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CK-12

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CK-12 is a deeply interactive and intelligent K-12 learning platform that's free for everyone. We let students learn in their own way, whether by reading, watching videos, exploring interactive simulations, or answering personalized practice questions. We empower educators with fully customizable digital textbooks and smart insights about their students. We give parents peace of mind through lessons that are well-organized, standards-aligned, and easy to monitor. We've helped over 120 million people since 2012, both in-school and homeschool. Today, we're helping parents, students, and te ... Read more
My Gym Children's Fitness Center - LIVE

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My Gym LIVE brings our amazing curriculum to your living room, backyard, or home dojo! These are NOT prerecorded videos; this is LIVE instruction from our fun and entertaining My Gym teachers. Instead of meeting in person each week, you and your kids ... Read more

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Reading Eggs

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Learn to Read in 30 Days for FREE! Reading Eggs is the multi-award winning reading program for ages 2 to 13 that uses scientific research to help your child learn to read, in just weeks! Our mission has always been to make learning easy and fun f ... Read more

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Bushnell Park

Hartford

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Bushnell Park today remains an oasis in the heart of the city where people from all walks of life come to renew their spirit and energy.
Camp Pillsbury

Owatonna

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Camp Pillsbury is an exciting, safe, fun, coed overnight summer camp for kids ages 6-17.
It is a unique sleep over camp in Minnesota that provides over 100 activities to choose from. No matter what each child's interests are, they are certain to find activities that not only fascinate them, but help build their character, self-esteem and confidence. Camp Pillsbury offers its campers the chance to fly on the trapeze, participate in musical theater, team sports (such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball), learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play an instrument - all in the same day! Because each camper chooses the activities they particip ... Read more
Castle Hill Farm

Newtown

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Castle Hill Farm is located in Newtown, Connecticut and has been owned and operated by the Paproski family for four generations. Currently a retired dairy farm, Castle Hill Farm was once the second largest supplier of dairy products in Fairfield County! The farm is approximately one hundred acres in size and is known to be a fun and educational attraction to many in the fall season. Castle Hill Farm is the proud owner of Paproski's 4 acre Pumpkin Patch and 7 acre Corn Maze. Visit us in the fall for Hay Rides, Pick-your-own Pumpkins, Our Petting Zoo, Corn Maze, Pony Rides, and much more!
Catalina Sea Camp

Toyon Bay

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Summer camp on Catalina Island is a great way to spend the summer. Wonderful memories and new friends await at Catalina Sea Camp one of California's premier overnight summer camps.
Our one-week and three-week camps are one of a kind ocean adventure and marine biology summer camps located at Toyon Bay on Catalina Island. Sea Camp offers three one-week sessions for boys and girls ages 8-13 and two three-week coed sessions for teens ages 12-17. Our hand-picked counselors and instructors create an atmosphere of fun and excitement while leading campers on a host of ocean adventure, marine biology, and social summer camp activities. Catalina Sea Camp is a program developed by Catalina Island Marine Institute, also known as "CIMI". Rules for participation in Guided D ... Read more
Classic Harbor Line - Boston

Boston

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Use online promo code: 15Family and receive 15% off each ticket you purchase!
See Boston like you never have on this 2 hour sail aboard the Adirondack III, a wooden 80-foot pilot schooner. Within five minutes of leaving the dock, you'll forget the mayhem and noise of the City, and you'll feel the relaxing breeze of Boston Harb ... Read more

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Classic Harbor Line - NYC

New York

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Receive 10% off each ticket purchased at www.sail-nyc.com using ONLINE promo code FAMILY10
Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of New York City, Classic Harbor Line hopes for the privilege of escorting you on a relaxing, inspiring and breathtaking sightseeing cruise through the waters we proudly call hom ... Read more

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Delaware River Tubing

Milford

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Start the 2020 summer with a fun river adventure on a tube, raft, canoe or kayak down the Delaware River!
Free BBQ Meals at the Famous River Hot Dog Man for all participants and great fun for the entire family from ages 4 and up. Call 908-996-5386!
Lake Compounce

Bristol

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With over 402 acres of fun, Lake Compounce is the oldest continuously operating amusement park in North America, welcoming families since 1846. Lake Compounce has ten cozy catering pavilions and plenty of room to host your next birthday, party, family reunion, and corporate event! Lake Compounce combines unique and exciting thrill rides and coasters for all ages with a full-sized water park'"all for one low price.As the park continues to delight families from all around the New England area and beyond, the balance of evolution and tradition continues to play an important role at the nation's first amusement park.
Refreshing Mountain

