Grab & Go Kids Planner

Editor's Note: We’re glad you clicked on our new Grab & Go Kids Planner.

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.

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.

Here's an array of events that are good bets for the family this week:

• Children’s Yoga at the Phoenixville Library

Where/When: , Feb. 16 and every Wednesday at 11:15 a.m.

Why Go: Give the kids some time to stretch and grow at this weekly session.

Pricing: Free

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Where/When: , Feb. 11, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Why Go: Kids can snack on pizza and play while you head out to Valentine’s Day dinner. They’ll be well taken care of so you won’t have to worry.

Pricing: $10 for the first child; $5 for each additional child

• Come Play at Franklin Commons

Where/When: Franklin Commons, near Franklin Bistro and Franklin Hall, ongoing

Why Go: The Franklin Commons facility features a free kids’ play area near the bistro. Bring the kids and enjoy some snacks and free wireless Internet access.

Pricing: Free

• Miss L.O.V.E. Program at the Phoenixville Civic Center

Where/When: , starting Feb. 16 and every Tuesday and Thursday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Why Go: Geared to girls 13-18, this program focuses on letting young women chat, share concerns and discuss issues they may be having. The acronym stands for “Listen, Offer, Value, Empower.”

Pricing: Free

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Where/When: Spring Mountain Adventures, 757 Spring Mount Road, Collegeville; Feb. 9 and every Wednesday from 1 to 2 p.m.

Why Go: Ski Bees is for 4- and 5-year-olds who are learning to ski. Play games in the snow, ride the Magic Carpet and learn to put skis and boots on. Ski Bees will receive a basic lesson on balance and learn to be comfortable on the snow.

Pricing: $85 for a four-week session, includes all equipment needed