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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Museum Fun, Rhymes and Gaming
Families can enjoy a visit the Children's Museum for some messy fun or take a Tae Kwon Do lesson this weekend.
Glad you clicked on our new Grab & 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 time-pressed enough, 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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FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK
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Where/When: , Saturday and Sunday from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Why Go: Get the kids out of the house during this chilly weekend and let them dive right into the play-doh, goop and shaving cream at the museum. The best part is there is no clean up for the parents- just the staff!
Pricing: Free with museum admission (adults- $10; over 65 years- $9; children are free).
2. FREE TRIAL TAE KWON DO LESSON
Where/When: , beginner and family lessons take place between 4:30-5:15 p.m. on Friday and 11:40 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Saturdays, respectively.
Why Go: It’s a great way to see if you and your children are interested in these artful self defense classes with no obligation.
Pricing: Free, contact US Tae Kwon Do by filling out this form and scheduling free trial.
3. NARUTO GROUP GAMING
Where/When: , Saturday at 2 p.m.
Why Go: Kids can join other fans of the popular anime game while enjoying an afternoon of friendly competition and socialization.
Pricing: Monthly membership is $20 with $4 hourly rentals plus a variety of other perks.
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Where/When: Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn, Saturday and Sunday- 12-4:40 p.m.
Why Go: Children have a chance to listen to Robert L. Forbes rhymes while taking in the beautiful illustrations and characters created by Ronald Searle.
Pricing: Adults $5; Children $4; Free for members of the museum.
5.
Where/When: , Friday Feb. 4 at 6:45 p.m.
Why Go: The Mineola Mustangs, who are currently ranked 5-1 in their conference, will take on the Island Trees Bulldogs (3-3) in this exciting Friday night game. Perfect for children and families who love sports or are interested in exposing kids to the athletic world.
Pricing: Free.