Stevens

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Refreshing Family Fun & Adventure Refreshing Mountain is a year-round retreat and adventure center providing family friendly fun and refreshment for over 30 years in Lancaster County, PA. We provide facilities and services for large group retreats and rent cabins for overnight getaways. We also provide a variety of outdoor adventures, day field trips and corporate team building events with activities including zipline canopy tours, high ropes course, climbing tower, problem solving challenges and much more. Our center is built on 80 acres of beautiful Pennsylvania woodland and is conven ... Read more
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square

New York

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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square invites guests of all ages to experience the unbelievable mysteries of our world. Home to rare artifacts and thrilling interactive exhibits, this one-of-a-kind attraction in NYC is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the unusual, the unexpected and the unbelievable. Only at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square will families rediscover wonder around every corner. Currently the largest "Believe It or Not!" in North America with over 20 galleries and more than 500 artifacts from the unique Ripley's Collection.
Seaquest Interactive Aquarium Trumbull

Trumbull

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SeaQuest Interactive Aquarium offers a completely interactive, hands-on learning experience for the entire family. Designed as a 'Quest of Edutainment', visitors to SeaQuest will journey through realistically themed exhibits where they will connect w ... Read more

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SeaQuest is so excited to invite all their friends back after our temporary closing that we are offering a special 20% discount online only! Use the promo code "BacktoFun" to receive 20% off…
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Story Land

Glen

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Story Land - where fantasy lives! Story Land is a safe and natural setting where children and their imaginations can run free. We provide a great value to our guests every day, with all-inclusive rides, shows & attractions, reasonably-priced admission ticket, FREE parking, and FREE pet kennels. Featuring birthday parties and character dinners, Story Land is a celebration for the young at heart. This world of fantasy is punctuated by the kaleidoscope of flowers and emerald fields of New Hampshire's beautiful White Mountains. Timeless characters like Humpty Dumpty, the Old Woman in the Shoe ... Read more
Vacation Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach

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Win an Oceanfront Condo and Change Your Life!
Win an Oceanfront Condo and Change Your Life! Vacation Myrtle Beach Launches The Great Myrtle Beach Condo Giveaway! Vacation Myrtle Beach, one of the largest providers of family vacation accommodations in Myrtle Beach, SC, is pleased to announce the launch of The Great Myrtle Beach Condo Giveaway contest, which features the grand prize of a furnished oceanfront condo at The Caravelle Resort located in Myrtle Beach, SC, valued at nearly $100,000 (or $50,000 CASH)!!! Other lucky winners will receive a 7-night stay or a 3-night stay at one of Vacation Myrtle Beach's oceanfront properties. ... Read more

Events/Performances

Lyman Orchards

Middlefield

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Established in 1741 and celebrating its 275th Anniversary in 2016, Lyman Orchards is recognized as the twelfth oldest family owned business still in operation. Enjoy picking fresh fruits in season from strawberries in June to blueberries and raspberries in July, from peaches in August to Apples, Pears and Pumpkins in the fall! Get lost in one of two agricultural mazes: the Sunflower Maze in August and the Corn Maze in September and October. Group discounts available.

Family Activities

Catalina Sea Camp

Toyon Bay

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Summer camp on Catalina Island is a great way to spend the summer. Wonderful memories and new friends await at Catalina Sea Camp one of California's premier overnight summer camps.
Our one-week and three-week camps are one of a kind ocean adventure and marine biology summer camps located at Toyon Bay on Catalina Island. Sea Camp offers three one-week sessions for boys and girls ages 8-13 and two three-week coed sessions for teens ages 12-17. Our hand-picked counselors and instructors create an atmosphere of fun and excitement while leading campers on a host of ocean adventure, marine biology, and social summer camp activities. Catalina Sea Camp is a program developed by Catalina Island Marine Institute, also known as "CIMI". Rules for participation in Guided D ... Read more
Classic Harbor Line - Boston

Boston

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Use online promo code: 15Family and receive 15% off each ticket you purchase!
See Boston like you never have on this 2 hour sail aboard the Adirondack III, a wooden 80-foot pilot schooner. Within five minutes of leaving the dock, you'll forget the mayhem and noise of the City, and you'll feel the relaxing breeze of Boston Harb ... Read more

