Jumping Monkeys, Pygmy Marmosets, Manga and S'mores: Something for Everyone!

If you've got a Justin Bieber fan in your household, you just may know about Burnham. They're a group of three young brothers who opened for Bieber last year and they'll be performing at the Stepping Stone Museum's Summer Jam Live next Wednesday — right in our own backyard. Doors open at 6 p.m., concert starts at 7 p.m. on August 10.

The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts is at it again with a free children's show -- this time it's . Boston Children's Music says, ""Vanessa's shows are perfect. [She] really gets the kids (and parents) excited!...She has some sort of magical energy that makes all of her shows super fun..." . She and her band are rock stars for the young and her "Nessa Groupies" will get the place hopping with their singing and dancing in the aisles. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. on August 10.

It's all happening at the zoo. And it's well worth a drive to Bridgeport to check it out. The Beardsley Zoo has everything from pygmy marmosets to snowy owls to a Brazillian ocelot kitten to nine new piglets. And that's just the beginning. While you're there, be sure to make time for Chris Rowland's hugely popular interactive show, Farming Fever, in which he brings animals to life using song, dance, props and puppets. It's a get up and dance show and daily performances are at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. through August 7.

If your teen is into Manga (you know what we mean — the rest of us haven't a clue), have them meet fellow enthusiasts at the for the Manga Club, where they will discuss Manga and take part in an activity. Open to 7-12 graders at 2:30 p.m. on August 6

It's August — are the kids (or you) climbing the walls yet? Then make an activity of it at Carabiner's Indoor Climbing in Fairfield. With state-of-the-art equipment, they cater to beginners as well as seasoned climbers and have taught "the ropes" to kids as young as two years-old. Click on the link and !

Teach your children well. Take them on the Tours of the Connecticut Supreme Court, State Capitol and Museum of Connecticut History. The tours will include a scavenger hunt in the museum, a visit to the State Capitol where they will learn about the legislative process while viewing the House and Senate chambers, a visit to the Hall of Flags (this is where flags carried into battle by Connecticut soldiers are displayed), and a visit to the historic Connecticut Supreme Court courtroom. For an added treat, have lunch in the Legislative Office Cafeteria. Recommended for children 8 and up. Tours begin August 11. Cick on link for tour times.
 
Stroll through charming SoNo this weekend and take in the arts and entertainment. It's the SoNo Arts Celebration and will feature exhibits by artists and artisans, as well as all sorts of performing arts. Don't miss the spectacular on Sunday at 1:30. 6 - 11 p.m. on August 5, 10 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. on August 6 and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on August 7.

For a magical evening on the beach, head over to Calf Pasture Beach tonight and catch their chldren's show, The Magic of Christopher. As mentioned in a , make an evening of it — play a round of mini-golf right at the beach and stop by Overton's for an alfresco seafood dinner at their picnic tables overlooking the harbor. 6:30 p.m. on August 3 with a raindate of August 4.

Want s'more? Then stop by the meadow at the Stamford Museum and Nature Center to celebrate National S'mores Day (yes, there's a day for everything). The campfire will be going and all the fixin's will be on hand. 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., weather permitting on August 10.