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Grab and Go Kids Planner

This week, the calendar is full of hands-on activities and inexpensive fun.

Glad you clicked on our new Grab and Go Kids Planner!

We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid friendly activities and new places to try out with children.

Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week.

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You're pressed enough for time, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.

Look for the kids’ planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips—just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!

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This week, the Grab and Go Kids Planner features some fun things to do with your hands, such as cooking, building, and arts and crafts. The activities should leave both parents and kids with a smile.


FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK:

WEHRENBERG FAMILY WINTER SERIES

Why Go: Wehrenberg Theaters present a free movie every Wednesday, along with specials on Kiddie Combos.

Pricing: The movie is free. The Kiddie Combo is composed of popcorn, a soft drink and candy and costs $5.00.

FREE FRIDAY NIGHTS AT THE MAGIC HOUSE

Where/When: The is free on Friday nights in February for Facebook Fans.

Why Go: After 5:30 p.m. on Fridays in February, enjoy a fun evening at the Magic House.

Pricing: This event is free.


TURN A T-SHIRT INTO A BAG

Where/When: This event takes place from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Feb. 19, at in Ballwin, 15425 Manchester Rd.

Why Go: Make a festive T-shirt tote bag for someone you love, while supplies last. Ages 12 and up are welcome.

Pricing: The event is free with the purchase of a T-shirt.


YOUR BUDDING CHEF FUN VEGGIES AND DIPS

Where/When: This event occurs at 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 19 at in Town and Country Commons.

Why Go: Come sample some healthy dips and flavorful veggies. Reservations are not required.

Pricing: This event is free.


BUILD AND GROW CLINIC

Where/When: Build and grow clinics occur at 10 a.m. on Saturdays at , 14810 Manchester Rd.

Why Go: Children will enjoy building a different project each Saturday. Projects include music boxes, bird houses, puppets and many more.

Pricing: Although the clinics are free, you should register online.


FUN FRIDAY PUPPET SHOWS AT THE CAROUSEL 

Where/When: The shows occur at 9:30 a.m., Fridays through March 25 at the .

Why Go: There is a different puppet show every Friday. The shows are approximately 30 minutes long.

Pricing: Tickets are $5 in advance and $6 at the door.

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