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Grab & Go Kids Planner: March 3 through March 9

It's a week of music, magic, stories and celebration for Wheaton families.

It's Wednesday, and that means it's time to check out our Grab & Go Kids Planner to see what Kensington has to offer kids and families this week. As always, we'd love to hear from you if there are any local, family-friendly events that we missed. Let us know, and we'll be sure to keep an eye out for them in the future

Feeling a little blue that you can't make it to New Orleans to celebrate Fat Tuesday? Well, you won't have to look too far for a family-friendly way to make some Mardi Gras memories. There's also music, magic, culture and a favorite semi-annual consignment sale.

Here's what we think your family will love:

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• STORY TIMES
Where/When: at Aspen Hill Library on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
Why Go: Story time is always great for the kids. You get to take a break from your everyday routine, listen to stories, sing songs and then end the morning choosing some fun library books to take home.
Pricing: FREE

• MONTGOMERY COUNTY PARENTS OF MULTIPLES SEMI-ANNUAL 
Where/When: The bargains will be at Roberto Clemente Middle School in Germantown on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Why Go: There's nothing better than finding clothes for the kids at a great price. You'll get to choose from a variety of kids' items without breaking the budget.
Pricing: $2

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• MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL
Where/When: Laissez les bon temps rouler at Rockville Town Square on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Why Go: It's a family-friendly way to celebrate a great New Orleans tradition. There will be lots of activities for the whole family to enjoy, a parade and live music.
Pricing: All this fun is for FREE

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Where/When: Glen Echo Park hosts this fun series on Saturday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: Music is magical, but music and magic can make for good times for kids and parents alike. 
Pricing: $10 per ticket.

• MADAMA BUTTERFLY
Where/When:  on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.
Why Go: Kids and parents can learn about opera and Japanese culture at this performance of . There will be plenty of interactive and exciting moments for all.
Pricing: FREE

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