GET OUT: Toads, Mockingbirds and Blessing Vessels

1. 

Where/When: Saturday, 11:00am–12:00pm

, 3491 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA

Why Go: Bring your little ones down to experience a science lesson right in Lafayette. Kids will get to touch slimy, bumpy frogs and toads and learn about their life cycles.

Pricing: $20 per child

2. 

Where/When: Lesher Center, Walnut Creek, Friday and Saturday 8 p.m.

Why Go: The timeless Pulitzer Prize-winning classic follows young Miss Jean Louise "Scout" Finch as she watches her father defy ignorance and prejudice in the fight of his life, and learns the true meaning of integrity.

Pricing: $36-$42

3. 

Where/When: April 16, 2011, 8:00am–2:00pm

, 500 Glacier Dr, Martinez, CA

Why Go: Kick off the spring rummage sale season with a visit to this school fundraising sale, which will also have vendors and grade-school students working tables, by selling baked goods and coffee. Sale opens at 8 a.m.!

Pricing: Free

4. 

Where/When: Saturday all day, 10:00am–11:00pm

, 400 E 2nd St, Benicia, CA

Why Go: “Island Time” is the theme of this year’s boat parade and blessing all-day festival, with arts & craft vendors, food and beverage booths, music, and games for the children on the Marina Green.  Pricing: Free

5. 

Where/When: April 17, 2011, 1:00pm–3:00pm

, 991 Tyler St, Benicia, CA Why Go: Parents and children can come down to the art studio and work on projects together.

Pricing: Free