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Grab & Go Kids Planner

Discover the best family events for the upcoming weekend.

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.

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 a reasonable driving 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. 

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Where/When: 203 Chautauqua Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm  Saturday, April 2, 2011

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Why Go: Charles Eames is one of the premier architects of the Modern Architecture movement. This house was one of the Case Study Houses commissioned to him to exemplify the "Modern" way of living. He is also known for his furniture and continues to be staples of high design interiors.

Pricing: $10, students and children are free.

Author Nahid Sewell author of The Ruby Tear Catcher

Where/When: , 1049 Swarthmore Ave, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272; 7:30pm–9:00pm Friday, April 1, 2011

Why Go: Author Nahid Sewell will discuss her novel The Ruby Tear Catcher.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Pacific Palisades Farmer's Market, 1037 Swarthmore Ave, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272; 8:00am–1:00pm, Weekly on Sundays

Why Go: Avoid long lines and enjoy the outdoors while you and your family shop for fresh and local organic produce, ready made foods, handmade products and other items that benefit small businesses and non-profits alike. 

Pricing: Free admission

Where/When: Mission Renaissance Fine Art Classes, 16605 W Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272; Friday, April 1, 2011

Why Go: The Spring Camp starts Monday, April 4, 2011. Don't miss the chance to explore your kids' creativity during their Spring break.

Pricing: Call 1-800-430-4278 to inquire

Where/When: , 1049 Swarthmore Ave, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272; 6:00pm–7:00pm Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Why Go: Give feedback to the readings of the submitted plays for the Playwriting contest. See working actors in action. Refreshments will be served.

Pricing: $10

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