Special events listings cover from Aug. 21 through Sept. 5

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 Road, 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. DROP-IN DAYS: WILD WEST DAYS, Aug. 21, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; TIE DYE II, Aug. 22, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

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. FETCH LAB - FLOAT MY BOAT, Aug. 21, 1-3 p.m., Ages 5-11; CLAY PLAY, Aug. 22, 10 a.m.-Noon, Ages 3-5; PLAY SPACES, Aug. 23, 1-3 p.m., Ages 3-11; FETCH LAB - FLOAT MY BOAT, Aug. 24, 1-3 p.m., Ages 5-11; COLLAGE STUDIO, Aug. 25, 1-3 p.m., Ages 3-11; ANIMAL ANTICS, Aug. 26, 1 and 2 p.m., Ages 3-11; WHEELS AT WORK, Aug. 27, 10 a.m.-noon, Ages 3-11; FETCH LAB - STACK 'EM UP, Aug. 28, 1-3 p.m., Ages 5-11; NAME PLAY, Aug. 29, 10 a.m.-noon, Ages 3-5; DOMINO MADNESS, Aug. 30, 1-3 p.m., Ages 5-11; BLOCK PARTY, Aug. 31 ,1-3 p.m., Ages 3-11; FETCH LAB - STACK 'EM UP, Sept. 1, 1-3 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. Toe Jam Puppet Band every Mon. 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., $5 above zoo admission; FROG-AID ROCK BENEFIT CONCERT, Aug. 29, 7-10 p.m., $10/adv., $15/dos. All proceeds go to Amphibian Ark. BOYS' NIGHT OUT, Aug. 30, 31, 6:30-9 pm., same deal as girls night out.

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. RAINFOREST REPTILES, Aug. 23, 24; CLOWNS, Aug. 30, 31, with Flippo the Clown.

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 noon. FLUTTERBY - Butterflies in Bloom, 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.

Cape Cod Melody Tent 2008 - Children's shows every Wed., 11 a.m., through Aug. 27, 21 West Main St., Hyannis. The Kaleidoscope Children's Theatre perform children's fairy tales during the summer. Hansel and Gretel, Aug. 27, $8. 508-775-5630 or www.melodytent.org.

FSPA Information Night, Aug. 21, 6-8 p.m., Franklin School for the Performing Arts, 38 Main St., Franklin. For students and parents who want to learn more about the music, dance and drama programs offered at the school. 508-528-8668 or fspaonline.com.

Special events

Aces Up Poker Tour - Texas Hold em, every Fri., 7 p.m., Corrine's, 1593 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. $10 includes hot and cold buffet. More info: acesuppokertour.com, 401-725-4260 or corinnesbanquets.com.

26th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Festival, Aug. 23 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Aug. 24 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawthorne Cove Marina, 10 White St., Salem. A festival showcasing 1920s-50s vintage motor yachts and sailboats. $5, children under 12 are free. 617-666-8530 or www.boatfestival.org.

King Richard's Faire, Aug. 30 through Oct. 19, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Rte. 58, Carver. All the vendors, shows, knights, ladies and jesters will be there for your enjoyment along with special events. Renaissance Idol will take place on Sept. 6 and 20, The Cleavage Contest will also take place on Sept. 13; The Prince and Princess Contest takes place on Sept. 27 for the most authentically dressed duo under the age of 12. $25/adults, $14 for children aged 5-12, children under 5 are free. 508-866-5391 or myspace.com/kingrichardsfaire or kingrichardsfaire.net.

Mansfield Sports Card and Memorabilia Show, Sept. 1, 8:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Holiday Inn, Forbes Blvd. and Rte. 140, Mansfield. The show has now expanded and features 85 vendors. It is Patriots Fan Day, wear a Patriots jersey or hat and receive free admission. Also, receive a free autographed 8x10 photo of a Patriots legend for the first 50 people who ask for one at the admission table. Free pack of cards for every guest. $1. 508-369-2471 or cardboardpromotions.com.

Cirque du Soleil's Kooza, begins Sept. 5, Tues.-Wed. at 8 p.m., Thurs. and Sat. at 4 and 8 p.m., Sun. at 1 and 5 p.m., Bayside Expo Center, 200 Mount Vernon St., Boston. 800-678-5440 or www.cirquedusoleil.com.

Craft Fairs/Festivals

2008 Craft Fair and Art Sale, Aug. 23, 12-4 p.m., Attleboro Arts Museum, 86 Park St., Attleboro. Beads, t-shirts, boxes, watercolors and other items on sale. Some crafts will be available for $1. Admission for adults $3, children under 9 free. 508-222-2644 x17 or attleboroartsmuseum.org.

