Special events listings cover from May 15 through May 29

Children's/family

Borders Storytime, every Fri., 10 a.m., Borders Books and Music, 1212 South Washington St., North Attleboro. Children have a story read to them and some days there are crafts. 508-699-7766 or www.borderstores.com.

Fiske Public Library Storytime, Fiske Public Library, 110 Randall Rd., Wrentham. Toddler storytime, for ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2. Preschool Storytime, for ages 3 1/2 to kindergarten. Join the group for stories, songs, poems and parachute play. Call 508-384-5440 x21 to register or stop by the children's dept.

Saturday Kids' Craft Workshops, every Sat., 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., The Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak St., Brockton. Parents may explore the museum while their children make art. $8/each child, $15/2 children. 508-588-6000 or www.fullercraft.org. Plainville Public Library, 56 East Main St., Plainville. 508-695-1784 or www.plainville.library.org. Storytime/craft programs, Tues., 1 p.m., Thurs. 10:15 a.m., Ages 3 to 5; Mother Goose on The Loose, every Tues., 10:15 a.m., Ages 0 to 2.

Woonsocket Harris Public Library, 303 Clinton St., Woonsocket, R.I. Hours as of Sept. 8: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 401-769-9044 or www.woonsocketlibrary.org. 401-767-4122.

The Children's Museum in Easton, 9 Sullivan Avenue, North Easton. 508-230-3789 or www.childrensmuseumineaston.org. Museum is located in the Old Fire Station in North Easton Village. Admission is $6 per person; members and children under 1 are free.

Providence Children's Museum, 100 South Street, Providence, 401-273-KIDS or www.childrenmuseum.org; Tues.-Sun. and Mon. school holidays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., selected Fridays until 8 p.m. Metlife Family Friday, free every Fri., 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Brooks Pharmacy Free Sundays, First Sun. of every month is free. SHAPE UP, May 15, 3-5 p.m., Ages 5-11; FETCH LAB - TOP THAT, May 17, 1-3 p.m., Ages 5-11; FETCH LAB - FLOAT MY BOAT, May 18, 1-3 p.m., Ages 5-11; SPLASH SCIENCE, May 19, 3-5 p.m., Ages. 5-11; PLAY AND LEARN, May 20, 10 a.m.-noon, Ages 2-4; FETCH LAB - TAKE FLIGHT, May 21, 3-5 p.m., Ages 5-11; ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS, May 22, 3-5 p.m., Ages 3-11; NO TIME TO WASTE, May 24, 10:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Ages 5-11; HAPPY BIRTHDAY LITTLE RHODY, May 25, 1-3 p.m., Ages 2-4; SPLASH SCIENCE, May 26, 3-5 p.m., Ages 5-11; PLAY AND LEARN, May 27, 10 a.m.-noon, Ages 2-4; FETCH LAB - RESCUE MISSION, May 28, 3-5 p.m., Ages 5-11; GLOBAL GAMES, May 29, 3-5 p.m., Ages 5-11.

The Zoomzone, The Providence Children's Museum, 100 South St., Providence, 401-273-KIDS or www.childrenmuseum.org; Kids build different things to demonstrate a principal of science, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., $6.50/general, Free/members.

5w!ts, opens 10 a.m. everyday, 186 Brookline Ave., Boston. An interactive Egyptian adventure with 45 minute tours. Weekday prices: $16/adults, $14/children 12 and under; Weekend prices: $20/adults. $16/children 12 and under. 617-375-WITS or www.5-wits.com.

Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St., New Bedford. $6/adults, $4.50/seniors and teens, $3/children 3-12. 508-991-6178 or www.bpzoo.org. The Toe Jam Puppet Band, every Mon. at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Capron Park Zoo, 201 County St., Attleboro, 508-222-6202, www.capronparkzoo.com. April to October, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (final ticket, 4 p.m.), Attleboro residents $2.75/adult, $2.75/child (age 3-12), $2.75/senior; ron-residents, $5.50/adult, $3.75/child (age 3-12), $3.75/senior; under 3 free.

Davis Animal Farm, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., 145 Redstone Hill Rd., Sterling. $14.95, children under 2 are free. 978-422-MOOO or www.davisfarmland.com. HEROES WEEKEND, May 17-18. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Fire trucks and equipment will be available to climb on; CONSTRUCTION EXPO, May 24-26, 10 a.m.-noon, 1-3 p.m., Climb a bulldozer, use a backhoe and do some constructing.

The Ecotarium, 222 Harrington Way, Worcester. Tues. through Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun., 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. $10/adults, $8/kids 3 to 18, students, seniors, Free/children under 3. 508-929-2700 or www.ecotarium.org. Franklin Park Zoo, weekdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekends and holidays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., 1 Franklin Park Rd., Boston. Special zoo locations are the Tropical Forest, Kalahari Kingdom and the Tiger Tales exhibit. All seen daily. 617-541-LION or www.zoonewengland.com. $11/adults, $9.50/seniors, $6/children 2-12; Children under 2, free.

Roger Williams Park Zoo, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence. Featuring zoo animals, special exhibits, and presentations. $12/adults, $8/seniors, $6/children 3-12, Free/children under 3, members. 401-785-3510 or www.rogerwilliamsparkzoo.org. Toddler Time, every Fri. through Feb., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., geared towards a fun experience for parents and toddlers. ARMED FORCES DAY, May 17; FLUTTERBY - Butterflies in Bloom, May 24 through Sept. 1.

