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Each week, we'll give you the info on the best family activities or events for the week. Do you have a suggestion for a future edition? E-mail jacob.kamaras@patch.com.
Glad you clicked on our Grab & Go Kids Planner!We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children. After all, you're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go in the area. "Bagels and Baseball" with Murray ChassWhere/When: Ahavat Achim Orthodox Congregation, 18-25 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, Sunday at 9:15 a.m.Why Go: Find out the latest news about the Mets and Yankees and hear this Hall of Fame sportswriter's predictions for the upcoming baseball season. In addition, the synagogue…
Searching for family-friendly activities this weekend? We've got you covered: 1. Grand Opening of Ice Cream Factoria Where/When: Ice Cream Factoria, 23-16 Broadway, Fair Lawn; Saturday and Sunday at noon each day Why Go: Opening weekend celebrations will include face painting and balloons for children as well as raffle giveaways. The store opens at noon each day during opening weekend and closes at 10 p.m. The face painter will be available from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Pricing: Free 2. FLJC/CBI Purim Carnival Where/When: Fair Lawn Jewish Center Congregation Bnai Israel, 10-10 Norma Ave, …
Glad you checked out our Grab & Go Kids Planner! Each week, we 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. 1. Cinderella in Fair Lawn Where/When: Fair Lawn Community Center, 10-10 20th St., Fair Lawn; Friday and Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. Why Go: The Old Library Theatre is presenting Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella. After the show, children of all ages will be able to meet and take pictures …
You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy help you find the five best things to do and places to go with your family for the weekend. 1. Seussical Celebration for Families Where/When: Sunday 3-4 p.m.; Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library, 10-01 Fair Lawn Ave., Fair Lawn Why Go: Celebrate America's favorite children's author, Dr. Seuss, with games, crafts, stories and maybe even a visit from the Cat in the Hat! No registration required. Pricing: Free 2. Mardi Gras Weekend Where/When: Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; NJ Children’s Museum, 599 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus Why Go: Make a …
Glad you clicked on our Grab & Go Kids Planner! This week you are likely looking for family friendly activities for the entire family while the kids are off from school. Don't worry, we have plenty of great options to make sure kids of all ages have! FAMILY BEST BETS OF PRESIDENT'S WEEK SLEEPING BEAUTY -- PLAZA THEATRE PRODUCTIONSWhere/When: Saddle River Valley Cultural Center, Sunday, Feb. 20 at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.Why Go: Classic fairy tale is presented by Plaza Theatre for ages three and upPricing: $10 for SRVCC members, $12 for non-members and $15 at the door PRESIDENTS DAY HIKE AT FLAT ROCK…
Glad you checked out our Grab & Go Kids Planner! 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 Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips — just add them to the comment box. 1. Sweetheart Princess Ball Where/When: Friday 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.; NJ Children's Museum, 599 Valley Health Plaza, ParamusWhy Go: Dine and dance …
Glad you clicked on our 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 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 Wednesday, 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 …
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 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 Wednesday, 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…

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