Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration
Springfield Museums
Saturday, March 3rd, 2012

(Courtesy Photo)

Do you like birthday cake?  Would you eat it in a box?  Or with a fox?  Or on a train or plane?  Join the Springfield Museums in celebrating Theodor Seuss Geisel’s (known to most as Dr. Seuss) birthday on March 3rd!

Dr. Seuss was born in Springfield, and the landscape and cityscape of his surroundings served as inspiration for many of his illustrations.  This year’s birthday celebration includes fun events and activities for families to enjoy, including a cake contest, where visitors can vote for their favorite Seuss-inspired cake; a craft activity where kids can make their own cap, a-la The Cat in the Hat; two performances of the Crabgrass Puppet Theater’s Haiku, Hip-hop, and Hot Dogs; and presentations of The ABC’s of Dr. Seuss, designed for kids ages 3-6.

The event takes place from 10am-5pm, and most activities are free with museum admission.  Being a part of the birthday bash is a great way to get kids excited about reading- kids will be able to do activities and see displays inspired by books they’ve likely encountered already!  For more information, visit www.springfieldmuseums.org or call the museum at 800-625-7738.

Other Dr. Seuss celebrations in Western MA include:

Friday, March 2nd from 10am-4pm – MUSEUM ADVENTURE: Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday today at the Amelia Park Children’s Museum!  There will be a Dr. Seuss book reading with the mayor of Westfield at 10am, birthday cake at 11am, and face painting, crafts, treats, and more happening all day!  413-572-4014.  29 South Broad Street.  Westfield, MA.  (<$)

Saturday, March 3rd from 10am-12noon – COMMUNITY CELEBRATION: Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday today at the Edwards Library!  The event includes games, crafts, a performance from award-winning children’s musician Roger Ticknell, and, of course, birthday cake!  413-529-9480.  30 East Street.  Southampton, MA.  (FREE)

Sunday, March 4th at 2pm – DR. SEUSS: Celebrate Dr. Seuss 108 birthday at the town hall with stories, refreshments and music by Roger Tincknell. at the Town Hall. 1 Cooleyville Road. Shutesbury, MA (>$)