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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Surf's Up

We've also got activities to help your clan get in the mood for Halloween.

Many thanks to you busy caregivers for stopping by to check out the latest Grab & Go Planner, filled as usual with the top family-friendly activities that are just a hop, skip or, at least, a super-short jump away.

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FALL FESTIVAL

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Where/When: Farmers Market; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Why Go: What could make fresh produce even more terrific? How about a petting zoo, pie-eating contest, crafts and live music? Thought so.

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Pricing: Free

SAVE OUR SURF FESTIVAL

Where/When: Tower 28; Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Why Go: Enjoy the talents of celebrity surfers, groove to live music, paint a mural and snack on some tasty food at this annual festival, now in its fourth year, which aims to keep our coast clean and pretty!

Pricing: Free

KIDS’ CRAFTS

Where/When: ; Monday, 3:30 p.m.

Why Go: Get the elementary-school set excited for Halloween (as if that candy-filled holiday really needs any boosting among children) with this event where kids design and make their own scary masks!

Pricing: Free

HALLOWEEN HA-HA

Where/When: ; Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.

Why Go: Share some giggles, songs and spooky stories with Mr. Jesse and his puppet pals in this lively show.

Pricing: Free

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