What's the Buzz? Weekend Activity Picks for 3/25/17-3/26/17

by Cait 9:28 AM 0 comments Connecticut Events Family Activities Kids Things To Do In Connecticut Weekend

We have an abbreviated list this week.  Check back next week for a full listing of activity picks for each county. 


Fairfield County
Activity: ROCKIN TOTS - PARENTS & TODDLERS SPECIAL JUMP TIME at Rockin Jump Trumbull
Date: 3/25
Time: 8AM – 10AM
Location: 25 Trefoil Dr, Trumbull
Cost: The cost (1 Parent and 1 Child up to 6 years old) is $15 for the entire tot time. Each additional child will cost only $3 and each additional parent is $12
Overview: "We understand trampolines are fun but big kids and toddlers don’t always mix. Rockin’ Tots offers a dedicated time when parents can have fun with their smaller children while socializing with their friends in a comfortable, low-key, clean, air conditioned environment.

"Rockin’ Tots jump times are held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9:00AM – 12:00PM and Saturdays from 8:00AM – 10:00AM.  Holiday hours may apply so please check out updates regarding special times on our social media pages.

"Just think, you can burn as many calories playing with your children on our trampolines in 10 minutes as you would running for 33 minutes, and still fit in time to socialize with your other friends. Does that sound fun or what?"
For More Info: Rockin' Tots

Litchfield County
Activity: Llama Walk
Date: 3/25
Time: 10AM-11AM
Location: White Memorial Conservation Center, 80 Whitehall Rd., Litchfield
Cost: $20
Overview: "Take a one hour walk with a llama on a beautiful trail within one of the most beautiful and diverse wildlife sanctuaries in America. You and your family are in for a treat. After walking with the llamas, these beautiful soft companions, plan to explore one of the most beautiful wildlife sanctuaries in the country. The Sanctuary is comprised of 4,000 acres, laced with 40 miles of trails and home to an infinite variety of flora and fauna.
Take a break from the hiking and drop into our beautiful family friendly Nature Museum. See a life-sized beaver lodge, learn about alternative energy, touch real animal fur, and test your bird identification skills, visit a fluorescent rock cave, and view nature through a digital macro-scope. Explore the Children’s Corner: books, puzzles, stuffed animals, and more. The Nature Museum provides a glimpse of the natural diversity found outdoors on the White Memorial Foundation’s 4,000-acre wildlife sanctuary."
For More Info: Pre-register by calling (860) 248-0355

New Haven County
Activity: The Rainbow Fish
Date: 3/26
Time: 2PM
Location: Paul Mellon Arts Center, 332 Christian St., Wallingford
Cost: $10
Overview: "Based on the beloved children’s book written by Marcus Pfister, ArtsPower will present The Rainbow Fish.
With her lovely coloring and shimmering scales, the Rainbow Fish is used to being the most beautiful creature in the ocean. So when the other fish ask her for some silver scales, she refuses. How can she sacrifice the one thing that makes her so unique? With songs like “(I Wanna Be A) Big Fish In A Big Pond!”, this delightful musical from ArtsPower is relatable for audiences both young and old and provides a touching lesson about the value of true friendship."
For More Info: (203) 697-2398

Hartford County
Activity: Sunday Morning Open Gym (for ages 0-6)
Date: 3/26
Time: 9:30AM - 11:00PM
Location: Romp n' Roll Wethersfield, 1275 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield
Cost: $10 drop-in fee
Overview: "Our parent-supervised indoor play sessions are great for letting kids blow off steam while they have fun on our play equipment. If your child is currently enrolled, unlimited admission to Open Gym indoor play is included in your tuition. If you'™re not currently enrolled at Romp n' Roll, it's a neat-o way for you and your child to sample the Romp n' €Roll experience for a nominal fee. Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers up to age 6!"
For More Info:  (860) 436-5821

Tolland County
Activity: Word Play!
Date: 3/25
Time: 11AM & 2PM
Location: Ballard Institute Theater, 1 Royce Circle, Storrs
Cost: Adults: $12; Members/Seniors $10, Students: $8; Kids: $6 (12 years and under)
Overview: "Word Play by Good Hearted Entertainment- Word Play uses clowning and puppetry to take audiences on an adventure through the alphabet. Audiences can make friends with vowels, teach tricks to a “C-A-T” and “D-O-G,” and visit a Word Zoo full of surprises. It’s the perfect blend of education and entertainment- a play on words, literally!"
For More Info: Ballard Institute