Arts & Entertainment
Grab and Go Kids Planner
Here's to Valentines, date night, cookie decorating, feeding fish, and Peter Pan— pick and choose from this week's array of events.
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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 in our area.
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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 below. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!
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FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK
Where/When: Today, at the Mill Valley Library from 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Why Go: Bring on the glue. The kids will have fun creating their own Valentines and you never know, that special one might be just for you!
Pricing: Free, just drop in!
Where/When: Jump N’ Bounce Indoor Inflatable Zone, 718 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo. Friday 5 p.m.-10 p.m.
Why Go: Because Valentine’s Day falls on a Monday (yeah, a school night). The kiddos will love the face painting, movies and dinner while you get a break. When's the last time you ate dinner while it was still warm?
Pricing: $10 an hour and siblings are $5 (three-hour minimum and you must call ahead) Connie Wong-415-459-8978.
• VALENTINES DAY COOKIE DECORATING
Where/When: Marin Country Mart at Larkspur Landing Circle Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Why Go: Because sugar cookies never had it so good. This is one sweet treat!
Pricing: Free
Where/When: Bay Model Visitor Center, Saturday 3 p.m.-3:30p.m.
Why Go: The kids will love helping Ranger Bill feed the fish. Check out the sea stars and perch.
Pricing: Free
• PETER PAN LIVE MUSIC FOR SILENT FILM
Where/When: Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth Street, San Rafael, Sunday 3pm
Why Go: Because there really is magic. A full orchestra accompanies this rare silent film. Just don't forget your pixie dust
Pricing: $15 general, $12 children and CFI members
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