Fun Things to Do with Kids in Fairfield County CT - October 2011
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Webster Bank Arena at Harbor Yard, 600 Main Street, Bridgeport
The Castle Contributes to a Cause
Cinderella, Belle, and Ariel are just some of the characters that greet children at the Burr Homestead's Enchanted Castle, where each room is decorated in a different storybook theme. Proceeds from the event benefit the Ahlbin Rehabilitation center at Bridgeport Hospital, a nonprofit organization that provides care to individuals regardless of their ability to pay. October 21-23, 25, 29-30. Weekdays 4-7pm; weekends 10am-5pm. $5; free children younger than 2.
Burr Homestead, 739 Old Post Road, Fairfield; www.enchantedcastle.org
Damsel in Distress
It's going to take more than just superheroes to save Mother Earth, as you'll learn in Marvel Super Heroes Operation: Green. Spider-Man, Captain American, Iron Man, and the Green Goblin educate kids on the dangers of pollution and what can be done to clean up the environment. October 29, 11am and 1pm. $8. Reserve tickets by calling ext. 2206.
Maritime Aquarium - IMAX Theater, 10 North Water Street, Norwalk
Sleeping Beauty Ballet
Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty tells the story of a handsome prince who, with just a kiss, awakens his princess. Children have the opportunity to see this classic tale as a live ballet performed by the Connecticut Ballet. October 30, 2pm and 4:30pm. $25, $20 children.
Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge Avenue, Ridgefield
Accomplishing the Impossible
The Spencers, a husband-and-wife team named International Magicians of the Year, enlist help from the audience in Spencers: Theatre of Illusion. The couple, described as "modern day Houdinis," uses technology, drama, comedy, romance, and suspense while pulling off elaborate stage illusions. There will be a costume contest and treats in honor of Halloween. October 30, 3pm. $25-$35; $15 children ages 11 and younger.
Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University, 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield
Under the Sea in IMAX
To make the documentary Coral Reef Adventure, Howard and Michele Hall spent 10 months creating a cinematic record of the reefs, showing their beauty as well as their decline. Some of the planet's most diverse underwater creatures are on display. Liam Neeson narrates and Crosby, Stills and Nash provide the music. Playing through January 12, 2012. Check website for times. $9; $6.50 ages 2-12.
Maritime Aquarium - IMAX Theater, 10 North Water Street, Norwalk
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