November News & Updates
Dear Friends, 

I would first off like to say thank you to all of our Veterans past present and future. I am truly grateful for all you have done and continue to do for us each and everyday. Happy Veteran's Day!

On to November, how is it already here? Crisper days and cooler nights. I do have to say I love this time of year and I love all of the fabulous events that will be starting soon. This month's newsletter is PACKED with great resources and EVENTS. It seems like every month there is more and more to share. I love the holiday season there are so many fun family options.

Make sure to enter our giveaway below to Edaville USA this month it's fabulous, you won't want to miss it!

One last note, have you "liked" us yet on Facebook?  Join over 4,400 parents who know this is a great resource for events, timely notices about offerings from local businesses and fun ideas.  Use our handy link below! Also, check us out on Twitter too!

With that, I wish you a safe and happy beginning to this holiday season. 

Enjoy! 

~ Jessica
Publisher, Mom's & Dad's Guide

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Old Colony YMCA:  Thank You Veterans


ACTIVE, RESERVIST, AND VETERAN MEMBERS OF OUR ARMED FORCES AND THEIR FAMILIES ARE WELCOME TO USE ANY OLD COLONY YMCA FACILITY FREE FROM NOVEMBER 8TH THROUGH 14TH.

With heartfelt thanks and gratitude, Old Colony YMCA thanks all Veterans for their service.

Please visit your local branch along with your proper photo I.D.

Be sure to ask our Welcome Center staff about our upcoming promotions!

Stop in today or  click here to learn more!

Old Colony YMCA
Brockton, Easton, East Bridgewater, Middleboro,
Stoughton, and Taunton


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Mamas Move:  Now Enrolling

Mamas Move is really your ultimate destination for fitness, quality children's programs, signature birthday parties and mom support.  Don't just take our 
word for it, just ask our members.

Now enrolling in programs in both our North Shore and South Shore locations. Call or visit our website.

Mamas Move, Norwell & Wakefield
(781) 616-6244/(781) 587-0023

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America's Hometown:  Thanksgiving Celebration

The weekend of November 20, 21 & 22nd's festivities has become a beloved holiday occasion as well as an important link to our nation's history and heritage. For 20 years, hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life have traveled to the historic Plymouth Harbor and Waterfront to experience a bounty of authentic Americana. The celebration of Thanksgiving becomes history-brought-to-life as Pilgrims, Native Americans, Soldiers, Patriots, and Pioneers proudly climb out of the history books and onto the streets of Plymouth.


America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration, Plymouth
(508) 746-1818

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Scituate North Pole Express: December 13

Join us, Sunday, December 13th in Scituate as children embark on a magical 
train ride to the North Pole.

This 60 - 90 minute ride departing from the Greenbush Commuter Rail Station will delight children and adults alike. All will be entertained by Santa and 
friends. Train times are 9:45 am, 12:30 pm, 2:40 pm, 4:40 pm. 

Tickets are $25, sold online only:  www.scituatenorthpoleexpress.com
 

Scituate North Pole Express, Scituate

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Kathy Corrigan's:  Register Now!

Kathy Corrigan's,  Rockland
(781) 878-9155

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Roger Williams Park Zoo:  Holiday Fun at the Zoo

 

Holiday Events at Roger Williams Park Zoo
 
Santa's Arrival & Holiday Parade - Saturday, November 28 
Santa arrives at 9am in the Zoo's parking lot and leads a festive holiday parade. Free with Zoo admission.
 
Visit with Santa - November 28 & 29 and December 5 & 6
Get your pictures taken with the Jolly Old Elf Himself! Visits with Santa include a special treat (nominal fee for kids in addition to Zoo admission; parents visit for free).
 
And remember, a Roger Williams Park Zoo Membership keeps on giving all year long!

Roger Williams Park Zoo,1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 
(401) 785-3510
www.rwpzoo.org

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MDG Crafts We Love:  Thanksgiving Gratitude Turkey 

What You'll Need for each Turkey:

    • An empty toilet paper tube
    • A small paper plate
    • A small paper cup (Dixie cup)
    • Paint - orange, black and brown
    • Glue
    • Scissors
    • Googly Eyes (available in craft stores/departments)
    • Assorted colored construction paper
    • Black markers

What you do:

 

Start by painting the toilet paper tube brown, the outside of the cup black, and the bottom of the plate orange. Allow to dry completely. Glue the toilet paper tube to the plate.

