Mothers Day Activities

Mothers Day Activities

Polar Caves: May 8th and 9th, Mother's day weekend, all Mom's will be free with a child's paid admission.

Family Workshop: Journey Across America
Saturday, May. 8 (10:30 a.m. to noon) (1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m)
Take a trip across America—from the mountains of Vermont and New Hampshire to the western plains. We’ll spend time in the countryside and in New York City as we explore American paintings. In the studio, we’ll create “postcards” of our travels. For children ages 6 to 10 and their adult companions. Offered twice; participation is limited. 603-646-2808

Mother's Day Special-Conway Scenic Railroad
Sunday May 9th
Mom rides FREE in Coach when accompanied by 1 or more of her children. Mom also rides FREE in First Class when accompanied by another paying adult. Complimentary appetizers served on board First Class. Train at 11:30 a.m. to Bartlett; 1:30 p.m. to Conway. (603) 356-5251

Mother's Day Train Ride With Bonnie and Clyde- May 9th 11:00 am

This Mother's Day train ride on the White River Flyer will be one to remember! Hold on to your Mom's as Bonnie & Clyde try to rob the train of cash, jewels and Mom's. An interactive event for the entire family to enjoy. Help capture the bandits. Mom's receive a special gift. Adults $24. Children (ages 3-12) $18. Ages 2 & under Free. Family pack (2 adults & 2 children) $80.

CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH ON AN M/S MOUNT WASHINGTON CRUISE
As a sure sign of spring in New Hampshire, the M/S Mount Washington will offer its first Lake Winnipesaukee cruise of the season with a special brunch on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 8th. The Mother's Day cruises depart from Weirs Beach at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for two and a half hour scenic cruises with complete champagne brunch buffet and live entertainment. Fares are $30 for adults, children 4-12 are $15, and children three and under are free. You can purchase tickets in advance online.

Touch a Truck in Orford: Have a little one that loves trucks? Be sure to check out this event with them. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Orford Middle School, Route 25A. $5 for person or $15 for immediate family. Sponsored by the Orford Playground Committee. 603-359-5373 or orfordplays@gmail.com.

"The Great Goose Egg Auction" in Hanover: public viewing from 9 to 11 a.m., doors closed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., auction at 1:30 p.m., Hayward Lounge, Hanover Inn, 2 South Main St. View and bid on dozens of eggs by renowned artists and illustrators. Proceeds benefit Open Fields School. 802-785-2077 or view eggs at www.openfields.org.

Create a Bracelet for Mom, for all ages: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Family Place, 52 Olcott Drive, Norwich. $12, proceeds benefit Jewelry Os and Families Learning Together programs. 802-649-3268 or diannen@the-famiily-place.org.

Mother's Day Story Time in Ascutney, for infants to 6: 10:30 a.m., Weathersfield Proctor Library, 5181 Route 5. Stories about moms plus make a gift for Mommy. Please sign up in advance. 802-674-2863 or library@weathersfield.org.

Annual Mother's Day Plant Sale: Ascutney Volunteer Fire Department. Saturday May 8th. 9am-1pm at the station near exit 8. (802) 674-5021

On May 8th Treat your Mother Special At The Library: Bradford Library. Free tea & treats will be served upstairs and down to accommodate all ages.

The Montshire Museum has these events happening, plus the water park is open:
Saturday May 8th activities

11:00 a.m. Fossils
Hold fossils from the Museum's collection and use clues to uncover their origins.

3:30 p.m. Optical Illusions
Play tricks on your brain and eyes while discovering that things are not always as they appear.

Sunday May 9th Activities
11:00 a.m. Sink and Float (for preschoolers and their families)
Test your predictions about which common objects will sink and which will float, then make a boat that will hold the most cargo without sinking.

3:30 p.m. Gearing Up (Lab Coat Investigation for those ages 9 and up)
Join in as we build machines with gears. Find out how different types of gears can change how something moves. Sponsored by Hypertherm.