Events at Henry Bear's Park
There's always something fun going on at Henry Bear's Park, but sometimes we formalize it a bit more with specific in-store events. From music time, to puzzle competitions, we've got playful events for kids and the young at heart alike! Take a look below to see what each location has cooking in the coming weeks. We hope you'll come play with us!

Renaissance Faire Day
ALL LOCATIONS
Saturday, June 20th
Times TBD
Join us for a day of Renaissance fun and festivities at Henry Bear's Park! More details to come, but we will have a visit from LIVE KNIGHTS and some fun medieval themed crafts and games! Stay tuned for more!
Puzzle Competition
ALL LOCATIONS
Sunday, June 28th
5 - 7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Arlington Events
685 Massachusetts Ave
781-646-9400
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, June 28th
5 - 7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Jeff Jam Sing-along
Wednesdays at 11:15am
Come sing and dance along with local music time hero, Jeff Jam! Named "Best Birthday Party Entertainer" by MommyPoppins.com, Jeff's high energy sessions are sure to delight little ones and even entertain older folks. Join us for a movin' and groovin' fun time at Hood Park! We can't wait to play with you!
Pokémon Night
First Friday of every month
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Grab your Pokémon cards and come to meet and trade with other collectors! Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event. Event is best for ages 6-12.
Brookline Events
19 Harvard Street
617-264-2422
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, June 28th
5 - 7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Pokémon Night
Last Tuesday of every month
4 - 6pm
Grab your Pokémon cards and come to meet and trade with other collectors! Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event. Event is best for ages 6-12.
Yoga, Craft, and Storytime
Date TBD
Join us for a stretchy story time and yoga session hosted by 2 Mindful Girls Kids Yoga! The session will include a story yoga class and a themed craft. Register online at 2mindfulgirls.com under "register and shop." This event is best for ages 2-10.
Cambridge Events
1957 Massachusetts Ave
617-547-8424
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, June 28th
5 - 7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Jeff Jam Sing-along
Fridays at 5pm
Come sing and dance along with local music time hero, Jeff Jam! Named "Best Birthday Party Entertainer" by MommyPoppins.com, Jeff's high energy sessions are sure to delight little ones and even entertain older folks. Join us for a movin' and groovin' fun time at Hood Park! We can't wait to play with you!
Charlestown Events
500 Rutherford Avenue
617-286-7792
Yoga, Craft, and Storytime
Sunday, May 17th
10 - 10:45am
Join us for a stretchy story time and yoga session hosted by 2 Mindful Girls Kids Yoga! The session will include a story yoga class and a themed craft. Register online at 2mindfulgirls.com under "register and shop." This event is best for ages 2-10.
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, April 19th
5 - 7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Jeff Jam Sing-along
Thursdays at 11AM
Come sing and dance along with local music time hero, Jeff Jam! Named "Best Birthday Party Entertainer" by MommyPoppins.com, Jeff's high energy sessions are sure to delight little ones and even entertain older folks. Join us for a movin' and groovin' fun time at Hood Park! We can't wait to play with you!
Monthly Game Night
First Sunday of every month
5-7pm
Feeling playful? Competitive? Socially starved? Come play games with us at Hood Park! Every first Sunday of the month we'll be breaking out a few new games to play in a group setting. Come as competitive or as chill as you want! A great way to try new games, meet fellow board game enthusiasts, or bring a friend for a great activity before a dinner date.
Dedham Events
610 Legacy Place
781-326-7222
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, June 28th
5 - 7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Pokémon Night
Last Wednesday of every month
4pm - 6pm
Grab your Pokémon cards and come to meet and trade with other collectors! Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event. This is limited to ages 6-12.
Ipswich Events
3 Market Street
978-356-3636
Game Day
Saturdays, April 11th & 18th
2-4pm
Join us for a friendly game night or game day at Henry Bear's Park in Ipswich! Feel free to bring your own games and a friend or two! We will also have our own games if you would like to play with an employee! Causal, come and go as you please. No sign-ups. Free event.
Puzzle Competition
Sunday,June 28th
5-7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
LEGO Competition
Saturday, April 25th
Sunday, April 26th
2-4pm
The competition starts promptly at 2PM, and you will have two hours to assemble the coolest thing you can imagine out of a random assortment of Lego bricks, all provided. Your build will be on display in the store the following week so the community can vote on their favorite. Fun Lego prizes awarded to the three builds with the most votes! May the best builder win!
This is a free event, but sign-ups are required. Sign-ups will open on Wednesday April 8, and close on Friday April 24. Spaces are limited!
Newburyport Events
50 Water Street
978-572-5295
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, June 28th
5-7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Play Testing Days
Sundays from 12pm-5pm
Have you ever wanted to playtest new toys and games? Visit us for an ever-changing assortment of arts, crafts and games to demo, and let us know how you like them! Professional fun-havers only. (And by that we mean you!!)
Newton Events
28 Austin Street
617-916-0533
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, June 28th
5 - 7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Providence Events
736 Hope Street
401-351-5718
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, June 28th
5-7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Music Time with Rebekah Zabinski
Thursdays, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Come get musical with us as Rebekah Zabinski hosts a melodious hour of music-making using a variety of instruments and hands on activities. Rebekah's extensive background in music will inspire young musicians to get creative and sing and groove along to the beat! Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event.
Wellesley Events
572 Washington Street
781-943-3497
Puzzle Competition
Sunday, June 28th
5 - 7pm
Think you're a quick puzzler? Grab a friend and test your combined puzzling skills at our latest puzzle competition! Teams of two will have 120 minutes to complete a 500 piece puzzle. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place. Spaces are limited, so be sure to call or come in to sign up today!
Jeff Jam Sing-along
Mondays at 11:15AM
Come sing and dance along with local music time hero, Jeff Jam! Named "Best Birthday Party Entertainer" by MommyPoppins.com, Jeff's high energy sessions are sure to delight little ones and even entertain older folks. Join us for a movin' and groovin' fun time in Wellesley! We can't wait to play with you!