Cambridge Carnival International, Aug. 24, Kendall Sq., Cambridge. Features Carribean culture through music, dance, crafts and more. 800-862-5678 or cambridge-usa.org or cambridgecarnival.org.

Sayonara to summer - End of the Summer Party Cruise, Aug. 28, Boarding at 7:15 p.m. and Departure at 8 p.m., The Provincetown II at Bay State Cruise Company is located at 200 Seaport Blvd., Boston. Three floors for for dancing and entertainment and featuring DJ Samuel L., also free airbursh tattoos and body painting. 2 tickets for $40 in advance, $30/dos. 781-444-7771 or bostoneventguide.com.

11th Annual Newport Waterfront Irish Festival, Aug. 30, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Aug. 31, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sept. 1, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Newport Yachting Center, America's Cup Avenue, Newport, R.I. Pour your own Guinness, listen to traditional Irish music, buy handcrafted goods. $12/adv., $15/door, $12/seniors and students aged 12-17. 401-846-1600 or newportfestivals.com.

Pawtucket Arts Festival Gala, Sept. 5, 6-10:30 p.m., Slater Mill Historic Site, 67 Roosevelt Ave., Pawtucket. This is the official kick off for the 10th Annual Pawtucket Arts Festival. Buckwheat Zydeco will perform and there will be food samples from many Pawtucket restaurants. $10/adv., $15/dos. 401-621-6123 or arttixri.com.

Outdoor/gardens

Borderland State Park, 259 Massapoag Ave., Easton/Sharon line. 508-238-6566 or www.mass.gov/dcr/events.htm.

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.

Garden in the Woods - New England Flower Society, through Labor Day, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sept. 2-Oct. 31, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; 180 Hemenway Rd., Framingham. One of New England's famous private gardens. $8/adults, $4/kids3-18; $6/seniors and students. 508-877-7630 or newenglandwild.org.

Big Bugs Exhibit, through Oct. 31, New England Wild Flower Society, Garden in the Woods, 180 Hemenway Rd., Framingham. Open 9 a.m.-7 p.m. until Labor Day; Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. from Sept. 2 through Oct. 31. Sculpture exhibition features 1,500 kinds of native plants, 200 rare and endangered species on 45 acres of land. Guided walks at 10 a.m. on weekdays, 2 p.m. on weekends. $8/adults, $4/youths 3-18; $6/seniors, $6/students. 508-877-6553 or newenglandwild.org. BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL, Aug. 21-22; PRAYING MANTIS WEEKEND, Sept. 6-7; DADDY LONGLEGS WEEKEND, Sept. 13-14; MONARCH MIGRATION WEEKEND, Sept. 20-21; GRASSHOPPER WEEKEND, Sept. 27-28; ASSASSIN BUG WEEKEND, Oct. 4-5; STUDENT ART SHOW, Oct. 5; SPIDER WEEKEND, Oct. 18-19; BYE BYE BUGS WEEKEND, Oct. 25-26.

Ghosts and Gravestones Tour, through October, 6, 7, 8, 9 p.m., Old Town Trolley Ticket Center, Atlantic Ave., Boston. Each half-hour tour leaves on the hour and tours some of Boston's gravest moments with costumed characters and hosted by the 17th Century Gravedigger. $23/children, $36/adults. 617-269-3626.

Loring Summer Discovery Camp, through April 27, 2008, The Ecotarium, 222 Harrington Way, Worcester. One of the longest-running summer day camps in the country. For ages 7-14. Three themes to choose from: Cosmic Camp, Prehistoric Planet and Amazing Animals. Registration open. 508-929-2703 or www.ecotarium.org.

H.P. Lovecraft Walking Tour, Aug. 23, 11 a.m., departs John Brown House Museum, 52 Power St., Providence. To commemorate the birth of H.P. Lovecraft the Rhode Island Historical Society will take a walking tour through the author's home city. The walking tour route is based on Lovecraft's "Providence Stories." Some excerpts of his book will be read and details of his life will also be discussed. $12. 401-331-8575 x45 or programs@rihs.org.

New Firewater Event, Aug. 23, 7:30 p.m., Downtown Providence.

Blackstone Valley Explorer - Thundermist Tour, Aug. 24 through Oct. 26, 45 minute tours depart hourly at 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. from Woonsocket Landing, Market Square, near Museum of Work and Culture, Woonsocket, R.I. The 49-passenger riverboat will tour the Woonsocket river. Advanced registration suggested. $10/adults, $8/children and seniors. 401-724-2200 or rivertourblackstone.com.

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.