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Grab and Go Kids Planner: Dog Days of Summer Edition

Give your family a jump-start out of the lazy summer doldrums!

 

Put those lazy dog days in the dog house: check out these great local and nearby family events and activities!

Nappy's Puppets Presents a Shadow Show

  • Where/When: Medford Public Library/Thursday, Aug. 4, 7 p.m.
  • Why Go: Escape the heat for some great puppetry, and enjoy all your favorites in shadow!
  • Pricing: Free

Dockside Community Day

  • Where/When: Dockside Restaurant, Malden/Saturday, Aug. 6, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Why Go: There will be activities and events for the whole family all day, including face painting for the kids, to benefit Housing Families and The Rodman Ride For Kids
  • Pricing: Adults $5, Kids 12 and Under Free

Toot! Toot! Tuesdays at Playstead Park!

  • Where/When: Playstead Park/Tuesdays through Aug. 23, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
  • Why Go: Medford parks are a buzz this summer with great activities most days of the week – Tuesdays promise some great outdoor merriment at Playstead Park!
  • Pricing: Free

Aussie Funk Jam Workshop

  • Where/When: Malden Public Library, Malden/Monday, Aug. 8, 1 p.m.
  • Why Go: Jam out Aussie style for kids grades 6-12!
  • Pricing: Free

Flannery Brothers at Wright’s Pond

  • Where/When: Wright’s Pond/Tuesday, Aug. 9, 6 p.m.
  • Why Go: Bring the lawn chairs, a picnic, and the family for a great night of family entertainment by the pond!
  • Pricing: Free
About this column: "Get Out" is a weekly selection of events going on this weekend around town and beyond, plus tips on where to eat/shop/socialize
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