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Grab & Go Planner:Kid-Friendly Activites March 15-16

There are plenty of options in the area for your children.

If you are looking for a few kid-friendly places and activities, then you have clicked on the right link.  We’ve assembled a weekly calendar with some ideas to keep the kids and the family busy with fun.

We understand that your time is limited, so we have tackled the research for you.  Check back each week for a list of events and activities for the entire family to enjoy locally or within reasonable driving distance.

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Where/When: Bethany Congregational Church, Wednesday 9:30am to 11:00 am.
Why Go?: A free weekly playtime for children and their parents/caregivers. The gym provides  ride-on toys, bounce houses, balls, slides, teeter-totters and more! This is a great way for your child to meet new friends and for you to connect with other parents. There’s no need to sign-up – just come when you can!
Pricing: Free

Baby Pictures at Showcase Cinema de lux 
Where/When: Patriot Place, March 17, Noon. 
Why Go?: Enjoy seeing Red Riding Hood in a convenient baby-friendly setting at a discounted price.
Pricing: $6.00

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Where/When: March 19, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m, 1417 Park St, Attleboro, MA 02703 (Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary)
Why Go?: Join the newest sanctuary, Attleboro Springs Wildlife Sanctuary at La Salette as they go on a quest for salamanders. In the spring these evasive creatures journey to local vernal pools to lay their eggs. Investigate the vernal pool at Attleboro Springs to see what we can find. Also enjoy a scavenger hunt in the meadow.
Pricing: Adults $4.00 members/ $6.00 nonmembers, Children $2.00 members/ $4.00 nonmember


Where/When: March 18, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m, 1417 Park St, Attleboro, MA 02703 (Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary)
Why Go?: Take a hike to a vernal pool to observe spotted salamanders, wood frogs, and other animals partaking in their spring courtship. After the adventure, gather round the campfire to roast marshmallows. Pricing: Adults $6.00 member/ $8.00 non member; Children $3.00 member/ $4.00 non member

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