Boston. Join the Boston Nature Center at Dorchester Park for a of hands-on, minds-on explorations. Explore, walk, play games, investigate, and learn from nature. For ages 5-12. FREE. Registration required. 617-983-8500; www.massaudubon.org

Boston Green Fest The Greenway at the Rings Fountain, Boston. Boston GreenFest is excited to bring you this wonderful free 2-day festival. The weekend 22 Sunday is filled with an exciting program of live performances, activities, food and interactive exhibits meant to inspire. Through August 22. Kids Run the Bases FREE. 617-477-4840; www.bostongreenfest.org 1:10pm, Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston. Join in when the Lowell Summer Music Series Red Sox take on the Texas Rangers. All kids are invited to run the 7:30pm, Boarding House Park, 40 French St., Lowell. Today: Kenny bases post-game at Fenway Park, weather permitting. Free with ticket. www.mlb.com/redsox Wayne Shepherd. Under 12 free with accompanied paid ticket holder. 978-970-5200; www.lowellsummermusic.org Marshfield Fair Exploring Boston’s Urban Wilds - Gladeside 10-11:30am, Boston Nature Center, Gladeside in Mattapan. Boston’s Urban Wilds are invaluable green spaces that preserve natural habitats, provide green spaces for humans and wildlife, and help to combat climate change. Join us as we explore the plants and animals that live in three Urban Wilds site around Boston. For ages 10 and up. FREE. 617-983-8500; www.massaudubon.org

Noon to 10pm, Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main St., Marshfield. This agricultural fair draws hundreds of competitors in 4-H, arts and crafts, agricultural and horticultural events. Through Aug. 29. $15; ages 12 and under free. www.marshfieldfair.org

Always check ahead to confirm dates, times, need to pre-register and if there are any mask or social distancing requirements.

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performances all summer long. The perfect way to spend your summer evening! FREE. 508-203-2100; www.patriot-place.com

Friday, Aug. 20 • Boston Green Fest

23 Monday Sensory Friendly Days at Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary 8-10am, Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, 280 Eliot Street, Natick. These opportunities are available for families and children with autism and other sensory needs to connect with nature, the sanctuary, and each other, in a sensory-friendly environment. Take advantage of the quieter hours, to experience the trails at your own pace. Aides/companions also receive free admission on Sensory-Friendly Days. FREE. Pre-registration required. 508-6552296; www.massaudubon.org

24 Tuesday

Free Fun Fridays Various locations. The Highland Street Foundation opens museums and cultural venues to the public for free. Check website for participating locations. FREE. 617-969-8900; www.highlandstreet. org St. Anthony’s Feast Various times, North End, Boston. Celebrate with the North End in honoring patrons Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy with colorful parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment, and of course an abundance of great Italian and American food. Fireworks take place Friday, August 26 at 8:30 p.m. over inner Boston Harbor. FREE. www.stanthonysfeast.com

28 Saturday Downtown Plymouth Waterfront Festival 10am-6pm, Plymouth Waterfront, Plymouth. Enjoy artisan and craft booths, food vendors, a rubber duck race, two stages of live entertainment and more. FREE. 508-830-1620; www. plymouthwaterfrontfestival.com Monster Truck Jam 7pm, Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough. The most action-packed motorsports experience for families in the world today featuring the ultimate mix of high-flying action and fourwheel excitement. $20 and up. 978-970-5200; www.ticketmaster. com Family Programs at Dorchester Park: Monarch Butterflies 3-4pm, Dorchester Park, 2180 Dorchester Ave, Boston. Join the Boston Nature Center at Dorchester Park for a of hands-on, minds-on explorations. Explore, walk, play games, investigate, and learn from nature. For ages 5-12. FREE. Registration required. 617-983-8500; www.massaudubon.org

Mayor Janey’s Movie Nights 7:45pm, Ronan Park, Dorchester. Catch an outdoor viewing of Raya Boston Jazz Festival and the Last Dragon! FREE. www.boston.gov/parks Noon–9:30pm. South Boston Maritime Park, 600 D Street, 25 Wednesday South Boston. A free ground-breaking festival features the most musically diverse array of jazz artists performing at Boston’s Marshfield Fair Waterfront. FREE. www.bostonjazzfest.org Noon to 10pm, Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main St., Marshfield. This agricultural fair draws hundreds of competitors in 4-H, arts 29 Sunday and crafts, agricultural and horticultural events. Through Aug. 29. St. Anthony’s Feast $15; ages 12 and under free. www.marshfieldfair.org Various times, North End, Boston. Celebrate with the North End BLO’s Free Summer Concerts in honoring patrons Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy with colorful 7pm, Hatch Shell, 47 David G. Mugar Way, Boston. Boston parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment, Landmarks Orchestra presents Amazing Graces & Sousa Marches. and of course an abundance of great Italian and American food. FREE. 617-987-2000; www.landmarksorchestra.org FREE. www.stanthonysfeast.com

26 Thursday

St. Anthony’s Feast Various times, North End, Boston. Celebrate with the North End in honoring patrons Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy with colorful parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment, and of course an abundance of great Italian and American food. Fireworks take place Friday, August 26 at 8:30 p.m. over inner Boston Harbor. FREE. www.stanthonysfeast.com

27 Friday Summer Stage at Patriot Place – Gainsville Road 6-9pm, Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro. Ongoing music

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Marshfield Fair Noon to 10pm, Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main St., Marshfield. This agricultural fair draws hundreds of competitors in 4-H, arts and crafts, agricultural and horticultural events. $15; ages 12 and under free. www.marshfieldfair.org

31 Tuesday Mayor Janey’s Movie Nights 7:45pm, Doherty Playground, Charlestown. Catch an outdoor viewing of The Croods: A New Age! FREE. www.boston.gov/parks

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