Winslow Farms Animal Sanctuary, 37 Eddy St., Norton. 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, closed Tuesdays. Petting farm for abused and abandoned animals. 508-285-6451 or www.winslowfarm.com.

11th Annual Spring Children's Festival, May 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Dean College Campus Center, 135 Emmons St., Franklin. There will be games, arts and crafts, pony rides, moonwalks, a DJ and animals. 508-541-1598.

Simon Kidgets Super DUper Mini Chefs, May 17, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Emerald Square Mall, 999 South Washington St., North Attleboro. features entertainment by Radio Disney, a Mr. Potato Head Mix n' Match activity, Pastabilities pasta craft station, free healthy recipes from kid's TV channel "qubo", giveaways and more.

Traditional Music for Kids with Aubrey Atwater, May 17, 1 p.m., Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., Cumberland, R.I. Aubrey Atwater, half of the folk duo Atwater-Donnelly, presents a family program of traditional folk music for children. $5/kids, $7/adults. 401-725-9272 or www.riverfolk.org.

Arthur Live!, May 18, 2 p.m., The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester. Arthur and his friends hit the stage in this musical adventure. $20-$28. 877-571-7469 or www.thehanovertheatre.org.

Concert for Preschoolers - Toddlers and Kindergarteners, May 23, 10 a.m., The Orpheum Theatre, 1 School St., Foxboro. This interactive music program features Rick Goldin withhis guitar and puppets. $6/adv., $8/dos. 508-543-2787.

Special events

Lager Nights, every Thursday, 5-7 p.m., Buzzards Bay Brewing, 98 Horseneck Rd., Westport. Bring your own food to be grilled, enjoy $1.50 pints, take a brewery tour, partake in the tasting room and listen to music. 508-636-2288.

19th Scrimshaw Collectors' Weekend, May 16-18, New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill, downtown New Bedford. Only event dedicated to indigenous shipboard art form; attracts collectors, curators, antiques dealers and whaling buffs from four continents. $10 for adults, $9 for seniors (59+) and students with a valid ID, and $6 for children ages 6-14. www.whalingmuseum.org.

International Fight League, May 16, 7:30 p.m., The Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT. Mixed Martial Arts. $25, $50, $95, $150, $225, $300. 21+. 888-226-7711 x27163 or www.mohegansun.com.

Newport Spring Boat Show, May 16-18, Newport Yachting Center, Newport, R.I. Boats will be on display and there will be a special Bassmaster CastingKids Program competition for ages 7-14. $13/adv., $15/at gate. 401-846-1115 or www.newportspringboatshow.com.

US Open of Darts, May 16 at 2-6:30 p.m. and 7-11 p.m.; May 17, 2 -7 p.m. and from 7:30-9:30 p.m.; May 18 from 2-7 p.m., The Cabaret Theatre, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT. $20/May 16, $30/May 17, 18. 21+. 888-226-7711 x27163 or www.mohegansun.com.

Women's Ministry Tea, May 16, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., All Saints Anglican Church, 1188 South Main St., Attleboro. This Tea is co-chaired by Leah Turner and Jessica Hilliard. The guest speaker is The Rev. Erilynne Barnum. $5 donation suggested. RSVP by phone. 508-222-2640.

Fairs/Festivals

26th Annual Flower-vegetable and attic treasures sale, May 16, 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m., The United Methodist Church, 1886 Washington St., Walpole. this sale raises funds for missions and general church expenses. Beautiful healthy flower and vegetable plants will be for sale, as well as floral hanging baskets and deck planters. Attic treasures of all kinds will be appreciated by sharp-eyed shoppers. Snack and lunch items, coffee and soft drinks will also be sold. 508-668-2530.

Springtime Festival, May 16 from 5-10 p.m. and May 17 from 3-11 p.m., St. Matthew's Church Grounds, 1030 Dexter St., Central Falls, R.I. Families have over 25 activities to choose from, there will also be games and prizes. There will also be a penny social and $2000 prize raffle. 401-722-3717.

6th Annual Asparagus and Flower Heritage Festival, May 17, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., West Brookfield Town Common, West Brookfield. Children can enjoy animals and games while adults can meet local growers and enjoy different asparagus dishes. Free. www.sturbridge.org.

Outdoor/gardens

The Ecotarium, 222 Harrington Way, Worcester. Open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues. through Sat. and 12 to 5 p.m. on Sun. $10/adults, $8/children 3-18. $5/Planetarium admission. $2.50/Explorer Express Train. $9/Tree Canopy Walkway (Seasonal only) 508-929-2700 or www.ecotarium.org. Preschool Mornings, every Wed., 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

26th Annual Spring Thing Sale, May 16, 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., May 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., The United Methodist Church, 1886 Washington St., Walpole. Only plants will be on sale on May 16. On May 17 flowers, vegetables and attic treasures will be on sale. There will also be food and drink on sale. 508-668-2530.

Arts & crafts

Community Quilting, every Thurs., 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., New England Quilt Museum, 18 Shattuck St., Lowell. Work on community quilting projects and learn about quilting. 978-452-4207 x19.

Fiber Art Basketry, Tues. and Thurs. 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St., Fall River. $100/4 to 5 week session or 2 baskets. 508-678-0039 or www.ncfta.org.

Teen and Adult Drawing Classes, Tues. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St., Fall River. Learn how to see like an artist. $50/includes some materials. 508-678-0039 or www.ncfta.org.

Children's Drawing Classes, Sat. 10-noon, Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St., Fall River. For ages 7- 12.508-678-0039 or www.ncfta.org.