Arts & Entertainment

Grab and Go Kids Planner for Feb. 16-22

Here's to bowling, babies, bouncing, Manga, & monkeying around— pick and choose from this week's array of events.

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 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. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!

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FAMILY BEST BETS OF THE WEEK

BOULEVARD LANES

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Where/When: 1100 Petaluma Blvd. S., Petaluma. Open daily (go to website for hours).

Why Go: Because it’s time to get out of the house and bowling might just be the ticket. Bumpers suggested (cuts the tears down to zero).        

Pricing: $4.40 per person, $4.20 for shoes

Contact: 707-762-4581

BABY & ME

Where/When: Novato Library, 1720 Novato Blvd. Thursday 10-10:30 a.m.

Why Go: Because your baby’s ready for a good story. Giggles optional.

Pricing: free (for babies 6 to 18 months with parent or caregiver)

Contact: 415-897-1141

KID’S CHOICE

Where/When: San Rafael Gymnastics, 129 Carlos Dr, San Rafael, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.       

Why Go: Because your couch isn’t a trampoline. Really. Let the kids jump on the real thing. For 18 months to 6 year olds.

Pricing: $10 for those not currently enrolled, $8 for those enrolled. Parents must stay and supervise (but of course, you’d do that anyway).

Contact: 415-491-1290

MANGA CLASS

Where/When: Corte Madera Library, 707 Meadowsweet, Corte Madera, Saturday 3-5 p.m.

Why Go: Do you have a 9-15 year old that’s into the Japanese comics known as Manga? Here’s their chance to take a workshop and learn some tricks of the trade. No experience neccesary and all materials included.  

Pricing: Free

Contact: 415-924-6382

EXPEDITION ISLAND

Where/When: 755 Southpoint Blvd. Suite 101A, Petaluma

Why Go: When the rain feels endless, it’s time to get out and let the kids monkey around. Ziplines, rope swings, climbing wall, it’s all there. One of the best parts: free wi-fi for the adults if you’re so inclined. Appropriate for ages 4 and over.

Pricing: $20 for 90 minutes (call in advance to confirm availability).

Contact: 707- 780-4222


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