Each week, Macaroni KID Worcester shares five fun activities to enjoy with your kids in Worcester, Shrewsbury and Westborough for the upcoming week.
Here are Macaroni KID Worcester's top five picks for things to do with kids in Worcester, Shrewsbury, and Westborough from Jan 21 - 27. Click the links for all the details!
Book Besties is a book club for kids who love books! Children's Librarian, Bernadette, will read the first few chapters of a book aloud and kids can take a turn reading if they wish. This month, we'll be reading The One & Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. Kids are invited to bring a book they are currently reading or have read and can spend a few minutes talking about it. There will also be a fun craft or activity that's inspired by The One & Only Ivan! Reading out loud is not a requirement, which makes this is a great opportunity for all levels of readers to enjoy a book together. A copy of the book will be available for each child to read along with and check out at the end. FREE & OPEN to all kids in grades 2-4 Wednesday, January 21st from 4:30-5:30pm at Westborough Public Library temporary location. Register in advance. Free.
2. Jungle Jim Presents: Balloons, Books & Magic (Worcester)
This high-energy, interactive show combines comedy, magic, and advanced balloon artistry to create an unforgettable experience for children and families. This high-energy, interactive balloon show combines comedy, magic, and advanced balloon artistry to create an unforgettable experience for children and families. More than just a performance, Jungle Jim’s program gets the audience involved — children become the stars of the show through fun challenges, stage participation, and interactive storytelling. The grand finale (space permitting) features Jungle Jim climbing inside a giant six-foot balloon, a moment that always gets the crowd cheering. *Sponsored by the Friends of the Worcester Public Library. Thursday, Jan 22nd from 5-6pm at WPL Frances Perkins branch for ager 3-11. Drop in. Free.
3. Fun with Colors! (Shrewsbury)
A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required). Friday, January 23rd from 10:30-11:30am at Shrewsbury Public Library. Free.
4. Free Ecotarium Admission Day: Experience the Sport of Luge featuring USA Luge for the Norton Challenge (Worcester)
Join us on Saturday, January 24th for a FREE ADMISSION DAY thanks to the generous support from Norton|Saint-Gobain. This is also your opportunity to experience the fastest sport on ice with the USA Luge Team! Participants will use easy-to-maneuver plastic sleds in a safe, slope-side setting with help from USA Luge Team, international medalists, and coaches. Participation in the Norton Luge Challenge is free, and no experience is required! Waivers, signed by a legal guardian, are required for all participants. In addition to this activity, visitors will have access to the full museum and grounds, and all of our regularly scheduled programming! No ticket purchase or pre-registration necessary At Ecotarium from 10am-4pm on Jan 24th. Free. Drop in.
5. Author visit with Christine Greige - (Shrewsbury)
Join us for a visit by local author Christine Greige! Ms Greige will read from her picture book You and Me and lead an art activity. Saturday, January 24th from 3-3:30pm at Shrewsbury Public Library. Drop in. Free.
