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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Dr. Seuss, Art, Beauty and the Beast, Bounce Houses

Greendale Patch gives you seven great ideas for you and the kids this weekend.

Already looking forward to the weekend, but need something fun to plan for you and the family?

 Greendale Patch has come up with fine activities for you and your children to enjoy.

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Youth Art Month reception

Where/when: Friday, March 4 throughout the day at

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Why go: Enjoy delicious cookies made by volunteers while enjoying still life drawings, photography, watercolor paintings, and much more.

 Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ 107th Birthday

Where/When: /Saturday, 1 p.m.

Why go: Children and their families can enjoy Dr. Seuss stories read by our local news anchor, Vince Vitrano from Today’s TMJ4! Also enjoy  coloring, crafts, cookie decorating and FACE PAINTING!

Family Fun Extravaganza

Where/When: /Saturday, 9-11:30 a.m.

Why Go: There will be inflatable bounce houses, open swim, open gym, arts and crafts and concessions, and city fire, police and DPW vehicles and equipment will be on display. Proceeds will be used by the Greenfield Education Foundation to fund student programs and activities.

Pricing: $5 per child, adults free

Where/When: Southridge Mall/Saturday, 1-2 p.m.

Why Go: Radio Disney will be giving away prizes including tickets to Disney's Beauty and the Beast at the Milwaukee Theater on April 15. Kids and families are invited to dress up as their favorite Disney character and participate in Beauty and the Beast themed games at the mall's Center Court. Click here for more information.

Pricing: Free

 Family Free Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo

Where/When: Milwaukee County Zoo/Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Why Go: The weather is supposed to be nice, and it's free. What more could you want?

Pricing: admission is free, parking is $11 and food, drink and merchandise available for sale as well.

The Art of Architecture

Where/When: Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 N. Art Museum Dr./Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Why Go: Children can make building-inspired artworks to take home and add to a giant artful tower.

Pricing: Free with admission to the museum, which is $14 for adults (children under 12 are free)

• Mad Science Workshop

Where/When: Oak Creek Lab, 422 E. Oak St. Suite 3, Oak Creek/Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Why Go: Educational fun is always a good route to take. This one is all about pH factor and exploring acids and bases through experiments and other fun activities. Online registration is required, or by calling 414-768-1678.

Pricing: $20 per child


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