For the Kids: Spaghetti Fundraiser, Dr. Seuss

Each week, we'll give you the info on the best family activities or events for the week.

You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance. 

Look for the kids' planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips‚ just add them to the comment box. We want to hear from you!

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Pasta Night For the Penguin Plunge

• When/Where: Friday, March 2, 2012, 6:00 pm/548 Western Hwy, Blauvelt
• Why Go: Have a hearty pasta dinner while helping local kids in need
• Cost: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 kids

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Birds: Photographs by Steven Sachs

• When/Where: Saturday, March 3, all day/Piermont Public Library, 25 W Fly Wheel Park, Piermont
• Why Go: Take the kids to see some cool photographs of their favorite birds spreading their wings
• Cost: Free

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Dr. Seuss Birthday Party

• When/Where: Friday, March 2 at 3 pm/New City Library, 220 N Main St, New City
• Why Go: Come join us in the Children's Room to celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday! Listen to favorite Dr. Seuss books, enjoy some goodies and stop by to create some Cat in the Hat artwork.
• Cost/Contact: Free/www.newcitylibrary.org

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Muddy Creek Fair

• When/Where: Saturday, March 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Franklin Avenue Elementary School in Pearl River
• Why Go: Annual fundraiser held by the Franklin Avenue Elementary School PTA. The games and refreshments from this traditional carnival raise money to help pay for cultural programs at the school. The event is open to all, but geared to children up through elementary school, with a consolation prize at every game.
• Cost/Contact: Tickets available at the door. Cost is $9 for one or $16 for two.