It’s going to be a busy weekend as we bring the best of activities and events that you can try and attend this weekend with your kids. Scroll down to see our citywise event lists. Given the weather we have a lot of indoor activities too that can fill your weekend with a lot of bonding and learning time with your kids.
1. 5 apps to celebrate tooth loss:Â That wobbly tooth can get the kids so excited and you must celebrate it with them. Here are apps that will add the the excitement and make it a lot more fun. If you are far away from the first set of teeth then don’t miss our first apps for your Baby.Â
2. Try the new Ezy Roller: Leave the house for a weekend trip with your kids and Ezy roller. Its pouring and the kids are sure to have a fun ride with this riding machine that is portable and silent. Check our review here.
3. If Fruits is the toughest to get down that little throat try these fun recipes this weekend. Super power packed energy boosters:
4. A customized subscription box by Candy Cane Club – If you are looking at a customized indoor activities and learning that include all aspects of learning then this is a great ideas for those toddler years.Read the complete review here.
5. Â KSP Crafty Mondays:Â Creativity is never boring and doesn’t really require a weekend but engaging with arts and crafts over a weekend only enhances the experience not just for you but also for your kids. Engage in some really cool craft ideas that you and your kids are sure to enjoy and have a great time with them.
6. Personalised Stamps with MyStamps – Another great way to a memorable weekend is to spend time with kids in making some beautiful personalised stamps that can have images, photos and other memorabilia that have a personal touch.
7. Japalouppe – Â A weekend that trains your kids on horse riding in the premier academy? Just two days, away from the city chaos and boring mundane routines! its a weekend well spent. get your kids to Japalouppe and get them trained on the basics of horse riding. They can also get themselves trained for advanced levels if they enjoy doing it.
MUMBAI
1. Â Workshop on Indian Politics by Fun Science Club:
There is ample requirement in our Indian political system for we need a larger youth focused on thee development and future of our country. Go ahead and register for the workshop on Indian Politics at Fun Science Club in August with your kids and educate them to help them see and work for a better India.
Date: 3rd August; Where: Fun Science Club, 4/5 Tehmi Terrace, B-Wing, Dr. Ambedkar Road; Dadar TT. Mumbai. Call: +91 9819580259
2. BEAUTY & THE BEAST at Canvas Laugh Factory.
From the makers of THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS, SNOW WHITE AND THE 7 DWARFS, THE LITTLE MERMAID and THE RAMAYANA comes yet another musical for kids. ‘Beauty and the Beast’ in a Broadway style musical based on the classic fairytale. Adapted and Directed by Vishaal Asrani and Jiji Subi, this musical is a complete family entertainer for kids and adults alike.
For more details visit their website or email at info@canvaslaughfactory.com. Contact: +91 9004603115. Date: 26th and 27th July. Timings: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM. Address: Pedestrian Walk Way to Palladium Mall, Lower Parel, 400013.
3. The Enchanted Island at NCPA
The opera takes the plots of Shakespeare’s Tempest and the lovers of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and conflates them into a rollicking story of shipwreck, mistaken identities, revenge, longing, and finally reconciliation and love.
For more details visit their website or Facebook Page. Email at boxoffice@ncpamumbai.com. Contact: 2222824567. Date: 26-Jul-2014. Timings: 06:30 PM – 09:32 PM. Address: Nariman Point, NCPA Marg, 400021
4. Â Craft Fun at the Toy Store
Toy Kraft has tied up with Hamleys across the country to bring in a few days of craft cheer. When it’s too wet to play outside, head to the toy store and let the child learn how to create Origami boats under the guidance of an expert. The other activity on the itinerary is learning how to decorate and make attractive fridge magnets using shell shapes, shells and coloured sand.
