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Vacation Science Camp at the Children's Museum

Keep your children entertained and educated, even when they are on vacation from school! The Children’s Museum has fun and learning planned for several vacation days this school year. Each camp day has a theme and is packed with scientific investigation, experiments, crafts, and educational games all in the safe and educational environment of our museum. Of course, there’s plenty of time to explore our hands-on, interactive exhibits, see one of our amazing planetarium shows, and have an up-close encounter with a live animal.
Dates: 
12/23/2019
12/27/2019
12/30/2019
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9 am to 4 pm
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Organization:

The Children's Museum- West Hartford

Location:

950 Trout Brook Drive
West Hartford, CT, 06119
United States
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Phone:

(860) 231-2824 ext. 44

26th Annual Holiday Train Show at the CT River Museum

Opens to Members – November 26, 2019; Opens to Public – November 27, 2019. The family friendly Holiday Train Show exhibit is back at the Connecticut River Museum for its 26th year of fun for all ages. See what train artist Steve Cryan has created this year! A fully operational 26 foot train layout, “I SPY” scavenger hunts, and toddler sized viewing layout are all part of the fun!
Dates: 
12/13/2019
12/14/2019
12/15/2019
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10 am - 5 pm
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Organization:

Connecticut River Museum

Location:

67 Main St
Essex, CT, 06426
United States
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Phone:

(860) 767-8269

Vacation Science Camp at the Children's Museum

Keep your children entertained and educated, even when they are on vacation from school! The Children’s Museum has fun and learning planned for several vacation days this school year. Each camp day has a theme and is packed with scientific investigation, experiments, crafts, and educational games all in the safe and educational environment of our museum. Of course, there’s plenty of time to explore our hands-on, interactive exhibits, see one of our amazing planetarium shows, and have an up-close encounter with a live animal.
Dates: 
12/23/2019
12/27/2019
12/30/2019
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9 am to 4 pm
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Organization:

The Children's Museum- West Hartford

Location:

950 Trout Brook Drive
West Hartford, CT, 06119
United States
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Phone:

(860) 231-2824 ext. 44

Winter Camp: Mazes & Brain Games

Put your brain to the test in our exciting new camp that expands in our blockbuster traveling exhibit, Mazes & Brain Games. You will need to use your smarts, logic, balance, memory and dexterity to solve our exclusive Science Center puzzles! Can you create your own puzzles or maze and stump your counselor?Campers in grades 1-6 will experience hands-on science enrichment through fun and engaging activities. Camp includes structured activities with our STEM Educators, as well as supervised free time to explore the Science Center’s galleries and exhibits.
Dates: 
12/30/2019
8AM-4PM
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Organization:

Connecticut Science Center

Location:

250 Columbus Blvd
Hartford, CT, 06103
United States
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Phone:

860-520-2177

Free Movie at the Wethersfield Library: Mary Poppins

Saturday Cinema starts at 1:30 pm. Registration is not required. Seating is limited. Movies may be subject to change.
Dates: 
12/14/2019
1:30 pm
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Organization:

Wethersfield Public Library

Location:

515 Silas Deane Highway
Wethersfield, CT, 06109
United States
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Phone:

860-529-2665

Woodbury Ballet Presents The Nutcracker 2019

Enjoy a family holiday tradition where sugar plums dance, flowers waltz and snowflakes leap across the stage weaving a splendid tale of a little girl’s dream of first love. The majesty of Tchaikovsky’s music combines with a talented cast to make Woodbury Ballet’s Annual Nutcracker a treat for all ages.
Dates: 
12/14/2019
4 pm
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Organization:

Palace Theater - Waterbury

Location:

100 East Main Street
Waterbury, CT, 06702
United States
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Phone:

203.346.2000

Breakfast with Frosty & Friends at the Beardsley Zoo

Get in the holiday spirit and join Frosty and his friends for breakfast at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo!
Dates: 
12/14/2019
12/15/2019
12/21/2019
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Organization:

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Location:

1875 Noble Avenue
Bridgeport, CT, 06610
United States
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Phone:

203-394-6574

Westmoor Park Mitten Magic Vacation Camp

This program is designed for children in preschool and kindergarten. Each day will follow a specific theme, but also include barnyard time, sledding (conditions permitting), stories, crafts, cooking projects, and more. Sign up for 1 day or the entire session! Outdoor gear such as hats, mittens, and boots required. Students should come with water and snacks. Campers must be 4 by the first class.
Dates: 
12/26/2019
12/27/2019
12/30/2019
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8:30 - 11:30 am
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Organization:

Westmoor Park

Location:

119 Flagg Road
West Hartford, CT, 06119
United States
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Phone:

860-561-8260

Matilda - Teen Theater Production at the Mandell JCC

The story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
Dates: 
12/14/2019
12/15/2019
Wednesday, Saturday: 7 pm; Sunday: 2 pm
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Organization:

Mandell JCC

Location:

335 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT, 06117
United States
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Phone:

860-236-4571

Vacation Program: Cocoa and Crafts Story Hour Featuring Tar Beach at the CT Historical Society

Join us for special readings of Faith Ringgold’s book Tar Beach at 10:00 am and 11:00 am. Find out what happens when a young girl dreams she can fly above buildings, overcoming any obstacles she encounters. After the story, create an imaginative craft inspired by your own dreams. This program is great for children ages 5-8. Free for CHS members, and included with general admission for non-members. For additional information, please contact Katerina Mazzacane, Coordinator of Youth and Family Programs, at (860) 236-5621 x222 or email katerina_mazzacane@chs.org.
Dates: 
12/27/2019
10 am - 12 pm
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Organization:

Connecticut Historical Society

Location:

One Elizabeth Street
Hartford, CT, 06105
United States
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Phone:

(860) 236-5621

Westmoor Park Winter Wonder (6-12) Vacation Camp

This nature program is designed for children in grades 1-6. Each day will follow a specific theme, but also include barnyard time, sledding (conditions permitting), stories, crafts, cooking projects, and more. Outdoor gear such as hats, mittens, and boots required. Students should come with water, snacks, and a lunch.
Dates: 
12/26/2019
12/27/2019
12/30/2019
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8:30 - 4 pm
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Organization:

Westmoor Park

Location:

119 Flagg Road
West Hartford, CT, 06119
United States
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Phone:

860-561-8260
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