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Abracadabra! A Week's Worth of Family Fun with MacKID Event Picks

All your family fun Mar. 20-26

March 18, 2024

How is it nearly the end of March already? Time flies when you're trying to keep kids happy and healthy. Make your week just a little bit easier thanks to this lineup of free family fun. Magic tricks, sea lion science, and meditation mean there's something for everyone in this edition of MacKID picks. Cruise through the week when you check out these can't-miss events happening March 20-26:

1. Do Sea Lions Wear Sunglasses?

Going to the zoo without going to the zoo? Sign us up. It's even better when you get a behind-the-scenes look from zookeepers. Add in high energy and movement and you've got yourself the perfect stay-at-home field trip. You're welcome. Mar. 21

2. Make Science Magic with a Geologist

When science meets magic (with a few rocks thrown in), it's basically the perfect event for any curious kid. Tune in to this virtual workshop and let them expand their trick repertoire. Because the rubber pencil gig is getting pretty tired about now. Mar. 22

3. Chill Out! Yoga for Kids

Longing for a moment of zen? Embrace the silence and join this online meditation workshop for kids. Music, games, and crafts to soothe the soul. Find some calm amid the chaos – for a few minutes anyway. Mar. 23


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4. Picture Book Storytime

New stories unlocked! This virtual storytime will introduce four new picture books the kids will love. So if it's time to expand your reading stash, get a sneak peek at some fresh content headed your way. Plus it'll keep the kids busy for a little while – solo trip to the bathroom, here we come. Mar. 24

5. Mailtime! Look Who's Got a Letter

The best times of day? Storytime and mail time, of course. Combine their two loves at this interactive virtual read-aloud from the National Postal Museum. These postal pros will have your kids learning and exploring more about the USPS than you thought possible. Now if they could just keep the bills away... Mar. 25