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Mendota Heights Area Grab & Go Kids Planner
From Jewish traditions to lawn work, here's five ways to keep kids active and entertained this weekend.
Families in the Mendota Heights area can leap into spring with this lineup of weekend activities.
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When/Where: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 18/ , 8098 Blaine Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
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Why Go: Let your artistic spirit blossom and create something bright to celebrate the changing of the season.
Pricing: Free
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When/Where: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Friday, March 18/ , 8055 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights
Why Go: Put on your favorite jersey and have some athletic-themed fun together. Games, music and pizza await.
Pricing: $25 per mother/son pair
3. Knee-High Naturalists: Oh Deer!
When/Where: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 19/Lebanon Hills Regional Park, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan
Why Go: Kids age 3-6 can learn about the real Bambi from a trained naturalist.
Pricing: Registration required Course # 3380; $6 per child, accompanying adults get in free
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When/Where: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Sunday, March 20/ , 1179 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
Why Go: Kids can enjoy games, activities including a bounce house, and carnival food in addition to traditional Hamentashen (filled pastries). Money goes to youth programming.
Pricing: The event is free, but game and food tickets must be purchased at the door.
5. Outdoor Chores Volunteering
When/Where: Anytime, Homes throughout northern Dakota County
Why Go: Older children may just enjoy their chores when helping as a family team to care for the property of an older homeowner. Put raking, mowing and trimming skills to good use by contacting Mary Richardson at DARTS, 651-455-1560 or mary.richardson@darts1.org
Pricing: A sense of community spirit and some fresh air are included at no cost.
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