Kids & Family

Five Things: Young Company to Perform Two Shows at Stoneham Theatre

Check out the Five Things column for Aug. 17.

1. Flying high: Scope out the Masters of Flight: Birds of Prey program at  Wednesday to see several types of birds, including the bald eagle, bateleur eagle, Egyptian vulture, military macaw, spectacled owl and white-necked raven, according to the Zoo New England website. The event is free when you purchase a regular zoo ticket. Showtimes are at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

2. Two shows: The young company is slated to perform "Legally Blonde" and "Zanna, Don't!" at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., respectively, on Friday at . The shows are part of the young company's . To purchase tickets, visit the Box Office website or call them at 781-279-2200.

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