15% Off Classic Harbor Line - Boston
Join us for a Day Sail aboard Schooner Adirondack III. Use online promo code: 15Family and receive 15% off each ticket you purchase!
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Classic Harbor Line - NYC

New York

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Receive 10% off each ticket purchased at www.sail-nyc.com using ONLINE promo code FAMILY10
Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of New York City, Classic Harbor Line hopes for the privilege of escorting you on a relaxing, inspiring and breathtaking sightseeing cruise through the waters we proudly call hom ... Read more

10% off any Classic Harbor Line Cruise!
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Delaware River Tubing

Milford

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Start the 2020 summer with a fun river adventure on a tube, raft, canoe or kayak down the Delaware River!
Free BBQ Meals at the Famous River Hot Dog Man for all participants and great fun for the entire family from ages 4 and up. Call 908-996-5386!
Harlem Globetrotters At Home

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Harlem Globetrotters At-Home Educational Materials
Just like all of you, we miss the sounds of the arenas and the in-person smiles we share. While we can't connect in person right now, we are not going away. In the coming weeks, we'll be here for you. Look for new videos from our Globetrotter stars that will help with at-home learning for kids, as well as other fun stuff just to make us laugh. Over the past few years our stars have accomplished incredible feats, including Guinness World Records and epic trickshots. View these videos below for some additional entertainment.
Painting with a Twist East Longmeadow

East Longmeadow

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Think you can't draw? Think you can't paint? Want to bring out the Rembrandt in you? Painting with a Twist is the answer. Painting with a Twist - an exciting way to relax, have fun with your family, or share a drink with friends old and new! Be inspired in our private art studio. Fun for all ages. Celebrate birthdays, baby showers, date night, girls' night out... there is always a reason to celebrate! Our talented, high energy artists will guide you through each step of the way. The results will delight and amaze you. At the end of your special session, you will take home a work ... Read more
Refreshing Mountain

Stevens

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Refreshing Family Fun & Adventure Refreshing Mountain is a year-round retreat and adventure center providing family friendly fun and refreshment for over 30 years in Lancaster County, PA. We provide facilities and services for large group retreats and rent cabins for overnight getaways. We also provide a variety of outdoor adventures, day field trips and corporate team building events with activities including zipline canopy tours, high ropes course, climbing tower, problem solving challenges and much more. Our center is built on 80 acres of beautiful Pennsylvania woodland and is conven ... Read more
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square

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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square invites guests of all ages to experience the unbelievable mysteries of our world. Home to rare artifacts and thrilling interactive exhibits, this one-of-a-kind attraction in NYC is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the unusual, the unexpected and the unbelievable. Only at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square will families rediscover wonder around every corner. Currently the largest "Believe It or Not!" in North America with over 20 galleries and more than 500 artifacts from the unique Ripley's Collection.
The Coding School

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LEARN TO CODE this Summer from Top Engineers!
Coding is hard, which is why we created the most supportive, personalized, and risk-free coding experience possible. codeConnects Summer program offers one-on-one and small group coding lessons for grades 4-12 from top computer scientists at Google, SpaceX, & Harvard -- all from the comfort of your own home! Students meet face-to-face with their instructor online over video chat and receive personalized lessons tailored to their own learning style and interests. Advancing at their own pace, students have the opportunity to delve into cutting-edge tech fields rarely taught to K-12 s ... Read more
Vacation Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach

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Win an Oceanfront Condo and Change Your Life!
Win an Oceanfront Condo and Change Your Life! Vacation Myrtle Beach Launches The Great Myrtle Beach Condo Giveaway! Vacation Myrtle Beach, one of the largest providers of family vacation accommodations in Myrtle Beach, SC, is pleased to announce the launch of The Great Myrtle Beach Condo Giveaway contest, which features the grand prize of a furnished oceanfront condo at The Caravelle Resort located in Myrtle Beach, SC, valued at nearly $100,000 (or $50,000 CASH)!!! Other lucky winners will receive a 7-night stay or a 3-night stay at one of Vacation Myrtle Beach's oceanfront properties. ... Read more
Veterans Memorial Ice Skating Rink

West Hartford

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Town facility for ice skating instruction, open sessions, hockey programs and rentals for parties, groups and fund raising programs.

