🗓️ Weekend Roundup: January 10–12
Family-Friendly Things to Do Around Greater Hartford
Looking for plans this weekend? Whether you’re in the mood for a quick craft, an indoor cultural outing, or something a little more adventurous, there are some great family-friendly options happening around Greater Hartford.
Here’s what’s on our radar for January 10–12.
✂️ Free Craft Event: Mitten Bookmarks
🗓 Saturday, January 10 | 11:00 am–12:00 pm
📍 JCPenney Westfarms
A simple, low-pressure craft perfect for younger kids. Children can create a winter mitten bookmark and take home a free craft kit, along with a Kids Zone ID badge, lanyard, and collector pin.
Cost: Free
🦖 Dinosaur World Live
🗓 Sunday, January 11 | 3:00–5:00 pm
📍 Warner Theatre Oneglia Auditorium
This interactive stage show brings life-sized dinosaurs to the stage—including a Tyrannosaurus Rex. After the performance, families can stick around for a dinosaur meet-and-greet, which is always a hit with dino lovers.
Cost: Ticketed
🎨 Second Saturdays at the Wadsworth: Hands on Hobbies
🗓 Saturday, January 10 | 10:00 am–6:00 pm
📍 Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
Spend the day exploring hands-on creative activities inspired by hobbies and artistic expression. Paint, build, design, and discover something new—all in the beautiful surroundings of the museum.
Cost: Included with admission
🎨 Storytime Splatter Workshop at Creative Jam
🗓 Sunday, January 11 | 11:00 am
📍 Creative Jam
This imaginative workshop blends storytelling and art, inspired by Art & Max by David Wiesner. A great option for kids who love getting creative—and don’t mind a little mess.
Cost: Paid (check with Creative Jam for details)
❄️ Family Winter Survival at Roaring Brook
🗓 Sunday, January 11 | 2:00–3:30 pm
📍 Roaring Brook Nature Center
What would you do if you got lost in the woods in winter? This hands-on program teaches basic outdoor survival skills, including shelter building and fire safety. Families should dress for winter weather.
Note: Not geared for children under 9.
Cost: Included with admission
🎨 Play with Clay at the Wells Turner Library in Glastonbury
🗓 Saturday, January 10 | 12:30-1:30 pm
📍 Creative Jam
Join us for a hands-on, free-play clay program where young artists can let their imaginations run wild! Children will have the opportunity to explore, squish, roll, and sculpt with clay without specific instruction, fostering creativity and developing fine motor skills through sensory engagement. This is a perfect, low-key chance for children to experiment and create their own unique masterpieces.
Cost: Free, registration required
💡 Planning Ahead
Winter weekends don’t have to be complicated. A short outing, a creative workshop, or an indoor show can be just enough to break up the day and reset everyone’s mood.
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