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Grab & Go Kids Planner: Arbor Day, Consumer Expo and More

Here is this week's list of suggestions for some fun things to do with your kids this weekend.

Here's our weekly list of kid-friendly activities and new places to try with your children. Help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips by just adding them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our suggestions, let us know. We want to hear from you.

Grab your kids and go have some fun.

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Where / When: Rollins Savanna, Washington Street and Atkinson Road, Grayslake; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 30.

Why Go?: Celebrate Arbor Day by attending demonstrations and discussions on tree planting, site selection and care, prevention and treatment of pests. Get all of your questions answered by the forestry staff. Free, hourly raffle of 20 assorted trees.

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Pricing: Free

 

Where / When: , 1950 N. Highway 45, Libertyville; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, April 30.

Why Go?: Vendors, games, food, entertainment and raffles. Free and open to all. Sponsored by the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce.

Pricing: Free admission

 

Where / When: ; 10 a.m., Saturday, April 30.

Why Go?: Watch local athletes on the baseball field and cheer for the Knights.

Pricing: Free

 

Where / When: Rollins Savanna, Drury Lane Entrance, Grayslake; 9 a.m., Saturday, April 30.

Why Go?: Grab some work gloves and join volunteers of all ages in saving some of Lake County's natural areas. Spend some quality family time outdoors and make a meaningful contribution.

Pricing: Free

 

Where / When: Brand Name Consignments, 1150 W. Maple Ave., Mundelein; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, April 30 and May 1.

Why Go?: Thousands of baby and children's clothing, shoes, coats, toys, equipment, furniture, books, games, movies, maternity items and more. 50% off everything on Sunday.

Pricing: $2 admission for adults on April 30; $1 for adults on May 1; kids always free

 

Where / When:, Performing Arts Center; 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, April 29 and 30.

Why Go?: High-energy, family-friendly, Tony Award-winning musical comedy presented by the LZHS drama students. The whole family will enjoy this wacky version of the "Princess and the Pea".

Pricing: $10 for adults; $8 for students and seniors in advance; $2 surcharge added when purchased at the door

 

Where / When:Downtown Grayslake, Center Street; 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Saturday, April 30.

Why Go?: Shop for fresh fruits and vegetables, meats and cheeses, baked goods and more with your kids.

Pricing: Free admission

 

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