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May10

The Eric Carle Museum in Amherst, MA

posted by yazmin

A visit to the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, MA is the perfect day trip for families. The museum features 3 art galleries, an art studio, a library and auditorium. The museum holds a great special events including storytimes with children’s authors.

Posted in Museums, Neigboring States, Travel. Tagged Amherst MA, daytrips, Eric Carle, Eric Carle Museum, MA, picture book museum.

Nov17

GIVEAWAY: New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

posted by yazmin

The New York Botanical Garden’s Holiday Train Show returns for its 26th year on November 22 – January 15. The Holiday Train Show features enchanting model trains that zip through a display of 150 landmarks, each re-created with bark, leaves, and other natural materials. Enter for your chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets.

Posted in Connecticut Special Events for Families, Family Day Trips, Giveaways, Holidays, Travel. Tagged Christmas 2017, Giveaway, Holiday, New York Botanical Garden, New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show, NY, Train Show.

Oct02

Magic Wings in South Deerfield, MA

posted by yazmin

Magic Wings in South Deerfield, MA is a butterfly conservatory that features exotic butterflies & moths, tropical plants, and beautiful gardens. Pair it with a trip to Yankee Candle Village (only a few minutes away) and you have the perfect day trip from anywhere in Connecticut!

Posted in Family, Family Day Trips, Travel. Tagged Butterfly Exhibit, Butterfly Garden, day trip from CT, Day Trip in MA, Magic Wings, Massachusetts, Yankee Candle.

Sep15

Family Fun at the Norwalk Boat Show 2017

posted by yazmin

The Norwalk Boat show is coming to the Norwalk Cove Marina September 21-24, 2017. It’s a family-friendly event along Long Island Sound with over 300 boats and accessories, demonstrations, free boat rides, music, food and the all new Touch-a-Boat. Even if you’re not a boating enthusiast it’s sure to be a fun way to spend a nice September day.

Posted in Family, Family Day Trips, Shows/Events, Things to do in CT, Travel. Tagged East Norwalk CT, Long Island Sound, Norwalk Boat Show, Ticket Giveaway, Touch a Boat.

Sep13

Stamford Museum & Nature Center

posted by yazmin

The Stamford Museum and Nature Center is a gem in the southern most part of Connecticut. The combination of farm, playground, museum and nature trails are one of a kind. It’s an ideal family-friendly day trip.

Posted in Connecticut Kids Museums, Connecticut Parks, Family, Family Day Trips, Museums, Things to do in CT, Travel. Tagged Fairfield County, farm, farms in CT, Heckscher Farm, museum, Nature Trails, Playgrounds, Playgrounds in CT, Stamford CT, Stamford Museum, Stamford Museum & Nature Center, stamford nature center, Walking Trails.

Sep06

Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport, CT

posted by yazmin

Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport, CT is the only zoo in Connecticut. It’s the perfect day trip for families year-round.

Posted in Connecticut Parks, Family Day Trips, Things to do in CT, Travel. Tagged Beardsley Zoo, Bridgeport CT, carousel, CT Carousels, CT Farm Animals, CT Zoo, Fairfield County, things to do in CT.

Jun10

Father’s Day at Legoland Westchester

posted by yazmin

Enter for your chance to win a family four-pack of tickets to Legoland Westchester

Posted in Connecticut Kids Museums, Giveaways, Holidays, Travel. Tagged father's day, Free, Giveaway, Legoland, Legoland Discovery Center Westchester.

Apr26

Day Out with Thomas at Essex Steam Train in Essex, CT

posted by yazmin

Day Out with Thomas in Essex, CT is a fun family event filled with a Thomas train ride, a visit from Percy and Sir Topham Hatt and train themed activities. This event runs April 21, 28-29, and May 5-6, 2018.

Posted in Connecticut Special Events for Families, Family Day Trips, Things to do in CT, Travel. Tagged Day out With Thomas, Essex CT, essex steam train, Spring in CT, thomas the train.

Jan23

Legoland Discovery Center Westchester Ticket Giveaway

posted by yazmin

Legoland Discovery Center in Westchester is a unique indoor playground with 2 rides, replica of NY City, play area, building areas and so much more. Learn all about it and enter for your chance to win tickets!

Posted in Connecticut Kids Museums, Family Day Trips, Free Stuff, Giveaways, Travel. Tagged Giveaway, Lego, Legoland, Legoland Discovery Center Westchester, Westchester County, Yonkers NY.

Nov07

Fall Fun at March Farm in Bethlehem, CT

posted by yazmin

March Farm is the perfect spot to enjoy fall in Connecticut. They have apple picking, corn mazes, animals, playscape and pumpkins. Visit during the week and all activities are free!

Posted in Family, Family Day Trips, Farms, Things to do in CT, Travel. Tagged animals, apple picking in CT, Bethlehem CT, corn maze, fall, fall in CT, farm, farms in CT, Litchfield County, March Farm, Pumpkins.

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The Eric Carle Museum in Amherst, MA

GIVEAWAY: New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

Magic Wings in South Deerfield, MA

Family Fun at the Norwalk Boat Show 2017

Stamford Museum & Nature Center

Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport, CT

Father’s Day at Legoland Westchester

Day Out with Thomas at Essex Steam Train in Essex, CT

Legoland Discovery Center Westchester Ticket Giveaway

Fall Fun at March Farm in Bethlehem, CT

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