The Enjoying Life with Kids in NH blog has not been updated in several months due to some exciting changes happening behind the scenes with my family. Stay tuned. I expect to announce the news and make changes to the blog in early 2014. Thanks for your continued support!
Gift of Lights Drive Thru Light Show Happening Again at NH Motor Speedway
So many lights and so little time! Gift of Lights is guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit. Pile the entire family in the car and prepare to be amazed. Think light tunnels, giant candy canes and Santa up close and personal. What a great way to get in the holiday spirit! www.giftoflightsnhms.com.
WHAT: Gift of Lights drive thru holiday light show
WHEN: November 16, 2012 – January 5, 2013. They are open every night at 4:30pm. On Friday, Saturday and holidays they close at 10:00pm and every other night they run until at least 9:00pm. They’ll ll let everyone through even if there’s a line of cars when they normally close.
WHERE: NH Motor Speedway, Loudon, NH
DISCOUNT: Save $2 to Gift of Lights Drive Thru Light Show
Holiday Arts Workshop for Kids & Tweens – Parents enjoy kid-free shopping!
Get you
r holiday shopping done on Saturday December 1st while Meredith Theatre Campus entertains your children!
Join us for our Holiday Arts Workshop from 9am-2pm at Meredith Theatre Campus, 50 Reservoir Rd, Meredith, NH.
Children ages 4-10 will sing carols, make a handmade gift, dress-up in costumes, play drama games, and enjoy hot cocoa & cookies while watching a holiday movie.
Tweens ages 11-13 will bake & decorate cookies, make a handmade gift, and watch a holiday movie.
Parents will receive a Tanger Outlets Coupon Book and 5 hours of kid-free shopping time! Plus between 12 & 2pm we will offer gift wrapping services!
Participation Fee $30/child, $25 for the second child
Register HERE
Questions? Email Lesley@WinniPlayhouse.org or Kate@WinniPlayhouse.org
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse Children’s Arts Workshop Presents Animal Kingdom on September 15th
Spend the day stomping through the jungle or swimming through the ocean! Children will attend a class in drama, visual art, music, dance, and language arts all inspired by the amazing creatures of the Animal Kingdom! No experience necessary!
WHEN: Saturday September 15th, 9am-2pm
WHO: for children in grades K-6
WHERE: Held on our Meredith Theatre Campus, 50 Reservoir Rd, Meredith
CONTACT: Education Director Kate Boucher: kate@winniplayhouse.org, 366-7377
REGISTER: www.WinniPlayhouse.org
Please bring a snack, bag lunch, and water bottle. Children will be divided into groups based on grade.
See a Show & Transport Your Kids to Magical Places
Take your kids to 1930’s New York, a fabulous chocolate factory and a magical castle where the fair princess lets down her hair… Take them to the theater! There are a variety of family-friendly summer shows at venues throughout the state, and your whole family will enjoy the magic of these stories.
Some options include:
Enjoy the musical Willy Wonka in a beautiful, outdoor setting in Portsmouth’s Prescott Park. Adapted from Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, this is a classic tale about the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir. Runs each Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through August 26.
The Ogunquit Playhouse in Ogunquit, ME offers a wonderful opportunity for children to both watch and participate in live theater. Their summer camp program allows children to learn about drama and then take the stage during Saturday and Sunday matinee shows. This season, audiences can enjoy “Alice and Wonderland”, the “Berenstain Bears”, “Rapunzel” and more!
The Rochester Opera House presents their Summer Picnic Series, which includes a number of shows for children, including musician Susie Burke, dynamic musical duo Julie and Brownie, and a modern take on the “Wizard of Oz”. Additionally, talented local teens from ROH’s summer theater camp perform a high-spirited mix of popular tunes. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and enjoy the shows!
Capitol Center for the Arts in Concord presents “Golden Bird”, the story of three brothers competing on a quest to capture a golden bird, a golden horse, and a princess in a golden castle. Which brother will win in this classic French fairy tale?
The Fiddler on the Roof is a wonderful show for the whole family. The Leddy Center in Epping brings the beloved Broadway musical to life, with well-known songs such as “If I Were A Rich Man”, “Sunrise, Sunset”, and many more.
Leapin’ Lizards! Interlakes Summer Theater in Meredith presents “Annie”, the popular musical about the comic strip heroine of the same name. Little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts, as she embarks on a variety of adventures. Meet the evil Miss Hannigan, who runs the NY orphanage, Oliver Warbucks, the billionaire that Annie captivates, and her sidekick, a loveable mutt named Sandy. You’ll know all the words to the popular songs, such as “The Sun will Come Out Tomorrow,” and “You’re Never Fully Dressed without a Smile.”
These shows will transport you (and your kids) to magical places – and will inspire you to tap your toes and sing along!
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