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Grab and Go Kids Planner: Lil' Dudes and Darlins' Dance
A boat show, a country-western dance, a hockey game and storybooks brought to life…it's all happening in kid-friendly entertainment this week.
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Where/When: Barrington Park District - Fitness & Recreation Center, 235 Lions Dr, Barrington. Friday, March 4, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
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Why go: Enjoy two-stepping, line dancing, square dancing and more with your youngins' at this country-western themed dance. A pizza dinner is also included in the admission price.
Pricing: $6/$8 per child, $8/$10 per adult; registration required, register online at www.barringtonparkdistrict.org or by phone at 847-381-0687.
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Where/When: , 10910 Reed Rd, Lake in the Hills. Friday, March 4, from 6 pm to 8:30 pm.
Why go: Multi-task tonight – entertain and feed the kids while simultaneously planning their spring activities! Enjoy a dinner of pizza and pop, family-friendly activities and check out what classes the Park District has in store for spring.
Pricing: $3 per person or $10 per family of 4; Registration required, register online at www.lith.org or in person at Village Hall.
Where/When: , 1060 E Peterson Rd, Grayslake. Thursday and Friday, March 3 and 4, from 12 pm to 9 pm; Saturday, March 5, from 10 am to 9 pm; Sunday, March 6, from 10 am to 5 pm.
Why go: Kids (and your husband!) will love looking at the big boats outfitted with the latest gadgets and technology. Plus, children under 12 get in for free.
Pricing: Adults $6, seniors/veterans $4, children under 12 free.
Where/When: , 2600 Harnish Dr, Algonquin. Sunday, March 6 from 2 pm to 3 pm.
Why go: This shorter version of Seussical, The Musical is more accessible to younger children with the same magical Dr. Seuss-inspired plot and songs that are entertaining to all.
Pricing: Free, registration required. Register online at www.aapld.org or by phone at 847-458-6060.
Where/When: , 26 N Williams St, Crystal Lake. Saturday, March 5 at 11 am.
Why go: Several classic children’s stories come to life as mini-musicals, including favorites like Babymouse: The Musical, Pirates Don’t Change Diapers and Leonardo, The Terrible Monster.
Pricing: $19 to $25 per ticket – visit www.rauecenter.org or call 815-356-9212 for tickets.
Where/When: Algonquin Village Hall, 2200 Harnish Dr, Algonquin. Sunday, March 6, from 1:45 pm to 6 pm.
Why go: Celebrate the “little man” in your life with a Sunday afternoon trip to a Chicago Wolves Hockey game. A bus takes all the moms (or aunts, grandmas, stepmoms...) and sons from the Algonquin Village Hall to the game and back.
Pricing: $38, discounted price of $32 for Village of Algonquin residents. Registration required, visit www.algonquin.org/recreation or call 847-658-2700 to register.