Welcome to Greenwich Patch's new "Grab & Go Kids Planner." We are glad you clicked! 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 best family activities or events for the in the coming days.
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!
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Secrets of Sudoku -
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Where/When: 2:30 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 26, in the Community Room of the Cos Cob Library, 5 Sinawoy Road, Cos Cob.
Why Go: Greenwich High School student, Nandita Makam, hosts a return visit from 2009 National Sudoku Champion, Nate Tsyrulnik. Nate will offer tips and reveal secrets on how to solve these fun puzzles and will do a puzzle or two along with the audience. Learn how to master Sudoku and activate your brain synapses! All ages and levels of experience are welcome. For more information, e-mail nanditamakam@hotmail.com.
Pricing: Free.
Daughters of the American Revolution Putnam Hill Chapter - Re-enactment of General Israel Putnam's Ride
Where/When: Putnam Cottage, 243 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich; 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 27.
Why Go: Tour guides will be explaining the life and times of the events in side the cottage also know as Knapp's tavern, of the men who fought to keep our freedom and independence for a free country. Refreshments will be served inside the cottage.
Pricing: Donation $5.
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- Kids' Stuff: Tracing the Lives of Children Through Their Possessions
Where/When: 1508 High Ridge Road, Stamford; Thursday, Feb 24 - Saturday, Feb. 26, 11 a.m. - 4 p..m
Why Go: Visit this cool exhibit with your children. It illustrates the lives of children during the 19th and early 20th centuries by presenting objects important to children! Explore the toys and clothing from the past and you'll get a glimpse of how children lived and played well before the age of video games!
Pricing: Donation requested
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Where/When: 36 Midland Ave., Port Chester, NY; Weekdays 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Weekends 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Why Go: Spring training has started! We may not be in Florida, but why not hit the indoor batting cages. They also offer after school clinics, private lessons, birthday parties and more!
Pricing: Varies; visit website or call for information.
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Where/When: 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY, at the PepsiCo Theater of The Performing Arts Center.; Sun., Feb. 27, 3 p.m.
Why Go: Wherever CiRCA has taken its breathtaking, heart-stopping show, audiences have flocked to see the impossible happen. Watch as intrepid acrobats battle the clock. Marvel at the astounding ways they bend, fly, juggle and balance. Fast, furious fun for everyone. Set to upbeat music and featuring up to five multi-skilled performers, this is circus without the boring bits.
Pricing: $11.25 - $35
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Open House
Where/When: 6 Riverside Ave., Riverside (behind St. Catherine of Siena Church); 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Why Go: Come play in our spacious, clean gymnastics facility. Games,fun and prizes await you! For families with children ages 7 and younger.
Pricing: Free.