For more details visit their Facebook Page. Contact: 2243473444. Date: 26-Jul-2014 to 27-Jul-2014. Timings: 03:00 PM – 07:00 PM. Address: 1st Floor, High Street Phoenix Mall, Courtyard, Block 17, 462 Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel. Mumbai- 400013
5. The writing well by the writer’s bug.
Creative writing stretches the imagination and offers a wonderful outlet for expression. Our program, conducted by experienced faculty, aims to bring the joy of writing and reading in children while they weave their own stories of mystery, magic and adventure. Its purpose is to help each child find their individual voice while guiding them through the structure and nuances of writing.
For more details visit their website and Facebook Page.  Email: info@thewritersbug.com. Contact: 02233488168. Address: 39, Yashodhan Kutir, Ground Floor, Subhash Nagar, End of 13th Row, Chembur 400071. Date : 26th July to 10th January, 2015 (every Saturday). Timings: 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM.
6. Trunk full of fun at Kitab Khana
There’s a parade of elephants in town and you’re invited to join the fun! Go on an adventure to save the world with Airavat the magical elephant who has seven trunks. Learn to dodge because Gajapati Kulapati wants to cool off this summer by making a big spash! Finally, help the third elephant make up his confused mind. Is he an elephant or is he a buffalo? Meet all three elephants and then make one of your own a happy colourful noisy one that you’ll want to take home!
For more details Contact: 9820531420. Address: Kitab Khana, Flora Fountain, Fort. Mumbai 400001. Date: 27-July. Last Date of Registration: 26-July. Timings: 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM. Email: to.kitabkhana@gmail.com. Venue: Kitab Khana.
DELHI
7. Why so qurious Brain Brunch 5?
A fun family quiz organized by Quizcraft Global Knowledge Solutions for all members of the family on a very popular topic of these days: Harry Potter, the books, the movies, spin-offs, spoofs, also the world of wizardry.
For more details visit their Facebook Page or Email: mudita@quizcraftglobl.com. Contact: 9810543595. Date: 27th July. Time: 12:00 AM – 03:00 PM. Address: 31 Defence Colony Market, First Floor.
8. Elmer and the big bird storytelling workshop at Learning Square
At the LEARNING SQUARE our objective is to creating fun and stimulating experience for children and their mothers, the Leaning Square brings you The Elmer and The Big Bird Storytelling Workshop. Elmer the patchwork elephant revisits Learning Square! This time to have an adventure with a big, BIG BIRD! Experience what happens next!
For more details visit their Facebook Page or Email: learningsquare@yahoo.com. Charges: Members Rs. 300 and Non members Rs. 350/-. Event Date: 26-July. Last Date of Registration: 26-July. Activities : Storytelling. Timings: 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM. Contact No: 9871568844. Address: A-12, Mahendru Enclave, Opp. Gujranwala town, Delhi.
9. Eid Celebrations At Moglys
Eid is fun at Mogly’s mark the date, as its time to celebrate Eid Mubarak to everyone, come on let’s have lots of fun. Come to Mogly’s to pray and play, we are grateful it’s a special day! Mogly’s invites all the little ones to come and celebrate the festivities of Eid with us!
For more details visit their website and Facebook Page. Event Date: 26-Jul-2014. Timings: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Contact No.: 07827039820. Address: 3/42, Shanti Niketan Near Shanti Niketan Market. Email: gurukul@moglys.in
Pune
10. Arbhaat Children Film Club
The first edition of Arbhaat Children film club will conclude on Saturday, the 26th of July, at the National Film Archives of India, Pune. Noted film actress, writer and director Vibhavari Deshpande will grace the evening by her presence. The event is open to all. The film screened will be a South Korean movie – ‘I Go Home’.
For more details visit their Facebook Page or Email: arbhaat@gmail.com Date: 26-Jul-2014. Timings: 02:30 PM – 04:30 PM. Contact No: 8007893571. Address: National Film Archive of India, P.O. Box No.810, Law College Road, Film and Television Institute, 411004.
