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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Feb. 9 through Feb. 15
Sweets for your little sweeties in Wheaton this Valentine's weekend.
We're glad you clicked on our new Grab & Go Kids Planner.
Here's a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children.
Find out about 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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Check out the planner each Wednesday, and feel free to send us your suggestions and tips by adding them to the comment box. And let us know if you disagree with our picks.
Brookside Gardens will keep you and the kids busy, but there are other options, too. See what Wheaton has to offer you and your family this week:
Find out what's happening in Wheatonwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
• SWEET PEA VALENTINE'S WORKSHOP
Where/When: offers this on Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., just in time for Valentine's Day.
Why Go: It's a great way to get the kids to express themselves through art and nature.
Pricing: $10
• JIM CROW ON STREETCARS EXHIBIT
Where/When: The National Capital Trolley Museum is open Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
Why Go: This special exhibit is open during the month of February in honor of Black History Month. It's also a great opportunity to see and learn about trolley history. Perfect for kids (and grown-ups) who love trains and trolleys.
Pricing: FREE
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Where/When: The Brookside Nature Center hosts this fun event from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
Why Go: Here's a chance to find out all about this sweet treat, taste the sap and the syrup, too.
Pricing: $4 per child.
• ARTS ON THE BLOCK
Where/When: Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. at Arts on the Block
Why Go: Kids can help animals by making mosaic Valentines to benefit the Montgomery County Humane Society, and everyone can have fun with a variety of activities.
Pricing: FREE
• PANEL DISCUSSION ON
Where/When: Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. at
Why Go: If you've always wanted your kids to take more of an interest in your garden or just feel like having the whole family get to know more about the food you eat, this discussion is for you. Grandparents, parents and kids of all ages are welcome.
Pricing: $15 for adults. $10 for students and seniors. FREE for children.