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. 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!
Where/When: 9 a.m.-noon Friday at , 102 E, Wesley St.
Why Go: Dig into the past and uncover the of fossils and dinosaurs. Find out what life is like as a paleontologist. For ages 5-9
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Pricing: $18.
Where/When: All weekend at DuPage Children's Museum, 301 N. Washington Street, Naperville.
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Why Go: Studio Blizzard, Math Discovery - Build snow pictures or sculptures using biodegradable foam in a two- and three-dimensional exploration of the season.
Pricing: Free to members or with museum admission.
Where/When: 5-8 p.m. Friday at , 312 S President St.
Why Go: is a fun fair filled with games, rides, raffles, food and more!
Where/When: 10 a.m. Saturday at , 225 N Cross St.
Why Go:" Boys in grades 4-6 create their own under the direction of illustrator David Opie and register to win fabulous prizes.
Where/When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday at , 4100 Lincoln Ave.
Why Go: Children get to hear an exciting nature-themed , create crafts, and then head out to the grounds for an energizing walk. For ages 3-5.
Pricing: $5.