 

To create the turkey's Pilgrim hat, cut the bottom 1/2 inch from the open end of the cup and discard. Cut a circle (2-inch diameter) from black construction paper and glue it to the open end of the cup. Glue the hat to the top of the turkey's head.

 

Embellish the turkey's face by adding googly eyes and a construction paper beak and waddle.

 Cut feathers of different colors from construction paper. You'll need about 8-12 feathers per turkey (depending on the size of the feathers).

Have fun coming up with all of the things that you are thankful for! Print each idea on a feather.

Attach the feathers to the turkey's body by gluing the base of each feather to the back side of the painted paper plate.

The Craft courtesy of happinessishomemade.net
Christmas on the Common: December 6, Bridgewater

Join us on Sunday, December 6, 2015 from 12-4 PM  on the Bridgewater Town Common. Christmas Bazaar with over 70 Vendors! Photos with Santa Claus, pony rides, music, food, and much more. Net proceeds go towards the BBA Assistance Fund.

Christmas on the Common,  Bridgewater

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Pilgrim Skating Club's Christmas Exhibition:  You're Invited!


You're Invited!!!!
To: Pilgrim Skating Club's Christmas Exhibition
When: Sunday 12/6/2015, 10:30am -1:50pm
Where: Hobomock Arenas, Pembroke
 
~ Come see some local skaters of all ages and skating abilities perform
to your favorite Christmas Music ~
 
Admission is totally free!!!
 
Exhibition will be followed by a Family & Friends free skate, and for anyone interested  our skaters will be heading to the tree lighting ceremony on Pembroke's center green  2:00 to 5pm. Pilgrim Skating Club will have a hot chocolate booth at the tree lighting event, a nd Santa is sure to stop by to make a jolly appearance.
 
Don't miss it & bring a friend .....or two!

Learn to skate gift certificates will be available for purchase.

Pilgrim Skating Club,  Pembroke

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Old Colony YMCA:   
Black Friday Sale 

Y bucks redeemable on new purchases beginning Saturday, 11/28.

Click here  for all the details and don't forget to mark your calendar! 

Old Colony YMCA
Brockton, Easton, East Bridgewater, Middleboro,
Plymouth, Stoughton, and Taunton


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Boston Civic Symphony:  Family Holiday Pops

Boston Civic Symphony
Max Hobart, conductor
Saturday, December 19 at 2:00 p.m.
Regis College in Weston

FAMILY HOLIDAY POPS
Nancy Hoffmann Gerber, soloist
Douglas Gerber, guest conductor

Tickets: Adults $25/Seniors $20/Children & Students Under 18 $10

Boston Civic Symphony
Regis College, Weston

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The Arc of Greater Plymouth:  Christmas Concert

The Arc of Greater Plymouth
Plymouth North High School, Plymouth
(508) 732-9292 Ext. 108

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Sacred Heart School, Kingston:  The Path to Academic Success
                   

Sacred Heart School's  award-winning Early Childhood Center and Elementary School are the first steps on the path to academic success. Students thrive on our beautiful 120-acre campus and benefit from the shared resources of a preschool to grade 12 system!

Sacred Heart School, Kingston
(781) 585-7511

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MDG Link:  Links we love!    

There are many people in this world that aren't able to put food on the table and what a better way to teach your family about giving than to give to others in need. 

This is quite an extensive list of Food Pantry's in Massachusetts. Pick one close to you and make a donation. If everyone just picked up one extra item at the grocery store to give to their local food pantry all families would be fed and no family would go without.

What a wonderful holiday tradition to start with your family!

