Grab & Go Kids Planner: March 18-20

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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.

FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

Here is an assortment of fun events for the week – two events at LI Children’s Museum, a skating party, a camp open house and two programs at the library.

Building Bridges at LI Children’s Museum

Where: , 11 Davis Ave, Garden City
When:  March 19, 3 p.m.
Why Go:  Kids ages 5 and up can learn how engineers construct models of bridges and discover the various scientific principles of building bridges.  They will watch a clip of a “Cyberchase” episode as they test the performance of their own models using their knowledge of geometry and space.
Pricing:  $3 fee with museum admission

The Brooklyn Film Festival's  "Circus Fun" at LI Children's Museum

Where: , 11 Davis Ave, Garden City
When:  March 19 & March 20, 2 p.m.
Why Go:  Film festival for ages 3 and up which is filled with short films about the circus.  Kids can view the antics of “Mr. Shape,” experience a love story between a clown and dancer in “Sideshow,” go on an adventure with “Ruby Who?” and more.
Pricing:  $4 with museum admission, $8 theater only

Temple B’nai Torah Skating Party at United Skates of America

Where: , 1276 Hicksville Rd, Seaford
When:  March 20, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Why Go:  Your kids will have a great time rollerskating.
Pricing:  $8.50 (includes admission and skate rental).  There will be no charge for non-skaters. Tickets must be purchased prior to the event. No tickets will be sold at the door.  For additional information on buying tickets, please call Randy Frances at 227-1915.

Future Stars Summer Camps - Open House

Where: , Nold Hall (Athletic Center), 2350 Broadhollow Rd, Farmingdale
When:  March 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Why Go:  This is a perfect opportunity to tour the facilities, meet the staff, and take advantage of enrollment savings.  For ages 6 to 16.
Pricing:  Free

The Senses Workshop at Farmingdale Public Library

Where: , 116 Merritts Rd, Farmingdale
When:  March 19, 1 p.m.
Why Go:  Kids in grades K-2 will have Science on the Move teach them about their senses through the use of games and activities.
Pricing:  Free

Illusions Workshop at Farmingdale Public Library

Where: , 116 Merritts Rd, Farmingdale
When:  March 19, 2:30 p.m.
Why Go:  Kids in grades 3-5 will learn if it is magic or science.  They can discover the science behind many illusions and make their own illusion to take home.
Pricing:  Free