SEA SHANTIES WITH NHA AND EGAN MARITIME INSTITUTE

The Nantucket Historical Association in partnership with the Egan Maritime Institute is presenting a free outdoor concert program, Sea Shanties: Maritime Music Series, this August. Bring your chairs, blankets and a picnic, and immerse your family in the captivating world of sea shanties. Don’t miss this chance to sing along and be part of a living maritime tradition on this memorable musical voyage. Performances will take place on Thursday, August 17 and 31, at NHA’s Old Mill on Mill Hill, and on Thursday, August 24 and September 7, at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum. This program is generously supported by the American Troubadour Project and the Nantucket Cultural District. @ackhistory, nha.org

SUMMER FUN WITH BARNABY’S TOY & ART SHACK

Barnaby’s is in full swing this summer with more than 100 art classes for children ages two to 13. Kids can also drop in and create all day, every day! All Barnaby’s classes are taught by professional artists and educators who will guide each child’s technique and processes in an inspirational space in downtown Nantucket. Barnaby’s also has a variety of toys and art kits to go that have been hand-selected and designed for all ages. And in exciting news, Barnaby’s new store, Barnaby’s Beacon Hill Boston, will be opening this September! Be sure to follow @barnabystoyartshack. 508.680.1553, barnabyack@gmail.com, barnabysnantucket.com

SUMMER AT THE DREAMLAND

The Dreamland is the perfect place for kids to have fun, learn and grow this summer. Dreamland always has a lineup of musicals, blockbuster films and much more. Tickets are available for Dreamland Stage Company’s live stage production of The SpongeBob Musical, running August 10-13. Don’t miss this brilliant, bright, hilarious and brand-new musical—perfect for the whole family! Registration is open for the August sessions of the Dreamland Kids (ages four to eight) weekly camps. Budding performers will rehearse, create magical crafts and props, and perform adaptations of popular stories; sessions run through August 11. And don’t miss their free Dreamland Kids weekly shows every Friday at 11:15 a.m. see you at the Dreamland! @dreamlandstagecompany, dsc.nantucketdreamland.org

THE NEW PEACHTREE KIDS

Open year-round on the sunny side of historic cobblestoned Main Street, Peachtree Kids has been a favorite one-stop shop for Nantucket’s locals and vacationers since 2004. The store carries timeless classics and on-trend clothing, shoes and accessories for infants and children through size 12. New brands in store include Sammy + Nat, Nanducket, Petit Peony and Joy Street Kids, all while continuing to carry coveted brands like Piping Prints, Barnaby Bear, Hatley, Busy Bees and Bailey Boys. Stop by after the puppet show for Nanpuppets merchandise. Open Monday through Sunday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., @peachtreekidsnantucket, peachtreekidsnantucket.com

EXPLORE AT THE LINDA LORING NATURE FOUNDATION

Head out to the Linda Loring Nature Foundation for an adventure this summer. You might see nesting ospreys, who are learning how to fly and fish this time of year. And be sure to attend one of the guided nature exploration walks throughout the summer— expect to explore Nantucket’s rare habitats! You’ll hike along gently rolling trails and stop to discover insects, birds and plants along the way. Plus, enjoy the Story Walk, where children can enjoy reading a new book each month while hiking the trails. 110 Eel Point Road, @loringnatureack, llnf.org

SUMMERTIME PROGRAMS WITH MARIA MITCHELL

One of the island’s must-do family activities is visiting the Maria Mitchell Association’s Hinchman House Natural Science Museum at 7 Milk Street. There, children of all ages can learn about the plants, animals and birds indigenous to Nantucket. Enjoy learning about the history of the island, explore hands-on activities, see live animals and discover more about Nantucket’s biodiversity. Throughout the summer, Hinchman House hosts a series of programs from Bug Bonanza, Ravenous Reptiles, and Nature Story Hour to Saturday Science programs. In addition to Hinchman House, be sure to visit the Loines Observatory, Aquarium, and Historic Mitchell House. @mariamitchellassociation, mariamitchell.org