Grab & Go Kids Planner: March 11-13

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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.

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FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

Here is an assortment of fun events for the week – a Tot Shabbat, a library class, a LI Children’s Museum event, storytime at Borders and an event at Michael’s.

Tot Shabbat Services at Temple B'nai Torah

Where: Temple B’nai Torah, 2900 Jerusalem Ave, Wantagh
When:  March 11, 5:30 p.m.
Why Go:  See Rabbi Marci Bellows, Cantor Steven Sher, and Mrs. Emily Altman present a brand new Tot Shabbat Celebration with singing, dancing, storytelling, and fun.
Pricing:  Free

Saturday Songs at Farmingdale Public Library

Where: , 116 Merritts Rd, Farmingdale
When: March 12, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Why Go:  Kids ages 9-36 months and a parent will be singing, dancing and having tons of fun.
Pricing:  Free

Children’s Program at Long Island Children’s Museum

Where:  , 11 Davis Ave., Garden City
When:  March 12, 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Why Go:  Create lucky leprechaun finger puppets and bring home the luck of the Irish.
Pricing:  Free with museum admission.

Storytime Saturdays at Borders

Where: , 231 Airport Plaza Blvd., Farmingdale
When:  March 12, 11 a.m.
Why Go:  Bring your kids for a fun storytime.
Pricing:  Free

The Knack Free Family Event - Make-It Take-It Yarn Doll at Michael's

Where: Michael’s, 5500 Sunrise Hwy., Massapequa
When:  March 12, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Why Go:  Kids ages 3 and up can learn to create and decorate a simple yarn doll.
Pricing:  Free