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Grab & Go Kids Planner

Sweet magicians, super fun runs and well-lit skate sessions are on the agenda this week.

For you, dear Patchers with tiny Patchers, we’ve assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities, places and events. Each week, we feature five family-focused ideas to help you plan your week. We know how busy life with kids can be, so we're happy to do the legwork for you and find things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.

We also include links to help you learn more about the places and events listed. Click around to get more information like pertinent phone numbers and addresses. It is our goal to make the planner as reliable as possible, but keep in mind, some events change at the last minute.

This week your family can run for fun, enjoy a magical movie, learn about the stars and more.

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When/Where: Show times vary at

Why Go: This award-winning, family-friendly, artistic film has been described as one of the most satisfying films of the year.

Pricing: $5.50 for the first matinee of the day, otherwise $7.50-$10.50

When/Where: 6p.m.-10p.m. Friday March 4 at the

Why Go: This well-lit skate night is the first of its kind. Enjoy music, friends and fun. Membership is not required but appropriate safety gear is. 

Pricing: $3

When/Where: Sunday March 6 at

Why Go: This 5K Run/Walk benefits emergency services and features a Kids Fun Run that starts and ends at the same place as the longer races. There will be free family activities throughout the day and Dr. Sean Bush of Animal Planet’s Venom ER will be there as well. Please see our event listing and their website for race time details.

Pricing: $35 5K Run/Walk 18 and up, $25 5K Run/Walk 17 and under, $10 Kids Fun Run

When/Where: 7:30p.m.-9p.m. Monday March 7 at Rancho California Water District, 42135 Winchester Rd, Temecula, CA 92590

Why Go: Everyone is welcome at this monthly star fan meeting. Learn about the night sky from the pros.

Pricing: Free admission, $25 yearly membership if you would like to become a member

When/Where: 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m. Tuesday March 8 at

Why Go: This is a great organization for fellowship, hobbies and support. Meetings often feature guest speakers. Check out our event listing for contact details.

Pricing: Free

Look for the Grab & Go Planner each Wednesday, and please help us build it better with your own suggestions and tips. Just add them in the comment box below. Even if you disagree with our picks, let us know. We want to hear from you!

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