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Grab & Go Kids' Planner

From storytelling around a campfire to baby farm animals to the Harlem Globetrotters, families will find plenty to do for everyone this weekend!

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When/Where: Saturday, April 2, 10:30am 1225 Estabrook Drive, St. Paul MN 55103, 651-487-8200.

Why Go: Get up close and personal with the Polar Bears.  Learn about their habits, what they like to eat, how they like to play, and more from the Zoo Keepers.

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Pricing: Free.  A voluntary donation of $2/adult and $1/child is appreciated, however, it is not required for entry to the Zoo or Conservatory.

Website:  http://www.comozooconservatory.org/

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2.  Minnesota Zoo:  Farm Babies!

When/Where:  April 1-30 13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley MN 55124, 952-431-9200

Why Go:  What could be cuter than baby chicks, piglets, lambs, calves, kids (baby goats), and baby bunnies?  Plus, there are lots of fun activities going on throughout the weekends in April at the Wells Fargo Family Farm within the Zoo.

Pricing:  0-2 Free, 3-12 $10, 13-64 $16, 65+ $10 Parking for Cars, $5

 

3.  Lebanon Hills Regional Park:  Forever Wild Family Fridays

When/Where:  Friday, April 1, 7-8:30pm, 860 Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, Cliff Road Eagan, MN 55123, 952-891-7000

Why Go:  Family fun, no fooling!  This Friday, Roy Edward Powers will be telling his favorite stories around a campfire!  Stories, fun, snacks and more!

Pricing:  Free, but registration is required.  You may register on their website.

 

4.  Harlem Globetrotters 2011 World Tour

When/Where: Saturday, April 2, 2pm and 7pm shows and Sunday, April 3, one show at 2pm at the Target Center 600 1st Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Why Go:  4 point shots, amazing ball handling skills, and a great way to spend time as a family watching the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters take on the Generals!

Pricing:  $120 Courtside, $79 VIP, $60 VIP 2, $44, $39, $34, $24 (link to purchase tickets on Target Center website)

 

5.  Pictures with the Easter Bunny

When/Where:  Mall of America, April 2-24, 120 East Broadway, Bloomington MN 55425, 952-883-0202

Why Go:  Have your child meet the Easter Bunny and get a keepsake photo of them.  Each child will also receive a treat from the Easter Bunny.

Pricing:  Free to see the Easter Bunny, pictures are extra and vary.

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