Colony Place: 
Santa Arrives



Santa Arrives - Sunday, November 22nd 11am - 3 pm

In the parking lot near Sleepy's:

- Free hayrides with Santa and his team of Clydesdale Horses
-  Professional Victorian Carolers
- Dance Performances
- Holiday Music
- Great Discounts

Colony Place, Plymouth

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Brookline Music School: 
Family Concert

"Story Songs" by the Household Items Super Band
Sunday, November 22, 1:00pm
Recommended for ages 7 and up
$5 at the door (cash only)

"Story Songs" includes playful music, colorful artwork, and silly photos, incorporated along with musical versions of children's stories, inspired by childhood poetry and product descriptions.  "Story Songs" is fun for the whole family! Join in and suggest melodies, mood, or alternate storylines, help decode emotions of selected stories or poems, and answer questions about the relationship of music and art to stories.

Brookline Music School, 25 Kennard Road, Brookline
(617) 277-4593


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Edaville USA: 
Family Fun


EDAVILLE USA  OPENS NOV 20! 

FEATURING:
THOMAS LAND 
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS, 
POLAR EXPRESS
SANTA VIP! 

SAVE $26 OFF OF SEASON PASSES UNTIL NOV 19!

Edaville USA, Carver
(508) 866-8195

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Old Colony YMCA: 
New Plymouth Facility

Now Open! M-F, 5A-9P  |  S&S, 7A-6P

We invite you and your family to swing in and take a tour of our state-of-the-art facility in S. Plymouth today!

Become a part of something greater, including:
 
YMCA Membership - pricing starts at $35/month (Individuals) 
Group Fitness Classes with childwatch care  
Fall Classes & Programs for youth
Before & After School Child Care in the Plymouth Public Schools
& so much more!

CLICK HERE to learn more about your new YMCA in Redbrook, an A.D. Makepeace Company community located in S. Plymouth.

Old Colony YMCA in Plymouth

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Colony Place: 
Lunch with Santa



Lunch with Santa - Weekends in December 11 am - 2 pm

Saturday's at T.G.I.  Fridays,  Sunday's at Red Robin

Bring the kids in for a Fun-filled afternoon with Santa

Free photos and special time with Santa (bring your own camera)
and Order lunch off the regular menu.  

Bring your Preferred Shopper  Card for great discounts from both restaurants!


Colony Place, Plymouth

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Boston Children's Theatre: 
The Velveteen Rabbit


Boston's holiday favorite returns for a 7th season!

Based on the classic children's book, Boston Children's Theatre's
production of THE VELVETEEN RABBIT is a touching story about friendship and love that is guaranteed to warm your heart- even during the coldest season.  With an all-new enhanced production for 2015, THE VELVETEEN RABBIT is the perfect holiday tradition for the whole family. 

Performances December 5 - 20 at The Calderwood Pavilion, Boston Center for the Arts, 527 Tremont Street, Boston, MA.

Contact Info:
For tickets, visit  www.bostonchildrenstheatre.org or call 617-933-8600.


Boston Children's Theatre, Boston
(617) 933-8600

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Derby Street Shoppes: 
Holiday Happenings



This holiday season, the Derby Street Shoppes invites families & friends for holiday happenings each Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday in December. The festivities kick-off on December 1st through December 22nd, with horse-drawn hayrides, Mr. & Mrs. Claus and Victorian carolers. 

See our website:  www.thederbystreetshoppes.com  for details.

Derby Street Shoppes, Hingham

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The Phil: 
Holiday Pops!



Join the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra for this traditional holiday treat! 

Local author/illustrator, Brian Lies, narrates The Snowman-magical as the music and story come to life!  

Choral performances, annual March of the Toys charity drive, and Santa! 

Tickets $20-$65.

The Phil Box Office, 32 Court Street, Plymouth
(508) 746-8008

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MDG Win:  Family 4 pack of season passes to Edaville USA
 


This month, enter to WIN a Family Four-Pack of 2015-2016 Season Passes to Edaville USA!

Here is what the passes include (approx. value $680):

  • Unlimited Admission to the Park, no black out dates
  • $10 off Polar Express Tickets (one per season pass holder)
  • $10 off Hopedale Polar Express (one per season pass holder)
  • 20% off VIP event extras in the park
    • Santa VIP, character events, etc
  • Bring a friend free day (one per pass) on specific dates (slower days or newer events)
  • 10% off food items
  • VIP Invite to 2016 Halloween Party
  • Edaville USA VIP back pack
     
  • A special Season Pass Holder Party
Check it out at  www.edaville.com.

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