Kids Boston - June 22, 2009

Walk This Way

Vincent Shoes

All shoes are made for walking.

But not all can withstand the fumbling, tumbling, tree jumping, and puddle stomping that your toddler prefers.

Get a step ahead of the little devil with Swedish shoemaker Vincent’s versatile collection of kicks.

For little ladies, choose from the Kelly sandal adorned with pearls or the simple Sandra sandal with a flower applique. The funky rain boots take on messy days with aplomb. Slip him into the unisex Oskar sneaker-sandals — with mesh lining, leather upper, and a double Velcro closure — for adventures at the beach or playground.

And take a step in the right direction.

Available at Monkey Business, 330 College Street, Amherst (413-256-0020 or monkeybusinessamherst.com). To see styles, go to vincentshoestore.us.

EXPLORE
Arnold Arboretum Drop-In Family Activities: Pollination Party
What: Head to the tent for crafts, science investigations, and scavenger hunts on the grounds.
Why: It’ll be tree-mendous.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Hunnewell Visitor Center, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain (617-524-1718).

BUILD
Colonial Woodworking Demonstration
What: A house joiner uses historical tools to show how 18th-century buildings were made.
Why: Knock on wood.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Old State House Museum, 206 Washington St., Downtown (617-720-1713).

PRETEND
Superhero Saturday
What: Kids dress as their favorite superheroes, meet local comic book artists, plus enjoy a bounce house and sundaes.
Why: You could use some comic relief.
When: Sat., 4-7 p.m.
Where: Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Wenham (978-468-2377).