11. Bhimashankar Nature Trail By Trek’di
Finally, as the monsoon hits the city, providing the much needed relief from the scorching heat, it is the also time for Punekars to escape to weekend destinations and embark on monsoon adventure expeditions. This Sunday, you can schedule a nature visit to Bhimashankar. Known for its Lord Shiva temple, one of the twelve jyotirlingas across the country, Bhimashankar has been one of the prime destinations for tourists interested in exploring the places of worship and monsoon weekend gateways in and around Pune. But not many people know that this place is also a popular wild life sanctuary, owing to its richly abundant flora and fauna and being home to more than 500 animal and bird species. Trek’di is conducting here a nature trail for wildlife enthusiasts. While jungle walking your way through the verdant forests, you can look forward to spectacular views, sounds and sights of avifauna, reptiles, mammals, amphibians and of course the fascinating Shekru or Giant Squirrel – the state animal of Maharashtra.
For more details visit their website Email: events@trekdi.com.Date: 27-Jul-2014. Last Date of Registration: 26-Jul-2014. Activities : Adventure Camps, Bird Watching. Timings: 06:00 AM – 09:00 PM. Contact No: 2024490540. Address: 1366, Sadashiv Peth, Natu Baug, Bajirao Road Near Kelkar Museum Pune 411030.
CHENNAI:
12. Fireless Cooking workshop at Hansel and Gretel Kids.
Encourage your little chefs to participate and learn different methods and skills in cooking and gain confidence to try the recipes at home. This Friday, let’s indulge in cooking yummy and refreshing Veg Cheese Burger and Healthy Yummy Fruit Custard.
For more details visit their Facebook Page or Email: hanselandgretel.kids@gmail.com Contact: +91 9840431549 /44-43533073 – Team Hansel & Gretel Kids Centre. Date: 25-Jul-2014. Last Date of Registration: 25-Jul-2014. Activities: Cooking & Baking. Timings: 05:30 PM – 07:30 PM.
Address: 11,Jagadambal Street, T.Nagar,Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600017. Venue: Hansel & Gretel Kids Centre.
13. It’s Storytime at Hippocampus:Â
Come along and listen to Vishnupriya narrate stories using stuffed toys and sand tray. Vishnupriya is an interactive storyteller who enjoys spinning a yarn and engages each and every child in the storytelling process.
For more details visit their Facebook Page or Email: chandni@hippocampus.in. Date: 26-Jul-2014. Last Date of Registration: 26-Jul-2014. Activities : Storytelling. Timings: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Contact Person: Team Hippocampus Contact No: 44-42116417 / 24433544. Address: Old no:4,New no:11,3rd Avenue, Indranagar.Adyar .Chennai-600020. Venue: Hippocampus
14. Celebrate Ramadan.
The month of Ramadan has arrived. Come celebrate and learn about the joyful time for Muslims all over the world with stories, crafts and seviyan. Nigar Sultana of Dawat – E- Biryani will be at Hippocampus to share her experience with us.
For more details visit Facebook Page or Email: chandni@hippocampus.in. Date: 26-Jul-2014. Last Date of Registration: 26-Jul-2014. Activities : Activity Centres, Art & Craft, Storytelling. Timings: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Contact Person: Team Hippocampus Contact No: 44-42116417 / 24433544. Address: Old no:4, New no:11,3rd Avenue, Indranagar. Adyar. Chennai-600020. Venue: Hippocampus
 15. Christina’s Art Studio announces Paper Quilling workshop – basics level.
Get your kids to learn the basics of a fun hobby of paper quilling. The kids will be taught to use quilling tools. The basics shapes will be made to create various flowers, patterns, book marks, greeting cards etc. Duration – 3 hours per student. Cost : Rs.700/-.
For more details visit their Facebook Page or Email: chrisart2014@gmail.com. Date: 26-Jul-2014. Last Date of Registration: 25-Jul-2014. Activities : Art & Craft. Timings: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM. Contact Person: Ms. Christina Ranjan Contact No: 9486239012 / 44-26453366. Address: New Avadi Road, Near Kilpauk.Venue: Christina’s Art Studio.
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Neha Savla
Janani S Koushik
KSP Team
