Grab & Go Kids Planner

Glad you clicked on our second-ever 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!

This week, dances, Elmo and sleigh rides are yours to pick and choose from.

FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

Where/When: , 10635 Dunham Rd, (Commons), Wednesday 6:45-8:30 p.m. 

Why Go: Chance for a memorable mom/son moment.

Pricing: $20 at the door.

Where/When: , 10635 Dunham Rd, (Commons), Thursday 6:45-8:30 p.m.

Why Go: Chance for a memorable dad/daughter moment.

Pricing: $14 per family (paid in advance by 3 p.m. Feb. 10); or $20 at the door.

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Where/When: Central United Methodist Church at 3882, Highland Road in Waterford, Friday 8 p.m. 

Why Go: Enjoy a youth production of How the West was Dun, a comedy/melodrama.

Pricing: $10 for adults, $6 kids 12 and under

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Where/When: Kensington Metropark in Milford, Saturday and Sunday Noon-4 p.m.

Why Go: Enjoy the outdoors and the beauty of the park as horses pull you from Kensington Farm Center, past the fields and through the woods.

Pricing: $3 per child and $5 per adult

• SKATING WITH ELMO

Where/When: , in Brighton, Feb. 16., 10 a.m.- noon and 1 p.m.- 3 p.m.

Why Go: Preschool kids can skate with their Sesame Street favorite while you get some exercise too. Push toys and strollers welcome.

Pricing: $6 admission includes skate rental, hot dog, soda and snack.