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KIDDING AROUND—TOP ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN

TO DO

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM & THEATRE OF MAINE Hands-on, interactive exhibits and theater productions for kids. FUNTOWN SPLASHTOWN U.S.A. Make a splash in the largest water and amusement park in Maine. Rides and pools for all ages. INTERNATIONAL CRYPTOZOOLOGY CENTER Filled with unique, one-of-a-kind items and scientific specimens. LEN LIBBY CANDIES Stop in for some hand crafted Maine confections or just to see Lenny, the world’s only life size chocolate moose. LUCKY CATCH CRUISES Haul traps on a real lobster boat and see all sorts of marine life that crawl through the traps. MAINE DUCK TOURS Splash into history on Portland’s famous amphibious vehicle, the Duck. MAINE NARROW GAUGE RAILROAD Take a scenic waterfront ride along Casco Bay on a historic 2-foot gauge railroad. MAINE WILDLIFE PARK An up-close look at moose, bear, lynx, and more than 30 species of Maine wildlife.

OLD PORT CANDY CO Their eyes will be bugging out of their heads at the giant selection of bulk candies and homemade fudge on display. PALACE PLAYLAND Great rides, food, midway, and arcade games at Maine’s Hop aboard the train to the “North Pole” complete with hot chocolate and Santa. Select dates in November and December. SALT PUMP CLIMBING CO Indoor climbing walls provide exercise, excitement, and a challenge to prepare you for the world. SPARE TIME ENTERTAINMENT / EASY DAY Fun for everyone with activities including traditional bowling, laser tag, glow bowl, and live music. TREEHOUSE TOYS Stocked to the gills with the highest quality games, puzzles, and toys for all ages. MORE… See Excursions outside Greater Portland [pages 74-78] for more activities to excite kids. beachfront amusement park. THE POLAR EXPRESS

Contact information listed in the To Do section under appropriate categories.

NEW ENGLAND’S ONLY BEACHFRONT AMUSEMENT PARK

JUNE 5 - 22 JUNE 26 - JULY 13

JULY 17 - AUG 3 AUG 7 - 24

207-725-8769 MSMT.ORG Pickard Theatre, Brunswick, Maine

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