Kids Boston - February 23, 2009

Blocks of Time

Big, Little Girl Blocks

In the world of kiddie must-haves, stacking blocks top the list.

It’s a rite of passage to figure out how to build ’em up (and knock ’em down).

Inspire towering greatness with a set of custom Big, Little Girl’s vintage-style stacking blocks.

The American-made, solid maple blocks are distressed, hand painted, and decorated to order with nontoxic paints. Choose from 22 colors and four themes inspired by the turn-of-the-century (the last one), retro ’50s, mod ’60s, or groovy ’70s.

They’re perfectly sized to help little hands build sky-high structures.

And lasting memories.

Available online at biglittlegirl.biz.

DIVE
Ocean Detectives
What: Kids ages 5-12 and parents explore the mysteries of the deep sea.
Why: Get a clue.
When: Sat., 2-3:30 p.m.
Where: New England Aquarium, Central Wharf, Waterfront (617-973-5206).

GO
Treehouse Shakers
What: West African stories, dance, theater, and music in a fundraiser for the Watertown Family Network.
Why: Be a social climber.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.
Where: Watertown Middle School, 68 Waverley Ave., Watertown (617-926-1661).

WONDER
Magic Ark Children’s Series: the Magic of Bonaparte
What: Mesmerizing interactive show with comedy, illusions, and tricks.
Why: You’ll be spellbound.
When: Sun., 2 p.m.
Where: Striar JCC, 445 Central St., Stoughton (617-965-5226).