Free and Fun Things to do in CT with Kids This Weekend September 15-16: Pirates, Trucks and Musical Theater

9/12/12 - By Christine

My favorite time of year has arrived. There are so many things I love about fall.....getting back into a routine after a summer of lazy days, pulling on a comfortable pair of jeans and watching my kids run around on the soccer field in the crisp Autumn air. Our family's fall traditions include apple picking, baking, corn mazes, hayrides and a visit to the pumpkin patch where we cut an entire wagonful of pumpkins off the vines to take home and decorate. We've compiled a list of pick your own Apple Orchards in Western CT where your family can create wonderful Autumn memories together. Read on for our pick of fun events happening in your area this weekend.

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Stock up on fall clothes for the kids at the Just Between Friends Consignment Sale which runs all weekend long in South Windsor.

Theater fans are in for a treat this weekend. Mary Poppins will be performed at the Bushnell Theater in Hartford and a stage adaption of the popular book Pinkalicious opens at the Downtown Cabaret Theater in Bridgeport.

The Orange Country Fair offers fun for the whole family.  Events scheduled include a car show, antique tractor pull, magic, skillet toss and homing pigeon releases.

In Litchfield County on Saturday, Kids Learn Campfire Cooking in North Canaan. Children age 8 and up will learn how to use a Dutch oven, reflector oven and hot rocks to cook (RSVP is necessary to attend). For the 8 and under crowd, head to the Kent Memorial Library to listen to stories about pets and create your own special pet that never needs to be walked or fed in the library's Best Imaginary Pet Show.

Visit the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk on Sunday for Pirate Day.  Kids are encouraged to dress in their favorite pirate garb and there will be pirate themed activities throughout the day.

Explore over 20 exciting vehicles at Fairfield's Touch A Truck on Sunday. Climb aboard firetrucks, a police car, dump trucks, a cherry picker, back hoe and more.

Safe Kids CT is offering free car seat safety checks in two locations this weekend. Technicians in Enfield and Shelton will inspect your seat, ensure that it is installed properly and meets the requirements of your child.

We've got the scoop on the Best Baby Classes in Fairfield County.  And for the older kids, check our posts on Acting Classes for Kids in Hartford County and Singing and Dancing Classes for Kids in Fairfield County.

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Enjoy your weekend!