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MacKID's Picks: 5 Events For Kids, Families This Week

Thanksgiving fun and more!

By Kara Murphy November 22, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving week! We hope you all have a chance to gather with friends and family and enjoy an amazing meal this week. But for those for whom this holiday is difficult, know you are in our thoughts.

If you're looking for something to do to keep those kids busy this week, we have options for you! Plus, don't forget to support small businesses Saturday! Here are our five picks for event highlights this Thanksgiving week:

1. Science Story Time For Little Learners

Kids ages 3-6 and a caregiver are invited to log on for an online science story time with WonderLab! This program uses children’s picture books to engage as well as support scientific concepts and experiments. Wednesday, Nov. 23

2. Free Printable For Thanksgiving Day

Happy Thanksgiving! Looking for ways to keep the kids busy and happy today? Check out our FREE printable, with Thanksgiving-themed fun and games for the kids! Thursday, Nov. 24


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3. Support Locally-Owned Businesses On Small Business Saturday

We love supporting local businesses all year long — and hope you do too! Small Business Saturday is a chance for you to support local businesses while shopping for the holiday season. Saturday, Nov. 26

4. Make Funny-Faced Paratha, An Indian Snack

Kids ages 7-12 are invited to join Poliglot for a free virtual cooking class and learn how your children can cook ‘Funny Face Paratha’ an easy Indian snack while also bringing family members closer together through new memories made at home and a love for Indian food. Sunday, Nov. 27

5. Pajama Storytime With A Stuffed Animal Friend

Cuddle up with a favorite stuffed animal in pajamas for this special virtual storytime with the New York Public Library. Monday, Nov. 28