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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Dr. Seuss Goes Sledding

Two events are on tap celebrating the author's birthday.

Welcome to the 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 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.


Dr. Seuss' Birthday Celebration
Where/when: March 5, 10-4, Springfield Museum/Dr. Seuss Museum, 21 Edwards St., Springfield.
Why go: It's Dr. Seuss!
Pricing: Adults, $12.50, seniors $9, students $9, 3-17 $6.50, 2-under free.


• Dr. Seuss Book Swap
When/where: March 2, Enfield Public Library.
Why go: Share Dr. Seuss collections.
Pricing: Free

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• Night sledding
When/Where: Henry Park, Vernon
Why go: Families can go sledding on a lighted hill in a safe environment until 8 p.m.
Pricing: Free.


 • Ski Simulator
Where/When: Connecticut Science Center, Hartford - ongoing.
Why go: It's the closest thing to real Alpine ski racing. Rumor has it that the Vernon Patch editor once had one of these up to 119 mph at an arcade in Las Vegas.
Pricing: Adults $7-$22,; Seniors (65-plus) $6-$20.50; Youths (3 to 17) $6-$19; 2-younger and members free.

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• Outdoor Ice Rink Now Open
Where/When: Mansfield Community Center, Mansfield. The Mansfield Community Center is open Monday through Saturday, 5:30 a.m. until 9:30 p.m., and Sunday, 8 a.m. until 8:30 p.m.
Why Go: Get out and get some exercise while you have some fun.
Pricing: Free.


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