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Singing, Reading and Games are all Included in This Week's Grab and Go Picks

The week starts off with a sing-a-long, then mix in some opportunities for games and athletics, attend a magic show or celebrate reading.

 

Glad you clicked on the Grab and Go Planner! Family options for the next week range from a child/parent sing-a-long, attend a winter carnival, take part in some good, old fashioned games in a fundraiser, attend a magic show or celebrate reading with the rest of America at Borders!

Wellesley Music Together Sing-A-Long

Where/When: Giggle, Thursday, March 3, 11:30 a.m.

Why Go: Take this opportunity for you and your child to enjoy some music together and with other children and parents. It's lots of fun for everyone and a few 'giggles' are sure to be heard!

Pricing: Free. Pre-registration required.

Kids Fest 2011

Where/When: Church of The Good Shepherd, Saturday, March 5, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Why go: A carnival is just what everyone needs to put an end to this crazy winter! Pack up the kids (and maybe the neighbor's kids) for a few hours of arts, crafts, games, prizes and more!

Pricing: Free

Sports Day, Come and Play @ Mini Athlete

Where/When: 290 Vanderbilt Ave., Norwood, Saturday, March 5, 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Why go: Parents and kids can take part in activities including, a free throw contest, football with “Tank”, batting station, balloon tennis, obstacle course, and a soccer goal contest and help raise money for Westwood  charities.

Pricing: $10 per child, parents play free

The Irish Magic Show  

Where/When: Westwood Public Library, 668 High St., Westwood, Saturday, March 5, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Why Go: The Irish Magical Show introduces your children to a clan of classical characters from Irish children's literature. Children ages 4 to 12 will love this event!

Pricing: Free. Registration required.

Read Across America Kids Event

Where/When: Borders, Saturday, March 5, 2 p.m.

Why Go: Bring your child to help celebrate their love of reading at Borders! There will also be games and arts and crafts! Kids are reading today across America! Join in the fun!

Pricing: Free

About this column: "Grab & Go Kids Planner" is a weekly column providing you with a list of five great local activities for the family.

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