Fun Centers

Refreshing Mountain

Stevens

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Refreshing Family Fun & Adventure Refreshing Mountain is a year-round retreat and adventure center providing family friendly fun and refreshment for over 30 years in Lancaster County, PA. We provide facilities and services for large group retreats and rent cabins for overnight getaways. We also provide a variety of outdoor adventures, day field trips and corporate team building events with activities including zipline canopy tours, high ropes course, climbing tower, problem solving challenges and much more. Our center is built on 80 acres of beautiful Pennsylvania woodland and is conven ... Read more

Museums/Zoos

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Bridgeport

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Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo has a proud history of over 80 years as Connecticut's only zoo. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and participant in its Species Survival Plan (SSP) programs, we are committed to the preservation of endangered animals and are actively developing strategies that will protect species and preserve their wild habitats. Through education, conservation, research and recreation, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo provides a wonderfully wild experience for students and families.
Mystic Aquarium

Mystic

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The mission of Sea Research Foundation, Inc., which includes Mystic Aquarium, Institute for Exploration and Immersion Learning, is to inspire people to care for and protect our ocean planet through education, research and exploration.
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square

New York

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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square invites guests of all ages to experience the unbelievable mysteries of our world. Home to rare artifacts and thrilling interactive exhibits, this one-of-a-kind attraction in NYC is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the unusual, the unexpected and the unbelievable. Only at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square will families rediscover wonder around every corner. Currently the largest "Believe It or Not!" in North America with over 20 galleries and more than 500 artifacts from the unique Ripley's Collection.
The Children's Museum

West Hartford

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The Children's Museum provides rich learning experiences in science and nature to young children. The Children's Museum includes the Travelers Science Dome at the Gengras Planetarium, Roaring Brook Nature Center, the UTC Wildlife Sanctuary, and the only science-based preschool in Connecticut.

Preschool Activities

My Gym - Enfield

Enfield

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My Gym has developed an extraordinary program and facility devised to help children 6 weeks thru 13 years of age develop physically, cognitively and emotionally. We have hundreds of locations in more than 30 countries offering structured, age-appropr ... Read more

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My Gym - Fairfield

Fairfield

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My Gym has developed an extraordinary program and facility devised to help children 6 weeks through 13 years of age develop physically, cognitively, and emotionally. We have hundreds of locations in more than 30 countries offering structured, age-appropriate, weekly classes that incorporate music, dance, relays, games, special rides, gymnastics, sports, and more. Children have loads of fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination, agility, and flexibility while developing social skills, confidence, and self-esteem. Our state-of-the-art facility, extensively trained staff, award-winning ... Read more
My Gym - Orange

Orange

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My Gym has developed an extraordinary program and facility devised to help children 6 weeks through 13 years of age develop physically, cognitively, and emotionally. We have hundreds of locations in more than 30 countries offering structured, age-appropriate, weekly classes that incorporate music, dance, relays, games, special rides, gymnastics, sports, and more. Children have loads of fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination, agility, and flexibility while developing social skills, confidence, and self-esteem. Our state-of-the-art facility, extensively trained staff, award-winning ... Read more
My Gym - West Hartford

West Hartford

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My Gym has developed an extraordinary program and facility devised to help children 6 weeks through 13 years of age develop physically, cognitively, and emotionally. We have hundreds of locations in more than 30 countries offering structured, age-ap ... Read more

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My Gym Children's Fitness Center - LIVE

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My Gym LIVE brings our amazing curriculum to your living room, backyard, or home dojo! These are NOT prerecorded videos; this is LIVE instruction from our fun and entertaining My Gym teachers. Instead of meeting in person each week, you and your kids ... Read more

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Reading Eggs

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Learn to Read in 30 Days for FREE! Reading Eggs is the multi-award winning reading program for ages 2 to 13 that uses scientific research to help your child learn to read, in just weeks! Our mission has always been to make learning easy and fun f ... Read more

12 Months of Reading Eggs and Bonus Mathseeds for $45
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Tiny Tykes

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TinyTykes Pre-School Soccer Programs - 20 Connecticut Programs
Child development through Challenger's nationally acclaimed innovative pre-school soccer program! TinyTykes is an innovative program, created by childcare specialists that introduces children aged 2 to 5-years to the basic skills of soccer. Both our Cubs (2- 3 years) and our Lions (4-5 years) modules use fundamental soccer activities, games and stories to develop their skills in the following areas: Balance, Agility and Coordination Technical Skills Gross motor skills Physical Development Social skills Self confidence Communication Teamwork