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Grab and Go Kids Planner for March 9 to March 13

Dinner out, a family concert, a weekend hike and a visit to San Jose for the aspiring female engineer are some of our suggestions for what to do with your children in and around Gilroy this weekend.

Wondering what you can do with your kids this week that will be fun for them and for you? ย  We've got a couple of ideas here that will expose your kids toย  aย  few science adventures, a family concert and more.

We've done the research, we've done your homework and we're ready to give you our suggestions.

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Where/When: Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. Saturday, 7:30 p.m.

Why Go: Hear the best of our young musicians in theย  Colors and Characters Annual Youth Concert. The program features the winner of the third Al Navaroli Young Musician's Competition.

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Pricing: $20

Where/When:ย  1360 1st St Ste, Thursday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Why Go: Irrestible. The deal of eveyrone sitting down to a nice together that someone else serves. And you don't have to cook it or do the dishes later. Sit down and eat, and enjoy! Dinner for Four: Chicken Parmesan, Salad, Pasta, Vegetables & non-alcoholic Beverage.

Pricing: $29 for dinner for four

Where/When: ย  10840 Coyote Lake Roadย  (Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch) Saturday, 9:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Why Go:ย  This is something to do with your teen if you are both in shape enough. A docent will lead you on what is described as a moderately challenging ten-mile hike. Needless to say, wear comfortable shoes and remember your sunscreen!

Pricing: Free

Where/When: San Jose State University, with the student chapter of the Society of Women Engineers, Saturday, 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.

Why Go:ย  This is a day-long event for high school girls and their parents. young women who might be interested in a career in engineering. Go and find out if engineering might be right for her. And you as the parent, encourage your daughter to dream and succeed! You'll get to tour the School of Engineering, meet with university students who are already on their way, and more.

Pricing:ย  $6

Where/When Eigleberry St & W 6th St. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Why Go:ย  Organic gardening IN the community garden. Organic dining AT the community garden. A perfect Saturday morning combination for you and your child.

Pricing: Depends what you eat!

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