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Lakeville's Grab & Go Kids Planner
Celebrate Valentine's day outdoors at Lake Hiawatha, or cuddle up to Alice and Wonderland or a film at the Omnitheater this weekend.
Boy, are we glad you clicked on our new Grab & Go Kids Planner!
Lakeville Patch has 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 weekend.
Find out what's happening in Lakevillefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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 week, 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!
Find out what's happening in Lakevillefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
1. Lake Hiawatha Heartwarmer
Where/When: Lake Hiawatha Park, Minneapolis, Saturday 12 to 3 p.m.
Why Go: Let the kids go wild with horse-drawn sleigh rides, a kid's DJ, marshmallow roasting, face painting, arts, crafts and more at this free event. That's right: free.
Pricing: Free entry and some free food.
2. Alice and Wonderland
Where/When: Lakeville North High School, Friday, 2p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m., 7 p.m.; and Sunday, 2 p.m., 6 p.m.
Why Go: An evening of theater without leaving Lakeville.
Pricing: $6 pre-sale or to $8 at the door.
3. The Depot Ice Rink
Where/When: downtown Minneapolis; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
Why Go: Families and couples will both appreciate ice skating with the downtown Minneapolis skyline as a backdrop while staying warm within the walls of the depot. What more can you ask for in February?
Pricing: $8 for adults, $6 for 17 and under; $7 for skate rental, $2 for skate trainer rental.
4. Omnifest
Where/When: Minnesota Science Museum, St. Paul, Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Why Go: Snuggle up inside the Omnitheater to catch glimpses of space, the rain forest, safari or sea.
Pricing: $8 for adults, $7 for children; First film of the day is free for members.
5. Urban Expedition: Nepal
Where/When: Landmark Center, St. Paul, Sunday, 1 p.m.
Why Go: Get a taste and feel for Nepal without leaving Minnesota with food, crafts and performances.
Pricing: Free.
